Your BBQ island is going to be an extension of your kitchen as well as the gathering place for most of your guests. |
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There are a lot of things you should consider before
adding an outdoor kitchen to your backyard oasis.
adding an outdoor kitchen to your backyard oasis.
5 things to think about before purchasing a BBQ island
| #1 - LOCATION Choosing the right location for your bbq island can make a big difference on how much it is enjoyed down the road. Depending on how much room you have in your yard there are a few things to consider. Quick access between the bbq and the kitchen is always nice. You're going to be running back and forth from the kitchen to the bbq so it would be nice to not have an obstacle course between the two. Also a line of sight from the kitchen to the bbq is always nice to watch the excess smoke and flare ups. |  |
#2 - SAFETY
I know its not the top thing on your list, but its something that needs to be considered. As funny a story of 4 drunk guys putting out a fire on the back of your house is,
you just don't want to go there! Make sure it's away from any flammable structures. Make sure it's not in an area that kids might congregate. Try to limit the amount of obstacles between the island and the kitchen.
I know its not the top thing on your list, but its something that needs to be considered. As funny a story of 4 drunk guys putting out a fire on the back of your house is,
you just don't want to go there! Make sure it's away from any flammable structures. Make sure it's not in an area that kids might congregate. Try to limit the amount of obstacles between the island and the kitchen.
#3 - GATHERING PLACE
Whether you want it to be or not the smell of food on the grill or smoke from the smoker will draw people to it like a magnet. Try to have room around the island for people to hang out. Make sure they have room to set their drink and their massive cell phone!
Which brings me to my next "very important" point.
Whether you want it to be or not the smell of food on the grill or smoke from the smoker will draw people to it like a magnet. Try to have room around the island for people to hang out. Make sure they have room to set their drink and their massive cell phone!
Which brings me to my next "very important" point.
#4 - COUNTER-TOP SPACE
One thing commonly over looked. Carrying a 14 lb brisket out to your BBQ on a sheet pan, you are going to need somewhere to set it down before transferring it to the smoker. Even if just grilling some dogs, you are going to want to transfer them to a plate when they are done. BBQ sauce, aluminum foil, and on rare occasion you might have to set your beer down! Having that extra counter space can be a huge stress reliever.
One thing commonly over looked. Carrying a 14 lb brisket out to your BBQ on a sheet pan, you are going to need somewhere to set it down before transferring it to the smoker. Even if just grilling some dogs, you are going to want to transfer them to a plate when they are done. BBQ sauce, aluminum foil, and on rare occasion you might have to set your beer down! Having that extra counter space can be a huge stress reliever.
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#5 - BARBECUE ISLAND EQUIPMENT
The list of BBQ equipment and BBQ accessories you can have on your island is pretty much endless. Even with the choice of grill. Gas grill, charcoal, rotisserie, smoker, flat top, even utilizing your own equipment . Think about the type of BBQ'n you like to do,
the type of BBQ you would like to learn and the people you usually cook for.
The list of BBQ equipment and BBQ accessories you can have on your island is pretty much endless. Even with the choice of grill. Gas grill, charcoal, rotisserie, smoker, flat top, even utilizing your own equipment . Think about the type of BBQ'n you like to do,
the type of BBQ you would like to learn and the people you usually cook for.
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Considering all the factors will make a big difference on your decision between
the barbecue island you dream of
and the one you really need.
the barbecue island you dream of
and the one you really need.
For more information about BBQ islands and BBQ island equipment,
bbqpete.com/bbqislands
bbqpete.com/bbqislands
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