More Useful BBQ Tips!

The BBC's food pages the advice on choosing a barbecue is that it is pretty much down to personal taste - all a barbecue needs to work are "air-vents (preferably adjustable) in the lower part of the basin to ensure that the flames are drawn upwards and the charcoal burns well, and an adjustable rack so that the temperature food cooks at can be varied by height, as well as by the density of the coals". There is advice on eco-grilling because "97 per cent of wood charcoal bought in Britain is not from sustainable sources". BBC Food advises that "The most environmentally friendly option is to use sustainable British charcoal made from native managed coppiced woodland. This form of charcoal doesn't require or use fire-lighting chemicals. According to research undertaken by the BioRegional Development Group, which has developed this charcoal, it has a carbon-neutral footprint". The site goes on to advice on cooking techniques, marinades and food safety. Plan your perfect summer barbecue www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/mostof_bbqbasics1.shtml.