OK, you've got your grilling basics down. You're familiar with the various types of barbecue fuel, when to use direct versus indirect heat, how to arrange the grill for each method, and when to take the food off. (For a complete guide to these techniques and more, see our grilling primer.)

But maybe you're itching to take it to the next level: Are your taste buds getting a bit bored with your repertoire? Wishing you could change things up a bit?

According to Elizabeth Karmel, author of Soaked, Slathered, and Seasoned: a Complete Guide to Flavoring Food for the Grill, the answer lies in what she calls "flavor accessories." You see, she explains, great grilling is only half about how you actually cook the ingredients. once you've got that part down, the key to making it your own is learning how to add flavor in different ways. There are various options to accomplish this: The most common are marinades, rubs, mop sauces, and barbecue sauces. once you understand how to use these building blocks, you can mix and match them to take the same type of grilled meat in dozens of different directions.

Karmel walked us through each of these four methods, and shared her recipes for each. See below for her side-by-side comparison, and click on the links for recipes and more in-depth explanations.

Flavor Accessories at a Glance

The best way to divide these four flavoring elements is by when they're used: Marinades and rubs go on before cooking, mop sauces during cooking, and barbecue sauces toward the end of cooking or after the food comes off the grill. Here's more info on the differences:

more flavoring ideas:

Karmel reminds us that the options listed above are just the most common ways of adding flavor before and during cooking. There are also numerous options to use after the food comes off the grill—for instance:

• An herb butter is great on top of steak or fish.
• Pork and chicken are delicious with a fresh salsa or relish.
• Pestos, chimichurris, and tapanades are a fantastic garnish for almost any grilled ingredient.
• Dipping sauces are served at the table for diners to customize their own flavors.

Photography by Jamie Tiampo

Grilling and Barbecue Marinades, Rubs, and Sauces: Recipes and ...

But if you are planning on buying a new grill for your garden or patio, then you should know the two types of barbecue grills. The two major categories to choose from are charcoal BBQs and gas grills. as always there are pros and cons for each type. to help you with your decision, here are some tips on choosing a BBQ grill that will suit your family’s needs and result in great-tasting meals.

Charcoal Barbecue Grills

Charcoal barbecue grills have probably the longest history of use and the immediate benefit of being a socially-acceptable way to play with fire. Another good thing about charcoal grill is that charcoal gives you some degree of control over the heat. You can have the grill burn very hot to let you cook food faster or you can also allow the coals to die down for a gentle heat. You also have the choice to add wood chips to subtly influence the flavor of your meals and you can smoke meats and vegetables. Charcoal barbecue grills come in a wide variety of sizes and styles, many of which are portable and easy to store.

Amidst the advantages, charcoal barbecue grills still have their disadvantages. One of which is that grilling over charcoal takes some time and experience to get the fire burning properly. Charcoal grills are also messier to clean up when you’re done. it can be a bit difficult to keep a regular temperature over long periods of time and the coals need to be watched and stoked from time to time to keep them hot.

Gas barbecue grills as its name would suggest, uses a propane tank or a direct connection to your home’s gas line for fuel. they are relatively easy to use. You can turn it on with the touch of a button and maintaining constant heat for hours at a time.

These grills however are usually quite large and bulky. Those most models come with a hood and cover for outdoor storage; it is still a good idea to find room for them in a garage or other sheltered area.

However, most grill aficionados steer away from gas grills because there is always some loss of flavor when the charcoal and flames are removed. they are also mostly not portable, meaning that you can’t pack them in the car and take them with your trips to the beach or to a friend’s house. Gas grills are a better choice when you want the flavor of a grill without the time expenditure of firing up the charcoal. Also there is a lesser chance of burning or under cooking food on a gas grill.

Each type of grill has its appeal and many households purchase one of each type to suit a particular need. Once you weigh the pro’s and cons of each type of grill, you can start grilling your very own recipes and share it with your friends and family.

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It’s not just about the food — barbecues are part of the summer’s social fabric. in a city of many cultures, how do your traditions play out when it comes to fire, food and drink? Be part of our summer series, Around the Grill by sending photos of your and your friends to share with readers of The New York Times.

Our first installment included an article and video by Raymond McCrea Jones of The Times and kicked off the barbecue season in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park with the Daalling family. A decade-long vegan, Mr. Jones wrote that he has nonetheless “long been intrigued by how food brings people together, particularly outdoors, especially in the sizzle of summer.” We’ll continue Around the Grill with more reports from Mr. Jones, along with your photos and recipes.

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