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By liberating us from the hot confines of the summertime kitchen, cooking outdoors triggers our adventuresome side; it's a great opportunity to try new techniques and recipes. Part of the fun is finding the right grill to work on. Here's a roundup of BBQs -- some fancy, some simple -- to suit a wide range of lifestyles and tastes.

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Grills for Everyone

For the Sports Fanatic:
With this all-in-one model -- comprising a cooking area that easily holds a dozen burgers, integral 50-quart ice chest, and (of course) a built-in sound system -- you'll be the center of attention in the stadium parking lot.
Grill 'N Chill Tailgater; $2,999.

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For the Omnivore:
Versatility rules! The thick ceramic walls of this covered smoker/grill/oven retain heat while adjustable dampers regulate the temperature, allowing low-and-slow cooking as well as fast searing.
Big Green Egg; $450 to $1,435 depending on size and accessories.

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For the Omnivore:
Versatility rules! The thick ceramic walls of this covered smoker/grill/oven retain heat while adjustable dampers regulate the temperature, allowing low-and-slow cooking as well as fast searing.
Big Green Egg; $450 to $1,435 depending on size and accessories.

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For the Backyard Batali:
In this stone-lined oven, an overhead flame burner browns toppings and a bottom burner crisps the crust, thick or thin. The 24x18-inch cavity holds a personal-sized pie.
New Artisan Fire Pizza Oven; $6,495.

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For the Small-Space Griller:
The 30-inch griddle is heated edge to edge, eliminating inaccessible corners and cold spots. Cook food directly on the ceramic-clad steel surface, or use pots and pans.
Affinity 30G Elite Cooktop; $3,675.

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For Asian Fusion Fans:
Similar to a French top range, the 20x22 cooking plate is hottest in the middle, cooler around the perimeter. The electric unit has a temperature range of 120F-430F.
Indoor/Outdoor Teppanyaki Grill; $6,100

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For the Curious Cook:
As a supplement to a conventional gas grill, this 15-inch module affords a good entry point to infrared cooking. Electronic ignition provides instant heat.
TruSear Infrared Griller; $1,299.

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For On-the-Go-Gourmets:
This compact tabletop gas grill can shine at impromptu picnics on the beach or in the park. Bottled propane -- the small, camping-sized canister -- fuels the flames.
Portable Mini Cube; $227.

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For the Ultimate Power Griller:
This hybrid-fuel grill cooks with any combination of charcoal, wood and gas using an innovative system: Load wood or charcoal into perforated steel drawers, then ignite the burner below them.
900 Series Hybrid Grill; $15,895.

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For the Ultimate Power Griller:
This hybrid-fuel grill cooks with any combination of charcoal, wood and gas using an innovative system: Load wood or charcoal into perforated steel drawers, then ignite the burner below them.
900 Series Hybrid Grill; $15,895.

Grills for Everyone