BBQ Blog

Since the first person bought the first grill, people have been wondering “To Cover Or Not To Cover”. An argument as heated as grilling with the lid up or down, and which came first- the chicken or the egg.

The Napoleon Himalayan Salt Platter Set was one accessory that I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the second I heard that we were going to be getting them. Cooking food on a block of Himalayan Salt is really nifty.

I don't know about you, but food roasted on the rotisserie, beef, pork, whole chickens, holiday turkey, all of it has a succulent flavor that you just can't achieve when roasting in the oven.

Using Sous Vide to create gourmet meals is currently the biggest trend in cooking. Thanks to the generosity of ChefSteps, I have had the pleasure of using their new, and easy to use, Joule.

We’ve all been there, a perfectly seasoned meal ready to be grilled to perfection. You go outside to light your grill, and it just won’t light. What’s going on? You scream, “Help!

It’s no secret that Napoleon makes amazing grills, many of which are made from high-grade, stainless steel. However, what is Stainless Steel, and how do you care for it?

It’s nearly here! The second most important grilling day of the year! We’ve got the 5 Tips for the Best 4th of July BBQ Ever. From food to décor, and everything in between, we can walk you through it and ensure your 4th of July party goes off without a hitch.

There are a lot of myths surrounding the proper way to prepare food. Through improper cooking, or misinformation, your poor chicken breasts have been overcooked and dried out.

Beef is the backbone of the barbecue. When many people think of firing up the grill, images of juicy burgers, gigantic steaks, and ridiculous roasts float through their heads. Did you know that there are many meat myths floating around beef?

When purchasing your first grill, maybe even your fifth grill, one of the first things you want to know is what are the BTU’s. It is a powerful number; a large number, one that may make or break your decision to purchase that particular piece of equipment.

If you are new to grilling or using a barbecue, it’s understandable to be a little nervous around such a powerful cooking machine. However, Napoleon has built their grills to be as versatile as the ones who use them.

It is hard enough keeping up with the latest and greatest when it comes to digital technology, but now Napoleon’s newest grilling experience innovation means that grills get upgrades too.

If you are one of those who are intimidated by the thought of using the grill, then our ten secrets to becoming a better BBQ-er is the perfect place to start.

If you love your grill as much as I do, you want to keep it looking as pretty as possible. Keeping your grill clean serves another purpose, other than looking great, it ensures that your Napoleon barbecue is in top working order and remains that way for its entire life.

With over 800 BBQ recipes on our website, 37 of them being about grilling steak alone, we’ve mentioned using the indirect grilling method on gas and charcoal grills several times. Do you know how to set up a grill for indirect grilling?

Napoleon has many great accessories to help you use your grill to its fullest potential. We can even help you make perfectly formed and stuffed hamburgers or sliders using the Napoleon Gourmet Burger Press Kit. How does one make the perfect stuffed burger?

Maybe you're a new grill owner looking for impressive ways to wow your dinner guests, or you're an experienced grill master who just wants some inspiration for the next great meal, either way, you have come to the right blog post on the right website.

You don't need a charcoal grill to have the flavor and fun of cooking over charcoal - although we do have a number of fun-tastic charcoal grills if you love the idea of having one of each.

It seems like all of the barbecues on the market nowadays have a rear burner (including your Napoleon). Using a rear burner is a great way to produce succulent meals and reheat food – like pulled pork.

Grilling should never be a struggle; it should be a pleasurable way to provide sustenance. The flames, the smell, and especially the sizzle. If you find yourself struggling, wondering why your food is sticking to the grill, we have easy solutions for you.

Your rubs are okay, and marinades are fine, but if only there was a way to get big flavor deep into the big piece of meat you were barbecuing for dinner; a way to ensure that things stayed moist and succulent while cooking on the BBQ. There is!

Eating a healthy well-balanced diet can be challenging for some and you may not think so, but your grill can help you cook meals that are delicious and good for you too. Yes you CAN eat a healthy diet while using your BBQ and we will give you some pointers on how.

Sweet things, cakes, cookies, tarts, and pies, as well as deliciously homemade breads, don’t bring to mind your Napoleon Grill, but they should. You may be wondering how you could make desserts, pastries, and gourmet breads on your barbecue.

Upgrading your grilling game isn’t just about the features of a fantastic grill, like the Napoleon Prestige PRO™ 665.