But, the proof is in the pudding: how did everything taste? The steak and skewers tasted delicious and had a real smoky flavour, due to the Weber Lumin’s smoking system. I was also very impressed with the gyozas as they were perfectly steamed yet still had an undertone of smokiness too. The Lumin Grill also features a steam setting, which allows you to steam vegetables and even defrost frozen food. And with the Smoke Infusion setting, you can add that unmistakable taste of smoke to your food by using a handful of Weber wood chips. Weber Lumin vs Lumin Compact Electric Grill

It has rather more basic controls than its competition, but even cooking and a great set of accessories in the box make it a success. Design and features The easy-to-use control element attaches to the side of the Weber Lumin and detaches for easy storage. On the other hand, the Lumin Compact Electric Grill offers a more budget-friendly option for those who have limited space or simply prefer a smaller grill without sacrificing performance. Assessing the value for money I used to be adamant that a classic grilled burger was the best way forward, simply cooked over charcoal Read More > We wouldn’t recommend leaving your barbecue exposed to the elements outside all year round. However, if you don’t want to move your barbecue inside after every use (and we can’t say we blame you), then you should consider getting the Lumin premium barbecue cover.The cover neatly fits over the barbecue with two drawstrings to secure it in place. Lightweight and durable, the cover is easy to remove so you can get barbecuing in no time. If you have no constraints on fuel source, we recommend the Weber Q 1200, our favorite portable gas grill. Accessories: Consider the optional accessories that are available for both grills and how they may enhance your grilling experience. Keep in mind that some accessories may be more compatible with one grill than the other. A BBQ Icon, the Weber® Genesis® has been the quintessential gas grill since 1985.View the full range Read More > After every five uses, Weber recommends giving the whole BBQ a proper clean. The heating element can easily be taken out by removing two screws. You can then use the spatula that comes with the Lumin to scrape down the inside body of the BBQ. I found I still had some remnants of food that wouldn't budge, but I was able to take the whole inside of the BBQ out and give it a wash in soapy water in the sink. I did the same with the grill plates and couldn't believe how well they cleaned. They looked almost as good as new. It was one of the easiest BBQs I have ever cleaned. How does it compare to similar models and other Weber BBQs?

High-Heat Sear: Ideal for achieving those perfect grill marks and a delicious crust on your steaks, burgers, and more. Since the juices from the wings dripped onto the red hot element below, vaporising in the process and creating flavoursome smoke, I honestly couldn’t have told you whether they were grilled on charcoal or gas, let alone electric. They had genuine barbecue flavour – and without the extra faff that charcoal and gas brings to the table. Through the grill is the exposed heating element. This arrangement means that heat goes straight up into the food, but it’s possible to lose smaller bits of food between the gaps. To that end, both the Smart-E and Ninja Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker OG701UK are slightly easier to cook on, as their cooking surfaces don’t have gaps in them.

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When it comes to versatility and features the Ninja Woodfire wins hands down. Both models use a Calrod heating element beneath the grill grate but the Lumin’s temperature control is much easier to understand. Although each temperature setting is labelled Warming, Medium, Smoke, Steam and High, this is just a more user-friendly way of labelling the individual temperatures that are best suited to the task in hand. And speaking of tasks, this little thriller griller can sear, smoke, steam or boil with the capacity to keep food warm, too. Monday arrived and the official start of the Weber World Summit was scheduled to start in the afternoon. Read More > This week we've gone to Thailand on the fifteenth leg of our around the world in 80 bbqs journey Read More > Part of the Gourmet Barbecue System - add straight into the tailored slot on your GBS cooking grate Read More >

My next experiment involved smoking a salmon fillet so I followed the instructions and replaced the left-hand grill top with the smoking tray and filled it with wood chips. Why Weber suggest the left side and not the right I don't know – I mean it’s not as if the left side of the heating element is a different temperature to the right. But anyway, Weber recommend starting on full heat for about 5 minutes to get the chips smoking and then reducing the temperature by turning the dial to the smoke icon. I’ve got to say, the results were really impressive – the fish was perfectly cooked and it definitely had a light texture and very pleasant smokey flavour. We love using charcoal and pellet grills because of their ability to infuse smoky flavor into the food. Even gas grills add an element of char from direct access to the open flames. So while the Lumin was able to produce stellar grill marks and delicious, evenly-cooked food, we missed the element of fire. With Weber’s Versatily Expansion Kit, your options expand. The grill comes with one set of the reversible steam pan and steaming/smoking reservoir pan, so you have a lot of functionality without purchasing the additional kit. Purchasing the kit allows you to transform the entire grill into a smoker or steamer, though. Description: High on heat and big on versatility, this smaller version of Weber’s Lumin* electric barbecue takes urban outdoor barbecuing to new heights. This multifunction electric barbecue reaches temperatures o As someone who loves grilling, I was excited to try out the Weber Lumin grill. Right off the bat, I was impressed with its large cooking area, which allowed me to cook various dishes simultaneously. The four versatile cooking modes, including High-Heat Sear, Steam, Grill From Frozen, and Keep Warm, catered to my diverse cooking needs and preferences.Our WoW BBQ team travelled to Birmingham for one of the UK's largest garden trade shows - Glee. Read More > Collapsible Stand with Side Table: Designed to make your grilling experience more comfortable and efficient, the collapsible stand with a side table offers a sturdy platform for your grill while also providing extra space for food preparation or serving. When not in use, the stand easily folds up for convenient storage. However, I must admit that the grill’s larger dimensions posed some challenges, especially when it came to finding enough space to set it up. Additionally, the relatively higher price of the Lumin might be a concern for some budget-conscious grill enthusiasts. One of the best features of the Weber Lumin is that you can use it anytime you have access to an electrical outlet. No need to make sure you have a bag of charcoal or a filled propane tank. Dan Cooper from Weber UK has been working on this recipe for several years and we think he may have just Read More >