Spring seems like it might just be here to last on the east coast, and that means it’s time to grill! I want to buy a charcoal grill, and am leaning toward the Weber kettle. A few questions: -There is about a $60 difference...

on propane. I just don’t see a need for a propane starter for charcoal. Certainly not a need when it doubles the price of a weber kettle... but that’s just crazy me. And I grill and smoke all year long – blizzard...

I tried it a couple of weeks ago. I’ve never been to gyu-kaku, so I can’t compare it to that. they have charcoal grilling and a shabu shabu bar. I went on a Tuesday night around 6:30 and it was empty the entire time...

A delicious finish to an alfresco meal.

A simple preparation with a big payoff.

A burning question.

This grilled chicken, known as dak gui, tastes like teriyaki chicken all grown up.

Thin slices of short rib marinated in a sweet sesame sauce and grilled until lightly charred and crispy.

Skewers of grilled shrimp and pineapple brushed with a sweet-and-sour glaze help you channel your tropical vibe.

A casual and simple recipe to make for friends.

Choose what’s under your grate before you choose what goes on top.

Pesto replaces traditional tomato sauce on this salty, smoky pizza.

Top this with a drizzle of ouzo for a grown-up dessert.

A dish that defines summertime grilling.

Grilled chicken slathered with a sweet-tangy barbecue sauce.