Cooking over charcoal is the only way to grill, according to its huge number of fans. Intrinsic to the process is knowing how to light a charcoal grill, which is something that needs a little more ...

While lighter fluid is often a staple at backyard barbecues, many grill masters -- both professional and amateur -- insist that relying on lighter fluid to start a grill imparts an unpleasant taste to ...

I barbecue over charcoal a few times a week, and I've given up on chimney starters. They never seem to hold enough coals. So I'm back to using lighter fluid -- and my coals are ready to go within 20 ...

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Picking up tips on how to light a charcoal BBQ ahead of your next garden party is essential if you want to avoid stressing out over hot coals in front of your hungry guests. Especially since charcoal ...

No doubt about it: Grilling is one of our favorite ways to get cooking in the warmer months—and for some die-hards, even on cold days. There’s nothing that can replace that char-grilled flavor of a ...

A fire that trapped and killed a man in Lincoln Square was ignited by charcoal lighter that was being used for cooking, according to the Chicago Fire Department. The fire started about 1:40 p.m. and ...