Control flare-ups by spacing out the coals or covering the grill. Also keep a spray bottle filled with water handy for dousing flames, being careful not to soak the coals. Tongs and spatulas are the weapons of choice for this competition of dueling grills. Last-minute invitations for supper are the rule at our house. And grilling is our favorite way to entertain.
Smoke curling from the backyard welcomes everyone.
Morton is a purist who prefers the slow method of grilling with charcoal. Bill loves the quick-starting convenience and heat control of a gas grill. Of course, Carolyn, Bill's wife, and I have no problem letting them duel it out. We are the winners because the results are always great-tasting meals. As for me, though, I'm not going to argue with the chef at our house.