Briefcase Barbecue Review: Does This Folding Grill Work?
Today I’m testing out this unusual folding “briefcase barbecue” grill by Kikkerland to see how it works. I include my first failed attempt, along with my second try which went much better.
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That's a no for me. It looks so unstable, I'd be afraid of knocking it over.
Did you use self lighting coals?
Edit: I commented way to early 😂
Another possible con is that it doesn't too stable when you go to flip your burger or chicken breast. And of course, the whole thing is hot, so you better have some fire-resistant gloves on to hold the grill in case you accidentally push it too hard.
First, put foil down before you put ash catcher in. Before you cook on the grill spray with vegetable oil…
I am watching this and it is 29 degrees outside.
Can anyone explain the Marshalls tag?
Great review. I would probably use this anyway with more than 8 coals.😊😂
This is easily my favorite video of all the many, many that you’ve done, and it’s quite funny too!
If you had a couple of holes on either end of that 'Ashcatcher' it would allow air to circulate, thus allowing the charcoal to burn. Surely the whole point of this is for when you fancy a BBQ on a picnic…Not sat in your backgarden.
Clip on a battery powered mini fan to blow air over the charcoal. 🔥
Put this with the suitcase table and you’re ready for a BBQ in the park
some sticks
I WOULD wad up newspaper in to a ball & use so sticks, that cooks up very hot, love cathy
Thanks. Love the videos 😊
Don’t beat yourself up, James; grilling is a fine art to be handled with finesse. No matter how cute or quirky the bbq grill is, one needs to draw on lessons learned from experience (I for one would use tiny sterno cans instead of charcoal for this grill)
42.2 Celsius?! We’re lucky to see 27celsius here in Ireland
you could take the grill off and add charcoal and manage ash, etc… and who knows what the creator of the thing was cooking on it… maybe some beef strips and vegetables (the Japanese have a shaped charcoal that they use that is very hot and long lasting), and maybe the inside is meant to look all screwed up and not brand new, function over beauty sometimes…id rather eat something hot while backpacking then worry about how the inside of a stove looks…
Should’ve tried a steak
Merci mec👍
portable but ultimately… CRAP
great for the beach?
You were duped. People do that all the time, they buy things on different stores, like Walmart, Marshalls etc and mark up and sell on Amazon.
I saw on his second video, when he was reviewing bacon boss, he has a scrub daddy. Doesnt review it but uses it
this seems like it would be best used for when space is at a premium and you don't need to cook for more than 2 people. I don't back pack but this might be a good choice there.
Thank you for the review and tips. I got the briefcase grill as a gift and am putting it in my camping gear just in case….
Bought for my son. We have had one for years, works great. Can cook indirect and smoke meat. Done chicken, ribs, turkey, and the regular MyBest.Kitchen hot dogs and sausages. Excellent grill
If you drill a couple of holes around the charcoal box, the charcoal will get more oxygen thus generate more heat. The downside is that more ashes will spill out through those holes.
Smaller that two of my hands 😂 how many do you have buddy
9:25 there's no G in Grillin'…
yeah right 😀
Cmon guys. Get cultured. Burgers an dogs? . reality? tf… Mexican an korean grilling on that thing.
These are primitive types of charcoal grills, similar to how asians and some mediterranean grills are designed. These needs some manual fanning/air blow to heat up the coals. On the other hand, charcoal griller designs like weber doesn't necessarily need extra assistance because of its ventilation design that promotes proper airflow and heat, probably just some charcoal starters and you're good to go.
Drill some holes in the side of the charcoal holder to get some air flow around them.
You honestly made me laugh out loud during this video, great video 🙂
Have you ever tried or reviews the bbq grill mats? Wondering if they work well
👍 Great review. Loved your commentary. Thank you. This grill is NOT for me 🚫.
Your charcoal was not even grey when you put the burgers on
Found one at goodwill today for $30 brand new lol Kinda glad i didnt get it, i was like " cleanup is gonna be a B", yup.
I might go back for it tomorrow.
Nice review. I'm going to review this also and appreciate the advice on using a chimney! Thanks for the video 🍺
Only two of your hands? Did you think it was the size of 3 of your hands?