Crisp air, falling leaves and the perfect weather to keep your barbecue blazing
As the leaves turn and the air gains a crisp edge, it’s the perfect time to embrace grilling beyond the summer months.
While many pack away their barbecue after Labour Day, true grill enthusiasts know the magic of outdoor cooking doesn’t have a calendar. Even as your backyard becomes a patchwork of fallen leaves, your culinary adventures don’t need to retreat indoors.
“With Canada’s vibrant autumn as your backdrop, grilling can become a cherished fall tradition,” says Garry Scott, Vice President of Marketing at Napoleon. “Cooler days invite you to pull on your coziest sweater, gather friends and family and enjoy the simple pleasure of food cooked on an outdoor grill.”
Napoleon offers the following tips for perfect autumn grilling:
- Grill Outdoors: Even in chilly temperatures, never grill inside a garage or shed. Embrace the brisk weather, enjoy the falling leaves and clear your space with a leaf blower if needed.
- Heat It Up: Cooler temps won’t stop your grill from reaching searing highs of 500°C. It may take a little extra patience, but once your grill hits the right temperature, place food on the grates and close the lid quickly. Every time the lid is open, heat escapes – so resist the temptation to peek too often for optimal results.
- Plan for the Wind: Autumn breezes can challenge even the most seasoned griller. Position your grill in a sheltered spot to maintain flame stability and consistent heat. Heat-resistant gloves and grill lights are essential as daylight fades early. For slow-cooked meats, Napoleon offers the ACCU-PROBE PRO X thermometer that lets you monitor progress from indoors without sacrificing warmth.
- Cover Your Grill: A good grill cover protects against the elements, keeping your equipment clean, durable and ready for action whenever you are.
- Master Low and Slow: Fall is the perfect season to practice low-and-slow cooking. Larger cuts of meat, like roasts or whole chickens, thrive when cooked gently over indirect heat.
“Choosing the right grill is key for fall success,” says Scott. “Stainless steel models resist rust, endure fluctuating temperatures and stay reliable year-round. We engineer our grills to perform in both crisp autumn weather and more extreme conditions.”
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