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Topic Title: Considering A Holland Created on June 16, 2012 at 05:03 PM |
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Eddie |
I'm looking for a new gas grill and been researching the Holland. Been reading this blog for several days. Went to look at one this morning and will probably decide within a couple of weeks. I was somewhat concerned with the cooking grate. It seemed a little flimsey in the middle. Anyone had any trouble with warpage when cooking large, heavy items like turkey or pork shoulders? |
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Tom Kirkman |
No. It works perfectly. I've used mine over 250 times the first year and will beat that this year. No warp, no sag. |
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Eddie |
Wow, Tom! You must cook practically every meal on your Holland. Would be nice if they offered a side burner. |
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Tom Kirkman |
I use it practically every night weather permitting. You can still find New Old Stock Holland Side Burners at some of their dealers. |
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TedO |
I have three Hollands....the grate warping is NOT an issue |
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JC |
The grate does flex but it does not warp. If you want a heavier cooking grate with the cooking grade expanded metal like the Holland buy a grate for the Phoenix. Its built heavier and stouter and is a direct fit. However you will be happy with the standard issue one that comes with your Holland. I have 4 Hollands and could not be happier. Also have a Phoenix and am happy with that. |
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connie |
Hey- Our Holland is heavy duty- that grid held a turkey and a ham at the same time last Christmas- did you know you can get a free dvd that shows some of the Holland features and recipe demos- it would be really helpful in making your grill purchase decision. Also check out the cookout calendar for a cooking demo in your area- you will love the Holland grill! |
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Joe |
Hello. I, too, am considering a Holland grill...particularly the Wrangler. I've been back and forth between a traditional gas grill and the Holland. I have a Weber Kettle and use it for most of my grilling. The Holland intrigues me, but I'm still needing a little convincing. My only concern is the searing. I won't be able to buy the additional side unit off the bat. Should I be concerned, or will I be pleased with the Wrangler as it stands?! |
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jc |
Personally I think you need not to be concerned. I have 4 Hollands a Phoenix (Holland knockoff) and 2 traditional gas grills along with a kettle like yourself a PK grill and a couple of BGE's. Best steaks come off the Holland and Phoenix without a doubt. I have a searmate retrofitted on my Holland Classic and like it but its not an essential. In fact my family likes the steaks on the Phoenix the best for some reason so I have used my searmate less than I would like but would not give it up for lack of usage. Smoking meat is a whoe different story at least at my house the ceramic grills shine in that category. |
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Tom Kirkman |
I stopped searing when I found out how much better the food was without it. Just my personal taste, I suppose, but everybody that eats a steak off my Holland talks about how great it tastes compared to what they're used to. The secret is the Holland indirect heat and no searing (burning). |
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AJ |
I agree with the previous post. You do not need to sear to get good taste. Use the money you save from not buying the Searmate on other useful Holland accessories. |
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KB |
I'm 65 years old and have had a Holland Grill for 4 years and can say that I've never had a better steak than that which I've grilled on a Holland Grill. I've had steaks in restrants from Texis to KC to Chicago to NY to SC, and nothing compares to a Holland for taste and flavor. I do not have a searmate and do not recommend one with a Holland Grill. |
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Scott |
Grate is not flimsy at all. Do two 10-11lb. turkeys together each Thanksgiving. |
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Greg |
I've been cooking with my Holland grill for almost 10 years. I love that there has never, ever been a flare-up. Only thing I wish my grill had was a side burner. Greg |
