The Definitive Guide To The Lotus BBQ Grill

Here at Cuckooland we are experts on a lot of innovative lifestyle accessories. But one thing we know about more than anything else is BBQ’s. Yes, your faithful cooking companion is considered a coveted piece of genius here at Cuckooland HQ. Which is why we wanted to impart the knowledge of a thousand BBQ’s, starting with our guide to the Lotus Grill.

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Lotus Grill International

To make it into the Cuckooland hall of fame for cool products you need to create something that changes the way people do things, for the better. Innovation, quirkiness and unique design all have to play a part. Lotus Grill International not only ticks all those boxes but many more. Lotus Grill International have taken the humble portable BBQ and turned it into something that is more of an essential lifestyle accessory than a product that ends up in the back of the cupboard for the rest of time. Lotus possess well over forty years of BBQ producing know-how which has resulted in an award winning design rivalled by none. Lotus Grill international came about from the development of the internationally patented Lotus Grill in 2010. Operating independently from its parent company, Lotus now produces the most popular portable Barbecue grill as well as BBQ Accessories, worldwide. These amazing credentials are why we are proud to be the biggest Online Retailer of Lotus BBQ Grills in the UK, bringing our customers a BBQ which will change the way they dine alfresco.

Lotus Grill in grey with lighter gel and charcoal

What Our Customers Say – Lotus Grill Reviews

Our favourite BBQ buddy is of course the Lotus BBQ Grill. This epic fire pit of awesomeness creates the best kind of BBQ food. It is portable, light, and even comes with its very own carry case! But don’t take our word for just how amazing the Lotus BBQ Grill is; check out what our customers have to say;

19/08/17

It is just as easy to use as the online videos show. Well worth the money. Love it!

27/07/17

Well made, easy to use and very portable

14/06/17

Second one bought as a present. Works exactly as described. Great little barbeque.

18/05/17

Performs exactly as described Lights easily, heats up in a couple of minutes and cooks food exactly as you require.

02/04/17

Very good & worth the price tag.

09/11/16

Lovely to use and cooks beautifully

Awards

It’s not surprising that The Lotus Grill has picked up awards for its cutting edge design and innovative technology. These include;

Lotus grill working compartments

How It Works

If awards are anything to go by, it’s easy to see that The Lotus BBQ Grill is known for its revolutionary design and it’s this design that makes it one-of-a-kind. Lotus uses cutting edge technology to create a BBQ that is ready in around four minutes, sounds incredible? Well that’s because it is!

  • The Grill uses a battery-operated fan that is built in to the unit to supply fresh air over the charcoal thus producing a smoke-free cooking experience.
  • With the air stoking the heat around the charcoal, the grill is ready to cook delicious food in just a few short minutes.
  • The temperature can actually be controlled by adjusting the battery operated fan to ensure you have the optimal temperature for whatever you’re throwing on the barbie!
  • The unique design means that greasy deposits from food will not touch the lit charcoal which means no excess smoke.
  • Safety is always a big feature when it comes to a BBQ and this is why Lotus included a double wall around the grill to ensure the frame and base doesn’t get too hot. This is a vital feature when dining with small child around.
  • When it comes to cleaning the Lotus Grill is easy to dismantled, quick to clean and can even be placed in a dish washer.

Take a look at this video and you will see just how easy it is to use the Lotus Grill:

The Lotus Grill Range

The beauty of the Lotus Grill isn’t just in the cooking technology but in the design. Lotus is available in a stunning range of vibrant colours, from passionate red to sun worshipping orange. You are sure to find some variation of your favourite colour in this awesome range.

The Lotus MiniGrill

In early 2015 Lotus launched the New Lotus MiniGrill as well as launching the original Lotus Grill in silk white. These two new options have already proven to be popular. The miniGrill is especially well loved as it features a smaller, lighter design as well as a removable grill plate that doubles up as a handy camping stove.

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The Original Lotus Grill

With incredible features such as smokeless operation, perfect heat retention and available in a wide range of colours, it’s little wonder why the original Lotus Grill is so popular. This innovative, award-winning BBQ has revolutionised outdoor cooking. German-designed and engineered, the grill uses 90% less charcoal and is ready to cook food 3-4 minutes from lighting.

The Lotus Grill XXL

The beauty of the Lotus Grill XXL is it comes attached to a pair of wheels. It’ll swerve to wherever you have space for it, locking into a stable position with the front-end ‘feet’. The grill top is almost 58cm in diameter: a little under twice the measurements of the classic Lotus. With the stand, however, it’s a fair bit heavier, weighing in at 21.8kg. That won’t matter though since the pull handle/wheel combo ensures it never feels like dragging a stone up a hill.

If you’re worried about cleaning and maintenance, don’t be! The Lotus XXL can be taken apart, piece by piece, for fitting in the dishwasher, or prepped for a thorough hand wash. The inner bowl is the only component that’ll be splashed in grease from your food; once you’ve taken it apart from constituent bits, there’s merely the need for a gentle chemical spray, a spot of warm water, and a circular washing technique that covers all of the rim.

Lotus Grill XXL

Lotus Grill Accessories

Not content with being on of the most coveted producers of portable BBQ Grills internationally, Lotus also produce a huge range of accessories which can turn your humble BBQ into an Eastern inspired cooker! The Lotus Grill BBQ Teppanyaki Plate is an example of this ingenious thinking and it will transform a simple BBQ into a Japanese delight. Lotus produce BBQ hoods that will compliment a slow cooked meal perfectly. Also in the range of accessories are BBQ Tongs and Barbeque Basting Brushes all available in the signature Lotus colours. And to compliment the perfect grilling temperature the boffins behind Lotus have even created BBQ grill bags, Lighter Gel and BBQ Beechwood Charcoal.

Lotus Grill BBQ Tongs
Lotus Grill Basting Brush
Lotus Grill Hood
Lotus Grill BBQ Teppanyaki Plate

Take The Lotus Grill Anywhere

Unsurprisingly, the lotus grill is loved by many because of it’s versatility, you can literally take it anywhere and produce fabulous BBQ’d food. Here are just a few of our suggestions for the perfect environment for creating the perfect BBQ setting.

A Park

Awww the piece and tranquility which comes with a national park is something that is craved by many a hard worker. So when you throw in some delicious food and maybe even a few cheeky drinks, you are sure to create an epic dining experience that may attract some of the cuter forms of wildlife. Why not grab a few friends and create an epic ‘Party In The Park’ style event, all you need are some ingredients, a Lotus Grill, some beloved friends, beer/wine and hopefully sunshine.

The Holiday Village

If you are partial to a get away, village style, then the lotus grill will make the perfect addition. Britain, France and Holland and littered with amazing holiday villages which are perfect for all the family and who could resist cooking up a storm on a wooden deck whilst watching the sun set over the south of France. Get those bags packed and don’t forget the grill!

Camping

If you enjoy being one with nature and think hotels are for wimps than you no doubt love to camp. There is something entirely simple about camping and it allows us to get back to what’s important – the great outdoors, our loved ones and some awesome alfresco cooking. So of course you’re going to want to pack a Lotus Grill with you, and thanks to the recently launched MiniGrill you can pack a cooking implement that doubles up as a stove. Perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the great outdoors.

The Beach

Burger on the beach? Yes please! The beach is the ultimate summer hangout for a lot of folk and it’s easy to see why; Soft sands, awesome waves and enough sun to see you through to next Summer. But have you ever tried a BBQ on the beach? It makes the whole experience ten times more fun. All it takes is a little bit of prep to enjoy one of the greatest days out of the year. Fill a cooler with food and drinks, grab the Lotus, pack up the car and away you go on your epic sandy adventure.

On Holiday

It’s only natural to crave our much loved foods while abroad and that’s why taking the Lotus BBQ Grill with you will make every sense in the world. Not only can you cook up a storm with your beloved portable BBQ but also you can do it while surrounded by the scenic delights of your chosen destination. The Lotus Grill brings the taste of the Great British BBQ to any holiday and you may well attract the attention of the locals with your awesome cooking skills.

At Home

As the saying goes, there is no place like home. What surrounding could compare to the layback sanctum of your garden, surrounded by your nearest and dearest? Your home is your castle and it’s where you create the best in culinary excellence. With a Lotus Grill by your side there is nothing stopping you from hosting the perfect BBQ soirée from the comfort of your home.

Recipes

Over time we have amassed a fair few BBQ recipes that work perfectly with a Lotus Grill, here are just a few examples of our favourite ones;

Top 3 Healthy Lotus Recipes

If you’re planning on a picnic, day at the beach or excursion a good tip is to prepare the Marinade or Vinaigrette before you leave the house (they keep for quite a while, so these could even be prepared before you go camping/on holiday and are great to use with other recipes and dishes!).

All Recipes serve 4 and come with a warning of seriously tasty and extremely moreish! Read the full post here.

The Ultimate Lotus Burger!

Tada… its a recipe for the humble Burger! Adaptable, Dependable, Versatile, Social, Nostalgic, Simple- the Burger is the Worlds Number 1 Comfort Food. Corporations have built empires, crossed oceans, crushed stigmas and conquered taste buds from Tennessee to Timbuktu… with not much more than a Patty and a Bun! And the Lotus Grill is genius at making it – with temperature control being a major factor in the cremation (err… creation) of the perfect Burger; Lotus Grill has a unique device to give the temperature that all important boost without you having to play Charcoal Jenga- a little switch and a built in fan (assuming everyone knows that a little ventilation makes those coals glow like magma… good, thought you would). Lotus BBQ Grill – the perfect portable BBQ for the perfect portable meal. Right now… where the shreks the Burger Recipe I hear you cry? See the full recipe here.

Blackened Steak with “Can o’ Beer” Marinade

Nothing tastes better in summer than delicious BBQ’d meat, that first bite of a mouth walking smoky steak is enough to invoke the fondest of summer time memories. However, with the negative press currently surrounding the carcinogenic affects of the humble BBQ it can put some people off. But fear not, Cuckooland has the perfect and somewhat surprising solution, beer! A study published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry found that marinating your meat in beer decreases the threat of carcinogen compounds by a whopping 53 percent! Struth those Aussies were onto something!

Cuckooland has teamed up with BBQ champion Ben Bartlett, to develop a range of beer-based marinades that can be used alongside the famed Lotus Grill, another piece of BBQ kit that has been proven to lower carcinogenic risk. We have included three mouth-watering recipes, which are sure to delight BBQ fans as well as safeguard the health and well-being of your family and friends.

Read the full recipe here.

The Perfect BBQ For You

So all you trusty, talented King or Queen of the BBQ, you now have all the knowledge needed for a summer long session of BBQ delights. Whether you’re on the go or at home the lotus grill BBQ is simply the perfect BBQ for you. For tips, advice or further information, why not get in contact with one of our BBQ experts today? Call us on +44 (0) 1305 231 231 9-6pm Mon to Fri or email customerservice@cuckooland.com

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