Grilled Picanha: Crispy Fat Cap, Wood-Fired
How to grill picanha (top sirloin cap) the Brazilian way: cut with the grain, salt only, render the fat cap first, sear hard and slice thin. Plus why picanha is...
This guide lists the grill, hearth and outdoor-kitchen stores we found in 3 Minnesota cities, with each store's location and what it carries. Store stock, hours and addresses change, so call ahead before you visit.
If you would rather not shop in person, Arteflame ships its corten-steel fire pit grills directly to homes in Minnesota. See buying an Arteflame in Minnesota below.
Cities in this guide: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Rochester
The Sear Makes the Steak, And Arteflame Makes the Sear
A typical gas grill runs cooler, so a steak needs more time over the heat before it browns. The Arteflame’s center grate reaches 1,000°F, so you get a deep crust fast while the inside stays juicy.
Grill stores in Minneapolis
Minneapolis winters bring road salt and freeze-thaw cycles, and grills often sit in garages until June.
- Frattallone's Ace Hardware (several locations around the metro): Neighborhood hardware stores carrying propane tanks, charcoal, and standard kettle grills.
- Warners' Stellian: Twin Cities retailer with a dedicated outdoor grill lineup, offering white-glove delivery and assembly from a local team.
A 1,000°F Sear for a Steakhouse-Style Crust
The Arteflame’s center grill grate reaches 1,000°F, the kind of intense, direct heat steakhouses sear with, so you get a crisp crust while the inside stays as rare as you like it.
Grill stores in Saint Paul
Saint Paul has a short grilling season, roughly May through the State Fair, and long winters.
- Frattallone's Hardware & Garden (Grand Avenue and Como Avenue): Carries charcoal, lump wood, grill brushes, replacement parts, and standard gas and kettle grills.
- Warners' Stellian (Snelling Avenue): Longtime Twin Cities appliance dealer carrying built-in and freestanding gas grills alongside major appliances, with knowledgeable staff.
Grill stores in Rochester
- Ace Hardware: Local branches carrying charcoal, standard accessories, and mainstream grill brands.
- Warners' Stellian: Minnesota appliance retailer carrying traditional appliances and standard gas grills.
Buying an Arteflame in Minnesota
Arteflame grills are round corten-steel fire pits with a solid carbon-steel cooktop ring. The center of the cooktop runs hottest and the outer edge cooler, so you can sear and cook gently at the same time while guests stand around the fire. They come in 20-inch, 30-inch and 40-inch sizes, plus a fire pit with cooktop. Arteflame sells direct and ships to your door; every grill carries a 3-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
Compare the models on the Arteflame store page, or browse grill stores in other states.
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Don't take our word for it; Arteflame has been featured in Forbes, Martha Stewart's blog, Barbecue Bible and FLOWER Magazine.
Steven Raichlen
Award-winning cookbook author
"It looks like a Claus Oldenburg sculpture. It functions like a wood burning grill & plancha. It's great for steak, fragile fish, veggies and everything in between."
Forbes
Business magazine
"The Arteflame will be the food and fun focal point of any backyard and is equally at home on a prepared surface or grass lawn."
Martha Stewart
Award-winning cook
"I love this grill - it's made of half-inch carbon steel and corten "weathering" steel with a cooktop that heats from the center."
Barbecue Bible
Barbecue & grill recipes
"If the mythic gods of fire had an earthy temple, the Arteflame grill could serve as its baptismal font. Its design, at once primeval and modern, symbolizes mankind's relationship with the awesome power of fire."
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Crisp and Golden Mac and Cheese Cakes on the Grill
Turn yesterday's leftover macaroni into today's crispy, golden side dish with this easy wood-fired recipe.
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Texas-Style Open-Fire Brisket: Seared & Wrapped on the Arteflame
Master this Texas-style open-fire brisket cooked entirely on the Arteflame grill. By searing on the center grate and wrapping to render on the flat top, you get perfectly tender, juicy...
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Beer Candied Bacon on the Grill
Transform standard thick-cut bacon into a sweet, savory appetizer with a dark stout and brown sugar glaze, perfectly caramelized on a flat-top grill.
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Sichuan Peppercorn Duck Breasts with Plum-Poblano Sauce
Render the perfect crispy skin with these Sichuan Peppercorn Duck Breasts, paired with a smoky, sweet, and spicy charred plum-poblano sauce.
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Grilled and Smothered Artichokes on the Arteflame
Tender artichoke halves charred over high heat and smothered in rich garlic butter and Parmesan cheese.
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Grilling Perfect Brisket on the Arteflame
Achieve a deep crust with this low-and-slow beef brisket recipe, utilizing natural heat zones for a perfect sear and incredibly tender finish.
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Grilled Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings on the Arteflame
Transform the trending crispy rice paper dumplings into a wood-fired masterpiece. Cooked on the Arteflame flat steel griddle for a shatteringly crisp crust and savory, high-protein filling.
