Why You Need a Half Griddle Half Grill: Arteflame vs Gas Grills

Introduction

Cooking outdoors on a gas or electric grill might be convenient, but it comes with serious limitations—especially when you're aiming for that steakhouse-grade sear. Most gas grills top out at around 450°F, far below the 1,000°F needed to activate the Maillard reaction effectively. This is the chemical process responsible for the rich, caramelized crust that defines a perfectly seared steak. Foods like burgers, thick-cut steaks, sausages, and skirt steak taste profoundly different and better when exposed to real wood flame. Unlike gas, wood-fired grills unlock smoky complexity and flavor that simply can’t be imitated. Enter the Arteflame: a revolutionary half griddle, half grill system that combines searing hot temperatures with the flavor-enhancing power of live fire cooking. It's exactly what you need to take your grill game beyond gas.

Why Wood Grilling Wins

If you're already accustomed to the ease of a gas grill, supplementing it with a wood-fired option opens up an entirely different culinary world. Here’s why adding a half griddle half grill like the Arteflame to your line-up is the best grilling decision you’ll make:

1. Sear Like a Steakhouse

One of the most critical factors in preparing steakhouse-quality meat is the Maillard reaction. This browning effect begins to occur at around 300°F but optimizes near and above 500°F. Gas grills often struggle to reach even that threshold, let alone sustain it across the entire cooking surface. Arteflame grills heat up to 1,000°F, allowing you to sear your steak on the center grill grate and finish it gently on the outer griddle, much like a professional chef would using a salamander broiler and stovetop.

This dual-surface cooking means everything—from ribeyes to filet mignon—gets the caramelized crust but retains a juicy, medium-rare center. That’s simply not possible with conventional gas grills.

2. More Flavor, Naturally

No number of marinades or store-bought ‘smoke chips’ can replicate the authentic flavors of a real wood flame. When fat from meats drips into the wood fire, it vaporizes and infuses your food with rich, umami notes. The Arteflame delivers an incomparable taste profile because you're cooking over real hardwood—just like our ancestors intended.

Foods that especially benefit:

• Bone-in ribeye and sirloin
• Smoky burgers with charred edges
• Bratwurst and kielbasa
• Chicken thighs and wings
• Vegetables on the plancha (griddle section)

3. Versatility of a Half Griddle Half Grill

The Arteflame isn't just about steaks. Its combination of open grill center and solid steel plancha around the edge lets you cook a full meal with ease. Forget kitchen-to-grill juggling—cook eggs, pancakes, or veggies on the griddle while steaks or burgers sizzle on the center flame grate.

This versatile cooking surface lets you:

• Make breakfast, lunch, and dinner outdoors
• Keep delicate foods away from direct flame
• Use zones to control cooking temps across the surface
• Move food from searing to finishing location instantly
• Host larger cookouts with more surface area

4. Cleaner Heat, Cleaner Food

Gas grills may burn 'clean,' but they also introduce chemicals and additives due to fuel combustion and residue in burners. Wood grilling, especially when using hardwoods like oak or hickory, offers a clean-burning, natural heat source that cooks your food evenly. Arteflame’s design provides excellent airflow, ensuring minimal smoke and optimal burn.

5. Artisan Design Meets Function

Arteflame grills aren't just functionally superior—they’re design masterpieces. Their sculptural, industrial look enhances your outdoor living space. Each unit is crafted with premium Corten (weathering) steel, turning your backyard into a gourmet statement. Built to last and visually striking, Arteflame grills double as a wood-fire centerpiece when not in culinary use.

6. Built for Serious Grillmasters

If you're passionate about cooking and own a gas grill now, it’s probably because it's easy. But once you experience the fiery, hands-on approach of live fire cooking with the accuracy and elegance of an Arteflame, you'll realize what you’ve been missing. It’s for the grillmaster who demands more—from temperature control to flavor.

Conclusion

If you want more than just convenience out of your grilling setup, adding a wood-fired Arteflame to your gas grill arsenal is a game-changer. With the ability to sear meat at restaurant-level heat, cook full meals on a spacious half griddle half grill surface, and infuse your food with natural smoky flavor, the Arteflame delivers on every front. Plus, these stunning grills are 100% made in the USA, ensuring top-tier craftsmanship and long-lasting performance. Don’t settle for average—craft masterpieces with the unmatched power and versatility of Arteflame.