Grilling Guides & Tips: How To

How-to guides, temperature charts and buying advice for wood-fired and flat-top grilling. Browse them by topic on the grilling guides hub.

  • Arteflame wood-fired flat-top grill with round Corten steel base: How to Host a Backyard BBQ

    How to Host a Backyard BBQ Step by Step

    Learn how to host a backyard BBQ step by step without losing your mind. From prep timelines to live-fire cooking, master the ultimate cookout.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Arteflame flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base loaded with burgers, sausages, chicken, corn and skewers at a backyard garden party

    How to Grill for a Crowd: Party Planning Guide

    Master the art of backyard entertaining with this foolproof guide to grilling for a crowd. Learn how to prep your menu, manage natural heat zones, and effortlessly feed a large...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • How to Cook a Full Meal on One Grill at the Same Time

    How to Cook a Full Meal on One Grill at the Same Time

    Stop running back and forth to the kitchen. Master multi-zone grilling and learn how to perfectly time a complete meal—protein, sides, and veggies—all on one grill at the exact same...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Golden caramelized onions and fresh sliced onions cooking on an Arteflame flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base, overlooking a vineyard

    How to Caramelize Onions on a Griddle Like a Pro

    Master the art of low-and-slow griddle cooking. Learn how to transform raw onions into sweet, jammy, deeply caramelized perfection with the right heat, fat, and a little patience.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Cheeseburger patties with melting cheddar and a melting dome on an Arteflame flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base beside a pool

    How to Melt Cheese Perfectly on Grilled Burgers

    Learn the foolproof method for melting cheese perfectly on grilled burgers every single time. Discover the right temperatures, timing, and tools to achieve that flawless, gooey drape without overcooking your...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Hibachi-style steak, shrimp, vegetables and fried rice cooking on an Arteflame flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base in a Japanese garden

    How to Cook Hibachi Style at Home

    Master the art of backyard hibachi. Learn how to manage high-heat zones, perfect your prep, and sear steak, shrimp, and fried rice on a flat steel cooktop without singeing your...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Fried rice with egg, shrimp, peas and carrots cooking on an Arteflame flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base and wood fire

    How to Cook Fried Rice on a Flat Top: The Ultimate Guide

    Master the art of flat top fried rice with this step-by-step guide. Learn the secrets to achieving the perfect sear, preventing mushy grains, and getting that authentic, smoky flavor on...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Quesadillas, tortillas, carne asada and street tacos cooking on an Arteflame flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base and wood fire

    How to Grill Quesadillas and Tacos on a Griddle

    Master the art of Tex-Mex on your backyard griddle. Learn the exact temperatures, times, and techniques to grill perfectly crispy quesadillas and street-style tacos without losing your fillings to the...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Brioche burger buns toasting on an Arteflame wood-fired flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base

    How to Toast Buns on the Grill Like a Pro

    Learn exactly how to toast buns on the grill for the perfect burger. Master the butter-to-mayo ratio, find the right heat zone, and prevent burning with this step-by-step guide.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Naan, flatbread and rustic bread toasting on an Arteflame wood-fired flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base

    How to Grill Bread, Flatbread and Naan

    Master the art of grilling bread, flatbread, and naan over an open fire. Learn the temperatures, times, and techniques to achieve perfectly puffed dough, golden-brown char, and a smoke-kissed flavor.

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Grilled peaches, pineapple rings, French toast and bananas cooking on an Arteflame flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base, with ice cream and berries on the side

    How to Make Desserts on a Flat Top Grill

    Don't let a hot fire go to waste! Learn how to use the cooler edges of your flat top grill to caramelize fruits, toast pound cake, and bake cast-iron skillet...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |

  • Grilled watermelon, figs, apricots, mango and fruit skewers on an Arteflame flat-top grill with a round Corten steel base overlooking the ocean

    How to Grill Fruit for Dessert: The Ultimate Guide

    Learn how to transform ordinary fruit into a caramelized, smoky dessert masterpiece. Master the heat, prep the fruit, and finish your next backyard cookout with this foolproof guide to grilling...

    Michiel Schuitemaker |