I Can Choose To Not Be a Grilling Snob

I love grilling snobs. I love it when people are so passionate about grilling that they will only use charcoal or high searing infrared gas grills or wood. I am, however, a bit more pragmatic when it comes to outdoor cooking, and that is why I have 3 outdoor appliances (gas grill, charcoal grill, and a smoker). I write all this because I find myself ready to buy a completely different type of grill made by Holland (company not country).

The Holland Grill uses electricity or propane to heat the grill but the elements are completely covered by the drip pan. The design is set up to avoid flare-ups and make use up the drippings (from fat or marinade) to recycle the flavor back into the food. I was able to try some pork loin that was cooked on it and it was very tasty. After 15 minutes with salesman, I was very intrigued. So much so that I sent Mrs. Marinara over to look at it (hint, hint, nudge, nudge).

As much as I am intrigued by this, it also seems gimmicky. It definitely violates so many grilling rules. The temperature ranges from 300- 425, which means it cooks at too high of a temp to smoke properly and to low of a temp to properly sear meat. Yet, the testimonials seem to point to this grill making great steaks and great ribs. Still can this be even qualified as grilling?

If I do buy into this, it will be out of necessity. I have been looking for a grill that can be used at tailgating events and they do have the compact Companion model. It is nice because it has a canvas bag that can be used for transportation and it runs on the smaller propane canisters. And even if I buy into this, really I need Mrs. Marinara to buy into this.