Thanks to my son, Charlie, another item has been added to my little gadget family - and this is one I have been using almost daily since I got it. I've mentioned the chimney starter in a couple ...

(KFVS) Some say Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to grilling season, so how about trying something new this year? If you've never used a charcoal chimney starter, let me 'try it before you buy ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. A gas grill is a wonderfully easy way to fire up the grilling season, but for real flavor, nothing beats cooking over charcoal.

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? The power of charcoal grilling is definitely worth it, but there is a learning curve.