Barbecuing is not just for summer anymore and its popularity is increasing for good reasons. Thanks to modern grilling appliances you can have fun all year round. Friends and companions are what ultimately make a meal special. Delicious grilled meals can be prepared quickly and easily, leaving you with a lot of time to have fun with your guests. The key is variety and new combinations. Whether it is spiced meat on the skewer, quality steaks, baked fish,  stuffed tomatoes, or vegetables cooked in the heart of the fire, this book gives you original recipe ideas to suit every taste. The author covers recipes for the grill and the hot stone; ideas for sauces, dips and accompaniments; plus, a special chapter explaining several  different barbecue menus. All of this will make your barbecue or picnic a definite success. The more than 100 "How To" photographs and the detailed chapters on how to handle the different meats and vegetables will make cooking a fantastic meal simple and fun.