Rediscover the thrill of the grill with this comprehensive barbecue compendium, which offers hundreds of sizzling recipes inspired by cuisines around the world. From simple and hearty family fare to exciting recipe ideas for entertaining al fresco, you will find a wealth of delicious and versatile dishes. There really is a barbecue for every occasion, so take advice from the experts in the introductory section on selecting the barbecue that"s just right for you. This is followed by top tips on menu-planning plus great ideas for simple and spicy marinades used on basic cuts of meat, poultry, fish and veggies. Check out the quick reference table for cooking times - perfect when you want to throw together a simple, fuss-free barbecue. There are fabulous ideas for easy, speedy accompaniments too. And you will find some great ideas for setting the scene. Whether it"s a casual family affair or a full-on party, there are plenty of suggestions from making sure there"s plenty of shade to sit in during the day to threading the garden with strings of lights at night. Paul Kirk is a seasoned barbecue chef who has won numerous awards for his barbecue cooking. He has travelled worldwide training restaurant chefs in the art of the grill and conducting barbecue seminars. He is a regular contributor to several food magazines and the author of four previous barbecue books.