Our kamados.

The kamado is a versatile barbecue that uses ceramic to retain heat and allow for precise and flavoursome cooking. Whether you want to grill, smoke, or roast, the kamado is an excellent choice for barbecue enthusiasts.
Découvrez en détails ici le fonctionnement du barbecue en céramique.  

Classic barbecues and kamado barbecues have several notable differences in terms of design, operation, and cooking experience. Here is an overview of the main differences:

1. Construction materials

• Classic barbecue: Often made of steel, cast iron, or aluminium, classic barbecues can be gas, charcoal, or electric. Their construction is generally lighter and less insulating.
• Kamado barbecue: Made of ceramic, the kamado is designed to retain heat and moisture. Its thick construction allows for better thermal insulation.

2. Cooking method

• Classic barbecue: Primarily uses direct heat to grill food. Charcoal barbecues can also allow for indirect cooking, but this often requires adjustments.
• Kamado barbecue: Allows for both direct and indirect cooking, as well as smoking techniques. Thanks to its ability to maintain consistent temperatures, it is ideal for slow and low-temperature cooking.

3. Temperature Control

• Classic Barbecue: Temperature control can be less precise, especially on charcoal models. Gas barbecues offer better control but may not reach temperatures as high as kamados.
• Kamado Barbecue: Offers excellent temperature control thanks to its adjustable vents. It can reach high temperatures for searing meat or lower temperatures for smoking.

4. Versatility

• Classic Barbecue: While effective for grilling, it may be limited in terms of cooking techniques.
• Kamado Barbecue: Very versatile, it can be used for grilling, smoking, roasting, baking pizzas, and even baking.

5. Fuel Consumption

• Classic Barbecue: Charcoal barbecues generally consume more fuel to maintain heat, while gas barbecues offer more efficient combustion.
• Kamado Barbecue: Thanks to its excellent heat retention, it uses less charcoal to maintain high temperatures, making it more economical in the long run.

6. Cost

• Classic Barbecue: Generally cheaper to purchase, but quality can vary significantly.
• Kamado Barbecue: Often more expensive due to their construction and versatility, but they can offer better value for money in the long term due to their durability and efficiency.

7. Ease of Use

• Classic Barbecue: Can be simpler to use for beginners, especially gas models.
• Kamado barbecue: May require some learning to master temperature control and various cooking techniques.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a versatile cooking experience, the kamado is the best choice.

• Ceramic body warranty of the QUATRO: for life
• Stainless steel components warranty: 20 years
• Metal and cast iron components warranty: 5 years
• Ceramic components warranty: 5 years

QUATRO Large: for families as well as professionals. Appreciated for its design and exceptional cooking performance.

QUATRO Medium: It installs easilyoutdoorson a garden table, a kitchen counteror indoors in a professional kitchen. The QUATRO M 16" kamado is easy to transport, moving as you wish.

The kamado is more than just a barbecue. It is more efficient than a steel barbecue because it offers much wider culinary possibilities.

Large cooking surface: with a 47cm diameter cooking surface, you can cook a wide variety of dishes for a large number of guests throughout the year.

Performance: The QUATRO L is one of the highest-performing barbecues on the market, thanks in particular to the improvements made to its structure and insulation. Its variable vents allow for perfect heat distribution and combustion of materials, as well as very precise temperature control. The quality of its ceramic also provides excellent thermal insulation, allowing for better heat retention for fast and efficient cooking, while reducing charcoal consumption.

Versatility: the QUATRO L allows you to cook everything from starters and main courses to desserts!

The quality of its dense and thick ceramic (35mm) allows optimal heat retention inside the QUATRO for several hours.

Adjustable top ventilation damper. Multi-position cast iron ventilation consisting of three separate sections for precise temperature control. Can be fully opened for rapid heat-up. Partial opening with radial flue gas outlet. Works in conjunction with the bottom draft ventilation. This feature makes it easy to manage the temperature increase and maintain it during cooking.

In order to facilitate the opening and closing of the lid, it is equipped with a sturdy adjustable stainless steel spring hinge that significantly compensates for the considerable weight of the ceramic. 

- QUATRO L: cast iron top ventilation, integrated thermometer, 35mm thick ceramic, mullite-silicate ceramic

- 1 x Split & Mix L : The Split & Mix Large 21″ accessory allows you to cook your food in your QUATRO Large kamado barbecue on 2 levels and to distribute the heat optimally with the 2 enamelled ceramic deflectors..

- 1 x Charcoal basket L : essential for effectively managing the air supply to the home while limiting the obstruction of ventilation pathways.

- 2 x Side-tables in HPL : these 2 side shelves in HPL are the essential accessory to serve as support when you cook on the kamado.

- 1 x Cart with wheels 4 mm thick : 2 casters with brakes and 2 without brakes

- 1 x Ash scraper : the ideal accessory for a perfectly maintained kamado.

- 1 x Protective cover : essential, perfectly fits the shapes of the QUATRO L. Durable and thick, it is made of 100% polyesterOxford 600D with PU coatingand guaranteed to keep your barbecue protected from dirt and the elements.

Acts as a regulator (thermostat) and allows for the control of air flow. Complementary to the lower draft ventilation. Thanks to this element, it is easy to manage the temperature rise as well as its maintenance during cooking.

Multi-position cast iron ventilation consisting of 3 distinct parts for precise temperature adjustment. Can be fully opened for a rapid increase in temperature. Partial opening with radial smoke outlet..  

Lid designed to evenly redistribute heat and moisture from food. The performance of the QUATRO is particularly based on the perfect combination of Shape & Material: the conical shape and the quality of the ceramic allow for easy and quick ignition, uniform and consistent cooking, preservation of food flavours, as well as low charcoal consumption.

Allows for the simultaneous cooking of various foods at different temperatures by varying heights and cooking modes. One single accessory to separate and mix direct and indirect cooking!

Having a kamado grill in several pieces has certain disadvantages compared to a one-piece model. Here are a few points to consider:

1. Heat leaks: Multi-piece fireplaces may have joints or gaps between the different sections, which can lead to heat leaks. This can make cooking less efficient and require more fuel.
2. Assembly complexity: a multi-piece fire pit can be more complicated to assemble and disassemble. This can make transport and storage more difficult, especially if the pieces are heavy or bulky.
3. Durability: single-piece fireplaces are more robust and resistant to cracking. Multi-piece models may be more prone to cracking or warping over time, especially if exposed to temperature fluctuations.
4. Maintenance: the joints between the different sections can accumulate food or grease residues, which can make cleaning more difficult. A one-piece hearth is generally easier to maintain.
5. Aesthetics: a single-piece fireplace can have a more uniform and elegant appearance, whereas a multi-piece model may appear less aesthetically pleasing due to the lines of separation.
6. Cost: multi-piece fireplaces can sometimes be cheaper to purchase, but the maintenance and replacement costs of parts can add up, making the total cost higher in the long run.
7. Performance: a single-piece hearth can provide better heat distribution, which is crucial for even cooking. Multi-piece models may have hot and cold spots, which can affect the quality of the cooking.

In summary, although multi-piece kamado grills may offer some flexibility for the manufacturer, they have disadvantages in terms of performance, durability, and maintenance compared to a single-piece grill.

• Dense and thick ceramic (35mm). Allows for optimal heat retention inside the QUATRO for several hours.
• Ceramic composed of an alloy including cordierite and silicate (mullite) providing resistance to thermal and physical shocks.
• This ceramic is the most innovative on the market.
• Lifetime guarantee ceramic

Allows for a large supply of oxygen to ignite the fire and manage the cooking temperature in the QUATRO. It also facilitates the cleaning of ashes.