How to: BBQ Trends Across the US, UK & Germany
Same grill, different country.
From our German neighbours to far across the pond and right back home again, nothing beats a good old barbecue. But with more Americans than Brits preferring a beer with their burger, and more Germans loading up on carbs as BBQ side dishes than their British counterparts, there's a lot to be said for BBQ trends across all 3 countries.
Overview - BBQ Trends by Country
- How Are We Barbecuing?
- When Are We Barbecuing?
- Where Are We Barbecuing?
- What Are We Barbecuing?
- Different BBQ Style, Same BBQ Taste
Using Wayfair internal sales data, as well as some carefully sought out facts, our 'BBQ Trends Across the US, UK and Germany' infographic takes a deep dive into the ways each country masters the grill. From what Brits, Americans and Germans are BBQing, to exactly which grill they prefer and some fun facts on ketchup...find more details below:
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How Are We Barbecuing?
It might not surprise you that gas BBQs are rated the most popular type of grill across all three locations. Thanks to their efficiency, easy of use and ability to cook the perfect burger, gas grills take the top spot, leaving electric BBQs lagging behind in last place.
What is surprising however is that charcoal grills seem to have a growing fan base, especially in the UK. Could it be down to their ability to add an authentic smoky BBQ flavour? Or for their pleasing design and aesthetics? Decide for yourself by taking a look at our handy BBQ buying guide and discover which model is the best BBQ to buy.
When Are We Barbecuing?
Once a strictly summer activity, BBQing has become a regular occurrence in the US with more than half of Americans surveyed admitting to grilling all year round, with Germans even suggesting that they BBQ during winter! And us Brits aren't far behind. Whilst many of us wait for the opportune weekend (hello sunny weather?) to dust off the barbecue, more and more Brits are opting to fire up the grill Monday through to Friday.
Where Are We Barbecuing?
From lakes to beaches and friend's backyards, Americans and Germans alike love any excuse to grill on the go. Here in the UK however, we prefer to set our barbecuing sights no further than our own gardens - social distancing down to a tee.
Psst! Check out our tips on how to host a garden party or find our how you can stage your own BBQ party in a small space.
What Are We Barbecuing?
From authentic German sausages to traditional hamburgers and pork chops, meat remains the dominant dish on the grill. But as more and more of us take a global stand for vegetarian and vegan BBQ recipes, Brits have mixed feelings when it comes to opting for meat over alternatives like veggies and fish. Our list of easy BBQ recipes is set to please every kind of guest, just make sure you avoid any cross-contamination by using separate BBQ cookware and BBQ tools.
Different BBQ Style, Same BBQ Taste
Although it seems like the UK, US and Germany have very different views when it comes to how we BBQ, there are some aspects of grilling that just can't be changed. Slathering the 'universal sauce' known as ketchup all over your BBQ food, whether it be American style, German or British is something we all share. That, and popping the lid on a fresh, cold beer. Cheers.
