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better living | technology
The next level in backyard cooking
 By REDMOND CAROLIPIO
TO BECOME MASTER of your grilling domain (at least in your mind), it helps to have confidence, refined techniques and a general sense that you know what you’re doing.
A few nifty tools don’t hurt, either. Here are a few sweet items that can beef up your next barbecue.
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 Reveo food tumbler, $150-$200.
Marinating meat can take hours, even all day.
However, the tumbler features a vacuum system that helps the entree assimilate a blend of juices and spices more easily.
It’s also automated, so the rolling and tumbling of the barrel helps the food absorb even more. Instead of having something sit in a pan all day, it could be done in about 10 minutes. www.freethemeat.org
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 Grill Alert Talking Remote Meat Thermometer, $75.
Have an automated voice tell you when the meat is done.
Grilling purists might cringe, but average Joes might enjoy the freedom the wireless tech gives them. Chat with guests without worrying about their food turning into charred ruins. www.brookstone.com
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Char-Broil RED Infrared Gas Grill, $599-$899.
Infrared technology is another way to go when it comes to locking in flavor and keeping food moist. There are no open flames with this grill, so less gas is needed. This gem features a wide temperature range as well as the ability to convert to natural gas. www.charbroil.com
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 The Big Easy Oil-less Turkey Fryer, $150-$200.
Also from Char-Broil, this has nothing to do with grilling but was too cool to pass up. It uses infrared technology to surround the turkey with heat without drying it out. The big draw is that it doesn’t use oil, which will score points with health-conscious guests. This isn’t just a turkey-centric item, either — it’s good for other kinds of roasts. www.charbroil.com
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