If you're new to the concept of cooking barbecue on an electric grill, this may be a very good place to start. Andrew James is a very well known and popular manufacturer that does have a high regard for quality. On the rare occasions that a problem becomes known, they are quick to respond and have excellent customer relations.
This particular electric barbecue grill, the Black Deluxe, features a 1600 watt heating element, which, when suitably protected from cross winds will work happily outdoors as well as in your kitchen.
A very useful feature of this model is the reflector well that sits below the heating element. When filled with water the well serves two important purposes. The heating element operates in the infra red, so heat is emitted all around the circumference of the element. We are most interested in the infra red heat that we can cook with. It is important that the well is filled with water to the correct level because it not only prevents the barbecue from overheating, it also reflects some of that infra red heat back up to the food we're cooking. Any heat that is not reflected, heats the water and this in turn helps to keep the food moist. Clever thinking.
Physically this barbecue grill has:
variable heat adjustment
cooking surface 2/3 ribbed and 1/3 smooth, great for steak, but will cook eggs too.
large windscreen
2 large side storage tables
a small shelf above the grill to keep cooked food warm, or for warming bread buns.
Easy clean non stick cooking base
Can be used with or without the base so can be table mounted if required.
Cleaning this barbecue is very straight forward. The cooking plate is easily lifted off, so can be either wiped down with a damp cloth, or even placed in the dishwasher if required. The heating element is really easy to remove and refit giving access to the reflector well which also doubles as a receptacle for meat juices and fats. This is very handy as after cooking the water will be hot and the suspended waste liquid, this make it ridiculously easy to clean the reflector tray.
Do remember - the AJ Black Deluxe Electric Barbecue Grill must not be used without water in the tray. If you are enjoying a long summer barbecue, where the grill is kept hot for a long time you can top up the water if necessary by turning off the power and pouring water gently through the side slot in the cooking surface on the left hand side.
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Are Art Nouveau Vintage Engagement Rings the Right Choice for You?
If you and your partner have a fondness for the history and character of vintage engagement rings, then the highly creative era of the Art Nouveau period, with its themes of nature, fantasy and the female form, is well worth your attention.
This era, which began in the late Victorian period and lasted through to the Edwardian Age, originally developed from the Arts and Crafts movement. The distinct style of these vintage engagement rings were defined by their flowing symmetry, circular swirls and loops and very feminine designs. The predominant motif was the free-flowing line which was used to suggest movement and express an interpretation of the shapes and line found in plants, as well as a woman's hair and feminine curves.
This era represented quite a contrast to the Victorian period, especially given that the Victorians viewed the decorative use of the female figure and face as objectionable. Art Nouveau jewellers, on the other hand, revelled in the idea that the female form could be combined with great effect with elements of the natural world, such as butterfly wings. Even the classic Victorian serpent was reinterpreted to fit the Art Nouveau theme of flowing movement.
Art Nouveau jewellers were also revolutionary when it came to their choice and use of mediums; gold and silver were manipulated to portray a previously unseen softness, which was complimented by the use of gemstones like opal and moonstone. Horn, bone and ivory were also popular as they could easily be sculptured into a free flowing line. Platinum also made its first appearance during this artistic period, and the metal, along with white gold, quickly became a preferred material with jewellers.
Many vintage engagement rings from this era were recognised for their brightly coloured enamels and stained-glass appearance which were the result of a revival of an old jewellery technique known as plique-à-jour. While pearls were the most popular gemstone in Art Nouveau jewellery, they were closely followed by colourful gemstones such as tourmaline, garnet, emerald, ruby and moonstone. Diamonds, on the other hand, were hardly ever the central feature of Art Nouveau engagement rings, but were instead often used as accents around the central gem, so bear this in mind when considering this rich era.
As always, when shopping for vintage engagement rings you should exercise caution, as the beautiful and creatively rich designs of the Art Nouveau period have long been high in demand. As a result of this popularity, there are a lot of replicas in the market, and it is recommended that buyers direct their attention to specialised retailers with reliable reputations.
This era, which began in the late Victorian period and lasted through to the Edwardian Age, originally developed from the Arts and Crafts movement. The distinct style of these vintage engagement rings were defined by their flowing symmetry, circular swirls and loops and very feminine designs. The predominant motif was the free-flowing line which was used to suggest movement and express an interpretation of the shapes and line found in plants, as well as a woman's hair and feminine curves.
This era represented quite a contrast to the Victorian period, especially given that the Victorians viewed the decorative use of the female figure and face as objectionable. Art Nouveau jewellers, on the other hand, revelled in the idea that the female form could be combined with great effect with elements of the natural world, such as butterfly wings. Even the classic Victorian serpent was reinterpreted to fit the Art Nouveau theme of flowing movement.
Art Nouveau jewellers were also revolutionary when it came to their choice and use of mediums; gold and silver were manipulated to portray a previously unseen softness, which was complimented by the use of gemstones like opal and moonstone. Horn, bone and ivory were also popular as they could easily be sculptured into a free flowing line. Platinum also made its first appearance during this artistic period, and the metal, along with white gold, quickly became a preferred material with jewellers.
Many vintage engagement rings from this era were recognised for their brightly coloured enamels and stained-glass appearance which were the result of a revival of an old jewellery technique known as plique-à-jour. While pearls were the most popular gemstone in Art Nouveau jewellery, they were closely followed by colourful gemstones such as tourmaline, garnet, emerald, ruby and moonstone. Diamonds, on the other hand, were hardly ever the central feature of Art Nouveau engagement rings, but were instead often used as accents around the central gem, so bear this in mind when considering this rich era.
As always, when shopping for vintage engagement rings you should exercise caution, as the beautiful and creatively rich designs of the Art Nouveau period have long been high in demand. As a result of this popularity, there are a lot of replicas in the market, and it is recommended that buyers direct their attention to specialised retailers with reliable reputations.
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