Long gone are the days when a barbecue meant a plateful of charred sausages drenched in tomato sauce. This book shows you how to produce fresh and flavoursome meals on your barbecue, whether it's a simple hibachi or a state-of-the-art unit with granite benchtops.

There are more that 130 recipes, ranging from starters right through to desserts and accompaniments, and including a feast of vegetarian options. There are also tips on choosing and maintaining barbecue equipment, and foolproof cooking techniques.