48 hrs ago I didn't own a kettle grill, but thanks to the BBQ Gods, and some good timing on my part I'm now the proud owner of a 18" Patient Pending Avocado kettle in really good shape (was randomly left for dead in my front yard). I've named her "Bakersfield" as a tribute to Tom Hanks character in CASTAWAY to illustrate our fortuitous union.
"Bakersfield?? Bakersfield!!?? BAKERSFIELD!!!!"
I've attached a picture of Bakersfield in-front of our 90 year old avocado tree.
I was lucky to get a free grill. Here is what free looks like:
$34 small vortex
$56 new walnut handles
$38 hinged grate
$20 char-box
$20 BBQ gloves
$10 Fire starters
$14 chicken roaster
$20 Grill brush
$30 Quick-read thermometer
$30 Pizza peel
$27 Ash catcher
$56 Stainless vortex with water res. (for my other grill).
LASTLY, a WKC tshirt California chapter of course! $23
I spent most of yesterday covered in grime doing my deep clean, but that is done, and now ready for action! I'm thrilled with my new grill, hobby and the great food that will come off of "Bakersfield."
As a former owner of a 60' boat I can assure you this is all rather healthy spending---If you're a boat owner your know what I'm talking about!