The heat is on: everything you need to start barbecuing today

From essential equipment to “zoning” your coals, our expert guide will have you grilling like a seasoned pro

• Melissa Thompson’s summer barbecue recipes

You don’t need much to barbecue apart from a grill, fuel and a lighter. But today’s game is pretty advanced and there are endless tools to enhance and ease the pursuit. When it comes to choosing a barbecue, I’d recommend buying one that has the potential for different accessories. That means you can build up a collection over time to make your options for cooking endless.