Are you in the market for a new barbecue? If so, you're probably aware that a world of possibilities exists when it comes to barbecues.

From simple kettles to built-in outdoor kitchens, your options are limited only by your imagination and your budget. You can buy a barbecue completely assembled, ready-to- assemble at home, or as a unit that's meant to be plugged into a masonry edifice.

To choose the right barbecue, you need to be clear about what you want. Budget, of course, can seriously limit your choices. But also think about how and where you will use your new barbecue.

Will you want it on the patio right next to the kitchen, or further away in the yard? Should it be permanent or portable? Will you need electricity, water, and gas lines nearby?