Chimney Starter

"To ignite hardwood charcoal (or briquettes) without lighter fluid or a whole book of matches, reach for a chimney starter. A wad of newspaper, charcoal on top, plus one match properly applied, and in 20 minutes you've got glowing coals." -The Editors, from the 2003 edition of the SAVEUR 100, Issue #64

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Chimney Starter

"To ignite hardwood charcoal (or briquettes) without lighter fluid or a whole book of matches, reach for a chimney starter. A wad of newspaper, charcoal on top, plus one match properly applied, and in 20 minutes you've got glowing coals." -The Editors, from the 2003 edition of the SAVEUR 100, Issue #64

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