This tongue-twister term, Komodo Kamado, is actually the brand that is doling out the latest alfresco oven designed by Dennis Linkletter. “Kamado” stands for a traditional Japanese wood or charcoal fired earthen vessel that can dish out mouth-watering grilled eatables. Distinctively shaped, the inverted heart form of this ceramic BBQ has been inspired by a heart-shaped foil balloon. Dubbed as OTB 23, you get no points for understanding that OTB stands for “outside the box.” Dennis also asserts that all the flaws and traditional roundish ovens have been countered to render even temperature throughout the dome.

Other features, like regulated airflow and faultless insulation, are supported by refractory materials used in the making of the OTB 23. The dense inner wall does its job of absorbing and reflecting the heat back into the cooking chamber. This uber user-friendly oven is presented in four versions to pick from. The latest Gen II Ultimate is up for $3,260. Are you wondering who to invite over for a mid-week under-the-moonlight BBQ party? I’m game for it!