Blackstone 2287 28 inch Freestanding Omnivore Griddle with Hood, 2 Cooking Zones, BAR System, 2 Casters, Rear Grease Managem

28" Griddle with HoodThe Original 28” Omnivore Griddle with Hood is a powerhouse for cooking breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Equipped with Omnivore Griddle Plate Technology for optimized efficiency and better heat distribution, you’ll be cooking to your fullest potential. Convenient additional features like the BAR System for personalized accessory arrangements ensure your tools are always close by. Expand your outdoor cooking horizons with the 28” Omnivore Griddle with Hood.Omnivore Griddle Plate TechnologyQuicker preheat and recovery times, even heat distribution, higher fuel efficiency with fewer BTUs required for optimal cooking temperatures, and built-in wind guards keep the hot air in and the cool air out.Built-in hoodDesigned to protect your griddle surface and keep it clean between uses.Two independently controlled heat zonesCook your main and side dishes simultaneously at different temperatures.Dual side shelves with side shelf hooksAdded prep space with easy access to your cooking tools on the side shelf hooks.BAR SystemInnovative system for personalized accessory arrangements.Rear Grease Management SystemPush grease and food debris to the back of the griddle for easy cleanup.  Electric push-button ignitionConvenient and reliable ignition system.Two caster wheelsConveniently move the griddle to fit your needs.Q&AHow do I season my griddle?To start off, get a bowl of warm, soapy water and a dish towel to wipe down your griddle top and remove any dust or debris. Then, rinse your griddle top clean. Once clean, heat your griddle on high heat until your griddle top changes color. At that point, use tongs to hold a paper towel or cotton cloth and spread 2-3 tablespoons of your seasoning oil across the griddle surface. When seasoning your griddle top, remember to use a thin and even layer of oil—the thinner the layer of oil, the easier it will be to burn it off. The heat of the griddle will break down the oil and bond it to the metal, creating a new polymer that acts as a stick resistant and protective layer over the griddle. You will know it is done when it stops smoking. You will want to repeat this 3-4 times for your initial seasoning. Your first couple cooks, food might stick a little. Don’t worry--just keep cooking and oiling it before and after each use. As the seasoning builds, the better your griddle seasoning will get. Remember, your griddle top is made of steel. If needed, it is easy to resurface and re-season again.What do I do in between cooks on my griddle?Before you cook on your griddle, wipe a very thin layer of any cooking oil on it. After you’re done cooking and you’ve scraped and cleaned your griddle, add a very thin layer of Blackstone’s Seasoning & Conditioner or cooking oil to your griddle and spread it around with a paper towel or cotton cloth. This will protect it from the elements and prep it for your next cook.What oil is best to use?After years of testing and cooking on griddles we created our own