>>...makes the Lodge combo skillet very happy ... Alex, as i'd like to get an all-round utility cooker, for use on a gas BBQ ... i'm interested in your opinion about Lodge cast iron products. do you recommend them? is there really any difference between brands of cast iron cookware? which specific style/sizes do you have experience with ; & what do you cook in them? advice appreciated ! Lodge Mfrg. has an amazing array of shapes available at their website. http://www.lodgemfg.com/ ( no i don't own stocks ) there's also a link at Lodge to The National Cornbread Festival . http://www.nationalcornbread.com/ they have their prize-winning 2000 recipes available & darned if the top 3 don't include peppers (one way or another) in the ingredients listed. ...staying on topic. regards peter g