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By Ruby McAuliffe and Sophie Cannon

The weather is warming up, and that means it’s time to welcome some outdoor fun, such as beach trips, hot tub relaxation and backyard vibes.

To properly ring in the warm weather season, we only thought it was best to share the best grills currently on the market — you don’t want to fall short when cooking your go-to meats and veggies.

Since grilling is no joke, The Post decided to tap into celebrity chefs to get the lowdown on their favorite grills. Plus, their best tips or hacks to make your at-home barbecue smokin’ hot and better than ever before.

See below for the best charcoal, gas wood-burning grills and more to turn your backyard or patio into your own five-star restaurant, as recommended by celeb chefs.

What are the different types of grills?

Shopping for grills can become overwhelming, as there are so many options to choose from. Luckily, our TV personality, executive producer, author and host of the History Channel series, “Adam Eats the 80s,” Adam Richman, broke them down for us.

• Gas: A gas grill is “pretty much an outdoor version of the burners you have on your stove,” according to Richman. “Turn on the gas, click the igniter and off you go. [They’re] really good grills for beginners or people who just want to get the show on the road.”
• Charcoal: Richamn explains a charcoal grill is “pretty much as it sounds.” Simply light a chimney of charcoal, spread it out over the coal bed and cook “with a very distinct flavor over direct or indirect heat.”
• Pellet: “This grill uses wood pellets made from the sawdust of the classic woods you usually hear used for smoking foods,” shared Richman. You may relate this grill to the flavor of apple, cherry and hickory.
• Electric: “[These have] an electronic igniter to get the party started,” said Richman. “They all have pretty remarkable thermostats that allow you to do everything from smoking, to conventional grilling, to searing.”

What should I look for in a grill?

When it comes to finding your perfect grill, it all depends on what you desire.

“If you want that iconic backyard BBQ flavor, I’d suggest purchasing a charcoal grill,” explained Kardea Brown, a contemporary Southern cook of Gullah Geechee descent and host of both Food Network’s “Delicious Miss Brown” and “The Great Soul Food Cook Off.” “If you want more of an even cook and to control your temperature quickly, I’d suggest purchasing a gas grill.”

On the other hand, Melissa Cookston, a seven time World BBQ Champion and member of the BBQ Hall of Fame, always looks for quality, build and lifetime warranties first. Cookston also explains that a good grill will be “air tight,” allowing you to specifically control the amount of air that reaches the fire box.

Lastly, Richman suggests opting for a grill that fits your space and style.

“It’s better to invest in a better quality, smaller grill then to get something gigantic for a flex,” said Richman. “Make sure it fits your space but also gives you ample room to work around it