IMPORTANT: Bring the salt block up to temperature, not just the oven/grill
585503
We just opened our salt block. Very disappointed at the lack of use and care instructions. We learned very quickly after some studying online that it is critical to bring the salt block slowly up to temperature....not just the oven temperature but the temperature of the block itself. This takes time! We are fortunate to have a laser infrared thermometer and were able to check the temperature of our block as it steadily heated in our oven. It took a half hour to bring the salt block up to 250 degrees to match the oven temp at first. It then heated more rapidly to reach 450 degrees (total time in the oven was about 1 hour and 20 minutes) before we put it on the grill to get up to 500 degrees. The videos we watched online suggested this method. Our food tasted great, though use caution - our unshelled shrimp were extremely salty. Next time we will use shrimp with shells to see if it helps. The steak was great! We will update this post in the future if we encounter any problems.
885457
Richer broth than the competition. Recommend that you reduce the salt added in your recipes since it contains salt already.
1615162
Needs to be seasoned especially on the bottom.
2657549
If you cook on Saltblocks you need this . Makes better use of your time . Very accurate. Yes I have three. Home , houseboat & give as Xmas to son who loves to cook.
864085
I LOVE this salt block!  Didn't even know such a thing existed.  Not only is it an attractive item for baking, grilling and displaying appetizers, the salt seasoning that is absorbed into the food is incredible.  I researched methods for using it before experimenting with it, as well as how to clean it.  Know that you have got to slowly heat it up on the grill before applying more heat for grilling purposes.  And as an appetizer tray, it's the perfect compliment to whatever you are making.  The block arrived well packaged, and it would be a great gift for anyone that loves entertaining guests with a creative aspect of food preparation.  Don't be afraid to experiment.  I would suggest to curb the seasonings you may regularly use so you can first experience the natural salt flavor that comes off of the block.
811089
works good but when heating oil you should also keep basket in. if you don't, tempature goes way down when putting in later
4636466
Damp but delicious.  Some people bake it to remove the moisture, but I never bothered.  Who would have thought that a salt could make such a big difference in the enjoyment of everyday cooking.
707879
That was the ticket! Grilling Halibut right now! I learned that the oil in the propane will gum up the regulator. I am not sure if this effect is due to using a 20 lb tank or not. Anyway, I have added a filter to the line. We shall see if it helps the situation. Happy Grilling!
3537961
I have been buying the salt for years. It has changed how I cook.
985280
This salt is a must for anybody who grills or braises food--flaked salt melts into the surface and enhances all flavors.
284984
Don't clear off anything hot if you don't want this thing to melt.
4824334
I put salt in it. I adjusted the coarseness of the grind. I twisted it. Ground up sea salt came out. It looks good and has a nice solid feel to it. A+
3477544
I love Tramonina,  own a lot of their other products.  The raised grill in the pan is just to shallow for my liking.  Some other pans are raised quite a bit higher and leaves room for the fats to be apart from the meat.  Also these types of pans recommend not using on high temps.  Med is not enough to get sear marks really.
4870856
The salt is good.  The grater is pretty lightweight though.  I ditched it and use a heavy duty zester now
955447
1.  OMG, please don't paint the grill. Clean it and re-season it.
2.  Don't soak it in soapy water.  Rinsing in water is okay, but if you need to scrub
  it, rub it with salt. It'll work similar to sandpaper, but won't be as hard on the
  seasoned finish.  This should work even if it's rusty.
3.  It's okay to spray it with a spray oil, or wipe it with peanut or canola oil, but,
  if you really feel you need to re-season it, do that in your oven, not over
  charcoal.
4797791
can't seem to find any salt that is not too wet to use in this. plus concerned about the batteries being on top, salt will corrode oh well can't get them all right. The only problem with ordering from Amazon. If you don't like something alot of times the price to ship it back costs more than the item.
196213
I have not smoked any meat in this just yet.  I am waiting another week for the weather to warm up.  That said I would like to point out an error in the "setup guide" for this machine.

Once you have this machine all setup and ready to go you need to season the inside.  The user guide fails to tell you to rub down the entire inside with cooking oil before you turn it on and season it.  Most home cooks know what seasoning entails but I wanted to put this out there for those who do not.

I will circle back again in a week or so when I put this thing through its paces.