CASTA LADYQ 900 gas ribbed griddle with neutral cabinet LQ/FTG2BARC

A gas ribbed griddle heats a solid chrome plate from below, transferring energy directly to food placed on its ridged surface. The ridges create sear marks and allow fat to drain away, while the dense chrome plate holds and spreads the heat evenly across every centimetre. This method cooks items quickly without drying them, locking in flavour and giving consistent results across the entire width of the plate.

The operator lights the burners, sets the thermostat to the desired temperature between 100 °C and 240 °C, and waits for the plate to reach the set point. Food is loaded directly onto the hot ridges, turned as needed, and removed when done. Fat and juices run down the grooves into a front drainage channel, then collect in a removable drawer beneath the plate. A rear chimney extracts steam and smoke, keeping the workspace clear.

The entire unit is built from AISI 304 stainless steel with a Scotch Brite finish, chosen for its resistance to corrosion and ease of sanitising. The 15 mm thick chrome cooking plate is bright and hard, resisting warping and maintaining a smooth surface for years. Stainless steel splash guards on each side contain grease and prevent it from reaching the worktop or floor. Heat-resistant handles and control knobs remain cool to the touch during operation.

A 6.9 kW gas load requires a dedicated commercial supply line capable of delivering the necessary flow without pressure drop. The 400 mm depth, 900 mm width and 275 mm height fit a standard worktop cut-out, leaving room for the rear chimney and side splash guards. The neutral cabinet beneath the griddle provides enclosed storage for utensils or ingredients, keeping them within reach while maintaining a tidy kitchen layout.

Cleaning follows the construction: the chrome plate is scraped and wiped while still warm, the grease drawer is emptied and washed, and the stainless steel surfaces are sanitised with a non-abrasive cleaner. The Scotch Brite finish hides minor scratches and reduces the need for polishing. The manually reset safety thermostat prevents the plate from exceeding safe temperatures, reducing the risk of fire or damage to the unit.

The LADYQ 900 LQ/FTG2BARC is a single model with an integrated neutral cabinet, designed for placement against a wall or within a run of counter-top equipment.