If you’re here, you know someone who’s been itching to get back outside and start a fire. Sure, their indoor grilling setup may have been satisfactory for those two chilly seasons, but now they're ready to tailgate party once more, to ready the tents for the great outdoors, and most of all, ready to grill anything and everything in the open air.
So what gift does one give an avid griller, besides “staying out of the way” and never asking for the burger well done? Well, we’ve consulted the hardcore backyard cookout kings and queens in our lives and curated a collection of grilling accessories and accouterment fit for everyone from the most avid grillers to those who’ve maybe spent more time admiring their fancy, high-end barbecue than actually cooking on it.
From signature seasonings to top-of-the-line tools, there’s a grilling gift for every style and experience level.
This impressive, dual-purpose board from Viking is a must own for anyone who entertains at their home. That's because this reversible board is more than a mere cutting surface.
One side is a flat surface with grooves, ideal for cutting those juicier items, while the other features three one-cup pockets, perfect for either prepping multiple ingredients in one go or functioning as a serving tray for a charcuterie board.
It’s a spatula! It’s tongs! It’s everything they need it to be, all in one tool. It can tenderize, grip, or flip thanks to its multipurpose design. And there’s even a built-in bottle opener on the handle. After all, they’ve earned a drink after a hard day’s work.
While we all enjoy a good kabob from time to time, this handy basket means you don't need those little wooden skewers just to cook those little chunks that might otherwise fall through the grill grates. This 11-inch Cuisinart wok is perfect for vegetables, shrimp, or cubed meats, allowing them to get that smokey grill flavor right alongside your larger cuts.
Sure, in most parts of the world, a pizza pie is just a quick phone call away. But once you've sampled a properly prepared backyard cookout pizza, you'll never want to go back to the kind that comes in a cheap cardboard box. This three-piece set comes with a 13-inch pizza stone, a long-handled pizza peel, and a pizza cutter.
If you're not a devoted citizen of Flavortown, we ask that you momentarily stash your side-eye. Sure, Guy Fieri may not be everyone's cup of tea (or, in his case, Bud Light Seltzer), but this particular Brown Sugar Bourbon BBQ Sauce packs a sweet, tangy flavor that's undeniable.
Celebrity-branded sauces may not always pack a punch, but we can't deny that this particular condiment should be a staple in any barbecue fan's cabinet.
For the grill master who wants to take their burger game up a notch, Grillaholics has them covered. This stuffed burger press allows them to create their own customized burger patties packed with flavorful fillers of their choosing, from peppers to cheese or even bacon bits.
It even comes with an ebook of recipes to help them get ideas, though surely they'll be thinking of the possibilities before they even open the box.
Some of the wildest, most decadent, and most delicious tailgate parties you’ll ever attend are the parking lots at Jimmy Buffet concerts.
The musician's own embrace of Caribbean cuisine has yielded a chain of restaurants, resorts, and even a massive Margaritaville complex in the heart of Times Square (where this author would happily take up residence like William S. Burroughs at the Chelsea Hotel).
It's also yielded a vast line of at-home food products, from frozen shrimp and margarita mixes to marinades like this, which combines citrus juices with jerk spices to yield a surprisingly powerful flavor that works great on chicken, fish, or pork.
A great baste is a crucial component of a cookout. So why does your favorite griller still settle for a tiny tin cup and sub-par brush? Make sure they always have a properly prepped marinade on hand with this sauce pot and basting brush set from Pit Boss, which can hold up to 2 cups.
The Bearded Butcher brand has flown a bit under the radar compared to some bigger names who dominate the shelves of chain grocers. But it thrived as a seasoning secret, recommended by word of mouth or discovered through their YouTube channel, which has over a million subscribers and is embraced by all who've tried it.
A recent collaboration with former UFC fighter Brock Lesnar has earned the brand a new wave of devotees, and it's darn sure time your grill-loving giftee discovers it too.
For starters, we'd recommend this seasoning three-pack, which contains their Black, Butter, and Hollywood seasonings.
There are grilling gifts that are helpful, and then there are ones that are crucial. Undercooked meat can be a really rough time that can ruin a cookout (or worse). Get your grilling pal to stop eyeballing those burgers, and get them this easy to use an instant-read meat thermometer that's netted over 25,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.
For the charcoal fanatic or wood-fire enthusiast out there, getting the fire started is a crucial part of the grilling experience. That primordial urge to command the flame is a rush unparalleled. But, you know, repeatedly blowing on a blaze beneath briquettes maybe isn't the most dignified look.
That's where the BBQ Dragon comes in, offering a powerful, consistent bellow of air to the barbecue grill from any angle, thanks to its spring-loaded clamp base and adjustable neck.
If you can't stand the heat ... well, then you need better gloves. But in all seriousness, a reliable pair of grilling gloves are invaluable to a die-hard barbecue enthusiast, and these Geekhom gloves are some of the best you can get. With a sweat-absorbing, comfortable cotton lining and textured surface that prevents pans or tongs from slipping from the wearer's grip, these gloves make it possible to grill with ease.
Sure, you could get them a cheap apron as a grilling gift that says “Kiss the Cook” or “Go Fork Yourself,” — or you can get them an apron that says they mean business, and they take their grilling seriously.
This professional cross-back chef apron does away with those cumbersome ties in favor of a snap buckle behind the back and offers ample pockets for all their favorite tools.
Help them get everything they need to the grill, all in one trip. This stackable, portable grill station has designated containers for both raw and cooked foods (to avoid cross-contamination), plus a holster for tongs and a drink. Plus, the containers can be written on with dry-erase markers, so they can note the contents and date, if they wind up with leftovers.
Getting the cheese to just the right level of melted on a burger is one of the most crucial components of a cookout. If that slice is too stiff or too saggy, even the juiciest burger can be underwhelming. That's why a cheese-melting dome is ideal for avid grillers, allowing them to focus the heat without overcooking the meat.
The greatest grill in the world isn’t worth a heck of a lot if there’s nothing to cook on it. Make sure your personal grill master’s freezer is always full, and their grill always cooking, with this meat subscription service that offers customizable collections of cuts, from sausages to steaks.
Michael NataleCommerce EditorMichael Natale is the commerce editor for Best Products, covering a wide range of topics like gift guides, kitchen appliances, lifestyle products, and more.
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