Holiday Gift Guide: Grilling Gift Ideas
Finding the perfect gift for the one who loves grilling and bbq can be a challenge, but at The BBQ Depot we want to make your holiday shopping even easier. Whether you're shopping for someone who's new to grilling or a grill master, picking the right gift can take their cooking experience to the next level. In this guide, we've chosen the best grilling gifts–from grills to accessories–to secure the perfect gift for that special someone.
Let’s take a look at various categories to help you narrow down your decision.
Grills
If you have a loved one who's had their eyes set on a new grill this holiday season, we’ve got you covered. But with a wide variety of grills on the market, a range of prices and various features, it can be difficult to decide which one to choose. We want to help your grill selection process be the least of your worries during the stress of the holidays. We’ve narrowed down our top picks of outdoor grills for different categories to make your search that much easier, but if you have any other questions or want to know more, our team of experts are ready to help at 1-877-983-0451.
Best overall price point: Artisan (AAEP Model)
When it comes to purchasing a grill, you're purchasing an investment. Most luxury grill brands understand that sometimes paying a premium price for a top of the line grill just isn't in your budget, which is why they created affordable luxury lines. These affordable luxury lines offer grills that maintain the same quality as premium grills, at a lower price point. Luxury grill brand Alfresco created their affordable luxury line Artisan and they have revolutionized the grill market by bridging affordability with American made quality and luxury. The Artisan American Eagle Grill AAEP is made in the US and comes in 3 sizes, 26”, 32” and 36.” It is constructed of 304 series stainless steel and features two 20,000 BTU stainless steel U-burners, stainless steel warming rack and stainless steel cooking grates. This Artisan gas grill also offers a reliable ceramic heat delivery system, a 9v electronic ignition with heat-resistant encased wiring, a standard thermometer which is included and a 15 year limited warranty.
While it doesn't have all of the bells and whistles that you can expect with Alfresco grills, you have the ability to make additional upgrades to fit your needs like a built in rotisserie and rotisserie burner, interior halogen lights and exterior LED lighting on the control knobs when you upgrade to the Professional Model.
For a bare bones grill that is known for the same high quality construction, craftsmanship and engineering as Alfresco, it's well worth it and at a more affordable price.
Best color options: Alfresco & Lynx
Gone are the days of settling for standard stainless steel finishes. Gas grill brands like Alfresco and Lynx have made the effort to stand out from the crowd with the ability to pick a grill in a variety of colors, allowing your personality to shine through. These grills not only enhance the visual appeal but also embody the latest design trends. For the person in your life who loves to grill, but also loves a statement piece, this is the perfect gift to reflect their personality and add a pop of color to your backyard, making your grill the centerpiece of your outdoor kitchen. Let your creativity flow and transform your cooking area into a space that truly reflects your bold and unique personality.
Alfresco grills offer colors like white (matte and gloss), black (matte and gloss), orange, gray, lilac, blue, green, red and yellow. Lynx grills offer colors like white, black, gray, red, blue, green, yellow and turquoise.
Best charcoal grill: Kamado Joe
If someone you love has a charcoal grill on their wishlist, then consider the Kamado Joe charcoal grill. What makes the Kamado Joe grill stand out compared to traditional charcoal grills is the versatility, superior heat retention, durability and fuel efficiency. The Kamado Joe offers smokey flavor with versatility to smoke, bake, roast and grill and allows you to reach higher temperatures compared to traditional charcoal grills. Unlike traditional charcoal grills that have limited heat retention, the Kamado Joe offers superior heat retention ensuring your meats are cooked perfectly every time. With this grill, you have the ability to cook for longer on less fuel, maximizing fuel efficiency and saving you money when it comes to buying charcoal.
Best Freestanding grill: Napoleon Phantom
The Napoleon Phantom series grills are more than just a look, but a lifestyle. For the person in your life who loves to grill, but loves a bit of style, then look no further. This series grill is designed in a matte black finish making this a badass grill from the way it cooks to the way it looks. There are 3 different models to choose from, the Travel Q (portable grill), the Rogue (3 burners), and the Prestige (4 burners). For the cart models, the Rogue and Prestige, they have some similarities and differences. First, from a design perspective, both grills come in a matte black finish, LED control knobs, and analog thermometer on the hood. Additionally, when it comes to what's inside the grill, both grills come with a limited edition warming rack, flavorizer bars, a rear rotisserie burner and an infrared side burner separate from the grill itself.
What sets these grills apart comes down to size and various upgraded features. The cart itself comes with a single door on the Rogue and double doors on the Prestige (solely due to the larger size of the Prestige). The Rogue has 3 burners (with a 15 yr. warranty) that emit 70, 500 total BTUs and 710 sq. in. cooking area (including warming rack). The Prestige has 6 burners–4 main burners– (with a lifetime warranty) that emit 80,000 total BTUs and 900 sq. in. cooking area (including warming rack). On the Rogue model, the LED control knobs are white, while on the Prestige model, the lights are blue but will also turn red when the burners are on.
Both grills have the rear rotisserie burner, however, the rotisserie kit comes standard on the Prestige model and is an optional upgraded feature on the Rogue model. You can expect solid stainless steel cooking grates on the Rogue model, but the Prestige model has been upgraded to cast stainless grates in a unique wave shape which helps prevent food from falling through, provides even heating and produces exceptional sear marks. The infrared side burner on the Prestige will come with an adjustable cast stainless grate while the Rogue comes with a stainless steel grate. The last difference between these two grills is the construction of the hood. The Prestige grill is designed with a double hood, which helps retain heat and prevent wind getting through to the grill itself.
When it comes to choosing a grill, your decision ultimately comes down to the needs of who you are shopping for and what your budget is. If you're in need of additional information or have questions, contact our experts who can help you further narrow down your selection.
Grilling Accessories
For someone who has a grill, the right accessories can make a big difference. Additional accessories can help offer a variety of options, taking backyard BBQ to the next level. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular accessories every griller needs!
Baskets and toppers
If your family member or friend is always getting frustrated when food falls through the cooking grates on their grill, then a basket or topper is the perfect gift. From fish, to potatoes and even rotisserie chicken, the opportunities are endless when using a basket or topper on your grill. With the Grill Mat by Grill Light you can easily transform your grill into a griddle. Being one of the hottest grilling accessories, the Grillmat is a high heat-safe mat that lies on the top of your cooking grids to stop food from falling through, sticking, or touching the grill. It also prevents flare ups! It's great for grilling all kinds of food including fish, veggies, even breakfast foods like eggs and pancakes. The Grill Mat is 30% thicker than most, 100% non-stick and easy to clean. Simply place on your cooking grates and you will get that grilled flavor AND grill marks!
Smoker boxes
For the one who loves a smokey touch added to their meals, a smoker box can make their holiday wishes come true. A box that holds wood chips placed right in your grill will give whatever you're cooking on the grill that delicious smoky flavor! This stainless steel smoker box is affordable and does just the trick.
Griddles
A griddle is a great way to invite more versatility when cooking on your gas grill. It slides right into your grill (replacing one of your grates) and transforms your grill into a one stop shop for cooking all your favorites like breakfast, stir fry and so much more! The Finex lean grill skillet pan is one of our favorites because it can easily be used on your stovetop or on your grill. Because it is made from cast iron it retains heat extremely well, giving your favorite meats the perfect sear!
Tools and tool sets
Every griller needs the essentials and there's nothing like a fresh tool set to get you excited to get back on the grill. This Fire Magic tool set is the perfect gift to set someone up who's new to grilling. This tool set comes in a nylon case with 4 stainless steel and silicone tools–a spatula, tongs, fork and grill brush.
Thermometers
BBQ Thermometers are the ultimate grilling tool and necessary to achieve grilling perfection. If the grill master in your life needs an upgrade, the Weber Infrared thermometer allows you to quickly and accurately find out when your griddle surface is ready to cook. With a push of a button the Infrared Thermometer displays the griddle’s surface temperature, so you know when to throw on food or adjust the heat while things are cooking. It can provide a temperature reading from a distance, so you can monitor the griddle surface during food prep or while talking to guests. Hurry up because this one is going fast!
Shop from our variety of accessories like griddles, tools and thermometers, perfect for that special someone who wants to take their grilling to the next level!
Cooking Unit
Great outdoor cooking calls for more than just grills.The perfect cooking unit can add so much versatility to the grilling enthusiasts cooking experience. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular cooking units to consider.
Pizza Oven
Turn your backyard into your very own pizzeria with a pizza oven that’s great for family and friends to participate in creating delectable pies together. With the Alfa Moderno Portable Pizza Oven you can take the pizza party beyond the backyard. This portable pizza oven is just 35 kg (77.2 lbs) and can be easily transported wherever you go. Assembly couldn't be easier–insert the flue and chimney cowl—and you're ready to bake. In just 20 minutes, this pizza oven reaches up to 1000 degrees, so you can cook authentic neapolitan pizza in just 90 seconds!
Flat top Griddle
A flat top griddle is the perfect gift for someone who wants cooking versatility in their life and loves to create an experience when they host larger groups of people. With the Halo Elite 3B outdoor flat top griddle offers a dual zone burner system–3 burners with 6 zones– which allows you to ignite just one zone, or both, while providing exceptional temperature control. You can cook virtually anything at the same time!
For a smaller option, consider the Le griddle 30” stainless steel griddle that can either be table top or built in and comes with a vinyl cover. The cooking surface is stainless with Cast-Iron molded to it. Cast-iron is one of the best cooking materials because of how well it transfers heat. Normal stainless griddles have hotspots mainly where the burners are located under the stainless where the Le Griddle has an international patent on the cast-iron stainless design which spreads the heat evenly through the entire cooking surface.
One last griddle option is the Cook-N-Dine 23.5" Round Stainless Built In Hibachi. Bring hibachi to your backyard! The heating element is completely enclosed and insulated and heat is only transmitted into the cooking center surface above not to the surrounding areas. This round stainless steel griddle can be built into kitchen countertops (e.g. granite steel) wood, tile, carts, barbecue/grill islands, outdoor kitchens, dining tables, kitchen islands…The sky is the limit.
Other Gift Ideas
While most of these gifts are for the grill master in your life, we can't forget about gifts for the one who loves to host or entertain.
For the wine enthusiast: Dometic Drawbar Indoor Refrigerated Wine Cooler Drawer
Elevate your kitchen with the Domestic drawbar indoor refrigerated wine cooler drawer that holds up to 5 bottles and ensures they are always ready to serve at the ideal temperature.
For the host: Firetainment Santiago 42" Round Fire Pit
Now that we’ve entered the winter season, having a backyard BBQ in the cold doesn't sound ideal. But if you have a fire pit or outdoor heating, you won't have to worry about it being too cold. Nothing is cozier than getting together by the fire, making this Firetainment santiago 42” round fire pit, the perfect gift for the person in your life who loves to host.
For the sous chef: Napoleon PRO Cutting Board with Stainless Steel Bowls
What a clever grilling accessory for the person who's always assisting the grill master. Napoleon PRO series cutting board with stainless steel bowls has an anti-bacterial surface made from bamboo wood and is perfect for prepping foods for your grill. The two stainless steel bowls hide away inside the cutting board design and help make prep clean and organized!
We hope that after reading this guide that you were able to find exactly what you were looking for for your loved one this holiday season! In addition to the products listed in this guide, we have a wide variety of products to choose from online, making it easy to get your products shipped to you just in time for the holidays. Head to thebbqdepot.com today if you're looking for more to get the grill lover in your life or call today to speak with one of our experts.
