Stainless Steel Grill Grids
$50 | surlatable.com
Every barbecuer knows the pain of losing a bit of vegetable or meat that slips through the grate into charred, smoky oblivion. There are a few solutions, like kebab skewers or just being extra careful with particular foods, but those are time consuming and don’t reliably result in success. With these stainless steel grill grids, you’ll be able to roast any collection of smaller grilled bites, and also flaky fish, without fear.
Grizzly Series Ultimate Pitmaster Bundle
$518 | thecookingguild.com
Whether you’re fileting a delicate piece of fish or divvying up a full rack of ribs, this five-piece knife set gets the job done with ease and style. Produced in collaboration with chef Kevin Bludso (whom you may recognize from Netflix’s Barbecue Showdown), these knives are full tang, meaning the metal of the blade extends in one piece through the entire handle, offering lifelong durability.
Kaginushi Charcoal Konro Grill
$260 | mtckitchen.com
One of the great things about barbecue is experiencing the myriad ways different cultures use the technique. The Japanese perfected the Konro grill, which is typically a rectangular grill box made from heat-retaining diatomaceous earth. To optimize authenticity (as well as heat), add binchotan charcoal to the mix. In combination with a Konro grill, this special fuel burns hot and slow while not emitting much smoke, allowing for optimal charring without imparting an overly smoky flavor. Konros are ideal for yakitori skewers, though they work well for anything in need of a quick, even sear.
Smoking Wood Chunks Variety
$49 to $159 | cuttingedgefirewood.com
Smoking is one of the most pleasurable methods of barbecuing, combining careful preparation, patience and the lovely aromatics of slow-burning wood. While there are countless methods and wood options, this variety pack offers four wood species—pecan, cherry, hickory and oak—serving as an ideal starting point for an exploration into the world of smoking.
Monogrammed Forged Steak Brand
$59.95 to $69.95 | williams-sonoma.com
Many of the best gifts aren’t necessarily pragmatic. Does one really need to brand their initials on a hunk of steak to authenticate the production? Perhaps not. But any grill master would certainly appreciate the opportunity to do so, especially on that perfect cut of meat served to a loved one.
