‘Cue up Father’s Day with grills and grilling gadgets
One thing most dads will say is a sure-fire hit is any grilling tool – or if you’re feeling generous, a new grill. Fire up this Father’s Day with grilling gifts he’ll love. Whether it’s a new grill, accessories, or some quality cuts of meats, we’re sure Dad will love these ideas.
Grill selection
It’s not an easy choice: You have your gas grill vs. the charcoal grill. Without a doubt, most grilling experts prefer the latter. But guess what? A gas grill is a lot easier to use throughout all the seasons. Lighting charcoal in rain and snow is a nearly impossible task.
You’ll want to consider size when grill shopping. If he’s a fan of something like beer-can chicken, look for a grill tall enough to fit the chicken. If he loves to slow-cooked brisket, consider a larger grill that will also serve as a smoker.
Grills to love
You can’t go wrong with Weber, the best-selling grills out there. The Weather Performer Deluxe 22 is a charcoal grill with a gas ignition system that will light those coals at the touch of a button. Plus, we like the look of the copper top. Weather Performer Deluxe 22 Charcoal Grill, $399, acehardware.com
If he likes the convenience of gas, try the highly rated Weber Spirit E-310. It has three burners, a ton of cooking space and even a warming rack. Weber Spirit E-310 Black Porcelain Grill, $499, walmart.com
Grill accessories
For the dads who already have the grills of their dream, Sur La Table has an incredible selection if gizmos and gadgets.
We love the mesh grilling baskets with removable handles ($69.95 for a set of three), which work perfectly for veggies and even delicate foods like fish.
Grilling planks are as low as $8.99, and a set of two grilling kebab racks are on sale for only $8.99, all at surlatable.com, so there’s no need to break the bank.
The main event
And a gift any red-blooded American father would love? Check out the Father’s Day specials at Omaha Steaks. Right now, there’s a special for $69.99 that includes 4 6-ounce top sirloins, mashed potatoes, seasonings and chocolate molten lava cakes. There’s a treat for the whole family.
Finish off his Father’s Day with the best gift of all. Do all the cleanup after the cookout. Use paper plates, and that’s a snap with grills that pretty much clean themselves.