Whether you’re looking to splurge on a loved one or need a small but thoughtful gift for a friend or family member who loves barbecue, this guide is a great place to start your search. With 10 sought-after ideas to choose from, you’ll instantly check off all the picnic masters and backyard grillers on your list.
1. Pizza Making Tools
Not every barbecue lover wants to make pizza at home, so it’s important to know your gift recipient, but for lovers of homemade pizza, the right tools make it easier to make a perfectly crispy, chewy pizza crust. Give them a pizza stone to use on a regular grill, or (lavishly) put them in an outdoor pizza oven. Either way, add some key accessories, such as a pizza peel and pizza wheel, so it’s ready for cooking.
2. Outdoor Cutlery
Moving large plates of food from the kitchen or barbecue to the table is easier if those plates are made with lightweight, outdoor-friendly materials. You can choose plates and bowls that are large enough to hold food, as well as trays with handles and cutlery boxes specifically for condiments and cutlery.
3. Backyard Party Games
Complimentary dartboards and giant versions of classic games such as darts, lawn games or stacked games to enrich the backyard barbecue experience. When choosing a game, keep in mind the size of the yard. If you’re not sure, compact games that can be easily stored are the best.
4. Barbecue Tools
Long-handled tongs, barbecue forks, spatulas, and meat thermometers are must-haves, and a full set of tools makes a great gift for someone who is new to grilling. For both novice and seasoned grillers, silicone grease brushes, kebabs, and vegetable grill baskets are all nice additions.
5. Barbecue Gloves
Any backyard barbecuer can use a set of dedicated outdoor oven gloves, but may not be able to buy them themselves. Regular kitchen oven gloves are suitable for most people, but high-temperature grill gloves will be better. Add a few new dish towels or a durable apron and a can of steak liniment and it makes a gift-worthy gift.
6. Portable Outdoor Speakers
Use a portable Bluetooth speaker to help your backyard chef enjoy music while grilling. The glowing model (as shown here) isn’t required, but it does add a fun touch.
7. Barbecue Lights
If you’ve ever tried to grill after the sun goes down, you know how important it is to have proper lighting to get the job done. Grill lights mounted directly on the grill may be small, but they make a very useful gift.
8. Warm Wool Blankets
When the night gets cold but no one is ready to go inside, it can be helpful to have a few thick blankets on hand. Plaid wool blankets are a classic for comfort, and they’re sure to be used for years to come.
9. S’mores Kit
For barbecuers with fire pits, consider offering a s’mores kit that includes a retractable marshmallow roast fork, premium chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallows.
10. New Grill or Smoker
If you’re looking to splurge on it, a new grill or smoker is the ultimate gift for barbecue lovers. Before you shop, make sure you know what type of item they want – it’s a big purchase, and it might be worth breaking the surprise to make sure they’re getting exactly what they want. Is everything ready in the barbecue or smoking area? Consider using a heavy-duty cooler that will keep drinks (or meat) cold for hours.