35 Chef-Approved Grilling Gifts For Your Favorite Grill Master

My uncle is our family’s resident gadget-obsessed grill master, and he always prepares meat with the Meater. The Bluetooth-enabled probe connects to an app that can walk you through the cooking process and recommend how long your meat needs to cook and rest.

Warner is also a fan of this meat thermometer, mentioning that it makes an especially great gift for experienced enthusiasts. "Smart meat probes allow the cook to accurately monitor the cooking process without piercing the flesh of the protein," he says. "The multiple probes pack gives the griller the ability to cook to multiple temperatures."

Recommended to us by Erica Blaire Roby, an award-winning pitmaster and owner of Blue Smoke Blaire's BBQ, this high-quality knife guarantees precise cuts. Reviewers also shared how much they appreciate the comfortable ergonomic handle and length of the grilling accessory.

For the grilling guy who has everything, this gift set has slightly surprising, much-needed items. There are mesh grill bags, grill wraps, and salt skewers. Together, they're designed to improve the quality and flavor of every meal.

You don't need to invest in a pizza oven for epic nights in. Instead, opt for this under-$50 gift idea. Plop it right on the grill and pizza will be served in no time.

For an eco-friendly alternative to plastic cutting boards, San Francisco cooking instructor and creator of FOOD LA LA Lindsay Kinder recommends these wooden ones. Along with this smaller version that's great for preparing veggies for the grill, the company also has larger styles specifically designed to hold meat.

"Get one big one, or a few smaller ones of the same size," Kinder suggests. "And remember, always put a wet paper towel under your cutting board to keep it from slipping while you chop!"

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"Salt blocks are a lot of fun to use on the grill," says Chef Greg Mueller, recteq's director of culinary innovation. For me I will 'cure' a piece of salmon on the block in the fridge overnight, [and] it creates a different flavor and texture to the fish. You can also make a butterscotch sauce on the block for a tasty dessert topping."

With this handy Himalayan pink salt stone, you can grill, cook, cut, and serve up tons of tasty dishes. Reviewers note the stainless steel tray not only adds a sleek touch but also makes the stone easier to transport.

It's no surprise that grilling can get a bit messy. But with this stainless steel caddy organizer, you can create an area for your friend to stow paper towels, utensils, sauces, and more. Because it's so portable, you can take it out for a week-long camping trip or a quick walk to your outdoor grill.

A stocking stuffer designed for your grilling BFF, this cast iron burger press is the number one best-seller on Amazon for a reason. It's a tool that allows you to level up your burger game by smashing each patty down into a uniform shape on the grill.

If your friend is into anything monogrammed and grilling-adjacent, there's no better gift than this branding iron. Sloan Brands has been hand-making these since 1964. You can request up to three initials, then prepare to wow your pal.

Whether your friend is the designated cook on camping trips or needs more lighting in the backyard, a headlamp can be a grilling game-changer. “Give the gift of being able to cook any time, any place with this Milwaukee Headlamp,” says Chef Orchid Paulmeier, owner of One Hot Mama’s on Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, South Carolina. “After all, there is nothing worse than not being able to see your beautiful grill marks!”

Don't forget about all the fish grilling opportunities out there, too. To use this basket, place a fish (up to 16 inches long) in it, lock the lid, and use the soft grip handle to bring it onto the grill. "Whole grilled fish is awesome," Henderson says. "You can stuff it with fresh herbs and lemon. The skin gets nice and crispy and the flesh is juicy and tender." When you're not cooking up fish, Henderson recommends using the basket to cook vegetables as well.

Tailgates and camping trips can get even more tasty with this mini charcoal grill from Cuisinart. It offers 200 square inches of grilling space and weighs just under six pounds, making it as portable as it is useful.

Everyone loves a customized gift, and you can achieve that with this grilling set. The box—available in silver, gold, or bamboo wood with customized laser engraving—comes with the basics: a spatula, fork, and tongs. The case measures 19.5 by 6.5 by 3 inches.

"For the novice, I would recommend gifting a box of mixed cuts of superior and sustainable beef to experiment with textures, flavors, cutting, and carving," says Chef DuVal Warner of Ranch 45 in San Diego, California. This sampler box comes with a range of Brandt's all-natural, hormone- and antibiotic-free meats, including three different steaks, ground beef, bacon, hot dogs, and beef jerky.

The best kitchen gadgets don't always have a black or stainless steel finish. These brightly-colored silicone basting brushes work well and simply make grilling more fun. Outside of BBQing, you can also use these for delicious desserts like pastries.

For even cooking with little to no mess, my family prefers using these perforated roasting pans. All you need to do is throw one on the grill to give foods a little extra smokiness. And, they make cleaning your grill a breeze afterward.

Made with stainless steel, these dishwasher-safe skewers are an upgraded alternative to their wooden counterparts. "I hate using wooden skewers!" says Chef Robyn Henderson of Robyn's Kitchen. "You throw them in the garbage and they tear holes in your garbage bags, plus you have to soak them before which takes time. Metal skewers are awesome, not only because they can be reused but they conduct heat well and can help heat the food from the inside."

Reviewers also note these specific skewers are a great length for smaller kabobs and yakitori, hold food well without slippage, and are easy to maneuver and clean.

Let's be real: No one wants to think about the cleaning aspect of the grilling experience. But with this best-selling brush, it'll be nothing more than an afterthought. It's also heat-resistant and made with a dishwasher-safe pad.

Add a pro pitmaster-approved product to your pal's grilling tools set. The raved-about Thermapen will give you an accurate reading of the meat's temperature within seconds, and it has an impressively long battery life (1,500 hours total). Even more, it's available in six colors.