Holidays
As the holidays approach, some people may be hard to shop for. Not your favorite barbecue buff. Grillers are the easiest people to shop for as they are equally delighted by tools, fuels, grilling accessories, classes, and the latest barbecue cookbooks. Heck—you could even put coals (as in charcoal) in their stockings and still give them holiday delight.
Welcome, then, to our to our ultimate Holiday Grilling Gift Guide! Our goal is to make shopping for the barbecuer in your life as satisfying as a backyard cookout. From flavorful rubs and cutting-edge grill tools to must-have accessories like wireless thermometers and Yeti coolers—and yes, even a pizza oven—our curated picks are perfect for every budget.
And here’s something extra special: you can now pre-order Seven’s highly anticipated new book, Project Griddle—a perfect companion for any grilling aficionado, complete with an personally dedicated bookplate autographed by by Steven to present by way of a gift certificate.
Let’s be honest, these gems are perfect for your personal wish list too. So, fire up your holiday spirit and dive into our sizzling list of best gifts for barbecue lovers. Happy gifting (and grilling)!
Best gifts for barbecue lovers
ChefsTemp ProTemp Plus – The Next Generation Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer
The ProTemp Plus makes the perfect addition to any holiday gift guide, especially for culinary enthusiasts, home chefs, and pitmasters. As the world’s first truly wireless meat thermometer with unlimited range, it offers unparalleled convenience and precision during holiday cooking. With Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, it allows temperature monitoring from anywhere, ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection. Its heat-resistant Zirconia metal probes, high-accuracy sensors, and dual-display mode make it both a sophisticated and practical gift. Plus, the built-in rechargeable battery offers 80-100 hours of Wi-Fi use, making it a reliable tool for all-weather cooking adventures.
Use discount code “Bible25” to get 25% off any order
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Give the gift of flavor – and save – from FlavrQ!
Tired of sacrificing flavor for convenience… then teach your old grill new tricks! FlavrQ grill accessories deliver natural charcoal grilled flavor with no fuss or mess. Grilling enthusiasts can now enjoy the best of both worlds! The FlavrQ Grilling System makes it possible to transform your ordinary gas grill into a bona fide flavor-boosting, food-searing machine. The FlavrQ Grid installs in seconds with no tools or special skills required. Add our Charcoal Chips™, and you’re ready to experience FlavrQ magic. Purchase your FlavrQ Starter Kit this holiday for 10% off with discount code GIFTGUIDE10OFF
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Project Griddle – Available for pre-order (receive your copy on 4/29/25)
Although it’s not officially on sale yet, you can pre-order a copy of Steven’s newest cookbook, Project Griddle, now and it will show up in your recipient’s mailbox on or shortly after April 29th just in time for the summer season.
Project Griddle is an essential guide for everyone who owns a griddle (aka planchas and flat-tops) and features the trademark Raichlen approach that embraces history, geography, and anthropology, with plenty of practical cooking techniques and nearly 80 hunger-inducing recipes. It traces the history and geography of griddling, from the teppan of Japan to the plancha of Spain to champa grilling in South America.
A gear chapter showcases the various types of stand-up and portable flattops and planchas, plus the requisite accessories, how to season and maintain a griddle, how to oil and cook on it, with chefs’ shortcuts, and some pitfalls to watch out for. And then there are the recipes—each one as outrageously delicious and foolproof as the last, for classics like the crispiest smash burgers and tapas bar shrimp to an entire suite of heretofore un-grillable foods—egg-and-bacon breakfast feasts, potato latkes, crepes, French toast, and smoky fried rice. It’s Project Smoke for griddles—and don’t think of buying one without its guidance.
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Oscarware
The Ultimate Gift for Grilling Enthusiasts!
Oscarware’s Grill Toppers are the ultimate gift for grill enthusiasts and outdoor cooks! Our versatile, easy-to-use toppers enhance any grilling experience, whether it’s grilling vegetables, delicate seafood, or crispy bacon without the mess. Proudly made in the USA and a WBENC certified women-owned business, Oscarware ensures top-notch quality with every product. The porcelain coated steel toppers are scratch resistant and dishwasher safe, while the disposable toppers offer convenience for on-the-go grilling. Surprise your loved ones with a gift that’s practical, innovative, and perfect for holiday feasts and backyard BBQs alike!
Happy Seasons Grilling from our family to yours!
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A Little Bit of Spice is Always Nice: For Your Favorite Foodie from Sauce Goddess!
The Saucy 6 Pack – With the Saucy 6 Pack, you pick your favorite Sauce Goddess sauces and we fill a 6 pack shipper box. Delicious grilling and dipping sauces for every taste. Our best deal yet with award-winnings sauces.
Our Spice 6 Pack Sampler Set – This spice 6 pack sampler is one full-size shaker of each of our obscenely delicious seasonings.
Sauce Gioddess Cook’s Sampler – The delicious Cook’s sampler will give the “chef” in your life the perfect pantry to get started with Sauce Goddess. Four of our super versatile and delicious grilling and cooking sauces AND 4 tins of spice blends. Packed in a cute red Obscenely Delicious Gift box and shipped.
The Spicy Food Lover Gift Set – Spicy Food Lover Gift Pack: All kinds of spicy goodness in one set! Enjoy our hottest, spiciest and award-winning products! Fiery Jamaican Jerk, Spicy BBQ Sweet Heat, Southwest Latin Heat, Sweet & Spicy Cayenne BBQ sauce, Sweet Red Devil, Habanero sauce. Packed in our red Obscenely Delicious gift box.
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Barbecue University 2025
Our ultimate holiday gift: a 3-day immersion in live fire cooking with 5-time James Beard Award winner and popular PBS TV host Steven Raichlen at his acclaimed Barbecue University at the Alisal Ranch in Solvang, California. Learn how to grill, smoke, and spit-roast Steven’s award-winning specialties on our more than 30 grills, smokers, and wood burning ovens. In your free time, enjoy horseback riding, hiking, golf, tennis, or just relaxing on the Alisal’s 10,000 acres. Now in its 20th year, Barbecue University is the gift that keeps on giving. September 3-6, 2025. Space is limited, so sign up today.
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HORL2 Cruise
From the inventors of rolling knife sharpeners, straight to your home.
Experience the magic of freshly sharpened knives that anyone can easily achieve with the HORL2 Cruise Rolling Knife Sharpener.
Sharpen like a pro in minutes with the HORL2 Cruise. Its precise 20° grinding angle delivers a razor-sharp, long-lasting edge on your knives. Perfect for robust cutting tasks in the kitchen and more.
With ultra-strong magnets for a secure hold, and smooth rolling for a seamless experience, this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime product for your kitchen.
The HORL2 Cruise, made in Germany – now $89.
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The Karu 2 Pro Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven: A Gift that the Entire Family Will Enjoy
Easy to set-up, start-up and bake, the Karu 2 Pro makes the perfect gift for your family’s barbecuer-in-chief – but using it also makes it a perfect activity for family and friends who enjoy making and eating the most perfect, delicious pizzas and more – all year-round!
The new Karu 2 Pro from OONI is unique in that, with its large-sized oven, 16-inch pizzas, loaves of bread, roasted poultry and even desert (holiday cookies!) can fill out your festive menu. Its versatility is evident as memorable, flame-cooked meals can be fired with wood, charcoal, or gas right in your backyard.
And, with the Ooni Connect™ Digital Temperature Hub’s front-mounted display, you can cook with precision and get detailed, real-time cooking data sent straight to your phone via Ooni Connect™ and the Ooni app.
The Karu 2 Pro only takes moments to set-up and fire-up – and OONI makes it super-simple to maximize all of the benefits of this oven with informative videos, recipes and tips found only on ooni.com – where you’ll also find great, Black Friday deals on OONI’s full range of ovens, including the gas-fired Koda, and the electric-powered, indoor/outdoor Volt 12.
Visit OONI.com to see the entire range of Pizza ovens – and make your holiday delicious!
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Give the Gift that Every Griller Wants – from YETI!
GoBox GearCase: The YETI GoBox is your ultimate barbecue companion—rugged, waterproof, and dustproof. It keeps grilling tools, spices, and gear organized, protected, and ready for flavorful adventures anywhere.
Camino 35 Tote Bag: The YETI Camino 35 Tote is built for barbecue duty, with a tough, waterproof design that stands up to spills and splashes. Perfect for hauling grilling gear and picnic essentials.
V Series Stainless Steel Cooler: The YETI V-Series Hard Cooler combines retro stainless steel style with advanced insulation. Keep meats, marinades, and drinks perfectly chilled, ensuring your barbecue stays cool from prep to plate.
YETI Tank 85: The YETI Tank 85 is built to elevate your barbecue gatherings. With superior insulation and rugged durability, it keeps beverages icy cold, making every cookout effortlessly cool and memorable.
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Planet Barbecue Spice Rubs
If you’ve read Steven’s books, you understand the importance of layering flavors, and it all starts with the spice rub. This handsome gift pack features six of Steven’s favorites. Santa Fe Coffee Rub is heaven sent for brisket, while Steven’s Mediterranean Herb Rub take poultry and seafood to next level goodness. Fennel Pepper Rub. Malabar Steak Rub. Carolina Pit Powder. And Kansas City Smoke Rub. Barbecue just got better—and easier.
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Barbecue Essentials Wood Chunks
No coal in your stocking this year. But smoking wood chunks and chips are a definite must for your favorite griller. Try Steven’s cherrywood chunks with chicken; applewood with ribs, and mesquite for adding extra flavor to steaks.
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The Gift Your Favorite Pitmaster Can’t Do Without!
Legendary Hall of Fame Pitmaster, Ed Mitchell, is bringing you the authentic, regional flavors of his home through his Carolina-Style BBQ Sauce and Rubs multi-packs. Ed’s company, True Made Foods, uses classic BBQ recipes from Ed’s family and only uses all natural, real ingredients and no added sugars. These are true BBQ flavors, from true ingredients and from a true legendary Pitmaster.”
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