8 BBQ gadgets for a perfect summer weekend

It's not quite summer until you have your first barbecue. From powerful grills to precision thermometers, this list has all that you need to fire up something tasty.

• Barbecue season is finally here. But, before you fire up the grill, read these top 10 BBQ tips to get the most flavor.
• There’s nothing better than a BBQ with friends. Now you can include man’s best friend with these pet-friendly barbecues featuring local rescue dogs.
• Equally important to the great food is great hosting. Make sure your friends have the best time at your backyard barbecue with these expert tips.

Summer is here which means it’s time to fire up the grill. Whether you’re heading to a campsite or organize a BBQ in your backyard, kick things off by having the right BBQ accessories at your side. A barbecue isn’t just about grilled food; it’s also about enjoying the great outdoors and spending time with friends. When it comes to selecting the ideal grilling gadgets for your next BBQ, we’ve compiled the best of the best from innovative grills to beer ice packs.

Beefer High-Performance Beef Grill

There’s nothing like having a perfectly cooked steak. This grill does it perfectly each and every time. The German-designed grill reaches 1500°F to create optimal heat for grilling steaks. Plus, the ceramic burner is mounted on top, providing top-down heat for more thorough and even cooking.

Price: $899

High-Performance Beef Grill

O-YAKI 9-Inch Skewer System

If you prefer the traditional process of grilling food in the oven, this skewer system is for you. No matter what’s on the menu, the Skewer System allows your food to cook evenly and thoroughly every time. You can choose to use them individually for the kebabs or use all the nine skewers for propping up an entire roast chicken.

Price: $39.99

9-Inch Skewer System

Fuego Professional F24C Premium Patio Grill

If there’s a grill we’d recommend for batch cooking, it has to be this. With 145 square inches of primary grilling area, this beast can cook 20 burgers at once. What makes the grill highly useful is that it allows you to cook different types of food items simultaneously – without over- or undercooking them.

Price: $499

DraftPak Keg Beer Cooler

Nothing gets the party started like ice cold beer. This sits right on top of your keg to produce cold beer on tap. It has an integrated coupler as well as space for a CO2 tank so you can pump with ease and retain freshness.

Price: $345

Keg Beer Cooler

Green House Beer Cocktail Server Machine

If you’re looking to add some sophistication to your beer, you need to see this. This serving machine not only serves beer but it also comes with a portable beer tap. All you need to do is add beer and one other main ingredient to create tasty and refreshing beer cocktails.

Price: $221

Beer Cocktail Server Machine

Survival Bluetooth Speaker by DreamWave

Turn your backyard get-together into a party by pumping the tunes. This 30W premium performance sound system connects to your device seamlessly via Bluetooth and has a 12,000mAh lithium polymer battery to last an incredible 16 hours.

Price: $279.99

Survival Bluetooth Speaker

OXO Good Grips Thermocouple Thermometer

With a barbecue, great food is all about accuracy. This thermometer is great for making sure your meat is fully cooked and a reading takes just seconds. By introducing this gadget into your cooking routine, you can serve the most tender meat.

Price: $99.50

Thermocouple Meat Thermometer

KettlePizza Wood-Fired Pizza Oven Kit

To add a bit of flair to your barbecue, why not serve up some freshly made pizza? This oven has everything you need for the most delicious pizza, complete with a crunchy crust. Just add your cheese and toppings to the included grill-safe aluminum pan and get cooking.

Price: $139.95

Still need more for your next barbecue? Check out our entire collection for more. And, if you have any suggestions we might have missed, let us know in the comments below.