Father's Day - Give the gift of grilling

Father’s Day is fast approaching. This year, it lands on the summer solstice, giving the perfect excuse to celebrate Dad and every extra minute of daylight by gathering round the barbecue. Whether you’re shopping for an experienced pitmaster or a novice griller, we have rounded up all the best barbecue accessories, tools, rubs and sauces that’ll make his day.

  1. BBQ Magazine subscription

With separate digital and print subscriptions available as well as bundles and gift vouchers, give the gift of reading so Dad can stay up to date on all the latest BBQ news, tips and tricks, recipes and new releases. Available to purchase through www.thebbqmag.com/buy-bbq-magazine.

  1. Weber Taco Rack – £39.99

Because one taco is never enough, this stainless steel taco rack from Weber holds up to six tacos so you can stack ‘em up at your next Mexican feast. Silicone handles allow for easy transporting from barbecue to table, while two handy built-in sauce cups keep Dad’s favourite salsas close. Available to buy from www.weber.com.

  1. Delivita Diavolo gas-fired pizza oven – £199

This lightweight pizza oven from Delivita was recently named best budget pizza oven and best portable pizza oven by BBC Good Food. The gas-fired oven reaches temperatures of up to 500°C in 20 minutes, and can cook authentic stone-baked pizzas in just 60 seconds. With £169 worth of pizza-making essentials in the box including a temperature gun, folding pizza peel and branded carry case, it’s the ideal gift for any Dad looking to expand his pizza skills this summer. Available to purchase through www.delivita.com.

  1. Kamado Joe Krafted Steel tool range – from £29.99

Kamado Joe’s new Krafted Steel range is a collection of premium stainless steel grilling tools that have been built to last. Each piece can be bought individually, starting at £29.99, or as an entire set for £124.99 which includes a grill brush, basting pot with brush, tongs, spatula and carry case. Each tool is rust-proof, dishwasher safe, and engineered to withstand high cooking temperatures so Dad can grill with ease. Available to buy from www.kamadojoe.com

  1. Thermapen ONE Thermometer – £78

As many BBQ enthusiasts will know, a good meat thermometer is an essential piece of kit. If Dad doesn’t already own a Thermapen, then it’s definitely time to buy him one. Made in the UK, this digital meat thermometer provides highly accurate, one-second readings to ensure meat is cooked to perfection. Available to buy at www.thermapen.co.uk

  1. Smokey Carter Chick & Wing BBQ rub set – £23.95

If chicken is Dad’s go-to for grilling, this curated collection of rubs from The Smokey Carter is the perfect gift that’ll see him through plenty of barbecues this summer. Complimenting a variety of meat, fish and vegetables, these rubs and seasonings work just as well on the BBQ as they do with air frying, oven roasting and slow cooking. The pack contains five 100g shakers in different flavours to choose from including South Carolina BBQ, Buffalo Dust, and Lemon SPG (salt, pepper, garlic). Available through www.thesmokeycarter.com.

  1. Grillmaster BBQ Box by Edenmoor x BBQ magazine – £58.25

For the Dad who already has all the gear, a BBQ meat box is a thoughtful and practical gift. Containing a premium selection of expertly crafted meats and barbecue essentials, it has been designed in collaboration with our friends at BBQ Magazine. All meat inside the box has been slowly and responsibly reared, and supports British farmers. Edenmoor BBQ boxes can be purchased through their website at www.edenmoor.com.

  1. Typhur Sync Gold Dual smart meat thermometer – £199

For tech-loving Dads, Typhur’s Sync Gold Dual smart thermometer is built on Sub-1G technology – a low-frequency wireless communication with a transmission range of up to 3,000 feet in open areas and 700 feet indoors. Featuring two probes with six optimally-placed sensors, a built-in display and compatibility with the Typhur AI app, it’s a great gift for anyone looking to achieve perfectly cooked meat every time. Available to buy at https://uk.typhur.com/products/sync-gold-dual.

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