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BBQ And Kitchen Tools, Toys, And Accessories Rated And Reviewed
Check out our reviews of tools, toys, gadgets, and equipment that can help make you a better cook as well as those that should be avoided all together.
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Medals are based on (1) features, (2) construction quality, and (3) value. Rarely will a $400 Gold Medal be in the same quality league as an $800 Gold Medal or a $1,200 Gold Medal, so be sure you see what we say about the construction quality, features, and how they perform in the real world.
Spotlight on our favorite products
Groundbreaking Hybrid Thermometer!
The FireBoard Spark is a hybrid combining instant-read capability, a cabled temperature probe, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Couple that with high standards of design and workmanship and it’s a “must own.” Click here to read our comprehensive Platinum Medal review.
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Platinum Medal Winning BBQ Tools, Toys, And Accessories
Looking for the best BBQ tools, toys, and accessories? Our barbecue experts have tested hundreds of tools and rated them in our searchable database. The search options at left give you unbiased results for each product. Below are the best of the best, our Platinum Medal winners. These are the BBQ tools you really need.
The Definitive Guide to the Best Grill Grates
Which grill grate is best: stainless steel, cast iron, enamel coated, plated wire, or cast aluminum? The answer may surprise you. This definitive guide explains which grill grates are the most durable, deliver the most heat, and are the easiest to clean and maintain in your grill.
The Grill Toppers and Racks You Need and the Ones You Don’t
Some grill toppers and racks are essential. A rib rack helps you cook more meat at once, and a grill tray prevents small foods like asparagus from falling into the fire. You can even get a perforated grill wok or saute pan for tossing small foods over the fire. Here's a guide to the best.
The Best Spatulas And Tongs For BBQ And Grilling
Here is the ultimate guide to selecting the best spatula and tongs for your BBQ and grilling adventures. AmazingRibs.com has weeded through the countless options available in order to help you identify what are arguably the most important BBQ and grilling tools, a quality spatula and tongs for moving and turning food.
The Best Meat Shredders For Your Butts Rated and Reviewed
Often call pork pullers, these sharp hand extenders make light work of pulling or shredding smoked pork. They also make it super-easy to lift large, hot roasts like turkey and roast beef from the grill or from a roasting pan onto a platter. Plus, they toss a big bowl of salad in a jif. Here's a guide to the best.
The Best Grill Brushes, Scrapers, and Other BBQ Cleaning Tools
Clean grill grates make better grilled food. Here's a buying guide to grill brushes, scrapers, and other BBQ cleaning tools to make sure you're turning out the best tasting food from your cooker.
The Best Charcoal Starters
When it comes to starting charcoal, there are several options out there. In this article, we weigh the pros and cons of each and give our recommendations for products.
The Best Tools And Equipment For Perfect Pizza On The Grill
Create perfect pizza on the grill thanks to these top rated tools. If you're a fan of brick oven pizza then this is the gear that will help you create it directly on your grill, from pizza stones to pizza peels and more. The result is a crust that is crisp, smoky and lightly charred and piping hot toppings.
Testing And Rating Heat-Resistant Gloves
Gloves are the best way to handle hot pots, pans, grill grates, pizza stones, and food. We tested and rated a bunch of them.
Testing and Rating Cut Resistant Gloves
The best cut resistant gloves are designed to keep you from cutting your hands. They are especially helpful for things like clams, oysters, boning meats, and more. Check out our reviews of the best cut resistant gloves on the market.
Everything You Need to Know About Knives
Buying a new knife? Wondering what is VG-10 steel? How do you hold a chef's knife? How do you clean one? How do you hone and sharpen a knife? Get incisive answers to these sharp questions and more in our ultimate guide to knives.
How to Buy the Best Kitchen Knives
At least one good chef's knife is the most essential tool in any kitchen. Does that mean you need to spend hundreds of dollars on an entire set of knives? No. Just a few good quality knives are all you really need.
Electric Knives That Make The Cut
We test, compare, rate, and review popular electric knives. An electric knife makes quick work of slicing big hunks of meat like turkeys, whole packer briskets, beef tenderloin, prime rib, crown roast of pork, and hams. They are great at making even cuts.
A Guide to The Best Knife Sharpeners
It's vital to keep your knives sharp. But not all knife sharpeners do a great job. And they're all built a little differently. Check out our reviews of the best knife sharpeners before you buy.
The Ultimate Guide To The Best Coolers On The Market
If you're looking for the right cooler to fit your needs, AmazingRibs.com has compiled comprehensive hands-on reviews of some of the top brands and models. We put some of the most expensive and innovative super coolers to the torture tests, including how long they keep food cold or hot, durability, leakage, and more.
Cookbooks, Food Books, And Magazine Reviews
Every year there is a new bounty of books stuffed with knowledge and recipes. We read a lot of them and I have more than 100 books on barbecue and grilling alone, and at least 200 other cookbooks. Here are some of our favorite BBQ and grill cookbooks and other food publications.
Here Are The Pots and Pans You Actually Need
Skip the big cookware sets and pick up a few good pieces. Cookware manufacturers try to sell you sets of pots of pans in all different sizes. But you really only need a few basics, a frying pan or two, a saucepan or soup pot, and a bigger stock pot or pasta pot. Here's a guide to the pots and pans you'll actually use.
A Guide To The Most Essential Small Appliances
It would be nice to have all kinds of small appliances on hand from a waffle maker to a deep fryer, but no one has unlimited counter and cabinet space. Here's a guide to the most essential small appliances both large and small.
Must Have Kettle Style Charcoal Grill Accessories And Add-Ons
While kettle style charcoal grills like the Weber Original Kettle are amazing on their own, they are taken to new heights thanks to a variety of accessories, tools, and add-ons. AmazingRibs.com has tested reviews of countless enhancements for kettle style grills and you can find them all here.
Top Tips And Accessories For The Weber Smokey Mountain
Here are the tested tools and tips to make the most of your Weber Smokey Mountain, arguably the most popular and best rated bullet style smoker on the market. This comprehensive guide covers everything from seasoning the smoker to proper fire building techniques as well as reviews of the top products for the WSM.
Other Cool BBQ And Grilling Tools
Looking for the best accessories, tools, and toys for enhancing your overall BBQ and grilling experience? AmazingRibs.com has compiled a list of various products designed to make outdoor cooking more efficient, more expansive, and/or more fun. Hand selected by our team, these items are "must haves" for any griller.
Private: Artisan Food Delivers Homemade Delicacies
We're always on the lookout for excellent food to recommend. Now, some of our favorite BBQ joints ship ribs, pulled pork and brisket direct to you, as well as countless other restaurants and food brands.Related articles
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Published On: 5/13/2019 Last Modified: 4/13/2023
Groundbreaking Hybrid Thermometer!
The FireBoard Spark is a hybrid combining instant-read capability, a cabled temperature probe, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Couple that with high standards of design and workmanship and it’s a “must own.” Click here to read our comprehensive Platinum Medal review.
Big. Bold. Flavor.
Introduce big, bold flavor to your BBQ and grilling creations thanks to the Meathead’s Amazing line of pork, red meat, and poultry rubs as well as a KC-style BBQ sauce. Click here to read more and to purchase.
A Propane Smoker That Performs Under Pressure
The Masterbuilt MPS 340/G ThermoTemp XL Propane Smoker is the first propane smoker with a thermostat, making this baby foolproof. All you need to do is add wood to the tray above the burner to start smokin’. Click here to read our detailed review.
The Efficiency Of A Kamado Plus The Flexibility Of The Slow ‘N Sear Insert
Built around SnS Grill’s patented Slow ‘N Sear charcoal kettle accessory, this 22-inch kamado is a premium ceramic grill that brings true 2-zone cooking to a kamado. Click here for our article on this exciting cooker.
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