These tools will make your barbecue party the best!

Grilled meals are always good to have a great time with family and friends while enjoying an excellent dish. However, if you really are a huge fan of grilling, you should look for specialized tools because they will make the process easier, giving you more time to enjoy the company and fun activities.

Which tools do barbecue lovers need?

It doesn’t matter if you have a gas or a charcoal grill, the tools will work perfectly for every kind. They will give you the right grip while grilling any food and they will help you with the maintenance of the grill. So, take this list and try to find all the items for a better experience.

Grill cleaner: it will be important to clean the grill, that way you won’t find grease, grime, soot, and baked-on charcoal on your next grill session. The detergents that are non-toxic, non-flammable, and even biodegradable are the best. It’s a good idea to find one that can clean every surface of the grill, no just inside.

Grill brush: it allows you to clean every part of the grill quickly and efficiency. With it, you can also remove any grime and soot that sticks to the rack.

Grilling planks: these are very helpful with delicate meats like fish, which can be annoying to prepare because you can lose more meat than the one that you would be serving, besides ruining a nice presentation. To prevent this, it’s a good idea to use a plank, specially one made of wood that can add a smoky wood flavor to every meal.

Spatula: nowadays, you will find a huge selection of grill spatulas, but the ones with multiple functions are definitely the best. This kind of spatula is built-in with a serrated knife blade, a large fork-like edge, and a bottle opener set into the handle (basic, because there is no grill party without a good beer).

Grill gloves: for working with hot coals and when you want to grab a pot or other item that is close to the heat, gloves are a must. There is a pair that can resist up to 475 degrees Fahrenheit; however, it is not made for prolonged direct contact with fire. The only problem that you can find with them is that these are not machine washable.

Grill pan: it would come in handy for veggies: you can put it atop the grill surface, heat it, and let the pan do the work of cooking veggies or other delicate food. It even has a nonstick surface that will make the cleaning more comfortable than ever.

Charcoal starter: this item can look a bit strange because it is a wand-like device, but it can produce a superheated air that can ignite charcoal in minutes. Works perfectly to start a fire in your firepit in the backyard or your fireplace when the weather is cold outside.

Thermometers: they are perfect for being entirely sure of the actual internal temperature of meats. Nothing worse than biting a burger and realizing that is undercooked and needs to be put again in the grill, with sauces and everything. A thermometer can save you that horrible situation and help you check the temperature of any food that you are grilling.

We all love barbecues, and these specialized tools can make the process quite simple and easier than ever! So, try the ones that fit your standards and the brand that you like. Come to Davide Punto Cucina to degust the best dishes that our chef creates for your delight.