Grills to Make Backyard Chefs Celebrate

Backyard chefs have reason to celebrate with these barbeque beauties.

Mr. Bar-B-Q Five-Piece Tool Set with Hardwood Case Price: $49.99 This functional five-piece set is essential to your outdoor cooking success. Each utensil is made from quality, precision-forged stainless steel with rosewood handles and fits neatly into the handcrafted hardwood case. (Available at Barbeques Galore or www.bbqgalore.com)	Viking 53” Ultra-Premium E-Series Grill with Side Burners VGBQ Price: $8,456.00 The Viking E-series gas grill features a slanted, double-wall, insulated hood to keep heat in and water out, along with a grease control system, which channels liquids to a drip tray. The TruSear infrared burner reduces cooking time while increasing the intensity of a food’s natural flavor. (Available at Viking stores, www.vikingrange.com; or Jackson’s Home and Garden, 6950 Lemmon Ave., 214-350-9200)

Viking C4 Charcoal Ceramic Cooking Capsule VCQS Price: $2,585.00 (with cart: $4,046.00) The Viking C4 puts a modern spin on the traditional charcoal grill with its advanced ceramic interior, constructed to optimize heat retention and cook food from all angles. Porcelain-coated grids allow for a non-stick grilling surface and easy clean-up. (Available at Viking stores, www.vikingrange.com; or Jackson’s Home and Garden, 6950 Lemmon Ave., 214-350-9200)	Remote Thermometer Price: $49.75 This hands-free thermometer comes with a clip-on receiver that can monitor temperature and cooking time from a distance of 150 feet. Simply select your chosen meat and preferred doneness level, and the remote receiver alerts you when your meal is grilled to perfection. (Available at Williams-Sonoma or www.williams-sonoma.com)

	Grilling Lessons with Chef Richard Chamberlain Price: $35 for adults, $15 for children Chef Richard Chamberlain of Chamberlain’s Steak and Chophouse can help you become the grill god you’ve always dreamed of being. Chamberlain offers grilling lessons at his home, where guests are invited to view the demonstration and then enjoy Chamberlain’s professionally prepared meal afterwards. For more information or to make reservations, send an e-mail to [email protected]. “How to Cook the Perfect Steak” September 8, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. “How to Cook Perfect Seafood” October 6, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. “Thanksgiving on the Grill” November 10, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
photography: Chamberlain: Elizabeth Lavin; grills: courtesy of Milestone Distributors; tools: courtesy of Caruso Communications; thermometer: courtesy of Williams-Sonoma Inc.