Cooking more meals on a barbeque was also found to have benefits for the whole family. Grilling helps keep foods, from steaks to vegetables, delicious by sealing in flavor and nutrients.
Participating Manatee County Ace Hardware stores are a perfect one-stop shop for any grilling gift this holiday season.
Brand: Weber
Model Name: Genesis II E-310
Price: $599
Fuel Type: Liquid Propane
Ignition Type: Electrical
Total Cooking Area: 669 sq. in.
Best Accessory: Weber Precision Stainless Steel Black/Silver Grill Tool Set 3 pc
Ace Hardware says: “It's an exceptional grill at an even more exceptional price; and just in time for the holidays.”
Customers Reviews: “This is the best grill ever. I suffered with an inferior gas grill for 16 years. Once I got this Weber, I was sorry I waited so long to replace my grill. Well worth every penny.”
Product Description: ”Best Price Ever! Limited Time Savings! Save $180! Also Available in Natural Gas (Weber MAP Drop FF4 item). A powerful liquid propane three burner grill that utilizes iGrill 3 smart technology and backed by Weber's 10 year warranty on all parts of the grill. Model features porcelain-enameled, cast-iron cooking grates that are easy to clean and durable. The open-cart design provides convenient access of grilling tools and has Tuck-Away warming rack. The model folds for easier storage.”
Brand: Traeger
Price: $1,399.95
Fuel Type: Wood Pellet
Ignition Type: Electrical
Total Cooking Area: 885 sq. in.
Best Accessory: Traeger Meter Plus Bluetooth Enabled Meat Thermometer
Ace Hardware says: “If you want a grill that can do it all, and that you can walk away from and still monitor, this is the perfect one. With the WiFire technology, you can do yard work while still being able to monitor the temperature of your grill and food.”
Customers Reviews: “Got my new grill, got it burned in and did my first cook. I was so impressed with the flavor, you would think I was an actual cook. So easy to use. Love it.”
Product Description: ”A wood pellet grill and smoker with double-sidewall insulation to maintain consistent temperature able to be controlled via WiFi technology with the Ironwood D2 controller. This grill also includes the Traeger Pellet Sensor to monitor fuel levels remotely, the Super Smoke Mode, and a Downdraft Exhaust to circulate smoke for enhanced flavor. As a grill and smoke, this model allows everything to be cooked on it like burgers, brisket, pizza, and apple pie. Other features include D2 drivetrain for faster heating, dual position smoke/sear bottom grate, porcelain coated grill grates, all-terrain and locking caster wheels.”
Brand: Big Green Egg
Price: $1,399.99
Fuel Type: Charcoal
Ignition Type: Manual
Total Cooking Area: 452 sq. in.
Best Accessory: Big Green Egg Expander Kit Grill Expander 30 in.
Ace Hardware says: “If you want a grill that is easy to use, is large and has great flavor, the Big Green Egg with charcoal is your best choice.”
Product Description: ”The Ultimate Cooking EGGsperience with Charcoal. The XLarge EGG offers grill masters enough cooking area to accommodate large families or cooking multiple meals at once as it is ready to serve 12 racks of ribs, 24 burgers or a holiday turkey with the trimmings. It has the highest quality, is the most simple to use, yet also the most versatile with its ability to grill, roast, sear, bake and smoke.”
Brand: Weber
Price: $1,359
Fuel Type: Liquid Propane
Ignition Type: Electrical
Total Cooking Area: 787 sq. in.
Best Accessory: Weber Precision Stainless Steel Black/Silver Grill Tool Set 3 pc
Ace Hardware says: “If you are wanting the perfect gift for the grilling enthusiast in your life, the newest Weber Genesis model is your #1 choice. It is reasonably priced, well built, with a guarantee of longer than a decade and is compatible with the Weber Crafted outdoor kitchen collection. You really couldn't ask for more.”
Customers Reviews: “Really fun grill for my family. Bacon and eggs on the flat top, burgers and seared steaks on the grates, and pizza on the stone. A rotisserie would definitely take it up a notch. Good temp control, love the grease management system. Extra side storage is nice. Ready to grill in a few minutes, really convenient. Bibens Ace Hardware in Colchester Vt did a great assemble and delivery job. Highly recommend,” submitted by Victor from Colchester, VT.
Product Description: ”This Weber grill is new and an Ace Exclusive. This gas fueled model is built with heavy-duty 9mm stainless steel grates, a carbon steel flat top, exclusive indigo lid and doors. It also offers grill masters the largest and hottest sear zone with an expandable top cooking grate. The newly designed Genesis grill can grill, bake and stir-fry and is also compatible with Weber's crafter outdoor kitchen collection. Other features include a pull and clean management system, stainless steel flavorizer bars, an extra large size table for prep, a grill locker for accessories and two heavy-duty front locking swivel casters.”
Brand: Blackstone
Price: $519.99
Fuel Type: Liquid Propane
Ignition Type: Electrical
Total Cooking Area: 720 sq. in.
Best Accessory: Blackstone Stainless Steel Burger Press 4 pk
Ace Hardware says: “For those large families that have picky eaters, or on nights everyone wants something different, this is your go to cookware. Cook it all at once, in one spot and everyone can end the night happy.”
Customers Reviews: “We'll-signed and thoughtful layout for cooking volume meals for family gatherings.”
Product Description: ”Top Seller! This outdoor solid rolled steel griddle combines modern design with cutting-edge technology. It can provide food for as many or as few people as you wish with a range of table top griddles from 17-inches to 36-inches. Blackstones are the best-selling griddles in the world.”
Brand: Weber
Price: $399
Fuel Type: Liquid Propane
Ignition Type: Single Spark
Total Cooking Area: 320 sq. in.
Best Accessory: Weber Precision Stainless Steel Black/Silver Grill Tool Set 3 pc
Ace Hardware says: “This grill is perfect for family camping trips! It folds right up and fits in the car or truck without taking up too much room. It’s large enough to cook full meals and has all the features for a truly great taste.”
Customers Reviews: “Very large cooking surface, considering it's a portable grill. Easy to setup and teardown. Grill grates are nicely designed and hold heat very well.”
Product Description: ”Great Gift for those that travel or tailgate! Also available in stealth black ($449.99). This is the perfect portable grill to use when camping, tailgating, picnicking or traveling. Its sturdy build and compact design folding allow for easy setup, takedown and storage. The Traveler is large enough to cook a whole meal, and designed to optimize gas usage with a low-to-high temp range. The Traveler's cast-iron cooking grates are porcelain-enameled and grilling can start at any time with its push button ignition.”
Brand: Ooni
Price: $599.99
Fuel Type: Liquid Propane
Ignition Type: Electrical
Total Cooking Area: 16 in. wide
Best Accessory: Ooni Laser Infrared Thermometer
Ace Hardware says: “This pizza oven gives all the great flavor of a brick oven without all the backyard remodeling required.”
Customers Reviews: “The most amazing addition to my outdoor cooking. Makes pizza quicker and more reliable than delivery and tastes as good or better than a restaurant!” submitted by anonymous.
Product Description: ”Top Seller! This pizza oven can have a pizza cooked and ready in 60 seconds flat with no assembly, no mess and no fuss as it is ready for use right out of the box. It has an authentic stone baked base that is insulated and powder coated steel for a durable shell. It runs on propane gas with only 20 minutes needed to preheat and be ready. The oven also has folding legs to make this outdoor cooking party on the go.”
Brand: Traeger
Price: $3,799.95
Fuel Type: Wood Pellet
Ignition Type: Electrical
Total Cooking Area: 1320 sq. in.
Best Accessory: Traeger Plastic Storage Bin/Lid 14.5 in. L X 7 in. W
Ace Hardware says: “This grill can do it all. With the induction cooktop on the side of the grill, you can even saute, stir fry and simmer on top of everything else. It’s on a whole new level.”
Customers Reviews: “Traeger has taken the new Timberline above and beyond regular smokers. With its versatility and ease of use, it will become your new outdoor kitchen. Smoking, grilling, searing, low and slow, it does it all!” submitted by Trent Doak of Brunswick, Ohio.
Product Description: ”New from Traeger. The Timberline XL is an all-in-one full kitchen with the introduction of the Traeger Induction cooktop that allows for cooks to fry, saute, simmer and sear in addition to barbecuing. Temperature inside of the grill is maintained through smart combustion technology and fully insulated dual-wall construction. WiFire technology and meater wireless meat thermometers allow for food to be monitored anywhere. The Traeger downdraft exhaust + super smoke mode keep fresh smoke circulating to enhance flavor and the EZ-Clean grease and ash keg collects drippings and pellet ash for easy cleanup.”
For more information and store hours about participating Manatee County Ace Hardware stores, visit Ace Hardware online.
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