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Gas is the most popular fuel type for a grill in an outdoor kitchen. There are other options though, including electricity. Blackstone recently released a built-in griddle that runs off 240v power. It has three zones, gets to 600 degrees F, and uses their latest Omnivore griddle plate.

Another company that is betting on electricity is Kenyon. This week they released a new option for their Texan electric grill. To expand its accessibility, it has a handle that makes it easier to operate for people with disabilities. The lid has a grab point below 48 inches and it takes less than 5 pounds of force to operate.

Sponsored By Franklin Barbecue Pits

Franklin Barbecue Pits, designed by famed Pit Master Aaron Franklin are built from heavy duty USA steel and made by craftsmen right here in the USA. For BBQ beginners and pros alike, its design and construction make it one of the best offset smokers for the backyard. And it will last for generations. Get yours at a BBQ dealer near you, or direct from Franklin if you don’t have a local dealer near you. We love and support local businesses, so if you’re a BBQ dealer that wants to carry Franklin BBQ Pit, please reach out!

Earnings season is right around the corner, but one retailer reported this week that is seeing a different dynamic from all the rest. Tractor Supply continues to see strength in grills, and big ticket purchases in general. They attribute that to their merchandising, inventory strategy, and their private-label credit card.

A company that is looking to get back on track with profitability is Ooni. As we reported, they recently hired a new president of North America. ModernRetail had a Q&A this week with their new president of NA on the future of Ooni and what drew him to the company.

Two things that I love about barbecue is the craft of it, and the rich history. There's a new place opening in 2025 to learn about both those things. The world's first Museum of BBQ is opening in area important to barbecue, Kansas City. I'm excited to see how they tell the story of barbecue.

Finally, Weber has brought the Slate griddle to the Australia and New Zealand markets. To help promote the new griddle, they've partnered with Jamie Oliver. He'll be making recipes and videos on the griddle all summer long.

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Sponsored By Big Green Egg

At Big Green Egg, we’re not just the best Kamado grill on the market; we are a lifestyle brand dedicated to enhancing outdoor entertaining. The Big Green Egg believes in bringing families, friends and neighbors together to cook over live-fire. Our “EGGhead” community of loyal fans create memories with the delicious and diverse food they can prepare on their Eggs. 

With a rich 50-year history and a strong presence as an iconic brand in the outdoor kitchen industry, we are committed to providing our customers with premium products and a seamless experience, both online and offline. And we are now hiring for our headquarters location in Atlanta!

We offer a fun work environment, with lots of food and BBQ (of course!), as well as competitive benefits, including a 401(k) match, medical and life insurance, to name a few. More detail on open roles in links below and/or click on this link to apply. 

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