A human’s ability to use and master tools sets us apart from the animals. And grilling tools are no exception. Mankind rejoices when a burger is expertly flipped with a spatula. So, in a way, we owe it to mankind to get this grill thing right.

Right?

Let’s start with a good, clean grill to make this experience the best it can be. Your steaks deserve it.

The tool to use for this is the Great Scrape. It’s an all-natural wooden tool that scrapes away debris from the grill without the use of mangled wire brushes. You know, those wires can get stuck on the grill and become lodged in your food. Ever bite into a piece of wire? Don’t take that chance. The Great Scrape is shaped like your grill grates and leaves nothing behind.

Next, you must LOOK the part when you’re grilling steak AND protect yourself and your clothing with a bonafide chef’s apron. Hey, sometimes it can get messy. Be prepared.

And speaking of preparedness, make sure you informed on exactly how to grill a steak. This really cool Grilling Timer App will show you the way. It’ll tell you how long to grill each steak and so much more.

So let’s get our tools ready and show those animals how it’s done!

You consider yourself a grillmaster. You have immediately earned my respect and admiration.

But as a grillmaster do you have all of the important tools of the trade? Do you have grilling tools for different meats?

Let me explain.

STEAK

It’s heavy and needs to be flipped without steak juices escaping all over the place. A SPATULA is the tool you need at grillside for this delicious dish.

STEAKBURGERS

Lighter than steak, but still substantial, burgers need proper flipping as well. But these babies require a SMALL SIZE SPATULA just large enough for the patty.

HOT DOGS

Hot dogs have a distinctive shape and require a tool to match. TONGS are your best bet for turning and grilling these to perfection.

BONELESS CHICKEN BREASTS

Yum! Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are a favorite around our house as well. Use a PRONGED FORK to do right by this healthy meat.

SALMON

Seafood, especially salmon, is very delicate so it requires extra care and attention. Use ALUMINUM FOIL to wrap this meat before placing it on the grill. It’ll help it cook evenly and keep it all in one piece!

Now that you know all the tools of the trade, make sure you’re locked and loaded for grilling season. The right tool makes all the difference!

Photos courtesy of KansasCitySteaks.com.

I’m often up late at night. The TV is on and you can imagine what kinds of ads I see.

Everything from “enhancement” products to hearing aids to – well – THIS:

It’s the Grill Glove!

Seriously, you put it on, reach right on that hot grill, grab your steak, flip it and all is well!

It’s even dishwasher safe. Bonus.

I don’t know what I think about this. Will I accidently burn part the of my arm that’s not covered by the glove as I reach over HOT FLAMES?

Also, do I want to actually pick up my steak with my hand as it is cooking? I’m worried about the “ick” factor here. Will it feel mushy?  

On the other hand, Anthony Sullivan is endorsing it. So you know it has to be top notch.

Who’s Anthony Sullivan again?

What do you think? Do you have any experience with the Grill Glove? Or is this a flash in the pan?

Photo courtesy of GrillGlove.com.