Something is spectacular when it is impressive to look at, dramatic to watch, or remarkably large – a fitting description of the Grillfather himself. This is the Summer Grilling Spectacular, where we bring you a survey of fantastic grilling ideas to keep you grillin’ through the summer. And what could be more impressive or dramatic than bourbon, […]
We commemorate our nation’s birthday with family get-togethers and block parties packed with games, fireworks, and food. Such a celebration of freedom and liberty deserves great food straight from the grill. Our Grillin’ on the Fourth of July series continues to bring jaw dropping dishes to your party with Shrimp Kabobs with Pineapple. Featuring coconut and hot sauce marinated […]
I think the most popular Father’s Day dish is a perfectly grilled steak – plump, moist, and full of flavor. There are good steaks, there are great steaks, but this is the perfect steak – and take it from The GrillFather; your dad is going to love this Hawaiian Rib-Eye Steak. Featuring a sweet and salty marinade […]
The spring thaw is upon us as temperatures creep up, days grow longer with golden sunshine, trees and grass change from brown to green, and the grill gets a much needed wipe down and polish. It’s time for Grillin’ in the Spring with Lamb Kebabs marinated in fresh Mediterranean flavors and served with a refreshing yogurt […]
The month of February brings up the daunting question of the year – “What do I get her for Valentine’s Day?” The GrillFather.com is here to solve that riddle with fantastic meal idea ready to grill for the love of your life: Grilled Salmon Collars. Featuring Japanese ingredients and flavors for an exotic presentation and taste, this […]
Oh boy! It’s the best time of the year. Not the holly jolly of the holidays, but the freezing tundra of wintertime gridiron, braving the elements, and winner takes all. It’s the Winter Game Day Series bringing you searing hot grilling ideas to get you through these gut-wrenching weeks of playoff football. Next up is Fajita Chicken Kebabs, featuring well-seasoned […]
Fall is here and many believe it’s the best time to grill with crisp weather, dazzling colors of fall leaves, and flavorful harvest ingredients. The Harvest Grilling Series continues with Orange-Ginger Pork Chops, featuring traditional flavors of fall in an Asian-inspired preparation. With a robust marinade of sautéed ginger, sherry, and orange, these chops are […]
Get ready for football, the Time of the Tailgate is here with unique takes traditional grilled fan favorites to celebrate the big day. Whether carting out Big Bubba or a small personal grill, the Grillfather has the bold dishes to get your celebrations started. Next up is Grilled Beef Gyros, featuring grilled strips of marinated sirloin […]
What is your favorite thing about summer? Is it a vacation, longer days for outdoor activities, beautiful sunsets, or more time to grill, baby! Grilling makes the summertime better with terrific food and more time outside. Next up in the Summer Grilling Spectacular are Kalbi Ribs and Grilled Corn with Kalbi Butter. Featuring Korean flavors, […]
For many meat-loving grilling enthusiasts, summertime BBQ means grilling carne asada by the pound. Nothing beats a tortilla stacked with a handful of steak, heavily marinated, charred, and topped with avocado. The Summer Grilling Spectacular continues with The Best Carne Asada, a bold take on tradition beckoning the steak connoisseur to partake and enjoy. Carne […]
After a year of waiting and longing, peering into the horizon with hapless melancholy, trying to find hope and fight off the apathy – finally National Barbecue Month is here and we are overwrought with enthusiasm. To get you ready for the frenzy we continue the Memorial Day Backyard BBQ Series with Sticky-Sweet Grilled Pork […]
It’s springtime again and as everything begins to turn green and blossom, the grill glimmers in the morning sun from the winter thaw, ready to bring forth a bountiful crop of grilled food and goodies. We continue our Grillin’ in the Spring series with Barbecue Chicken with Alabama White Barbecue Sauce, featuring slow-grilled chicken quarters […]
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” That’s right, football is here and with it, the Time of the Tailgate has arrived once again. Whether in a stadium parking lot, on a neighborhood street by the local field, or in your own backyard, we bring you terrific game day recipes to prepare for the […]
Summer fun brings images of pool parties, vacations, and smokin’ hot grilled food! This is the Summer Grilling Spectacular, a series from the GrillFather to keep your barbecue going all summer long. Next up is Fajita Chicken Kebabs, inspired by the sizzling platters found in restaurants, these kebabs bring the flavor of fajitas to a […]
Summertime is here with long days, warm weather, vacations, swim parties, fireworks, baseball, and every possible reason to grill grill grill! This is our Summer Grilling Spectacular, a series of amazing recipes perfect for hot summer nights and weekend barbecues. The next entry is Adobo-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Grilled-Pineapple Salsa, a flavor explosion of spicy […]
The biggest sporting event of the year is upon us; Super Bowl Week has begun. As the teams face the media and prepare for war, the Grillfather has a battle plan for your game day menu called the Winter Game Day Series. This year’s entry is Tri Tip and Caramelized Onion Sandwiches with Mustard Aioli, […]
Nothing beats Christmas as the happiest time of the year, except for maybe the family squabbles, burning the Christmas turkey, or losing the neighborhood Christmas light competition. To help you avoid one of these holiday catastrophes, we continue the Christmas Grilling Series with Herb and Red Wine Rotisserie Leg of Lamb. This is a meal […]
Long summer evenings with skies painted pink and orange, the gentle breeze building as the sun begins to wane, and the aroma of charred beef over open flame filling the backyard – this is what summer grilling is all about! Get your summer grill on with Grilled Ginger-Marinated Flank Steak, a ginger-infused dish with both […]
February is the month of great opportunity. Not only, the time of special prominence and celebration of Cupid’s arrow having hit its mark, but also the revelry and excitement of the year’s biggest game and extravaganza. Whether honoring the one you love or the game you love, Hoisin-Maple Glazed Grilled Chicken will make either event […]
Once in a lifetime memories, unforgettable game winning drives, finger licking good barbecue dishes throughout the afternoon – this is what playoff football is all about! As the road to the big game draws to a close, likewise the end of the Winter Game Day series nears its seasonal finale. For the final “Hail Mary,” […]
What a wild and crazy weekend of excitement and disappointments, twists and turns, drama and tragedy! This is the time to seize the day and the barbecue tongs, to grill with precision and fervor in preparation of the three-hour extravaganza of feasting and football. Continuing the Winter Game Day Series to get you ready for […]
One day left… One more chance in 2015 to fire up the grill and confidently proclaim your barbecue prowess. With New Year’s Eve just around the corner, this and next week’s articles will feature grilled finger food ideas perfect for a late night celebration. First off in our New Year’s Eve Bash series is Grilled […]
Winter is upon us, and many would say that grilling season is over. We are here to declare – until hell freezes over the grill shall forever burn. Sure, winter may be a little colder, a little darker, a little stormier… Ok, it’s a lot colder, but nothing beats hot food off the grill and […]
Autumn is truly wonderful to behold with its endless shades of yellow and orange, perfect days, and brisk nights. Likewise, fall menus offer rich dishes infused with blends of fruits, veggies, and spices. For our final installment in the Harvest Grilling Series, we present Orange Glazed Chicken and Sweet Potatoes – a hearty, sweet, and […]
The fragrances of each season can invoke recollections and emotions of special times and experiences. This is especially true in the months of autumn leading up to the holidays, when the menus feature more traditional favorites and ingredients. Continuing our Harvest Grilling Series, we suggest Maple & Rosemary Salmon Skewers. The sweetness of maple and […]
Summertime is already halfway through and we have only begun to grill! It’s time to ramp it up and enjoy these long sunny days while we still have them. For inspiration we continue the Summer Grilling Spectacular with Asian Beef Skewers. Grilled skewers are perfect for outdoor festivities and pool parties, and these Asian inspired […]
Summer brings vacations, longer days, increased sunshine, and more opportunities to grill anything and everything! To help fill your summertime menu, we are continuing our annual Summer Grilling Spectacular. This year’s first dish is Grilled Root Beer Pork Ribs, inspired by the Southern practice of marinating and cooking meat with Coca-Cola. This whimsical take on […]
It has been an amazing first two rounds of March Madness, with upsets and close games, and fan brackets shot to “h-e-double-hockey-stick.” But it’s not over, so to inspire your tourney menu we bring Grill Madness, a collection of recipes to put your game day extravaganza over the top. Our second installment is Caribbean Jerk […]
Luck is in the air, your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow is just up yonder, and a four-leaf clover is sure to be in the next patch. To celebrate this turn of providence, we continue the St. Patrick’s Rock the Shamrock Series with Stout & Pesto Grilled Flank Steak. Marinated in […]
Valentine’s Day is about romance and love. A Valentine’s Day menu is about rich flavors coupled with sweet notes, taking the time to show your special someone how much they mean to you. For those wanting to “dine in” on this king of date night, we bring Valentine’s Grilled Shrimp Scampi. This is a tried […]
The king of date night is around the corner and we want to help you romance your Valentine’s culinary senses with Grilled Beef Tenderloin. Beautifully simple and succulent, this dish is sure to delight your special someone adding to your memorable night. Marinating in a combination of red wine, soy sauce, garlic, and spices for […]
Rustling autumn leaves tossed by the brisk breeze as rays of the setting sun dance across the yard… Autumn is here in full swing and I love it! Not only is it a beautiful time of transition, it’s the ideal weather to cook and experiment on the grill. The fourth installment of our Harvest Grilling […]
The imagery of autumn is apples and pumpkins, shades of orange and red and brown, falling leaves, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg. The flavors of autumn follow suit and are presented wonderfully in our third installment of the Harvest Grilling Series: Grilled Glazed Autumn Chicken with Apple Pumpkin Sauce. An American dish with hints of Indian […]
As summer comes to an end, Labor Day is a turning point. It marks the beginning of a new school year, it is them end of the summer break, and it’s the jumpstart to the second half of the year. To celebrate this day of crossroads, let’s make Labor Day, Steak Day. In the next […]
For mom, we want to do our best… For mom, we want to give a little more… For mom, we want to love our children and teach them respect… For mom, we want to show off that awesome grill and deliver the best Grilled Chicken Legs ever! Our second recipe idea for Mother’s Day […]
Easter Sunday is coming and our second Easter recipe is Glazed Ham with Cola Glaze. Ham is the most popular feature of holiday menus, except for turkey on a certain day in November, so we wanted to give you a grilling recipe for this old favorite. The cola glaze gives an amazing, sweet flavor that […]
We are bringing some classic and new recipes to prepare this festive meal on your grill beginning with Curry-Ginger Lamb Chops with Apricot-Lime Sauce. Lamb is a traditional favorite of Easter and other holidays, and this wonderful, Indian-inspired Lamb Chops and sauce brings an international twist to this Easter favorite. The sweet tang of the […]
Here, with the end in sight, on the precipice of sheer madness, can you taste the victory? Can you smell their fear? Representing the SEC Conference, we present “Grill Madness” Sweet & Hot Baby Back Ribs as our fourth and last installment in the “Grill Madness” Series. What better way to celebrate the drama of […]
Now things are starting to get maddening! The excitement, the drama, the stories, the agony – it’s only been 2 rounds! Bring on “Grill Madness” Lamb Chops with Gorgonzola Butter, representing the Big-10 Conference. A hearty favorite of the Northern Midwest region, these chops will fill the room with a rich aroma of garlic and […]
Sports events and parties are such a great excuse to get behind a grill, entertain guests, and enjoy great food. Here comes March Madness 2014 – three weeks of college basketball excitement…Or what I like to call “Grill Madness” – three weeks of fun with the grill and friends. Here’s a series of recipes based […]
Here’s another outstanding way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day without going so excessive (see last article…). On a day when the excess of meat and drink is celebrated and expected, we want to try our luck at a lighter, fresher alternative. These lamb grilled chops may not be so lucky for the lamb, but they […]
Valentine’s Day is coming, and how are you going to surprise your special someone? Demonstrate your love for them by preparing an elegant and romantic meal for the two of you. Valentine’s Salmon and Escarole with lemon is a sophisticated way to use your grill to deliver a unique dining experience and make this Valentine’s […]
With the playoffs here and the Super Bowl around the corner, here is the first of three Winter Game Day recipes sure to score big with your friends and family. I love all kinds of sandwiches, but without creativity they can get boring quickly. Bison Steak Sandwiches are a wonderful way to use the grill […]
Imagine… surfing on Christmas Day, enjoying the ocean breeze while sitting on the jetty, making sandcastles with your kids… Here’s our holiday take on a classic Baja treat: Grilled Cranberry-Lime Shrimp and Salsa. We can’t bring you to the beach, so we will bring the beach to you – in the middle of winter! The […]
Winter is here… and so is a longing for rich, satisfying, hot food to warm your body and spirit in this time of festive joy! There is nothing like grilled hearty meat to get a holiday dinner done right, and this time we have Sweet and Sour Grilled Pork Chops bringing a slightly Asian take to […]
What could be better than great tasting tri tip that is really simple to make? Well, probably an even better tasting tri tip that someone cooks for you, however, that is another blog… Since we are doing the cooking and are often very busy, this recipe is a wonderfully doable dinner during our hectic week. […]
When I think about BBQ ribs I get greedy – greedy for more. Great ribs take time and love, and these Greedy BBQ Ribs are the headliner of your next party. They will bring praise, thanks, and Grill-master honor; but watch out! Soon that flavorful satisfaction will begin to fester into a desire for more… […]
November brings a season of hearty traditional favorites that remind us of family, tradition, and thankfulness… but it also comes every year! How many times should one eat the same turkey, stuffing, potatoes, and pumpkin pie in their lifetime! Here’s to something new – let’s grill new life into our holiday menu with these Winter […]
A great steak is awesome. A great steak with a great marinade is better. A great steak with a great marinade named after an old line of Mafiosi with bold flavors to match is fit for the Don of your family. This simple and rich marinade brings old time swagger to any piece of beef, […]
