18 Backyard essentials to take your summer BBQ to the next level
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Summary
- Upgrade your backyard BBQ with essential tools, grill upgrades, and accessories for better cooking and convenience.
- Enhance outdoor entertaining using stylish décor, seating, and serving essentials for memorable summer gatherings.
- Boost flavour and efficiency with sauces, cookware, and smart equipment to elevate barbecue meals.
The scent of summer—and freshly grilled steak and vegetables are in the air. With barbecue season upon us, there’s no better time to upgrade your outdoor space, making it the perfect oasis for hosting family and friends.
Whether it’s hot dogs at a pool party, a summer potluck or a casual weeknight meal for the kids, the right tools and fresh decor will make your grilling a hit every time.
Here are our top products to boost your backyard barbecue this summer.
Cast iron charcoal and smoker tray
Price: $69.99
Can't decide between a gas grill and a charcoal barbecue? This nifty tray lets you turn your burners into a smoky charcoal roaster. All you have to do is remove the cooking grids, place the tray on the burners, add the charcoal, and fire it up for a meal with the delicious flavours you can’t get any other way.
Learn more CAA Members save 10% on BBQ and grill accessories at BBQing.com.
Grid lifter
Price: $5.99
When the grill is too hot to touch or too dirty to handle, this handy tool will come to the rescue. With a hardwood handle and a strong metal body for lifting grids, plates or other accessories, this is a convenient addition to any grill master’s outdoor kitchen.
Learn more CAA Members save 10% on BBQ and grill accessories at BBQing.com.
Gourmet butcher board
Price: $23.98
Whether you need a surface to add spice rub to your steaks or chop veggies for skewers, a quality cutting board makes all the difference. It comes with feet for countertop stability and is BPA-free—plus, its unique design makes it an attractive addition to any kitchen.
Learn more CAA Members save 5% in-store and online at Stokes.
Kelsey 12-piece dinnerware set
Price: $29.98
Planning on hosting friends and family outdoors this summer? Then it’s the perfect time to update your dishware. With this blue floral motif set, say goodbye to mismatched plates and chipped bowls. All the pieces are dishwasher- and microwave-safe.
Learn more CAA Members save 5% in-store and online at Stokes.
Napoleon freestyle 425 gas grill
Price: $699.00
If your grill needs an upgrade, why not invest in a new barbecue in time for patio season? This compact model is ideal for patios, balconies and smaller yards, with stainless steel burners and cast-iron cooking grids. Features like easy ignition and state-of-the-art temperature gauges make this sleek design a great everyday grill.
Learn more CAA Members save 10% on BBQ and grill accessories at BBQing.com.
Laura matte salad bowl with servers
Price: $29.98
No barbecue is complete without a good side salad to complement what’s cooking on the grill. This elegant bowl and serving utensil set is crafted from matte black porcelain to make the colours of your fresh foods pop. The bowl even has side idents to rest the spoons when you’re not using them.
Learn more CAA Members save 5% in-store and online at Stokes.
Cedar grid scraper
Price: $14.99
Sometimes a brush just won’t cut it when it comes to cleaning your grill. Made from Canadian eastern white cedar, this tool gets better over time, forming to the unique contours of your cooking grid. Use while the grill is still hot for a clean that’s free of bristles and metal shavings.
Learn more CAA Members save 10% on BBQ and grill accessories at BBQing.com.
Drift green pitcher
Price: $11.98
Lemonade, anyone? This drink pitcher is perfect for a sweet summery beverage. With a minty green textured design reminiscent of sea glass, it’s a piece that is both functional and beautiful. Plus, it comes with a lid to keep the flies out.
Learn more CAA Members save 5% in-store and online at Stokes.
Kinder’s honey hot BBQ sauce
Price: $5.77
What's a barbecue without a delicious sauce to bring the flavour? Kinder’s Hot Honey BBQ is sweet and smoky, with a tomato base and a kick of heat. Made with real honey, you can dip, baste, brush or drizzle this showstopper on any meat or vegetables you’re throwing on the grill.
Lyon market umbrella with crank lift
Price: $96.99
Whether you’re waiting for those tiny saplings to grow big enough to provide shade or your yard gets a lot of direct sunlight, this patio umbrella will come in handy. The black-and-ivory stripes lend a classic feel to any outdoor party.
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Rotisserie grill basket
Price: $79.99
Some things are just too small to put right on the grill, but that shouldn’t stop you from barbecuing them! Wings, fries, veggies and more can go safely in the basket, giving them the perfect layer of crispy, smoky goodness with minimal cleanup.
Learn more CAA Members save 10% on BBQ and grill accessories at BBQing.com.
Yanine fir wood planter box with trellis
Price: $153.99
If you’re hosting people in your outdoor space, it might be time to brighten things up. This fir wood planter box has an attached trellis for climbing plants or hanging baskets, adding more dimension to your space. With multiple drainage holes and built-in wheels, this piece is both beautiful and functional.
Learn more CAA Members earn 7% back in CAA Dollars at Wayfair.ca.
Carhartt work apron
Price: $65.00
This grilling must-have is made from rigid 100 per cent cotton with multiple patch pockets and one zip pocket for all your grilling gadgets and tools. The back straps come together in an X to keep the weight off your neck, and the waist ties are at the back. There are three different colours to choose from, so you can be fashionable and functional.
Learn more CAA Members earn up to 4% back in CAA Dollars at Simons.
Arthor rattan indoor/outdoor stacking restaurant chairs
Price: $399.99
It's difficult to entertain without a good set of patio furniture, which is why this set of four rattan chairs is a good investment for a backyard barbecue. The chairs come in four colours to suit any decor style, and they stack, so you can store them easily when not in use.
Learn more CAA Members earn 7% back in CAA Dollars at Wayfair.ca.
Broil King stainless steel BBQ tool set
Price: $44.99
It's hard to host a cookout without the right tools! This stainless-steel set contains a metal spatula, tongs, a basting brush and a grill brush. You'll have all the basics in one place, making you ready to tackle any grilling scenario that comes your way.
Learn more CAA Members save 10% on BBQ and grill accessories at BBQing.com.
Mosquito net bowl cover
Price: $18.00
No one wants to spend time crafting the perfect dish for a backyard barbecue, only to have flies take their share as soon as you set it outside. With a stylish matte black iron frame and a twine handle, this product is both pretty and practical.
Learn more CAA Members earn up to 4% back in CAA Dollars at Simons.
Corn holders
Price: $9.99
Sweet summer corn is a favourite of backyard cookouts everywhere, but it can get messy. These corn holders insert at either end of the cob, protecting your fingers from both melted butter and heat. Made from silicone and stainless-steel prongs, they interlock for easy storage.
Montana’s takeout
Price: Varies by item
Want the barbecue experience without the cooking? From fall-off-the-bone ribs to tender steaks and juicy burgers, you can order from Montana’s to bring the fresh-off-the-grill experience to your doorstep—without the hassle.
Learn more CAA Members save 10% at Montana’s.
It's a great grilling summer with CAA
With your CAA Membership, it’s easy to host (or enjoy) the perfect summer barbecue. Members save or earn at Rewards Partners like BBQing.com, Simons, Stokes, Wayfair.ca and Montana’s for all your outdoor grilling essentials.
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Prices are accurate at the time of posting but are subject to change.
