We can probably all agree that there’s no better way to spend a warm summer evening than by firing up the backyard grill and cooking an assortment of meats and sides. But what about in the middle of December? If your grill isn’t the first thing you’d think of when it comes to cooking Christmas dinner, our friends at Weber Grills are hoping you’ll reconsider. We teamed up to create a couple…
For those of us who spend half of the year or more cooped up inside, there is no greater way to welcome the arrival of spring weather than that first day of cooking outside. Sure, some may brave the elements for a perfect porterhouse in the middle of the winter, but most of us give up on grilling when the mercury drops. So that first grill-out of the season becomes a sort…
If your summer plans include a new grill and you like to do a lot of research before you buy, our weekend grill demonstrations are a perfect opportunity for you to learn more about the many options available. Every Saturday and Sunday throughout the summer, representatives from one of our grill brands stops by and sets up shop in front of the store. These experts can answer questions and demonstrate specific features…
Whether you’re a hardcore, year-round griller or you usually wait for the warmth to reappear, there’s no denying that the arrival of spring is just begging you to be cooking outside. But before you get started, there’s no time better than the very start of the season to make sure your grill is good to go. Here are five must-have grilling accessories that won’t cost you a lot of cash, but will…
Are you ready for grilling season? If you’re anything like us, you’ve been waiting to fire up the old grill since last November. Or maybe you’ve spent that time planning on finally buying the dream grill? You can read reviews and compare specifications until your head hurts, but when you’re shopping for a new grill, nothing beats getting to see them fired up and in action. That’s why every weekend, all summer…
We know how tough it is to find that perfect gift for Dad. This year, bypass the usual suspects and go for something a little more exciting. Here’s our guide to Father’s Day 2017 gift ideas that Dad is sure to love, whatever type of man he is. The Grill Guru If your dad is the kind of guy that loves to cook over an open flame, no matter the weather, we’ve…
Two of the best things about summer in Chicago are baseball and cooking outdoors, and this portable grill from Weber brings them together. Equally at home on your balcony or a party on the beach, the Weber Q 1200 is easily portable, yet can quickly cook up a dozen burgers. Plus, it’s emblazoned with the logo of our hometown heroes, the Chicago Cubs. But best of all, it’s yours to win. Click…
Quick and easy tips for cleaning a grill and keeping it clean While summer may not yet have officially started, some of the more dedicated grill-masters have been cooking outdoors since the snow was still thawing. For the rest of us, it’s now probably safe to pull the old grill out of the shed or from under its cover and get it ready for the next few months. But before you fire…
To Chicagoland readers, we can feel it. Summer is within reach and we are on the precipice of swimming pools, and more importantly, good ole’ American barbecues with friends and family. While this season will surely be ushering in a new generation of grill masters eager for smoke-induced teary eyes and hours of trial-and-error hamburgers, there are also some seasoned veterans that could use a some upgrading or replacing. For $500 (without…
Josh Davis, a salesman here at Abt, visited Chicago’s WGN station this week to talk about some great gift ideas for Father’s day. Find out what’s hot and perfect that’ll surely please dad. The following is a list of all the products featured in the segment: Weber 3 Piece Stainless Steel Tool Set $29 Krups Beertender Home Beer-Tap System Keg Cooler $99 HP Photosmart C310a Premium e-All-In-One Printer $149 Polk Audio outdoor speakers $149 Ray-Ban Aviator…
