With our first heatwave forecast, the nation is dusting off their barbecues. Accessorise your outdoor griller and show your guests you’ve upped the ante this year with one of these sizzling gadgets
WEBER STYLE DIGITAL TALKING THERMOMETER
What do you get the discerning barbecuer who has everything? This thermometer that tells you when your meat is perfectly done. Set the probe, select your desired temperature and then step away, as the wireless unit will alert you visually and audibly on your handheld unit up to 30 metres away. £48.84
ROYAL VKB SPECIAL SPOONS
This model kit-style spoon set comes in four different colours and is designed to tackle all manner of olives, pickles, chutneys and spreads. Simply pop out these spoons from their frame and you’ve five specially designed implements for serving just about anything at your feast. £9.95
POP-UP WINE GLASS
Using your indoor glasses in the garden isn’t entirely advisable, paper cups are a no-no and sipping from the bottle is not a good look at all. These glasses are quirky conversation starters and save loads of space when it’s time to pack up your barbecue box. £5.95
CONDIMENT GUN
Beating the base of a ketchup bottle often ends in more than you bargained for and those squeezy sauce bottles look rather unsightly after just a few uses. This colourful, cartoonish cowboy-style number comes with two cartridges for separate sauces, just load one in the handle and ease the trigger towards your target. £14.95
GAS BOTTLE LEVEL INDICATOR
There’s nothing worse than having family and friends over for a barbecue and running out of gas halfway through. That need never be a problem again with this reusable magnet. Simply attach it near the bottom of the bottle before you turn on the gas and it will light up and let you know if it’s time for a refill. Genius! £6.99
STAR WARS LIGHTSABER BARBECUE TONGS
The force is strong with these lightsaber-style cooking tongs, perfect for flipping your burgers. When you whip off the transparent plastic red case, you’ll be treated to authentic lightsaber sounds. A must for every wannabe Jedi chef. £19.99