Just because the leaves have started to turn doesn’t mean it’s time to pack up the grill and say goodbye. Sure it’s easy to get excited about using your oven again without making the whole house sweat, but your grill can take you all the way into winter.

Thanks to Kitchn for these delicious recipes:

1. Roasted Vegetables: Although we love to roast any vegetable we can get our hands on, popping them on the grill is an easy to eliminate most messy clean ups. You can halve a squash (of your choice) and give it a rub down with the olive oil, salt and pepper and pop it straight on the grill. The best part is, no heavy or awkwardly large roasting pan to clean up later! If you’d like to use a grilling tray you can or even make a boat out of foil to hold in a little more oil if you so desire.

2. Chutneys & Salsa: So you’re looking for a warmer more fall taste to your burger, right? Try grilling up the basics to chutneys and salsas before mixing and combining. That extra blast from the grill can make both sing and add a flavor to them that nothing else can! 

3. Pie: Are you starting to get a hankering for apple pie yet? You don’t need a holiday to have one, so toss one together and slap it on the grill. Use a grill thermometer to ensure you keep the same temperature as your oven and sit back with a drink! Add a piece of sharp cheddar to the top before removing and it is quite possible, the pie will never make it back inside! Pies with crust do this most successfully though other pies with a high fat content (we’re looking at you cheesecake) also do great.

See the rest of the recipes here.

The weekend is upon us make sure to spend some quality time with friends and family. Shut off all electronics and enjoy each other’s company – all while in your Cal Spas hot tub. Labor Day Weekend is known as the unofficial send off to Summer, before the kids go back to school and routines go back to normal.

Enjoy one last backyard gathering – fire up your Cal Flame BBQ, heat up the Cal Spas hot tub, and relax…

Find more information about Cal Spas here. Find more information about Cal Flame here.

Cal Flame BBQ does it again! The renowned hearth and barbecue manufacturer has introduced a modest-sized outdoor kitchen with the same amenities as a larger unit, setting a new standard within the industry. The LBK-402 BBQ Island, which requires a small footprint of 6-feet for installation, can accommodate 3 adults comfortably on the unique side table.

“Outdoor entertaining is a growing trend within our industry and we want to make sure that nobody is left behind. Our goal at Cal Flame is to offer an outdoor kitchen unit complete with all the bells and whistles for any size yard,” said Casey Loyd, President of Cal Flame. “The Cal Flame LBK-402 outdoor kitchen is going to raise the bar in barbecue manufacturing when it comes to smaller-sized BBQ Islands.”

The LBK-402 BBQ Island comes standard with a 4-burner stainless steel Cal Flame grill, a 27-inch access door for storage under the grill, and an outdoor electrical outlet. Each customer can further customize their BBQ island with their choice of colored tile and stucco, or upgrade to natural stone tile and cultured stone panels.

Additionally, under counter LED lighting and an iPod stereo system can also be added to convert the LBK-402 BBQ Island into a complete outdoor entertainment center. Consumers and their guests will enjoy the sights and sounds of any yard that has a Cal Flame LBK-402 BBQ Island installed.

“It’s the perfect time to get the LBK-402 BBQ Island for consumers that want to grill like a professional chefs at their summer cookouts,” said Loyd.

Customers are encouraged to visit their local certified Cal Flame BBQ dealer to find more information about the LBK-402 outdoor kitchen including pricing, availability and customization.

Additional information about the Cal Flame LBK-402 Outdoor Kitchen can be found here.

COOK YOUR WAY TO EARTH DAY

Cook a little greener! Instead of using your oven or microwave to prepare meals, use your Cal Flame grill to cook delicious and nutritious meals your entire family will love.

The perfect outdoor kitchen for any backyard, the Cal Flame LBK-402 BBQ Island has a unique side table that can comfortably seat up to 3 people for a small gathering. The unit is standard with a P4 4-burner grill, access door, and outdoor electrical. Durable Ameristone Stucco and your choice of elegant natural rock or stone are available in assorted colors and textures to match your exterior Home Resort design. Countertop options include granite or tile made out of porcelain or natural stone, and can be customized with single or two-tone colors to complement your style.

Expand your BBQ island capabilities with optional packages available. Turn your Cal Flame LBK-402 into the center of attention with an LES iPod Station Stereo System and speakers. Enjoy nighttime grilling with added under counter LED lighting. Make your backyard a complete Home Resort destination.

Did you know: You can eat meat and still be eco-friendly!  Grass-fed usually means that cows that are pasture-fed – a more environmentally friendly method of ranching!  These animals enjoy open pasture and the natural ecosystem they have always known, rather than the often criticized conventional methods that have become the norm. 

Grass-fed beef has many health benefits it contains one of the richest sources of cancer-fighting fatty acids like CLA and is lower in fat than its conventional counterparts.

Enjoy Earth Day and beyond, come home to a Cal Flame outdoor kitchen this summer to bring the family closer together to create new memories. Please visit the Cal Flame Website for purchasing information, product images and videos.

We’re seeing green! How are you spending St. Patrick’s Day this year? Don’t head out to your local Irish bar, this year enjoy a barbecue cook out on your Cal Flame outdoor kitchen without the crowds! It’s easy and simple:

First off, the beer! A Cal Flame Kegorator neatly stores a full-sized keg inside your island. Best of all, the insulated kegorator keeps the keg nice and cool, all you have to do is pour. Want something a little more festive? Make sure to add a few drops of green food coloring to your pint glass before pouring.

What’s on the menu? Prepare some traditional Irish food for the big cook out.

Corned Beef Hash: Prepare the grill for indirect cooking over medium heat (350° to 450°F). Arrange the celery, carrot, onion, and garlic in a 9-by-13-inch heavy-duty foil pan. Place the corned beef on top of the vegetables. Sprinkle the contents of the spice packet over the corned beef and rub into the surface of the meat.

Shamrock Salad: Remove woody ends from asparagus and cut into equal lengths. Cook peas and asparagus in boiling salted water for around 2 minutes or until just tender but still crisp. Drain, pat dry and place into a bowl with rocket, spinach and celery. Combine a olive oil and vinegar dressing, add salt and pepper to taste and mix well through. Pour over salad, and toss.

Keep your fresh veggies inside your optional refrigerator for a crisp and fresh tasting side salad.

Don’t have a Cal Flame Outdoor Kitchen yet? Make sure to visit the newly renovated www.CalFlameBBQ.com to find a certified Cal Flame BBQ dealer near you! Maximize your outdoor living space with BBQ Islands, outdoor fireplaces and firepits, or simply remodel with outdoor accessories from Cal Flame to give your backyard or patio a whole new look and feel.