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Q To Me
My Weber Q is a little colored grill with four features: power, versatility, portability and most importantly, spunk.
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How to Grill Indirect on your Gas Grill
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How to Grill Over Direct Heat on your Gas Grill
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The Evolution of the Gas Grill
See how the Weber gas grill has evolved over the last 5 decades
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Cleaning Tips for Fall
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How to Grill Over Indirect Heat on a Charcoal Grill
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How to Grill over Direct Heat on your Charcoal Grill
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Introducing the New Spirit II Series
Welcome to the Weber family with a Spirit II gas grill
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The Updated iGrill App is Better Than Ever
We updated the iGrill app and it's better than ever!
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Weber's Generous Warranty Program Just Got Better!
Our best-in-class warranty program just got better!
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Remember the Weber Red Kettles?
The history behind the iconic Weber red kettle grill
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The Red Kettle - It's Back!
The iconic red kettle is back for a limited time only!
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The Anatomy of the Portable and Powerful Q Grill
What makes our Q portable grills so special?
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Genesis II's 10-Year Warranty: Weber Will Be There For You
We believe our responsibility continues when the grill arrives in your backyard.
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Why Would Anyone Eat a Hedgehog?
Burgers, chicken, steak....hedgehog??
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65 Years of Innovation
A look back on the last 65 years from the Godfather of the Weber brand!
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Do Codfish Really Have Tongues?
A funny tale from the Weber archives
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Our 65 Year Journey
Celebrating 65 years of innovation!
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Firing Up The Firefighters
Find out why firefighters made the perfect grill demonstrators back in Weber's earliest days!
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The Cazadores 100 Days of Grilling Giveaway
Find out how you can win awesome grilling prizes 100 days in a row!
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Genesis II Ignition System
Completely redesigned and backed by an industry leading warranty, these igniters are built to last.
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Weber's Greatest Hits is Hitting the Road
Jamie Purviance hits the road to talk about our newest cookbook, Weber's Greatest Hits.
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A Salute to Steak
As you gather with friends and family for Memorial Day, please join us as we salute the men and women who have stepped up to serve our country.
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Is Your Propane Tank Up To Date?
Here is a quick guide to help explain what the markings on your tank stand for and if it is time to have your tank recertified.
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The Anatomy of a Weber Kettle
Let's breakdown the basic design of the Weber kettle to learn a little more about what's going on inside your grill
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Weber's Greatest Hits: 125 Classic Recipes for Every Grill
“Weber’s Greatest Hits” features 125 all-time favorite recipes as selected by Weber fans and experts.
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What Do Mail Chests and Grills Have In Common?
What do mail chests and grills have in common? Read on to learn an interesting piece of Weber's history!
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Introducing the Weber iGrill 3 High-Tech Grilling Thermometer
Grillers around the world fell in love with the iGrill® Classic, followed by the iGrill® 2. Now, Weber is happy to introduce the iGrill® 3!
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The Weber Kettle and Weber Briquettes - The Best of Both Worlds
Find out why Weber Briquettes provide both the best flavor and the consistent results
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Thrill of the Grill - Grilled Chili
Taking classes at the Weber Grill Academy is one of the best perks about working here!
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Introducing the High Performance Burners on Genesis II
Learn more about the innovation behind our new and improved high performance burner tubes
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Genesis II - Our Most Loved Gas Grill Just Got Better
Can you improve perfection? We just did!
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The Evolution of the Charcoal Grill
The history behind the iconic kettle grill.
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The Anatomy of the Summit Charcoal Grill
The Summit Charcoal Grill has internal workings that harmoniously work together in providing optimal performance at every level.
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Where's Waldo?
A look back at some of the history of Weber.
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Make It A Safe Labor Day BBQ!
These simple tips will keep you worry-free and give you lots more time to enjoy your guests this Labor Day weekend!
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Meet the Fan Who Drove 300 Miles for the Summit Charcoal Grill
So what does it take to be a die-hard Weber fan? 300 miles, 7 Weber grills, and a dog named Robby. Meet Lee Barnes, a competitive griller and enthusiast from...
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The Mobile Grill Academy and Kenwood Vineyards: A Match Made in Grilling Heaven
Nearing the end of its third year on tour, the Mobile Grill Academy is far from cooling down.
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Burn Rubber, Not Burgers with the Mobile Grill Academy at Sturgis
Come Join Our Mobile Grill Academy for Grilling Competitions at Sturgis Motorcycle Rally!
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The Basics to Brisket
Here are the basics you need to know before smoking your first brisket
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Home On The Road
Now you can grill at your home away from home
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Memories with My Weber
Hear Dustin's Story about His Father, His Son and His Weber
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Weber's Grilling School is Hitting the Road!
Find out where Weber's Grilling School is going to be next!
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The Mobile Grill Academy at Memphis in May
Hear the Stories about The Mobile Grill Academy at Memphis in May
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Memphis in May: 3 Days in BBQ Heaven
Three Days in BBQ Heaven
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What's Cookin'?
Take a look back at Weber's long history of cookbooks
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Weber's New American Barbecue
Weber's New American Barbecue: A Modern Spin on the Classics
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George Stephen - The Man and His Legacy
Get to know the man behind the iconic Weber kettle charcoal grill.
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Must-Have Accessories for the Summit Charcoal Grill
Must-have accessories for the newest member of the Weber family
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Summit Charcoal Grill FAQ
FAQ about the newest member of the Weber family.
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Why the Summit Charcoal Grill is Unique
Find out more about the features that make the Summit charcoal grill so special.
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The Summit Charcoal Grill - It Has Finally Arrived!
Welcome to the newest member of the Weber family!
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How Important are BTU's?
Find out why big BTU's don't really matter.
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George's Legacy Lives On
In 1952 George A. Stephen simply wanted to grill a better steak.
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NEW Weber Grills iPhone App
The new free app is here!
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The Story Behind Lookin' Ain't Cookin'
The feature that started a backyard revolution!
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Essential Tools For The Holidays
Here are a few essential tools that I use to get my holiday grilling on!
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My Favorite Time Of The Grilling Year
Tips on prime rib PLUS a giveaway!
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Woods To Smoke With
While just the act of grilling creates new flavors, there is one more way I like to add to the experience: smoke.
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Holiday Gift Guide
Get the gift for every griller on your list with this guide!
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2 Must Have Tools For The Turkey Grill Master
Be a true grill master this season with these tools.
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The Ease Of Using An Electric Q
Enjoy the experience of outdoor cooking, and expect the same results as if you had a gas or charcoal grill.
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Fuel Options For The Weber Q
2 options for fueling Weber Q where you want to go!
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Using Foil On Your Grill
“Aluminum foil can foil a good time”
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A Night At The Grill
My perspective of grilling dinner.
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Let There Be (A Grill) Light!
The best tool for grilling in the dark!
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The Griddle: My Favorite Grill Accessory
The griddle. No matter the meal or the time of day, it’s the one Gourmet Barbecue System accessory I always reach for first.
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Grilling Unfamiliar Food—Weber’s On the Grill App
The best tool for your grilling and it's so easy to use!
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The Q in Color Commercial Shoot
Grilling food for a Weber commercial means one thing: making sure everything coming off a hot grate is perfect.
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Class Of´85: The Creators Of The Genesis
THIS YEAR MARKS 30 YEARS SINCE WEBER LAUNCHED GENESIS – the gas grill which revolutionized barbecuing like the kettle grill did 33 years earlier.
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Raise Up Your Tongs In Honor Of George Stephen
Now fire up that grill and raise your tongs as we say happy birthday to our backyard hero, George Stephen.
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The Story Behind "Demo" Kettles
Product demonstrations have been the foundation for Weber's success.
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When A Classic Comes Home
It’s not every day one comes across a Weber Imperial Sequoia. When you do, you cherish it, hug it and hold on to it and grill on it like it was George Stephen’s backyard grill.
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Change The Way You See Grilling
Weber Q 1200 in 6 NEW Colors!
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Ultimate BBQ Game Day Checklist
The 5 key tips to ensure tailgate or home gate success!
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The Wishing Well
The history on this unusual grill.
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Happy Holidays From All Of Us At Weber
All of us at Weber find the holidays a great time to fire up our grills.
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Why NOT Grill In Winter?
I used to ask myself “why grill in the winter” but then one day I asked myself, "why NOT grill in the winter?”
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Gifts For The Grillmaster
If it goes on my grill or in my belly, I probably want it for Christmas. Here are some ideas for the grill master in your life.
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Top 10 Uses For A Drip Pan
Give the gift your favorite barbecue enthusiast is guaranteed to use and will always appreciate.
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A Firehouse Turkey Tale
What do a grill-roasted turkey and a house full of firefighters have in common? Both can be great ways to share the joy of grilling.
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Holiday Heroics
Cook the bird on a Weber Grill and never worry again!
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My Perfectly Cool Kitchen
Most of the time the weather, even in Chicago, is not too cold or wet to keep a grilling enthusiast from the great taste of grill-roasted turkey or prime rib.
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Things Got Out Of Ham
Now this is a bbq feast! 36-inch Ranch kettles, fifty 18-pound hams, 500 pounds of charcoal to the bank and a half-truckload of freshly baked rye bread.
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A First-Class Luau
“At Weber we like to do everything in a first-class manner.”
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My Love Affair: Grilling And Beer
I love to grill, and I love beer. Thankfully, the two go hand in hand. Literally.
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How To Set Up Your Smoker
Get the basics on how to how to set-up and use the Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker.
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How We Make The Weber Kettle
Read the story about the iconic kettle and how we make it.
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Behind The Scenes Grilling
Our mission was simple, make the grilled food look great. No post production special effects, just great food grilled on a fleet of Weber grills.
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Where Does Charcoal Come From?
Check out how charcoal is made!
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The History Of The Weber Q
We regularly hear from Q owners who are surprised how well these grills barbecue food no matter where they take them.
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Barrel Bar-B-Que
Check out this 1972 Weber!
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When The Teacher Becomes The Student
Weber had the opportunity to learn the “trade secrets” of BBQ Nirvana from Pit Master and Weber Smokey Mountain Master, Harry Soo.
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Loving the Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker Smoker
Smoking is the ultimate lesson in patience because there is no way to cheat or speed up the process. The meat is simply done when it is done.
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A New Type Of Portable Grill
The grill for people who wanted a full-sized 22" Weber kettle that could be wheeled anyplace.
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The History Of The Smokey Joe
The Smokey Joe provides consumers with a smaller size Weber kettle barbecue to take camping, picnicking or to the beach.
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The Great Grill-a-thon of 1973
The competition lasted the whole summer, until the piece de resistance.
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Go Behind The Scenes of Weber's Test Kitchen
I get paid to grill all day, it is a pretty good job.
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Who Inspired You?
Ask that question to anyone who grills and most of the time they'll say their Dad.
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Generational Grilling
Passing down the passion for grilling from one generation to another.
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Father's Day Giveaway
Win 2 Double R Ranch 2lb. bone in Rib Eye steaks Father’s Day gift pack!
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Grilling For My Daughter On Father's Day
At 19 months, my daughter already loves barbecue and I am not surprised.
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Memphis In May
For three days my Weber colleagues and I watched some of the world’s best competition barbecue teams smoke, grill and sear their hearts out.
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Weber: Everywhere
Everyone speaks Weber. No matter where in the world you are.
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Lesson Learned: Hot Pants Are Out
Decked out in the ultra-mod fashion of the day—powder blue polyester bellbottoms and a matching shirt with swaying palm trees on it—I was dressed to grill. Yow!
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My Extended Weber Family
What makes the Weber kettle so special is that it brings everything together. It brings people together, cultures together, and the world together.
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The Original Party Grill
Check out the history of the Flamenco Grill.
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Happy Mother's Day!
Being a mother is the hardest job I’ve ever loved and I can’t think of a better way to spend this special day than in my backyard, around the grill surrounded by the people I love and great food.
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Mother's Day Giveaway
Win a 4 pack of 8oz filet mignon from Snake River Farms!
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Grilling For The Moms I Love
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. Thank you for all that you do!
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Happy Barbecue Month from Weber!
Here’s to 31 days of great grilling action!
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Have Fun With It!
Grilling should always be happiness and joy. So please: just cut loose, foot loose, kick up your heels and just Have Fun with It!
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The WOW Factor
When you buy a Weber, you just joined our family.
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Smokey Joe Travels America
Follow the story of two Weber Grill Smokey Joes traveling through Iconic American landscapes with the Grill Academy Experience Team.
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Serious Grills For Unserious Times
Weber makes a SERIOUS grill you can trust. But we do that so you can enjoy the “unserious” moments that happen around great tasting food. #unserioustimes
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Go Behind The Scenes of Weber's NEW Commercial
The amount of planning and work that goes into a 30 second commercial is astounding.
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Dinner - A Time To Disconnect & Reconnect
The dinner table is a great place to reconnect and create a sacred ground for three things: family, conversation and some tasty food.
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Burger Brilliance
Sometimes the simplest things are the hardest to get just right. Anyone can grill a burger, right? But how do you make a brilliant burger?
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50,000,000,000 Burgers
These days Americans are redefining our most iconic dish. I know this because I spent most of last year eating burgers across the land while working on “Weber’s Big Book of Burgers.”
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Check Out Our Newest Cookbook
He’s done it again! Chef Jamie Purviance has delivered another mouth-watering, juice dripping down your hands, saucy classic in our newest cookbook Weber’s Big Book of Burgers.
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Why Weber?
It’s my best friend. It makes me a success. I never have to worry. It just works.
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Born In Chicago, Loved All Over The World
We are excited to announce a new partnership with the Chicago Cubs kicking off today at Wrigley Field.
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The Best Service For The Best Customers!
Charcoal or gas, Smokey Joe or Summit, the Weber Customer Service Representatives are prepared to assist you with finding the Weber of your dreams, assembling your Weber, getting the best flavor from
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Where Weber Grills Are Born
In our video you will see first hand how it all began and what goes into making sure you are always a backyard hero.
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The Weber Way – It's What We Do
We get asked all the time, what makes Weber grills different?
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A Bout With A Trout
How I overcame my fear of grilling fish.
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Who Doesn't Love A Little Competition?
Planning, Preparation and Patience are the 3 keys to any grilling competition!
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Weber Is Grilling Across America
In March of 2014, our Weber Grill Academy Experience it hitting the road!
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Weber Kettle - Born from a Buoy
In celebration of the man who launched a thousand backyard barbecues and revolutionized the America grilling industry.
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Happy Birthday To The Man Who Brought Us The Weber Grill
Today we celebrate the founder and creator of the icon Weber Kettle, George A. Stephen!
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From Unknown to Unsurpassed
We’ve come a long way!
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The Kettle That Started It All
In 1952 George Stephen set out to grill a decent steak.
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Who is Mr. Weber?
It’s inevitable. I’m traveling somewhere, the Weber logo on my bag, and I hear from behind me, “Oh, I know Mr. Weber!”
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My Love, The Weber Summit Grill Center
Love is a strong word when it comes to a grill, and in the case of my Weber Summit Grill Center, it’s not enough.
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For The Love of The Grill
In the spirit of celebrating the holiday of LOVE, here a few of the things that will make your experience with a Weber grill unique.
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I Love My Weber. No Really, I Seriously Do.
“Thank you Weber. It’s my buddy. It never disappoints me.”
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Big Love
I remember the first day we brought Big Baby, my Weber Ranch Kettle, home.
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Grilling for My Valentine
If you really want to show someone special how important they are to you, impress them with a delicious grilled meal.
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Why I Love My Job
I get to grill on all of our products and use all of our accessories. I can be grilling steaks in 90 degree heat or in 13 inches of snow.
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The Tale of Extreme Grilling at -30 Degrees!
A Weber grill has never let me down, no matter what the weather.
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How My Family Lost 600 pounds
It’s no secret how much I love grilling and all things Weber.
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A Healthy Grilling Perspective
For most people, when hunger strikes at the office they have a vending machine and maybe some stale doughnuts or leftover birthday cake in the break room to choose f...
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Putting Healthy In
For me, 2014 is a time for change.
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14.5" Weber Smoker Makes a Comeback
Long before we started selling Weber Smokey Mountain Cookers people were enjoying the smoky flavor of beef brisket, ribs, pork shoulder and chicken at their favorite barbecue restaurant.
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Exciting Year Ahead
We are proud to call you our family, and we take great pride in all of the products we make to ensure you are the backyard hero of your family.
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2014 Grill Resolution
What is your grill resolution for 2014? Here are some of ours!
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Happy Holidays from our Backyard to Yours!
We have you covered when it comes to gifts for all the grillers on your list.
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