Metal Skewers Are Key to Quick Summer Meals

Throwing some meat, seafood or vegetables on the grill is a great way to get a healthy, balanced meal on the table quickly, and metal skewers can help to simplify the effort. Simply alternate cut pieces of meat or seafood with hearty vegetables like peppers, squash and mushrooms on a long metal skewer and you'll be enjoying delicious kebabs in no time.

The Details

Williams Sonoma's Stainless Steel Skewers are an innovative take on the traditional metal skewer. The first thing you'll notice about these sturdy skewers is the unexpected square shape, which prevents food from spinning when the BBQ skewer is turned. The second key feature that sets these metal skewers apart is the sliding disk that helps you gently push the cooked food onto the plate in one controlled motion. Forged of stainless steel, the skewers feature smooth, tapered handles for comfort and control. At 17 inches long, these skewers offer plenty of room for a hearty portion of meat and vegetables. Available in a set of four or as part of a larger collection of BBQ tools.

Wrap it Up

A set of sturdy BBQ skewers would make a thoughtful gift for any grillmaster, particularly if you pair it with a few other outdoor cooking and dining essentials. Williams Sonoma has an expansive collection of grilling accessories and barbecue foods, so you'll have no trouble putting together a great gift. Here are just a few of the complementary items you might include:

• BBQ and grilling sauces - With flavors like sweet onion applewood, jalapeño peach and caramelized black garlic, you really can't go wrong with a gourmet BBQ sauce.
• Cocktail mixes - Who wouldn't be thrilled to receive a gourmet margarita mix and a bottle of tequila?
• Grill prep trays - These innovative trays are color-coded, so there's never any question about which tray held the raw meat and which is for the finished product.