These 7 grilling accessories will take your barbecues to the next level this summer

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After a winter season that dragged out a bit and a wet stretch of spring months, we can all rejoice for this weekend is Memorial Day, and thus marks the unofficial start of summer. 

Whether you're hitting the beach house or enjoying your extra day off at home, Memorial Day weekend is a great time to fire up the grill.

You can show your appreciation for the summer season with burgers, hot dogs, ribs, wings, corn on the cob, and hopefully plenty of cold beer.

Last week we covered the best grills of all sorts, but as any seasoned grillmaster knows, it takes more than a spark and some hot coals to properly run the grill. Thus, below I've collected some of the grilling accessories you should consider investing in, if you want to take your barbecue game to the next level. Check it out, see if you're missing anything, and enjoy the summer.

A sturdy spatula

Amazon

Unless you're completely new to grilling, chances are you already have a solid spatula at your disposal. But seeing as it is one of the most essential tools to the grilling process, it's not a bad idea to upgrade, if your current model is showing some wear. This Mr Grill spatula has the added bonus of a bottle opener built right in, so you don't have to leave your burgers unattended while you pop a cold one.

Mr Grill Luxury Oak Barbecue Spatula, $11.95, available at Amazon.

Quality tongs

Amazon

Tongs are another must-have item for grill enthusiasts. While flipping burgers represents a romanticized version of the art, much of the grilling process involves delicately rotating chicken wings to whichever side isn't perfectly crisped yet.

Mr Grill 16" Luxury Oak Barbecue Tongs, $12.95, available at Amazon.

A set of skewers

Williams-Sonoma

A quality set of skewers is important, as there are few foods more fun to eat than shish kebabs. Also, set out a bunch of veggies, chicken, sauces, and spices and you can host a "make-your-own kebab" party, which, trust me, is an absolute blast.

Stainless-Steel Sliding Skewer, $39.95, available at Williams-Sonoma.

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