What’s Hot in Grilling: 2025 Trends You Need to Know

What’s Hot in Grilling: 2025 Trends You Need to Know

As grilling enthusiasts, we love staying ahead of the game when it comes to outdoor cooking trends. Each year brings new innovations, flavors, and techniques that keep things exciting at the grill. For 2025, Steven Raichlen’s 11 Grilling Trends for 2025 highlights some incredible shifts in the grilling world that every backyard cook should know about.

From the rise of live-fire cooking to the increasing focus on sustainability and plant-based grilling options, Raichlen dives deep into what’s shaping the grilling landscape this year. One trend we’re particularly excited about is the continued innovation in tools and tech for grill masters, making it easier than ever to level up your backyard BBQ game.

We also love how global influences are taking center stage, with bold spices and marinades from around the world adding fresh flavors to classic recipes. And if you’re a fan of BBQ culture, you’ll be happy to hear that communal cooking and outdoor dining experiences are trending too—perfect for bringing friends and family together around the fire.

For a full breakdown of all 11 trends and insights from one of the legends of BBQ, check out Steven Raichlen’s original blog post: 11 Grilling Trends for 2025.

As we kick off another year of grilling, it’s clear that 2025 is going to bring exciting opportunities to explore, create, and connect through outdoor cooking. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your grilling journey, these trends offer plenty of inspiration to fire up your grill and try something new.

Have a favorite trend you’re excited about? Let us know in the comments or tag us on social media with your 2025 grilling creations! For more grilling tips, tools, and recipes, subscribe to our newsletter or check out our latest podcast episode, 5 Tools Every Beginner Griller Needs.