Smart Grilling Technology Part II with Alex from Middleby Outdoor

Written By Frankie Martinez

This week we fire things up with some sizzling highlights: Jay battles the elements during a high-humidity cookout, and Brian takes us to flavor town with a homemade Hawaiian Plate Lunch featuring steak tips and reverse-seared short ribs.

Then we’re joined by Alex, Mobile Applications Development Manager at Middleby Outdoor, for Part II of our smart grilling series. Alex breaks down how he’s helping build the future of outdoor cooking—using tiny computers to control fire. We dive into his BBQ background, how he got into the tech side of grilling, and what exactly is and is not considered "AI-powered."

Tune in as we explore:

  • What to look for in a smart grill

  • The evolution of grilling technology

  • What the future holds for connected outdoor cooking

Whether you're a backyard beginner or a gadget-loving pitmaster, this episode is packed with flavor and fire.

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Smart Grilling Technology Part II with Alex from Middleby Outdoor
Smart Grilling Technology Part II with Alex from Middleby Outdoor

This week we fire things up with some sizzling highlights: Jay battles the elements during a high-humidity cookout, and Brian takes us to flavor town with a homemade Hawaiian Plate Lunch. Then we’re joined by Alex, Mobile Applications Development Manager at Middleby Outdoor, for Part II of our smart grilling series. Alex breaks down how he’s helping build the future of outdoor cooking—using tiny computers to control fire. We dive into his BBQ background, how he got into the tech side of grilling, and what exactly is and is not considered "AI-powered." Tune in as we explore: What to look for in a smart grill? The evolution of grilling technology, and what the future holds for connected outdoor cooking. Whether you're a backyard beginner or a gadget-loving pitmaster, this episode is packed with flavor and fire.

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