Lidl releases fold‑away Grillmeister barbecue as summer grilling trend spikes

Lidl relaunched its popular fold‑away Grillmeister charcoal grill on 26 June. Priced at €21.99, the compact grill folds to 36 × 25.5 × 4.5 cm and expands to a cooking surface of 33.5 × 23 cm, weighing 2.8 kg. It features a powder‑coated steel body, a removable handle, and a ventilated charcoal tray for fast, even heating. The product was a best‑seller last summer and is expected to draw long queues in stores.

At the same time, a range of inexpensive barbecue accessories is being promoted, all priced below €25. Options include heat‑resistant gloves (up to 800 °C), a steel chimney starter for quick charcoal ignition, a dual‑probe meat thermometer, grill baskets for vegetables, and a 28‑piece kit containing tongs, spatulas, knives, brushes and more. These items are available from online retailers such as Amazon, providing budget‑friendly upgrades for home grills and terraces.