Weber Grill Academy – First Blogger’s Party

Let’s get really fired up at the Weber Grill Academy Blogger’s Party! Today I am sharing photos and all the experience I had at this awesome party!

Last week, some blogger friends and I had the privilege to be part of the first Weber Blogger’s Party at the Weber – Canada’s first Grill Academy. This is the only cooking school in Canada dedicated to the art and skill of grilling. We were invited to experience a unique hands-on culinary experience that was designed for grillers of all levels. It was an incredible night, and I was delighted to be part of this event and share everything with you guys.

Weber Grill Specialist Chef Michael P. Clive was responsible for guiding us through a hands-on grilling class. I have to say that I love the way he explained everything about grilling. The class was very informative and educational, as well as fun. He used different types of grills and grilling accessories, and we also had the chance to use both gas and charcoal. It was definitely an exciting class.

Before starting the event, we tasted some awesome appetizers such as brie with blueberry sauce, arugula pizza, and a cute Watermelon grilled fruit plate.

When we started the class all the stations were already set up with all the ingredients pre-measured and prepped for us. 

I thought it was great because our job was easier and faster. Also, it reduces the risk of your recipe turning out wrong. We also had iPads on the stations so we could read all the instructions for the recipes we were cooking during the night.

Our first recipe was to season the chicken to make incredibly DELICIOUS Smoked Chicken Drumettes with an Orange-Honey Glaze.

Guys, these drumettes were to die for, especially because of this glaze. It was made with ½ cup of orange marmalade, ¼ cup of honey, and ½ teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper. I really love this recipe, and I can’t wait to make it again at home.

Then we made Grilled Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. No words could describe accurately how good this cake was.

It was so good that I filled my plate two times. That was the first time I made an upside-down cake and the first time I baked a cake on a grill!!! I mean, how awesome is that?!!!

We also made Cedar-Planked Salmon. This was also my first time making salmon on a cedar plank, and to be honest, I don’t know why I waited so long to try and to make this. It was DIVINE, so juicy and flavourful.

We also made Asparagus and Potato Napoleons with Tarragon Vinaigrette. This vinaigrette was definitely the queen of this dish.

The combination of Dijon mustard, fresh tarragon, lemon juice, and extra-virgin olive oil, was perfect and just brought the potatoes and asparagus to the next level.

The last dish of the night was the delicious Beef Satay with peanut sauce. It is incredible how peanut butter goes really well with beef. Love this sauce.

Now, I have to say, guys, that THE BEST part of this amazing and fun night was when Chef Michel announced that each and every one of us was going to receive the new Q 1200 grill in our favourite colours. Mine was blue. I can’t wait to start to use my brand new grill when the weather gets better. I promise I will come back with a delicious recipe for you guys, using my grill.

This was a one-of-a-kind experience. I left the event with a big smile on my face and very grateful for having this great opportunity to meet new bloggers, learn more techniques to grill better, and work with this amazing team at Weber. I have to give a special thanks to Theresa, who was helpful, friendly, enthusiastic, and kind to all of us.

If you are interested in having this awesome experience at Weber Grill Academy, please note that the Grill Academy is available for private parties and corporate events. Classes are held year-round and are always hands-on. The classes are three hours long, and after you finish cooking, you will be invited to sit in the entertaining area and enjoy your own creations.