Fire Up the Holiday: Memorial Day Tomahawk Ribeyes & the Outdoor Kitchens Built for Moments Like This

Memorial Day weekend isn't just the unofficial start of summer — it's the first great gathering of the season. The one where the neighbors show up, the kids run through the yard, and someone inevitably says, "We need to do this more often." This year, make it unforgettable. We're talking tomahawk ribeyes, live fire, and an outdoor kitchen that turns your backyard into the destination everyone wants to be.

The Tomahawk Ribeye: King of the Holiday Cook

If you've never cooked a tomahawk ribeye, Memorial Day weekend is your moment. That dramatic long bone, the thick-cut marbling, the sheer presence of it on the grill — it's not just a steak, it's a statement.

Here's how to nail it every time:

• Season boldly. Kosher salt, cracked black pepper, and a touch of garlic powder. Apply generously 45 minutes before cooking and let it come to room temperature.
• Reverse sear for perfection. Start low and slow — indirect heat at 225°F until the internal temp hits 115°F. Then blast it over direct high heat for 2 minutes per side to build that crust.
• Rest it. Tent loosely with foil for 10 minutes. This is non-negotiable.
• Finish with flair. A pat of herb butter — rosemary, thyme, garlic — melted over the top just before serving. Done.

The Outdoor Kitchens That Were Made for This

A cook this good deserves a stage worthy of it. Here are four outdoor kitchen brands we carry that bring the heat — literally and figuratively.

Videl Outdoor Kitchens

Videl's modular outdoor kitchen systems are built for the entertainer who refuses to compromise. Clean lines, premium materials, and configurations that grow with your vision. Whether you're working with a compact patio or a sprawling terrace, Videl delivers a setup that looks as good as it performs.

Kokomo Grills

Kokomo is the gold standard for outdoor kitchen islands — stainless steel construction, built-in grills, side burners, refrigerators, and storage all in one cohesive system. Set up a Kokomo island and you'll never need to run back inside again. Everything you need is right there, exactly where it should be.

Wildfire Outdoor Living

Wildfire brings serious cooking performance to the outdoor kitchen space. Their grills are engineered for high-heat searing — exactly what a tomahawk ribeye demands. Pair a Wildfire grill with their outdoor kitchen components and you have a setup that professional chefs would envy.

Blaze Grills

Blaze has built a loyal following for good reason — exceptional build quality, lifetime warranties, and grills that perform at the highest level season after season. Their outdoor kitchen components integrate seamlessly, making Blaze a smart long-term investment for the serious outdoor cook.

Your Backyard. Your Paradise.

The best Memorial Day memories aren't made at restaurants or catered events. They happen in your own backyard, around your own fire, with the people who matter most. The right outdoor kitchen doesn't just make cooking easier — it makes those moments possible, again and again, for years to come.

Ready to build your slice of paradise? Explore our outdoor kitchen collections and let's make every weekend feel like a holiday.

From all of us at The Manor and Terrace — we remember those who paid the ultimate price to preserve our freedom and liberties, and to the families who carry their legacy forward we thank you. Happy Memorial Day. 🇺🇸