Whether you’re celebrating summer by the sea or in your backyard, these must-have items will take you through the season.
Grass Fed Grillin’ Box; $195
Stemple Creek Ranch, Tomales
Bring on grilling season with a box of barbecue-ready favorites, including ribeye steaks, pork spareribs, linguica sausage and more — all produced locally using sustainable agricultural practices.
Big Green Egg MiniMax; $600
Goodman Building Supply, Mill Valley
Grill on the go — from camping to tailgating — with this portable, kamado-style charcoal grill that can fit up to four burgers or two steaks and includes an easy-to-grip carrier.
Splatter Oval Platter; $40
Crow Canyon, San Anselmo
Marin-based, family-owned Crow Canyon has been manufacturing durable, lightweight enamelware products for 44 years. Our pick for backyard barbecues: the iconic Splatter line, which includes serving pieces, plates, pitchers and tumblers.
Pique Hot Pepper Sauce; from $6
Sol Food, Mill Valley and San Rafael
Ribs, steak, chicken — whatever barbecue fare you decide to spike with local restaurant fave Sol Food’s house-made Puerto Rican hot sauce, just make sure you have plenty on hand.
Theo Sunglasses
Price upon request Rims & Goggles, Mill Valley
Sunny days call for standout shades from independent eyewear specialist Rims & Goggles, which specializes in bespoke styles that run the gamut from classic to outrageous.
Mallorca Beach Towel
$68 Serena & Lily, Sausalito
With its bold nautical stripes and hand-knotted fringe, this Sausalito-based company’s super-plush, absorbent Turkish Aegean cotton towel is a stunner for beach and pool days alike.
Yon-Ka Paris SPF 50 Sunscreen Cream; $56
Dalini Skin Care Spa, San Rafael
Safeguard your skin with this broad-spectrum, antiaging, hydrating sunscreen enriched with three types of tea extracts. Use it on face and body — kids, too.
Marine Layer Tote; $98
Larkspur
This roomy tote will not only elevate your beachwear look, it’s also practical; the recycled cotton canvas is treated with a dirt-resistant WhiteGuard coating to prevent stains.
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