Tis’ the season that keeps on giving! Only yesterday, we concluded National Hamburger Month, and today is already the beginning of yet another festive and special month-long celebration…National Steakhouse Month!

As stated on Chase’s Calendar of Events and Ask.com, National Steakhouse Month is, “To celebrate the steakhouse, that uniquely American restaurant, and to recognize and promote the art of expert grilling. Sponsored by Morton’s The Steakhouse, the world’s leading fine-dining restaurant brand.”

So I thought it would appropriate to start with the basics to help ensure that everyone can truly celebrate “the art of expert grilling” and feel comfortable behind the grill by month’s end. That said, take a look at this video that we took of my esteemed colleague, Executive Chef Eddie Bernal out of our San Francisco location. In it, he talks about the “hand test,” a tried-and-true method that anyone can use to figure out if they’re serving their guests bloody-rare burgers or too-well-done t-bones.

Another one of colleagues, Executive Chef Nick Butler from our Louisville location, was recently interviewed by the Courier-Journal and offers some simple tips on grilling a burger, along with one of our best recipes…the Morton’s “Million-Dollar” Burger! So between his tips, this recipe and your hand, your next backyard bbq is sure to be a good one.

Stay tuned throughout National Steakhouse Month for more tips, recipes and contests! You can also visit our YouTube channel and search for previous videos and TV clips that feature grilling tips and recipes. And to celebrate not only National Steakhouse Month, but dads and grads as well, today is the start of our June Gift Card offer.  Click here for more details or to make your purchase.

Happy Grilling!

Morton's Corporate Chef Chris RookChris Rook
Corporate Chef
Morton’s The Steakhouse