The Tongs

We all own tongs, but you’ll need to make sure you have a pair of extra-long steel tongs, free of any plastic or silicone on the business end. You’ll be using these tongs in or near hot flames, and you won’t want that plastic melting into your precious burgers. Get yourself a pair of 16-inch (40-cm) stainless-steel tongs—again, available at any kitchen-supply store.