1x1 - Martini Birthday Barbecue

Chef Rob Rainford hosts a martini-inspired birthday barbecue, with Martini-Marinated Salmon and Martini-Marinated Leg of Lamb on the menu.

1x2 - The Barbecue For No Reason

Host Rob Rainford prepares some barbecue staples including Grilled Chicken and Ribs with Garlic-Grilled Tomatoes.

1x3 - Parents Night Out

Host Rob Rainford creates a shellfish barbecue for his friends' first night out after the birth of their first-born. Dishes include Grilled Clams with Lemon-Butter Sauce, Caribbean Shrimp and Scallop Brochettes.

1x4 - Baseball Pulled Pork

After a softball tournament, host Rob Rainford and his friends cook a victory barbecue of Pulled Pork and all the fixings.

1x5 - Nothing But Chicken

Host Rob Rainford demonstrates how to do chicken with style as he and some friends enjoy barbecue Rotisserie Chicken, Marinated Grilled Chicken and Smoked Sides.

1x6 - Garage Sale Brunch

Following the neighbourhood garage sale, host Rob Rainford treats everyone to a big barbecue brunch, including Slow-Smoked Canadian Back Bacon, Toasted Fruit, Cinnamon Toast Kabobs and Pancakes.

1x7 - Blind Date With Garlic

Host Rob Rainford decides to barbecue a garlic meal, including Grilled Vegetables with Garlic Anchovy Dip and Grilled Trout with Proscuitto, for a friend’s blind date.

1x8 - Toga Party

Rob Rainford hosts a toga party where the guests must feed each other. Menu items include: Grilled Oysters, Smoked Corn on the Cob with Garlic Chive Butter and Lamb Sausages.

1x9 - The Mediterranian Feast

Host Rob Rainford prepares a Mediterranean barbecue for his new Greek neighbours, grilling Octopus, Sardines and Moroccan Lamb Kabobs that will make his guests feel right at home.

1x10 - Karaoke Slow Ribs

July 1, 2004

It's karaoke night in Rob Rainford's backyard and Smoked Spareribs, Spicy Beef Short Ribs and fresh Grilled Vegetables are on the menu for his wannabe stars.

1x11 - The Engagement

Host Rob Rainford prepares a special romantic dinner for a friend planning on proposing to his girlfriend. Dished include: Zucchini Crab Cakes, Grilled Lobster and Chocolate-Dipped Grilled Fruit Kabobs.

1x12 - Total Eclipse

It's a total eclipse of the moon and Rob Rainford is hosting a nighttime barbecue so friends can gather to watch the event. Dishes include: Grilled Chicken Tikka, Pork Tenderloin with Banana Salsa and Grilled Fennel with Anchovy-Garlic Butter.

1x13 - Block Party

Host Rob Rainford hosts a block party and makes an impression with Oyster Kabobs, Spicy Chicken Wings, Pork Kabobs and Grilled Antipasto in Endive Boats.

1x14 - Mexican Fiesta

Host Rob Rainford decides to take his family to Mexico and has a big fiesta to foreshadow the trip. Dishes include: Roasted Vegetable Quesadillas, Grilled Fish with Charred Chili Salsa and Grilled Chicken Burritos with Charred Tomato Guacomole.

1x15 - Full Moon- Summer Solstice

Host Rob Rainford and friends get together under the first full moon of the summer. Dished include: Veal Chops with Red Wine Glaze, Asian Pork Ribs, Marinated and Grilled Asparagus, and fresh Red and Yellow Peppers with Feta and Olives.

1x16 - Surprise Guest For Dinner

It’s Friday night and host Rob Rainford’s boss is coming to dinner. To dazzle him, Rainford prepares Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Honey Glaze, Smoked Haddock and Grilled Polenta with some elegant side dishes.

1x17 - Da Boys

Host Rob Rainford and friends have their annual red meat fest, with Beef Short Ribs, Prime Rib, Porterhouse with Herb Butter and Caesar Salad on the menu.

1x18 - The Soccer Team Fundraiser

Rob hosts a backyard fundraiser to help out the kids soccer team. He entices them with Butterfly Prawns with Chili Raspberry Sauce, Tandoori spiced cauliflower, and Fried Smoked Chicken Drumsticks.

1x19 - The Superstar Celebration

When one of Rob Rainford’s friends gets a walk-on part in a big summer movie, he grills a feast for a Hollywood-style, post-movie screening soiree. Dishes include: Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Veal Chops with Lemon Caper Sauce and Grilled Greek Potatoes.

1x20 - The Hole In One

Host Rob Rainford celebrates his buddy’s hole-in-one on the golf course with a meal that’s more than up-to-par. Dishes include Smoked Scallops with Citrus Vinaigrette, Lobster and Grilled Stuffed Beef Tenderloin.

1x22 - The Girls' Championship Game

Host Rob Rainford creates a dinner fit for champions for his wife and her touch-football team, following the ladies’ championship game. Dishes include: Grilled Shrimp Salad with Tarragon Dressing, Stuffed, Marinated and Grilled Chicken Breasts and Chocolate-Berry Burritos.

1x23 - Burgs and Dogs- Paint the Fence

Host Rob Rainford rewards his friends with Gourmet Hamburgers, Smoked Hot Dogs and Corn after a day of painting his fence.

1x24 - Bocce Ball Tournament

1x25 - Taste of the Sea

Summertime means fresh fish, so host Rob Rainford quick-grills four different fish, including Marinated Whitefish and Tuna.

1x26 - Pool Party

Host Rob Rainford hosts a pool party cannonball contest, creating a tasty menu for the participants. Dished include: Onion-Water Lamb Chops, Beer-based Ribs, Lentil and Chickpea Burger, Avocado and Grapefruit Salad and Grilled Cheese.