Mr. Bar-B-Q® Launches Into the Social Media Spotlight with Its Debut on Facebook and Twitter

Old Bethpage, NY, June 23, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Mr. Bar-B-Q®, the world’s expert in designing innovative, premier barbecue accessories and outdoor lifestyle tools, today announces its official debut into the social media world with its new Facebook and Twitter pages.

“This is a celebration for Mr. Bar-B-Q and we’re thrilled to connect with fans, followers, customers and retailers on a more personal level,” said Marc Zemel, CEO of Mr. Bar-B-Q®. “We’re looking forward to the constant interaction social media provides us and keeping everyone up to date with the latest and the greatest.”

Facebook will provide Mr. Bar-B-Q with direct communication to customers about new product introductions, marketing efforts, anniversary celebrations and ongoing contests. Mr. Bar-B-Q will host consistent events and giveaways and partner with likeminded brands in the food and grilling industry. Mr. Bar-B-Q will also directly answer product and company related questions through these platforms.

“To jump start our launch, we are hosting a Fourth of July Get Grillin’ Giveaway. We want to generate Mr. Bar-B-Q buzz and giveaway our favorite products to make this patriotic holiday even more celebratory,” said Zemel. “One lucky winner will be making holiday burgers and grilled veggies using Mr. Bar-B-Q’s essential tools and grilling accessories.”

Want to enter the Fourth of July Get Grillin’ Giveaway? Between June 21, 2011 – July 1, 2011, visit the Mr. Bar-B-Q Facebook page and click on the Discussion tab for the Fourth of July Get Grillin’ Giveaway. Then, during the Giveaway Period (a) LIKE the Mr. Bar-B-Q Facebook page and (b) list your favorite type of food to grill and your fantasy Mr. Bar-B-Q grill tool on the Discussion post. The Giveaway Period for the Fourth of July Get Grillin’ Giveaway will begin June 21, 2011 at 12:00 a.m. PT and end July 1, 2011 at 12:00 a.m. PT. Winner will be notified via Facebook within 24 hours of the contest end date.

At random, one winner will be chosen to receive a complete Mr. Bar-B-Q gift package containing (1) 18 Piece Stainless Steel Tool Set with Carrying Case, (1) Non-Stick Grilling Basket, and two grilling accessories. More details are available on Facebook. This contest is no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.

The Mr. Bar-B-Q® line includes literally ‘Everything But the Grill™’. The company offers accessories including knife sharpeners and thermometers, burners and grids, covers for outdoor furniture, and specialized toppers such as roasters and woks. The full product line can be found at http://www.mrbarbq.com/products.php.

Mr. Bar-B-Q® products are found at retailers such as Albertsons, Amazon.com, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Costco, Home Depot, Lowes, Target, TJ Maxx, QVC, Von's/Safeway, and Wal-Mart,. The products are currently available in the Australia, Canada, Columbia, Europe, Mexico, New Zealand and the United States. Visit www.mrbarbq.com for more information and to find the closest retail location.

To receive Mr. Bar-B-Q® product samples or images, please contact Carolyn Sutton at 214-454-9214 or carolyn@624pr.com.

About Mr. Bar-B-Q®
Mr. Bar-B-Q® is the world’s expert in designing innovative, premier barbecue accessories and outdoor lifestyle tools. The family owned-and-operated company continues its nearly 40-year commitment to provide superior quality, outstanding service, excellent value, and competitive pricing. The company is constantly growing and changing by developing the latest in the grilling and barbequing industry, meting new needs, offering a variety of original products and providing the ultimate grilling experiences.

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