For the Love of the Grill: Wisconsin Grilling Experts Serve Up Tips, Recipes and Wisconsin-Made Foods

Madison, WI, May 11, 2012 --(PR.com)-- The USA loves to grill, in fact, according to a 2011 study by the Hearth, Patio, and Barbeque Association, 82% of Americans own a grill. Two Wisconsin residents are indulging America's grill obsession by sharing grilling tips, recipes and tasty Wisconsin-made foods on their TV show Mad Dog & Merrill's Midwest Grill'n. The "Grillologist" recently launched their own collection of products which are available nationwide in the online gourmet food and gift store, Wisconsinmade.com. "We want to make everyone a better griller," says Mad Dog, "and show everyone how easy it is to be creative and entertain in their backyard."

About Mad Dog and Merrill:
Mad Dog and Merrill are nationally known for entertaining and educating backyard enthusiasts about the finer points of grilling. For over 30 years, the grilling gurus from Wisconsin have traveled the country performing in front of live audiences and grilling for cookouts. Mad Dog and Merrill star in a weekly television series airing in the Midwest called Mad Dog & Merrill’s Midwest Grill’n, delivering laughter and learning to grillers. They now offer the Mad Dog and Merrill Signature Brand of grilling products including sauces, marinades, seasonings, brat sauce and a cookbook which are available online at Wisconsinmade.com just in time for grilling season. Wisconsinmade.com gourmet Wisconsin foods will also be featured in an upcoming episode.

About Wisconsinmade.com:
The online gift store showcases over 2,500 products made with pride and passion by more than 250 Wisconsin artisans. Wisconsinmade.com receives national attention for the specialty foods it delivers, such as championship Wisconsin cheeses, gourmet meats, cranberries, maple syrup and the Kringle pastries identified with Wisconsin's ethnic heritage. Also featured are books written by Wisconsin authors, crafts created by Wisconsin artisans, Wisconsin sports gifts and Wisconsin themed gift baskets.