Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Get Fired Up at the South Bay Home Show


Get ready to start cooking with gas as celebrity grill gurus Mad Dog and Merrill add some sizzle to the South Bay Home Show, happening June 4-6 at the Santa Clara Convention Center.


Mad Dog and Merrill have over 30 years of grilling experience and are known for their wacky, yet informative, barbecue demonstrationsthat teach people how to grill like a pro. The duo has penned numerous cookbooks, including The Grilling Buddies Cookbook, Grillology 101, and Forever Tailgating, and their motto is "There's nothing you can't cook on a grill!"


The pair recently received national attention on CNN, ESPN and CBS for cooking 8,000 bratwurst sausages in 20-degree-below zero weather at a Green Bay Packers Game. Mad Dog and Merrill's act mixes in unique cooking ideas and recipes with a comedic and interactive delivery that enthralls the audience throughout the entire show.


Interestingly enough, Mad Dog and Merrill have been in the industry long enough to recognize significant attitude shifts and trends in grilling.


"We find that in the past five years, people are getting more adventurous with their recipes and they are willing to experiment more with their ingredients," said Mad Dog. "Plus, the concept that grilling is a 'man's domain' has softened, and we see more and more women attending our seminars and raising their hand when we ask who in the audience owns a grill.


In addition to the cooking demonstrations, there will also be an interactive seminar for the kids by Mad Science. Mad Science provides hands-on activities that teach children about science by experimenting directly with educational materials in a fun setting.


The South Bay Home Show, June 4-6 at the Santa Clara Convention Center, features a plethora of ideas and services for all facets of your living space, from appliances and cookware demonstrations to decorating and do-it-yourself projects. Shoppers can explore , furnishings, green/sustainable products, home accents, interior design ideas, kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor living, pet adoptions and more.


For tickets and additional information, please visit http://www.southbayhomeshow.com/ or call 408-236-2000