St. Patrick’s Day Done Right: Irish-Inspired Recipes on the Wilmington Grill 

St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about wearing green — it’s about gathering, celebrating, and sharing great food. This year, skip the stovetop and bring the flavor outdoors by grilling your Irish-inspired favorites on the Wilmington Grill. With even heat distribution, durable construction, and legendary performance, it’s the perfect way to add a little smoke and sizzle to your celebration.

Here are a few festive recipes that are easy, impressive, and absolutely perfect for the grill.

🍀 Grilled Corned Beef with Guinness Glaze

Ingredients:

  • 3–4 lb corned beef brisket (pre-brined)
  • 1 cup Guinness
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Rinse the corned beef and pat it dry.
  2. Preheat your Wilmington Grill to medium heat (about 325–350°F).
  3. Place brisket on indirect heat and grill (fat side up) for about 2–2½ hours, or until internal temp reaches 190°F.
  4. While cooking, simmer Guinness, brown sugar, mustard, and garlic in a small saucepan until slightly thickened
  5. Brush glaze on during the last 20 minutes of grilling.
  6. Rest 15 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Serve with grilled cabbage wedges for a smoky twist on the classic pairing.

🥬 Grilled Cabbage Steaks with Irish Butter

Ingredients:

  • 1 large head green cabbage
  • 3 tbsp melted Irish butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper
  • Fresh parsley

Instructions:

  1. Slice cabbage into 1-inch “steaks.”
  2. Brush both sides generously with melted butter.
  3. Grill over medium heat 4–5 minutes per side until tender with char marks.
  4. Sprinkle with parsley and flaky salt before serving.

The Wilmington Grill’s consistent heat gives cabbage that perfect caramelized edge without overcooking the center.

🥔 Grilled Irish Potato Skewers

Ingredients:

  • 1½ lbs baby potatoes (parboiled 10 minutes)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt & pepper

Instructions:

  1. Parboil potatoes until just fork-tender.
  2. Toss in olive oil and herbs.
  3. Skewer and grill over medium heat 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally.
  4. Finish with a sprinkle of sea salt.

These pair beautifully with the corned beef — crispy outside, fluffy inside.

🍞 Grilled Irish Soda Bread with Honey Butter

Ingredients:

  • 1 loaf Irish soda bread (store-bought or homemade)
  • Softened butter
  • 1 tbsp honey

Instructions:

  1. Slice bread thick.
  2. Lightly butter both sides.
  3. Grill briefly (1–2 minutes per side) over low heat.
  4. Mix honey into softened butter and spread while warm.

The grill adds a slight crunch and smoky depth that takes this traditional bread to another level.

Raise a Glass 🍻

No St. Patrick’s Day celebration is complete without a toast. Whether you’re enjoying a cold Guinness or a festive green mocktail, the Wilmington Grill turns your backyard into the ultimate Irish gathering spot.

So this year, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Wilmington way — bold flavor, great company, on a grill built to last.

Sláinte! 🍀🔥