Bringing Gourmet Lifestyles Outdoors Since 1906™ Since 1906, the distinctive grills from Kalamazoo have enjoyed a loyal following among those who are passionate about cooking. Back then, a little sheet metal company run by an eccentric inventor and entrepreneur built the first grill bearing the Kalamazoo name. Over 100 years later, we are designing and building a complete collection of outdoor cooking and entertaining equipment that sets the standard for performance, quality and innovation.