A barbecue outdoors can simplify your summer entertaining. These barbecues are a great way to have fun with friends and enjoy the wonderful weather. These tips will help you save money, while still making your barbecue an unforgettable event.
– Use simple decorations. You don’t need to use ice sculptures and china plates when the summer sky and great outdoors offer natural beauty. Tablecloths that are inexpensive and coordinated with color can be used as decoration. You can make a centerpiece by simply picking flowers from your backyard and placing them in a vase.
– Keep bugs away by using citronella candles. They are light-weight and can help repel mosquitoes.
To make cleanup simple, use disposable plates, napkins, utensils and napkins. Dollar General, for example, sells packs of disposable cups, napkins, and foam plates starting at $1 per piece. Dollar General sells trash bags for a low price.
Stock up on grilling supplies at the beginning of summer. These can be purchased cheaply at discount stores. Buy a new grill if you need one. Don’t forget accessories such as scrubbers, grilling and basting brushes and baskets.
Planning a simple menu can help you keep your costs down. Your main dish (hot dogs or hamburgers) will be the focus of your menu. Side dishes such as pasta salad, potato chips, pretzels and canned baked beans are easy and inexpensive to make. You can also make it a potluck by inviting your guests to bring their side dishes. Visit this site for easy, inexpensive recipes. www.dollargeneral.com.
– Make a condiment bar. Include condiments such as mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise and pickles.
– And don’t forget drinks. You can fill a plastic tub full of ice to serve cold drinks like soda, juice boxes, and bottled water.
End your barbecue with something sweet. To make a sweet treat, you can use cookie, brownie or cake mixes. Make a pitcher Kool-Aid and pour it into ice-trays. Then, freeze each cube by inserting popsicle sticks inside.
