Planning a BBQ is great fun, particularly during the warmer months. It’s an opportunity to get together with your favorite friends and family members, and light up your grill with some delicious meat. Whether it’s more of a formal occasion, or more on the casual side, here are some must-have items you’ll need for the perfect barbecue.
A Quality Grill
Obviously, you’ll need to have a grill if you’re going to have a BBQ. Otherwise, how do you hope to cook the meat? Whether you have a gas grill, or an electric one, make sure that it’s high quality if you hope to have the perfect event.
Ultimately, the kind of grill that you choose will depend on the kind of space you’re working with. Having the right grill will make a world of difference not only for the kind of meat you’re able to cook and serve to your guests, but also for how much you enjoy cooking. The right tools can make a world of difference in your cooking experience.
Side Dishes
Even though you’ve got your main dish sorted, what good is the main dish if it doesn’t have delicious side dishes to go with it? Side dishes are a must at any BBQ, so make sure that you adorn your table with all the right elements— from corn on the cob, to potato salad, nothing is off limits when it comes to side dishes. Don’t forget about desserts too! A fruit salad is a great way to follow a delicious BBQ meal, especially if it’s a hot sunny day.
Music
What good is the party if you don’t have the right tunes? You’ll need music if you hope to get your guests in the mood for fun. Ideally, you should have a Bluetooth speaker where everyone can participate by connecting music from their phones. However, a good old fashioned radio will do in a pinch. The idea is to have some music going so that everyone is in a social and vivacious mood.
Seating
Your guests will need somewhere to sit while they eat, and even when they mingle. So, make sure that you have enough seating to cater to all of your guests. Whether it’s simple lawn chairs, some pillows on the floor, or a formal table and chairs, the idea is to have a place for everyone to sit where they can comfortably talk and also eat their food.
Drinks
Sure, everyone wants to eat at a BBQ, however, don’t forget how important it is to offer beverages as well. Whether they’re on the alcoholic end or water based, the idea is to offer something cold and refreshing to wash down your guests’ meal. A good mix of alcoholic and non alcoholic is usually ideal, since you’ll have people with different preferences.
