Summer and the backyard go hand-in-hand. Although most of us are no longer lucky enough to have summers off in our adult lives, the thought of this season brings back plenty of childhood memories that took place behind our homes. Of course, some of the best times occurred during barbeques with family and friends.
Now that we’ve grown older and have access to our own backyards, it’s time to host a party of our own. To help you move forward with your plans, we created the below backyard checklist. The list has everything you need to get your party started.
What’s on the Menu?Food plays a vital role in your backyard plans. Many guests will look back and remember if the food was great, but if your cooking is off the experience can be just as memorable (but not in a good way). If it has been a while since your grill was in tip top shape, perhaps it’s time to consider a replacement. Here are two suggestions that will satisfy propane proponents and charcoal purists.
Char-Broil Three-burner Gas Grill with Sideburner
Three-burner grills are great for indirect grilling. This method slow cooks meat at a low or moderate heat which is perfect for brisket, ribs or whole chickens. Additionally, traditional direct grilling is snap for favorites like burgers, sausages and hot dogs.
Aussie Smoker/Portable Grill
If you prefer smoke flavor, check out this versatile smoker/portable grill. You could always use the smoker to slow cook, while firing up a propane grill to make items that generally use direct grilling.
Keep Busy & Have FunA good host knows how to keep guests entertained. Luckily a backyard provides plenty of options to create friendly competition. Games like bocce and lasso golf are fantastic ways to pass time, have fun and enjoy a day in the warm weather.
Halex Select 100mm Bocce Ball
(Here’s a bocce fact to impress your friends before you dominate the match:
Umberto Granaglia was named bocce player of the twentieth century by the International Bocce Federation.)
Halex Lasso Golf
Lasso golf is an underappreciated backyard game with similarities to horseshoes (only you don’t have to worry about hurting anyone with a horseshoe). Much like the board game Othello, Lasso golf takes a minute to learn, but a lifetime to master. Good luck!
The AtmosphereJust because night falls at your barbeque you don’t have to call it an evening. In fact, it’s the best time to sit around a campfire, make dessert and maybe even swap a few stories. There is something comforting about an open flame and crackling wood certainly has calming qualities. Oh, and a fire is usually pretty good at keeping pesky bugs away!
Gettington has a ton of outdoor fireplaces and outdoor deck furniture that fit any backyard setup for personal taste. Here are a few quick examples. A complete list can be found here.
Hammered Copper Fire Tub
If you want to build a bigger fire, this is the choice for you – this is the reason why they named this a fire tub and not a fireplace!
Steel Mesh Rim Fire Pit & Benches
The feature that sets this fire pit apart is that it comes with outdoor patio bench. If the seats are open, you could always use the benches as a footstool.
This list is good start toward making a successful summer barbeque and Gettington.com is your online home shopping website. You’ve got the cooking tools, entertainment and fire features to help your guests relax. Now, to bring back summer memories of yore, you just need to supply your lasso golf A-game, firewood and favorite grilling recipes!
Do you plan on hosting a cookout this summer? If so, we’d love to hear your favorite activities and foods that set your parties apart!