Barbeque nights can be a source of great pleasure and fun for your friends and family. Either you are a newbie or an expert, your perfect BBQ night can be a lot more fun with little management. The planning does not have to be complicated. Here’s a simple guide to help you throw the perfect BBQ night.
Plan ahead
Preparation is the key to a perfect party. Start by deciding the place and location and share it with your guests. This will help your guests to schedule accordingly. Decide your menu and time. Make a list of grocery items you will be needing for that menu. Don’t forget to add side items like corn, ketchup and drinks. Marinate meat beforehand. Keep your refrigerator fresh and ready for keeping the meat. This will avoid any unwanted stinks.
Set perfect station
Your grill station is the key to a delicious and enjoyable BBQ. Choose fuel based on availability and preference. Set up multiple heat zones if you have more than ten people in total. This will allow you to cook more quantity and different items at once. You can look for good grill stations and grills in the market. You can get a custom grilling tool for ribs as well. These tools help you cook your regional food items that may or may not be available in the area you live.
Create an ambiance
A welcoming and comfortable environment is necessary for hosting a perfect event. Arrange enough sitting for all your guests. Extra chairs are a must in case some unexpected visitors show up. String lights, candles and lamps help a lot especially in case the light goes down. You can also seek help from professionals especially if your BBQ night is not a family get together. If you are planning it as a business event, you can avail corporate event barbecue catering services and make your event memorable for all.
Offer variety of drinks
Meat consumption often causes excessive thirst and dehydration. High range of beverages ensures that everyone gets drinks of their choice and liking. Don’t forget to include both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Some of the options are lemonades, mint-margaritas, mocktails and mojitos. You can add beer and wines that go well with BBQ food. Never forget to serve water and ice in plenty. Set up a station so that the guests can help themselves.
Check food quality
The food is the main course of a BBQ party. Make sure the food you serve is delicious, hygienic and well presented. Decide the total number of people and quantity of food accordingly. Keep the food quantity a bit more than the right estimate. A good host always serves plenty. Don’t forget sides like ketchup, BBQ sauce, beans, pickles, buns and rolls.
Plan some activities
BBq nights are not just for eating sake. They serve the purpose of getting friends and family together. Make sure to arrange some fun activities and games. You can enjoy board and card games, as people of all ages can play them and stay engaged. Some physical activities like a classical chair can be a good option if you don’t mind the noise.
Hosting is not a troublesome task if you manage prehand. With the right arrangements and planning you can get through this task and make beautiful memories. Just keep a check on the above mentioned tips and have fun!
Daryl Green 
Paul Petersen 
Conrad Armer