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Barbeque and Outdoor Entertaining
Chill at the grill this summer or any time of the year with these outdoor entertaining ideas and tasty summer barbeque recipes from our Celebrations experts. Host a poolside party or a casual cookout while spending time with friends and family. Adding these fun BBQ party ideas to your summer agenda will be loads of fun!For awesome summer barbeque and outdoor entertaining tips, check out our fun party ideas.
What's the Difference Between Mezcal and Tequila?
Mezcal, tequila's stronger, smokier sister, has made a comeback! It can now be found on many cocktail lists at some of the hottest bars and restaurants. But most people don't know the difference between tequila and mezcal. Allow your favorite cocktail therapists to shed some light on the subject!
Read on for a short lesson in Mezcal, then check out our top three cocktail recipes featuring this smokier ingredient, and let us know what you think!
Mezcal Cocktails
What's the best way to enjoy mezcal, tequila's smokier sister? In a delicious cocktail, of course! Check out these delicious mezcal cocktail recipes - all best made in bulk! So invite some friends over and whip up a big batch of frozen Watermelon Margaritas, fiery Bloody Marias or Smoky Passions - the perfect way to beat the heat this summer!Want more info on Mezcal? Check out this article for more facts!
Sizzling Summer Clambakes
Sunny days and lots of fresh seafood make summer the prime time for entertaining. So bring out the shellfish and bring on the clambakes to spice up the barbeque!No matter where you live, a clambake makes a great summer party. While traditional clambakes are associated with sand and surf, your kitchen or patio can work just as well.
All you need are the right ingredients and some good friends (with big appetites). A clambake can work for you, no matter where you live.
I have a few finger-licking good versions for you to follow. You can either choose the easy, one-pot party meal to cook at home or grill on the beach.
Or, if you'd rather spend your time sipping Island cocktails, a nice glass of white wine or refreshing cold beer, order all the ingredients online and you'll be party-ready in under an hour.
Just follow my "Gourmet the Easy Way Tips" tips to be the ultimate summer host.
Sizzling Summer Clambakes: Cooking Tips
Sizzling Summer Clambakes: Decor
Healthy Skirt Steak Marinades
If you haven't been well acquainted with skirt steak in the past, skirt steak is a great meat to marinate and cook on the grill. It's one of the most flavorful steak cuts, but also one of the tougher ones too, which is why it's so great to marinate.Skirt steaks are one of mine and my clients' favorite steaks, and they're made even more delicious with the easy-to-make tasty marinades.
Vegetarian BBQ Recipes
Summer BBQs are a classic weekend activity, but they can have the unfortunate side effect of ostracizing our vegetarian friends and family. Keep your veggie-loving friends happy at the next BBQ by grilling up some of our delicious vegetarian BBQ recipes. They're so tasty, even the meat-lovers of the group will enjoy them.Vegetarian BBQ Pizza on the Grill
5 Tips to Keep Your Yard Party Ready
As the weather warms up, everybody thinks about heading outside. This is especially true when it comes to parties where you can enjoy good times under the sun or stars. Outdoor entertaining is one of the best parts of summertime. But, after months of cold snaps and lackluster landscaping, your yard may not be up to par for stylish entertaining. Our five tips will help change that and get your yard ready for a party anytime.Party Ready Yard Tip: Unique Landscaping Features
Party Ready Yard Tip: An Outdoor Entertaining Space
Party Ready Yard Tip: A Clutter Free Yard
BBQ Ideas from Around the U.S.
Barbecue and warm weather go hand in hand. It's no surprise since there are so many special events to celebrate from Memorial Day to July 4th to Labor Day. As you plan your next summer party, consider different barbecue styles from around the U.S. and focus your menu on the flavors that best suit you. Barbecue aficionados will argue their recipes are the best and making it any other way doesn't begin to compete. Here is a round up of the best methods and sauces from regions in the U.S. to help with your decision.
Dressing Up an Outdoor BBQ with Scrapbook Embellishments
Take advantage of the warm weather by entertaining outdoors with style and the ease of attractive disposable party accents. I've recently partnered with Fling Bins in a series of fabulous videos and more about all types of parties as pictured in the photos within this article. Dress up glasses and place cards with scrapbook embellishments to give your place settings personality. Think, "use it beautifully, and then lose it responsibly" for the ultimate "feel-good" summer party experience.Dressing Up Glasses with Scrapbook Embellishments
BBQ Burger Cook-Off Party
Nothing trumps a great barbaque burger - except, perhaps, four great BBQ burgers. Which is precisely why a summer BBQ cook-off party is the perfect way to spend a lazy backyard Saturday with friends.
5 Kabob Recipes for a Summer Party
Kabobs are skewered marinated meat or seafood chunks, which are then cooked on a grill. They're also the perfect BBQ or summer party food as they instantly feel casual given that no utensils are necessary when eating them, and yet everyone seems to appreciate the quirky artistry of stacked colorful food on a stick. If you're like me, you like to keep it simple for a summer party, so I tried to scale most of these recipes down to minimal ingredients that are packed with flavor.
Five Great Ways To Spice Up A Barbeque
Spice up your summer barbeque with our top 5 list of creative ideas. Read on to throw a unique barbeque guests will love:
From Bar to Barbeque: Turning Your Favorite Cocktails into Marinades and Dips
We here in Cocktail Therapy-land like to milk our drinks for everything they're worth. So this time of year, why not make your cocktail do double-duty? You can use your favorite drinks to craft delicious marinades, dressings and dips.First, if you're serving steak or pork, forget red wine--a Maker's Mark Manhattan is the perfect complement.
If it's chicken or fish you're planning to serve, the Mojito is a summery complement to white meat dishes.
Happy drinking...and eating!
Switching Seamlessly From Bar to Barbeque
Maker's Mark Manhattan Cocktail
Stylish Backyard Barbeque
Despite being a staple of American culture, the summer barbeque needs a bit of re-vamping. Believe it or not, this favored American party can be easily reinvented with a few new ideas designed to add fire to more than just the grill.From chic lighting tips to new twists on traditional barbeque foods, turn your backyard into a posh barbeque destination.
Stylish Backyard BBQ: Effective Ambiance
Stylish Backyard BBQ: Set the Mood with Music
The Triple Berry Trifle Dessert
Amy is the Executive Pastry Chef of Vanilla Bake Shop in Santa Monica, CaliforniaWhether you're having a BBQ, picnic, or dinner party, amid all of the hustle and bustle of party excitement, you need a refreshing and portable dessert to end a perfect gathering.
Our Triple Berry Trifle dessert is a delicious, easy-to-make treat for any of your dinner or summer parties and it is sure to please all of your guests.
Modern Backyard Barbeque
For laid-back, no-fuss summer entertaining, my backyard barbecue offers a refreshing twist on the traditional menu of burgers and dogs.Try this summer party and greet your guests with a Watermelon Vodka Cooler or Sassy Pink Lemonade! Serve your barbecue family-style with platters of Lamb Burgers, Tuna Burgers, Cucumber Salad with Fresh Mint, Grilled Fruit Skewers and S'mores Coffee and Fudge Ice Cream Cake.
Add fresh flowers scattered around the table for a cool summer's night and great drinks always inspire a fun party atmosphere.
Grilled Pineapple Skewers with Tequila Sugar Glaze
Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Burgers: Moroccan Salsa
Cucumber, Tomato, Red Onion Salad with Mint
5 Elements for a Successful Backyard Barbecue
Modern Backyard BBQ: Grillin' Music
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