Now that the weather is starting to turn, you may think that it’s time to cover your grill for the season. But just because there’s a chill in the air doesn’t mean you can’t have a taste of summer on cool nights. Today, we’ve got a few tips that will help you make the most of your bbq grills, no matter the season.
Give Yourself More Time
Anyone who struggles to get out of bed on dark winter mornings knows that everything seems to take just a little longer when the season comes. The same principle should be applied to your bbq grills. If you’re having a winter function, try to build in 10-15 extra minutes for things like preheating the grill, as well as roasting the meat itself. Failure to do that could set your party behind, or worse, result in serving undercooked meat to your guests.
Make the Most of Seasonal Recipes
Sure, we all miss those summer days where we could spend every other night grilling, chowing down on watermelon, and lamenting over the bugs, and it can be tempting to want to recreate that magic once the snow is on the ground. But if you’re looking for an alternative to summer, why not lean into the seasonal produce and comforting foods that winter has to offer? Recipes like Stuffed Butternut Squash and Bacon Wrapped Carrots can help you capture the heartiness of the season with the special magic that your bbq grill brings to your meal.
Make Your Outdoor Space Comforting
If you’re looking to make your outdoor space a place for all-season hospitality, there’s no better way to do that than to create an oasis for your backyard bbq grills that will allow you to entertain. Why not consider an oasis backyard fireplace to allow guests to drink and be merry while you’re firing up the grill? To keep things even more festive, backyard spas and hot tubs can make sure that guests are warm and comfortable all night.
Dress for the Weather
This may seem obvious, but no cut of meat is worth dressing unsafely for the weather. Make sure that you bundle up before heading outdoors. That said, beware of decorative elements like tassels, scarves, and pompoms near the open flame of your bbq grills. Lightweight, close-fitting jackets will help you stay both warm and safe.
Whether you’re trying to recreate the magic of summer or create a hospitable space for your guests all year round, there’s no reason why your trusty bbq grill can’t be by your side through the winter. In fact, according to a 2016 study, homeowners who spruced up their outdoor spaces reported spending more than six hours a week out there. Imagine the entertaining you could do!
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