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PostHeaderIcon How To Host A Summer Party At Home

With the long summer nights now upon us, there really has been no better time to throw open those patio doors, stoke up the BBQ, and throw a summer party so entertaining that your neighbours will be left seething with jealousy for years to come.

The ingredients of the perfect summer party at home aren’t difficult to master. Firstly, consider food. Hot, sticky evenings tend to reduce people’s appetites, so keep it simple by combining freshly grilled meat on the BBQ with flavoursome salads and corn on the cobs. There’s no need to over-cater when it comes to puddings; just lay out some supermarket-bought cheesecakes or a few home-made cupcakes and let people pick and choose what they feel like.

Secondly, the all-important issue of alcohol should be considered. Cider is a great summer treat, while you could show off to your friends and family by putting together a few cocktails or jugs of punch. However, you may well find that the most popular drink of choice is beer, with brands such as Fosters, who have just launched an online video campaign with Bob Mortimer, always a top choice with men and women alike.

Once you’ve ticked food and drink off your to-do list, consider entertainment. There’s no need to be excessive in this respct; just hook up a sound system on your patio and crank out some summery tunes. Setting up some games in the garden, such as mini table tennis or badminton, is also a great idea, and will help your guests work off the calories inflicted by your barbecued meat!