Thinking about a refreshing cocktail to serve at your Tuscan-inspired outdoor barbeque this summer? Then look no further than the Aperol spritz, a summer cocktail that is sure to find guests dreaming of the countryside in Italy. Aperol Spritz Recipe, History and Cicchetti Serve in a wine glass Garnish with an orange slice Directions: Pour…
We became interested in chimineas on a business trip to Scottsdale many years ago. The hotel we stayed at had several small ones positioned strategically along the pathways that meandered throughout the resort. And with the alluring smell of mesquite wood, we were hooked. Our patio is not huge, so a masonry fireplace is definitely…
The Most Effective Ways to Get Rid of Flies on a Patio When Entertaining Outdoors Are flies going to ruin your outdoor gathering? It’s no picnic when flies spoil your backyard barbeque. Musca domestica, the name for the common housefly, not only is a pest, but they can carry germs and bacteria which can cause…
Grilling vs Smoking: What’s the difference? Free standing or builtin smokers use burning or smoldering material to cook or flavor foods, usually meat, fish, or vegetables. Grilling and smoking differ mainly in terms of heat level and cooking time. Typically, grilling takes place over a high temperature for a short period of time. Whether for…
Your outdoor kitchen planning is almost done, but have you considered an outdoor sink in your kitchen’s layout? It is easy to get caught up in selecting the perfect grill, smoker or undercounter refrigerator as these are the showpieces of a typical outdoor kitchen. You know they will work perfectly out of doors as that…
