There are many good reasons barbeques are always a hit in Australia. For one, Aussies love grilled food, especially when done right and shared by a group. One could also organise a party anytime they want. With the right spread, Aussie families can relax and have fun any day of the week. Organising a BBQ party can be pretty difficult at first, though. From choosing the food items to grill towhomto invite, first-time organisers have a lot to think about. Fortunately, they can still organise a fun party if they had a little help:
Here is a list of BBQ and grill party essentials every organiser should know: Meat Packages Set Sausages, chicken, beef, shrimp, and more – it is always best to have a variety of food choices when grilling for a party.Party organisers can head down to their local grocer or order fresh meat from butchers online. It is best to include some vegetables in the mix, as well, for those who do not usually eat meat.
Grillers The rule of thumb for seasoned pitmasters is not to use metal hotplates for grilling.To flesh out the texture and flavour the meat, it is best to use high-quality grillers and let juices ooze out naturally. These grillers are usually made from cast iron or stainless steel, which still stays durable even in intense hot temperatures. Grilled meat is always better with a cold drink in hand.Apart from the food to share, organisers must also make sure they have enough refreshments (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) chilling in the cooler.
Tool Set From tongs and brushes, to forks and clips, a good set of handling tools helps pitmasters grill the best-tasting BBQ. While it is not necessarily required, it also helps to have a temperature reader so you can monitor the heat more closely.
Firestarter Using lighter fluid to start a fire often leaves a hint of fluid taste on the meat.This is why you may want to use an electric lighter or firestarter instead. A stream of hot air heats up the charcoal naturally, and gets the heat going quickly enough. No one wants to be left out in the cold when it comes to BBQ gatherings. With these tools and tips, organisers can easily put a barbeque party together and enjoy the experience.
References: http://www.goodfood.com.au/good-food/cook/aggregate/the-completebarbecue-guide-20121030-28hcc.html http://www.meatcart.com.au/meat/ http://www.foodandwine.com/slideshows/vegetarian-grilling-recipes