Memorial Day Manners

 Memorial Day Manners
a.k.a ... BBQ Etiquette

For Host:

• Be prepared – weather can change in a flash. Be prepared to head indoors.
• Have supplies you need ready – don’t be running out for charcoal when guests arrive.
• If cookout starts at 6pm – have some BBQ ready for tasting. Your guest will arrive hungry.
• A successful BBQ must have real side dishes – potato chips do not count!
• Use real plates or sturdy paper plates. Have plenty of napkins available.
• The cook is king: Do try to tell the cook how to BBQ – you will not be invited back!

For Guest:

• A hostess gift is still expected.
• Wear jeans, shorts or something comfortable.
• Put away your phone/text toy – free yourself for a few hours!
• Include children only if they are invited. If so, prepare them before hand on rules of outdoor (swimming pool & playing) behavior.
• If you are asked to bring a side-dish, make sure it is homemade or at least semi-homemade.
• Be on time and go home at designated time.
• Ask to assist with duties – don’t insist.
• Leave the food your brought (or at least offer)
• Don’t ask to pack up leftovers for your entire family.
• Write a thank-you note to your host/hostess.

Bonus tip:
Refrain from using toothpicks - they are still not acceptable, even at a BBQ.


Memorial Day weekend is coming up - so, what are your plans?
xoJoy