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How to Throw a Stress-Free Backyard BBQ Party

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Dr Pepper®. The opinions and text are all mine.

How to Throw a Stress-Free Backyard BBQ PartyAre you ready to fire up the grill?

How to Throw a Stress-Free Backyard BBQ PartyThrowing a backyard BBQ party doesn’t have to be a big ordeal. If you keep it simple, comfortable, and fun then you will have a blast.

Who is ready to have a stress-free backyard BBQ?

Invites

Go as casual as you can…you can call, text or send everyone a cool image like this one:

How to Throw a Stress-Free Backyard BBQ Party

There is no need for a lot of fuss so stop stressing and have fun. Remember, not everyone is going to be able to come. Make sure you invite a mixture of family and friends. If guests call and ask if they can bring something, please say… YES!  Don’t be a control freak, let people help. When you get help, it is less work plus you want to have fun too.

Food/Drinks

How to Throw a Stress-Free Backyard BBQ Party

The best advice I’m going to give you is…keep the menu simple. Steaks, burgers, and hot dogs are our favorites for the grill. For sides, have chips, corn on the cob, fruit, baked potatoes, salad (green or pasta) and that is about it!  Remember, if people ask if they can bring anything, let them! You can never have too much food at a party; people love to go home with leftovers.

How to Throw a Stress-Free Backyard BBQ Party

Make sure to have plenty of water, Dr Pepper, and mixed drinks.  I’m not a drinker, but I always make sure I have my Dr Pepper on hand. One of my favorite drinks to make on a hot summer day are Dr Pepper Slushies! Super easy to make-Dr Pepper and ice in the blender.

How to Throw a Stress-Free Backyard BBQ PartyExciting News!

Look for the new Pick Your Pepper packaging hitting Walmart stores on 6/15/18 with special packaging designed for millennials, by millennials. Oh, I wonder what they are going to look like, I can’t wait.

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Shopping for the Backyard BBQ

Go to your local Walmart and get everything you need.  It’s so convenient to go to one store for everything. There is no need to be running around to store to store.  Keep it simple and simple is stress-free.

How to Throw a Stress-Free Backyard BBQ Party

The best thing about a backyard BBQ is that it is casual and simple.  No need to spend hours in the kitchen cooking, like I said you can grab everything at Walmart. People can pop in, grab a plate, talk, drink lots of Dr Pepper and have a stress free time.

Are you ready to throw your backyard BBQ?

#PickYourPepper #Walmart

 

Vidya Sudarsan

Tuesday 3rd of July 2018

My neighbor somehow manages to have a party like this during July 4th and we have always had a great time. Love bbq corn and veggie patties. Not a huge fan of sodas though!

Rosey

Tuesday 3rd of July 2018

I agree that keeping it simple is smart. People like to help and being able to bring a dish is easy way for them to be able to do something that everyone can enjoy. :)

Catvills

Tuesday 3rd of July 2018

I live fairly close to my siblings, cousins and their families so the 4th of July is always a big family get together party for us. This year, it will be my eldest cousin who will be the host. We love potluck BBQ parties and I was assigned to bring the kabobs. We are all going to use disposable plates and utensils to make clean up easy, and of course, lots and lots of Dr. Pepper to enjoy

Heather

Tuesday 3rd of July 2018

It's been a long time since I've entertained like this. I think stress free with the right kind of people is the way to go. I do need a better outdoor space, I'm just not quite sure how to get it at this point.

Trina

Monday 2nd of July 2018

Awesome tips! I love Walmart, it's 2 minutes away from us and has everything, definitely makes entertaining a lot easier.