It's Gonna be a Hot One!

It's going to feel like August this weekend with temperatures predicted in the mid to upper 90's! My advice and plan of attack... don't fight it, just make the best of it.

One way to combat the unbearable heat is with a nice cold drink in your hand. The Margarama Frozen Blended Drink Maker will satisfy all of your cold beverage needs. Make your favorite restaurant-quality frozen beverages in the comfort of your air-conditioned home or shaded backyard.

Virgin Pina Colada Recipe:

7 oz pineapple juice
2 oz coconut cream
1 cup crushed ice

Add the pineapple juice, coconut cream and crushed ice to a blender; blend at high speed. Pour into a collins glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry, a pineapple wedge, and serve.

With the temperatures and gas prices rising, I am among the many people who are planning to stay close to home this summer. I actually think this is a good thing, as entertaining at home is one of my favorite things to do. Whether it is an intimate gathering or a full-blown BBQ bash it is essential to have some backyard necessities.

1- Of course a grill is one of the most important Backyard BBQ necessities. I love this Weber Genesis because of the three side burners which are perfect for heating all of your BBQ sides. Of Course to go along with your grill you will need all of the appropriate grill tools. Boscov's takes that guess work out of deciding which tools you need with this awesome 18-Piece BBQ Tool Set.



2- In order to keep your guests cool and comfortable a patio set is also an important element of the best backyard BBQ. There are so many patio sets to choose from depending on the size of the space you are trying to fill and how many guests you typically entertain. When choosing your set, make sure the seats and cushions are comfortable. Also, make sure the chairs are light enough to push in and pull out from the table. I love this Maui Collection Patio Set, but you can choose from a huge variety if you click here!



3- Lighting is everything and when the sun goes down it's time to break out the tiki-torches and candles. Another Earth-Friendly option for you to consider is a Solar Lantern. Boscov's has a great selection and all they take is a small battery and the sun's energy to give your backyard soiree the perfect ambiance into the wee hours of the night.