Power up your barbecue and host a garden party to remember with Jackery
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The spring sunshine is finally making an appearance, which can only mean one thing – it’s time to get the barbecue out!
Everyone loves a good barbecue party and with the longer evenings and gardens starting to fill with spring colour, it’s the perfect time to get outside with family and friends.
Some people love a spur of the moment barbecue – waking up to some sunshine and dashing to the supermarket to see if they have the essential sausages, burgers and bags of charcoal in stock.
For others who have had time to organise, they may have a more adventurous barbecue party planned.
Although charcoal and gas grills are still a popular choice, more and more people are now using electric grills and smokers to enhance the barbecue eating experience, giving you more temperature control and allowing you to add some lovely slow-cooked creations to your menu.
With electric grills and smokers, you can practically cook anything, from legs of lamb to scallops and even puddings like chocolate brownie and grilled peaches.
Once you have the food ideas in the bag, it’s time to think about the other elements that will elevate your barbecue bash.
Top tips for a brilliant barbecue gathering
· Be prepared for the weather. Spring weather can be deceiving. It may look lovely and sunny one minute but it can get rather chilly the next. Perhaps set up a marquee, which can create shade from the sun and a shield against any wind and spring showers should the weather take a turn. Get some blankets and heaters on stand-by, too.
· Design some drink stations. Rather than sending everyone back through the house each time they need a beverage, consider setting up some drink stations outside. A tiki bar could be fun or a cocktail station. Be sure to bring a mini fridge outside or a portable cooler to keep the drinks cold.
· Create the perfect playlist. Think ahead and pick some tunes for your barbecue bash, perhaps some chilled background music to start followed by some more upbeat tunes as the party progresses. Use an outdoor music system or some portable speakers.
· Set up plenty of seating. While a few people may like to stand around the barbecue and watch the cooking in action, you will need to make sure there are plenty of seating options. Deck-chairs, benches, garden sofas or even picnic blankets work well to create different zones.
· Decorate your garden. Bunting and balloons can turn any garden into a spring party zone. Add lots of pops of colour and if your barbecue is likely to go on into the evening, consider some stylish outdoor lighting.
Make sure your barbecue has the power to impress with Jackery
Jackery, a pioneer in portable power solutions, is here to make sure the fun never stops at your spring barbecue.
Buying a portable power station from Jackery means you will have reliable power to light up your garden, keep the barbecue going, your drinks cold and the music playing.
The new Explorer 2000 v2 could be just what you need to take your barbecue to the next level. With a capacity of 2,042Wh and 2,200W of continuous power (with a surge of 4,400W), this portable powerhouse can charge multiple devices at once.
The Explorer 2000 v2 is one of the lightest and most compact models in the 2kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LPF) class and features Jackery’s exclusive AI-powered ChargeShield 2.0™ technology, ensuring comprehensive battery management and enhanced safety.
The Explorer 2000 v2 fully charges in just 1.7 hours via AC power. When used as a solar generator with Jackery's mobile SolarSaga modules, the new power station is quickly full of energy again.
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