{"id":842,"date":"2015-07-15T08:00:44","date_gmt":"2015-07-15T13:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.creditaid.ca\/blog\/?p=842"},"modified":"2015-07-15T08:00:44","modified_gmt":"2015-07-15T13:00:44","slug":"hosting-a-bbq-on-a-budget-how-to-survive-summer-parties-without-breaking-the-bank","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.creditaid.ca\/blog\/2015\/07\/15\/hosting-a-bbq-on-a-budget-how-to-survive-summer-parties-without-breaking-the-bank\/","title":{"rendered":"Hosting a BBQ on a Budget – How to Survive Summer Parties Without Breaking the Bank"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Manitoba summers are notoriously short, so it\u2019s understandable that we celebrate our respite from frigid temperatures with zeal. Unfortunately, for those of us on a tight budget, seasonal celebrations can prove to be a strain on the budget, especially because we tend to throw caution to the winds once the sunny weather comes. Here are some strategies to limit the pressure your budget:<\/p>\n

Resist the Temptation to Pay for it All<\/strong>
\nChances are your friends will understand your need for budgetary restraint. Most of them probably feel the same way. There\u2019s no need for you to take on a huge expense in the name of entertainment for your friends. If they don\u2019t understand you need for restraint, then perhaps they aren\u2019t really your friends. Ask them to share the cost by bringing their own alcoholic beverages if they choose to drink, and consider asking them to bring a dish to accompany your barbecue as a potluck. It\u2019s a good idea to co-ordinate the things guests bring so you won\u2019t have too many macaroni salads!<\/p>\n

Spend Your Money in the Right Places<\/strong>
\n\"barbeque-skewers-party-on-a-budget\"<\/a>If you\u2019re going to splurge, do it in a way that people will notice. Shrimp skewers for appetizers, or a really nice cheese plate become a focal point of your party. Don\u2019t spread your money too far.<\/p>\n

As for barbecue, there\u2019s really no need to grill expensive cuts of meat. Hotdogs and hamburgers are traditional summer fare, and they\u2019re reasonably economical. Consider making your own burgers rather than buying pre-made patties. It\u2019s cheaper, and nearly always better.<\/p>\n

Make Do With What You Have<\/strong>
\nResist the urge to make big purchases in the name of entertainment. Summers here are short \u2013 don\u2019t spend a lot of money on expensive outdoor furniture you can\u2019t use most of the year. There\u2019s no shame in asking your guests to bring their own lawn chairs to your party, and your buffet table doesn\u2019t need to be a new shiny glass-top from the big box store \u2013 your old one, or even a door on a couple of sawhorses will look just as good with a table cloth on it.<\/p>\n

Plan Ahead<\/strong>
\nMake sure you have enough propane or charcoal for the barbecue, and that there\u2019s no need to purchase condiments or anything else from the convenience store at exorbitant prices.
\nAbove all, remember that summer entertaining is about the people, not the party. There\u2019s no need to expose yourself to financial risk in the name of entertainment<\/a>. Go ahead and have fun, but exercise restraint.<\/p>\n

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Manitoba summers are notoriously short, so it\u2019s understandable that we celebrate our respite from frigid temperatures with zeal. Unfortunately, for those of us on a tight budget, seasonal celebrations can prove to be a strain on the budget, especially because we tend to throw caution to the winds once the sunny weather comes. Here are … <\/p>\n

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