If you’re one of those who can’t wait for the nice weather to barbecue, then you won’t need any encouragement to dig out the coals, take off your apron, and start cooking al fresco.

If you find it a little hard to convince yourself, this is what you need to know.

1. Weather

   Why not make the most of the good weather no matter the time of year? There’s nothing wrong with having a barbecue in the winter if it’s not too cold outside, you don’t have to wait until summer.

2. and day of the week

   Weekday or weekend, it doesn’t matter, why not get out of the kitchen and start cooking in the garden or backyard? You don’t have to wait until Friday night or Saturday afternoon to enjoy hot dogs.

3. spend time outside

   Spending time outdoors will do you a lot of good, especially if you’re normally cooped up in an office or shopping all day. Why not make the most of the light nights, or light the fireplace or fire pit and make the most of the night.

4. Spend time with family and friends

   If you’re always complaining that you can’t spend as much time with your friends and family as you’d like, why not invite them over for a barbecue? While you’re at it, why not see if the neighbors want to come too?

5. I want to eat outside

   Maybe you just want to eat out for a change. What could be better than waiting for your steak, burgers or sausages to cook on your barbecue, while you sit and chat with friends?

6. can someone else cook

   Maybe you do all the cooking in the kitchen, but someone else is in charge of the barbecue. Why not see if you can persuade them to cook for a change?

7. Foods you don’t normally eat

   Having a barbecue is the perfect opportunity to enjoy foods and sauces that you wouldn’t normally eat. Maybe you can try new marinade recipes or come up with a great salad idea.

8. A little planning pays off

   Even if you don’t have anything suitable for a barbecue in the fridge, freezer or cupboard, a quick trip to the stores will mean you have everything you need. If you are very organized, you can prepare everything in advance so that you only have to cook when everyone arrives.

9. Less washing and cleaning

   When you’re having a barbecue, you can expect less washing up and cleanup, and if you’re quick enough, you can probably get your guests to help out too.

10. Fun

    A cookout is meant to be fun, so if you’ve had a hard time at work or a stressful day with the kids, why not sit outside for a few hours and see if good food and good company can make you feel better. better.

Now you know why you should have a barbecue, isn’t it about time you did?