Stay cool, party hot: The guide for your summer party!

As soon as the temperature rises, you'll want to get outside. What could be better than spending a warm summer evening with your friends, good food and tasty drinks? If you want to plan a relaxed summer party, here are the best tips!

Barbecuing is simply part of summer. It brings everyone together to laugh, eat and have a good time together.

Preparation is half the battle: Before you fire up your barbecue, make sure you have enough charcoal and your grill is clean.Variety adds colour: It doesn't always have to be the typical steak or sausage. How about grilled vegetables, fish or even fruit like pineapple or peaches?

What else should be considered:

Music: No party is complete without the right music! Create a playlist that suits your summer party and creates a good atmosphere. Of course, you can also ask your guests to contribute their favourite summer hits.

Lighting: If the party goes on into the evening, good lighting is important. It not only contributes to safety, but also creates a cosy atmosphere. How about lanterns, fairy lights or even some torches?

Seating: Make sure there is plenty of seating. You can provide garden chairs, cushions, hammocks or even picnic blankets.

Fun and games: Depending on who your guests are, some games might go down well. Frisbee, bocce or even a badminton set can provide entertainment and are perfect for summer.

But you don't just want the barbecue to be perfect - no! A cool drink can be your summer saviour. Here are a few simple recipes you can try.

Strawberry Basil Lemonade

For this drink you need:

- Strawberries

- Basil

- Sugar

- Water

- Lemon juice

Blend the strawberries and basil with the sugar to make a syrup, then add water and lemon juice. Et voilà, a refreshing and easy-to-prepare lemonade for hot days!

Watermelon cocktail

For a cocktail with a kick, mix:

- Watermelon

- Lime juice

- Mint

- Vodka

and serve with ice. The perfect drink for hot summer days!

You can find many more summer drinks, for example, at http://www.fooby.ch

Summer is the perfect season to enjoy time outdoors with your friends. With these tips, you'll be ready for your next summer party - have fun!