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Barbecuing in the heat – tips, tricks & recipes for hot summer days

Summer time is grilling time – but at 30°C in the shade, even the most ambitious pitmaster starts sweating. To make your BBQ enjoyable despite the heat, you primarily need one thing: the right setup, good preparation, and light, fresh ideas.

1. The best grilling time: early or late

You should avoid the midday heat – your grilled items will thank you. Ideal times are early evening or a cozy BBQ brunch in the shade. Use the time when the garden is still pleasantly warm and guests remain relaxed.

2. Stylish setup: shade, cooling & tools

A sun sail or pavilion not only protects you but also your ingredients. Drinks belong in the ice bucket, the Chef board or Pitmaster Board on a solid, easily accessible table. Our sturdy wooden board collection provides not only functionality but also style.

3. BBQ ideas for hot days

Instead of heavy roasts or thick cuts, we recommend light, quick-to-grill dishes – aromatic, fresh, and versatile. Here are three summer BBQ recipes for hot days:

🔥 Recipe 1: Flank Steak with Lime-Chili Marinade

Ingredients (for 4 people):

  • 800g flank steak
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small red chili (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 garlic clove (pressed)
  • Salt & black pepper

Preparation:

  1. Pat the steak dry, gently prick with a fork.
  2. Mix all ingredients into a marinade.
  3. Marinate the meat in the fridge for 2-4 hours (not longer).
  4. Preheat grill to high direct heat, grill steak about 3 minutes per side.
  5. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain on a wooden board.
Flank Steak medium rare, sliced on an oak wood board with limes, herbs, and Damascus knife – summery BBQ meat dish

🌳 Recipe 2: Grilled Corn on the Cob with Lime-Herb Butter

Ingredients:

  • 4 fresh ears of corn
  • 80g soft butter
  • Zest of 1 organic lime
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Salt & pepper

Preparation:

  1. Mix butter with lime zest, parsley, salt, & pepper.
  2. Grill the corn cobs over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, turning regularly.
  3. Meanwhile, brush with herb butter repeatedly.
  4. Serve on a nutwood snack board and sprinkle with sea salt.
Golden brown grilled corn on the cob on a walnut snack board with herb butter, parsley, and coarse sea salt, served in rustic BBQ style

🦀 Recipe 3: Vegetarian Zucchini-Feta Skewers

Ingredients (for 6 skewers):

  • 1 large zucchini
  • 150g feta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp honey
  • Salt, pepper, chili flakes
  • Wood skewers

Preparation:

  1. Slice zucchini into thin strips lengthwise, cut feta into small cubes.
  2. Mix oil, lemon juice, honey, and spices into a marinade.
  3. Layer zucchini strips with feta, roll up, and skewer.
  4. Brush skewers with marinade and grill over medium heat (about 3 minutes per side).
  5. Serve on a wooden board with dip.
Vegetarian zucchini feta skewers fresh off the grill, arranged on a wooden board with dip bowl and summer herb decoration

4. Drinks that not only cool but also complement

  • 🍺 Ice-cold craft beer with citrus notes
  • 🍷 Chilled BBQ rosé with a light wood note
  • 💧 Infused water with cucumber, lime & mint
  • 🧊 Cold brew with vanilla ice cream as dessert drink
Refreshing BBQ drinks with craft beer, infused water, and rosé wine on a wooden table with an ice bucket and wooden serving board in the background

Conclusion: BBQ enjoyment despite heat wave

Barbecuing in midsummer is an art – but with the right ingredients, good planning, and high-quality equipment, it becomes a relaxing highlight. Think of shade, fluidity, and freshness – then nothing stands in the way of enjoyment.

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