After the winter recedes into memory and the nights aren't as frosty, it's time to start thinking about neighborhood block parties, barbecues Lakewood, and fun with friends on beautiful summer evenings. The right barbecue techniques can make or break the mood at a party, and it's important to take care of a few items early in the season before inviting a house full of people over to enjoy a meal. Springtime Set-Up of an Old Barbecue. Snow keeps Colorado residents on the ski slopes or in front of the fireplace for most of the winter, but when spring and summer arrive, many residents head to the garage to get the grill out for the season. Most barbecue advice suggests cleaning and storing the grill out of inclement weather. Leaving a grill out during the winter invites animals to nest in the equipment and rust to form due to condensation and precipitation. A little time spent in the fall putting the barbecue away helps make spring setup much swifter.

If the grill shows signs of greasy buildup after storage during the winter, it's necessary to clean the grill to avoid problems during the summer with a smoky machine that doesn't heat evenly. Taking the barbecue apart and cleaning the pieces is an important pre-summer project. Getting a New Barbecue Ready to Use. One of the most exciting starts to summer is delivery of a new grill, and some barbecues Colorado may look like an entire outdoor kitchen. However, even a simple, free-standing barbecue offers the promise of an entertaining summer season with friends. After the barbecue area is set up and ready for use, it's important to clean the grill with a blazing fire before it's used to create a meal. This initial fire helps remove anything left over from the manufacturing process, like dust or dirt that settled in the machinery during transport.

Before placing a few pieces of wood into the barbecue and lighting it, clean all the surfaces with some gentle soap, water, and a microfiber cloth. This helps remove any loose dust or contaminants before the grill gets rolling.

The first grilling session of the season might take a little finesse with gauging the temperature and getting back into the swing of barbecuing. However, all it takes is a few practice sessions to become an expert on grilling everything from pulled pork to pizza.