Q & A – Good BBQ Manners
Q. I am hosting a BBQ Party for 18 friends; some have food restrictions. Should I plan a menu for different groups, what should I do?
The general rule for Good BBQ Manners is, the host decides what’s on the menu and guests should enjoy what the host is serving. It is however, very nice and considerate of the host to try and accommodate guests that have food restrictions. If accommodating is not complicated and does not change the whole theme of your party, it is very nice to do so. Everyone knows that traditionally a BBQ centers around hamburgers and hotdogs; then again, having some vegetarian dishes is a nice touch and can easily resolve the food restrictions issue (except for food allergies). Alternatively, for example, a vegetarian invitee can let the host know that they will be bringing a vegetarian dish (lasagne). This way the guest and host are both at ease. But remember, it is not good etiquette to ask a guest to bring anything; it must come from them (excluding potluck dinners).