BBQ parties are a great way to meet and spend time with friends and families. All that late night chatter and first time cooking experiences make the party even more lively and fun. It is not uncommon to come up with a sudden get-together plan with friends for BBQ parties at home. However, the real challenge comes when organizing the party. Yes, a BBQ is fun, but there are certain equipments you need for a hassle-free event. If not experienced, chances are you would go through the trouble of finding the bbq essentials as well. To ensure you have everything you need, take a look below. We have listed a few planning a bbq party essentials and where to find them in Dhaka.
Grilling Equipments
Grilling is the heart of bbq, right? So you have to manage grilling items before arranging a bbq party. Everyone has their own preference when picking a grill and there is no limit on the variation of the product. Most commonly you would find portable coal-fired grills that have a net fence on top. Some come with skewers, some with a lid and other facilities such as a rotating grill bar. Then again, there is a wide range of electric and gas-fired grills as well. So the choice comes down to necessity and preference.
However, grilling items are not limited to just the stove, you would still need a few things to the bbq party planning checklist such as stainless steel spatula, tongs, and grilling forks. It is better to go for long-handled utensils to save yourself from some of the heat.
Where To Find Them
There is no limit on the quality and price of the equipment as long it matches the requirements. Usually, the price of bbq grills ranges from BDT 1,000 to as high as BDT 9,000 depending on fuel type and benefits. Moreover, for tongs and spatulas, they range from BDT 500 to BDT 1,500. You can always find these products online. However, Dhaka’s New Market is one of the best places for home essentials in Dhaka. If you are willing to spend a few time, it is definitely worth the visit because of the value for your money.
Fuel Requirements
The second most important thing for planning a bbq party is how you plan to fuel the grill. Depending on the grilling machine, you can either go for gas, coal or electricity. Out these three, electricity would be the most convenient and cost efficient where a coal-fired grill would give you an authentic smoky flavor. However, you will need kerosene as well to fire up the coals so might as well add it to the bbq party planning checklist. And for a gas grill, a small cylinder should do the job.
Where To Find Them
Sourcing gas shouldn’t be difficult as it is widely available in any LPG gas shop. A small 12 kg cylinder would cost you around BDT 1,700. For the coals, you might have to search for a while. Usually, you will find coal at local metalworks, but prices may differ a bit. Normally coal costs about BDT 80 – 100 per kilogram. Also, kerosene is available at many local groceries.
One Time Plates and Glasses
Who wants to do the dishes after a party, right? Plus it also hard to keep track of the cutlery during a gathering. Your precious porcelains might get broken or lost, who knows. Hence, go for one time plates and glasses. They are easy to clean up and cost-effective at the same time. These plates and glasses come at different sizes, shapes, and qualities. So, don’t worry about your serving proportions. You can also get one time forks, knives and spoons too.
Where To Find Them
The most convenient place to obtain such items is from your local bazaar. Usually, at these bazaars, they have a particular segment dedicated to plastic products, where many of them are wholesale shops. That being so, you get to buy in bulk quantity and save a few bucks too.
Additional Items
Apart from the core items mentioned above, there are a few small things you need for planning a bbq party such as napkins or tissue papers (make sure you have plenty of them). To keep the venue clean, place a dustbin in the corner. Also, it’s better to keep multiple salt and pepper dispensers. And for yourself, keep a towel and grill brush nearby to clean the grease off the grill easily.
Where To Find Them
All these products can be sourced from super shops or the nearest bazaar as well. Make sure to prepare a list before to avoid a second trip to the store.
Safety Kits
Cooking under the open sky can be dangerous, especially for coal or gas-fired BBQs. Wind direction can be unpredictable at times. That’s why it is good to take precautions while planning a bbq party. For that, you can use kitchen gloves to avoid getting burnt. Also, bring a first aid box with band-aids, antiseptics and burn ointments just in case. Additionally, it is better to keep a fire extinguisher or water supply nearby for unwanted situations.
Where To Find Them
Ointments and band-aids are available at your nearest pharmacy. Some large-scale shops like Lazz Pharma also offer a complete first aid box as well so you can easily pick one of them instead. And for fire extinguisher look into the nearest hardware stores.
Late night roof-top BBQs are fun, especially because of the designated bbq spaces at condominium apartments. Hope you have a good time partying with friends and families. Share if you have any fun BBQ experiences or additional tips planning a bbq party in the comments section below. We would love to hear from you!
