What you absolutely must-must-must have for your Memorial Day BBQ

Surely you are either having or attending a barbecue this weekend, like any red-blooded, American citizen.

Good for you.

Now let's get down to details.

Barbecues are fun as long as there is meat and there are chips. But they are more fun if you have a few creature comforts to kick off the season.

Backyard Badminton
I know a lot of you city-dwellers get your outdoors time on a 2x2 back porch, but if there is any way at all you can add badminton to your party, it will immediately become 100% more fun.

Beer Coozies
If the weather cooperates, you'll need this. The kitschier, the better.

Flexible Paper Plates
I know that it's frowned upon in elegant circles to serve food on a recyclable product, but for grilling and outdoor activities, it's just so much easier. Plus, this sectioned plate keeps your baked beans off your hot dog until you're good and ready for them to meet.

Burgers
Whether you're the traditional ground chuck type, or a fancier Kobe beef burger kind of gal, this one is non-negotiable. If meat isn't your scene, get a veggie burger, but you must get a burger. It's a barbecue.

Happy Memorial Day, folks!