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Father’s Day BBQ Menu Ideas: Delicious Recipes for a Memorable Celebration

Looking for BBQ menu ideas for Father’s Day? Wait until you try these incredible recipes for your next summer cookout!

I can’t believe the end of May is near and grilling season has only just begun!

With Father’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to fire up the grill and celebrate our dads in style.

Whether your special dad is a seasoned grill master or a newbie to the world of BBQ, I’ve got you covered with mouthwatering menu ideas that are sure to impress.

Get ready to dig into some tasty treats that are easy to make and prepare.

Let’s make this Father’s Day one to remember.

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Supper Club

We’ve been having a great time with our supper club and this month we are celebrating all of the amazing dads in our lives with an incredible backyard BBQ.

And today, we are sharing several cookout recipes that dads around the world will love.

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We recently moved to a beautiful 1850 Farmhouse with 10 acres of gardens, sculptures and statues.

I’ve been gardening for over 20 years and enjoy helping beginner gardeners find their inner green thumb, as well as discover a love for all things plants and flowers. I love to bring the outdoors inside my home too.

I hope you enjoy visiting my home today and hope you come back so we can grow stuff and create beautiful spaces together.

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Father’s Day BBQ Menu Ideas

There’s something special about gathering in the backyard, surrounded by the tantalizing aroma of sizzling meat and the sound of laughter.

Father’s Day gatherings and grilling have become almost synonymous, creating cherished memories and bringing families together.

And what better way to honor our dads than with a backyard BBQ?

Let’s get ready to whip up a delicious menu that will have our dads smiling from ear to ear!

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7 Tasty BBQ Menu Drink Recipe Ideas

Start the celebration off right with these seven delicious drink recipe ideas that pair well with any BBQ menu.

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The Best Recipe for Peach Sangria

Looking for a light and fruity cocktail to enjoy all summer long? Wait until you try this recipe for peach sangria!

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The Best Blueberry Mojito Recipe Easy

Looking for a fun summer cocktail that is simple to prepare and is SO GOOD? Wait until you try this refreshing blueberry mojito recipe that is super easy to make!

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Refreshing Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

Looking for a refreshing beverage that can be made both with or without alcohol? Wait until you try this Strawberry lemonade recipe.

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7 Easy Appetizer Ideas for a Summer BBQ

It’s a great idea to serve a few appetizers when guests arrive. Wait until you try these easy appetizer ideas that complement any cookout menu.

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Easy Hummus Recipe With Rice Cake Flowers

Looking for a beautiful appetizer to serve at your next party? Wait until you try this easy hummus recipe with rice cake flowers.

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The Best Bruschetta Tomatoes Recipe

Looking for ways to use your garden tomatoes and basil? Wait until you try this fresh bruschetta tomatoes recipe.

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Mozzarella and Tomato Caprese Appetizer Bites

Looking for an appetizer recipe that's quick, easy and delicious to make? Wait until you try these mozzarella and tomato caprese appetizer bites.

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Best Side Dishes for a Summer Cookout Menu

Not sure what to serve with a grilled main course? Wait until you try these fresh, tasty, and delicious recipe ideas for a Father’s Day barbecue.

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Mom’s Best Old Fashioned Bacon-y Beans

Wait until you try this recipe for old-fashioned beans with bacon that is so good and so easy to make! My good friends Anne and AnnMarie from Simply 2 Moms shared how to whip up this summer cookout favorite.

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Simple and Delicious Pasta Salad

Wait until you try my good friend Pasha’s recipe for pasta salad from Pasha is Home.

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The Best Recipe for Caprese Salad

Are you looking for ways to use fresh tomatoes and basil? Wait until you try this recipe for the caprese salad.

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Simple Salad with Cucumber, Tomato, Onion Recipe

Looking for summer salad ideas that are light, refreshing, and easy to make? Wait until you try this simple salad with cucumber, tomato, and onion recipe.

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Quick and Easy Spinach Salad Recipe

Looking for a salad recipe that is fresh and simple to make? Wait until you try this quick and easy spinach salad recipe.

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Refreshing Cucumber Salad With Dill

Refreshing cucumber salad with dill using fresh ingredients from the vegetable garden or farmer's market.

Main Course Ideas for a Backyard BBQ Menu

Wait until you try these main course ideas for a Father’s Day cookout that he will love!

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The Best Tender Smoked Country Style Pork Ribs

My good friend Jen from Midwest Life and Style shared her incredible smoked country style pork ribs recipe that is so tendery, juicy, and delicious, he’ll want seconds.

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The Best Recipe for Sausage and Peppers

Wait until you try this super easy recipe for sausage, peppers, and onions that packs a lot of flavor with minimal clean-up.

Scrumptious Dessert Ideas for Father’s Day Menu

Wrapping up our delicious Father’s Day Cookout menu is dessert! And let me tell you, these are some good ones that you can make in a pinch and taste amazing.

Wait until you try these dessert recipe ideas.

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Old Fashioned Bourbon Bread Pudding

My good friend Rachel from the Ponds Farmhouse shared this super easy and boozy tasting bread pudding that is out of this world! Chris would love this one and I’m sure the dads in your life will too.

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The Best Peanut Butter Pie No Bake Recipe

Looking for a sinfully delicious dessert? Wait until you try this totally mouthwatering peanut butter pie no bake recipe!

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The Best Dump Cake Pineapple Recipe You’ll Ever Have

Looking for an easy summer dessert idea? Wait until you try this simple dump cake pineapple recipe.

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Apple Crisp Easy Recipe

Looking for an amazing fall dessert that is super simple to make? Grab some apples and whip up this apple crisp easy recipe.

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The Best Recipe for Rumchata Cupcakes

Are you looking for a festive dessert for a Mexican-themed cuisine dinner party? Wait until you try this recipe for rumchata cupcakes.

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The Best Coffee Cake Recipe

Looking for dessert ideas that are quick, easy, and delicious? Wait until you try this scrumptious coffee cake recipe!

More Father’s Day BBQ Menu Ideas

Do you have any BBQ recipes you love? I would love to know more in the comments below.

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10 Comments

  1. This is another fantastic menu! I can’t wait to try all these recipes this summer, including all your cocktails! Pinned. 🙂

  2. So many great ideas for a backyard BBQ Stacy! Love all of those drink ideas. Thanks for sharing.