Planning a Father’s Day cookout and need ideas to upgrade your bbq serveware and accessories? Read on to browse my selection of the top Amazon finds to elevate the outdoor celebration of your #1 dad!
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If your family is like mine, Father’s Day and cookouts go hand-in-hand. Sometimes when we pull out our collection of outdoor entertaining stuff to host the celebration the dads in our lives, we realize that what we have been using either needs to be replaced, could be better, or we don’t have it at all. I’m guilty of this myself!
Acquiring a complete assortment of neutral and flexible serveware for your outdoor entertaining space takes time. I scoured Amazon to help you (and me) with this goal, keeping in mind the need for budget-friendly yet stylish options.
I’ll share with you my favorite Amazon finds to take your Father’s Day cookout to the next level. As a bonus – most of these these aren’t Father’s Day specific. So you will be able to use them at bbq and cookout events all summer long!
Acquiring a complete assortment of neutral and flexible serveware for your outdoor entertaining space takes time. I scoured Amazon to help you (and me) with this goal, keeping in mind the need for budget-friendly yet stylish options.
I’ll share with you my favorite Amazon finds to take your Father’s Day cookout to the next level. As a bonus – most of these these aren’t Father’s Day specific. So you will be able to use them at bbq and cookout events all summer long!
This post is all about the things you need from Amazon to host the perfect Father’s Day cookout.
BBQ Food Wrappers
Get ahead of the buffet line by pre-wrapping sandwiches in kraft deli paper, tied with twine and placed on a pretty tray ready for cookout guests to pick up. Portion appetizers, fruit, or dessert in modern wood cones arranged in a box with slots made to hold them. Either display option will keep your cookout cuisine more organized and (potentially) less messy!
Outdoor Plates
Outdoor plates of the melamine or paper variety would be my recommendation for any cookout. I especially love the idea of the kitchy red baskets, which would also work exceptionally well for Memorial Day and 4th of July celebrations!
Cute Cutlery
Let’s cut to the chase; disposable cutlery doesn’t have to LOOK disposable. There are plenty of affordable well-designed options on the market. Whether you prefer the rustic look of bamboo, the modern design of two-toned gold ware, or hammered faux-silverware, there’s a utensil for every Father’s Day cookout menu.
Paper Table Runners and Placemats
Make table decor simple at your Father’s Day cookout by using cut paper table runners and/or placemats. There is plenty of length on the table runners rolls; you’ll probably end up with some left over to enjoy with your bbq leftovers!
Father’s Day Napkins
I have a small obsession with finding the perfect napkin for an occasion. Seriously. Just ask my family. We have quite the extensive collection. Father’s Day dinners are no exception! I think this is one of the few items I would be very specific about the holiday you’re celebrating, if you want. Everything else can be generic enough to use at another bbq.
Corn-on-the-Cob Accessories
Two questions: 1) Is it a cookout without corn-on-the-cob? AND 2) How have I lived all these years using yellow corn holders when there is a much cuter options available!?
Condiment Servers
Leave the bottles in the fridge, and serve ketchup, mustard and other condiments in cute servers. Decanting anything you serve into a nice dish will instantaneously elevate your party, from sauce to salsa! And don’t forget to put melty things like cheese or mayonnaise-based sauces on ice to keep it from spoiling. You want your cookout to be epic for the right reasons – and not for the legendary bout of food poisoning everyone got!
Grilling Essentials
Get ready to fire up the grill! Treat the chef to a new grill set and accessories to cook Father’s Day dinner in style. Any of these items would double as great gift ideas for dad!
Beverage Cart and Coolers
Whether your cookout calls for a little space to ice a bottle or two of wine or a lot of space to hold multiple packs of cold ones, there are endless options for beverage carts and coolers on Amazon. These three top my list.
Serving Platters and Stands
Sometimes durable melamine or acrylic serveware is the only thing that will do at an outdoor event. Father’s Day cookouts may just be one of them. And when your dishes are coordinated and neutral, you can really let the party theme shine. These basic options are ones you can pull out and use all summer long!
Food Nets and Other Random Picks
This last category of Father’s Day cookout ideas is a catch all of items that didn’t fit other categories – but are still almost necessary for a successful event. If you don’t have these items on hand, these are some good options to consider!
Thanks so much for stopping by today. I really appreciate your time and hope that you found what you were looking for. Please leave a comment and let me know what your favorite item on this list is – and what you cannot live without at your summer cookouts!
If you’re interested in other summer entertaining finds, check out my blog post on unique outdoor entertaining gifts – to get inspiration for summer birthdays, bridal showers, weddings, and more!
Please don’t forget to check out my Pinterest page where I share tons of entertaining ideas nearly daily. Would love to see you over there!
And I do hope to see you back here soon!
Cheers!
