When it comes to summer party fare, the grill reigns supreme. From burgers and brats to salads and sides, most everything can be prepared on this magical machine. But too often the flames are extinguished all too soon, and people don't consider cooking up dessert on it as well. Oh but they should.

There are a host of incredible, delicious grilled desserts you can cook up right there. Not only is it a fun twist, but it also means less mess to clean up inside and more time to sit back and enjoy those sweet summer nights.  Here are six sensational grilled dessert recipes to try:

Fire, meet food. We love grilling in the summer -- we'll grill just about anything we can get our hands on. It doesn't always have to be meat, either. You can grill sides, sandwiches, desserts, all kinds of dishes. Here are eight scrumptious grilling ideas that couldn't be easier. 

My summers always look like this: grill, relax, and whip up lots of mmm-worthy margaritas. NEVER do my grillin' and chillin' plans include getting eaten alive by mosquitoes and bees.

Unfortunately, my blood-sucking and bothersome insect frenemies know just how to crash a good time, and I'm usually in the corner of every barbecue pissed and pouting, full of bug bites.

To top it all off, I hate using bug spray. It's too sticky, too smelly, and too damn expensive. Personally, I'm making it a point to find another alternative. So with that in mind, check out these 6 chemical-free, low-budget, and kid-friendly remedies that naturally ward off those icky insects. The best part? You've probably got all the ingredients at home.

Oh the controversial hot dog. It's a choking hazard. It's made of mystery meat. I know at least one kid who eats only hot dogs. They're what I rely on every time we get together with our fishing neighbor because my son hates fish. So maybe, just maybe, some of us parents would like to serve our kids something other than a hot dog when we grill.

Here are five ideas for other foods you could grill for your kids -- something fun and tasty for everyone.

No cookout is complete without food, family and fun music. The right tunes can set a festive mood. So this grilling season, we have whipped up the perfect soundtrack for a summer barbecue.

With a mix of bubbly pop, cool rock, and sexy soul, this is a playlist every person in your family will enjoy.

Grilling this weekend? What'll you have with your MEAT? If you're grilling or barbecuing something special, your meat deserves some equally tasty side dishes.

You could pick up deli potato salad or coleslaw from the grocery store. Or you could come up with something a little more exciting -- something that'll make everyone say "ohh!" I have some sides recipes for you that offer some fun twists on a few classics.

Is there anything better or more satisfying on a summer afternoon than firing up the grill and enjoying juicy hamburgers and hot dogs? Those are two foods that I definitely can't get enough of in the warmer months (and pretty much all year round for that matter).

Grilling really brings out a delicious natural flavor in the meat, but I always enjoy hot dogs and burgers more when they've been seasoned to perfection instead of just slapping them on the fire and waiting for them to sizzle.

I'm a pretty decent cook, but my husband is actually way more creative than I am. He loves making fresh salsa & pico de gallo to top off our summer meals, and his combinations of cilantro, onion, tomatoes, mango, and spices always make my mouth water.

As grills across the country begin firing up for a host of summer gatherings and festivities, it’s time to spice up your wardrobe with one (or more) of summer’s sexiest pieces – the sundress. Cool, comfortable, and stylish all in one easy-to-wear piece, they’re as vital to a backyard barbecue as the sauce.  

The meat is smoky; the air is hot; and there you are cool, confident, and cute in your sundress. There are so many adorable ones to choose from, but here are six I love to provide a little inspiration for your sundress shopping.

Do you love sundresses for summer? What do you look for when shopping for one?

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