for a natural smoky flavor. A charcoal grill requires coals to be lit in order to begin grilling, which can be done using a fire starter and a long match. Wait for the charcoal to heat up for about 20 minutes before starting to cook. When you're done with the charcoal grill, close the lid and let the coals cool down naturally before emptying the ashes. Charcoal grills get hotter and impart a more natural flavor, but they're more difficult to clean and keep at a constant temperature. for an easy-to-use, convenient option. A gas grill often uses a propane tank that will need to be properly attached before starting to cookyou can do this by connecting the grill's gas line to the propane tank nozzle. The gas grill has controls that you can easily turn on and off to light the grill, as well as control the temperature and placement of the fire. Gas grills tend to be more expensive but are easier to work and don't take as long to heat up. Make sure the gas is turned to the off position before hooking the propane tank up to the grill. If you're cooking something like burgers or hot dogs, it's best to cook them over direct heat since they cook faster. The section of your grill with direct heat will be the hottest. A gas grill will have settings, such as Low, Medium, and High, that you can easily adjust to get the right heat level. Your charcoal grill will just be set up normally with lit coals underneath. Foods such as ribs are often cooked over indirect heat for the slow and steady smoky flavor. Set the indirect heat section to low heat on a gas grill, or place your food on the side without coals underneath on a charcoal grill. For charcoal grills, keep your coals or briquettes on one side of your grillthe direct heat sideand keep the other side (the indirect heat side)free of coals. Close the lid for slower-cooking foods to keep the heat in. When you go to place your meats or veggies on the grill, use a pair of tongs or a spatula, as these are likely your most useful tools. It's also a good idea to have grilling mitts and aluminum pans that you can use as well. Make sure you're not handling cooked foods with a tool that has uncooked meat residue on it. Try to flip your food only once or twice to keep in the juices. using a thermometer. Stick the thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, keeping it away from the bone. You can use either a dial or digital thermometer, just make sure to wait long enough for the thermometer to get an accurate reading. The internal temperature of poultry should be 165F (74C) while pork and fish should be 145F (63C). Beef ranges from 140F (60C) which is rare, to 170F (77C) which is well done. Make sure you're using a thermometer that's made for meat and poultry.
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One-sentence summary -- Use a charcoal grill Opt for a gas grill Use direct heat for faster-cooking foods. Use indirect heat for slow-cooking meats. Use quality grilling tools throughout the BBQ process. Test for meat doneness

Article: For parties, whether themed or no theme, run of mill decorations like balloons, confetti, streamers, and banners are not uncommon. Go to stores like Dollar Tree and find these common decorations at a low cost. Go to higher end stores, like Michael's, to find decorations that match with your theme. Make your decorations unique and inject a little personality by going the decor road less traveled or visiting a local thrift store for decor. Use pink paper lanterns as a unique, luxe alternative to the average balloon, for example. Use mason jars as center pieces and thrift plates and table cloths to make for an elegant setup for your party and/or personalize them to match your party's overall theme. Party favors do not have to be complex in nature. They can be straightforward favors in their simplicity. They can also be sentimental and come with a lot of thought and effort. While you don't have to have party favors, they are a nice way to leave a lasting impression after a great night. Fill up a small gift bag with different lollipops and candies. Use a small box to box an individual cupcake. Extra points if the cupcake is the same icing and flavor as the main birthday cake! Gift guests with a notebook and a pen that you can personalize by writing their names on the front of. Make friendship bracelets out of multicolored strings to give as party favors. Create a "mixtape" out of blank CDs and your favorite songs from the previous year. This will be a great reminder of you and a memento of what you guys were probably listening to when you were a year younger. Cater to the needs of any food allergies that might have been mentioned in your invite's RSVP. Kids aren't hard to please when it comes to food so try to keep it as simple as possible, bearing in mind that in terms of importance, food is the icing while the birthday party is the actual cake. Order party food staples like pizza, potato chips or pretzels, and sodas. Make sure to order a cake, as well as ice cream options. Provide healthy alternatives like vegetable or hummus trays. Simple is good, but options are also good. Consider adding gluten-free foods to the menu as well. Keeping your guests entertained should be the host/hostess's main objective. While choosing to host a birthday party outside of your home may make that task a lot easier, hosting a birthday party from home will mean coming up with ideas of how to keep your guests from getting bored: Consider group games everyone can play like Heads Up, Twister, Would You Rather, karaoke, and board games . A great way to have fun and to provide keepsakes for guests is creating a makeshift photobooth using an empty wall as a backdrop. Incorporate handmade signs and silly props to personalize the photosets.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Purchase decorations for the party that match your theme. Decide whether or not you want to give guests party favors for their attendance. Decide on a menu for guests. Think of entertainment.