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  Issue #307 - June 2008
Backyard entertaining is bigger than ever. And why not? It’s tough to beat spending a warm summer evening in the yard with family and friends, a few favorites on the grill, and a cold beverage to wash away the cares of the day.

Look through most lifestyle magazines, though, and they’ll tell you that entertaining in style outdoors requires an elaborate (meaning expensive) space with a backyard kitchen, a wet bar, and an outdoor entertainment system. Really? Whatever happened to just kicking back and having a good time on the patio?
As much as I hate to break it to those who push style on folks with deep pockets, entertaining on the patio can be just as fun. And, as you can see above, a patio can have plenty of style. Plus, you can create it without emptying your pockets.
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