All Blog Posts Tagged 'patio' (3)

One of the best-kept secrets in the North is the intimate patio at upscale blu restaurant in Glen Arbor. Take a seat at one of the bistro tables and you are practically on the beach of Sleeping Bear Bay. While owners Randy and Mari Chamberlain prefer that people make reservations for eating inside the restaurant, they don’t take reservations for porch dining because of the… Continue

Upgrade Your Deck or Patio The backyard barbecue was designed to exude friendliness and informality. But don't let appearances fool you-sophisticated outdoor kitchens like this one offer many of the same conveniences as the indoor variety. A gas-fired, covered grill on your patio can easily handle spareribs, salmon steaks, shish kebabs, or anything else you fancy, while separate burners allow companion dishes to heat up at the same time. There's a refrigerator to keep foods at ready and… Continue

With National Barbecue Month, Cinco de Mayo and Memorial Day all falling in May, there are plenty of reasons to gather together with friends and family to enjoy the great outdoors. A new deck or patio can be the perfect gathering place, adding a new dimension to your yard and creating space that you didn’t even know you had. A well-planned outdoor living space can become a home owner’s backyard getaway, but the wrong deck or patio can end up as unused dead space. Keep the following in mind and i… Continue