Ready to fire up the grill and elevate your Long Weekend dining experience? Look no further!  We’re bringing you 5 delectable BBQ recipes that will satisfy every craving, from succulent ribs to tantalizing grilled desserts. Whether you’re a meat lover, a vegetarian enthusiast, or simply someone with a sweet tooth, we’ve got you covered. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these flavorful dishes that are perfect for any backyard gathering or celebration. Let’s dive into the world of smoky flavours and sizzling delights that will make this a Long Weekend to remember.

1. **Classic BBQ Ribs:**
– Ingredients:
– Pork ribs
– BBQ sauce
– Salt and pepper
– Instructions:
– Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
– Season the ribs with salt and pepper.
– Place the ribs on the grill and cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, turning occasionally.
– During the last 15 minutes of cooking, brush the ribs with BBQ sauce.
– Serve hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

2. **Grilled Vegetable Skewers:**
– Ingredients:
– Assorted vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, etc.)
– Olive oil
– Salt and pepper
– Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
– Instructions:
– Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
– Cut the vegetables into chunks.
– Thread the vegetables onto the skewers.
– Brush the skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
– Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
– Serve hot as a delicious vegetarian option.

3. **Honey BBQ Chicken Wings:**
– Ingredients:
– Chicken wings
– BBQ sauce
– Honey
– Salt and pepper
– Instructions:
– Preheat your grill to medium heat.
– Season the chicken wings with salt and pepper.
– Grill the chicken wings for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through.
– During the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush the wings with a mixture of BBQ sauce and honey.
– Serve hot with extra sauce for dipping.

4. **Grilled Pineapple Dessert:**
– Ingredients:
– Pineapple slices
– Brown sugar
– Cinnamon
– Instructions:
– Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
– Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over the pineapple slices.
– Grill the pineapple slices for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they are caramelized and slightly charred.
– Serve hot as a sweet and tangy dessert option.

5. **Portobello Mushroom Burgers:**
– Ingredients:
– Portobello mushrooms
– Burger buns
– Cheese slices (optional)
– Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles (optional)
– BBQ sauce or your favourite condiments
– Instructions:
– Preheat your grill to medium heat.
– Brush the portobello mushrooms with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
– Grill the mushrooms for about 4-5 minutes per side, until they are tender and juicy.
– Assemble your burgers with the grilled mushrooms, cheese (if using), and your favourite toppings.
– Serve hot for a satisfying vegetarian BBQ option.

Enjoy your BBQ feast!