Life Hack: Common summer barbecuing mistakes and how to avoid them

From overcrowded grills to plastic tools, here are the common mistakes to avoid while BBQing this summer

Don't forget to give your grill a good scrub before lighting the first flames of the summer

As the smell of burgers and sausages grows over the country, so too does the sense of frustration when your carefully planned barbecue goes wrong. Chef Nico Reynolds has shared some common mistakes we make when using a barbecue and offers his advice on how to avoid some regular pitfalls.

The first mistake is buying a cheap barbecue instead of paying for a better-quality option.