There’s nothing better than a summer BBQ - smoky air, garden chatter, cold drinks, and of course, the sides. Whether you’re a crisp salad devotee or a carbs-all-the-way type, the right side dish can steal the show.In honour of our Big Green Egg BBQ + £1500 giveaway, we asked the Spruce team to share their go-to BBQ sides - the ones they bring to every garden gathering, family cookout, or casual grill night with friends. Here's what made the cut!

There’s something special about showing up with a gift. Not for show, not for obligation, but because you know what it’s like to host. The refilling of glasses, the lighting of candles, the last-minute clean, the is this enough salad? Spiral.

Because your morning cuppa deserves a little self-expression.We’re firm believers that the right mug just hits different.So, we asked the Spruce team to pick the mugs that speak to their hearts. From countryside charm to pared-back minimalism, there’s something here for everyone. Which one are you?