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Make your outdoor space more inviting for your next BBQ

Diggs & Dwellings offers quality options to make the most of your living spaces - indoor and out!
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The warmer weather has finally arrived and will only get warmer from here. For Jennifer Reich and Ian Worthington, owners of Diggs and Dwellings located in Sudbury, Ontario, the spring season means an interest by customers in the best outdoor trends of 2022. 

“The biggest trend right now is bringing the outdoors in and the indoors out,”  says Worthington, “We’ve been cooped up inside for too long, we want to be more connected with nature.” Adding functionality to your backyard will provide an inviting space for your guests at your next BBQ. “Remember to always properly treat your outdoor furniture, and if using fabrics susceptible to the sun or weather, keeping them under a patio or umbrella is a good idea.” 

If you’ve decided to do away with your broken white plastic resin chairs that have been handed down from a friend or you’re ready to upgrade to something more inviting, Diggs & Dwellings offers outdoor furniture available from CabanaCoast. A modern outdoor furniture line with roots in the Toronto area, CabanaCoast is designed with functionality and elegance in mind. Every piece of outdoor patio furniture is well-made, virtually maintenance free, and will work well in almost any backyard space. 

Mood lighting is another trend that has become increasingly popular in outdoor spaces and will impress and create a welcoming space during BBQ season.

Spending more time outdoors doesn’t need to be limited to the sunlight hours. With the right lighting, the perfect mood can be created to nurture conversation, over wine and food or not, for hours into the night. Try string lights, solar powered lanterns, or a fire pit and build the ambiance from there. 

Regardless of the size of your space, you can turn any patio, yard, or balcony into an impressive space to host guests or spend some time alone. Reich and Worthington from Diggs & Dwellings can help you spark inspiration and find the perfect furniture pieces to fit your space and promote a comfortable spot to spend the next several months. 

The Perfect Steak Marinade To Impress Your Guests

To impress your guests even further, having the best steak is key. With the perfect marinade recipe, you’re going to solidify the chance that your guests continue to dream about your food long after the last bite is gone. 

Here is our favourite marinade recipe. Just blend the ingredients in a blender until smooth and allow steaks to marinade in it overnight or for at least eight hours. If you have guests who prefer chicken or even vegetable alternatives, this marinade will still add the perfect punch of flavour.

Ingredients: 

  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder and/or 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons dried basil
  • 1 ½ tablespoons dried parsley flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • Optional hot sauce to your desired amount 

Visit Diggs & Dwellings online to see more home and patio inspiration.