Ricky Eisen's Budget Friendly Summer Party Tips

Ricky Eisen, founder and president of five-star gourmet corporate catering company Between the Bread and The Crafted Cookie, knows a thing or two (or a few hundred) about entertaining. Her award-winning success in the competitive catering industry is due to her commitment to quality and infallibly high standards, from the taste of her customized dishes to inventive and eccentric party décor.

Ricky Eisen's Summer Party Tips Slideshow

Luckily for us, she has shed some of her wisdom by relinquishing some of her budget-friendly and seemingly effortless tips on how to host an exceptional summer barbecue, just in time for Labor Day.

From easy-breezy and wallet friendly décor to a fault-free and delicious menu, here are Ricky's top tips for hosting a summer party your friends will be talking about, and probing you for tips.

Whether you can't decide on what melt-free summer dessert to serve to hungry guests or how to cater to a variety of diet preferences and requirements, Ricky has you covered. So check out Ricky's top tips and get to hosting your most stress-free and best party yet!