- Plasticware Target Fashionable, unbreakable and just plain pretty, these plates and platters come in bold summery shades–a must-have for any picnic table. Up to $9.99 at target.com. 2. The Great Big Burger Book by Jane Murphy and Liz Yeh Singh Contains the secret to happiness or, to be more specific, the secret to a big, juicy, flame-broiled burger. (There are even 30 veggie-burger recipes for all you cow huggers.) $29.95. 3. Blast MZ 1200 Philips This rugged portable stereo provides more than enough volume and bass to entertain your guests and anger your neighbors. Plays CDs, MP3-CDs and even the oh-so-retro radio. $499.99; see audio.philips.com for details. 4. The Q Grill Weber Don’t be deceived by the Euro styling; Weber isn’t pushing some sissy grill. Compact and sleek, it’s still got 280 square inches of grilling surface–enough for 10 king-size strip steaks. $199.95; www.weber.com. 5. Conversation Cookies Eleni’s Bakery If you can’t stand the heat… leave baking to the professionals. Too-cute confections–in iconic summer shapes–are the ideal hostess gift. $55 at elenis.com.
