The price of a summer cookout menu is up 20% due to high food costs. But as News 12's consumer reporter Janice Lieberman tells us in The Real Deal it is all in the presentation.

You could spend a lot of money getting platters of fruit, or fancy pre-made cocktails, or you could do it yourself!

Below are some fun hacks to make your entertaining easier and cheaper:

Make your own dessert truffle with pound cake, whipped cream and fruit.

For an ice cold frosé - open an ice pop, put it in your rosé and you've got yourself a restaurant cocktail!

It's time to grill! How do you know how full your propane tank is? Pour warm water on the side of the tank and feel it - the part that is cold is how much propane you have.

Don't waste money on premade fruit platters - slice up some watermelon and create your own.

If you have a story idea, question or tip, click here to reach out to Janice.