What's the one (and only thing) that would cause me to pass up a juicy burger at a summer barbecue? Flies buzzing around the meat platter. Grody!

Summer barbecues and picnics are breeding grounds for bacteria and food-borne illness simply because perishable food is often left out in warm weather for way too long.

Here are some food safety tips to keep in mind this summer whenever you're cooking or eating outdoors.