Summer is finally here! The sun is shining, we’re heading to the beach or the pool, and we love eating outside. Sounds perfect, right? Well… almost. Because anyone who eats outdoors knows there’s always one uninvited guest: flies. Lots of them.

And no, not just the occasional fly hovering over your fruit salad. We’re talking about a full invasion that seems to start the moment you take your first bite. Whether you’ve just fired up the barbecue, placed a fresh pasta salad on the table, or are simply trying to enjoy a sandwich in the garden, suddenly they’re everywhere. Swarms of flies dive straight for your food as if it was prepared especially for them. Warm weather is the perfect breeding ground, so one fly quickly turns into ten. Before you know it, you’re stuck in a buzzing cloud right above your plate. Flies have a way of turning a peaceful meal into their own private party. But here’s the good news: there is something that actually helps, and chances are, you already have it at home!

What Not to Do

Maybe you’ve tried keeping them away with a spinning fly repellent on the table. Or you’ve hung up sticky strips. Maybe you’ve even bought an electric fly swatter or spray. But let’s be honest: they rarely solve the problem. Flies keep coming back as if your table is the center of their summer party. On top of that, most of these solutions aren’t exactly pleasant or eco-friendly. Sticky strips look disgusting once they’re full, sprays smell chemical, and fly swatters often leave stains (and scare your guests!).

So, what does work against flies? The answer is simple, inexpensive, and you probably already have it at home… Find out on the next page!