Create your dream al fresco space and elevate garden dining with these outdoor cooking ideas
Whether you have a small garden, balcony, or larger space, cooking al fresco is one of the highlights of summer. From traditional BBQs (plus must-have BBQ accessories) to pro-level pizza ovens and cosy-making fire pits, we have a few inspiring ideas to help you cook and entertain outside all summer.
Put up the gazebo, prepare some delicious dishes, arrange the garden furniture – especially the essential dining table and chairs – and let the feasting commence…
Your perfect barbecue
Be it upon a charcoal BBQ or a next-generation gas grill, few things compare to cooking outdoors. If you like cooking for large groups, and have the space, go for a gas-fueled four-burner. If you’re short on space, the Weber foldable BBQ might be The One. Check out our BBQ buyer’s guide for more ideas.
The pizza oven
Whether you have a big or small outdoor area, there’s a pizza oven for you. From foolproof best-selling Ooni pizza ovens to the slick chef’s choice – the Gozney Dome – you’ll be serving perfect pizza in no time. Don’t forget your pizza oven accessories, such as trivets, pizza peels and pellets, too.
The modern kamado grill
Influenced by Japanese grilling techniques that go back about 3,000 years, kamado-style cooking has inspired a slew of innovative new grills. Just add super-comfy garden furniture and get feasting.
