Landscape & Urban Design Issue 53 2022 | Page 24

GARDEN DESIGN

COOK ALFRESCO IN A GARDEN KITCHEN

One of the few upsides to the current pandemic is that people are valuing their outside space much more , which has led to a greater desire to cook at home more often , and whenever possible , in the garden . One of the more established trends was the inclusion of Outdoor Kitchens in design projects , and this has been further heightened by the unfortunate recent events .
There are few things that complement warmer weather than the fragrant smoky aroma of a barbeque . Do not , however , believe that alfresco cooking is limited to the summer months only ; a delicious meal is just as welcome on a cold winter evening as a grilled burger on a sunny day in July . Having an outdoor kitchen gives your clients the opportunity to indulge in preparing and cooking delicious food in a fun and unique setting all year round .
For the landscaper , this also offers an enhanced profit opportunity . With help from an organisation such as Kitchen in the Garden , clients can select the outdoor cooking equipment that meets their needs , and one that suits their budget . It is important to seek the advice from a specialist firm with a broad portfolio of brands , so that a client can match their cooking style and usual party size with suitable quality equipment .
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