Outdoor Kitchen Appliances

Every home owner wants to be able to cook and dine outside. Outdoor kitchens are both classy and versatile. They expand your living space and allow you to entertain guests without additional hassle. In order for you to fully enjoy the benefits of an outdoor kitchen, you should  know what outdoor kitchen appliances you will require to incorporate into your design. An outdoor kitchen should have as much functionality as possible in order for it to be worthwhile.

Outdoor kitchen appliances need to befit the size of the outdoor kitchen and ultimately serve the function for which they are installed. When choosing outdoor kitchen appliances, be sure to choose stainless steel material so that their durability while outdoors is guaranteed. If budgetary constraints are a non-issue, you could consider having in your outdoor kitchen, every appliance you have in your interior kitchen

Your budget will largely determine what type of barbeque grill you will choose for your outdoor kitchen. You could either have an electric grill, a charcoal grill or a gas/ propane grill. It is important to choose a model that allows you as much flexibility and versatility as possible.

 A grill with a convection oven, a pizza oven, food warming burners, rotisserie attachment and under drawer storage, it is bound to offer you more functionality; which makes it a great choice. The more the functionality your grill accords you, the more you are bound to spend in purchasing it.

Some grills come with a side burner. A burner (for heating sauces and preparing gravies) is more appropriate if detached from the barbeque grill or oven as it offers it more efficiency in use. Cook-tops can either be counter-built or free standing. The desired visual effect will also be a factor to consider when choosing a cook-top for your outdoor kitchen

Outdoor refrigerators and freezers

Refrigeration is an important addition to your outdoors kitchen. It allows you the flexibility and convenience of storing the perishables you will use for an outdoor event you are hosting. Salads, vegetables, dairy, desserts, meat, fish, poultry can all be kept fresh and cool until they are required, reducing the threat of contamination from bacteria and subsequent illness.

Outdoor wine coolers, beverage centres and outdoor bar

These allow you the luxury of hosting from the outdoors without requiring the use of the indoor bar. The outdoor bar may either be inbuilt or free standing depending on your requirements. Think refreshing ice cold beer, lager or soft drinks, chilled sparkling or white wine, iced tea or coffee within easy reach. Guests can also help themselves to beverages allowing you more time to relax too.

Food warming drawers

You could buy food warming drawers separately or acquire a barbeque grill that offers the versatility of food warming drawer compartments. These are particularly useful when entertaining large numbers of guests as food can be cooked in small batches and the quality will not be compromised (think 'hostess trolley') They are even ideal for keeping hot desserts warm.  The convenience of these drawers means that you can plan and prepare ahead of your guests arrival giving you more opportunity to relax and socialise.

Patio Heaters

Patio heaters allow you to keep warm as you dine from the patio area whenever you are entertaining guests at night. Even the chilliest of weather need not prevent you using your outside kitchen and eating area to entertain.  Use with soft throws and cushions to keep you and your guests snug and warm. Serve your guests warm mulled wine and warmed canapes, mini baked potatoes, chilli con carne, soup or casseroles on colder days or evenings.

Outdoor kitchen ventilation hoods

In case your kitchen is close to the house you might want to take measures to prevent smoke from getting into the house. There are many designs to select from, dependent on what you have perceived in mind as the desired effect for your kitchen. Some kitchen hoods afford you the flexibility of halogen lighting to supplement the overall lighting in your outdoors kitchen.

Dishwashers

You may require the flexibility of being able to do your dishes and clear ups from the outdoors kitchen. Having a dishwasher outdoors may require you to contract the services of a plumber. Choosing an appropriate location for a dishwasher outdoors must also be considered- it should be conveniently located near a power source.

Outdoor sinks

They allow you to clean hands and do dishes (in case you do not have an outdoors dish washer) as you prepare food from outside. Outdoor kitchen sinks bear a different design from conventional interiors kitchen sink. You could consider purchasing one that best suits your outdoor Kitchen design

Outdoor Kitchen Storage

Be sure to incorporate sufficient storage units when planning your outdoor kitchen. You will find steel made storage cabinets which you can in-build beneath your outdoor kitchen top. Your grill of choice may also come with the convenience of storage depending on the model and brand.

In order for you to reap the full benefits of having an outdoor kitchen, you may want to ensure that the comfort, ambiance and safety synonymous with the interiors, is introduced outside as well. You should be able to enjoy the experience of cooking and dining from outside as much as you would if you were indoors.

You could also consider hiring the services of an interior designer or landscaper to help you with spatial planning for your kitchen space.Having worthwhile outdoor kitchen appliances should also be ensured in order for the functionality of your kitchen to be assured.