Kitchen Products For Eating Outdoors

With the warm weather of late spring and summer, most families like to enjoy a meal outdoors every so often. If you’re grilling or simply enjoying a family dinner outside in your outdoor kitchen or by your outdoor fireplace, here are a few accessories that will make the experience even more enjoyable,

Pop-Up Food Tents

Pop-up food tents are a must-have for outdoor dining. These are inexpensive but make a huge difference. These are great for eating anywhere outside. They fold up for easy storage and pop open to cover your dishes. No more flies around your food! You can even find some of these mini tents in a variety of colors to make them look more fun! These pop-up food tents are essential in the summer for keeping bugs away. They’re excellent for use on the countertop in your outdoor kitchen, on a side table near the outdoor fireplace, or a picnic table at a campground! Food tents will also keep leaves, pollen, and more away from your delicious home-cooked meal so you can enjoy your dinner rather than keeping an eye on your food. Pick some up from Amazon: https://bsyl.ink/FoodTents

Giantex  70” 3-Piece Portable Folding Picnic Beer Table with Seating Set

Do you love to eat outdoors but have nowhere to sit? Maybe you have a picnic table that has seen betterdays. Whatever the situation, Giantex can help! This 3-piece 70″ picnic table with seating set is exactly what you need. It’s lightweight but sturdy, and it’s completely portable. The tops are made of Chinese fir wood and are finished to prevent cracks and chips. This picnic table set has folding legs so it can be stored just about anywhere! Even if you have an outdoor kitchen with stools or a table, this portable picnic table is great for changing locations or having people over to dine with you. Take it camping or leave it on your deck. Wherever it is, your whole family will love it! Order one here: https://bsyl.ink/PortablePicnicTable .  

Citronella Candles

Citronella candles are a staple for all outdoor living areas. They keep bugs at bay, especially when the sun starts to set. They’re a must-have for your outdoor kitchen, picnic table, or outdoor fireplace. Citronella candles can smell quite strong, but it’s not an unpleasant scent once you get used to it. Several companies are also making scented citronella candles to mask the strong smell. You can get citronella with lemongrass, lavender, vanilla, and more! These scented candles are every bit as effective but they smell much sweeter while dining. You can also find citronella candles in cute buckets, vases, and holders to match the aesthetic of our outdoor living area. Check out some options here: https://bsyl.ink/CitronellaCandles

Mesh Grilling Bags

This last item is for all the grillers out there. It doesn’t matter if you have the newest grill installed in youroutdoor kitchen or a small portable grill. Some things can be tough to grill without losing them to the flame. You can use these mesh bags for shrimp, veggies, meats, and more. Because they’re mesh, smoke can get through easily to give your food all the flavor you want from a grill. The mesh grill bags are non-stick and easy to wash. They’re also reusable which is great for the environment! This may not be an outdoor dining accessory, but they’re super useful for grilling and we wanted to give them the recognition they deserve. You can find a lot of size options across many brands. Browse some mesh grill bags on Amazon: https://bsyl.ink/MeshGrillingBags .  

We hope you’ve found some new items to add to your outdoor kitchen on this list! There are so many accessories designed to make outdoor cooking and dining more enjoyable. With a little searching on the internet you’ll find a new arsenal of kitchen products you didn’t know you needed. If you need a new outdoor kitchen because you’re so inspired by these products, call Planet Stone! We specialize in granite and quartz stone surfaces for indoor or outdoor living spaces. Stop by our showroom to see our stones in person, or check out our website at www.planet-stone.com

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