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Bespoke outdoor kitchen installation in a Surrey garden, with sintered stone worktops and built-in grill
Nobody needs an outdoor kitchen. Nobody needs a beautiful garden either. And yet here we are!
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Discover why an outdoor kitchen is worth every penny. Expert design, top brands, and a Surrey showroom at Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Visit Kitchen in the Garden. Read more...
Bull Bison built-in charcoal grill integrated into an outdoor kitchen island at Cedar Nursery, Cobham
The Bull Bison - one of the only built in charcoal grills on the market
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The Bull Bison is one of the only built-in charcoal grills on the market. See it at Kitchen in the Garden, Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey. Read more...
Built-in gas grill integrated into an outdoor kitchen counter, surrounded by stainless steel cabinetry
Built in Grills for all Budgets
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Built-in grills for all budgets - BeefEater, Bull, Napoleon, Fulgor and Kenyon reviewed. Expert guidance from Kitchen in the Garden at Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Read more...
Block-built outdoor kitchen with built-in BBQ grill, stainless steel doors and porcelain worktop in a Surrey garden
How much does an outdoor Kitchen cost, Autumn 2026?
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How much does a block-built outdoor kitchen cost in the UK? Autumn 2026 guide to component, contractor and worktop costs from Kitchen in the Garden. Read more...
Close-up of a BeefEater 1200 series black and stainless steel gas barbecue with glass lid and four burner knobs.
Can you build an Outdoor Kitchen on a budget or for under £10k
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Can you build an outdoor kitchen for under £10k? Yes - with the right materials and planning. Our UK guide shows you how to spend wisely and last for years. Read more...
A beautifully designed outdoor kitchen in an autumn garden setting, featuring a built-in BBQ, pizza oven, and stone worktops
Why Autumn Is the Smartest Time to Plan Your Outdoor Kitchen
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Plan your outdoor kitchen this autumn and be ready to cook by summer. Expert advice on ROI, timelines, and features from Kitchen in the Garden, Cobham. Read more...
LPG gas bottle connected to a Bull BBQ with regulator and hose attached, outdoors on a patio
Connecting your LPG BBQ to the gas bottle
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How to connect your LPG BBQ to a gas bottle safely - a step-by-step guide covering regulators, leak testing, and safe storage for UK outdoor use. Read more...
Cast iron skillet with golden roast potatoes on an outdoor grill grate, ready to serve
Cook's Notebook - Cast Iron
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How to use cast iron dishes for perfect roast potatoes and tarte tatin - techniques, temperatures, and care tips for outdoor and indoor cooking. Read more...
a group of bananas
Cook's Notebook - Courgette Glut
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🎧 Listen to this article (narrated by Tim): Your browser does not support audio playback. An Outdoor Cook's Notebook - August 2026 The courgette glut: what to do with them... Read more...
The belief: gas grills simply cannot produce the same depth of flavour as - Kitchen In The Garden
Kitchen Myth Busters - Gas vs Charcoal
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Does charcoal really taste better than gas? We examine the science behind grill flavour and when fuel type actually makes a difference. Read more...
Cook's Notebook - Resting meat - Kitchen In The Garden
Cook's Notebook - Resting meat
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Learn how to rest meat properly after grilling - timing guides, technique tips, and carry-over cooking explained for better outdoor BBQ results. Read more...
The myth: chicken - Kitchen In The Garden
The myth: chicken
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Is the juices-run-clear test reliable for chicken? Food science says no. Learn why a probe thermometer is the only safe doneness check for poultry. Read more...
How a block built Outdoor Kitchen is not only versatile but can be cost saving - Kitchen In The Garden
How a block built Outdoor Kitchen is not only versatile but can be cost saving
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Discover why a block-built outdoor kitchen offers unmatched design freedom and long-term value. Expert advice from Kitchen in the Garden, Cobham, Surrey. Read more...
Outdoor Sinks - Everything you need to know - Kitchen In The Garden
Outdoor Sinks - Everything you need to know
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Everything you need to know about outdoor kitchen sinks - materials, plumbing, sizing, and winterisation for UK gardens. Expert advice from Kitchen in the Garden. Read more...
Why your 304 steel grill needs a breathable cover & the importance of a "passive surface layer" - Kitchen In The Garden
Why your 304 steel grill needs a breathable cover & the importance of a "passive surface layer"
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Why your 304 stainless steel grill needs a breathable cover - and how the passive surface layer protects against rust in the UK climate. Read more...
Globaltic Charcoal - Clean Burn, Intense Heat, No Compromise - Kitchen In The Garden
Globaltic Charcoal - Clean Burn, Intense Heat, No Compromise
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Globaltic Charcoal: clean-burning birch and oak lumpwood with no additives. Available in 5kg and 10kg bags at Kitchen in the Garden, Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Read more...
Soapstone cooking slabs - Kitchen In The Garden
Soapstone cooking slabs
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Discover soapstone cooking slabs - natural, non-stick surfaces for outdoor grills that cook fish, seafood and more with even, gentle heat. No coatings needed. Read more...
Can I leave my grill outdoors all year in the UK? - Kitchen In The Garden
Can I leave my grill outdoors all year in the UK?
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Can you leave a grill outside all year in the UK? Learn why stainless steel grade - not a cover - determines whether your BBQ survives the British climate. Read more...
Argentinian Asado Grill vs South African Braai - Kitchen In The Garden
Argentinian Asado Grill vs South African Braai
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Argentinian asado grill vs South African braai: compare techniques, equipment, and social traditions to choose the right live-fire setup for your outdoor kitchen. Read more...
The Evolution of Oliveti with Kitchen in the Garden - Kitchen In The Garden
The Evolution of Oliveti with Kitchen in the Garden
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How Oliveti modular outdoor kitchens evolved through a creative partnership with Kitchen in the Garden - from Chelsea debut to bespoke colour commissions. Read more...
Beefeater - a solid brand for the "everyman" - Kitchen In The Garden
Beefeater - a solid brand for the "everyman"
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Beefeater BBQs offer reliable gas grilling for the serious home cook. Expert advice from Kitchen in the Garden at Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey. Read more...
Luxury Brands Continued - Wolf/SubZero - Kitchen In The Garden
Luxury Brands Continued - Wolf/SubZero
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Wolf and Sub-Zero luxury outdoor kitchen appliances at Kitchen in the Garden, Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Expert design, UK's largest outdoor kitchen showroom. Read more...
How to pair wine with your BBQ for a brilliant garden party - Kitchen In The Garden
How to pair wine with your BBQ for a brilliant garden party
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Learn how to pair wine with BBQ food for your next garden party. Practical pairings for beef, chicken, fish, and vegetarian dishes, plus outdoor serving tips. Read more...
Buy well, buy once: Cedar and KinG's approach to sustainable living - Kitchen In The Garden
Buy well, buy once: Cedar and KinG's approach to sustainable living
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Sustainability through quality: how Cedar Nursery's buy-well-buy-once philosophy means stocking outdoor products built to last, repair, and never need replacing. Read more...