How to Create a Year-Round Outdoor Cooking Lifestyle in Your Garden
Introduction
Most people associate outdoor cooking with summer barbecues and sunny weekends. But what if we told you that with the right tools and setup, you could enjoy cooking in your garden all year long — rain, shine, or snow?
At The Cotswold Cooking Company , we believe outdoor cooking is more than a seasonal treat — it’s a lifestyle. Whether you're flipping burgers on a frosty December evening or firing up your wood oven on a spring morning, year-round outdoor cooking brings joy, connection, and flavour to every season.
This guide shows you exactly how to create a year-round outdoor cooking lifestyle — one that’s not only practical but deeply enriching.
Why Year-Round Outdoor Cooking Is the New Luxury Lifestyle
The modern homeowner is rethinking how they use their garden. Outdoor spaces are no longer reserved for lawn chairs and summer parties — they’re becoming extensions of the home, and the kitchen is moving outdoors with it.
Here’s why more people are choosing year-round outdoor cooking:
Emotional wellbeing : Cooking outside reconnects you with nature, helps reduce stress, and adds a sense of ritual to daily life.
More family time : Outdoor meals draw everyone together, even in chillier months.
Elevated entertaining : Hosting an alfresco pizza night in autumn or a winter grill party under a veranda is a show-stopping experience.
Our customers across the Cotswolds and Oxfordshire have embraced year-round outdoor cooking as a core part of their lifestyle — and once you experience it, there’s no going back.
Essential Elements for Year-Round Cooking
You don’t need a full garden renovation to start enjoying outdoor cooking year-round — but there are key elements that will make the experience seamless and enjoyable.
1. High-Performance BBQs
Invest in a versatile and reliable BBQ built to withstand the British weather.
We recommend:
GRLLR Prime G5S – A powerful, weather-resistant gas BBQ perfect for grilling in all seasons.
Whistler Burford Series – Built from premium 304 stainless steel, these grills retain heat like a dream and stand up to the cold.
2. All-Weather Pizza Ovens
A pizza oven isn’t just for pizzas — it’s for roasting meats, baking bread, and warming hearts.
Top picks:
Fontana Marinara Dual Fuel – Fast heat-up time, perfect for midweek winter dinners.
Igneus Ceramiko Pro 1000 – Retains high heat in cold weather; ideal for artisan baking.
Grillandia Alfa Nano Bundle – Wood-fired elegance in a compact format, built into your outdoor kitchen.
3. Shelter & Comfort
Rain? Wind? Snow? No problem. Add cover and warmth:
Deponti Pinela Glass Roof Veranda – Weatherproof, sleek, and ideal for built-in lighting and heating.
Renson Camargue Pergola – Automatic louvred roof with integrated heating and blinds for year-round comfort.
Fire pits, patio heaters, and weatherproof lighting also go a long way in keeping things cosy.
4. Weatherproof Storage & Surfaces
Outdoor kitchen modules like GRLLR Connect or Grillandia Medium Rare are designed with robust materials that protect your cooking tools and ingredients in any weather — and they look beautiful doing it.
Cooking Through the Seasons: Tips for All-Weather Alfresco
Winter
Opt for kamado grills like the GRLLR Ember Classic — ceramic insulation is perfect for cold weather.
Slow roast joints, stew meats, and bake hearty focaccias in your Fontana or Igneus oven.
Add mulled wine to your menu and soft blankets around your fire bowl.
Spring
Reopen your space with lighter dishes: grilled asparagus, wood-fired lamb, and sourdough bread.
Easter lunch outdoors? Absolutely — with a sheltered GRLLR kitchen and a warming pizza oven.
Refresh your space with seasonal herbs and vertical garden touches.
Summer...finally
This is your pizza party season. Fire up your Fontana Margherita for artisan flatbreads and classic Neapolitan pies.
Use your BBQ to smoke ribs, sear steaks, or grill seafood in your Grandhall Maxim G5.
Dining alfresco? Set up under a Deponti Bosco veranda with ambient lighting.
Autumn
Embrace harvest season with roasted squash, baked apple desserts, and fresh bread.
Halloween grilling? Yes please — and don’t forget the marshmallows over the fire pit.
Close your evening with a slow-cooked ragu making the most of your Grillandia Medium Well outdoor kitchen
Building the Perfect Setup for Your Space
''Every garden is different — your setup should reflect how you live and entertain''
For Compact Spaces
Try a GRLLR Sink + Kamado + Corner combo — space-efficient and modular.
Pair with a Fontana Margherita Pizza Oven on a trolley for flexibility.
For Larger Gardens & Terraces
Consider the Grillandia Grand or Maxim G5 Kitchen – luxury designs with built-in pizza ovens, gas BBQs, hobs, and drinks coolers.
Add a Renson Algarve or Deponti Giallo pergola for shelter and style.
For a Rustic or Natural Look
Choose Thermowood and granite finishes, like the Bambino Outdoor Kitchen with kamado grill and stone worktop.
We design spaces to suit modern lifestyles, offering both aesthetic and functional excellence.
Inspiration from Real Homes and Businesses
A family in Oxfordshire installed the Grillandia Alfa Nano bundle with a Deponti Bosco veranda — it became the hub for their Sunday feasts, even in winter.
A Cotswold boutique hotel upgraded their garden with a Whistler Fairford U-shaped kitchen , offering outdoor dining experiences year-round.
How to Start: Our Expert Recommendations
Getting started with year-round outdoor cooking doesn’t need to be overwhelming. Here’s our approach:
Start small : Begin with a kamado grill or compact pizza oven on a trolley.
Upgrade smart : Add a sink unit, cooling drawer, and corner module for ease.
Go all in : Choose a full kitchen bundle — like the GRLLR Pro Series or Whistler Burford Outdoor Kitchen — and add a Deponti veranda for shelter.
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Or book a consultation — let us help you design your dream setup. Call: 01295 233 071 for a friendly chat from one of experts.
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