How to Create the Outdoor Kitchen of Your DreamsBy JHCadmin, July 22, 2013Outdoor kitchens are the latest trend. You can turn an underused outdoor space into a stunning haven that’s perfect for cooking, entertaining and relaxing. With some careful planning, you can use your outdoor kitchen year-round. When you visit Rich’s, you’ll find loads of inspiring ideas for creating an outdoor kitchen. Our friends at Twin Eagles specialize in hand-crafting high-quality outdoor kitchen components that blend modern design and classic elegance.Let’s explore the elements you’ll want to consider including in your outdoor kitchen.GrillThe hub of your kitchen will be the grill. We recommend the Twin Eagles 30” or 36” outdoor gas grill. These grills, which can be either built-in or free-standing (with a cart), feature 25,000 BTUs per burner. The burners are constructed of 14 gauge 304 stainless steel. These grills incorporate a 5-part system that uses both direct and radiant heat. This ensures that the grill will preheat faster, reach higher temperatures, distribute the heat more evenly, offer complete control in each grilling zone, and use less gas. Twin Eagles grills have the ability to cook multiple food items at different temperatures. For example, on a 30-inch grill, which has two zones, you could grill steaks over one zone while cooking corn or asparagus over a separate zone at a lower temperature. A divider between each burner breaks the grilling surface into zones. You can operate all zones at the same temperature level or control each zone temperature independently.All 30”, 36” and 42” grills have an optional Sear Zone (pictured below). 25,000 BTUs of direct heat will sear meats faster and deeper to seal in juices, resulting in moist, flavorful food.Twin Eagles offers a huge variety of built-in accessories, including side burners, griddles, power burners, smoker boxes, warming drawers, and more. You can special order any Twin Eagles item at Rich’s and it’ll be delivered in approximately two weeks.Let’s take a look at some other necessities you’ll want to add to your outdoor kitchen.Outdoor RefrigeratorKeep beverages, marinating meats and side dishes cold in this stainless steel-wrapped fridge that includes 6.1 feet of storage, two removable wire shelves three door-mounted shelves and full auto defrost.Ice MakerThis stainless steel ice maker cranks out 55 lbs of ice per day and includes 22 lbs. of built-in storage capacity. Cooler DrawerIf you don’t want a full-fledged refrigerator, consider this 30” cooler drawer that includes a 48-quart ice chest.24” Drop-In SinkThis large, commercial-quality sink with an oversized basin includes an integrated soap dispenser and cold faucet. 18” or 30” Outdoor Beverage CenterThe insulated ice compartment holds up to 40 lbs. of ice. Three specially designed compartments keep beverages cool and condiments fresh. The bar features:Stainless steel sliding ice bin coverFront speed rail holds 1-liter bottlesStainless steel bottle opener and towel ringStainless steel bar sink and chrome faucet Margarita CenterA versatile addition to your outdoor kitchen, the Margarita Center adds a dedicated appliance station to create a cocktail mixing center, a coffee & espresso bar, or a fresh juice bar. Includes a built-in 120 V electrical outlet.Beer Keg DispenserServe up frosty cold draft beer right from the tap! The dispenser can hold half or quarter kegs and includes the draft tower, C02 tank and regulator. 36” Tall Dry Storage DrawerEvery outdoor kitchen needs a place to organize and store essentials. These dry, sealed storage cabinets ensure that contents are protected from the elements. The extra deep design with fixed shelves and fully extension drawer offer generous space and storage flexibility. Tall Trash DrawerNo outdoor kitchen would be complete without a place to hide your trash. This 18” pull-out trash drawer includes a large capacity trash container.Paper Towel DrawerDon’t forget the finishing touch – a slide-out paper towel drawer and towel bar.Pinterest BoardCheck out hundreds more ideas on our "Outdoor Living... In Style" board on Pinterest. ‘Like’ Rich’s on FacebookWe provide tips and Internet-only specials on our Facebook page. Hope you’ll “like” us, and encourage your Facebook friends to join us, too. Subscribe to Rich's BlogSubscribe to our blog via your feed reader or receive our latest posts in your e-mail Inbox. Simply click “Subscribe to this blog’s feed” or fill out the form located in the right-hand sidebar of our blog. 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