The rise of the luxury barbecue: the UK’s new outdoor cooking obsession

The UK is experiencing a surge in the popularity of high-end, luxury barbecue equipment as consumers invest in premium outdoor cooking setups. Driven by changing dining habits and warmer summers, sales of expensive grills and ovens have seen significant growth.
Why it matters
This trend reflects a shift in consumer spending toward luxury home-leisure experiences and the evolution of outdoor cooking from a casual activity to a high-end hobby.
The barbecue boom began during the Covid lockdowns, say experts. Photograph: Hinterhaus Productions/Getty Images View image in fullscreen The barbecue boom began during the Covid lockdowns, say experts. Photograph: Hinterhaus Productions/Getty Images Barbecue The rise of the luxury barbecue: the UK’s new outdoor cooking obsession Sales of high-end barbecues are booming as hotter and longer summers increase appetite for alfresco dining
The article reports on consumer market trends and lifestyle shifts without political or ideological framing.
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