Italian cuisine is simple in the best sense of the word, but spectacular: with just a few good ingredients, you can conjure up a Mediterranean speciality in no time at all. Our current favourite example is this summery bread salad, which combines crispy bread cubes, crunchy, fresh vegetables and creamy burrata. Refined with the best olive oil and only lightly seasoned, this summer classic not only brings back holiday memories, it also tastes great - even on hot midsummer days.

The table is the social heart of the ensemble of garden furniture. When people come together in a cozy gathering, it takes on the central role, just as it does in the house. It is the place where people eat, laugh and talk together, in a form of togetherness that seems to be becoming increasingly rare in our digital world dominated by screens ...

Our barbecue range is divided into three parts. If you prefer a large appliance that also allows you to braise, smoke and bake food, we recommend the Big Green Egg: with this American classic, even scrambled eggs for summer brunch on the patio or freshly prepared pizza for dinner al fresco are a success. The stainless steel swivel barbecue is suitable for garden parties and large families and has been in our range for years because it is so reliable. And if you prefer not to handle barbecue briquettes and firelighters or are looking for an appliance that you can also use indoors in winter - how about one of our Milantoast contact barbecues?