mommato3boys Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 We have bought an old house and it needs some remodeling and one of the areas in desperate need is the kitchen. I have decided that I am going to look into a gazebo with power outlets. Since I don't have much cabinet space I am drying most of the food I am storing this year. and I think a gazebo would be the best place to set up dehydrators. I could screen it in put a work table with a sink and set up shop. This way we could also use it for eating during the summer when we grill. Yep I see a gazebo in my future. Anyone else have a "summer kitchen" where they do their dehydrating and canning? What are some things in your kitchen or would like to have in your summer kitchen? Looking for ideas. Quote Link to comment
Mt_Rider Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 (edited) I have one of those portable roaster things. I've taken it out to the porch to avoid heating up the house. MtRider .....do you have any critters [raccoons, neighbor cats, etc] that might get thru the screens? Edited September 1, 2014 by Mt_Rider Quote Link to comment
Ambergris Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I had to explain to my son what a summer kitchen was, and now he's all in favor of helping build and pay for one. You might consider a laundry tub for the sink. It's finally a place where any pot you have will fit. Quote Link to comment
mommato3boys Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 You mean like this? Yes it is on my wish list. Actually I want a double one. Quote Link to comment
Mt_Rider Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 I have the one in the last pic. It's in the basement and perfect for utility things like washing duck eggs, soaking/pre-washing filthy garden clothes, washing lots of garden produce..... In all my BugOut scenarios, I plan to take that too. If we had to camp, that would really make things easier. Has been used to bath a young child too. MtRider Quote Link to comment
dogmom4 Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 i have the last one in my garage next to the washer. It's where the water drains out. Quote Link to comment
Twilight Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 DoItBest in the town north of here caters to the Amish. I have been eyeing a double tub, I think it is on rollers but not sure.. it is white "plastic" not sure what kind.Would be perfect for hand washing Quote Link to comment
Jeepers Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 (edited) Love that first picture! I have a double sink in my basement that the washer drains into. It was here when I moved in. Actually, I'd rather have a single one. The double one is so big. Forgot to add: When my son dried hot peppers, we put the dehydrator in the garage because of the smell. Otherwise, I use it in the kitchen but I usually dehydrate frozen food so I wait until winter to add heat. Edited September 9, 2014 by Jeepers Quote Link to comment
lovinit Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 I would need a wind break and something to keep the cats down and away. It is a little easier having the dogs not being on my deck Quote Link to comment
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