Outdoor Kitchen Storage: Cabinet Guide & 4 Excellent Ideas

l shaped outdoor kitchen with storage drawers and two kamado cookers

When you think about designing your outdoor kitchen… You’re probably focused on the coolest appliances… Fun accessories… And making sure there’s enough room for everyone at your cookouts! While these are important considerations… It’ll defeat the purpose of having an outdoor kitchen if you don’t have enough storage!  After all… One of the main reasons … Read more

Outdoor Concrete Countertops: 12 Step DIY Guide for Pour in Place

concrete countertop on an rta outdoor kitchen with a built in sink and grill

So you’re in the middle of planning a DIY outdoor kitchen project. That’s fantastic! In the midst of all this excitement… You’re beginning to compile your task list. And one of the most important tasks you’ll complete? Making outdoor concrete countertops. As the surface you’ll be preparing and serving food on… It’s essential to get … Read more

Outside Kitchen: 22 Incredible DIY Ideas & Inspiration

4 outdoor kitchens for inspiration

Have you been thinking about building an outside kitchen, but don’t quite know where to start? We get it… It’s a big project with a lot of possibilities! There are so many ways to build them… Where do you even begin? You’ll have to think about the size, the layout, the appliances, the aesthetics, the … Read more

Built In Traeger Grill: How-To Guide & Your 3 Best Options

There’s nothing quite like smoking ribs on your Traeger grill. (Or any other protein, for that matter!) That tantalizing smoky flavor… Just the thought of it is probably making your mouth water! Whether your Traeger grill is brand new or well-loved… It’s become a staple in your backyard cooking space. So naturally, you want to … Read more

Outdoor Kitchen Cabinets: Top 5 Brands & Best Materials

gentleman opening up a storage drawer in his rta outdoor kitchen

There’s a good chance that cabinets take up some real estate in your indoor kitchen. So when planning an outdoor kitchen… Outdoor cabinetry may seem like an obvious choice. Not only will it provide a solid structure for your grill and appliances… But you’ll also gain valuable outdoor storage space for your go-to BBQ tools. … Read more

Outdoor Kitchen Plans: 14 Stunning Ideas & Free DIY Samples

So you’re in the middle of planning your outdoor kitchen and you’re wondering… How is this going to work? You may have plenty of ideas. But how exactly do you put pen to paper? Or find someone to draw them up for you? It’s a tough question to answer. These days, there are quite a … Read more

Modern Outdoor Kitchen Islands: Current Trends & 22 Great Ideas

mike pyle modern large u shaped outdoor kitchen with pizza oven and bar seating

You’re entertaining the idea of an outdoor kitchen project and you’re wondering… What aesthetic do I want my outdoor kitchen island to have? Rustic fits a certain taste… But what you’re really after is a modern outdoor kitchen. Recently, the demand for modern outdoor kitchen designs has skyrocketed. It’s easy to see why. The sleek, … Read more

Buying an Outdoor Kitchen? Avoid these 6 Mistakes

Everyone makes mistakes. It’s a reality of being human… We’re fallible beings. Yet sometimes… Mistakes are avoidable. This is especially true of your outdoor kitchen island project. Whether you’re in the beginning or final stages of your project… You know that an outdoor kitchen is a large investment. Therefore… Any mistakes made come at a … Read more

Outdoor Kitchen Budget – 8 Tips to Help Determine Yours

If you’re reading this, you’re likely in the beginning stages of planning your outdoor kitchen. How exciting! Of course, one of the first areas you’ll want to address is your outdoor kitchen budget. What are you willing to spend on your outdoor kitchen project? It’s a big question. There are so many outdoor kitchen costs … Read more

Modular Outdoor Kitchen: Your Best Option & 7 Crucial Considerations

When considering an outdoor kitchen project… Ease of assembly plays a large role in the decision making process. In our ever-increasing desire for instant gratification, you don’t want to wait. The ideal outdoor kitchen project is quick, easy, and satisfying. For this reason, many homeowners gravitate toward modular outdoor kitchens. But… What are they, exactly? … Read more

The U.S. States with the Best and Worst Party Guests

Parties are a fun way to connect with friends, family, or neighbors and meet new people that are sure to become fast friends. Or will they? We’ve all been to parties where the guests are less than hospitable. In fact, it’s likely that we’ve all encountered at least one person that seemed to be set … Read more

The Most Popular Milkshake Flavor in Every U.S. State

Have you ever wondered if your state’s favorite milkshake brings all the boys to the yard? If this thought has been on your mind lately, you are not alone. At RTA Outdoor Living, we love milkshakes and wanted to figure out what the most popular milkshake flavors are across America. To do this, we investigated … Read more

35 Outdoor Kitchen Ideas: Best Designs For Inspiration & Entertaining – RTA Outdoor Living

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Have you been daydreaming about an outdoor kitchen project? With all the benefits an outdoor kitchen has to offer… We don’t blame you. We obsess over it too. Time in your outdoor space… Memories with friends and family… Delicious, fresh-grilled food… It’s an experience most of us cherish every summer. But we don’t need to … Read more

The Best and Worst U.S. Cities for Stargazing

Whether wishing upon a shooting star or dialing in a high-powered telescope to make out the Andromeda constellation, stargazing is a backyard activity we can all enjoy. It’s an awe-inspiring activity that slows time to a crawl, allowing us to enjoy good food, company, and the glittering sky—now, that’s what we call dinner and a … Read more

Friendliest Cities in the US – Neighborhood Friendliness Survey

As we’ve all learned over the past year, having friendly neighbors is such a blessing, allowing for socially-distanced backyard dinner parties and patio cocktail hours. As a result, many of us have had an avenue to continue lasting friendships with neighbors and get much-needed face time throughout the pandemic. At RTA, we are all about … Read more