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Split the Heat: Main Grill, Side Burner, and a Compact Companion
One grate rarely covers a full meal. Pair a 36-inch Ruby main grill with a Versa single burner and a 13-inch companion griller so sauces, sears, and sides stop fighting f
Wood Fire on the Trail, Infrared on the Patio
A compact cook kit that works the same job in two places: biomass heat you can pack, plus a 13-inch infrared companion that stays put when you want weeknight searing with
Practical Outdoor Kitchen Zones: Main Grill, Side Heat, and Cold Storage
A working outdoor cook line needs more than one fire. Pair a 36-inch Ruby grill with a side burner, a compact bar sink, and a drop-in ice chest so prep, cook, and serve s
Portable Fire Cooking for Camp and Patio
A fold-out campfire grill, a rocket stove built into an ammo can, and a compact infrared companion griller cover trail meals and weeknight patio cooking without a full is
Gas for Tuesday, Charcoal for Saturday: A Working Outdoor Kitchen Layout
Build one patio cook line that lights fast on weeknights and runs true charcoal or wood when you have time. Pair the heat with a cold station so guests stay outside.
Twigs, Wood Fire, and a Compact Patio Grill: Cooking That Travels
A rocket stove and fold-out campfire griller cover real meals off-grid. Pair them with a compact infrared companion grill at home and you keep the same cooking habits wit
Ice, Cocktails, and a Side Burner: Build the Working End of Your Outdoor Kitchen
Cold storage, a real mix station, and a compact heat source keep guests outside and the cook on pace. Here’s how three core pieces fit a practical Austin patio layout.
Host Outside Without the Fridge Runs: Ice, Cocktails, and a 36-Inch Cook Line
Cold drinks stay put and the grill stays busy when you plan the serving zone the same way you plan the cook line. Here’s how a drop-in ice chest, a compact cocktail stati
Ruby Rotisserie Cooking Tips: Spit Setup, Balance, and 25-Pound Loads
How to assemble the Ruby rotisserie (motor, forks, spit rod, and counter weight), then cook large roasts and poultry with even self-basting heat. High and low spit positi
Ruby Pro-Sear: Up to 800°F in Minutes, and How to Tune the Flame
A Ruby climbs about 200° every minute, and the Thermal Searing Grate gets up to 800°F. Here is how true convection, the hollow-chamber grate, the I-burners, and the air v
The Alamo Island: A Complete Hybrid Outdoor Kitchen, Ready to Cook
Ten feet of 304 stainless, a hybrid grill, and a layout that actually entertains — the Alamo package is Sunstone’s most complete “drop it in the yard” outdoor kitchen.
The Dallas 14-Foot Island: Outdoor Entertaining at Full Scale
The Dallas package is Sunstone’s long-run entertaining island — 14 feet of 304 stainless with the largest hybrid grill, built for the party that does not go back inside.
Power Cirque: The 24-Inch Outdoor Wok, Paella, and Griddle Centerpiece
Sunstone’s Power Cirque is a 24" circular high-BTU module for wok, plancha, and kamado-style cooking — a second fire that makes the grill station feel like a kitchen.
Ruby 3-Burner Pro-Sear: Weeknight Steaks, Weekend Crowds
The 30" Ruby Pro-Sear is the grill you actually use on a Tuesday: up to 60,000 BTU of direct-flame heat, 304 stainless, and a 540 sq in grate that still hosts Saturday st
StarBBQ Live Fire: Charcoal Flavor You Can Roll Into the Yard
The StarBBQ 24" charcoal cart is heavy-duty live-fire cooking with a hood, chimney, and wheels — smoke and sear without committing a full island.
True-Hybrid Grilling: Gas Speed, Charcoal Flavor, One Grill
Sunstone True-Hybrid grills put gas burners and a charcoal/wood firebox in one 304 stainless body. Sear on gas, smoke on charcoal, or run both.
Designing the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen in 2024: Trends, Tips, and Sunstone Solutions
Outdoor kitchens have evolved from simple grill stations to sophisticated entertainment spaces. Explore the latest design trends, planning considerations, and how Sunston
From Backyard to Gourmet: A Complete Guide to Outdoor Cooking with Sunstone Grills
Explore Sunstone's full lineup of outdoor cooking equipment, from Ruby Pro-Sear grills to StarBBQ charcoal grills and Power Cirque burners. Master the art of outdoor cook
ODK Components: The Building Blocks of a Custom Outdoor Kitchen
Sunstone's ODK (Outdoor Drop-in Kitchen) components let you build a truly custom outdoor kitchen. Explore drop-in grills, side burners, sinks, and specialty components th
Elevate Your Outdoor Kitchen: The Complete Guide to Sunstone Appliance Stations
From outdoor refrigerators and ice makers to bar centers and wine coolers, Sunstone's appliance station lineup turns your outdoor kitchen into a fully equipped entertainm
Ruby Pro-Sear Grills: How Direct-Flame Searing Works
Sunstone's Ruby Pro-Sear grills deliver restaurant-quality searing at home with direct flame. See how the stainless I-burners and the sear grate insert work, why the crus
Keep Your Outdoor Kitchen Running Perfectly: The Complete Guide to Sunstone Parts & Accessories
From replacement grill grates and burners to rotisserie kits, covers, and cleaning tools, Sunstone's parts and accessories lineup keeps your outdoor kitchen performing at
The Ultimate Guide to Sunstone Cabinet Islands: Build Your Dream Outdoor Kitchen
Discover how Sunstone's modular 304 stainless steel cabinet islands transform any backyard into a professional outdoor kitchen. From single-door bases to full L-shaped co