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quoteOK, so you’ve got your caravan, motorhome or campervan, complete with a kitchen. But sometimes you want just a bit more in terms of cooking facilities – inside and outside.
Cooking in your leisure vehicles doesn’t have to mean compromising on flavour or flexibility. Whether you’re parked up on a campsite with hook-up or enjoying an off-grid escape, having a selection of cooking gear can transform your touring meals from basic to brilliant.
In this guide, we’ve rounded up the best caravan and motorhome cooking equipment to suit every setup – from gas BBQs and portable stoves to compact air fryers and space-saving kitchen accessories.
Whether you’re rustling up breakfast al fresco or baking a cake without a conventional oven, these gadgets and gizmos will help you make the most of your leisure vehicle kitchen – indoors and out.
Let’s get cooking….
We start with six alternative types of cooker that might just prove the perfect complement to any cooking facilities you already have on board…plus six pieces of extra kit that can make your caravan and motorhome cooking all the more special.
Star Player #1
Cadac Carri Chef 40 BBQ
This gas-powered outdoor cooker just couldn’t be more versatile, thanks to its choice of cooking surfaces.
Cadac’s bespoke GreenGrill ceramic process means a coating that’s quick to heat, with an even cooking area (that’s for both the barbecue grid and the Chef pan), and easy to clean.
The dome lid means heat is used as efficiently as possible, plus it includes a thermometer. The lid can also be positioned to act as a wind guard too.
Meanwhile, a single adjustable leg means it can cope with uneven ground, and it all packs down into its own carrybag for easy transportation and stowing.
Look out, also, for plenty of accessories suitable for Series 40 models like this plancha, pizza stone and more.
Key features Stay-Cool handle, removable fat pan with peep holes, adjustable temperature control, removable pot stand, packed dimensions 65cm x 44cm x 31cm, weight 12kg, propane and butane compatible (regulator and hose not supplied), two-year warranty
Expect to pay £250
Star Player #2
Campingaz Camp’Bistro 3 gas stove and griddle accessory
Although these can be bought as separates, they actually make for a great combination when bought together – and again, could prove a perfect complement to your on-board kitchen.
The Camp’Bistro 3 is a standard single gas burner that’s powered by cartridges and is great when you want a bit of extra versatility, or indeed a particularly quick way of boiling a kettle, for example.
Now Campingaz has introduced the Camp’Bistro 3 griddle accessory, which means you can also have a griddle surface for your stove. That means you can cook at surface temperatures up to 250degC within five minutes of firing up.
There’s also space in the stove’s carrycase to stow the griddle pan.
Key features 2,200Watt burner, pan support, recycled carry case, weight 1.6kg, dimensions 34cm x 28cm x 13cm (Bistro 3);
Expect to pay £39.99 (Camp’Bistro 3)/£19.99 (Griddle Accessory)
Star Player #3
Swiss Luxx Teppanyaki Grill XL 1800W
The larger of two such offerings from Swiss Lux – there’s also a 1,500Watt version with a smaller cooking surface area – this is a mains operated griddle designed for cooking the Japanese teppanyaki way, i.e. using a hot griddle for grilling or frying.
Use it for cooking indoors or out, heat is spread evenly across a 44cm x 23cm area and there’s a temperature controller. It’s also really easy to clean.
Key features Adjustable temperature control, non-stick coating, non-slip feet, removable drip tray, 13amp plug
Expect to pay £41.99
Star Player #4
Vango Sizzle
A very handy little unit to have around if you have access to mains electricity and maybe can’t use your gas hob for any reason.
Also available as a double unit or, as here, a single with an 800Watt rating which means you’re unlikely to trip your mains electricity supply.
Features include LED controls and a heating lock function that will keep pans warm. There’s also an internal cooling fan. Like all induction cookers, the hob is particularly easy to wipe down when it comes to cleaning.
A beep sensor will immediately tell you if your pan isn’t suitable for the induction heating process. Dimensions are 19cm long x 23cm wide x 6cm high.
Key features 2.5m cable, maximum temperature 200degC, weight 1.42kg, storage bag included
Expect to pay £72.50
Star Player #5
Lakeland Slimline air fryer 8L
The recent trend for air fryers at home is starting to spill over into the leisure vehicle sector. And why not? These are versatile cooking units in their own right – just make sure you go for a lower Wattage example that isn’t too bulky.
Overall dimensions for this example from a wide range on offer at Lakeland are 29cm wide x 42cm deep x 27.5cm high and cooking temperature is between 80degC and 200degC.
The eight-litre cooking capacity translates into 1.3kg of chips. But it will do plenty more, including roasting.
In all black, it includes a window for keeping an eye on your cooking, with seven pre-set programmes to choose from.
There are lots of accessories available, too – including an easy-lift basket, various liners and mats, silicone moulds for loaves, brownies, muffins and more.
Key features Easy to clean, 1700Watt rating, 1.2m cable, weight 5kg, three-year guarantee
Expect to pay £89.99
Star Player #6
Omnia Classic Maxi 3L
A newer version of a long-term favourite – the Maxi 3L is the biggest stovetop oven from Sweden’s Omnia yet, at some 50% larger than the 2L original.
A design of three parts, it has a bowl-shaped base with a hole in its centre, that conducts heat from your power source, a bowl where you put the items you want to cook, and a lid.
It’s a great alternative if you don’t have any kind of oven in your leisure vehicle, but do have a hob. It sits on the latter (not induction units, though, but it can actually also be used on a barbecue) and its unique design means you can use it for baking anything from potatoes to cakes, bread and more. Indeed, as Omnia puts it, it can cook anything a conventional oven can.
Key features Stainless steel base, aluminium pan and lid, diameter 25cm x height 17cm
Expect to pay £49.90
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Star Player #7
Bamix Superbox
If you’re serious about your cooking when you’re away in your caravan or motorhome, you’ll soon understand the functionality and sheer usefulness of the Swiss-made Bamix Superbox.
It’s an upmarket hand-held blender kit that, thanks to a full complement of attachments, can be used for all manner of food preparation techniques as well as just simple blending – chopping, slicing, shredding, grating, foaming, emulsifying and much more.
It has a refined 200Watt motor with double insulation and two speed settings – 12,000rpm and 1,700rpm – plus a safety switch.
There are four blade attachments to choose from – multi-purpose, for general chopping, blending mincing and more; whisk, for making mayonnaise, dressings, batters or even mashing potatoes; beater, for whipping cream, eggs etc; and an S blade for chopping and mincing smaller quantities.
There’s also a processor, for grinding wet and dry ingredients, and a powder disc for the same work but much smaller quantities. Plus, there are lots of accessories available.
The full kit includes a one-litre jug with lid, stand and more. In red here, it’s also available in white.
Key features Coiled mains lead, stainless steel blending head, lifetime motor warranty
Expect to pay £299
Star Player #8
Rakau Knife Set
As any chef will tell you, a good set of knives is an absolute must for any kitchen. And this is certainly a premium quality product.
It includes three different styles of knife – paring, bread and chef’s – plus covers. You also get a cutting board, sharpener and cleaning cloth, plus it all fits into its own zipped storage case, for extra security.
The Chef knife has a Santoku blade with Granton scallops, for precision cutting, slicing and chopping. Each knife handle is made from water-repellent laminated wood.
Key features Stainless steel blades, bamboo cutting board with juice gutter, microfibre cloth from recycled polyester, case made from recycled PET bottles,
Expect to pay £109.95
Star Player #9
OlPro large collapsible washing up bowl
Collapsible kit like this doesn’t half make a difference when it comes to managing storage space in your motorhome, campervan or caravan.
Made from plastic and silicone, it’s the latter that’s key to its space-saving properties, especially as it folds down to a height of just 5cm when you don’t need it.
It’s BPA-free, too, which means it’s safe for use with foodstuffs.
Dimensions when in use are 38cm x 27.5cm x 12cm high.
Key features 6.2-litre capacity, non-slip feet, weight 0.48kg
Expect to pay £25
Star Player #10
Lifestyle Appliances BBQ tool kit
Show ‘em you mean business with your barbecuing when on your caravan or motorhome travels with this 24-piece kit.
Everything is here from tongs to a multi-purpose spatula, basting brush, cutting knife, skewers, and even a grill cleaning brush.
You also get two seasoning containers, plus a set of forks and steak knives for six people. It all packs into a heavy-duty metal case.
Key features All-stainless steel, total weight 3.5kg,
Expect to pay £65
Star Player #11
Coleman Pro 55QT wheeled cooler box
A coolbox can be a great accompaniment to your leisure vehicle’s fridge, whenever you want some extra chilling space.
2025 sees the launch of a new flagship range of coolers from Coleman under the Pro name. And this model, with a capacity of 52 litres, is the largest. It’s on wheels and has a telescopic handle, for easy transportability.
Without the need to rely on gas or electricity, this stand-alone unit will, says Coleman, keep ice frozen for up to five days.
It’s made from HDPE (high-density polyethylene) plastic with polyurethane insulation and its size – 65cm x 48cm x 50cm – means it can also do double duty as an occasional seat.
Key features Lockable lid with rubber seal, anti-bacterial interior liner, two side handles, water drain, weight 12.5kg
Expect to pay £249.99
Star Player #12
Regatta Thermulate insulated mug and tumbler
Tough drinks containers for use outdoors, but these also have other uses. Each has a twist-off lid and comes with different styles of flip-top straw, depending on whether you go for the mug or the tumbler. Each has a stainless steel double-wall construction that keep drinks warm for up to six hours – or cold for up to 12 hours. Alternatively, you could always use them as upmarket storage containers for any food or drink.
They come in a choice of colours – Black, Wysteria, Sage Green and Moonlight Denim (plus Blossom Pink for the tumbler).
These are available in 1.2 litres or 0.6 litre sizes.
Just note, Regatta says it doesn’t recommend using the straw or the flip lid for really hot drinks due to the risk of scalding.
Key features 70% stainless steel/25% polypropylene/5% silicone, carry handle,
Expect to pay £15 (Mug)/ £11 (Tumbler)
Over to you…
Got any advice on your favourite caravan and motorhome cooking gear to pass on to others? Feel free to add your comments below.
And don’t forget to check out the results of our recent community poll (add link when ready) when we asked caravanners and motorhomers to share their top cooking accessory.
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