Home Q&A: The sustainable way to enjoy a fire pit or chiminea in your garden this summer 

If you fancy the ultimate nostalgia experience, a fire pit, fire basket or a chiminea can perform multiple duties
Cooking is possible using chimineas, fire pits and bowls. A base of kiln-dried logs finished with charcoal to the top can produce delicious results. Never use accelerants on a fire intended for cooking. File picture

Cooking is possible using chimineas, fire pits and bowls. A base of kiln-dried logs finished with charcoal to the top can produce delicious results. Never use accelerants on a fire intended for cooking. File picture

Sat, 30 May, 2026 - 06:00
Kya deLongchamps

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