Dining in the garden is one of the highlights of summer.Whether you love throwing large barbecue par
Published 21st June 2023

Dining in the garden is one of the highlights of summer.
Whether you love throwing large barbecue parties for friends or chilling out having dinner in the garden after a long day, nothing beats a little bit of alfresco living.
To make the most of the hot weather basking the UK this summer season, we’ve come up with a quick guide to wholesale alfresco dining to help make your sales figures sizzle.
BBQs and outdoor heating
Dining outside is one thing, but what’s summer without a BBQ or two?
To help everyone grill their way to a delicious summer of food, we have a wide range of wholesale BBQs available, including a wide range of outdoor cooking products from industry-leaders Char-Broil.
Whether your customers are seeking a simple kettle BBQ or an impressive gas BBQ set-up, we’ve got a large range available to help boost your sales this season.
Product spotlight: Char-Broil® Kettleman BBQ. It’s compact and stylish, perfect for every garden chef.
You can also take a look at our full range of wholesale BBQs here.
Gazebos/parasols
When it comes to great British weather, we can’t always rely on the sunshine. For those moments when the rain begins to pour, gazebos and parasols save everything from a washout.
We have a wide collection of wholesale gazebos and parasols available, perfect for keeping your customers happy and dry during their alfresco moments this summer.
Product spotlight: Mendoza No-Tool Grey Gazebo. Featuring a light-weight construction and waterproof polyester roof, this parasol is essential for tackling summer rain spells.
Don't forget, you can also to explore our full range of wholesale gazebos and parasols too!
Outdoor seating
Alfresco dining wouldn’t be possible without somewhere to sit!
Whether your customers are seeking a space-saving bistro set or an all-out rattan lounger, discover loads of stylish and comfortable seating options to create the ultimate outdoor area for eating and relaxing.
Product spotlight: Pagoda Amalfi 4-Seat Dining Set. Striking, modern and aluminium framed, this elegant dining set is ideal for those seeking to upgrade their patio for less.
Discover our full range of wholesale garden furniture here.
Plastic crockery
Help your customers take away the fear of broken crockery by investing in some plastic tableware…
Many options are shatter-proof, BPA-free and hardwearing, ensuring a worry-free alfresco dining experience for busy households – especially those with kids.
Brand spotlight: Casa & Casa. Available in different colours, styles and types, Casa & Casa are experts in outdoor eating, providing tough and stylish tableware for garden use.
For wholesale garden supplies and much more, pop into your local Stax cash and carry to discover our massive wholesale range for yourself.
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