A European manufacturer of integrated grill tables is set to make its North American debut, targeting landscape designers and architects as it seeks to establish a new category in outdoor dining.

FESTÁVOLO, founded by Nils Dethloff, product range combines high-performance gas grills with garden table aesthetics, aiming to create a niche that sits between standalone barbecue equipment and conventional outdoor furniture.

The concept originated from Dethloff’s appreciation for Korean barbecue, where food is cooked directly at the table on integrated grills. However, he found that existing products lacked both the power and design quality he envisioned.

“It’s a beautiful garden table and it’s a powerful, flexible gas grill,” Dethloff says, distilling the product’s unique appeal. The brand name itself reflects this hybrid identity, combining the Italian words “festa” (feast or party) and “tavolo” (table).

The design philosophy centers on enhancing social interaction during outdoor meals. By cooking at the table, hosts remain with their guests rather than moving between a separate grill and the dining area.

“You strengthen and improve the conversation,” Dethloff comments. “It never gets boring because you always help each other. You must hand something over, you discuss your food. Nobody has to cook for somebody else—everyone still cooks as much and how they like it, and you have fresh food right in front of you.”

The tables are available in two color finishes and three sizes, seating between four and ten people. They arrive nearly fully assembled, with only eight bolts required to attach the legs—a process Dethloff says takes around ten minutes. Accessories including side tables, planter boxes and chairs are also available, with future plans for shelving and cupboard units.

“We do intend to expand these furniture side products,” Dethloff says, pointing to plans that will allow customers to style their entire patio in one consistent look.

The grill tables feature pre-installed burners and key components, with a natural gas connection option eliminating the need for propane tanks—a feature Dethloff believes will appeal to homeowners with existing gas lines. “You won’t have to carry any gas tanks anymore,” he notes. The company has secured certifications for both residential and commercial applications.

“Landscape designers and interior designers are constantly hearing the same request from clients: build me an outdoor kitchen, a place to relax with friends and family,” Dethloff observes. With FESTÁVOLO, he believes these professionals can offer clients something unexpected—a “wow effect” that sets their work apart. The company has established a commission and discount system for designers on sales generated through their projects.

Read the full interview in the September issue of Pro Landscaper USA.