Frontgate and Celebrity Chef Michael Symon Partner to Launch Outdoor Kitchen Collection

March 2, 2022  by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry   

The Frontgate Outdoor Kitchen includes three distinct collections with more than 15 modular pieces – adding style, flexibility and functionality to any al fresco space. As the official launch partner, Chef Symon will share exclusive content featured on frontgate.com, showcasing how to set up and stock your outdoor kitchen, as well as thoughtful ways to maximize its use. Throughout the year, Chef Symon will also share expert culinary tips and gourmet recipes that inspire elevated, outdoor entertaining.

To celebrate the launch, and kick off the partnership, Chef Symon will join Frontgate at the 2022 South Beach Wine & Food Fest in Miami Beach, Florida. The event will showcase the company’s new outdoor collections, including Outdoor Kitchen. 

"You no longer need to be a chef to enjoy high-quality kitchens, and that notion should extend beyond the walls of your home," says Chef Michael Symon. "There's nothing better than being able to entertain your friends and family with ease outside. And what I love about Frontgate's collection is not only the quality, but the fact that the modular design provides the storage, flexibility and style to make it your own."

Frontgate's three Outdoor Kitchen collections – Westport Teak, Westport Aluminum and Isola Kitchen – offer modular designs that fit any space as well as seamlessly integrate appliances, including grills, wine refrigerators and compact freezers. They also feature durable, scratch-resistant countertops and thoughtful storage for entertaining essentials.

"We couldn't be more excited to launch the outdoor season with such an amazing partner," says Tom Bazzone, president of Frontgate. "Michael's leadership and expertise in cooking and entertaining provides the inspiration and education for our customers to go outside in style and cook with confidence." 

The partnership between Frontgate and Chef Symon will not only serve customers, but also those communities that continue to suffer devastating losses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Frontgate has pledged to donate $25,000 to the Michael D. Symon Foundation,  which serves Cleveland area food banks, the Salvation Army, and restaurant/hospitality employees and their families, among others. "We are proud to help Michael's goals for his Foundation and to assist those in the communities it serves," said Bazzone.