Best-of guide

Best cooking & brew kit: our top-scored picks

1. Cooking & brew kit

   89%

   RidgeMonkey

   RidgeMonkey Quad Connect Pro Stove Full Kit

   Full Kit

   Two removable stove heads, loads of grunt and a clever cold-weather setup make this a cracking bit of camp cookware for anglers who like their brew hot and their dinner substantial.

   • Two independently controllable stove heads, with the second head removable through a quick-release connector.
   • Twin 2700W high-power output for boiling a kettle and cooking on separate pans.
   • Remote Piezo ignition, height-adjustable folding legs and stainless-steel braided hoses.

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2. Cooking & brew kit

   88%

   RidgeMonkey

   RidgeMonkey Grilla Cookstation

   Single hob and double hob versions

   A smart, stainless-steel cooking station for anglers who want more than a brew and a bacon roll on the bank. Pick the compact single hob or go double for bigger bite-time bosh.

   • Available as a single-hob or double-hob cookstation.
   • Full stainless-steel body with folding construction.
   • Double hob delivers 8.2 kW net heat input and 8.8 kW gross heat input.

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3. Cooking & brew kit

   88%

   RidgeMonkey

   RidgeMonkey Connect Sandwich Toaster Granite Edition

   Granite Edition

   A clever bit of bank cookware that does far more than toast sarnies. Lightweight, compact and ready for fry-ups, snacks and proper bite-time fuel.

   • Granite-style PFOA-free coating with improved non-stick properties
   • Detachable hinge converts the toaster into two flat-bottomed frying pans
   • Removable magnetic thermoset-plastic cool-touch handles

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4. Cooking & brew kit

   88%

   RidgeMonkey

   RidgeMonkey Connect Deep Pan & Griddle Granite Edition

   Standard and XL sizes

   A clever two-piece cooking setup for the bank, with a deep pan, griddle, detachable handles and a non-stick granite-style coating.

   • Granite-style non-stick coating with a PFOA-free finish.
   • Includes one deep-sided saucepan and one griddle pan.
   • Removable magnetic thermoset-plastic cool-touch handles with protective pouch.

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5. Cooking & brew kit

   88%

   RidgeMonkey

   RidgeMonkey Connect Pan & Griddle Granite Edition

   Granite Edition

   A cracking two-pan cookset for proper bank food, with clever handles, useful extras and enough room to turn a quick brew stop into a full-on feed.

   • Two-pan set with a griddle pan and flat-bottomed pan, each holding 1.9 litres.
   • Granite-style, PFOA-free non-stick coating and lightweight aluminium construction.
   • Removable magnetic cool-touch handles, plus protective pouches for the handles and utensils.

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6. Cooking & brew kit

   88%

   Sonik

   Sonik Sizzla 2Burna

   Sonik Sizzla 2Burna UC0014

   Two burners, a supplied griddle and a fold-out design make the Sizzla 2Burna a cracking option for anglers who want more than a brew and a pot noodle on the bank.

   • Two-burner portable camping stove with 4.6 kW total output.
   • Each burner delivers 2.3 kW and uses 164 g/h of gas.
   • Push-button piezo ignition and independent controls for both burners.

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7. Cooking & brew kit

   88%

   Sonik

   Sonik Sizzla Multi-Pan Set

   Sonik Sizzla Multi-Pan Set (UC0002)

   A clever two-pan cooking setup for anglers who want a hot meal on the bank, without lugging a full kitchen around.

   • Two lightweight die-cast aluminium pans, each with a 1.1-litre capacity.
   • Includes one griddle pan and one smooth-bottomed pan.
   • Heavy-duty fluoropolymer non-stick coating on the pans.

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8. Cooking & brew kit

   88%

   RidgeMonkey

   RidgeMonkey Connect Combi Cooker

   Connect Combi Cooker; check whether you’re buying the standard cooker or the separate Steamer version

   A clever two-pan setup that makes hot food on the bank far less of a faff. Compact, non-stick and built for stoves or direct heat, it’s a cracking bit of carp-camp cookware — with one important version check before you buy.

   • Lightweight die-cast aluminium construction with a fluoropolymer non-stick coating.
   • Removable handles make storage and transport much easier.
   • Detachable hinge system allows the two pan sections to separate.

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9. Cooking & brew kit

   87%

   RidgeMonkey

   RidgeMonkey DLX Cutlery Set

   DLX Cutlery Set

   A tidy, hard-wearing bit of camp kitchen kit that sorts brekkie, dinner and brew-time without taking up loads of room.

   • Each individual set contains a knife, fork, spoon and long-handled teaspoon.
   • The utensils are made from a single piece of 304-grade stainless steel.
   • The dark grey anodised coating is scratch resistant and the cutlery is dishwasher safe.

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10. Cooking & brew kit

    87%

    RidgeMonkey

    RidgeMonkey Connect Combi & Steamer Granite Edition

    Granite Edition · RM780

    A clever bit of bank cookware that gives you frying, steaming and portion control in one tidy setup.

    • Granite-style PFOA-free non-stick coating over lightweight aluminium construction.
    • Includes a flat-bottomed pan, four-section pan and removable partitioned steamer tray.
    • The four-section pan has one 800 ml compartment and three 200 ml compartments.

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11. Cooking & brew kit

    87%

    RidgeMonkey

    RidgeMonkey Square Kettle Paracord Edition

    Square Kettle Paracord Edition

    A clever little square kettle that packs neatly, heats on direct flame and looks right at home on the bank. Here’s which size makes sense for your fishing.

    • Available in Small, Large and XL sizes.
    • Capacities are 0.5 litres, 1.1 litres and 2 litres respectively.
    • Made from lightweight, hardwearing anodised aluminium.

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12. Cooking & brew kit

    86%

    Sonik

    Sonik Sizzla Cutlery Set

    Sonik Sizzla Cutlery Set · SKU UC0015

    A compact stainless-steel cutlery kit with everything you need for a decent bankside meal, tucked into a neat neoprene pouch. No faff, no loose bits rolling round the bivvy.

    • Includes one knife, one fork, one tablespoon, one teaspoon and one serrated cutting knife.
    • The serrated cutting knife comes with its own protective sheath.
    • Everything is supplied in a protective neoprene pouch.

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13. Cooking & brew kit

    85%

    RidgeMonkey

    RidgeMonkey CombiChilla

    18L CombiChilla

    An 18-litre 12V coolbox and warmer that can keep your bait drinks chilled, or warm your dinner when the rods are doing absolutely nothing.

    • 18-litre capacity with room for around 25 x 330ml cans or 15 x 330ml bottles.
    • Cools to a minimum of 5°C and heats up to a maximum of 60°C.
    • Runs from a 12V DC input, with 46W refrigeration power and 38W heating power.

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14. Cooking & brew kit

    77%

    RidgeMonkey

    RidgeMonkey Connect Deep Pan & Griddle Granite Edition

    Connect Deep Pan & Griddle Granite Edition, standard size (RM778); an XL size is also sold

    RidgeMonkey's Connect Deep Pan & Griddle splits into a deep saucepan and a separate griddle, with detachable cool-touch handles and a tougher granite-style non-stick coating, all in a 670g lightweight aluminium package.

    • Detachable hinge turns one pan into two: deep saucepan plus griddle
    • Granite-style, PFOA-free non-stick coating
    • Removable magnetic cool-touch handles with protective pouch

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15. Cooking & brew kit

    77%

    RidgeMonkey

    RidgeMonkey Connect Compact Sandwich Toaster

    Standard size, model RM124 (an XL size is also sold)

    RidgeMonkey's Connect Compact Toaster is built to make toasties over a stove, then split apart into two separate pans. Here's what the maker says about the design and who it suits.

    • Lightweight die-cast aluminium pans with fluoropolymer non-stick coating
    • Unique detachable hinge, so the two halves can be used as separate pans
    • Cool-touch removable handles with magnetic lock

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16. Cooking & brew kit

    65%

    Delkim

    Delkim Thermal Mug

    Retailer-listed versions differ; check capacity and finish before ordering

    Stainless steel, thermal insulation and a supplied lid make this a sensible brew companion. Just check which version you’re buying: the shop descriptions don’t all match.

    • Stainless-steel construction with thermal insulation.
    • Supplied with a lid; a leakproof seal isn’t confirmed.
    • Capacity varies between retailer descriptions: 300 ml and 450 ml are both listed.

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