
September 19, 2022 Julia Haberecht
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Cooking with wood: Outdoor ovens
Original: wood-burning ovens
Clearly, the trend is going back to the original things. We buy locally, grow a raised bed and get our eggs from the farmer whenever possible. In addition, bakeries are having to close down. Finding artisan bread of the usual quality is no longer a matter of course. And now that we have bought our food consciously and regionally, we want to prepare it in the best possible way.
This is where cooking and baking with wood comes into play. It wasn't long ago that our grandmothers baked bread and cakes themselves. They put roasting pans with meat on the wood-burning stove or in the embers. The primitiveness of fire, its simplicity and its power have touched people from time immemorial. With the help of wood-burning ovens, millions of people fed themselves for centuries. It still works today - and progress makes it even more comfortable.
Modern wood-burning ovens: independent and versatile
A wood-burning oven is not just a bread oven, a pizza oven or a tarte flambée oven. A wood-burning oven is also a jam cooker, a game goulash cooker, a lasagne cooker or a dessert wizard. It is an all-rounder. You light a few logs of wood until the oven reaches the desired temperature, and you can also cook various dishes simultaneously at similar cooking temperatures and depending on the size of the oven. Self-sufficiency is the keyword in this context. Become a bit independent with a wood-burning oven. And take advantage of knowing exactly which ingredients are in your food. This is an advantage not only for allergies.
Wood-burning ovens in the garden
In order to enjoy your wood-burning oven in the garden or outdoor kitchen, there are a few preliminary considerations to bear in mind: How many people are in my household? What do I want to bake and cook in my oven? It is possible to prepare an entire Christmas dinner in the wood-burning oven, including starter, side dishes and dessert. Should the oven have the fire in the baking chamber or better a fire compartment and a circulating air function?
- And where should the wood-burning oven be placed?
- Should it be placed somewhere else in winter than in summer?
- Will it be under a roof or outdoors?
- And do you want a modern or a traditional design?
Back to the roots
In the end, a wood-burning oven not only makes us independent and flexible, but also happy and satisfied. We appreciate our food. We live more consciously. We reduce emissions because we don't go shopping as often. We reduce waste because we do without packaged food. We live healthier because we only put good things into our meals ourselves. And we show our children that it is worth preparing meals and taking time to eat together. They will remember it like we remember our grandma and her wood-burning oven.
Related products
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Fontana Gusto: the classic Fontana wood oven in a new design The Fontana Gusto is one of the classics from the House of Fontana and enjoys great popularity among professional chefs as well as ambitious chefs. Because of this popularity, the manufacturer has decided to give the Gusto after 20 years, a new and innovative design, without changing the high functionality of the oven itself. Fontana Gusto: the Fontana wood oven in detail Particular attention was paid to the excellent workmanship and high functionality of the Fontana Gusto. Thus, the oven is made of high quality and temperature-resistant stainless steel and thus perfectly suitable for use in a professional kitchen environment. The solid cast iron doors ensure high temperature resistance inside the stove and are easy and safe to open.The entire interior is lined with firebricks, which maintain a constant temperature inside the furnace. In total, there are seven air outlets that optimally distribute the temperature in the rounded cooking chamber. For ease of use, the Fontana Gusto has three levels of insertion so food can be easily positioned as needed. The existing double ventilation allows you to easily regulate the distribution of heat in the cooking chamber of the oven and thus achieve perfect results. The high heat makes it easy to use the stainless steel pizza oven for a variety of dishes and meals. In addition, the entire oven is designed for professional use. Thus, among other things, the side walls can be taken out and disassembled, whereby an optimal and hygienic cleaning is possible.The wood stove is also supplied with a whole range of accessories and can therefore be put into operation by you directly after receipt. The perfect oven for small catering establishments and larger restaurants, which want to present their guests very special dishes. Perfect results with the wood stove The baking chamber of the Fontana Gusto is made of a special stainless steel and separated from the actual combustion chamber. The firing and cooking chambers of the stainless steel pizza oven are separated and decoupled by an optimized coating. This guarantees even heat distribution in the cooking chamber, ensuring even cooking of the desired products. In order to keep the temperature in the wood stove as constant as possible, the central area of the furnace is insulated by a rock fiber with a thickness of 80 mm. This keeps the heat in the cooking chamber and prevents overheating of the outer oven sheets. The stainless steel pizza oven for professionals and ambitious hobby chefs The stainless steel pizza oven impresses, among other things, with its ease of use, both professionally and semi-professionally. As each model in this range is equipped with a thermometer, electrical lighting and an electrical switchgear, the flexible oven is extremely easy to operate. In addition, the car of the Fontana Gusto has its own warming compartment, which is ideal, for example, for the fermentation of bread and other doughs. So you can easily realize a short dough guide directly below the oven and thus relieve the kitchen, among other things. Advice on the Fontana wood oven: We are happy to help Would you like to know more about Fontana Gusto or do you have questions about this specific product or other products in our range? Then we are happy to advise you. You are also welcome to take a look at the model directly in our exhibition and convince yourself of the benefits of the Fontana Gusto. Thanks to the existing test by TÜV Süd, this model is certified and ideally suited for every application. We are happy to provide further information on request. Just contact us! FONTANA - The original from Italy Model 100 x 65 80 x 65 100 80 x 54 80 57 depht INT (in cm) 100 x 65 80 x 65 100 x 54 80 x 54 80 x 45 57 x 45 Max. height INT 45 45 45 45 42 42 ext. Dimensions (in cm) 138 x 115 x 176 118 x 115 x 176 138 x 105 x 168 118 x 105 x 168 118 x 102 x 161 95 x 102 x 161 wight (in kg) 490 450 470 420 330 280 Power (kW) 9,5 8,3 9,5 8,3 8 6 wooduse (kg/Std bei 300°C) 4 3,6 4 3,6 3,4 2
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The Baby is a classic
The Baby from the traditional Italian company Valoriani is a professional wood or gas oven and combines the excellent quality of Valoriani with an extremely attractive design. The traditional Tuscan materials like the refractory firebrick in combination with a visually appealing metal dome in red, ivory, black or with mosaic give the oven Italian flair in no time. Optionally, the Baby can be ordered with an undercarriage.
Originally, the Baby was designed by Valoriani for catering businesses as an oven for preparing gluten-free dishes. But the Baby quickly developed into a very popular oven for food trucks at festivals and events as well as for small catering businesses. The Baby 60 also enjoys great popularity among private individuals with ambitious cooking skills. As it is mobile on the undercarriage and can be used both indoors and outdoors, it is a real all-rounder and a great eye-catcher. Whether in ivory, red or black, the Baby attracts attention and convinces with its inner values: fireproof firebricks for even heat and optimal insulation for economical wood consumption. The Baby also cuts a fine figure in the outdoor kitchen, whether as a tabletop or on the trolley.
The special thing about the Baby 60cm:
The 60cm version of the Valoriani Baby is available with a stainless steel arch. Especially the floor insulation and the dome insulation distinguish this very high-quality wood stove from imitation products. The Valoriani Baby is made of dome materials from the professional sector, i.e. with a high proportion of fireclay. The floor is also made of 100% full fireclay. This is food-safe and suitable for cooking and baking food.
The dome is insulated with special ceramic fibre and powder-coated with the best metal and painted, so these ovens can be used outdoors all year round in wind and weather even without a cover. The front arch is also decoupled from the dome to compensate for thermal stresses. The substructures are galvanised and painted, which ensures the highest possible durability with additional sealing.
Valoriani has stood for quality and durability for over 100 years.
Dimensions:
Outer dimensions without base 81/78/56 cm
Outer dimensions with base 81/78/143 cm
Front opening 36/2 1cm
Pizza capacity: 1-2 pieces at a time with a baking time of approx. 90 seconds
Heating time to 300-350 degrees is approx. 30 - 40 minutes
Door included
Firing:
Wood and optional gas burner available, DVGW tested and approved, also ideal for indoor use EN203 tested. The Baby Gas can only be ordered including the upper base part or with complete base and the gas burner installed ex works.
Assembly and delivery:
The Valoriani Baby 60cm is delivered completely assembled and is ready for immediate use at your place, the gas burner is already tested and prepared. With the gas burner assembled, 1 part of the base is necessary. Delivery as LPG/propane model incl. DE screw connection, suitable pressure reducer and hose (1m length) for 5/12kg commercially available bottles. It should be noted that the stove heats up slowly under observation over 1-2 days when it is put into operation. In the case of gas models, the minimum flame must be adjusted as necessary when starting up and the operating information must be observed. The flame should be a maximum of 10-20 cm high for burning in. The stove must be protected from wind, especially in the case of gas operation, as otherwise the flame may back up and discolour the burner tube. Optionally, the Baby is also available as a natural gas version for a fixed connection. The parts of the base are also already mounted on the models.
Gas output: 12KW available as liquid gas or natural gas version
Included in delivery: 100cm stainless steel tube for wood version and 50cm for gas version and stainless steel cover, optional castors and an extension of the front are available under: Accessories Baby
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Innovation with beautiful details, the stone oven Valoriani Indirect. With its indirect heating of the baking surface, the oven Valoriani Indirect seeks its peers. The patented process allows particularly gentle and even baking due to radiant heat. The fire in the combustion chamber heats the firebrick stones of the baking surface and is fed from behind, where it surrounds the entire baking chamber. The heating time to 300 degrees takes about 30 minutes. Two pizzas can be baked at the same time in a few minutes. The exhaust gases are led forward to the controllable flue. The advantages of the innovative technology: The entire baking surface can be used and it can be baked continuously. The Valoriani Indirect can be placed both indoors and outdoors. Installation inside and outside: Inside, the Valoriani Indirect can be integrated into the elements of a kitchen as a supplement to the stove and mounted next to the fireplace or in the party room. Outside, he finds his place next to the barbecue, on the terrace or in the garden. But then it must be protected from the weather. As a mounting kit or pre-assembled: The Valoriani Indirect is equipped with thermometer, ash box, smoke connection and hardwood handles. Ideal is a 3-layer insulation with ceramic fiber of about 8 cm, to ensure a slow cooling and a long life. After that, it can be plastered or walled up. It is important that no moisture can get into the insulation. Take a look at our sample pictures. The kit Valoriani Indirect is a special fire concrete, which is poured into molds. Schamottseteine and clay granules provide excellent thermal conductivity and insulation. The stove is reworked by hand during assembly. Please keep in mind that certain dimensional tolerances +/- 5mm and small irregularities are normal. Alternatively, the model is also available as an already assembled model including ceramic fiber insulation, metallic cladding and bottom plate in Toscanarot. Ideal for your private party The model is perfectly adequate even for larger families and small celebrations. With a baking time of 3 - 4 minutes per pizza depending on temperature, surface and firing, all guests can be satisfied.For bread baking and the lower firing chamber swept in the second baking process and used for baking. The oven keeps the heat long enough to have twice the capacity at the end of the pizza steak . The details for private use: Important for customers is the compact size of the model: After cladding and insulation, they receive external dimensions of 70-80 cm and a depth of 80 cm.The flue gas duct through the baking chamber provides the traditional taste. The baking chamber is less contaminated with soot particles or ash in relation to a directly mounted model. The compact dimensions of the Valoriani Indirekt make it ideal for terraces, balconies or even small gardens.You can bake your pizza directly on the firebrick and alternatively on metal sheets, it is important to get a feel for the oven.The floor temperatures are always slightly higher than in dome furnaces, this should be considered in order to achieve the best results for its taste . If the soil temperature is too high, we recommend placing the embers in the back of the glow chamber about 20 minutes before the pizza stump .Also delicious is the cooking and cooking of vegetables, pasta or meat in this wood oven. This is possible in commercial casserole dishes at any time and they get crispy and juicy dishes. We wish you a good appetite! A small baking instructions model "Valoriani Indirect ": Ideal is to heat the oven at least 1 to 1.5 hours to about 280-300 degrees. If they want to bake directly on the pizza stone made of fireclay, ideally after firing up the embers should be pushed back to the last third, so that the floor temperature is not too hot. If they bake on trays, this is not necessary, as these somewhat reduce the temperature emanating from the pizza stone. You should add one or two small pieces of wood every 15-20 minutes so that the pizza oven settles at a minimum of 250 degrees. Once the pizza is inserted, the oven should be closed again to keep the heat in the oven. Thin pizzas and not too many toppings are ideal. Then you achieve a delicious and crispy pizza directly on the bottom in about 3-5 minutes of baking. If they want to bake bread in the second round, remove the embers completely and leave the oven open for 10 minutes so that some heat escapes. Then put the bread in and close the oven for 30-40 minutes. Closing the smoke control is also ideal.
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Valoriani FVR stone oven
Friends of the family - the ovens of the FVR series: Ingeniously simple - simply ingenious. The ovens of the FVR series fascinate with their variety and function - just as their inventor Silvio Valoriani intended more than 50 years ago.
The stoves, which are available in an assembly set, come in five different sizes. They meet all needs, whether for the smaller or larger family. The baking surface is made of refractory "white" fireclay with a thickness of five centimetres. Depending on the size of the oven, it is composed of different elements.
The special feature of the "white" surface is its ability to store heat optimally. Because of its high aluminium content, it is more resistant to heat and keeps it longer. The production with a press also results in a perfectly even surface.
The stone ovens of the FVR series are traditionally fired with wood. This not only ensures the desired heat in the oven and the perfectly crispy pizzas, but also gives them their inimitable taste. Thanks to the very large combustion and baking chamber, you can also use larger logs in the stone oven without any problems and thus save yourself a lot of work during preparation. In addition, the large opening provides very good and easy access to push the wood aside and clean the baking surface.
The metal door is included and can be equipped with a thermometer as an accessory. A brick arch as well as a smoke connection are available as accessories.
Features and components:
Self-supporting elements made of refractory mixture form the baking chamber of the oven.
A shaped plate of refractory cotto serves as a working and storage surface in front of the opening.
Removable metal flap
Assembly instructions, useful hints for maintenance
The FVR model is available in the following internal dimensions: 80 cm, 100 cm, 110 cm, 120 cm, 110 × 160 cm and 110 cm with large opening (Bocca Larga). The base of the oven should always be 40cm larger than the diameter of the oven itself (for example, with an FVR 100cm diameter, the base should be at least 140cm in diameter). The working height of the oven varies between 110 - 120cm.Valoriani FVR stone oven - quality in modern form
The FVR series of the manufacturer Valoriani was developed specifically for families and offers them the highest possible quality in combination with a simple and uncomplicated assembly and operation. This way, families of all sizes can fulfil their dream of having their own stone oven and enjoy the quality of fresh pizza and other delicious dishes with the typical stone oven aroma. Once you have got used to using the oven regularly and benefiting from its direct heat and typical taste, you are guaranteed never to want to do without this elegant solution again. See for yourself the different versions we have in shop for you in the Laboto shop!
The stone oven in five different sizes
When developing this stone oven, the Valoriani company focused on families. And since families in today's world can be completely different in size, the oven is of course offered in five different sizes. So you can comfortably and easily choose the oven size that suits your wishes and demands and the size of your family. This offers you several advantages. On the one hand, you do not have to unnecessarily preheat a stove that is too big and thus waste wood, time and energy. On the other hand, no one has to wait for their pizza if the oven is purchased in the appropriate size. Decide on the size that suits you best and benefit from the optimal amount of space and the correspondingly short heating and preheating times. You will reach the desired and optimal 300 degrees Celsius in the oven after a heating time of only 30 minutes and can therefore bake the pizzas in the best quality. In addition, the oven has a very good heat storage capacity, so that you can also use it for several pizzas in succession without any problems. The Valoriani FVR series is designed and optimised for normal household use. Due to the easy handling and the great results, this oven will inspire you.
Firing with wood for the perfect taste
The stone ovens of the FVR series are traditionally fired with wood. This not only ensures the desired heat in the oven and the perfectly crispy pizzas, but also gives them their inimitable taste. Thanks to the very large combustion and baking chamber, you can also use larger logs in the stone oven without any problems and thus save yourself a lot of work during preparation. In addition, the large opening provides very good and easy access to push the wood to the side and clean the baking surface. The large access opening also comes in handy when cleaning the oven after use and makes cleaning ash residues a real breeze.
Take advantage of the opportunity to test different woods in the oven to develop the perfect taste for you. In any case, it is important to load the stove with the right amount of wood and to preheat it well. Use the enclosed instructions to avoid overfilling the oven or loading it with too little wood. You will be amazed at the results you will achieve with the right wood and the right amount of wood.
Easy assembly distinguishes the stone oven
The elegant stone oven is particularly impressive because it is very easy to assemble. The entire oven is delivered as an assembly set and can be put together very easily and without special tools. However, the oven should not be assembled alone, as helping hands are often an advantage. In addition, you can also order the oven pre-assembled if you have the appropriate delivery options and thus save yourself this work. We also offer you the possibility to assemble the stove directly on site. Please feel free to contact us about these possibilities. The elegant and noble-looking stone oven can be used both indoors and outdoors. Special regulations apply for indoor installation. In this case, for example, you must also order the optionally available smoke connection and coordinate the installation of the oven with your responsible chimney sweep.
These features distinguish the Valoriani FVR series
The FVR series from the manufacturer Valoriani is extremely popular with families. This is not least due to the simple use of the stone oven, which can be heated up within a very short time and can then be operated easily and without complications. In addition, the baking surface of the oven is made of fireproof and food-safe fireclay with a thickness of five centimetres. This ensures very good insulation and a perfectly crispy pizza base. The fireclay convinces with its very good heat storage due to its high aluminium content and its compact shape. This means you can take the pizzas out of the oven quickly and perfectly baked after heating. In addition, the fireclay has been tested for food compatibility by SINAL, the institute for testing the base plate. Thanks to the sturdy metal door, the heat in the oven remains constant.
These components await you
If you decide on this beautifully shaped stone oven in the various versions, the following components await you:
self-supporting construction elements for the baking chamber of the oven
a front opening of 28/22 centimetres
an interior height of 33 centimetres
a pizza capacity of at least 3 pizzas per baking process
a plate of fireproof cotto as working and storage surface in front of the oven opening
a removable and perfectly fitting metal flap to close the oven
comprehensive assembly instructions with important tips for using and caring for the stone oven
Expand the stone oven with matching accessories
Of course, you can expand the elegant stone oven with separately available accessories and thus further adapt it to your individual wishes and needs. These include the optionally available smoke connection or the beautifully shaped brick arch around the oven opening, which gives the stone oven its characteristic and classic appearance. Depending on the area of use, you can also choose suitable insulation for the oven and thus make it even more functional. We offer you the option of ordering the stone baking oven without insulation, with ceramic fibre mortar insulation in a round design or with ceramic fibre mortar vermiculite insulation in a square design. This allows you to design not only the functionality but also the appearance of the stove in your garden or in your own four walls entirely according to your own taste and preferences.
We will be happy to advise you about our offers
If you are not sure about the size of your stone oven and which version to choose, please feel free to contact us. Our technical advisors and experts will be happy to give you advice and help you with an individual consultation and a comprehensive needs analysis. In this way, you will find the right oven for your requirements with us and can enjoy your pizzas or even breads from an excellently crafted stone oven from the Valoriani FVR series in the future. Simply use our contact form or send us an e-mail so that our advisors can call you back personally. We look forward to hearing from you.