FIRE PIT BARBECUE : THE TRIO COEO COLLECTION

Choosing your fire pit mainly depends on the number of guests, the available space, and the desired uses. The 82 cm models are perfectly suited for family meals, while the 98 cm models offer a more generous cooking surface for large gatherings, receptions, and professional uses. The finishes in corten steel or in black thermolacquered steel also allow you to adapt the fire pit to the style of your terrace or garden.

THEY COOK WITH COEO.

Hundreds of catering professionals, Michelin-starred chefs, hotels, and cooking schools have chosen the TRIO COEO plancha fire pit to enhance their wood-fired cooking and provide a unique culinary experience for their clients.

Discover our selection of accessories for plancha fire pits: cooking grids, rotisseries, anti-fall barriers, lids, protective covers, pizza ovens and utensils professionals. Designed to enhance wood fire cooking, extend the lifespan of your fire pit, and enrich your culinary experience, COEO accessories allow you to transform your plancha barbecue fire pit into a true outdoor kitchen. Discover all the accessories here. 

OUR RECOMMENDATION

Choose the TRIO82 if you are looking for a compact plancha fire pit, easy to move and perfectly suited for family meals, private receptions and mobile catering services.

Choose the TRIO98 if you want to cook for large tables, equip a restaurant, a hotel or develop an event activity around wood-fired cooking. The TRIO82 is the champion of versatility. The TRIO98 is the reference for cooking capacity.

What is a brazier?

A brazier is an outdoor hearth, made up of a metal basin designed to hold wood, coal, or burning embers. Historically used as an outdoor heating device, it serves to produce heat, create a friendly atmosphere, and gather people around the fire. Its origins date back to antiquity, before becoming firmly rooted in Mediterranean and Latin American cultures, where it was used both for warmth and for cooking food.

The terracotta brazier, typical of Mexico, concentrates heat and protects the flames from the wind thanks to its closed shape. Today, the brazier has evolved and serves two essential functions: to provide pleasant ambient heat and to allow for simple, authentic wood-fired cooking rich in flavours.

Depending on the models, a brazier can operate on wood, coal, or more rarely on gas or bioethanol, producing real flames but with more limited heat.

Permanently installed in a garden or placed on a terrace, the brazier becomes a true element of outdoor decoration, designed to extend outdoor evenings in any season. It is important to choose a model suitable for the size of your space, your usage, and to adhere to local safety regulations to avoid any fire-related risks.

The different types of braziers

Today, there are several major families of braziers, each corresponding to different uses, prices, and levels of equipment. Outdoor braziers are available in a wide range of sizes and materials: iron, steel, stainless steel, Corten steel, aluminium cast iron, or stone.

Corten steel fire pits are particularly appreciated for their durability and natural resistance to corrosion. Their protective patina allows them to stay outside all year round with limited maintenance. Stone or cast iron models, on the other hand, bring a more traditional and decorative touch.

The simple fire pit is mainly dedicated to ambient heating. It offers an open and warm flame to extend outdoor evenings, without advanced culinary purpose. The bowl or round-shaped fire pit promotes conviviality, allowing everyone to position themselves around the fire.

In contrast, the cooking fire pit incorporates a plate or grills that allow for cooking directly over the fire. Fueled by wood or charcoal, it offers a true outdoor barbecue experience. Charcoal provides a more stable and even temperature, while hardwood develops a brighter and more aromatic flame.

Finally, the plancha fire pit stands out for its versatility. A true multifunctional fire pit, it combines heating, cooking, and accessories (grills, rotisserie, pizza oven). Understanding these different categories allows for a coherent selection that aligns with one's lifestyle and intended use.

Ambient fire pit (fire bowl)

Low fire pits, in the shape of a basin or fire bowl, are designed primarily to create a warm atmosphere in the garden or on the terrace. They emit a gentle and constant heat, ideal for summer evenings as well as for mid-season.

These models are often used during informal meals, gatherings with friends or family, bringing light, warmth and a feeling of a living fire. Generally made of cast iron or steel, they withstand high temperatures but are not intended for cooking: they do not have a suitable cooking plate.

Fire Pit Plancha Barbecue

The fire pit plancha barbecue combines a hearth, plancha and grill in a single device. It allows for direct cooking on the plate for meats, fish and vegetables, as well as indirect cooking on a grill, while maintaining its function as an ambient fire pit.

The radiant heat captures food differently than a traditional barbecue, offering natural caramelisation and a slightly smoky taste. The fire pit thus becomes a true outdoor cooking space, around which guests gather.

It is in this demanding segment that COEO positions itself with the TRIO fire pit, designed as the heart of the terrace or garden. Made of corten steel or powder-coated steel, it combines thermal performance, durability and elegance.

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How to choose your plancha fire pit?

Choosing a fire pit is not just a matter of design. It is important to consider characteristics such as size, weight, durability and rust resistance when purchasing a fire pit. Above all, it is a wood-burning cooking tool that must be efficient, safe and durable. Here are the essential technical criteria to master before making your choice. The best fire pit will always depend on your needs and personal preferences.

The thickness of the plancha: a determining criterion

The plancha is the centrepiece of the brazier. At COEO, the choice of a thickness of 10 mm is established as the best balance between performance and durability. Below 10 mm, the plate risks deforming under the effect of high temperatures. Beyond 10 mm, the inertia becomes too significant: the plancha is slower to heat and requires more fuel. Many event professionals confirm that 12 mm plates are often too energy-consuming and not very responsive to ignition.

Peripheral edge: a false good detail

Beware of braziers with an outer edge welded onto the plancha. This type of design has several disadvantages:

• Safety: more risk of cuts during handling.

• Hygiene: accumulation of food residues that are difficult to clean.

• Design: the materials and welds used are not recommended for food contact.

At COEO, the plancha is edge-free and designed for safe, clean, and durable use.

A plancha inclined from the manufacturing stage

A high-performing plancha must be inclined when cold, from its manufacturing, and not only under the effect of heat. This inclination allows for a natural and constant flow of fats towards the fire, improving safety, cooking quality, and ease of cleaning. To check this, simply position a level: the slope should be visible between the outside of the plate and the centre of the brazier.

Airflow: the key to controlled combustion

A brazier works like a chimney: the fire needs an upward air supply from below. A poorly oxygenated fire leads to difficulties in ignition, loss of temperature, and excessive smoke.

At COEO, the airflow is optimised by a double wall, which allows oxygen to circulate and feed the fire from bottom to top, ensuring stable, efficient and comfortable combustion.

Standards, safety and laboratory tests

Not all fire pits are created equal. Some products are marketed without tests or certifications, with no guarantee of safe use for cooking. COEO conducts laboratory tests on all materials used to ensure their compliance with food contact standards, as well as strict validations regarding fire risk prevention, both in France and internationally.

Materials: corten steel, stainless steel or powder-coated steel

• Corten steel: develops a natural protective patina (layer of rust) over time, which enhances its durability and makes it very weather-resistant, ideal for long-lasting outdoor use without aesthetic constraints.

• Stainless steel: resists corrosion, making it particularly suitable for coastal areas or humid zones.

• Black powder-coated steel: a more contemporary and streamlined finish, requiring high-temperature paint and rigorous surface treatment before powder coating to ensure its longevity.

In all cases, COEO materials meet the technical and food safety requirements related to wood fire cooking.

Design and durability

A sleek design is a guarantee of longevity. COEO has deliberately eliminated the air vents and ash drawers, which are often prone to deformation due to heat and sources of long-term malfunctions. The round shape of the fire pit is also preferred for better heat distribution and more uniform combustion.

Accessories: evolving your fire pit

A fire pit is a sustainable investment that should be able to evolve with your uses. Roasting tray, pizza oven, grills, cooking accessories: the COEO range is designed to accompany your fire pit over time and make your outdoor kitchen as functional as your indoor kitchen.

Why choose a COEO fire pit?

A French fire pit with an award-winning design, designed for the outdoors

Choosing a COEO fire pit means opting for a French appliance designed as a true piece of outdoor decoration, at the intersection of design, wood-fired cooking, and the art of living. Awarded the iF Design Award 2024, a global reference in industrial design, the COEO brand stands out in a highly competitive market with a unique approach, where every detail counts.

All products are designed and developed in the South of France, by an internal team of engineers and designers. This complete mastery ensures perfect coherence between form, thermal performance, safety, and elegance. The fire pit thus becomes much more than just a simple hearth: a central element of the garden or terrace, around which evenings, meals, and moments of conviviality are organised, in all seasons, including mid-season.

A plancha and barbecue fire pit designed for cooking and gathering

The COEO plancha fire pit combines heating, plancha and barbecue fire pit in a single device. Powered by wood, it allows for controlled cooking on a cooking plate, a central grill or via dedicated accessories, while preserving the magic of flames and the warmth of a real wood fire.

The radiant heat seizes the food hot, develops intense flavours and offers a culinary experience impossible to reproduce with gas. Meats, fish, vegetables: cooking naturally revolves around the fire, with everyone participating, observing, sharing. The fire pit becomes the heart of the outdoor space, gathering friends, family and guests around an authentic and sensory experience.

Durable materials and a design built to last

The COEO fire pits are available in corten steel or thermolacquered steel, materials selected for their resistance, durability and aesthetics. Corten steel develops a natural protective patina, ideal for prolonged outdoor use, without compromising on design. The bowl, the plate, each piece is designed to withstand high temperatures, fire and the constraints of the outdoors.

Unlike some models on the market, COEO favours a streamlined design: no fragile ash drawers, nor complex hatches, drastically reducing the risks of deformation or long-term failure. The optimised air circulation transforms the fire pit into a true outdoor fireplace, with stable combustion and a regular rise in temperature.

Professional quality accessible to individuals

Used by chefs, cooking schools and event professionals, the COEO fire pit meets the demands of intensive use: reliability, consistent cooking and robustness. However, despite this top-level performance positioning, the brand makes this experience accessible to individuals.

The handling is intuitive, the use is smooth, and the range is designed to adapt to different needs: choice of fire pit type, size, accessories or wood basket. COEO also offers detailed information, videos, a dedicated customer service and the possibility to request a personalised quote before any purchase.

Stock, delivery and peace of mind in purchasing

In light of the success of certain models, it may happen that products are out of stock during key periods of the season. COEO transparently informs about delivery times, stock availability and supports each customer in their selection, for a smooth and reassuring purchasing experience, regardless of the price or configuration chosen.

Choosing COEO means giving meaning to your outdoor moments

Opting for a COEO fire pit means choosing a stylish, durable and high-performing fire pit, designed to create genuine moments of sharing. It transforms your outdoor space into a meaningful place, where fire, warmth, cooking and conviviality naturally come together, season after season.

Properly using and maintaining your plancha fire pit

A plancha fire pit is an outdoor appliance designed to last, provided you adopt the right practices from the first uses. Whether installed in a garden or on a terrace, it combines heating, cooking over wood fire and conviviality, in all seasons, including mid-season or during cooler evenings.

Cleaning the cooking plate: the right reflexes

After each use, it is recommended to clean the cooking plate while it is still hot using a spatula or scraper. This simple operation helps to remove food residues before they cool down and stick to the surface.

It is important to never use washing-up liquid or conventional degreasers: these destroy the natural patina of the plate, which is essential for cooking quality. Once the plate is cleaned, applying a thin layer of oil helps to effectively protect it against oxidation.

Seasoning: an essential step

Seasoning the plate is highly recommended. It involves heating the plate and applying oil to create a protective patina. This natural layer prevents food from sticking, facilitates future cooking, and provides long-lasting protection against rust.

On a steel plate, the appearance of slight surface rust can be normal, especially during the first uses or in cases of humidity. It can be easily removed during cleaning and seasoning, without impacting performance.

Preventing rust and protecting the fire pit

For fire pits made of iron or standard steel, it is advisable to regularly apply oil to exposed surfaces. It is also recommended to store the fire pit in a dry place when not in use, and to use a steel cover to protect the bowl and plate between uses. To avoid rust on standard iron or steel models, it is advisable to apply oil regularly.

These simple precautions significantly extend the lifespan of the brazier and maintain its aesthetic appearance over time.

Wood or charcoal: which fuel to choose?

Plancha fire pits mainly operate on wood or charcoal. Charcoal burns more slowly and allows for even cooking, ideal when looking for a stable temperature on the plate. Hardwoods, such as oak or beech, burn longer than softwoods and impart a distinct aromatic signature to the food.

In any case, it is recommended to use well-dried firewood to ensure a clean and efficient burn.

Choosing the right fire pit for your needs

The best fire pit always depends on your needs, your cooking habits, and the intended use: supplementary heating, regular cooking, large gatherings, or convivial moments in a small group. It is important to consider criteria such as size, weight, durability, rust resistance, and the type of material used.

The choice of fire pit style should also match the other elements of your garden or terrace to create a visual harmony and a true outdoor atmosphere.

Materials and safety: a key criterion

The choice of material is crucial for the durability and safety of your purchase. Fire pits are available in corten steel, stainless steel, powder-coated steel, cast iron, or terracotta. Each material caters to specific uses and different environments.

A plancha fire pit, a true outdoor cooking tool

Grâce à sa surface de cuisson plane, un brasero plancha permet de griller food quickly and evenly. The radiant heat of the hearth seizes the food, develops intense flavours and transforms each meal into a true experience, to be shared with family or friends.