Just an FYI, Amazon has tableware for 2 conveniently packed in a round pack. 2 cups.2 plates.2 bowls and 2 sets of silverware and then they also have cookware in a backpack type bag. Major space savers too!!!!
@@travelingmcgeethey have these lil tables that fold up in half you can put t at night you want has lil mesh thing to put stuff under table. Hey so lil you can store it anywhere.
Hey Derek, nice setup. I used to have a regular Caravan, and loved its comfort, fuel economy and quiet, smooth reliability. It was bliss! Glad to see the simplicity, organization and easy cleanup of your kitchen upgrade. All key to successful vanlife. Happy trails! ^5 💖
I bought an oil sprayer, it's a glass bottle with a pump on the end $10, and can put liquid oil in it, before I was wasting oil, and canned oil was more expensive for me.i use olive oil, but want to try almond oil or avocado oil. I like your setup. Happy travels.
2 inch magnet hooks and a tarp on top of your rear door with 2 tarp poles, lines and peges...instant awning over the back door when open. I do it on my Sienna. They stick tenaciously to metal car bodies....
With the hatch in the open position, keep in mind you can hang with magnets or clippees a shower curtain from the Dollar Tree to act as a wind break, and off the end from one side to the other hang a clothes line for air drying hand washed clothes. Looking good, so happy you have designed a process that works for you. THANK YOU FOR SHARING>
Hiya,new subscriber here,I love your little kitchen! It's well thot out n well used! Thanks for sharing! I like how you Keep it Real. May God's blessings be upon you always.
Damn! That’s brilliant!! This is possibly the sort of thing that I would’ve wanted to set up in my Prius if we’d continued to camp in it and hadn’t got the van. Mind you, the hatchback lifted up to only stick out the tiniest bit further than the back bumper, so that was a constant frustration for me. I spent so many nights lying awake trying to figure out the best way to give me more shelter under that short hatchback!
Thank you! It's super functional. Metro areas are always tricky because of how many people are around and the awkwardness that may ensue. If it's daylight still, I'll cook in public maybe at a park or public parking area, but once it gets dark I try to avoid it. Thanks for watching!
That’s a great set up. I have a Dodge journey that I’ve got lots of room in the back now that I took the front seat out and put my bed down that way. I’m looking for something where my dog can still jump over and and eat and drink her food. Your set up is fantastic.
Welcome to the channel! I don't post too often, mainly once or twice a month, but I'm currently working on a new video series, so please stay tuned! Thanks for watching!
Welcome to the channel! I don't post too often, mainly once or twice a month, but I'm currently working on a new video series, so please stay tuned! Thanks for watching!
I just started watching...two seconds in, i noticed i have the same Woodstock pin....lol. i will keep watching for ideas and we are starting our third build.
Thank you for subscribing! On average, if I am cooking once a day, a canister can last me a week. But it differs with what I am cooking. I'll be doing a more in depth video about it in a few days! Thanks for watching!
Nice setup. I would add a small folding table so you could take it out and set it on a table when you stay somewhere for a few days. Also wondering if the weather is bad do you have a coffee or tea making setup inside so you don’t have to get out? Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much! The folding table is a great suggestion and for me I really don't drink coffee or hot tea. I prefer colder beverages so that's not all of a huge concern for me. Thank you for watching!
I think this is the first video I've watched of yours. I like the framed in kitchen drawers the best. What a great idea. How tall are you if you don't mind?
Nice set-up. I have a Pacifica and its about the same size as the Caravan. I need to do some rearranging myself. However, my power source is in the back too. I founc a 20 qt Goture fridge on Market Place for 120. It was still in the box. No more ice yay. Do you have a power source. Im using the Ac180 from Bluetti. Ill be hojng back and looking at your earlier videos. New subbie here. Tfs
Ps this is the first vid i ever seen of yours it came across my you tube bc i watch tiny /bus homes . Im hearing an accent that sounds very similar to mine... Are u from Maryland or near???
No I get it, it's understandable and definitely not as glamorous as some make it seem. And on those rainy or windy days, I'll get take out or eat a meal that is cold, like hummus or cheese and crackers. But it's definitely not an everyday event, you just have to adapt with the weather and cook accordingly. Thank you for watching the video 🙂
I suppose I could if I really wanted to, but for safety reasons, I think it would prove to be very much a struggle for me to cook from inside the van. I would need to sit on my bed and that would be a tight squeeze for me. Thank you for watching and for the question!
Yeti = overpriced. Quality, yes. But still overpriced. I have a bunch of thermoses. One of the best is, strangely enough, Ozark Trails (½ gallon). Quality, durability, design, aesthetics, feel, functionality, durability, effectiveness - all equal to or better than more expensive thermoses costing more than twice as much.
Just an FYI, Amazon has tableware for 2 conveniently packed in a round pack. 2 cups.2 plates.2 bowls and 2 sets of silverware and then they also have cookware in a backpack type bag. Major space savers too!!!!
Interesting! Thanks for the tip, I'll have to check it out! Thank you for watching!
@@travelingmcgeethey have these lil tables that fold up in half you can put t at night you want has lil mesh thing to put stuff under table. Hey so lil you can store it anywhere.
A tarp with magnets attached to the hatch would be great for the rain
That is very true!
I camp in my pickup truck. It has a shell. I bought a 6*5 canopy to place over my rear hatch window and tailgate
I don’t love rear/outdoor kitchens, but this is my favorite of those I’ve seen.
Agree!
Thank you so much!
Hey Derek, nice setup. I used to have a regular Caravan, and loved its comfort, fuel economy and quiet, smooth reliability. It was bliss! Glad to see the simplicity, organization and easy cleanup of your kitchen upgrade. All key to successful vanlife. Happy trails! ^5 💖
Thanks so much!
Like how you framed out the containers and added hooks to hang the pots.
I appreciate that, I'm very happy with how it turned out. Thank you for watching!
I bought an oil sprayer, it's a glass bottle with a pump on the end $10, and can put liquid oil in it, before I was wasting oil, and canned oil was more expensive for me.i use olive oil, but want to try almond oil or avocado oil. I like your setup. Happy travels.
I don't cook too much with oil but I do every once in a while. I like the sprayer idea! Thank you for watching!
Super freaking nifty i love it. It's literally like a mini kitchen especially with the light and backsplash. That is too darn cool!
Glad you like it! 😊
If you made a top to match under the stove and piano hinged it you could double you cooking space. Liked the video.
Thanks for the tip!
Well designed. I'm rethinking what I am going to do with cooking. I really like the headboard Idea.
Awesome! Thank you!
Looks great and functions well! New subscriber on the very first video I watched-love how clean and organized everything is-great job.
Thank you so much and welcome to the channel! I don't post too often but I try to at least once or twice a month. I'm glad you enjoyed the video 🙂
2 inch magnet hooks and a tarp on top of your rear door with 2 tarp poles, lines and peges...instant awning over the back door when open. I do it on my Sienna. They stick tenaciously to metal car bodies....
Also...spray vinegar for dish washing...
Great tip, thank you!
Nice and organized...great job!
I appreciate that and thanks for watching!
With the hatch in the open position, keep in mind you can hang with magnets or clippees a shower curtain from the Dollar Tree to act as a wind break, and off the end from one side to the other hang a clothes line for air drying hand washed clothes. Looking good, so happy you have designed a process that works for you. THANK YOU FOR SHARING>
That is an excellent recommendation! I'll definitely be giving that a try! Thank you for watching!
Love you kitchen set up. Thanks for sharing. Heaps of great ideas
Thanks so much!
It looks really organized. I really like it. You did a great job.
Thanks so much! 😊
Hiya,new subscriber here,I love your little kitchen! It's well thot out n well used! Thanks for sharing! I like how you Keep it Real. May God's blessings be upon you always.
Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel and thank you for watching ☺️
My pleasure! I hope you get LOTS of subscribers!
Looks great, nice simple design 👍🌟
Thank you! 😊
Nice job and i will making somethng similar in my 2006 ford freestar in the back where my rear seat was-sunken area. Glad i watched your video :-)
Sweet, good luck with everything! Thanks for watching!
Great kitchen Derek, lots of wonderful ideas. 😊
I'm glad I could help! Thanks for watching!
Damn! That’s brilliant!!
This is possibly the sort of thing that I would’ve wanted to set up in my Prius if we’d continued to camp in it and hadn’t got the van.
Mind you, the hatchback lifted up to only stick out the tiniest bit further than the back bumper, so that was a constant frustration for me. I spent so many nights lying awake trying to figure out the best way to give me more shelter under that short hatchback!
It was a challenge trying to figure out the right specs. Luckily I think it's worked alright! Thanks for watching!
I've owned the same plastic drawers. They're a good cheap way to store things, but eventually become brittle and break.
Yeah unfortunately they don't build them to last. But so far so good for me!
That looks fantastic! I like how you don't have to dig for anything.
Me too!
Thanks, great job. Looks really functional. No extras, just the necessities. Do you cook like this even when you are stealth camping in a city?
Thank you! It's super functional. Metro areas are always tricky because of how many people are around and the awkwardness that may ensue. If it's daylight still, I'll cook in public maybe at a park or public parking area, but once it gets dark I try to avoid it. Thanks for watching!
Looks real sharp and functional.
Very inspirational. I will mimic this in my SUV. Looking forward to more of your ideas.
Thank you, I appreciate the compliment! Yeah definitely stay tuned!
Thinking of ways to outfit my SUV for occasional travel. Thank U.
That’s a great set up. I have a Dodge journey that I’ve got lots of room in the back now that I took the front seat out and put my bed down that way. I’m looking for something where my dog can still jump over and and eat and drink her food. Your set up is fantastic.
Sounds great!
Nice setup! I like having a kitchen at the back of the van, very functional!
Thank you! Yeah it works out really well for me!
New subscriber here! Only sub to a few vanlife channels but like your video style and van setup...looking forward to your next videos 😊
Welcome to the channel! I don't post too often, mainly once or twice a month, but I'm currently working on a new video series, so please stay tuned! Thanks for watching!
Welcome to the channel! I don't post too often, mainly once or twice a month, but I'm currently working on a new video series, so please stay tuned! Thanks for watching!
I love seeing what people come up with in these builds. Good job!
Thank you so much!
I have the same stove. Best thing I bought for van life
They really are great 🙂
Your van is very clean and organized
Thank you!
Thank you for letting me know that Walmart sell those stove top burners I didn't know that so thank you I thought I had to get it from Amazon
No problem!
Nice and Thanks for Sharing👍👍⬆️
Thank you for watching!
Nice.
Thank you for some interesting ideas. 🌻
My pleasure 😊
He seems happy person!
If u throw a down over or around cooler ~ ice lasts longer. I put ice cubes into wide mouth thermoss" - caps off to stretch the cold time.
Good advice, thank you!
Absolutely awesome!
Thank you 😊
Awsome set up i dont have a kitchen yet im still trying to figure out how to set up my van and minimilize
Thank you very much! And good luck with everything!
Looooove your kitchen , very homey
Thank you so much!
Very excited and impressed
Thank you so much!
Really great design!!
Glad you like it!
I just started watching...two seconds in, i noticed i have the same Woodstock pin....lol. i will keep watching for ideas and we are starting our third build.
I love that pin!! Thank you for watching!
nice kitchen setup!
Thanks!
Great job on your kitchen impressive genius ❤
Thank you so much!
Excellent setup just what I've been looking for do you have dimensions of the built portion? Love your idea
The cooking area is about 24" W by 30" tall by and 12" deep. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
@@travelingmcgee thanks for the reply God bless
I like your setup, How long does your canister for your stove last. Good Luck 🍀 and Safe Travels. I’m a new subscriber.
Thank you for subscribing! On average, if I am cooking once a day, a canister can last me a week. But it differs with what I am cooking. I'll be doing a more in depth video about it in a few days! Thanks for watching!
Great set up!
Thank you!
Clever use of space 🎉😊
Thank you very much!
Nice efficient setup..✅
Thanks 👍
Nice setup. I would add a small folding table so you could take it out and set it on a table when you stay somewhere for a few days. Also wondering if the weather is bad do you have a coffee or tea making setup inside so you don’t have to get out? Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much! The folding table is a great suggestion and for me I really don't drink coffee or hot tea. I prefer colder beverages so that's not all of a huge concern for me. Thank you for watching!
Really functional set up. Can tell you’ve thought it ou
Thank you!
Awesome!👍😎🇨🇦
Thanks 👍
Love this
Thank you!
Looks nice! Now that you have built your kitchenette how is the rest of the van set up?? I’m new here thanks
I have an earlier van tour video that I think you would enjoy! Please check it out! Thanks for watching!
I will do thanks!
I think this is the first video I've watched of yours. I like the framed in kitchen drawers the best. What a great idea.
How tall are you if you don't mind?
Thanks. I am 6' 4". So not the tiniest person 🙂
Great job!
Thanks!
Nice set-up. I have a Pacifica and its about the same size as the Caravan. I need to do some rearranging myself. However, my power source is in the back too. I founc a 20 qt Goture fridge on Market Place for 120. It was still in the box. No more ice yay. Do you have a power source. Im using the Ac180 from Bluetti. Ill be hojng back and looking at your earlier videos. New subbie here. Tfs
Thank you for subscribing! Good luck with everything!
Nice set up 👍 but I got dizzy watching 🙄
Oh no, sorry for that! Yeah I don't have the greatest filming equipment lol, but I'm happy you watched and enjoyed the video
Very nice
Thanks 🙂
Nice job
Thank you!
First!!!
Ps this is the first vid i ever seen of yours it came across my you tube bc i watch tiny /bus homes . Im hearing an accent that sounds very similar to mine... Are u from Maryland or near???
Well welcome! I've spent the majority of my life in Pennsylvania but very close to Maryland and Delaware. Are you from this area?
Nice!❤
Glad you like it!
Could it be turned sideways easily enough to position it for cooking inside the van or outside, as needed?
Unfortunately no... but for me and my set up it wouldn't work out anyway.
Magic thanks😊
Welcome 😊
Nice❤️
Thanks!
I just don’t understand how people can cook outside all the time even if it’s bad weather?
No I get it, it's understandable and definitely not as glamorous as some make it seem. And on those rainy or windy days, I'll get take out or eat a meal that is cold, like hummus or cheese and crackers. But it's definitely not an everyday event, you just have to adapt with the weather and cook accordingly. Thank you for watching the video 🙂
Can you turn the stove cabinet around, if you want to cook inside during bad weather?
I suppose I could if I really wanted to, but for safety reasons, I think it would prove to be very much a struggle for me to cook from inside the van. I would need to sit on my bed and that would be a tight squeeze for me. Thank you for watching and for the question!
This is great
Thank you!
What is the item in front of your cooler, maybe a fan? If so, what type? Thanks.
It is a fan. I believe I bought that a Walmart and it is also battery operated 😎
Remember, all that crap becomes airborne in the case of an accident.
Fingers crossed, I'll never experience anything major!
Yeti = overpriced.
Quality, yes.
But still overpriced.
I have a bunch of thermoses. One of the best is, strangely enough, Ozark Trails (½ gallon). Quality, durability, design, aesthetics, feel, functionality, durability, effectiveness - all equal to or better than more expensive thermoses costing more than twice as much.
No I totally agree!
So what was the name of that cooler I did not catch that.
The cooler name is Camp zero. And the one I have is a 16L tall!
How do you cook if it rains
On those days I just eat something cold. Thanks for watching!
Soooo. Your vans name is Bobbie McGee?
It is indeed!
Haha
Yeti is not that great. I owned one. It kept ice about as well as a Coleman.
Yeah I've heard mixed reviews. Thanks for watching!
Just Subbed 😁👍👍👍👍👍luv it !!! Thanks my New Friend and I will Enjoy and binge watch your prior videos as well.
You're Living My Dream 💔
Welcome aboard!