# Green Thumb Grills Garden and Cook at the Same Time With the Hot-Pot BBQ By Summer Luu | Published 2011-02-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-pot-bbq References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/37936/) & [black-blum](http://www.black-blum.com/product_hot-pot-bbq_57_0.html) With a concealing design, the Hot-Pot BBQ lets you grill and garden at the same time. The dual-functioning BBQ is a terracotta pot that hides away a grill underneath. It lets you grow your herbs on the top half of the pot so you can season your meats when cooking on your grill in the bottom half. The [compact size of the Hot-Pot BBQ](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-titanium-grill) is perfect for [small terraces or balconies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balconyfarm-pot) and will definitely spice up any outdoor garden party. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dual-functioning Grills:** Opportunity for manufacturers to create grills that serve multiple purposes, combining functionality with convenience. - **Vertical Gardening:** Potential for innovation in vertical gardening tools and systems that allow for easy herb cultivation in small spaces. - **Outdoor Entertaining:** Opportunity for event planners and businesses to capitalize on the growing trend of outdoor garden parties with unique and functional party accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home and Garden:** Opportunity for retailers and manufacturers in the home and garden industry to create and market innovative gardening and grilling products. - **Outdoor Furniture:** Opportunity for outdoor furniture manufacturers to design and produce multi-functional furniture pieces that cater to the needs of outdoor garden parties and cooking. - **Event Planning:** Opportunity for event planning companies to offer unique outdoor party experiences with innovative grilling and gardening products and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multilayer Portable Charcoal Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbeall-portable-charcoal-grill.md) - [Multi-Functional Cook Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-cooking-appliance.md) - [Mini Modular Outdoor Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-griller.md) - [Cooking-Friendly Outdoor Fireplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regg-surprise.md) - [Ultra-Compact Cooking Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-grill.md) - [Dual-Use Ceramic Basins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luneup.md) - [Compact Tabletop Charcoal Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-portable-charcoal-stove.md) - [High-Heat Bamboo Meat Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apix-bamboo-tabletop-meat-grill.md) - [Old-Fashioned Toolbox Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-blaze-charcoal-grill.md)