Renovating your kitchen can be exciting, but living without a working hob for several weeks is another story. Once your old kitchen has been removed and the new one is still being fitted, you may suddenly find yourself without a practical place to prepare everyday meals. Eating out or ordering takeaway every day can quickly become expensive, while relying on ready meals throughout the renovation may not be how you want to eat.

So, how can you cook without a kitchen during a renovation?

A portable double induction hob can provide a simple and practical solution. Instead of waiting until your new kitchen is fully installed, you can set up a temporary cooking area on a suitable, stable surface and continue preparing breakfast, lunch and dinner at home. With two induction cooking zones, you can cook more than one part of a meal at the same time, making it easier to maintain a normal routine while your kitchen is being refurbished.

For UK homeowners facing a kitchen renovation, a portable double induction hob can be more than a backup appliance. Combined with a microwave, air fryer, kettle, fridge and a few essential pans, it can form the centre of a temporary kitchen setup, helping you reduce reliance on takeaway food and continue enjoying simple home-cooked meals while the builders work.

Why Do You Need a Temporary Kitchen During a Renovation?

A kitchen renovation can leave you without a working hob, oven, sink or worktop for days or even weeks. Even if the disruption is temporary, losing your main cooking facilities can make everyday life surprisingly difficult.

You may still need to prepare quick breakfasts before work, make packed lunches, cook dinner for your family or simply boil water and heat food during the day. Going out for every meal is not always practical, particularly for families, people working from home or anyone trying to control their household budget.

Setting up a temporary kitchen allows you to keep the essentials available without recreating your entire kitchen.

A simple setup might include:

• A portable double induction hob
  
• Microwave or air fryer
  
• Kettle
  
• Fridge or compact fridge
  
• A few induction-compatible pans
  
• Chopping board and basic utensils
  
• A stable table or worktop for food preparation

The aim is not to replace your new kitchen permanently. It is to create a convenient cooking station that gets you through the renovation period.

How to Cook Without a Kitchen During a Renovation

If your main hob and oven have been disconnected, you do not necessarily need to stop cooking at home.

A portable induction hob can be placed on a suitable heat-resistant and stable surface and connected to an appropriate electrical supply, provided the manufacturer's installation and safety instructions are followed.

With two cooking zones, you can prepare a more complete meal than you could with a single portable hob. For example, you could cook pasta on one zone while heating a sauce on the other, or prepare vegetables and meat simultaneously.

This makes a double portable induction hob particularly useful when your temporary kitchen needs to handle normal everyday meals rather than just occasional heating.

However, Ciarra currently only sells to the UK. Stock is sold out in all other countries; please stay tuned for our upcoming release. If you are a UK consumer, you can click the link to purchase.  

Plug & Play 13A

CIARRA Double Induction Hob 2800W

Model: CUTIH2-OW | Portable 2-Zone Table Induction Cooktop

£149.99 ★ 4.9 (69 Reviews)

• 13A Plug-and-Play: Ready out of the box with standard UK 3-pin plug.
• Dual Zone Power: Up to 2000W per zone (2800W combined max).
• Precise Control: 9 power levels & 10 temp settings (60°C–240°C).
• Ultra-Slim Design: Only 45mm thick, easy to store and clean.

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Technical Specifications

Brand / Model	CIARRA / CUTIH2 (CUTIH2-OW)
Product Dimensions	605 x 370 x 45 mm
Net Weight	4.94 kg
Total Power / Voltage	2800W | 220-240V / 50/60Hz
Cooking Zones	2 Zones (Up to 2000W each, 2800W Max Combined)
Surface & Frame	Frameless Premium Ceramic Glass
Compatible Pan Size	12cm - 26cm diameter induction pans
Cable Length / Fuse	1.4m Cable | 16 Amp Rated
Warranty	24 Months

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Portable Double Induction Hob vs Other Temporary Cooking Options

When your kitchen is unavailable, you may consider several alternative appliances.

For many households, the most practical approach is not choosing just one appliance but combining two or three complementary appliances.

Is CIARRA a Reliable Choice for UK Buyers?

For a product that may become your main cooking appliance during a renovation, brand confidence matters.

CIARRA's UK product listing currently shows 69 reviews for the CUTIH2-OW, and the product is backed by a 24-month warranty and a 30-day return policy. 

There is also current customer feedback on CIARRA's UK site describing the double induction hob as convenient to plug into a UK socket, quick to heat, easy to clean and useful as an extra cooking surface. 

This type of evidence is particularly valuable for today's UK consumer. Rather than simply asking whether a product has a long list of specifications, shoppers increasingly want to know whether it performs the job they actually need it to do.

For CIARRA, the strongest proposition is therefore not:

“2800W, nine power levels, 180-minute timer.”
It is:

“A practical two-zone cooking solution that lets you keep making real meals at home while your kitchen is out of action.”

The specifications then provide evidence for that promise.

Why Choose CIARRA for a Temporary Kitchen?

Kitchen renovations don't mean compromising on homemade meals. The CIARRA CUTIH2-OW Portable Double Induction Hob delivers full-sized cooking performance in a slim, plug-and-play format—making it the ultimate solution for renovations, studio apartments, or extra cooking space.

Key Selling Points:

1. Dual Cooking Zones for Full Meals

Cook two dishes simultaneously with independently controlled zones. Boil pasta on one side while simmering sauce on the other—no more waiting on a single camping burner.

2. 2800W Total Output & Instant Heat

Delivers up to 2000W per zone (2800W combined maximum). Direct induction heating boils water rapidly and handles everything from gentle simmering to high-heat frying.

3. Precise 9-Level Control (60°C–240°C)

Features 9 power levels and a wide temperature range for total culinary control. Easy-to-use LED touch buttons keep the surface clean and intuitive.

4. 180-Minute Smart Timer & Child Lock

Set the timer and walk away to deal with tradespeople or daily tasks without burning dinner. Built-in Child Lock ensures safety around kids and pets.

5. Ultra-Slim 45mm Profile

Weighing just 4.94kg and only 45mm thick, it frees up precious counter space in tight temporary setups and slips easily into a cupboard when not in use.

6. Wipe-Clean Ceramic Glass

Smooth, frameless glass surface wipes spotless in seconds—eliminating tedious cleanup when access to a full sink is limited.

7. Advanced Safety Features

No open flames or gas leaks. Features automatic pan detection (shuts off if no pan is detected within 60 seconds) and overheat protection for total peace of mind.

A Better Temporary Kitchen Starts with the Right Hob

A kitchen renovation is temporary. Your need to eat well is not.

Rather than spending weeks relying on takeaway meals or trying to cook everything on a single burner, the CIARRA Double Induction Hob CUTIH2-OW gives you two cooking zones and the flexibility to prepare everyday meals at home while your new kitchen is being installed.

And when your renovation is finally finished, the CIARRA hob does not have to disappear into a cupboard. Its portable design makes it useful as an extra cooking zone when you need more cooking space, or for occasions such as camping trips, outdoor gatherings, holidays and other situations where a convenient portable cooking solution is needed.

If you do not need two cooking zones, CIARRA also offers a single portable induction hob for those who prefer a more compact and lightweight option. It can be a practical choice for smaller spaces, occasional cooking, travelling or taking an extra hob with you when you are away from home.

Whether you choose a double or single model, a portable induction hob gives you the flexibility to keep cooking wherever you need it—during a kitchen renovation and long after your new kitchen is complete.