Pots, woks and pans are the essentials of a kitchen. They are some of the things you should never compromise on. A blender or juicer? You can go for a less expensive brand with less fancy features. A toaster? A cheap one will do. Saucepans? Spend more money and get the best. Good quality saucepans … Read more
If you prefer homemade tortillas, a tortilla press is a simple but useful addition to your kitchen. You can use a rolling pin, but it takes time and effort to get that perfectly round shape. A press will make your work much easier and save you time you’d have spent rolling out the dough. Instead … Read more
If you are moving from a traditional gas hob to an induction, you may need to get new cookware. Induction hobs only work with induction-ready pans and woks made from stainless steel or cast iron. Aluminium, copper, Pyrex and glass cookware are incompatible with induction hobs. But there are exceptions. Some pans containing stainless steel … Read more
The best pancake griddle has low sides for easy manoeuvrability, even heat distribution and a non-stick surface. It should also be wide enough to fit large pancakes or several smaller ones. In this buying guide, we review the best pancake griddles for gas stoves. Of course, they are not exclusively pancake pans. They are also … Read more
When you are buying a new chopping board, there are several factors to consider such as size, frequency of use and maintenance. You should also consider how it affects your knife’s quality and performance. Certain materials such as glass and steel are a big no-no. They will damage your knife, causing the sharpened edge to … Read more
A bread bin is an easy and convenient way to keep home-baked or store-bought bread fresh for longer. It provides an optimal environment with just the right amount of humidity to keep the bread soft and fresh. It also provides protection from pests like rats and roaches. A bread bin keeps the bread at room … Read more
The most important thing to consider when you are buying a new kitchen bin is size. You’ll want something that is big enough for your kitchen waste but not too big that it takes over half of your kitchen. Also consider whether you need a split bin for recycling. See all features that matter when … Read more
A salt and pepper grinder is an easy and quick way to add fresh spices to your dishes. Unlike pre-ground spices, freshly ground pepper gives your food a stronger flavour. You also need less of it, which saves you a bit of money. As for salt, grinding reduces the large crystals to a fine dust … Read more
The secret to most recipes, especially when it comes to baking, is following the cooking instructions to a tee. Unless you a MasterChef who can eyeball 4 grams of salt or 300ml of milk guesswork will ruin most of your recipes. That’s why it’s important to have kitchen scales handy on the counter. They make … Read more
The shape and style of a champagne flute is not just about aesthetics; it also affects the taste and aroma of your wine. That’s why most champagne flutes tend to have a narrow rim and a long stem. It reduces the wine’s contact with air and keeps your warm hands away from the champagne. But … Read more
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