Having good kitchen gear will make tasks much smoother for chefs who need to be accurate at each step of cooking.
A kitchen that is well-equipped with all the necessary tools for a chef will be an ideal one to create the perfect meal. You can buy chef gear from a reliable boutique kitchen store to make the right investment.
8 tools chefs must have in their kitchen
An essential knife kit
Knives are the most basic kitchen gear that a chef will need. Japanese knives are known for their craftsmanship and sharpness. Nakiri, Santoku, Petty, and Gyuto are the best types to own, with each designed to perform different functions.
A paring knife (Japanese made or otherwise), also called a mini chef’s knife, is a small multipurpose knife that every chef should have. If you cannot buy a complete set all at once, you can build your collection gradually.
Blade sheath
Blade sheaths protect your knives’ precious blades from possible external damage like scratches or rusting caused by exposure to humidity. A Saya made of wood or leather will protect your knives’ blades between each use.
A cutting board
The right cutting board will give you the ideal surface to attain the cuts that you want out of your ingredients. Invest in a good-quality cutting board for long-term use. Many people use the kitchen counter as a cutting surface, but cutting boards protect the surface of your kitchen, and your knives from getting damaged.
Spatulas
A chef must have different types of spatulas to serve different purposes, such as mixing, spreading, or lifting ingredients. Having a variety of spatulas will give you the freedom to make the most delicious and aesthetically pleasing meals!
Measuring cups and spoons
A recipe must have the perfect proportion of ingredients to turn out well. Measuring cups ensure that this job is done well. Ideally, you should own both measuring cups and measuring spoons to measure different quantities of ingredients.
Grater
Grating is one of the important steps for many recipes. You need a sharp, good-quality grater that performs well to get perfectly grated ingredients for your recipe.
An apron
Chefs have a lot on their plate, and messy clothes is the last thing that they want. An apron covers and protects your clothing from getting soiled by spills or splashes while you cook. You can buy a basic apron with pouches or even invest in the popular Medium Rare Sullivan Apron.
Knife sharpening accessories
Don’t forget to include knife sharpening accessories to keep your knives’ blade sharp. The popular knife polishing accessories keep the blades looking brand new.
Whether you are hosting a dinner party for friends or just making warm comfort food for your family on a cold day, take your pick of knives and buy chef gear from The Cook’s Edge. The store offers Atlantic Canada’s largest selection of beautiful yet affordable handcrafted Japanese knives.