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Tools and Equipment

To be a successful cook, it is important to have a selection of kitchen tools and gadgets. Whilst the majority of us will never need even half of the cooking equipment that is available in kitchen shops and catalogues, there are a few basic items that will make your job much easier.

These items may range from a basic set of pans and knives for everyday use, to food processors and other electrical equipment to help take the hard work out of preparation.

In this section, we've put together a guide to all the kitchen tools and equipment available, along with advice on features to look for and those to avoid.

Cutting Tools
Knives, corers, stoners, cutters, graters, peelers, scissors, slicers and zesters ...
Crushing, Mincing and Sieving
Colanders, mashers, pestle and mortars, tenderisers, juicers and garlic presses ...
Mixing and Measuring
Weighing scales, thermometers, timers, bowls, spoons, mixers and measuring cups, spoons and jugs ...
Ovenware and Cookware
Aprons, tea towels, oven gloves, casserole dishes, pans, steamers and terrines ...
Pans
Everything you need to know about pan styles and materials in this handy buying guide ...
Roasting and Baking
Baking sheets, bun trays, cake tins, cooling racks, roasting tins, rolling pins and soufflé dishes ...
Kitchen Utensils
Chopping boards, corkscrews, funnels, strainers, scoops, rolling pins, spatulas, tongs and whisks ...
Electrical Equipment
Blenders, liquidisers, bread makers, coffee machines, deep-fat fryers, food processors, juicers, kettles, mixers and toasters ...
Barbeque Equipment
Gas and charcoal barbecues, chimineas, braziers, tongs, spits and basting brushes ...