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D E S I GN F I L E
COOK’S COMPANIONS
THERE ARE A FEW CULINARY TOOLS OF THE TRADE YOU
SHOULD CONSIDER ADDING TO YOUR WISH LIST
WORDS HOLLY BYRNE
THERE ARE AN endless number of new tools and technologies on
the market that promise to enhance our culinary capabilities. More often
than not, it’s too hard to distinguish the difference between game-changers
and gimmicks, so homemakers often steer clear. Here’s our pick of the
essentials – some of which you may never have known you needed.
EVERYDAY ASSISTANCE
Investing in the right pieces makes prepping meals a breeze
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Cast iron cookware
Whether it’s a skillet, tagine or a casserole dish, if you’re a crafty home
cook, the chances are you will already own (and worship) a cast-iron
creation of some sort. If not, it’s time to invest. Generally suitable for
both the stove top and the oven, a cast-iron casserole dish will see you
through countless pot roasts, soups, stews, cakes and breads. Easy to
clean, hardy and naturally non-stick, it’s a fail-safe addition that you’ll
never regret – and likely never have to replace. When shopping, choose
one with an oven-proof handle for maximum versatility.
OUR PICKS
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1. Cast-iron square grill pan in Duck Egg Blue, $98.95/28cm, Zanui.
2. Signature cast-iron round casserole dish in Marine, $399/20cm, Le Creuset.
3. Cast-iron frying pan with handle, $419.95/26cm, Staub.
Kettles & Toasters
No kitchen bench is complete without a kettle and toaster. While
neither are surprising inclusions, latest functionalities and designs
are taking breakfast to a whole new precision level, and they’ve
lifted their game in the style stakes, too. Choose from a range of
temperatures tailored to make the perfect coffee, or black, white
and green tea, pick exactly how dark or light you want your toast
to be, and enjoy the convenience of self-centring bread racks and
keep-warm options. “I love the functionality of my Breville toaster,”
says creative director Imogene Abady of Home Beautiful. “It features
‘a little bit more’ function, which allows for 10 seconds more toasting
time. With so many artisan breads with varying sugar content, it gives
me added control over cooking time, and the perfect slice of toast.”
PHOTOGRAPHY (OPPOSITE) SHANIA SHEGEDYN, (THIS PAGE,
FROM TOP) FELIPE SCHEFFEL/RBA, MICHAEL GORDON HILL
OUR PICKS
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1. Breville ‘Smart Kettle Pure’ kettle, $169.95, Harvey Norman. 2. ‘Maestro’ toaster,
$89.95/2 slice, $109/4 slice, Sunbeam. 3. ‘Distinta’ digital kettle, $199.99, DeLonghi.
4. KMT2204 ‘Pro Line’ toaster, $379, Kitchen Aid. Stockists, page 226 >
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ENTERTAINER’S WISH LIST
These lust-haves will take your soiree from great to glorious
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Wine cooler
A dual-temperature-zone wine cabinet may sound excessive, but if you
are a true connoisseur you’ll know that good wine storage means more
than whites in the fridge and reds in the cupboard. “Enjoying a glass
of wine has become a quintessential part of entertaining culture, so
wine cabinets are fast becoming an Aussie kitchen essential,” says
general manager Tania Garonzi of Hisense Australia. Great for
aficionados of the grape, a dedicated wine cooler is also brilliant
for entertainers – just make sure you position it in a space in your
kitchen where guests can access it easily, saving you a little bar duty.
OUR PICKS
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1. Under bench wine climate cabinet, $6999, Gaggenau.
2. Hisense 36-bottle wine cabinet, $699, The Good Guys.
3. ‘KWT 6321 UG’ built-under wine fridge, $3999, Miele.
“New technology in the kitchen adds quality to your life
– not only do you get your cooking time back, but
your results are better” ~ Tamara Buchanan, Smeg
Clever cookers
From homemade dips to 30-second daiquiris, all-in-one kitchen
appliances should be at the top of any entertainer’s wish list. The
Thermomix, for example, does the work of a host of appliances, making
PHOTOGRAPHY (TOP) STEPHANI BUCHMAN, (BOTTOM) SUE STUBBS
way for more bench space, and less time in the kitchen. Ambassador
Michelle Bridges says, “The rise of technology helps make things
simpler for people in the kitchen and saves them time, too – it’s
a great tool for making real food simpler, faster and more fun.”
OUR PICKS
1 2 3
1. TM5 thermomix, $2089, Thermomix. 2. ‘Cuisine companion’,
$1699, Tefal. 3. Kitchen Aid ‘Cook Processor’, $1999,
The Chef’s Toolbox. Stockists, page 226 >
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FAB FUNCTIONALITY
A quick update can make all the difference
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Pull-down mixer
The kitchen tap is a vital component. However, for all the colours, sizes
and styles of tapware on the market, there is one that trumps them all
– the pull-down sink mixer. This wondrous invention makes everything
from cleaning big, bulky pots and pans to filling buckets a breeze,
and you’ll only realise how life-changing it is once you’ve installed it.
Serial renovator and interior stylist Carly Schulz admits, “In our last
renovation I chose a more traditional mixer for the colour, and it
wasn’t until we actually moved in and started using the kitchen that
I realised how much I had relied on – and missed! – the spray lever.”
OUR PICKS
PHOTOGRAPHY SCOTT FRANCES/OTTO/RAVEN & SNOW
1 2 3
1. Oliveri brushed ‘Milto’ pull-out mixer, $999, The Good Guys.
2. Linsol ‘Elias’ kitchen mixer with pull-out hose in Matt Black,
$1190, Harvey Norman. 3. V719 CHR Vivid pull-out mixer in
Chrome, $588.50, Phoenix Tapware. Stockists, page 226 >
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LITTLE HELPERS
Ten kitchen gadgets fit for a chef
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Compiled by Kylie Jackes
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“There are so many great gadgets on the market these days, all
created to ensure you master even the trickiest of recipes”
~ Imogene Abady, creative and food director, Home Beautiful
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1. ‘Tipsy’ wine bottle stopper, $49.95, By Design Co. 2. Eva Solo tea bag, $44.95, Until. 3. Rok espresso maker, $229, Alternative Brewing.
4. ‘Cheeseporn’ cheese board, $59.95, DOIY. 5. Eva Solo ‘Cut N Slice’ cutting wheel, $79.95, Until. 6. Alessi ‘Roost’ double egg cup, $49.90/set of 2,
Top 3 By Design. 7. Mad Millie fermenting crock, $129.95, Myer. 8. Marcato Marga Mulino grain mill, $275.95, Victoria’s Basement. 9. Eva Solo
digital kitchen scale, $99.95, Until. 10. Eva Solo ‘Gravity’ corner spoon in Beech, $25, Top 3 By Design. Stockists, page 226
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