Looking for some new tools to inspire your cooking game? Look no further. We’ll have you serving up gastronomic delights in no time.
If you haven’t improved your cooking skills over the last 12 months, what have you been doing? Between Masterchef and, oh I don’t know, endless lockdowns, you really have no excuse. But if you’re in need of some better tools to hone your skills, you’ve come to the right place. Here are five top appliances to help you up your cooking game.
Magimix
With the tagline “The world’s best food processor”, it’s not surprising Magimix makes the list.
This kitchen staple is manufactured in France and can whisk, steam, mix and puree ingredients like no other. It can also be converted into a food processor to slice, grate, mince and chop like an absolute ninja.
It can be used for everything from smoothies to soups and frozen desserts, making it a winner for everyday cooking. And it can
Bread maker
With the number of loaves now gracing Instagram feeds, a bread maker is a lockdown essential, allowing you to enjoy the smell and taste of freshly baked bread, without all the hard work. This clever contraption can mix, knead, proof, and bake the bread for you.
The best part – it’s not just for bread. You can use it to make pizza dough, cake and even jam.
Hibachi grill
Masterchef fans will be very familiar with the hibachi grill, which cropped up in a number of challenges, with competitors using it for everything from trout to cucumber. Thanks to the “Masterchef effect”, Kogan.com reported a spike in sales of the Hibachi Grill in the first two weeks of the show airing.
Originating from Japan, the hibachi acts as a compact, indoor barbeque, ideal for steaks, kebabs and sliced veg.
Because the food is so close to the charcoal, it cooks quickly and retains much of its natural taste.
And because they are portable, they are ideal for apartments and even camping.
Mixmaster
Nobody wants to celebrate a birthday in lockdown, but a homemade cake is bound to bring some smiles. A mixmaster is essential for anyone that’s serious about baking and it means you can whisk and mix to your heart’s content without getting a dead arm.
There’s also a whole lot less mess when everything can be contained with a splash guard lid. Thank us when you’re doing the clean up.
Modern mixmasters are lightweight and come in so many different colours that you can be guaranteed to find one to suit your aesthetic.
Air fryer
Is there anything you can’t make in an air fryer? It works for just about every meal, from baked oats to chicken drumsticks.
But don’t be fooled by the name. The air fryer doesn’t actually fry food. It circulates hot air around the food, much like a convection oven, to create a crispy crunchy coating.
It’s great as a healthier cooking method for fried foods such as pastries and chips, but equally suitable for cooking veggies and lean meats.
Don’t dismiss this one as a fad, there are thousands of air fryer recipes to keep you interested.
So, whether you’re a pro in the kitchen or just at the start of your cooking journey, you should soon be on your way to 10/10 meals.
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Of course, mega cooking appliances don’t come cheap. You’re paying for products that will last for years to come, after all. But you don’t need to splash the cash all at once and live off beans for the rest of the month. You can spread out your payments with humm.
Check out the appliance retailers from Kogan to Betta Home Living on humm. You can register to get started here.
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