If you cook with a lot of fresh produce, try to plan well-ventilated storage facilities set away from hot, steamy areas of the kitchen, rather than becoming wholly dependent on the fridge. To avoid unnecessary wastage and for a healthy turnover, ensure all fresh supplies are visible. LARGE STORAGE A pantry cupboard is a modern-day […]
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Chilled food storage in the kitchen
When judging which fridge or freezer best suits your needs, bear in mind the size of your family, your shopping and eating habits, and the position the appliance will occupy in the kitchen. How you organise your food in the space available is the key so check that the model of your choice has adjustable shelves and […]
Non-perishable food storage
Organisation of, and access to, store cupboard supplies is paramount, but because rimmed, bottled, and dried foods have fewer environmental needs than fresh foods and Location-sensitive appliances, one option is to keep them in slim units and corner carousels that can fill up leftover spaces in the kitchen. NARROW SOLUTIONS ln larger kitchens, tall, dual-sided […]
Over counter units
Wall-mounted cupboards and racks provide storage space over countertops. They can be useful for stationing spices, oils, and wine if placed within reach of the food preparation area. In small kitchens where space is at a premium, over-counter units may be the answer, but in order to function ergonomically, they should sit at eye level. This height […]
Food preparation
To ensure cooking is enjoyable, the chopping and preparation area needs ample space, a hardwearing worktop, and clever positioning within the room; ensure food and equipment are close at hand, and that you can move with ease to the cooking zone and sink cabinet. To make the task more pleasant, plan an area where you […]
Food rinsing and waste disposal
Hygienic and well-planned food and waste management are essential to a well-run kitchen. Consider a sink with two basins, where fish, meat, vegetables, and fruit can be cleaned without interrupting other kitchen activities that require water, such as pan-filling. Plan convenient sites beneath food preparation centres for organic waste collection, and storage bins for collecting […]
Hobs and extraction
The position and choice of the hob is crucial to the enjoyment and efficiency of the kitchen. Ideally, it should face into the room, have a sink nearby, parking space suitable for resting hot pans, and, wherever possible, a high-performance, well-designed, powerful extractor for removing cooking odours and steam. Task lights built into the extractor hood will […]
Oven cooking
Today’s cook can choose from an extensive range of free – standing and fitted ovens with a choice of cooking options. Some, referred to as “semi-professional” are heavy-duty ovens and resemble those used by restaurant chefs. Beware of being seduced by good looks and list your priorities, such as size, self- cleaning ability, and energy […]
Waste recycling
Households generate huge quantities of waste materials, much of which can be sorted out and stored for recycling. Before allocating space to recycling in your kitchen, contact the local authority to establish the categories of rubbish that they accept. If you have a garden, consider organic waste. WASTE DISPOSAL For those who live in small […]
Hobs with overhead extraction
Condensation can be a problem in many kitchens as pans bubbling away on the hob produce both heat and moisture. To prevent this, and the peeling paint and mould that result, install an extractor. If the extractor has an internal, motorised fan, check that the motor runs quietly when on. If not, see whether the fan can […]
