10 essential kitchen accessories

Of all the rooms in your home, the kitchen is the perfect place to unleash your creativity. Here, you are the chef, and each of your utensils is a key player in ensuring that your culinary masterpiece turns out perfectly. And although talent and passion are essential ingredients in this recipe, having the right tools can make the difference between a conventional dish and a masterpiece for your palate.

Whether you are just starting out in the art of gastronomy or are already a true culinary expert, there are certain accessories that cannot, and should not, be missing from your kitchen. Versatile, durable pieces designed exclusively to make every step easier: from preparing the ingredients to serving with unmatched style.

That’s why today we’re presenting the 10 essential kitchen accessories that will help you cook with greater comfort, precision and, why not, with a professional touch. Take note of each one!

Set of frying pans and saucepans

The heart of any kitchen starts here. Yes, with a good set of frying pans and saucepans that allow you to cook everything from a basic, tasty fried egg to an exquisite stew like your grandmother used to make. We recommend looking for pieces with good non-stick properties, made from resistant materials and with a design that distributes heat evenly.

Investing in quality, such as the accessories you can find in our online catalogue, means you will be able to use them every day for years to come.

Quality knives

Alongside frying pans and saucepans are the utensils that every cook wants close at hand: good knives. A professional knife will allow you to cut, fillet and even chop with perfect precision, reducing effort and improving results. At the very least, you should have a chef’s knife, a bread knife and a small knife for cutting fruit and/or vegetables.

Kitchen scissors

Let’s continue! Scissors are much more than just a tool for opening packages. They can be used to cut herbs, chop chicken, clean fish, or even quickly chop vegetables. Choose sturdy models that are comfortable to hold and very easy to take apart.

Chopping board

A chopping board will protect your worktop and the blades of your knives. Ideally, you should have several: one for meat and fish, another for fruit and vegetables, to avoid cross-contamination.

Peelers

A sharp, ergonomic peeler is key to peeling potatoes, carrots or apples in a matter of seconds. Without wasting a single scrap. Always choose one with a stainless steel blade.

Grater

It may seem like an unhelpful accessory, but we can assure you that a grater can always add the finishing touch to your dishes. From freshly grated cheese to decorate your pasta, lemon zest for your desserts, or finely chopped vegetables for any of your recipes. They come in different thicknesses, so take a look and choose the one that best suits your culinary tastes.

Kitchen tongs

The truth is that kitchen tongs are an essential item in your home for turning meat, serving pasta or plating food with precision without damaging any of your food.

Corkscrew

If you like to accompany your meals with a good wine and achieve the perfect pairing, a quality corkscrew is essential in your kitchen. Forget about basic models that tend to break or deform; opt for a more robust one with a comfortable grip and sharp spiral to easily remove the cork without effort.

Can opener

Having a safe and effective can opener will save you more than one headache. It’s an essential item that, when it fails, is sorely missed. Really! Quality manual models allow you to open any type of can without sharp edges and with virtually no assistance.

Specialised knives

A basic set is more than enough to get you started. Then, as you progress in the kitchen, you will appreciate having more specialised knives: for filleting, boning or even cutting cheese. Each one is designed exclusively for a specific type of cut, improving the precision and care with which each food is handled.

We recommend investing in fewer pieces, but ones made from much more durable materials. Look for ergonomic handles that fit your hand perfectly, and if they are dishwasher safe, even better.

Between you and us, kitchen accessories are not a luxury, they are tools that will make a difference when cooking every day. Take our advice! With the right set, cooking will cease to be a chore and become an easy, quick and creative experience.

Look for pieces that perfectly combine quality, design and durability, such as the Arcos utensil collection. Equip your kitchen like a true professional chef.