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Equipment to Dream About
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items I am always on the hunt for the best equipment. Having gone through - count them - five KitchenAid mixers, I have made it my business to find the next best purchase. So, this list is somewhat “aspirational” for me - but I've done my homework.
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Small Appliances
Outdoor
Pans
Not just for restaurants
For fun!
Small Appliances
I couldn't run any kitchen without a great stand mixer, immersion blender, and food processor. These are my work horses!
I love this! One handed pepper grinding - and adjustable - so much easier.
Gravity Electric Pepper Grinder, Salt or Pepper Mill & ...
I love the planetary mixing action in the mixer, the scraper beater, and the sturdy temperature-proof glass bowl.
the Bakery Chef™
I've had my saucemaster for years. It gets a workout in August when the tomatoes are amazing!
Norpro Sauce Master II
Stand aside Cuisinart. This food processor is truly tough! It stand up to anything. However, the bowl and parts are plastic and I have had to replace them over time. They didn't break while I was using them, the broke because they fell and hit the fl...
Waring Commercial Food Processor,3.5 qt. WFP14S
Outdoor
I only need one!
Full Range of Pizza Ovens – by Ooni Pizza Ovens
I don't own one of these, and to be honest, I may never buy one. That said, I have a number of friends that do - and they love them.
Big Green Egg 18.25 in. Large Charcoal Grill and Smoker Green - Ace Hardware
Here's a popular option (and for some preferred option) to the Big Green Egg. Again, I'll probably never buy one. For smoking, I use a $49 option (see the Weber recommendation.
Victory 21-Inch Kamado Grill & Smoker w/ Ultimate Starter Pack - BBQ-VCT-K-24B : BBQGuys
It's simple. It works perfectly. I have had mine for years (I paid much less for it). I smoke mostly salmon and white fish - occasionally mozzarella.
Weber 14” Smokey Mountain Cooker Smoker | Weber Smoker | Weber Grills
Pans
A pure copper core protected by 5-layer construction gives you the incomparable heat conduction and control of copper reinforced with remarkable durability and cleanability. High-grade non-reactive stainless steel provides a resilient and easy-cleani...
Induction Copper
Yes, I can stir-fry with just a spritz of cooking spray.
Buy ZWILLING Joy Plus Wok | ZWILLING.COM
I have a simple unfinished clay tagine. I paid about $35 for it. But I love all of these beautifully decorated pots. One of my favorite things about tagine cooking is how the tagine looks on the table. Even the simple clay is beautiful.
Moroccan Tagine Pot - Etsy
This is my most used pan. It's the perfect size for most of my “MM-Green” soup recipes. It's on my stove more than it's on my pot rack.
All-Clad 4203 Stainless Steel Tri-Ply Bonded Dishwasher Safe Sauce Pan with Lid / Cookware, 3-Quart, Silver
Everyone knows how I feel about Stanley Tucci! Now he's partnered with Green Pan to make the most beautiful non-stick (Italian) cookware!
GreenPan™ Stanley Tucci™ Ceramic Nonstick 11-Piece Cookware Set | Williams Sonoma
Not just for restaurants
My bakers rack is the most used and appreciated piece of equipment in my commercial kitchen. I never have to search for a place to put hot pans right out of the oven. It keeps my kitchen countertops clear, and my hot pans have a safe place to cool.
Costway 10 Sheet Aluminum Bakery Rack Silver Commercial Cookie Bun Pan Kitchen W/Wheel
For flour and sugar - deep drawer island storage
Stainless Steel Steam Table Food Pans and Accessories
For the island?
10 Easy Pieces: The Best Under-Counter Refrigerator Drawers - Remodelista
For fun!
A ravioi-makers dream molds!
john francis designs — John Francis Designs Shop
This is obviously not the most necessary product to have, but if you like beautiful ice - and you don't like watered down drinks…..this is it!
Monogram FORGE02PACK