Here at GH we’re all about saving you time, money and hassle. And these kitchen must-haves tick all these boxes. We’ve scoured the web for kitchenalia that will make your life a little easier, but won’t break the bank.
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1. Digital Stainless-steel cooking thermometer
Why? Because it’s quick and accurate! The LCD display shows accurate temperature results in about 10 seconds. Made of high-quality stainless steel and stored in a plastic tube, this thermometer is perfect for indoor or outdoor use. BUY NOW: R150, Takealot
2. Humble + Mash mandoline slicer
Why? Because it’ll save you heaps of time! Plus, it’s so versatile. This adjustable mandoline slicer comes with two blades (standard and julienne), and the slicer comes with three thickness settings (2mm, 3mm and 4mm). It has a hand guard for safe slicing. BUY NOW: R185, Takealot
3. GSBK pineapple corer & slicer
Why? Because while everybody loves pineapple, nobody likes to slice and core one! The GSBK pineapple corer-slicer peels, core and slices a pineapple in a very efficient and timely manner – it slices the pineapple flesh into rings while leaving the core in the shell. Plus, it’s easy to clean. BUY NOW: R149, Takealot
4. Multi-blade herb scissors
Why? Because these multi-blade herb scissors quickly and easily cut up herbs, eliminating the need for repetitive chopping. The scissors come with a protective cover that has slots at the end, which can be used to clean the blades of leftover herb bits. BUY NOW: R119, Yuppiechef.com
5. Riedel Stainless-steel decanter cleaning balls
Why? Because cleaning a wine decanter is no-one’s favourite task. The best decanters have narrow necks and either rounded bellies or loops to expose the wine to enough oxygen. And that’s where these stainless-steel cleaning balls come in. They’re perfect for cleaning wine stains out of hard-to-reach places without damaging the glass. BUY NOW: R129, Yuppiechef.com
6. OXO Good Grips jar opener
Why? Because we’re so over running jars under hot water, banging them on the counter or asking someone for help. The OXO Good Grips Jar Opener is the perfect tool for easily opening jars of all sizes, from small condiment bottles to large tubs of mayonnaise. It comes with a nifty nonslip base to make your job even easier. BUY NOW: R139, Yuppiechef.com
7. OXO Good Grips soap-dispensing dish brush
Why? Because the effortless soap dispensing and comfortable grip will make doing the dishes a breeze. With a light push of the nonslip button, the silicone valve shoots soap onto your dishes, then quickly seals to prevent drips and waste. The brush includes a scraper on the back to remove stubborn baked-on food. BUY NOW: R179, Yuppiechef.com
8. Wonderbag heat-retaining slow cooker (small)
Why? Because it’ll save you time and energy! Just bring food to the boil, then insulate it inside the Wonderbag to let it finish cooking over the next few hours. This Wonderbag is able to fit a pot of up to two litres, depending on the pot shape. It comes in a variety of colours and designs. BUY NOW: R209, Yuppiechef.com
9. Silicone food savers (set of four)
Why? Because you’ll waste less. Prolong the life of your half-cut fruit and veggies, as well as opened cans, jars and small containers, with these silicone food savers. These food huggers are made out of 100% food-grade silicone and there are four different sizes to suit almost any requirement. BUY NOW: R69,99, MRP Home
10. Kitchen craft pan protectors (set of three)
Why? Because you’ll extend the life of your precious pots and pans, which will save you money. Keep pots and pans looking their best (and save space by stacking them to store) with these pan protectors from Kitchen Craft. BUY NOW: R139, Yuppiechef.com
* Prices correct at time of publishing
PHOTO: iStock/Alex Potemkin
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