Price Points: Non scratch whisks

Non scratch whisks

We have a set of cast iron enamel saucepans that see a lot of use; from poaching eggs to simmering stews. We tend to use wooden spoons when cooking with them as metal ones damage the surface. With certain recipes – like some sauces and roux – it’s preferable to use to use a whisk. We only have a stainless steel one so I need to check out some non scratch whisks.

As well as the low, low price (only two quid!), I like the green credentials of the Viners whisk. Unlike our other two short-listed whisks, it’s composition is more than a third waste product.

  1. Viners organic whisk, beige: £2.00, Harts of Stur

Crafted from 35% wheat fibre, a by-product from the farming industry which has historically been burnt. These utensils are manufactured to the highest standards to ensure durability, strength, and comfortable use and are dishwasher safe.

Nylon whisk: £7.00, ProCook

Ideal for making sauces or scrambled eggs in non-stick pans
Made from nylon set on a brushed stainless steel handle
Fully dishwasher safe

2-in-1 Twist™ whisk: £12.00, Joseph Joseph

With a simple twist of the handle, this clever design can be switched between a balloon whisk and a flat whisk making it ideal for a range of different tasks.

• Two essential whisks in one
• Flat whisk for blending and balloon whisk for whipping
• Folds flat for compact storage
• Silicone-coated steel wires heat-resistant up to 200˚C/392˚F
• Suitable for non-stick cookware

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2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
£12.00
Nylon whisk
Nylon whisk
£7.00
Viners organic whisk, beige
Viners organic whisk, beige
£2.00
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
£12.00
Nylon whisk
Nylon whisk
£7.00
Viners organic whisk, beige
Viners organic whisk, beige
£2.00
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
£12.00
Nylon whisk
Nylon whisk
£7.00
Viners organic whisk, beige
Viners organic whisk, beige
£2.00
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
£12.00
Nylon whisk
Nylon whisk
£7.00
Viners organic whisk, beige
Viners organic whisk, beige
£2.00
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
2-in-1 Twist™ whisk
£12.00
Nylon whisk
Nylon whisk
£7.00
Viners organic whisk, beige
Viners organic whisk, beige
£2.00

Price Points: Left-handed ice cream scoops

Left-handed ice cream scoops

It’s not easy being a left-hander and keen cook. There’s a long list of kitchen tools, gadgets and utensils that aren’t designed for us; scissors, knives, peelers, corkscrews, can openers, whisks, cooking spoons and spatulas. Not to mention lipped saucepans, mixing bowls and ladles – the list goes on and on!

When I searched the internet with a fine tooth comb looking for left-handed ice cream scoops, I only found one… one company – Stöckel – that makes them! Considering 10% of the world’s population are southpaws, other manufacturers are missing out on a lot of potential custom!

The other two will work well enough for both left and right handers. However, a scoop with a lever and ‘scooper’ (the narrow, semi-circular piece of metal inside the scoop that swivels) does a better job.

  1. Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip: £7.97, Amazon
  2. Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL: £59.00, Loewen META
  3. Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop: £40.00, eBay

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Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
£40.00
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
£59.00
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
£7.97
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
£40.00
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
£59.00
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
£7.97
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
£40.00
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
£59.00
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
£7.97
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
£40.00
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
£59.00
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
£7.97
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
Vintage original Mariposa cast aluminium cone shaped ice cream scoop
£40.00
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
Stöckel professional ice cream scoop for left-handers – Model KL
£59.00
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
Safvo ice cream scoop stainless steel with ergonomic non-slip rubber grip
£7.97

Creative Collections: Wooden spoons

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Collection of wooden spoons on an antique wooden spoon rack

Last week’s ceramic Creative Collections post featured modern design & graphics – this one is altogether more antique & rustic in nature.

5 vintage wooden spoons

We just love old wooden spoons!! All the different shapes, sizes & patinas.

pair of vintage wooden spoons

There are endless gadgets that you can fill your kitchen with (and we do); but when it comes down to it, if you’ve got a couple of good knives and some wooden spoons, you can get most jobs done.

detail of a vintage wooden spoon

You can get very attached to certain spoons. In addition to some exquisite antique examples that we now just display, we must have about 20 spoons available for use in a pot next to the cooker – we both gravitate to our favourite 2 or 3. They just feel right in the hand!

Collection of wooden spoons on an antique wooden spoon rack

And then there’s the spin off collection – obviously you then have to find perfect racks & containers in which to keep them!!

Gimme Five! Chopsticks

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Selection of chopsticks

We regularly cook Chinese food at home and, after our most recent book review, will be trying our hand at Vietnamese cuisine too! For that authentic feel – we couple our meals with Chinese tea and eat with chopsticks. Here’s a selection of chopsticks we found from around the web to suit all budgets!

  1. Typhoon signature chopsticks, natural (set of 4): £7.95, Divertimenti
  2. Bamboo chopsticks (10 pairs): 5,50 €, Muji
  3. Kimono Murasaki chopsticks: £11.95, Harvey Nichols
  4. Hand carved, Hera chopsticks: £14.97, Etsy
  5. Titanium chopsticks: £87.62, Milkster