Collection: kitchen tools & utensils

Which kitchen utensils do you reach for most?

Most cooking runs on a handful of core kitchen tools, so start there rather than a giant gadget drawer. A spatula or turner for flipping, a wooden spoon and a silicone one for stirring, tongs for grabbing and turning, a ladle for soups, a whisk, a slotted spoon and a peeler cover the vast majority of cooking. Beyond those, add gadgets only for jobs you do regularly — among cooking utensils, a garlic press if you cook with garlic constantly, or other kitchen gadgets, a masher if you make mash often. The core set does 90% of the work; the gadgets are for specific habits.

What material should kitchen utensils be?

The material matters, especially with your cookware. Silicone utensils are heat-resistant and won't scratch non-stick pans, making them the safe all-rounder for modern cookware. Wooden utensils are gentle on all surfaces, don't conduct heat and look classic, though they need hand-washing. Stainless steel is tough and dishwasher-safe but will scratch non-stick coatings, so keep it for stainless and cast-iron pans. Nylon is cheap and non-stick-safe but can melt at high heat. If you have non-stick pans, choose silicone or wood; for stainless and cast iron, steel is fine.

Buy a set or individual utensils?

Each has a case. A utensil set gives you the core tools together, matching and often with a stand, which is convenient and good value for setting up a kitchen from scratch. The catch is that sets often include pieces you never use. Buying individually lets you get exactly the tools you want in the quality you want, and skip the fillers. For a first kitchen or a rental, a set is quick and cheap. For replacing worn favourites or building a considered kit, individual pieces let you choose better. Match it to your situation — starting fresh or upgrading.

Common questions

What kitchen utensils do I really need?
A turner, wooden and silicone spoons, tongs, a ladle, whisk, slotted spoon and peeler cover most cooking. Add gadgets only for jobs you do often, like a garlic press or masher.

Which utensil material is best for non-stick pans?
Silicone or wood, since they won't scratch the coating. Stainless steel scratches non-stick, so keep it for stainless and cast-iron pans.

Are wooden utensils good?
Yes — they're gentle on all cookware, don't conduct heat and look classic. They do need hand-washing rather than the dishwasher to last.

Should I buy a utensil set or individual tools?
A set is convenient and good value for a new kitchen but may include unused pieces. Individual tools let you pick exactly what you want in better quality.

Can I get kitchen utensils on buy now pay later?
Yes. Afterpay, Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 all split the order into four fortnightly payments. A $39 utensil set is around 4 × $9.75.

Fill the kitchen

Utensils pair with the cooking gear. Add cookware to use them with, knives for prep, and food storage for leftovers.

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