KITCHEN GADGETS FOR EVERY SUPER MOM

Gone are the days when mothers would spend much of their time in the kitchen swamped with chores from cooking family meals, to cleaning equipment, to organizing cupboards. Thanks to modern technology that can now be used even in the borders of our pantry. Kitchen gadgets have come a long way from mortar and pestle to high-powered food processors that are originally designed for industrial consumption and are now engineered to fit small household and everyday use. Today, although we rarely see ourselves behind the kitchen doors preparing food from scratch like fresh pasta, home-made jams, or DIY ice creams, being a kitchen wonder woman is made possible with the different kitchen gadgets available in stores.

A Fast-Paced Cooking
With more than family responsibilities filling our plate these days, the best aid to time management are high-tech machines that are built for speed and reliability.

Chef’n Salad Spinner
The lesser you move, the better when you are stressed or in a hurry. Chef’n Salad Spinner understands your need to save time and effort. Just pump the lever a few times and with this little amount of movement, the basket spins swiftly, drying your salad leaves in just a matter of seconds. No more cord-pulling or manual spinning like old-school salad spinners do. Available in small and big sizes at Rustan’s Department Stores. Price depends on size.

Tecosma Food Loop Silicone (4 pieces)
You truss chicken for even cooking, tie the bacon around Filet Mignon with a string to secure it, and also do the same thing with your roulades so they will not open up during cooking process. It is almost impossible to not have a string in your kitchen until Tecosma Food Loop Silicones are introduced. Aside from safely securing meat and other food items, these too are hygienic to use. The silicone material makes it withstand heat and easier to untangle and clean after use. P250, Gourdo’s Branches.

Gourdo’s Makati
3/F Glorietta 4,Ayala Center, Makati City
757-5771

Gourdo’s Alabang
Home Zone, Upper Ground Level, Alabang Town Center
Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila
556-3966 to 67

Gourdo’s Trinoma
Lobby Level, Trinoma, EDSA Corner North Avenue,
Quezon City
901-3475

Getting Organized
An organized kitchen means an organized mind as well. When working in the kitchen, clutter and chaos in the cupboards, counter tops and shelves tend to distract us. It’s best to keep everything neat and in order.

Zervo Single Cereal Dispenser
It’s fun having the Zervo Cereal Dispenser around. It has an-easy turn knob that neatly dispenses cereals (jelly beans, oats, rice or what have you) into a bowl while its airtight feature keeps food items fresher than box containers.

Olde Thompson 16-Jar Orbit Spice Rack
Family recipes from your great grandmother surely do not deserve to be replaced but old spice racks that you had probably just DIY-ed do, especially if you want your pantry to achieve a contemporary look and feel. The Olde Thompson 16-Jar Orbit Spice Rack organizes your dried herbs and spices the way revolutionary kitchen does. This spice carousel can be displayed on any countertop, or conveniently tucked in a cabinet. It comes with 16 most popular and frequently used herbs and spices in sealed jars. Each jar has a stainless lid that has the spice name on its label. The revolving feature of this spice master makes finding and storing your dried herbs and spices a lot easier.

Serving with Style
They say the eyes eat first and because presentation matters, garnishing dishes or serving them on a presentable chafing dish before laying them down on the dining table is a must especially during special events. Here are some tools you can use to relish up your food:

Microplane ® Classic Series Grater/Zester
A powerful but light gadget, this 12-inch long grater by Microplane® weighs only 4 ounces making effortless grating possible. It is made with a surgical grade stainless steel material so it is sure to last you a lifetime. With this, you can turn your plain-looking pastas and salads to an eye-catching meal by grating cheese or nuts over them before serving; you can also use it to grate chocolates or zest citrus peel to your desserts to make them look even more appetizing. P725, Living Well, The Podium.

Sensio Buffet Server
Having friends over for dinner is not a problem with the stylish and hi-tech Sensio Buffet Server. It’s no ordinary chafing dish or warmer as this kitchen superstar has a base that can be used as a stand-alone heating tray or it can hold the three serving dishes should you wish to keep different food items warm all at the same time. Each dish has 2-1/2 quart capacity and comes with a see-through cover with center handle for easy and safe removal. Handles and control knobs on the heating tray also have safety features as they stay cool even when turned on. Available at True Value.

Salad-On-Ice with Dome Lid
Show respect to your salad greens and serve them right way. Salad-On-Ice with Dome Lid prolongs life of fruits and vegetables during serving. With the base filled with crushed or cubed ice, you can prevent the salads from wilting and eventually getting inedible. The functionality of this gadget goes beyond the ice beneath your food. The dome lid keeps cold air in while keeping bugs out and crystal clear acrylic material makes it light and attractive to use. Hooks are attached to the body to hold serving spoons in place. Available at True Value.

True Value
Alabang Town Center
Upper Ground Floor, Expansion Wing
Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa City
Tel. (632) 807-5225 or (632) 850-1907

True Value
Ayala Center Cebu
GF Ayala Center
Cebu City
Tel. (032) 232-1689 to 89

True Value
Powerplant Mall
Concourse level, Power Plant Mall
Rockwell Center, Makati City
Tel. (632) 898-0913 to 14

True Value
Trinoma
Level1 TriNoma Mall
Quezon City
Tel. (0923) 720-7641 or (632) 345-1074

True Value
Abreeza Mall
2nd Level Abreeza Mall
J.P. Laurel Avenue
Davao City
Tel. (0923) 720-7641 or (632) 345-1074