GOURMET GIZMOS
Arbiters of taste are itching to get their hands on these culinary gadgets to complete that transition from basic cook to master chef; they are the ideal addition to kitchens that have (almost) everything
- Lactose lovers will proudly display this cheese slicer and fork, a stunning addition to any cheese board. www.evasolo.com
- The interiors bibles are already waxing lyrical about the Hydrotap system by Zip; with instant boiling and chilled filtered water, steaming coffee and ice-cold lemonade can be fixed in a jiffy. www.zipdesignerrange.co.uk
- Dish up your garlic-laden escargot in this unique porcelain snail dish; your guests will obviously be adept at using the snail fork and tongs they come as part of the kit. www.divertimenti.co.uk
- Wine connoisseurs will be dazzled by the glint of this chic, cut-glass Aurora decanter by crystal specialists Tipperary. www.tipperarycrystal.com
- Moroccan Mesdames and messieurs will love this sleek tagine by All-Clad; a stainless steel base and an aluminium core ensure even cooking, while the ceramic conical lid retains moisture. Chic enough to take centre stage: bring it straight from the cooker to the table. www.all-clad.com
- The haute cuisine cognoscenti will make full use of this crystal caviar bowl by David Linley, designed with a double container for ice to keep the caviar chilled, a rich walnut base and horn spoon for scooping out the Beluga www.davidlinley.com
- Natasha Faruque