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Claire Macdonald
Section: Cooking Essentials

TOP TEN ITEMS

Over the years, through trial and error, Claire has searched for what she believes are the kitchen must-haves, from pans to knives to the other utensils that can make a cook’s life that bit easier. You don’t have to go to all that trouble because Claire has brought them all together here in one place.

Check out what she recommends in her Top Ten items every kitchen should have...

Berndes Sauté Pan
Made in Germany, these superb Berndes Sauté pans come with a domed glass lid, detachable handle and are perfect for hob and oven use. Guaranteed not to chip, crack, blister or peel, the three layer non-stick surface permits fat-free cooking and easy cleaning.
28cm
£105.00
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Swiss Istor Knife Sharpener
This Swiss knife sharpener really is First Aid for blades! The most reliable and efficient knife sharpener you can buy, it’s used by cooks, chefs and restaurants worldwide, including Claire at Kinloch Lodge.

Onion/Vegetable Dicer
No more tears! This is an indispensable gizmo that not only chops onions but it takes care of a whole host of other vegetables with ease. You’ll never chop again once you’ve tried this.

Cutco Potato/Vegetable Peeler
A vegetable lover’s best friend. With an extra-tough, double-sided blade and ergonomically designed sure-grip handle. Tough and durable, it’s the most comfortable and effective peeler you can buy.

Fiskars Scissors
These spring action scissors reduce hand fatigue, making them really comfortable to use, no matter the task. With precision stainless steel blades and safety lock, these scissors are an essential tool in any kitchen.
Spring loaded
£15.00
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Rösle High Heat Spatula
Rösle has rightly won many design awards for their innovative products. Take this High Heat Spatula, for example. It can withstand exceptionally high temperatures and comes with one stiff and one flexible edge – two spatulas for the price of one!

Salters Timer
Claire says this is the simplest, most reliable timer in the world. With extra large digits, extra loud sounder, magnetic/clip mount, easily mountable, neat and contemporary design, it’s easy to see why Salters Timer is in the Top Ten.

Rösle Flat Whisk
Once you use a Flat Whisk, you’ll never go back to a balloon whisk ever again. Another indispensable item from the wonderful Rösle range.

William Bound Salt Mill (Walnut)
These walnut wood mills come with Claire’s highest recommendation after 30 years of cooking. They crush rather than grind, offering three options – coarse, medium and fine – and are guaranteed for 10 years.
Large
£33.00
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Small
£27.00
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William Bound Pepper mill (Walnut)
These walnut wood mills come with Claire’s highest recommendation after 30 years of cooking. They crush rather than grind, offering three options – coarse, medium and fine – and are guaranteed for 10 years.
Large
£33.00
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Small
£27.00
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Extra large William Bounds Peppermill
16” Peppermill from William Bounds. Walnut with wide ceramic grinder for 8X normal output – adjustable. This mill comes with a lifetime guarantee.

“A must for all genuine lovers of ground pepper”
Extra large (16”)
£45.00
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