Kitchen Appliances to Help You Cook Like a Top Chef

Even the most talented chefs would struggle with a dull knife, which is why equipping your kitchen with the right tools can make all the difference in becoming a Top Chef Canada-worthy home cook. Whether you’re looking to upgrade a major appliance like your fridge or oven or just want a countertop gadget that can make your cooking more efficient, these KitchenAid® appliances will do the trick and leave you wondering how you ever lived without them.

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The espresso machine that’ll turn your kitchen countertop into a cafe

The reason your at-home lattes never taste the same as the ones from your local coffee shop all comes down to the espresso machine you’re using. Thankfully, it is possible to brew the perfect latte at home with this state-of-the-art espresso machine from KitchenAid. Not only can it brew a beautifully strong espresso, but it can create over 40+ recipe options for everything from Americanos to Lattes to Cappuccinos at the touch of a button — it’ll even froth the milk for you! Plus, it has Plant-Based Milk Mode, which is specifically designed to steam, heat or froth your favourite plant-based milks. We especially love that this machine has a built-in grinder that produces the ideal volume and consistency of beans depending on the drink you’re making, and the removable bean hopper makes it easy to swap in different beans between drinks. This way, you can seamlessly transition from your morning double shot to your afternoon decaf. Once you’ve perfected your at-home latte recipe, you can even program it directly into the easy-to-use touch screen.

The fridge that’s the life of the party

The last thing you need when you’re busy hosting a Top Chef Canada-worthy dinner party is to stress about whether the drinks are cold enough or if you have enough ice, and with this show-stopping KitchenAid refrigerator, you don’t have to. It features a multi-zone cooling system that can chill your party essentials at three different temperatures in three dedicated zones — you can even turn the right-hand freezer into a fridge or wine/beverage centre at the touch of a button. Plus, it can produce over three pounds of filtered ice per day, so whether you’re mixing up cocktails or putting together a fresh seafood platter, you’ll always be well-stocked.

The oven that gives you complete control

If you’ve ever noticed that your roast beef isn’t cooked through consistently, there’s a good chance it has nothing to do with your roasting skills and everything to do with the heat control of your oven. KitchenAid Brand’s Even-Heat™ True Convection technology offers the perfect solution: its unique bow-tie design means that the entire oven is heated, and stays at, the perfect temperature, so you can make that perfect roast every single time. Its integrated meat thermometer continuously monitors cooking progress and automatically shuts the oven off once your desired temperature is reached, so it literally takes the guesswork out for you. Plus, if you’re as hooked on your air fryer as we are, this model also features an integrated air fryer with an air frying basket, so you can use less oil in your cooking and free up precious counter space.

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The grain and rice cooker that anticipates your needs

Perfectly cooked grains and rice make for an ideal healthy side for any meal, but often require fussing around to get the water-to-grain ratio just right. This clever Grain and Rice Cooker removes that problem from the equation entirely: It features an integrated scale and water tank that work together to automatically dispense the right amount of water for whatever you’re cooking. This is not your average rice cooker — of course, it can cook any kind of rice with ease, but it’s also designed with 21 presets to cook perfect grains and beans as well. To top it all off, it includes a steamer basket that fits above the cooking pot, so you can steam ingredients above while your grains cook below. We have a feeling this multi-functional tool will be your new best friend in the kitchen.

The hand blender that you’ll actually want to use

Nothing compares to a creamy blended bowl of soup, but sometimes just the thought of having to fuss with a corded hand blender is enough to have you re-evaluating your menu. This cordless option from KitchenAid features a powerful rechargeable 12v MAX Battery, so you can blend for up to an hour on one full charge. Plus, the battery can be mixed and matched with the rest of the KitchenAid Go Cordless system, so you can swap it out with the Food Chopper, Hand Mixer and Personal Blender depending on your cooking needs. Talk about versatility!

The fridge that’ll improve your daily life

You’d be surprised how much fridge design can affect your daily life in the kitchen: from losing frozen goods at the back of a poorly designed freezer to produce wilting well before it should in a badly ventilated crisper, a well-designed fridge can solve problems you didn’t even know were fixable. This large capacity French Door fridge from KitchenAid is designed with the home cook in mind: both the fridge and freezer drawers have adjustable storage dividers to keep you organized and the Preserva® Food Care System with Produce Preserver helps keep produce fresh for longer by delaying over-ripening and extending freshness of fruits and vegetables. Sometimes it’s the little design details that can make all the difference.

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