(Food-Beverage-News.Com, February 03, 2015 ) Oakland, CA -- Nothing says "I love you" more than a Valentine's Day meal specially prepared at home. It says a lot about how important a person is to someone, with the time and effort put into every appetizer, entrée and dessert served on the table. Just the thought, though, of all the preparations and cooking involved can overwhelm any love-struck cook. With the right kitchen tools, says contemporary kitchenware manufacturer Finesseur, there's no need to fret over creating that special romantic meal for a loved one.
"Creating a nice Valentine's Day meal is the perfect way to show someone how you really love them, and definitely a refreshing change from eating out in a restaurant. For some, however, it can be challenging to plan this special meal, especially if this will be the first time you're cooking for someone special," says Allison Montgomery, spokesperson for Finesseur.
Whether it's a simple recipe or a fancy dish, these trusty kitchen tools ensure fuss-free Valentine's Day cooking:
1. Kitchen knife: Keep an all-purpose chef's knife handy for all cutting and chopping needs. Montgomery says having a high-quality knife is important to make cutting jobs easier. "It is a must to have a sharp knife to ensure fast and effortless dicing and slicing. The Finesseur Ceramic 8-inch Chef's Knife, for example, is a good cutting tool to have in your kitchen as you can rely on its sharpness and durability to take on any cutting task," shares Montgomery.
2. Dutch oven/casserole dish: A trusty cooking vessel for baked dishes or recipes cooked over a stovetop, like soups and stews.
3. Sauté pan or skillet: For items that need sautéing.
4. Medium pot: For cooking sauces, soups, and cream-based dishes.
5. Whisk, tongs and spatula
6. Small and medium bowls
7. Baking dish: For baking desserts as well as to give a fish-based dish a baked, moist texture.
8. Digital kitchen scale: To get more precise measurements, make sure to have this device to ensure accuracy in measuring liquid and dry ingredients. "A reliable kitchen scale like the Finesseur Food Scale is helpful for measuring American and international recipes with ease and accuracy as it is equipped with a variety of measurement units for proper weighing and portioning of ingredients," explains Montgomery.
9. Grill pan: Good for giving vegetables like lightly seasoned tomatoes or asparagus a nice roasted taste.
10. Waffle maker: For a romantic breakfast in bed, keep this within reach for making his favorite waffles.
11. Toaster Oven: This is a must-have to keep breakfast treats like pancakes, eggs, or waffles warm while waiting for a loved one to wake up to a hearty meal.
12. Fondue pot: For making chocolate fondue – a must-have Valentine dessert.
13. Metal skewers: For dipping items like strawberries in fondue.
14. Blender: For making cocktails like margaritas.
By having these tools handy, cooking will be faster, safer, and more organized. "When you're more efficient in your cooking routine, there's no need to slave away in the kitchen for hours on end. Utilizing the right tools will help save time, ensures safety as you cook, and more importantly, improves your cooking," explains Montgomery.
"Valentine's Day should be memorable for you and your loved one. Knowing which tools to use is an easy way to help you create dishes that can make your significant other swoon with love all over again," adds Montgomery.
About Finesseur
Finesseur brings fashion design, precise engineering, and top quality craftsmanship together in American kitchens. Finesseur believes kitchen tools should be not only functional, but also inspirational.
