Types of Kitchenware

Kitchen hardware is a loose term for kitchen utensils and tools used for baking, cooking and creating meals. Every item of a kitchen's hardware collection has a purpose and use for the cook. It is important to outfit your kitchen with all the tools that you need to either make a cake or cut a steak.

Utensils

Tools that move food from serving dish to mouth, and tools that move cut, chop or manipulate food during cooking are called utensils. Examples of utensils include forks, spoons and knives-all used for eating and cooking food.

Cooking Kitchenware

Tools used for cooking in the kitchen include pots, pans and dishes-and are often called cooking kitchenware. Baking dishes and casserole dishes are common types of kitchenware used for cooking food, while sauteing and frying are done in pans on the stove top. Cooking kitchenware is usually made of ceramic, glass and metal.

Storage Kitchenware

Storing foods slows the process of decomposition and keeps food edible for a longer period of time. Storage kitchenware is composed of airtight containers that stores food and creates an airtight seal. Storage kitchenware is typically composed of bowls, lidded boxes, canisters or storage bags.

Serving Kitchenware

After cooking food it has to be transferred into serving plates. These dishes may also be called serving dishes or serving plates. Other items in this category are gravy boats, saucers, platters and butter dishes.

Speciality Kitchenware

Modern kitchens are full of tools and gadgets called speciality kitchenware. These items include garlic presses, grinders, blenders, electric beaters and potato peelers. These items make cooking both faster and easier.