The Tools That Make Cooking Easier
Good prep work is what separates a stressful cooking experience from a smooth one. At Tarzian West for Housewares, Brooklyn's neighborhood kitchen store since 1977, our Food Prep Tools collection brings together the most-reached-for items in the kitchen, scales, thermometers, spinners, peelers, strainers, and more.
Thermometers. The Thermapen One and Thermapen for instant-read precision on meat, fish, and candy. The Thermopop 2 for a budget-friendly instant-read that doesn't sacrifice accuracy. The DOT Probe Thermometer for leave-in monitoring. The Oven Thermometer for making sure your oven temperature is what it says it is. The Glass Candy/Deep Fry Thermometer for sugar work and frying.
Scales. The Arti Food Scale for accurate gram and ounce measurements for baking and portioning. The Space Saving Scale for a compact option that tucks away easily.
Salad Spinners. The OXO Salad Spinner, Stainless Steel Salad Spinner, and Collapsible Salad Spinner for washing and drying greens, herbs, and berries quickly and efficiently.
Measuring. The Pyrex Measuring Cup and Measuring Cup & Jigger for liquid measuring. The Oxo Measuring Spoon for precise dry and wet measurements.
Strainers. The Conical Strainer, Double Rod Strainer, and Spider Skimmer for draining pasta, skimming stocks, and lifting delicate foods from hot liquid.
Prep Tools. The Swiss Peeler for efficient vegetable peeling. The Oxo Hand Held Mandoline for quick slicing. The Marcato Atlas 150 Blue Pasta Machine for fresh pasta at home. The Marble Mortar & Pestle for grinding spices.
Timers. The Retro Timer for analog kitchen timing.
Extras. The Platawa Brush for basting and cleaning. The Oxo Mess Free Grinder for pepper and spices.
