I like to store
my most important kitchen items in plain sight, so that I can easily find and
reach for my favorite things. A big benefit to this storage technique is that I
get to look at my favorite kitchen tools whenever I am in the kitchen. It’s
very motivating to be surrounded by things you love. I highly suggest trying
this out!
From my photos
here you can see an example of this with a hanging stick. I searched for a
nice-sized stick in the woods which I then cut, shaped, and hung on the wall. I
then used white S-hooks to hang up the small kitchen tools that I often use
while cooking.
It’s important to
think about the various dishes you cook on a daily basis as well as the general
atmosphere you want to create in your kitchen. One of my biggest challenges is
having cooking tools from different cultures. I have both Japanese and American
kitchen tools from different cultures. I have both Japanese and American
kitchen tools that I regularly use, but their styles are completely different!
To help blend both of these tool sets into my kitchen, I try to find items with
a simple design. Choosing a subtle color is essential as well. I always go with
white items, which is my theme. When possible, I also try to find items made
from natural wood. This helps to bring together all my different tools from
both countries under a unified theme. Of course, sometimes you have to add a
statement piece or two to achieve the effect you’re looking for. I am always on
the look-out for those special items that can bring all the other details
together.
I’ll be
introducing some of my favorite Japanese kitchen tools and utensils in the
future, but in this post, I’ll be highlighting these tools with akebi vine
handles. The akebi plant is used for many things in Japan. The leaves are used
for herbal tea infusions and medicine, while the vines are used for
basket-weaving crafts. In fact, the bean pods are also edible, tasting sweet
and chocolaty. Eating sweet akebi pods are one of my fondest childhood
memories…
These ladles are
very practical as everyday utensils, but their akebi vine handles are so
lovely! Of course we can never put them in the dishwasher but I don’t mind
washing them by hand; I consider it a fair trade. I love this sauce ladle the
most. It’s just right for scooping my home-infused plum wine straight from the
jar. I sometimes ladle my plum wine into this Japanese pottery sake decanter,
which also has an elegant akebi woven handle.
Aren’t they
lovely?
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