THE 5 GAME-CHANGING UTENSILS FOR COOKING LIKE A CHEF

1GRATTUGIA

Or a ‘grater’ in English. It won’t do to live without one, especially given the amount of cheese in Italian cooking. As Shakespeare famously wrote, ‘Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have a grater thrust upon them.’

2KITCHEN TONGS

Thin metal ones with round ends, for gripping spaghetti, mixing it thoroughly in a sauce and then serving it straight onto a plate.

3KNIFE (SHARPENED)

Avoid bargain-basement knives and stay clear of those with rounded ends. Go for anything that’s really sharp: opt for quality.

4WOODEN CHOPPING BOARD

In other words, plastic boards are a no-no. It’s better for the planet and the look of your kitchen. A single board will last you a lifetime.

5COPPER FRYING PAN

Perfect for making a risotto, adding the final touch to pasta dishes and cooking meat. Beware, keep it well away from the dishwasher!