A Foodie’s Kitchen

We talk a lot about the importance of merging beauty with function in kitchen design. Never is that need more evident than when designing a Foodie’s Kitchen. A true foodie falls somewhere in the middle, between professional chef and home cook. Their passion for food and its preparation requires a kitchen that works like a pro kitchen but feels like a home. That’s a tricky balance, we take a look at what you need for a true Foodie’s kitchen.

Ventilation

Function: No one wants to be reminded of last night’s salmon during their coffee the following morning. Good ventilation is key. Look for a vent hood that is bigger than your range and choose a higher power option if you have a gas range.

Beauty: Your vent hood can be customized as a statement piece in your kitchen design or made to be part of your cabinetry flow.

Countertops

Functions: Counter surfaces need to be smooth, durable and easy to clean. Stainless steel counters are used in professional kitchens because they cover all these needs, however they are not the look for everyone.

Beauty: Try a natural stone. Soapstone is non-porous and naturally anti-bacterial (and you can put hot pots and pans directly onto the counter). Marble may stain, but it does maintain a naturally cool temperature which is great for baking. Choose your surface and then look for the variety that best fits your design.

Range

Function: A multi-burner gas range is very at home in a foodie’s kitchen. open flame with a grill or griddle attachment means almost any dish can be prepared.

Beauty: In some kitchens a large stainless steel chef’s range is a perfect fit. But there are other options. look to Europe for some beautiful and highly functional unique ranges. Gas is your best bet for fast heat. Convection ranges have come a long way too. Visit a specialized appliance showroom to see what’s new and fabulous in appliances.

Dishwasher

Function: A foodie’s kitchen creates dishes – many dishes. If space is available a second dishwasher, or dish drawer will help keep on top of the mess that occurs during culinary experiments.

Beauty: Panel ready dishwashers will create a seamless run of lower cabinets. A Butler’s Pantry space can be the perfect spot for a second dishwasher.

Lighting

Function: Good lighting is important in a kitchen, task lighting can really help with food prep. Lighting under upper cabinets shines light on counters, drawer and cabinet interior lighting helps find tools quickly and easily.

Beauty: Concealed task lighting can be run easily within your cabinetry. Lighting should run under your wall cabinets or shelving to shine down on your counter work areas. Then you are free to choose a fixture of pendant that fits your aesthetic.

Prep

Function: Having open counter space to prep food is key for a foodie’s kitchen. If space allows an extra prep sink is also useful. Setting up a prep area that includes trash and compost containers will also help keep things streamlined.

Beauty: Include trash pull out cabinets that hide your garbage bins but are easy to access. Not only do built in trash cans hide your rubbish, they also keep it away from curious paws.

Storage

Function: Foodies love their tools. A foodie’s kitchen should have well organized storage areas for small appliances and prep tools. A knife block will keep expensive knives both sharp and safe.

Beauty: Custom drawers with organizers and built in knife blocks will keep your tools at your fingertips and off your countertops.

We are looking forward to when you can visit a Jewett Farms + Co. showroom. Our designers and sales people have all the tools at their fingertips to help you discover how to merge your foodie desires with a beautiful and functional kitchen.