5 Amazing Gadgets to Complete Your Kitchen in 2021

In the last year, there were many culinary tasks we brought in-house. From the morning latte to the evening cocktail (and most of the drinking and dining in-between), we’ve all become baristas, mixologists and Master Chefs. But a chef is only as good as their tools, so if you haven’t already upgraded your kitchen equipment, now’s the moment.

The Best Kitchen Gadgets of 2021

Braun MultiQuick 9 Stick Blender

BRAUN MULTIQUICK BLENDER — BRAUN, MULTIQUICK 9 HAND BLENDER ($259)

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The ultimate kitchen workhorse, the versatile MultiQuick 9 Stick Blender from Braun will replace a few of your existing kitchen appliances, saving you valuable cupboard space. Ditch the blender, food processor, Bamix and mandoline, and let the MultiQuick blend, whisk, chop, purée, slice, knead, julienne, shred and even make fries.

The brand claims the signature ACTIVEBlade technology, where the individual blades move up and down, blends food with 40 per cent less effort, which makes effortlessly throwing together a meal actually effortless. Braun also patented SPLASHControl technology, which means less mess when you cook.

Vitamix 066571 E310 High-Performance Blender

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Another do-anything kitchen tool, Vitamixes are famous kitchen staples for a reason. With intuitive, versatile controls, exhilarating high-performance power, and warranty-backed durability, they’ve been changing the way we prep and cook for years.

This Explorian Series high-performance blender is a universal tool that can replace multiple kitchen appliances that blend, heat, puree, crush, chop, grind, whip, juice, mix and churn—essentially it does everything except the grocery shopping.

With ten variable speeds, you have maximum control over the texture of your ingredients, and the generously sized 1.4-litre container is insulated to maintain temperature. The container also basically cleans itself with a drop of dish soap and sixty seconds at the highest speed.

Breville BMF600BSS Milk Cafe Milk Frother

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If working from home has meant you’re missing out on your morning latte, it’s time to invest in some decent coffee-making equipment. This Breville milk frother is the smartest way to heat and froth the milk (of whichever kind you prefer) for your favourite coffee. Induction heating offers gentle and even heat distribution also creates tiny bubbles for the smoothest milky drinks ever, while the automatic off function means your milk is always at optimum temperature and never burnt. It’s also dishwasher safe and can heat three cups of milk at a time, so there are no pre-coffee squabbles over the machine.

Breville Smart Grinder Digital Coffee Grinder

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The other at-home coffee essential you probably don’t have yet is a decent bean grinder. Did you know that a coffee bean has lost 60 per cent of its flavour and aroma just 15 minutes after grinding? No wonder coffee purists advocate for grinding beans directly before you make your cuppa.

This large-capacity grinder can hold 450g of beans ready to go, and the 25 grind settings mean you can produce the perfect grounds for whatever method you use, from espresso to plunger. Plus, the automatic dosing system calibrates each dose every time you adjust the grind size, so no complicated adjustments before you’ve had your morning caffeine.

If you don’t already have a great coffee machine, check out our list of the best luxury espresso machines on the market.

SodaStream Source Power Sparkling Water Maker

There’s nothing better than having cold sparkling water at the touch of a button. We’re obsessed with the SodaStream Power, and it’s guaranteeing that we get our eight glasses of water every day. As well as plain sparkling water, though, we’re also mixing it with cordials and concentrates, fresh herbs, sliced fruit and our favourite spirits—the options are endless.

Power is the newest release from SodaStream, the third to be created in collaboration with renowned global designer Yves Behar, and the black and chrome housing is a sleek addition to your benchtop.

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