Plating and elaborate food presentation does not just have to be witnessed at a gourmet restaurant. With the proper tools, even the home cook can create stunning culinary presentations. Yes, there are many different kinds on the market, but the following tools will get your plating skills well on their way to restaurant chef status. Of course, you first need to be well-equipped in terms of kitchen knives, cutting board, plates, etc.
The first tool I’m going to highly recommend as a must-have in your kitchen is the hand held blender. The hand held blender is a great kitchen aid because it can be used as an emulsifier when you’re making salad dressings, and can blend your soups and sauces to perfection.
This article appears in Jun 10-16, 2010.
