Yompai musings
Wooden Toast Tongs - not a new thing
If you have ever burnt your fingers trying to get bent or broken toast out of the toaster you know how much of a lifesaver wooden toast tongs are.
How do I care for my wooden bowls and spoons?
How do I care for my wooden spoon or wooden bowl? One of the most asked questions.
Why choose a Teak wooden bowl?
Choosing a bowl for your kitchen or table is very personal and will also depend on the reason for buying or using it. Some things are better in glass bowls or ceramic bowls or even metal bowls. But there are some very good reasons to consider wooden bowls and especially Teak wooden bowls.
Wooden Spatulas are incredibly versatile
We love wooden spatulas, they are one of our go to kitchen utensils. They are incredibly versatile and are useful in all sorts of ways.
Are there health benefits in using wooden utensils?
Increasingly people are becoming aware of the health benefits of using wooden kitchenware and wooden utensils. Both for personal health and health of the environment. There are a range of health benefits in using natural, sustainable wooden bowls, wooden spatulas, wooden spoons.
Cooking Chopsticks
Cooking Chopsticks are an increasingly popular way of cooking. Some of the ways you can cook with them include stir fries, omelettes, dumplings and pancakes.
Wooden Teaspoons
We all use teaspoons, for everything from stirring drinks to eating honey. But they are useful in so many ways.
Why Teak is a great wood for wooden ladles and spoons
There are many advantages to using Teak wood ladles and spoons in your kitchen and servingware. Teak wood is a very strong and durable wood, making it a good choice for utensils that will be used frequently. It is also resistant to warping and cracking, which can be a problem with other types of wood.
Wooden Soup Spoons, are they are good choice?
It is winter here, lots of cold days and nights. Hot soups are definitely on the menu.
I use a wooden spoon or ladle to serve soups into dishes but how about using a wooden spoon to eat with. Are they something worth using?
There are several advantages to using a wooden soup spoon.
Wooden Lemon Squeezers
It is winter here, cold grey days, flu and colds. Fortunately it is also lemon and citrus season, and there are lots of lemons, limes and grapefruit on our trees. Making a hot lemon or lime drink with a little honey in is a delight on these cold days. I use a Teak wood lemon squeezer to extract the juices.
What are the advantages to Wooden Spatulas?
One advantage is the durability of Wooden Spatulas which are known for their strength and longevity. Unlike plastic spatulas, which can easily break or melt when exposed to high heat, wooden spatulas are able to withstand the rigors of everyday cooking. The natural strength and resilience of wood make it the ideal material for spatulas that need to endure constant stirring, flipping, and scraping.
Why Wooden Spoons are Making a Comeback
There are things our grandparents knew that we are only just rediscovering. I don't know how many people who come to me at markets, looking for a wooden spoon because their grandparents had one that they used for years and they now want to find one of their own.