Modern cooking utensils are substantially made, smoothly finished and without grooves or joinings; and are free from deleterious substances. The materials from which cooking utensils are made are iron and steel (plain or enameled or tinned), copper, aluminum, nickel, silver, tin, clay, as in stoneware, earthenware, etc. The number of really labor saving mechanical appliances that have been invented for the kitchen is few. Food choppers and bread mixers are helpful. As yet no practical dishwasher for a small establishment has been invented. There are some dishwashers that are very good in large establishments, where there is an abundant supply of hot water.

A cook is only as good as his or her tools. That is why there are some cooking tools that a well-stocked kitchen must have. These accessories save time, offer a functional purpose, and will be at the heart of well-prepared meals and snacks. The heat resistant spatula is superb for stir-frying. It has the ability to move scoops of food around the pan without damaging the pan, and without melting! give your arms a break and invest in a stand-up mixer, preferably one with a paddle, whip and dough hook. And treat yourself to an added bonus by getting an extra mixing bowl. Other important kitchen tools include small food processor, cushioned baking pans, pizza stone and paddle, pasta server, lasagna server, can opener, cutting boards, spoon rests, grater, measuring spoons, canister sets, plastic tongs, etc.