Julia Child: Equipment For The Kitchen

Anyone who has watched the recent movie Julie and Julia will know that there is some really great kitchen equipment there. From Julia Childs mortar and pestle to le creuset which she used to make her famous beef bourguignon dish, everything was of top quality. Since the movie came out, Julia Child equipment has become quite popular and casserole dishes are being bought around the country!

Its important to have the right kitchen equipment if you really want to cook well. The best chefs can make do with anything, perhaps, but even then, the quality of their food will reflect on the tools they have.

What kind of Julia Child equipment do you need? Lets take a look:

Knives: A good set of knives is possibly the most important equipment to have. You want knives that will hold and edge for a long time and which are strong enough to chop for years without chipping. These knives cost a fair penny, but they beat constantly buying new ones.

Le Creuset: This beautiful casserole dish was featured in the movie as being used by both women. The dish is lovely and comes in a range of colors, in case you dont like orange. It moves easily from stovetop to the oven and can be used for most any dish.

Mortar and Pestle: One of the highlights of the movie was Julia Childs mortar and pestle being gifted to her by her husband. You might not think this is a necessity in the kitchen, but it really does make life much easier!

Pots: Julia Child had great pots and pans, which everyone who is planning to cook should consider. Its best to look for those that have stainless steel with a copper core for even heating.

There are many pieces of Julia Child equipment that you would love for your kitchen. Remember, a cook is only as good as his or her tools.