The kitchenwares our test kitchen pros love, starting from under £3

A good quality wooden spoon is a must have in our kitchens. This one is beautifully crafted from smooth ash wood with a tactile ribbed handle, making it comfortable to use and stylish enough to leave on display. Lightweight yet sturdy, it’s perfect for stirring sauces, soups and stews.

These gorgeous Amalfi-inspired dinner plates bring an effortless splash of colour to the table. We love the soft sky-blue shade and the gently raised edge, which gives them a relaxed yet elegant feel. Perfect for everything from casual lunches to summer dinner parties, they instantly brighten up place settings. Even better, the collection also includes matching pasta bowls and a large serving platter, making it easy to give your kitchen crockery a stylish refresh.

Our Place has just launched a beautiful new blue shade called Forget-Me-Not, and it brings a lovely pop of colour to the kitchen. We love the thoughtful design details too, like the clever spoon that rests neatly within the handle, and the built-in steamer and strainer which we find ourselves using all the time.

We love using these beautiful glass bowls for far more than just serving up desserts. They’re perfect for getting your mise en place organised before cooking too. The gentle ribbing adds a lovely lightness to the design, and the slightly flared shape makes them just as comfortable to eat from as they are practical to prep with.

These ribbed glass oil and vinegar bottles from ProCook prove practical kitchen essentials can still look seriously stylish. Inspired by vintage apothecary jars, the textured glass and wooden stand give them an elevated feel that looks great on the counter or dining table. We especially love the clever drip-free pourers, which make dressing salads and serving oils mess-free.

For producing wafer-thin slices of everything from potato, carrot, apple and more, this is one of the sharpest and nicest mandoline slicers. We love the option of three widths to choose from. And the safety guard is a must use to avoid any nasty injuries!

OXO may be new to pots and pans, but they’ve absolutely nailed it. This frying pan set is a joy to use, with a reliable non-stick surface that makes cooking and cleaning effortless, plus ergonomic handles that feel comfortable and secure. They look sleek on the hob and, even better, nest neatly together for easy storage - ideal if you’re short on space. A brilliant everyday upgrade for any kitchen.

Perfect for serving up salads or simply displaying a bowl of beautiful fruit, this piece is as practical as it is striking. The rough, asymmetric edges give it a unique, hand-finished feel, adding character without being fussy. And the dusky blue shade? It complements our kitchen perfectly while still making a subtle statement on the table.

We love presenting our cakes and bakes on a pretty stand, and this one ticks every box. It’s beautifully simple with just the right pop of colour, and the height gives your creations that instant wow factor. The base is reassuringly sturdy too, so there’s no wobbling or toppling when you carry it to the table.

We're always using spatulas in the test kitchen and these sturdy but perfectly flexible spatulas are our favourite. We love the subtle periwinkle blue colour to add brightness to our cooking.

We’ve long loved Falcon Enamelware for its sturdy, no-nonsense baking sets, and this one is as versatile as they come. The smaller tins are ideal for individual pies or sticky toffee puddings, while the larger dishes are perfect for everything from bubbling lasagne and one-pan chicken to generous slabs of brownies and cake. And the red trim? It’s our favourite colourway — just enough of a pop to brighten up the kitchen without feeling fussy.

This beautiful oven dish not only looks beautiful, but bakes up a dream, too. It's perfect for roasting up veg and smaller dishes for two. And the best part is it's freezer, oven and dishwasher safe!

A good pair of scissors are always a must-have in any kitchen, but you need to make sure they are sharp. These are some of the sharpest we've owned and perfect for cutting everything from baking paper, packets of food, soft herbs and more. Plus, they split apart making them an absolute breeze to clean.

This clever bowl is designed to help you strip your herbs off their stalks in one quick motion! The small holes on the side act as the slot to pull your stems through so it strips it off and then you're left with herby leaves only. Perfect for rosemary, thyme and oregano.