5 Must-Have Features of a Gourmet Kitchen

A gourmet kitchen renovation layout often emphasizes a large floor plan where you can prepare, cook, and serve food while entertaining guests. Consider including these features to recreate a high-end restaurant experience within the comfort of your home.

1. Professional-Grade Range

A gas range is one of the staple appliances in gourmet kitchens. It relies on the delivery of direct heat to the pan during the cooking process and often comes with an oven.

2. Double Oven

Chefs need the ability to cook different dishes at different temperatures, all at the same time. According to kitchen remodelers, it is a plus to have a separate convection unit because it has fans to circulate heat, allowing food to cook more evenly.

3. Warming Drawer

A warming drawer is a feature that allows a cook to keep food warm until serving time. It protects the moisture level of your food for extended periods of time, eliminating the need to use a microwave for reheating.

4. Dishwasher Drawer

Not only are dishwasher drawers a necessary addition to gourmet kitchens, they also help reduce your consumption of water and energy. Each model can be set to run on a different cycle. This means you can clean long-stemmed wine glasses on a delicate, short cycle while your bone china or porcelain dinner plates get a heavier wash.

5. Sturdy Countertops

Since gourmet kitchens are designed for heavy use, you should select durable and high-performing materials for your kitchen remodeling project. The countertop must be able to withstand slicing, dicing and spilling. Durable material options include natural stone, concrete and stainless steel. For the baker, a marble countertop is nice for rolling out pastries and doughs.

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