Fruit Tools to Simplify Everything from Healthy Snacks to Creative Cocktails
Most of us are trying to increase the fresh fruits and vegetables in our diet, and having the right kitchen tools on hand can help speed up some of the prep work that often acts as a barrier to a healthier diet. When it comes to tasty, good-for-you snacks, it's hard to beat a perfectly ripe piece of fresh fruit, but some of the most delicious options--mangos and pineapples for example--can be frustratingly difficult to prepare. Fortunately, Williams Sonoma has a large collection of fruit tools that will drastically shorten the time it takes to get your favourite berries, melons, citrus fruits and more ready to serve. Of course, if fresh-squeezed fruit juice is readily available, you may also find that your cocktail game improves along with your consumption of fresh fruit. The only downside to adding these handy tools to your kitchen arsenal will be the speed at which your family empties your fruit bowl!
Citrus Tools
When it comes to fruit tools, those designed for citrus include fairly standard food prep tools that can be found in most kitchens. This category includes things like juicers and zesters that are essential for making marinades, salad dressings and more. In addition to a variety of juicers, grapefruit knives and microplanes, Williams Sonoma's collection of citrus tools includes several bar tools that are designed to make the perfect twist or other citrus garnish for your specialty drinks. Read on for more about just two of the citrus tools available at Williams Sonoma.
- Open Kitchen by Williams Sonoma Dual Lemon Lime Citrus Press - Part of the Open Kitchen collection that was designed exclusively for Williams Sonoma, this sturdy press makes it easy to extract every drop of juice from a halved lime or lemon while leaving the pulp and seeds behind. Made of durable aluminum, this dishwasher-safe press has a nonreactive, powder-coat finish that ensures juices won't absorb unwanted flavours.
- Bartenders Knife and Zester Set - The perfect gift for any aspiring mixologist, this sophisticated set includes two multitasking tools that allow you to transform any cocktail into something special in a snap. The zester has rasps for adding concentrated flavour from citrus zest to your drinks as well as a channel knife for creating twists. The forked-tip knife features an integrated bottle opener and is ideal for cutting, slicing and peeling garnishes.
Specialty Kitchen Tools for Fruit
If your favourite fruit is outside of the citrus family, Williams Sonoma has you covered. Their selection of fruit tools also includes items that are perfect for cracking coconuts, coring pineapples, pitting cherries and slicing everything from strawberries to watermelons. Each of these fruit-specific tools is designed to quickly prepare your favourite fresh fruits for serving. In addition to speeding the process up, these ingenious tools allow you to create uniform slices, chunks and balls that are perfect for making show-stopping fruit salads and more. Here are just a few of the specialty fruit tools available at Williams Sonoma:
- OXO Good Grips Multi-Cherry & Olive Pitter - Whether you're making jam, baking a cobbler or just want to enjoy a bowl full of cherries, you'll no doubt find that this pitter is a game changer. It can remove the pits from six cherries at a time, and the built-in tray holds up to a pound of pits, ensuring quick and easy prep for whatever you're making.
- Chef'n Mango Tool - If you love mangoes but dread preparing them, this tool is for you. The stainless-steel scoop features a serrated edge for slicing through the skin, a curved blade that works around the pit and a beveled edge for removing the mango's tender flesh.
- Stainless-Steel Pineapple Slicer and Dicer - Transform a prickly pineapple into a mountain of juicy bite-size pieces or rings in a flash with this clever tool, which peels, cores, slices and dices pineapples in two easy steps. Dishwasher-safe and designed to maximize the amount of usable fruit, this pineapple tool will allow you to bring a taste of the tropics to every meal.