Are you new and setting up home, or just in need of an update? Here we look at some key household items and kitchenware in Singapore, so you don’t waste your money. Think essentials like pots and frying pans, baking trays, kitchen accessories, knife sets and more! Plus, we check out some great quality brands like Tefal and Carote, all available online on shopee.sg, that you might want to consider.
Time for a kitchenware upgrade
I returned from a blissful holiday with the family in Europe last week. My relaxation vibes evaporated instantly as I was welcomed home by a hair-raising cockroach plague! With my husband off immediately on work travel and my lovely helper still on home leave – dealing with the post pest control clean-up was my job. As I don’t usually do the cooking (bless my helper), It wasn’t until I pulled out the kitchenware from the cupboards that I realised how old and crappy it had become. I received most of it for my wedding almost 20 years ago!
Time to upgrade my pots, frying pans, baking trays, kitchen accessories and knife sets. Worried about the cost of replacing with quality products, I quickly jumped online. I was super surprised how affordable it is to buy new kitchenware sets. And next-day delivery meant that I was safe to just bin the old, infested stuff. Why didn’t I do this earlier?!
How to save
There are heaps of affordable goodies on shopee.sg and these vouchers will help save you even more money! If you are an existing user with Shopee, save $$ by applying the voucher code SHPxEL30 If you’re new to Shopee, get $15 off (no minimum spend) with the code EXPATSLIVING15OFF at checkout!
Note: Valid until the end of September. Vouchers not applicable for Miscellaneous, Dining, Travel and Services, and ShopeePay Near Me. Excludes S1/S2 Baby Milk
Four key kitchenware essentials for home
# 1 Frying pans and saucepans
Tefal is a fab French brand known for having the first non-stick frying pan on the market. The founder was sick of eggs sticking to the bottom of the pan, so he put on his inventor’s cap, and voilà! I ended up going for a versatile eight-piece set including various sizes of frying pans, saucepans and skillets with lids. The red thermos-spot is handy to help you know that the pan has reached the ideal temperature for cooking.
Carote is another good quality choice. What I like about this brand is that it’s made of solid granite in both a classic grey and chic beige colour. Suitable for all stove types including induction, it also features removable handles making it easy to braise meat and then pop in the oven.
#2 Baking trays
Baking cupcakes and cookies is one of my kids’ favourite activities, and is a guaranteed way to drag them off screens! I find it’s also a relaxing way for us to spend time together. There are some good baking trays here.
#3 Kitchen accessories
Need to stock up on your kitchen accessories? These glass food containers are BPA free, microwavable, and can double as a lunch box. Next, get your fridge, freezer and cupboards sorted with some handy organiser drawers. The stackable and pullout design means they can be used in endless ways and situations.
Another essential kitchenware item, the NEOFLAM antimicrobial cutting board is good for keeping things sanitary in our tropical climate. And if you’re short on cupboard space, or looking to maximise your bomb shelter storage capacity, this foldable kitchen storage rack is ideal. It comes a range of sizes and colours and has lockable wheels. It’s the perfect place to store those frying pans, baking trays and kitchenware.
#4 Knife sets
Gordon Ramsay once said, “A chef is only as good as their knives.” I tend to agree. I’ve tried the cheaper knife sets and found that they blunt quickly and snap off at the ends. If you’re looking to up your culinary game and slice with precision, here are a few good quality knife sets to consider.
Guaranteed next-day delivery
If you’re anything like me, once I press go on a purchase, I want it stat! And sometimes you really do need it urgently (in my case, yesterday). With Shopee, if you checkout before 2pm you’ll receive your items the next day. And, you can apply the free next-day delivery voucher to enjoy next-day free delivery.
15-day free returns
We’re all human. Sometimes you buy the wrong thing or change your mind. Or your package arrives on your doorstep and you realise it’s not exactly what you thought it was going to be. I’ve been there – I once ordered a vegetable steamer that was four times the size I thought it was and completely impractical. It now lurks at the bottom of my cupboard, never to see the light of day. At Shopee you’re not stuck with a late-night online shopping mistake. You can return your item within 15 days for free and receive a full refund, no questions asked (terms and conditions apply).
My kitchen is feeling so nice, fresh and organised now post upgrade. I’ve got free time now to focus on less domestic things in life!
Get Shopping with these voucher
Existing user with Shopee, save $$ by applying the voucher code SHPxEL30 and new to Shopee, get $15 off (no minimum spend) with the code EXPATSLIVING15OFF at checkout! Valid until the end of September. Vouchers not applicable for Miscellaneous, Dining, Travel and Services, and ShopeePay Near Me. Excludes S1/S2 Baby Milk
