University Gifts

Ideas for Unleashing Creativity in the Kitchen

Kenwood offers many fantastic gift ideas for students, from stand mixers to other high-quality kitchen tools and attachments, making it easy to find the perfect present for any budding chef. With these gift ideas for students, you’re giving more than just a present – you’re offering a way for students to enjoy cooking, save time, and unleash their creativity in the kitchen!

If you're looking for gifts for uni students who enjoy experimenting with food, consider giving them kitchen appliances that will spark their culinary creativity. A stand mixer is an ideal choice for any student looking to elevate their cooking game. With the ability to mix, knead, and whip ingredients in a fraction of the time, it’s a must-have for making everything from fresh bread to cakes and sauces.

Another great present for students is a multi-functional blender. Perfect for smoothies, soups, and even dips, it offers versatility in preparing healthy meals. When it comes to kitchen essentials, a gift item for students like a high-quality kettle and toaster can make breakfast and snacks much more enjoyable. A stylish kettle will allow them to enjoy their favourite hot beverages, while a reliable toaster is perfect for quick meals, whether it’s for toasting bread, bagels, or creating a sandwich with ease. Both items save time and add a touch of comfort to any student kitchen.

Tips to Make the Most of a Small Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of every home-a place to cook, eat and socialise. And while not all of us are blessed with a spacious, Pinterest-worthy kitchen, even the smallest of kitchens can be somewhere for you to create and entertain if you make sure every centimetre of space is being used to its full potential. We’ve got some easy ways you can maximise available storage in your kitchen so you have the space to prepare and enjoy good food with family and friends. So keep reading for some smart small space hacks and design solutions to ensure your small kitchen is big on style and practicality, without having to start knocking any walls down.

Mini choppers & food processors: how do they compare?

When it comes to speeding up food prep tasks, mini choppers and food processors both come in very handy, helping you to spend less time chopping and more time creating. But while they will both help you prep like a pro, when it comes to their size and functionality, there are key differences. In this short guide we’ll explain what each of them can do, so you can decide which one is the right tool for you.

Smart ways to save money when you cook

With energy costs and food shopping bills continuing to rise, we’re all looking for tips to save money when cooking at home. To buffer the increasing cost of living, we’ve put together some smart ways to cook more economically and feed your family on a budget. Whether that's by making food go further or planning meals ahead, we’ll help you eat well for less.

6 budget meal ideas

Eating well can feel like a challenge when you’re having to watch what you spend, but tasty, nourishing food doesn’t need to break the bank. Here’s a range of budget-friendly meals that are healthy, flavour-packed and filling, proving that low-cost food can still deliver when it comes to taste. With the help of your Kenwood products, many of them can be made in bulk so you can freeze portions for another day, or adapted to include ingredients you already have in your cupboard. They can also be served in a variety of ways, to help keep things interesting.

How big of a problem is food waste?

Food waste is a huge global issue, with implications for both the environment and poverty levels. The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation estimates that around 1.3 billion tonnes of food are wasted around the world each year, while WRAP reports that in the UK alone households throw away 6.5 million tonnes of food and drink each year, 4.5 million tonnes of which is perfectly edible. Wasting food is a huge contributor to climate change, accounting for more greenhouse gas emissions globally than all of the commercial flights we take each year. This is because when we waste food, we also waste the valuable resources that have gone into producing it. And while total food waste in the UK is steadily falling year on year, it’s clear that much more needs to be done to address the issue.

How to be more sustainable at home

From cutting down on what you throw away to shopping more mindfully, here are some easy, everyday ways to be greener at home and kinder to the planet.

Tips to Make the Most of a Small Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of every home-a place to cook, eat and socialise. And while not all of us are blessed with a spacious, Pinterest-worthy kitchen, even the smallest of kitchens can be somewhere for you to create and entertain if you make sure every centimetre of space is being used to its full potential. We’ve got some easy ways you can maximise available storage in your kitchen so you have the space to prepare and enjoy good food with family and friends. So keep reading for some smart small space hacks and design solutions to ensure your small kitchen is big on style and practicality, without having to start knocking any walls down.

Mini choppers & food processors: how do they compare?

When it comes to speeding up food prep tasks, mini choppers and food processors both come in very handy, helping you to spend less time chopping and more time creating. But while they will both help you prep like a pro, when it comes to their size and functionality, there are key differences. In this short guide we’ll explain what each of them can do, so you can decide which one is the right tool for you.

Smart ways to save money when you cook

With energy costs and food shopping bills continuing to rise, we’re all looking for tips to save money when cooking at home. To buffer the increasing cost of living, we’ve put together some smart ways to cook more economically and feed your family on a budget. Whether that's by making food go further or planning meals ahead, we’ll help you eat well for less.

6 budget meal ideas

Eating well can feel like a challenge when you’re having to watch what you spend, but tasty, nourishing food doesn’t need to break the bank. Here’s a range of budget-friendly meals that are healthy, flavour-packed and filling, proving that low-cost food can still deliver when it comes to taste. With the help of your Kenwood products, many of them can be made in bulk so you can freeze portions for another day, or adapted to include ingredients you already have in your cupboard. They can also be served in a variety of ways, to help keep things interesting.

How big of a problem is food waste?

Food waste is a huge global issue, with implications for both the environment and poverty levels. The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation estimates that around 1.3 billion tonnes of food are wasted around the world each year, while WRAP reports that in the UK alone households throw away 6.5 million tonnes of food and drink each year, 4.5 million tonnes of which is perfectly edible. Wasting food is a huge contributor to climate change, accounting for more greenhouse gas emissions globally than all of the commercial flights we take each year. This is because when we waste food, we also waste the valuable resources that have gone into producing it. And while total food waste in the UK is steadily falling year on year, it’s clear that much more needs to be done to address the issue.

How to be more sustainable at home

From cutting down on what you throw away to shopping more mindfully, here are some easy, everyday ways to be greener at home and kinder to the planet.

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Ideas for Unleashing Creativity in the Kitchen