4 Considerations When Creating A Kosher Kitchen

What’s the most important aspect of a kitchen? No, it’s not style (although that’s one of our favorite parts). It’s safety. So many things can go wrong in the kitchen that can severely impact your health like illness through cross-contamination or allergic reactions. No matter how careful we are when cooking, these things are always a possibility. One way to protect yourself and others is by creating a kosher kitchen space.

Keep reading to find out how Revive Design and Renovation can help you achieve a safe and stylish kosher kitchen!

What Makes a Kitchen Kosher?

For a truly kosher kitchen, every aspect must prioritize cleanliness and sanitation above all else. Think easy-to-clean countertops and storage solutions for keeping various utensils separate from one another. With so many things to consider, transforming a typical kitchen space into a kosher kitchen will likely call for a complete remodel over a simple refresh.

The nice thing about living in “today” is that there is a wealth of features that can help you craft the perfect kosher kitchen. Here are some considerations to keep in mind:

1. Separate Uses With Cookware and Dishware

Consolidating sauce pots over here and baking pans over there isn’t enough to classify as kosher practice. Specialized cabinet features and low-maintenance storage options, however, are a step up in the right direction.

The benefits of open shelving go beyond looking nice and creating space. In a kosher kitchen, open shelves are much easier to clean and they don’t harbor dust and bacteria in the back corners and crevices like normal cabinets do.

Cabinet features with specialized compartments can be used to separate dishware and cooking utensils according to what type of food goes on them. For example, cutting boards for fish, meat, and vegetables can be secluded in their own designated compartments to avoid cross-contamination.

2. Exposed Kitchen Linens

When we think about preventing cross-contamination, we sometimes forget to include the possibility of this occurring through cloth. Kitchen linens are frequently exposed to raw ingredients which can contribute to illnesses when used haphazardly. Designating certain cloth for specific uses and keeping them separate from one another is good practice in a kosher kitchen. How can a remodel help with that? In your new kosher kitchen, opt to have a cabinet with multiple shelves specifically for categorizing your kitchen linens.

3. Cross-Contamination In Appliances

Kitchen appliances are also guilty of harboring bacteria and contributing to cross-contamination. Think about all the times you had no choice but to use the same oven to roast meat one day and bake a pie the next. Now, imagine having two ovens. It’s not that uncommon for kosher kitchens to have two separate ovens with one being used for meats and the other being used for everything else.

The oven isn’t the only appliance in your kitchen. You can double up on everything, including the microwave! When designing a kosher kitchen, we highly recommend having a microwave drawer which is much easier to keep clean and prevent illness.

4. Compatible Countertop Materials

Every aspect deserves recognition in a kosher kitchen remodel, including the countertops. Some countertops are easier to clean than others which can help contribute to a kosher space. Say no to porous options like porcelain and be open to unconventional options that work better in kosher kitchens like stainless steel! If the sheen of metal isn’t on the agenda, quartz is another non-porous option for your countertop that can be designed in practically any style you want.

Start Designing Your Kosher Kitchen Today With Revive Design and Renovation!

The seasoned experts at Revive Design and Renovation know how to create a kosher kitchen with all the makings of a successful remodel. Reach out to our design team today for a consultation and to ask about our options!