Not for the faint of heart! |
Which brings me to my point. Yamin has a terribly tiny kitchen, totally unsuitable for any type of family gathering. Either she is in the kitchen by herself cut off from the family, or we are all in there creating confusion. Is there a way to have the best of both worlds?
Ah, the good old days... |
But as with bathrooms, over time the kitchens transformed into tiny, cramped spaces near the rear, "throw-your-garbage-out-here" end of the house. Some blame the abundance of McDonald's and Burger Kings. Some blame the advances in "TV Dinners." Still others blame George Bush. Whatever the reason, kitchens were no longer the center of activity, the family structure began to break down, and the end of civilized society loomed ever near.
Come on, you know your parents owned these. |
1) Public vs. Work Areas: Don't mix the two if you can help it. You may want to talk to your dinner guests while the food is being prepared, but you don't necessarily want them in your colander (so to speak.) Careful space planning and arrangement of cabinets, seating, and surfaces can allow for interaction without interference.
2) Respect The Triangle: Draw a triangle between the stove, sink, and refrigerator. For best results, each leg should be between 4 and 9 feet long, and the total length of all three legs should be between 13 and 26 feet. Science, ergonomics, and Martha Stewart all agree that this will make for a work area that is not too cramped and not too spread out.
You'll never want to eat at In 'N Out again... |
Of course, there are innumerable modern-day kitchen appliances and gadgets that can make your kitchen fun, exciting, and productive. Have fun shopping! But keep in mind the basic principles discussed above, and you'll be well on your way to a great culinary experience. Without resorting to the Doberman. Have a great week!