Small Essentials

Digital thermometer An essential piece of equipment for checking the temperature of custards and also for tempering chocolate.

Fine grater This is a fine sharp grater, used for grating the zest of citrus fruits, spices like nutmeg and fresh spices like ginger.

Jug Essential throughout the book, especially when glazing entremets and petits gâteaux.

Chopping board A durable board made from either wood or plastic. There are also chopping boards available made of glass, steel or marble, but these tend to damage and blunt knives due to their hardness. It is advisable to place a small damp cloth underneath your chopping board to prevent it from slipping.