Kitchen

Kitchen

A kitchen is a room or part of a room used for cooking and food preparation in a dwelling or in a commercial establishment. In the West, a modern residential kitchen is typically equipped with a stove, a sink with hot and cold running water, a refrigerator, and worktops and kitchen cabinets arranged according to a modular design. Many households have a microwave oven, a dishwasher, and other electric appliances.

History

The evolution of the kitchen is linked to the invention of the cooking range or stove and the development of water infrastructure capable of supplying running water to private homes. Until the 18th century, food was cooked over an open fire. Technical advances in heating food in the 18th and 19th centuries changed the architecture of the kitchen.

Design

The design of a kitchen is often determined by the arrangement of the kitchen cabinets, sink, stove, and refrigerator. The three most common layouts are the "one-wall" kitchen, the "L-shaped" kitchen, and the "U-shaped" kitchen.

Types of Kitchens

There are different types of kitchens, including residential kitchens, commercial kitchens, and outdoor kitchens. Each type has its own unique requirements and considerations.

Kitchen Equipment

Kitchen equipment includes a wide range of devices used for cooking, including stoves, ovens, refrigerators, and dishwashers. Other common kitchen appliances include microwave ovens, toasters, and blenders.

See Also

• Kitchen utensil
• Kitchen appliance
• Kitchen garden
• Kitchenware