Epicurious has a neat little feature called ‘Your First Kitchen.’ I wish I had this guide to refer to when I was shopping for kitchen equipment and tools when I moved into my apartment last year. The guide lists the web site’s recommendations for prepware, cookware, bakeware, and tools. While I think they’ve hit the mark on some must haves in the kitchen, most of the items are expensive and a few are unnecessary for a first kitchen.

Many brand name items are listed, along with prices, and the pros and cons of each item. I added the prices of all the recommended items and the total came out to $993.00, not including tax.

Click here for the guide

~ Kin