Classic Wooden Kitchens for Young Chefs-To-Be

Cooking has always been a hidden passion of mine. I say hidden because not every one of my recipes has been accepted with zest and enthusiasm, but hey – I try. Wink!

This hobby of mine started with imaginary meals for both imaginary and real friends and family, and I believe that is where most kids come into their desire to cook and create stunning dishes.

For this reason, I have carefully, expertly picked 3 of the best wooden kitchens for kids. However, not only are these constructed from tried-and-true wood, they are also classics; something that you may have been familiar with when you were growing up.

The 3 best kitchens, in my humble opinion, are:

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Melissa and Doug Cook’s Corner Wooden Kitchen

This corner-side, classic kitchen is ideal for teaching your young chef how to prepare the best imaginary dishes. It is equipped with the usual amenities of a working kitchen, such as a stovetop, miniature oven, and kitchen sink.

But there are also extras, such as the nifty cutting board, timer alarm for when meals are prepared, and hide-away shelves. There is also a serving area where guests – both real and imagined – can pick up their food.

One of the greatest facts about this awesome kitchen is that it can fit anywhere in your home.

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KidKraft Vintage Kitchen (White)

I think I may love this kitchen so much because it has vintage in the name – and because it reminds me of something I would see in an episode of I Love Lucy. Awesome!

While this particular kitchen set features a mixture of white and chrome amenities, there are actually varying colors for your youngster to choose from. Each kitchen comes equipped with the usual appliances, such as a faux fridge, freezer, stovetop, and oven – but there are added benefits, such as the microwave, serving shelf, under-the-sink cupboard, and real turning knobs.

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KidKraft Deluxe Let’s Cook Wooden Kitchen

This kitchen is slightly more elaborate than the previous entries, as it has enough space for multiple kiddos to do their imaginary cooking at the same time.

The name proudly states the obvious – LET’S COOK! And this kitchen is positively PACKED with amenities to make it stand out.

The colors are bold and primary with complementing reds, yellow, and blues over a white base. Plus, a scenic background with a window provides a realistic backdrop behind the sink.

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Classic Toy Kitchens - For Aspiring Chefs

Does your little boy create odd concoctions with odd foods in a Dixie cup and your kitchen's microwave? Has your daughter started clipping recipes from your home magazines to save for when she's a famous chef? If Gordon Ramsey has become your son's new idol, or your daughter cheers on contestants on the television series "Iron Chef," (lol) - it might be time to consider some toy wooden kitchens as the next gift from Santa this Christmas.

Below you'll find 3 2012 toy kitchen models designed with the look and feel of classics from your childhood:

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KidKraft Vintage Kitchens @ Amazon

KidKraft Vintage Kitchen

With a 1970's design, this vintage kitchen set is sparkling with faux stainless steel set in an array of classic colors (pink, white, or blue). Complete with a fridge, freezer, oven, and cabinets that open, this kitchen is also equipped with a sink, pots, pans, and a few food accessories. Not to mention a microwave with spinning plate! The removable sink can be half-filled with water to wash those playtime after-dinner dishes, while a cordless phone is perfect for alerting party guests of dinner plans.

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Big & Bright Kitchen @ Amazon

KidKraft Deluxe Big & Bright Kitchen

This is one kitchen that would make any hipster parent proud! Bedazzled in bold prints and off-the-wall vibrant colors, this set comes with all the essentials of a functioning kitchen. At an expanse of nearly 4 feet when assembled, several children can cook and bustle around all at once. Plus, see-through windows let little chefs watch the progress of their meals.

 


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Deluxe Let's Cook Kitchen @ Amazon

KidKraft Deluxe Let's Cook Kitchen

This kitchen looks like one big colorful art project! With enticing colors that get kids imaginations rolling, this set is loaded with food and kitchen accessories to get your chef-to-be started. A cordless phone makes for quick dinner party calls, while a dry-erase list board makes remembering groceries a cinch.