Though raised in a modest farmhouse in Lyons, renowned chef Daniel Boulud is no stranger to cutting-edge kitchens… Here are some of his kitchen essentials…

Though raised in a modest farmhouse in Lyons, renowned chef Daniel Boulud is no stranger to cutting-edge kitchens. Noted for fresh interpretations of simple, seasonal cuisine steeped in his French heritage, Daniel believes cooking should be a personal expression that awakens the senses and inspires the eye and palate. His philosophy of paying homage to the simplicity of highest-quality ingredients extends to kitchen design. “Daniel” headlines Boulud’s collection of four top New York City restaurants. Here are some of his kitchen essentials:

Musts

• Plenty of work surface/counter space
• Convection ovens large enough to accommodate full-size sheet pans
• Quality marble countertops
• Well-thought-out lighting for all work and storage areas, ideally on dimmers
• A 6-burner stove with griddle and all three energy sources: wood, electric, and gas

Lusts

• Best-quality custom cabinetry
• Open gas rotisserie
• Electrical equipment in its own storage area that slides out for easy access to appliances
• Mini smoker
• Wood-burning pizza oven
• Plate warmer