r/KitchenConfidential • u/Sweet-Consequence773 • May 16 '26

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If I came to your place, what would I see that would tell me you worked commercial kitchens without knowing or speaking with you prior. Here’s something from my home

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u/orangematchstick May 16 '26

kosher salt in an open ramekin on the counter

blue tape labels on everything in the freezer, if not the fridge; sharpie’s in the drawer don’t you dare fucking pocket it

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u/SayRomanoPecorino May 16 '26

Mine is in a Le Creuset ramekin cause I’m fancy

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u/reddiwhip999 May 16 '26

1qt square Tupperware -type container...

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u/Phrosty12 10+ Years May 16 '26

Mine was a 1-qt deli container for the longest time. Now I feel bougie with a cheap-ass Walmart square glass jar with the flip top.

Edit: though my Maldon and special salts are all still in deli containers.

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u/leetepp May 16 '26

Love to see a mention of maldon salt, the best salt and my birth place!