When you are busy giving your home a facelift, you also need to keep in mind the kitchen. Apart from having the modern kitchen setup, update your kitchen accessories too.

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With kitchen gadgets becoming trendier by the day, it’s time to score some cool accessories. After Hrs finds some interesting gadgets for you...

Go bananasIf you are tired of storing your bananas in a basket and see it bruised the next day, here’s your pick — the banana stand! You can keep your bananas fresher for a long period of time by using this holder. The hanger suspends your bananas, keeping them from bruising. The stand is available in an array of designs and colours for you to choose from.

Cook over TVIf you find cooker hoods to be the most boring gadgets, think again. Technology has improved so much so that you have cooker hoods with built in television sets today! Without taking space away from the room for the television, these cooker hoods allow you to install a telly. Bake smartWho wouldn’t want cookies, muffins and other delectables in shape of a cartoon character or flowers? Several companies, and our very own chef Sanjeev Kapoor, have introduced silicon bakeware sets where you can pick from a range of moulds that interest you. You get moulds in the shape of a fish, flower, a star or even a heart. You also have some in the shape of cartoons, that is sure to interest your kids.Stamping breadsWant to add the ‘quirky’ element to your toast? Then pick these toast stamps that are available in varied shapes. If you’re feeling holy, get a toast stamp of Mother Mary or if you are feeling lovey-dovey, get an ‘I love you’ stamp on your toast. These stamps are available at an affordable price range too.

Feeling corny?Tired of peeling corn by hand? Get a corn peeler that removes the corn kernels from the cob in a simple motion. Available in two different types — you can either pick the blade ones or the other hand blade stripper — they make your job easier. Knife guardMove aside those boring jars to place your knife. The stands are available in an array of colours and are quite safe to use as well. Read aloud!Want to try those recipes given by your mother and grand mom? Get a touch screen recipe reader that stores up to 200 to 300 recipes, and try them all. At one touch, you have all those recipes in place.Full on steamBamboo momo steamers are new in the retail market and are easily available. After the momos are done, you can put them in the bamboo containers that will prevent them from getting dry.

Toss ’em upAutomatic salad makers are the gadget in the market. It will wash, peel, de-seed, chop, toss, and dress a wide variety of salads. The makers usually come with five to seven different blades, along with a protective finger guard that makes it easier for you to clean.