When life gives you lemons… make the most of them! Whether it’s adding a fresh burst of flavour to your favourite dish, brewing a comforting citrus tea, or giving your kitchen a natural refresh, citrus fruits are some of the hardest-working ingredients in the kitchen. At Chef’s Complements, we’ve got just the right tools to help you juice, zest, and squeeze every drop of goodness from your lemons, limes, oranges, and more.
Anyone who’s ever tried juicing a lemon by hand knows it’s a slippery, sticky, not entirely pleasant task. That’s where the right tools make all the difference. Our Citrus Tools collection is packed with clever gadgets designed to make working with citrus easy, efficient, and mess-free.
Here are some kitchen heroes worth checking out:
1. Handheld Juicers & Reamers
Perfect for squeezing lemons and limes directly into a bowl or glass without getting seeds everywhere.
The award-winning Dreamfarm Fluicer is available in three sizes specifically designed for Lemon, Lime, and Orange.
Gabel & Teller offer the Acacia & Marble Finish Citrus Reamer for those seeking a stylish twist on a classic tool, combining elegant design with practical function.
2. Citrus Presses
For larger jobs or when you want maximum juice with minimal effort.
The Swedish Tonic Deluxe Mexican Citrus Press is a beautifully crafted, heavy-duty tool that makes juicing fast, easy, and incredibly effective. Designed in classic “Mexican elbow” style, this press handles limes and lemons with ease, and looks great doing it.
Made from durable, rust-resistant materials, it delivers a clean press every time without any metal flaking, and it’s dishwasher safe for hassle-free clean-up.
3. Zesters & Graters
Great for collecting the aromatic oils in citrus peel. Perfect in baking, cocktails, or adding a zingy twist to savoury dishes.
The Microplane is a go-to for this job, and there are many to choose from. For unparalleled style and performance, their Black Sheep High Precision Zester can’t be topped. Made of ultra-sharp, photo-etched stainless steel, it effortlessly releases the natural aroma of your citrus with each precise cut.
4. Sprayers & Pourers
Insert straight into your lemon or lime to mist over salads or seafood.
The Citrus Sprayer Set by Westmark comes with two of these ingenious kitchen tools that let you spray juice directly from your favourite citrus fruits.
For Your Health
Citrus fruits are naturally rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. A squeeze of lemon in warm water is a popular morning ritual that many people swear by to kick-start digestion and hydrate the body. Citrus teas — especially with lemon, orange peel, or even a slice of grapefruit — can also help soothe a sore throat or calm your system during cold season.
For Cleaning
Lemon is a natural degreaser and deodoriser. Mix lemon juice with baking soda for a scrub that works wonders on cutting boards and benchtops. Add some zest to water and vinegar solution for a DIY cleaning spray that smells as good as it works. Even just rubbing a half lemon on your sink can help banish water stains and leave everything sparkling.
In Your Daily Routine
- Add fresh lemon juice to salad dressings or sauces for brightness and acidity.
- Freeze lemon or lime juice in ice cube trays for a quick dash of citrus when cooking.
- Use orange zest in baking to enhance flavour without overpowering sweetness.
Citrus is small but mighty, and with the right tools from Chef’s Complements, you can enjoy all the flavour, fragrance, and benefits they offer with none of the fuss. Whether you’re brewing tea, prepping meals, or cleaning up afterward, our citrus tools help you squeeze every drop of goodness from these vibrant fruits.
Explore our full Citrus Tools range here or check out our Citrus Pinterest Board and bring a little more zing to your kitchen.
