Colander and chinois strainer

Our Colander and chinois strainer section includes the straining and draining tools of the kitchen: colanders for rinsing and draining vegetables, pasta and salads, and chinois strainers for refining sauces, stocks and broths. Suited to continuous service as well as home cooking, they belong to the Serving, mixing and straining section of our Kitchenware range.

Choosing the right colander or chinois

Colander or chinois: what is the difference?

The colander, with its large perforations, is used to quickly drain large volumes of solid foods. The chinois, with fine mesh or perforations and a conical shape, filters liquids and holds back particles to produce perfectly smooth sauces and stocks. The two tools are complementary in the kitchen.

Which mesh fineness should you choose?

For clear stocks and coulis, opt for a fine-mesh chinois or a cheesecloth-style strainer. For rinsing vegetables and draining pasta, a colander with wider perforations is enough and speeds up draining.

Which material lasts longest?

Stainless steel offers strength, neutrality in contact with acidic foods and dishwasher safety. Check the sturdiness of the handles and the presence of a foot or resting rim to stabilise the tool over the sink. Brands such as Cosy & Trendy, Lacor and Paderno cover these various uses.

To complete your station, browse the neighbouring tools in the section: Skimmer, Salad spinner and Ladle. Discover our full Colander and chinois strainer selection at AZ Boutique.