Maximizing Your TTA Tote: What to Carry & What to Leave Out

[redsoxgirl]

I have a habit of cramming as many tools as I can in to mine and then I have trouble closing the TTA Tote.
And at shows, it looks messy and I sometimes have trouble finding something.

What do you have in yours?
Any suggestions on things to leave out or things that are a must have?

 

[raebates]

Try having just one or two of any particular grouping. One peeler. One scoop. One nylon tool. Etc.

 

[chefann]

I agree. There are a couple of sets that I toss in there (all 4 white scrapers, for example), but I try to take only the small tools that I'm using for the demo, plus a few other things. Don't try to take everything in the catalog. A couple of things that are ALWAYS in my TTA (because there's always someone at a show who wants to see them) are the Ice Cream Dipper and Garlic Press.

 

[JAE]

I only take the ice cream dipper and the garlic press if I'm using them for the demo. I always take the Mini Serving Spatula and the can opener, the Food Chopper and all the scrapers. I take the adjustable measuring spoons, Easy Adjustable Measuring Spoon, Grapefruit Knife, Kitchen Shears, Hold N Slice, and Whisk. I know I have more in there. If I need bamboo utensils, I throw those in too. If I need a SS Scoop I'll throw it in, too. I put my forged cutlery in there, tips up with protective sleeves, of course.

 

[Staci]

Hello! Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience with the TTA Tote. I completely understand the struggle of trying to fit all of our favorite tools into one bag. My biggest suggestion would be to prioritize the tools that you use most frequently and leave out any duplicates or tools that you rarely use. This will help declutter your Tote and make it easier to find what you need. As for must-haves, I always recommend having a good set of knives, measuring cups and spoons, and a versatile spatula. These are essential tools for any kitchen and can easily be stored in the TTA Tote. I hope this helps and happy cooking!