Kitchen Essentials and Tips for Your First Apartment

Moving into your first apartment in college can be an exciting yet challenging time. We at EDRAJ came up with the perfect list of Kitchen Essentials and Tips for Your First Apartment. This guide is sure to help you gather and learn everything you need to live at your first apartment. Get ready, because you might have to do a little shopping and preparation!

Essential Kitchen Supplies for Your First Apartment

The first section in our Kitchen Essentials and Tips for Your First Apartment covers a list of must-have supplies everyone needs. The kitchen is probably the area that requires the most items that can easily be overlooked by new student apartment owners. So, save yourself the trouble and include the following supplies in your moving essentials:

Frying Pan, Pots, and Baking Sheet

You’ll need something to cook your food in or you’ll be eating out for the first few days. One or two pans and pots will due if you’re also learning how to cook.

• Baking sheet
• Casserole Dish
• Large Frying Pan
• Large Baking Sheet
• Large Stock Pot
• Small Frying Pan
• Straight-sided Saucepan

Plates, Cups, Bowls, and Eating Utensils

Don’t forget to have at least a bowl, spoon, knife, and fork before you move in. You can slowly buy new dishes once you start settling into your new home. Try sticking to washable dishes because it will help you save plenty of cash in the long run.

Remember to take cups and mugs for your drinks. If you’re a coffee lover, you won’t want to forget your coffee mug at your parent’s place!

Blender, Microwave, and/or Toaster

These three appliances can help make your time in the kitchen run smoother. They don’t have to be fancy as long as they get the job done for you. Most apartments include a microwave, so make sure to check if the one you’re moving into does too.

Storage Containers and Plastic Bags

You can’t forget about your leftovers! Plastic bags and containers are useful for meal prepping, keeping your food fresh and safe for a few days. Make sure to have different sized containers for large and small portions of food.

Food

Most apartments already include a refrigerator you’ll need to fill up. Make sure to buy your favorite dairy, grains, fruits, vegetables, water, and meats. After all, it is your new apartment we’re talking about. Make sure you buy a small amount of food for the first few days in case you haven’t lived by yourself before. This will help give you an idea on how much and what types of food you should buy during your next trip to the supermarket.

Condiments

We can all agree that bland meals are pretty boring. The following condiments and spices can help add plenty of flavor to your meals:

• Chili Powder/Sauce
• Cinnamon
• Garlic Powder
• Ginger
• Pepper
• Salt
• Thyme
• Turmeric

Napkins and Cloths

You can’t have a meal without a napkin. Prevent greasy fingers and throw in extra napkins on your shopping list. Feel free to buy a napkin holder or just place them in the middle of your table if your fine with it.

Cloths are useful for cleaning your new countertops, table, and messes around the kitchen in your first apartment. Make sure you keep some extra cloths around in case of a spill or giant mess.

    Dishwashing Soap and Sponge

         You wouldn’t want your dishes to stay dirty! Dish soap and sponges are very easy to forget  when you’re                                        moving into your first apartment.

        Tip: You can soak the sponge in water, add a dash of soap, and put it in your microwave for   about 15  seconds to get rid           of bad smells.

   Comfortable Couch and Coffee Table

       Some student apartments offer couches and coffee tables to make things a bit easier when  you move in. If that’s not your case, you can use Facebook, Craigslist, and other second  hand  options to get furniture for your first apartment at a fairly low price. Just make sure  the  items are in good conditions because you’ll want to get the most for your buck.

Plants

Adding some houseplants to your first apartment can drastically help improve the oxygen levels in your living space. Plants also reduce the amount of Carbon Dioxide in the air, which can help improve your health in most cases.

Staying Organized

Keeping your apartment clean and organized can help you save time on cleaning days and relieve some stress. We all know college can get difficult, so save yourself the stress and do your best to keep your living space organized.

Remember to Have Fun

Having fun is a big part of the college experience. Just remember to keep on doing as you please and what you love after moving into your first apartment. Change up the setup once in a while and have some friends over to keep things fresh during your college years.