All good mornings have one thing in common - a steaming hot mug of tea and a delicious buttery toast. Naturally then, when the kettle takes too long to boil or the toaster burns the bread again, the start to the day can feel deflationary.
It’s time to turn those morning blues around with a high quality and aesthetically-appealing kettle and toaster set.
Kettles
When shopping around for a kettle, consider three factors: size, speed and noise. Ensure the kettle has enough capacity for the amount of water you want to boil - most kettles can hold 1.5 to 1.7L of water that translates to six to seven cups of tea.
Secondly, no one wants to wait an eternity for a cuppa, so make sure the kettle can boil up the water in a speedy fashion. Lastly: noise, an often forgotten factor but boy is it annoying when the kettle shrieks the house down every time it’s switched on.
Toasters
For such a simple kitchen appliance, it’s can be surprisingly difficult to perfect the toast-making process - we can often only dream of an even, golden colour each and every time. That’s why you need a machine with adjustable settings. Also based on how much toast you’ll be making (no judgement here), do you need a two or four slice slot? If you like toasting bagels and thick bread, some machines have variable width slots so you don’t have to aggressively squish your carb of choice in an attempt to get it to fit.
Other than for their pure function, a toaster and kettle set can actually be an attractive addition to your kitchen countertops and will reduce the appearance of clutter if you opt for appliances with the same finish and colour. This will also enhance the decor or theme of your kitchen.
So, ditch the limescale-coated kettle and crumb-spilling toaster and invest in a new set that will spruce up your kitchen and optimise your morning routine.
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KitchenAid Artisan Breakfast Set (2-slot toaster)
Over the years, this iconic kitchenware brand has come to offer us far more than just its famed countertop mixers. You can now get your hands on the Artisan Breakfast Set featuring a 1.5L kettle and a two-slice toaster. Available in nine different colours - everything from the famous empire red to the newly released ink blue - this set will bring the wow factor to your kitchen.
The toaster comes with seven shade settings, an LED countdown timer and a bagel function. The auto sensor is particularly impressive as it keeps your toast warm once it’s browned.
The sleek kettle features adjustable temperature settings from 50 to 100 degrees, which can be monitored by the temperature gauge. We love the smooth, rounded design that is unlike any other kettle on the market.
Buy now £326.40, KitchenAid
Smeg Kettle and 4 Slice Toaster
Give your kitchen a retro recharge with Smeg’s 1.7L kettle and four slice toaster set available in gorgeous pastel colours such as blue, green and pink. This 50s-inspired set is extremely high quality and features a gloss finish, silver decoration and the iconic logo raised in 3D.
The kettle is the perfect size for larger households and the removable limescale filter ensures it will give that fresh-out-the-box feeling for longer - justifying the slightly higher price tag. The toaster has browning levels and can easily fit different-sized breads and bagels, making it perfect for elevating those WFH lunches. As someone who gets overly irritated by bread crumbs from the toaster, the removable steel crumb tray is a stellar feature and will go a long way in helping keep those surfaces spotless.
Shop Smeg toaster (£200).
Buy now £150.00, QVC
De’Longhi Kettle and Four Slice Toaster
Bring a touch of Italian elegance to your kitchen with De’Longhi’s kettle and toaster set that comes in a gorgeous blue or vibrant mustard. The kettle has a 1.7L capacity and is cordless, which comes in handy if your sockets are far away from where you would like to place your kettle. It has a 360 degree swivel base and a water level indicator.
De’Longhi’s toaster is equally as impressive and has a real metropolitan chic feel to it. The four-slice appliance has six browning levels that are clearly laid out as well as a reheat and defrost setting. The extra lift is a great add-on and makes it easier to remove small slices of bread without burning your fingers in the process.
Shop De’Longhi toaster (£74.99).
Buy now £74.99, De’Longhi
Cuisinart Traditional Kettle and 4 Slice Toaster
If you’re after something clean, classic and simple but with a touch of colour, look no further than Cuisinart’s Style Collection featuring a range of stainless steel kettles and toasters with just a hint of pastel colouring.
Anyone who has lifted a heavy kettle will know the importance of a sturdy handle and this one does not disappoint with its good grip. The wide water window on either side is a great feature and makes it stand out from the crowd of standard kettles. Plus, it’s cordless.
The pistachio-hued four slice toaster is the perfect partner to the sleek kettle and has extra deep slots that can accommodate thicker breads as well as ensuring an even coverage of toasting - because there’s nothing worse than your breakfast being just half so. The reheat function allows you to warm toast without over-browning and the defrost option will forever be useful.
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Buy now £90.00, Cuisinart
MorphyRichards Signature Kettle and Toaster Set
Kitchen appliances are given a chic and sophisticated twist with this kettle and toaster set from MorphyRichards. The matt black, gold and copper colours are all equally as aesthetically pleasing and the technical capabilities don’t disappoint. The kettle has a slightly smaller 1.5L capacity but does have a 3KW rapid boil element - so you can have your brew ready in minutes. There’s minimal splash when pouring thanks to the carefully-designed spout, which is perfect if you’re cooking with children.
The toaster has an impressive seven browning settings so you can enjoy your bread exactly as you like it. The wide slots means you save precious countertop space, as despite that it fits four slices, it is far less bulky than other models. You can also easily toast pita bread and baguettes.
Buy now £189.98, MorphyRichards
Russell Hobbs Emma Bridgewater Cordless Electric Kettle with 4 Slice Toaster in Polka Dot Design
Spark joy in your kitchen with Emma Bridgewater’s beloved and now iconic polka dot design set on Russell Hobbs appliances. The cordless kettle is great for placing anywhere in the kitchen as you’re not limited by available sockets. The design is perfect for those short on space as it’s relatively narrow but tall. With a capacity of 1L, we would recommend this for smaller families or couples.
With four wide slice slots, the polka dot toaster can easily fit a variety of breads of all shapes and sizes, and with six settings your perfect toast is only a touch of a button away. The high-lift function is also great for smaller pieces of bread.
Buy now £128.99, Amazon
Zwilling Kettle and 2 Slot Toaster Set Silver
As much as we all love aesthetically-pleasing and colourful kitchen appliances, function is always more important. We need things that will actually do the job, and do it well. Enter Zwilling’s kettle and toaster set in silver - a simple and minimalist design but with a host of great features.
We are particularly impressed by the kettle that’s double-walled in order to keep water hot for longer, whilst keeping the outer wall cool to touch. The 70-degree lid prevents contact with hot water vapour and the 1.5L container has a useful integrated limescale filter ensuring better taste in every cuppa.
The toaster boasts seven browning controls and three programmes that automatically adjusts to the bread in question. It will leave you staring at your perfectly toasted bread in disbelief every time. This also means the device will know to operate for a shortened period of time if it’s not quite done when it pops out the first time. We love the soft-lift function that doesn’t send the content flying across the kitchen.
Both appliances have non-slip feet so they will stay firmly in position on your kitchen countertop. The toaster is better for single users as it only has two slots.
Buy now £179.90, Zwilling
Swan Nordic Kettle And Toaster Set - Grey
We all love a good bargain and it doesn’t get better than this kettle, toaster and canister set in a sleek and elegant matt grey finish.
The 1.7L kettle is accompanied by a two slice toaster and three canisters for tea, coffee and sugar. The jars are the perfect addition to the set, especially if you’re keen on ensuring your utensils follow the kitchen decor.
The appliances have a decent length cord at just under one metre, giving you great flexibility in their positioning. The rapid boil setting on the kettle is a great feature if you’re in a rush for your morning brew or boiling water to cook pasta. A two year warranty is valid on both appliances.
Buy now £109.00, AO
Kenwood Elegancy Earl Grey Kettle and 4 Slot Toaster
Coming in at just under £80, this set is great value for money whilst not compromising on quality or elegance. The eye-catching fluted detailing brings a contemporary feel and will add a touch of class to any kitchen. The various colours including mulberry purple and sage green are subtle and sophisticated, adding just the right amount of colour.
The kettle has a 1.7L capacity, and is powerful and quick boiling at 3KW. There’s also a removable mesh filter to reduce limescale build up. The toaster boasts all the features that you would expect - adjustable browning controls, a defrost function and a removable crumb tray for easy cleaning.
Shop Kenwood toaster (£39.99).
Buy now £39.99, Kenwood
