A kitchenette is defined more by its appliances and features than by overall size. Typical characteristics include smaller appliances, a half-stove or cooktop, no oven, a small refrigerator, minimal counter space, and limited storage. Kitchenettes often include essentials like a microwave, sink, hot plate, and one or two cabinets or shelves. Cooking is possible in a kitchenette, though preparations may be best suited for a single cook and reliance on compact appliances such as electric kettles, food steamers, toasters, and multi-cookers enhances functionality. Good counter space and abundant outlets improve usability.
"While kitchens feature countertops, shelves, and full-size appliances like a stove and refrigerator, kitchenettes mostly include a few small essentials," Melcher says.
"A kitchenette may have a microwave, sink, hot plate, and a small fridge," Melcher says. "They often feature some storage, such as one or two cabinets or shelves. Many people who live in homes with a kitchenette also invest in appliances like a food steamer, electric kettle, toaster, and Instant Pot for food prep and cooking."
You can certainly cook in a kitchenette. You may not have all the big, grand appliances and counter space that would come in a fully decked-out kitchen, but you have everything you need to create a hearty meal - so long as you're the only cook in the kitchen!
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