In Spanish-speaking countries, eating is more than just satisfying hunger. Food is a time to enjoy with family and friends, and sometimes it becomes a ceremony. Not surprisingly, in Latin America, all the big celebrations take place around a table or a special meal is prepared to celebrate it.

The kitchen (la cocina) is the room of a home where people prepare food and cooking. Whether you’re already cooking or prefer to help someone else to cook, it’s important to know the Spanish names of the cooking tools you can find in your travel to Bolivia, Ecuador or Peru. Take note of the words we have selected at LatinoSchools to help you to identify the main cooking utensils and practice Spanish vocabulary while preparing your meal.