Tam Pham and Harrison Ramhofer, the dynamic duo behind Tâm Tâm, are back in their home kitchen with a renovated space that reflects their culinary expertise and love for natural wines. After two successful years in the restaurant business, garnering acclaim and recognition, including a spot on Bon Appétit's Best New Restaurants of 2024, they've transformed their home kitchen into a haven for cooking and drinking.
But here's where it gets interesting: they approached their kitchen redesign with a unique blend of professional insight and personal comfort. Together, they selected an app-connected smart oven that doubles as an air fryer, a genius move that transforms day-old banh mi sandwiches into crispy delights in just five minutes.
And this is the part most people miss: the couple's rice cooker is not just any ordinary appliance. Pham, the chef, uses a commercial-grade cooker at work, but at home, he swears by the Zojirushi NS-TSC10, a 5-1/2-cup Micom rice cooker and warmer. This little machine is a game-changer, cooking various rice types with precision and keeping congee, their go-to dish for restaurant leftovers, at the perfect temperature.
For Ramhofer, the sommelier, the KingChii 26-bottle dual-zone wine cooler is a must-have. It keeps his collection at the ideal drinking temperature, with whites on top and reds below. But he's also a fan of the Coravin Timeless Three+ wine system, which allows him to enjoy a glass without compromising the quality of the rest of the bottle.
Pham's coffee setup is equally impressive. With a background in Starbucks, he knows the importance of fresh, high-quality beans. He grinds his La Colombe beans using the Fellow Opus Conical Burr Grinder, then transfers the grounds to a steeping bag for a cold brew that lasts all week.
This home kitchen is a testament to the couple's passion for food and wine, combining their professional expertise with the comfort and convenience of home. It's a space where they can unwind with a cold drink and a warm meal, a perfect balance of work and pleasure.
So, what do you think? Is this the ultimate home kitchen setup for food and wine enthusiasts? Or are there other must-have appliances you'd recommend? Let's discuss and share our thoughts in the comments!
