Matfer Bourgeat Funnels Strainers Sieves and Shakers

The Matfer Bourgeat 8" chinois is a conical strainer designed for passing sauces, stocks, soups, and purees to a smooth, consistent finish. It is a standard piece of brigade kit used across professional kitchens where fine straining is a routine part of service preparation.

In a working kitchen environment, the one-piece Exoglass handle is a practical advantage. Exoglass is a glass-fibre reinforced material that remains stable across a wide temperature range, resists heat transfer to the hand, and does not corrode, warp, or absorb odours over time. The two supporting hooks allow the chinois to sit securely across a pot or container during straining, keeping both hands free for ladling — a small detail that matters when working quickly on a busy pass.

Operationally, this strainer offers a few clear advantages over pressed-steel or wooden-handled alternatives:

• Exoglass handle is dishwasher-safe and holds up to repeated high-temperature cleaning cycles
• Non-porous material does not harbour bacteria or absorb flavours between uses
• Single-piece construction eliminates the rivet joints where traditional chinois handles typically fail
• Lightweight enough for extended use without fatigue during high-volume prep

There are no electrical or installation requirements — this is a hand tool. The 8" bowl diameter suits most standard stockpots and bain-marie containers. For operations processing very large batch volumes, a larger diameter model may offer better throughput and reduce the number of passes required.

This chinois is well suited to any professional kitchen where sauce work, stock reduction, or fine straining forms part of the daily routine — from hotel kitchens and restaurant brigades through to contract catering and production environments. It is a reliable everyday tool rather than an occasional-use item, and the Matfer Bourgeat build quality reflects that expectation.

If you are equipping a new section or replacing ageing smallwares across a brigade, our team is happy to help you identify the right sizes and quantities for your operation.

The Matfer Bourgeat Exoglass Bouillon Strainer Holder is a purpose-made accessory designed to hold the Matfer Bourgeat bouillon strainer securely against a saucepan rim during straining. It clips on and releases easily, keeping the strainer steady so the operator's hands are free to ladle or manage the pan without having to hold everything in place at once.

In a busy kitchen pass or sauce section, small details like this matter. Straining stocks, consommés, and sauces is a routine task that carries a burn risk if the equipment shifts under load. A dedicated holder removes that variable, supporting consistent, safe technique even during peak service when speed and attention are both under pressure.

The holder is made from Matfer Bourgeat's Exoglass composite, which is worth noting for practical reasons:

• Exoglass is non-toxic, odourless, and does not absorb flavours or aromas
• Fully dishwasher safe — no special handling required
• Resistant to thermal shock, so it handles the transition between hot pans and cold rinsing without degrading
• Lightweight at 530g, reducing hand fatigue during repetitive tasks
• Compatible with saucepan diameters from 140mm to 240mm, covering most standard sauce and stock pans

There are no installation requirements here — this is a hand-held utensil accessory with no electrical, gas, or water connections. It stores simply and takes up minimal space in any prep or sauce area. It is supplied as the holder only; the bouillon strainer itself is a separate item and is required for the two pieces to function together.

This holder is well suited to professional kitchens where bouillon straining is a regular part of the workflow — hotel kitchens, restaurant sauce sections, or catering operations running classical French-influenced menus. It is a straightforward, durable solution for a specific task.

If you have questions about compatibility with your existing Matfer Bourgeat strainer or want to check whether this fits your pan sizes, the team is happy to help before you order.

The Matfer Bourgeat Exoglass Sieve Strainer is a 200mm professional kitchen sieve combining an Exoglass composite frame with a fine stainless steel triple-layer mesh. Exoglass is a glass-fibre reinforced composite material developed specifically for professional kitchen use — it is heat-resistant, non-absorbent, and will not warp, rust, or harbour bacteria in the way traditional wooden or basic plastic-framed sieves can over time.

The triple-layer mesh construction is the defining feature here. A single-layer mesh will pass particles that a triple-layer arrangement catches, and in a brigade environment where sauce consistency and pastry finesse matter, that difference is noticeable. The fine mesh is well suited to passing custards, fruit coulis, velouté, bisques, and fine dry ingredients where a coarser sieve would leave too much through.

From a practical standpoint, this sieve offers a few clear operational advantages:

• Exoglass frame resists heat, chemicals, and heavy daily cleaning without degrading
• Triple-layer fine mesh delivers consistent filtration results across repeated use
• Non-porous material does not retain odours or flavours between preparations
• Lightweight build at 375g reduces fatigue during extended pastry or sauce work
• Dishwasher-safe construction supports efficient end-of-service cleaning

At 200mm this is a mid-sized sieve suited to the demands of a professional kitchen rather than domestic use. It works well in both saucier and pastry sections. For kitchens requiring larger-volume straining in a single pass, a larger-diameter sieve from the same range may be a more practical choice.

If you are unsure which mesh grade or size best fits the preparations your kitchen runs, our team are happy to help you choose the right option before you order.

The Matfer Bourgeat Exoglass Sieve Strainer is a 200mm professional kitchen sieve combining a heat-resistant Exoglass frame with a fine triple-layer stainless steel mesh. The triple-layer construction gives a noticeably finer and more consistent filtration than single-mesh alternatives, making it a practical choice for finishing sauces, stocks, custards, and similar preparations where clarity and texture matter.

Exoglass is a composite material developed specifically for professional kitchen use. It handles high temperatures and repeated dishwasher cycles without warping, cracking, or absorbing flavours and odours — common failure points with nylon or wooden-handled sieves in high-throughput kitchens. The stainless steel mesh maintains its tension and shape under repeated use, which is not always the case with cheaper pressed-mesh sieves that can distort with regular forcing.

In practical terms, this sieve earns its place in any kitchen where quality of finish matters:

• Triple-layer mesh delivers fine, consistent filtration for sauces and stocks
• Exoglass frame withstands repeated high-temperature use without degrading
• Dishwasher safe — resists warping and odour absorption through repeated cycles
• Lightweight at 357g, reducing fatigue during prolonged straining tasks
• Stainless steel mesh holds its shape under normal forcing and pressing

At 200mm this is a mid-size sieve suited to à la carte and small-batch production. It works well for individual portions or finishing smaller quantities. Kitchens producing large volumes of sauce or stock in one pass may find a larger-diameter sieve more practical for the task.

If you are unsure whether this size suits your production volumes or you are looking to build out a set of sieves for different applications, we are happy to help you work through the options.

The Matfer Bourgeat Exoglass Bouillon Strainer is a conical strainer built for filtering stocks, sauces, and bouillons in professional kitchens. It uses a triple-layer stainless steel mesh cone paired with an Exoglass handle — a glass-fibre reinforced composite material developed by Matfer Bourgeat specifically for commercial kitchen use. The result is a tool that balances fine filtration with the durability and hygiene standards that busy kitchens demand.

In day-to-day production work, the difference between a single-mesh strainer and a triple-layer construction becomes clear when stock clarity matters. The finer filtration produces cleaner, more consistent results in consommés, refined sauces, and finished stocks. The mesh holds its shape under firm pressure from a ladle or pestle and does not distort with repeated heavy use — a common failure point on lower-quality alternatives. The Exoglass handle remains cool during use, resists corrosion, and will not splinter or absorb odours over time.

• Triple-layer mesh produces finer, cleaner filtration than single-mesh alternatives
• Exoglass handle is heat-resistant, dishwasher-safe, and will not corrode or splinter
• Mesh retains its shape under firm pressure from a ladle or pestle
• Stainless steel construction resists staining and cleans thoroughly
• Lightweight enough for comfortable single-handed use during service

There are no installation requirements. The strainer suits hook or rail storage and is compatible with standard commercial dishwashers. The 255mm mesh diameter makes it a practical choice for medium-batch production — kitchens passing very large volumes of stock in a single session may find a larger-diameter strainer offers better throughput.

This is a reliable everyday tool for restaurant kitchens, hotel production areas, and catering operations where sauce and stock quality is a consistent priority. If you are building out a new kitchen brigade or reviewing your smallwares across the board, the team is happy to talk through what works best for your particular setup.

The Matfer Bourgeat piston funnel is a manual dispensing tool designed for controlled, portion-accurate filling of liquids, sauces, batters, and similar preparations. The body is made from co-polyester, a food-safe material that is both lightweight and resistant to the staining and odour absorption that affects some plastics under daily kitchen use. The stainless steel wire stand holds the funnel upright between uses, keeping the work surface tidy and reducing the risk of spillage.

In a working pastry section or sauce station, this type of funnel earns its place through consistency. The piston mechanism allows the operator to dispense in controlled amounts with one hand, which is useful when filling tart cases, portioning coulis, or loading squeezy bottles from a bulk batch. The 0.75Ltr capacity suits smaller-batch work rather than high-volume continuous production, making it a practical choice for à la carte kitchens, patisserie sections, and prep environments where precision matters more than speed.

Four interchangeable nozzles are supplied at diameters of 2mm, 4.5mm, 5mm, and 8mm, giving a reasonable range of flow rates for different consistencies — from thin sauces through to thicker batters or creams. Swapping nozzles is straightforward, and the co-polyester body is easy to dismantle and clean at the end of service.

This is a smallware that suits kitchens doing detailed plating or portioned pastry work. For sites needing a larger working volume or near-continuous filling across a long service, a higher-capacity model in the same range may be worth considering.

If you are unsure whether this size is right for your prep volumes or workflow, the team is happy to help you work through the options.

The Matfer Bourgeat Piston Funnel is a manually operated depositing and portioning tool used across pastry, confectionery, and sauce sections. The operator fills the copolyester body, selects one of the four interchangeable nozzles, and depresses the piston to deliver a controlled, consistent flow. The 1.5 litre capacity is well suited to individual portion work and small-batch production runs where precision matters more than volume.

In a working kitchen, tools like this justify their place through repeatability and reduced mess rather than any single standout feature. The copolyester construction resists staining, cleans thoroughly between batches, and holds up to the kind of daily handling that wears out lesser equipment quickly. The ergonomic handle reduces wrist strain during extended finishing work — relevant when you are plating large numbers of portions under service pressure.

• Four nozzles (2mm, 4mm, 5mm, 8mm) give precise control over flow rate and finish
• Stainless steel stand keeps the funnel stable and off the bench between uses
• Copolyester body resists staining and cleans to food-safe standards with minimal effort
• Ergonomic handle design reduces fatigue during repetitive portioning tasks
• No setup required — ready to use anywhere with adequate prep space

There are no installation requirements; this is a hand tool that works wherever you have prep space and the right mixture to hand. Operators who regularly work through higher volumes in a single session may find a larger-capacity model a more practical fit for their workflow.

If you are weighing up nozzle sizes or wondering whether the 1.5 litre capacity suits your production volumes, the team is happy to talk it through.