Pantries
Pantries are ideal storage areas to keep your non-perishables and canned foods in. The term comes from the French word 'panaterie'. Many pantries are based in large cupboards or closets now, but you can still have a pantry built specifically for storing food in. Pantries are more suitable if they are close to the kitchen but some are located downstairs in the root cellar. Before refrigeration was available, most pantries had a large cold stone slab or shelf to keep the food cool. However, pantries are now used for items that don't need to be refrigerated. Pantries should have adequate shelving in them and you may be able to mount a holding rack on the inside of the door. Some pantries are of the pull out style, similar to a filing cabinet. Pantries are available in various sizes, materials, colors and designs. These start at about $60 online.
