Jamie Oliver Mezzaluna & Board, £22
This rather sophisticated piece from Jamie Oliver’s homeware collection is not only cool-looking and ergonomic, but it makes quite a show of preparing and chopping herbs, making it a great investment if you’re looking to show off on date night. Also, in the case of a zombie apocalypse, the mezzaluna doubles as a great close-quarters weapon. johnlewis.com
Bodum Herb Chopper, £25
Alternatively, if you’re a bit more modest (or just lazy) you can make this cool herb chopper from Bodum do the work for you. Simply stick in your fresh herbs, and turn it alternately clockwise and counterclockwise and its seven blades will make short work of any herb you throw at it. It even comes in a variety of colours. bodum.com
Eva Solo Herb Pot, £30
We’ve all bought one of those “living” herb pots from the supermarket with a vision of watering and cultivating it for use in almost every meal, only to have it wither and die in front of our eyes. Thankfully, with this self-watering herb pot from Eva Solo, the hard work is taken care of – the plant draws up exactly the water it needs, giving you effort-free fresh herbs anytime. evasolo.com
