Single Hand Cook
It’s easy for us folks to work in the kitchen, simply coz we have two hands. Fracture, permanent disability, paralysis to one side…such situations don’t discriminate and make doing regular stuff like cutting apples, peeling oranges, slicing veggies, buttering a toast; a challenge. The One-Hand Kitchen Equipment is designed for people who use can use only one hand, and the beauty of the products (7 in all) is that both lefties and righties can use it with ease.
This is specialized kitchen equipment includes one- handed food cutting equipment, one- handed different diameter tubes opener, one- handed fruits and vegetables cutting and peeling equipment, one – hand changeable graters, food box, equipment for peeling eggshells, elements for stabilizing foods like bread (while buttering etc.). The design includes pins for gripping the fruits and non-slip rubbers to add stability. The brown color pieces are the moving parts in the system.
I really like the well thought out process for various food items. While preparation is only one half of the battle, cooking and cleaning up afterward is another.
Designer: Gabriele Meldaikyte


























123 Comments »
Anonymous says
this is awesome for disabled people
Carl says
kind of think thats the point..!
Murray says
I’m agree. Great for disable people!
Thank you for your job!
Corey Mckisic says
How Do I Purchase This?
Tom says
A fantastic solution to a real problem. Brilliant.
Ofi. says
Hi!
Just wated to say congratulations, I think this is an amazing product. Really helpful.
Julia says
that is amazing!
jay boz says
This is is AMAZING. I’m missing one hand, and have a friend who is quad. Would like to buy him (and me) this whole set. Thank you for thinking of people with disabilities re: food preparation.
xxblahxx says
this is why i love yanko design.
gabriele says
thank u very much for your comments, i really apreciate that!
Gabriele
VoReason says
Wow, This is a great idea. I, for once, have no problems with the design. It looks beautiful, it is totally functional, and it seems easy to clean. I see no flaws at all in this product.
I am a bit of a malcontent when it comes to yanko, I don;t say this about many products but this is truly a great design. This is worthy of awards and should be easy to pitch to a company for actual production.
10/10, great job!
Teo Kai Qiang says
An extremely great design. I love the part where a single hand is able to utilise the tool to use like how a person uses with two hands, taking into consideration the type of person, be it elderly, disability, handicapped. I foresee it being really a successful business reality. And I would buy one to use for my grandmother who’s body is half paralysed. Thanks for sharing your design.
AS says
The concept is awesome. Impressive design for single handed use. Only when you look these tools do you realize how important is the second hand in the kitchen. Great set of tools to make people independant.
Phoenix says
pretty nice actually.
Anaska says
That’s a great work, Gabriele Meldaikyte! I am sure you will go places…
gabriele says
Thank you veru very…much!!!!!
Jade says
So where can I get one?
Handicap says
Nice design and it’s doesn’t look like something medieval. I suspect the price for such an item is affordable too.
Edel says
Interested in buying one.
What is the cost?
Anurag Sarda says
Thats awesome…..looks very efficient too….
JB says
simply put – well done. a real problem that I haven’t seen successfully solved, until now. excellent work!
suzanne says
i’m new to this site and am not sure whether this is a concept or whether this is available for purchase.
i have a brother with cerebral palsy who just got his first place living by himself. this product would be ideal. is this product in stores?
thanks!!!
gabriele says
this product is not in stores yet, but I hope it soon will be!
thanks again everybody for your opinion!!!
Miki Skelton says
Gabriele,
Can you please add me to the contact list for when you roll this out? Thank you!
Helen Lord says
I would like to know when this product is available, please. It looks like it would fit the bill with all the things it does. Helen Lord
Tracy says
Remarkable! Any idea when and where the public public will be able to buy this product?
Cynthia Zelinski says
When it is in stores, will you let me know? I had a stroke 16 years ago, and I am one-handed. tu
Cynthia Zelinski says
When it is in stores, will you let me know? I had a stroke 16 years ago, and I am one-handed. tu
gabriele says
this product is not in stores yet, but hope it will be soon:)
thanks again everybody!!!
Arlanne says
Is this available yet this will be so helpful for my friend who has lost use of his arm.
Mert Can says
Great start for to solve a problem and as expected; how does the person is going to clean/wash this?
don’t say he/she has a dishwasher, if you can afford that, you can afford a mechanical/robotic/prothesis with and/or has changeable “missing part”s.
suzanne says
hey mert! my brother has both arms. one is completely unusable. a mechanical/robotic/prothesis is not an option for him.
instead of slamming a product that i cannot wait to see the look on my brother’s face when he sees it, why not work on your own solution.
Jared says
you clearly haven't seen the difference in price between that of a dishwasher and a prosthetic arm. besides – even without this product, the problem of washing dishes still remains, so this product is not creating a new problem.
hill says
Cool idea!
Mert Can says
It seems like you did offended a bit,dont be. I am saying that you can cook chop slice etc with this product but is it that easy to clean it with one hand or 2 artifical hands, a graphic image that shows user put the parts in the washingbasin somehow and cleaning it . Think of exoskeletons then which i hope one day that i can have two for my mother.
Tina Nichols says
I need one.
Is it for sell?
Maru says
Bravo, Gabriele!
Jesse Hansen says
I love it very unique
Eva Budinska says
Dear Gabriele,
this is indeed something AWESOME. I have a brother with paralysed left hand and can clearly imagine how this would help him a lot! And not only to one-handed people, but sometimes when I am cooking and I need one more hand
I know that it is not for sell yet, but seriously, do you think you could make one more for my brother? I would like to give it to him as a Christmas present.
Best !
Eva
Eva Budinska says
A splendid idea, indeed! I have a brother with his left hand paralysed and I can easily imagine how it would help him a lot in the kitchen! And not only for one-handed. I myself sometimes when cooking would like to have one more hand (when you are trying to stir something on the pancake and at the same time you need to grate a cheese, because the visitors will come in 15 minutes and you have no time to loose! Seriously, Gabriele, could you make one more? I would buy it for my brother as a gift for Christmas.I wish the world had more designers like you!
Eva Budinska says
A splendid idea, indeed!
Eva Budinska says
I have a brother with his left hand paralysed and I can easily imagine how it would help him a lot in the kitchen! And not only for one-handed. I myself sometimes when cooking would like to have one more hand (when you are trying to stir something on the pancake and at the same time you need to grate a cheese, because the visitors will come in 15 minutes and you have no time to loose!
Eva Budinska says
Seriously, could you make one more? I would buy it for my brother as a gift for Christmas.I wish the world had more designers like you!
Kris says
I would love this as a gift for a woman that is one handed and much like a mother to me. so when it goes out could you send me an e-mail
Lindsay says
I had a stroke almost 2 years ago. This is perfect for me! You really are so talented! A fantastic design! Hopefully it’s coming out soon
Cynthia says
I love it, is it for sale? How much?
M. says
Hi Gabriele,
As an Occupational Therapist, I find this very intriguing. Has this been pushed to production yet? A number of vendors I’m sure would carry it, as it has great functional versatility.
Thanks!
Cynthia Zelinski says
I relly lke the Single Hand Cook..but were do I buy it?
Cynthia Zelinski says
I relly lke the Single Hand Cook..but were do I buy it?
Anne says
I'm a hand physiotherapist and this is a very lovely design. You thought of aesthetics as well as functionality. For those interested in purchasing a cutting board similar to this you can visit the websites of medical suppliers such as sammons preston, they will carry cutting boards catering to individuals with a hand disability or arthritis.
Anne says
I'm a hand physiotherapist and this is a very lovely design. You thought of aesthetics as well as functionality. For those interested in purchasing a cutting board similar to this you can visit the websites of medical suppliers such as sammons preston, they will carry cutting boards catering to individuals with a hand disability or arthritis.
Patricia Boulton says
this looks terrific – is it available yet?
Patricia Boulton says
this looks terrific – is it available yet?
Teresa says
Please I must know when this will be on the market. I have several clients that could sure use this item. I found a similar item but it doesn't come close to this design. Please this is an urgent matter. Peoples independance depend on it.
Teresa says
Please I must know when this will be on the market. I have several clients that could sure use this item. I found a similar item but it doesn't come close to this design. Please this is an urgent matter. Peoples independance depend on it.
Carol says
I am so sad that I cannot buy this item yet. I am an occupational therapist and your design appears to be far superior to other options. I look forward to seeing this in the marketplace! I'll be checking in regularly to see when I can purchase this. Thanks!
Carol says
I am so sad that I cannot buy this item yet. I am an occupational therapist and your design appears to be far superior to other options. I look forward to seeing this in the marketplace! I'll be checking in regularly to see when I can purchase this. Thanks!
Christie-lee says
when are these going to be available and if they are already where can they be purchased?
Christie-lee says
when are these going to be available and if they are already where can they be purchased?
Susan says
I just wish it would be available soon!
Larry stallings says
When and where will this item be available?
Larry stallings says
When and where will this item be available?
Francesca says
Great job, Gabriele!
I hope this product is available now.
Could you tell me where I can buy it?
Thanks
norcan says
Please – where can I purchace this single handed work station? Price?
Cindy says
That what I was thinking…anyone know if this is for sale?
Anne Glendining says
How do I find out more about kitchen gadgets for one-handed person and how does one purchase them?
j davies says
what price and where to purchase
andrea says
I’m just trying to understand why you are advertising and not selling… Please let me know once you chose to sell it so I may buy one
Olu says
Pls where can i purchase one. Pls email me
LLL says
Why do you put such a great design up and then you cannot purchase it and you ignore all those who say they would buy it? It looks to be about the best design I have seen. We have bought others that do not come up to the same quality (they have ended up in the dump heap) and have the same abilities of use for a one handed person than this does. This is sooooooo disappointing not to be able to purchase this.
Let me know if it EVER is available for purchase.
Kristen Sullivan says
Is the product ever going to be available or just a tease for those in need?
Josh Bown says
ive been trying to find how to purchase this item and im getting quite annoyed. i have e-mailed this company because there is no phone number and i never got a response. i only have one hand and this would be great. please let me know if anyone knows where to buy this.
glenda says
How can I order this?
Holly Ross says
yes, how do we purchase this? My dad a stroke a few years back looking for christmas but can’t find a purchase button anywhere
Anonomous says
Can someone please let me know if this is available to buy?
gabriele says
thanks everyone for your comments, unfortunately this projects is not on sale!
debbie m says
this is perfect for me how do i get one? i am paralized on my left side only have the use of my right hand this would work awesome i love to cook and i’m always looking for ways to do all my prep by myself very tricky at time this type of thing would make life a whole lot easier.
anna says
please let me know were do I buy it?
Cindy says
Well, you all can WAIT….and WAIT…because I asked about this over 3 years ago and NEVER got an answer…
Kris says
umm actually they have answered a lot this is not for sale and you seem rather grouchy
gabriele says
hi everyone, unfortunately this kitchen equipment is my graduation project!It is just a prototype. Not on sale yet! I hope one day it will be
Bobb Lewis says
Its really too bad, because there are MANY out there who could benefit from this and it is far and above a superior design to the junk that is currently out there. So that is why so many are frustrated and upset that you are unable to purchase one yet. Oh well. Stuck with the current lot of unhelpful supposed useful cutting boards for one handers.
kar says
hi, is it possible to get one like this in France? What is the cost? Do you have any other one-handed equipment? Specially for mom’s…thank you!
gabriele says
sorry, this project is not on sale!
Nancy says
My son had a stroke in July. Left side paralyzed. Please let me know when this becomes available for sale.
laura says
has this gone into production yet?
LINDA BRANNON says
I am very interested in the cutting board. Want to know how much it costs.
VICKI says
I would really like to be added to your list to know when this will be in stores. We have a gentleman in our church that just lost his arm and is needing this. Thanks in advance
Freda says
I want on for my granddaughter who has CP.
Jamie Myers says
Has this gone on the market yet? If so where can I purchase it?
sally says
Me to. I am an O.T and need one NOW! Please let us know ASAP when and where we can get it. It is cool yet functional for all the young ones that i see!
Kelly says
AWSOME IDEA !!!!! I wish this product was for sale !!!!!
Dave says
How do I buy one of these by Christmas? I am in USA
Tina L Rakowski says
How can I get one ?
Tina L Rakowski says
How can I purchase one of these items ?
Tina L Rakowski says
How can I purchase one of these items ?
Jade says
Is EVERYONE missing the fact that this is not being produced and that there is NO plan to produce it? Scroll up and read what the designer said! This is just a graduation exercise. It is not being produced!
Avi Golden says
Hi, I like the “Single Hand Cook”. It’s really good!!
I was wondering, Adler Aphasia Center in Maywood, New Jersey is a lot of people who his aphasia. Maybe, I want to talk to you about coming to the program and visiting and maybe talking about “Single Hand Cook”.
That is okay, right?
Please, talk to me, okay?
Catering Equipment says
I wanted to thank you for this excellent read!!
Alexzandria says
hi my name is Alexzandria and i have cerebral palsy on my left side and need this how can i get it i love it
Erick says
Please let me know when it is available for sale!
Angela Hartmier says
I have seen many people with the question about where to buy it. Does this product truly exist and how can I purchase it for my daughter who has a nerve injury from birth.
Thank you!
Angela
marilou patrick says
Hi l am working at mentally retarded or
Special adult people, which we need adaptive
Plates, if you can send me pictures so we can orders please . Thank you very much. Have a blessed and wonderful day.
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