In the News

Parent Company of Food Network to Launch New Cooking Channel

Scripps, the parent company of the Food Network, has announced that it will launch a new Cooking Channel in 2010.  With primetime Food Network shows sliding into the “entertainment” category, they realize that their offerings are not for serious cooks anymore (remember the original MTV - it was actually about music videos?).  They will be [...]


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Kitchen Finds

Gleena Ceramics

Beautiful, unusual ceramic designs from a Russian artist in Rhode Island.  These bowls are handmade and stamped with antique numbers - you can pick which number you like.   Dishwasher and food safe,  $40 set of two. From Gleena.


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Book Shelf

Best Food Writing of 2009

It’s that time of year again - the compilation by Holly Hughes of the best food writing of the year.  This volume contains 50 essays  - some from the usual suspects (Ruth Reichl, Colman Andrews, Alice Waters) but some delightful lesser knowns like Monica Bhide.


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Video

So You Think You Know How to Make Pesto. . .

This charming video of  Chef Paola Laboa at Farina shows how to make their perfect pesto with exceptional ingredients and lots of heart.  Don’t bother getting out your Cuisinart.


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Gleena Ceramics

Beautiful, unusual ceramic designs from a Russian artist in Rhode Island.  These bowls are handmade and stamped with antique numbers - you can pick which number you like.   Dishwasher and food safe,  $40 set of two. From Gleena.

Sunday, September 13th, 2009

Espresso in the Wild!

Can’t get along without a good shot of espresso?  Now you can have espresso anywhere you go with the Handpresso Wild.  It requires no electricity and produces a perfect cup of espresso, crema and all.  It uses a high pressure extraction system and espresso pods. You can also buy a neat little carrying case. From [...]

Tuesday, July 14th, 2009

Menu Wine Cool Coat

 

From the award winning Scandinavian designers, Menu, these snazzy wine coats will keep your wines cool.  The removable inner coat, filled with cooling gel, is stored in your freezer.  The Cool Coats can be purchased at Emmo Home for $39.95.  Makes a great gift!

Monday, May 25th, 2009

Bella Cucina Tuscan Grill

 

From Bella Cucina, the company that produces beautiful Mediterranean inspired food products, the Original Tuscan Grill is made by artisans in Tuscany and can be used either in your fireplace or outdoors to grill a variety of foods.  An Alice Waters favorite!   (Also available in a larger size, the Grande.)

Monday, April 13th, 2009

For Your Party or Picnic: Sporks

 

These beautiful little Italian “sporks” are part fork, part spoon.  They come in handy for parties and picnics.  They are made of biodegradable plastic and come in sets of 25.  MoMa Store.   $24

Tuesday, March 24th, 2009

The Stylish Way to BYOB

 

 
Insulate up to six 12-20 ounce cans or bottles in this 6-pack neoprene tote from Built NY.  It’s got soft grip handles, is machine washable and lies completely flat to store.   $23 from Giving Gallery.

Monday, March 16th, 2009

Make Your Drinks Fun With Ice Invaders

 

What a great game Space Invaders was.  Satisfy your nostalgia with these great ice cubes by Fred, new in their spring catalog.  Dishwasher safe, $8.99 .  Order from PopDeluxe

Tuesday, March 10th, 2009

Anti-Theft Lunch Bags

 

Ever have your lunch or a baggie of snacks snatched from the office refrigerator?  That’s a thing of the past with these anti-theft lunchbags.  No one will ever covet your goodies again!   Reusable sandwich bags are recyclable  LDPE.  $10 for 25 bags.  From the.

Wednesday, March 4th, 2009

The Incredible Poach Pods

Poaching eggs in these little Poach Pods is like having floating water lilies in your pot.  They are made of silicone and are microwave and dishwasher safe.  You can use them for baking and molding frozen desserts, too!  From Fusion Brands plus a fun little video to watch!

Thursday, February 26th, 2009

Floating Oil & Vinegar at Your Table

 

Check out these gorgeous hand blown glass carafes for serving your oil and vinegar.  The floating effect of the liquid inside the glass is beautiful.  Three sizes.  From Ichendorf.

Sunday, February 15th, 2009