It looks like ordinary plastic wrap, but it's not. It's free, it's user-friendly, and it ranks right up there with wooden spoons and measuring cups as an essential for everyone's kitchen. It's the shower cap! More

Twine and funnels are an integral part of smooth kitchen operation. That said, you don't need them day in and day out, so this storage method is a great tip for a small space. More

Fortunately, switching to plastic-free food containers has gained a lot of steam. With steel and glass as the main alternatives, how do you choose? Both containers have their advantages, like being BPA free and long-lasting. To make choosing easier, here is a list of pros and cons for each. More

All over California and Florida, citrus trees laden with oranges, lemons and grapefruits are bursting with color this time of year. Even if you don't live in one of these locales, there's no need to be envious — you can still bring these cheery fruits into your kitchen with these citrus-inspired accessories! More

You know you've landed on something good when it survives the clutter-purge of three separate cross-country moves and nearly five years of constant use. Such is the case with this set of awesome magnetic spice jars. More

If you bring your lunch to work or regularly go on picnics, you understand how important it is to pack things perfectly. A soggy salad or sandwich is enough to ruin any lunch, so these smart and stylish food storage solutions are excellent. More

The enemies of olive oil are air and sunlight which cause oxidation and loss of flavor. There are many ways to protect your olive oil, but the most popular is to store your oil in a tinted bottle with a spout.

I also like using an old enamel coffee pot, a trick I learned from Sam Clark, chef and owner of the Moro restaurant in London. More

Is canning one of the new skills you'd like to learn this year? If so, then take a look at this handy visual guide to canning jars from Marisa at Food In Jars. More

We are always looking for ways to keep our kitchens well-organized and clutter-free, and for many of us it's especially important because we live and cook in small spaces. Here are 20 of our favorite organization and storage ideas from the past year – some from our writers' kitchens, some from the web, and many from you, our readers.

• 1 Storing and Organizing Bulk Foods in a Small Kitchen?
• 2 No Pantry? 8 Tips for Keeping Counters Clutter-Free
• 3 Use Magazine Files to Corral Clutter in Kitchen Drawers
• 4 Speedy Lunch Prep! Make a Sandwich Station
• 5 Plastic-Free Food Storage Alternatives More

Cookie baking should be fun and festive, not stressful and harried. To ensure this is always the case, prep your pantry and spice cupboard so they're sorted and stocked for the holiday season. More