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Posts tagged “Tabletop”

Table Lovelies: Simrin's Nature Collection

We don't write about a lot of purely decorative accessories here at The Kitchn; we try to stay rooted in the more practical side of cooking and eating. But cooking does involve presentation, and since...

Bamboo Kitchenware From Ekobo
Paris

French company Ekobo is one of our favorite resources for chic eco-conscious products for the kitchen and home, like these stackable containers......

Good Question: To-Go Cups for Iced Coffee?

Reader Fiona writes in with a very practical question. She says, I LOVE iced coffee and make big overnight batches at least once a week. I would love to be able to tote it around in a disposable plast...

Look! Origami Napkins from Uncommon Goods

Check out these origami napkins from Uncommon Goods! We love the touch of whimsy they bring to the table. ...

Savvy Entertaining: Farmers Market Place Cards

These pretty beet place cards from Greenwich Letterpress are technically part of the "winter" collection — there are mushrooms and walnuts, too — but we'd use them any time of year to dress up a d...

Keeping Drinks Cold: Insulated Tervis Tumblers

These plastic tumblers have been around forever, and we usually think of them with a college logo or beach-themed patch. But there are hundreds of designs to choose from (even donkeys and elephant...

Do Scented Candles Belong In The Kitchen (Or Dining Room)?

These scented candles from London kitchen emporium Divertimenti are perfumed with hyacinth, tuberose and spring flowers. Scented candles often borrow aromas from the garden or the kitchen. But while h...

Look! Reclaimed Barn Wood Cake Stand

Take a look at this beautiful cake stand we saw this weekend... ...

In Praise of a Favorite Mug

Most of us have a favorite mug we automatically reach for, whether it’s the first bleary cup of the day or a quick afternoon pick-me-up. This one is mine. It’s a lovely, sturdy stoneware mug, han...

Good Question: Replacement Glass Liner for Butter Dish?

Here's a question from reader L.: I've been searching for replacement glass liners for a rectangular covered silver butter dish forever, but haven't had any luck. Do you know where I can find them?...

This Is Not A White Ming-Style Vase
France

This unassuming white Ming-style vase from Ibride was meant to be broken into pieces......

Chalkboard Mug By Virages
Paris

Chalkboard paint moves from the wall to the table with this ceramic dishwasher-safe mug you can use as a morning memo pad or to post a little love note to put a smile on someone's face......

Getaway Gear: MuNiMulA Wine Tray

For back porch getaways... We saw this wine tray over at Mighty Haus recently and just had to post it. It's a sleek little accessory for all your back porch or park entertaining, especially when you w...

Food-Themed Plates From Domestic
Paris

You might know French company Domestic for their conceptual vinyl wall graphics by international designers of the moment. Now, they've commissioned pairs of porcelain plates in food-themed graphics, l...

Getaway Gear: Picnic Bag with Service for Two

We recently saw some classic English picnic baskets, which make us feel all warm and fuzzy and nostalgic. But we're also drawn to this very practical updated bag from Sur La Table. Take a closer look ...

Getaway Gear: Armetale Hot and Cold Tray

We've all heard of hot plates, right? For warming food until dinner is served, or keeping a pot of chili hot. Well, how about a cold plate? ...

Dining Details: Orange Pekoe Cup & Saucer

After all our cooking and cleaning, we like to relax with an afternoon cup of tea. We are always on the lookout for teacups in just the right size and shape, and this one may fit the bill... ...

Pepe and Friends Ceramics by Camila Prada

Ceramics designer Camila Prada just sent over her new collaboration with prestigious German ceramic manufacturer Rosenthal. Pepe and Friends is a pretty darn cute set of porcelain characters; we have ...

Urban Pepper Grinders from Jabou Design

When these sculptural pepper grinders popped up in our inbox we went "Oooooohhhh...."...

NYC Pottery Source: Terrafirma Ceramics

We had absolutely no reason to buy this serving platter for ourselves over the weekend, but we couldn't resist. That delicate, lace-like pattern that looks so modern on a rustic piece of pottery was t...

Making Fruit Salad Fun: Chinese Fruit Forks

I often just want fruit for dessert, but find that some people feel neglected when you bring a fruit plate to the table after a meal. But there's an easy trick to change the mood ... ...

Good Product: Pantone Dishes

We've previously posted about Pantone mugs and love these Pantone dishes we just saw over at Fishs Eddy....

Tableware from Reine Mere
Toulouse, France

Stéphane Clivier and Didier Lachaizehe -- the Toulouse-based design duo behind Reine Mère (Queen Mother) -- create what they call "practical and poetic objects" for the home, like this egg cup that ...

Tea Strainer and Garlic Grater: 2 Good Things From MUJI

We recently visited MUJI in New York, and we're really enjoying two of the things we brought back for our kitchen. ...

Natural Home's Recycled Glass Home Collection

Speaking of recycled glass kitchenware, embedded on the website of Natural Home Magazine, there is a shop carrying a line of eco-friendly kitchen product like recycled glass bowls, a carafe, and a ser...

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