It seem that most of you agree with last week's post that great wineglasses do make a difference, and that they are worth the investment. But once you've invested, how should you care for them? ...
I'm trying to learn to sew. It isn't easy. Even sewing something as seemingly simple as some square napkins and a rectangular table runner challenges my patience, but a few weeks ago, as I watched my ...
Are good wineglasses worth the money? Does a good wineglass enhance the wine? Should you use different glassware for red, white and sparkling wines? Are all good wineglasses expensive? In my opinion...
We love to browse new kitchen gadgets and tools, but in the end, we tend to stick with the basics. We get new things now and then, but we always return to favorite classics. One of these classics is...
We've talked about how much we love our SIGG water bottles; they're non-plastic but still quite light, and sturdy too. We also have given a lot of these bottles as gifts, and we may return to that thi...
The annual release of a new IKEA catalog is always an event in the world of home decor and renovation. The low prices, unfussy design and sheer scale of IKEA mean that they will always be an option ...
We have on good authority from a friend that these things work really well. The idea: You heat the granite disk in the oven or freeze it in the freezer, and it will keep hot things hot and cold things...
July is all about Escapes — getting on the road, seeing new things, and finding escape and retreat in the comfort of your own home. Here at The Kitchn we'll be talking about new and unfamiliar f...
A faded old bedspread will certainly do just fine for a meal outdoors. But if you're having a garden party or want a special set of linens just for picnicking adventures, check out these lovely picnic...
We received a question from a reader asking about the most useful and essential serving pieces. Carrie said that she just inherited a set of fine china, but the set (as well as her everyday Fiestawa...
The thought of a big cooler on the back porch, filled up with lemonade and dispensing sweet coolness from a frosty spigot, is captivating right now. Here are a few good drink dispensers that might fit...
Pie "hamper"? Pie "basket"? Whatever you want to call this, a friend of ours has one and we're coveting it! It's the perfect way to transport a fresh pie or tart from oven to picnic table without worr...
One of our favorite appetizers (or dinners, come to think of it) is a big board of cheese and nibbles, with good ham, crumbly cheese, chutneys, olives, crackers, fruit, and nuts all laid out for an ev...
We've talked about our all-time favorite kitchen products from IKEA, and we've spotlighted a few new things that might become favorites. Now here's one newish thing that has become our very favorite r...
Melamine plates are such a great alternative to paper if you're planning a picnic. They're lightweight, reusable, and usually dishwasher-safe. We showed you some in our summer sale roundup last week, ...
We've rounded up eight summery goodies, from crisp, white serving platters and non-breakable picnic plates to a grill that you can tote anywhere. If you're planning a big barbecue (or just an outdoor ...
Want to set a light-hearted tone at your next dinner party? Check out these humorous coasters from Bob's Your Uncle, a Boston-based gift company!...
We tend to associate carafes with Parisian street cafés and shmancy high end dining, but they can have a place at home, too! Serving wine, juice, or even just plain water out of a carafe is an ...
The first time we saw a stocky pair of salad hands sticking out of a friend's salad bowl, we were not impressed. They look like bear claws, frankly. But over the years, we've noticed we tend to toss s...
We've been having nice weather lately, and we're ready to sit out on the back porch with a big bowl of cured olives and a glass of wine — a great way to welcome warmer weather. But what do you d...
My first wine glasses were a comfortably durable set of short, squat goblets from World Market, bought for less than $2 apiece. They were good for everyday drinking and I didn't worry too much about b...
We have a love/hate relationship with IKEA when it comes to kitchen supplies. (Well, and everything else too, I suppose.) On the one hand, you can find some terrific kitchen tools at low prices. On th...
We just came across Tomas Kral's portfolio of kitchen tool designs, and we love his practical yet whimsical sensibility. Take a look at five designs that have real potential for use in the kitchen! ...
Ever since we saw these recycled Sol beer glasses from Marfa Brands over at Apartment Therapy, we've been mildly obsessed with finding an online source (Marfa doesn't sell them through their website)....
It's amazing how many different designs and choices are available for ostensibly simple kitchen tools. Take the humble trivet, for instance. We could all slap a hunk of tile on our tables and be done ...
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