Gourmet Merchandise

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Thanks to our new Internet partnership with Cooking.com, we can now offer you more than 90,000 kitchenware products. While we hope you’ll continue to enjoy the personal experience only boutique shopping can bring, you now have 24-hour access to hundreds of items we cannot possibly fit in our store. Everything you buy through Cooking.com will be shipped directly to you from their California warehouse. So if you don’t see what you are looking for here, shop for an extended range of products now.

Appetizer Tongs

Get the party rolling with your favorite appetizers or let them stand alone as the main attraction. Our set of two appetizer tongs serves up bite-size bits of heavenly delights. The round-headed pair is perfect for foods such as meatballs, cherry tomatoes or mozzarella balls, while the square tongs easily pick up soft square foods, such as brownies or petits fours. Want a helpful hint for your next gathering? Four bite-size appetizers per person is a good guideline for a dinner party or ten bites for a cocktail party.

Appetizer Tongs - $6.99 for a set of two

Egg Coddler

Break up your breakfast routine with coddled eggs. It’s incredibly easy—just grease the container, put in one or two eggs, add some cheese, bacon or whatever you like, then pop in boiling water for 7 to 8 minutes and voila! You’ve got an amazingly tasty new way to start the day.

Egg Coddler - Set of 2 - $18.99

Microplane Sea Salt Shaver Gourmet Gift Set

Bet your favorite foodie doesn’t have this! It’s the new Microplane Sea Salt Shaver Gourmet Gift Set. The patented Microplane blade easily shaves hard rock salts in seconds. Included in the attractive set is an ergonomically designed aqua grater, along with Himalayan pink sea salt in a reusable container.

Microplane Gift Set - $24.99

Mojito Pitcher and Glasses

Designed by Daniel Justin Chase – who is also a musician and photographer – these tall, elegant glasses and beautiful pitcher are ideal for holding 2008’s sexiest new drink. The mojito was first concocted in Cuba in the mid-nineteenth century. Made of rum and fresh mint leaves, its name means "a little wet." Today mojitos can also be flavored with orange, melon and pineapple, but the result is always refreshing.

Mojito Pitcher - $19.99

Glasses (set of four) - $39.99

Swiss Diamond Skillets

Just when you think you’ll never need another skillet, a better one appears. Swiss Diamond has discovered a way to turn the world’s hardest stone into the world’s best cooking surface. And although nothing conducts heat more efficiently than diamonds, the real appeal of this cookware is that it’s free from perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA). That’s the synthetic chemical produced in manufacturing most other non-stick cookware, but entirely absent from Swiss Diamond. These skillets go into the dishwasher, withstand oven temperatures up to 500 degrees, and feature a perfectly flat base to accommodate ceramic, gas and electric cook tops. We recommend this cookware because food won’t stick to its surface, but most importantly, because PFOA won’t stick in your stomach.

8" Skillet - $69.99

10 " Skillet - $99.99

12" Skillet - $153.50

Deep Springform Pans

These generous pans hold almost a third more dessert than a standard springform pan.  Flat-bottomed and sturdy, they’re made of tin-plated steel.  Not only will this versatile pan turn out an impressive cheesecake, but it’s ideal for everything from a sophisticated Italian panettone to a child’s birthday ice cream cake.

7" Diameter - $8.99

8 3/4 " Diameter - $9.99

Reversible Grid/Griddle

If it works for clothing and comforters, why not cookware as well? Now Chef’s Design brings the reversible concept to its Rangetop Grill/Griddle. This large, two-burner cooking surface combines a ribbed grill on one side with a smooth griddle on the other. You can cook pancakes in the morning, then turn the range into an indoor grill and do your steaks for dinner. Made of stick-resistant, hand-cast heavy aluminum, the grill/griddle works equally well over electric or gas burner units.

Reversible Grid/Griddle - $65.00

Smoke in a Cup

It’s never been easier to add flavor to your food. Simply place the small aluminum cup on the rack in your grill, and savor the fragrant aroma of apple, cherry, hickory or mesquite wood. Portable, disposable and convenient, these little self-contained cups can be used in either gas or charcoal grills. However, they’re especially handy when grilling with gas, because these grills are not otherwise suited for cooking with wood chips. Hickory-smoked salmon? Apple-smoked pork? It’s time to usher in the barbecue season -- and fire up your imagination.

Smoke in a Cup - $3.99

Zoo Friends Pancake Pan

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Now you can satisfy that weekend morning craving for "fun food" with a simple Nordic Ware skillet. All you do is pour in the batter, and you have perfectly round pancakes, each embossed with a fun animal shape. Best of all – as you’ll appreciate if you’re serving more than one child -- everyone’s pancake comes out the same size.

Pancake Pan - $34.99

Ice Cream Cone Cupcake Pan

These festive, trompe d'oeil cupcakes look just like ice cream cones - only less drippy. Top with a scoop of real ice cream, or mound colored frosting on the top of the cake "cone" to simulate ice cream. The non-stick Nordic Ware pan makes six cupcakes, perfect for any child or, as they say, "for the young at heart."

Ice Cream Cone Cupcake Pan - $32.00

Strawberry Slicer

You're probably familiar with the handy hard-boiled egg slicer. Well, in today's bigger-is-better-world, it’s time to make room for the strawberry slicer. Imagine those giant California berries, and you can immediately visualize the eye appeal of fanned-out strawberry slices as the perfect garnish. Even trifles, shortcakes and pies benefit from perfect, evenly-sliced strawberries. Welcome to summer.

Strawberry Slicer - $4.99

Insulated Food Gloves

Okay, admit it: how many times have you donned rubber dishwashing gloves to tear meat or poultry off the bone? Now there’s a better alternative to messy, hands-on cooking tasks. Because these gloves are insulated to protect your hands from heat, they are perfect for shredding hot pork shoulder or pulling a beer can chicken off the can. And if you live in the Carolinas, there’s no question these gloves will render you morally superior. After all, everyone knows smoke-roasted pork shoulder should be pulled by hand into meaty shreds, not chopped into uniform pieces with a kitchen knife.

Insulated Food Gloves - $16.99

Pops! Icy Treats for Everyone / Classic Ice Pop Mold

In her new book, author Krystina Castella introduces over 100 ice pop recipes, with an emphasis on unique tastes and flavor combinations. From Thai Iced Coffee to Blueberry Cheesecake ice pops, she offers a variety of sophisticated treats today’s grown-up kids will be proud to serve at barbecues and birthday parties. Of course you’ll also need our ice pop mold, which makes up to ten freezer pops at a time. And don’t forget to make orange juice or Kool-Aid ice pops to keep the children cool.

Pops! - $15.95

Ice Pop Mold - $16.99

Coeur a la Crème Molds

Translated as "heart of cream," this beautiful molded desert is the perfect choice for Valentine's Day. Not only is it quick and simple to make, but when it's topped with fresh red berries, it creates a romantic finale for a lover's feast. This classic desert originated in the French countryside. The first molds were simple baskets, lined with cheesecloth so the whey could drip through, leaving only the delicious "heart" of the cream.

Individual size - $3.99

Large size - $9.99

Nutri-Weigh Dietary Computer Scale

The manufacturer says this scale is ideal “when a healthy weight is the lifestyle of choice.”  With the Nutri-Weigh, at least you know the consequences of your choice; it analyzes the nutritional content of food by portion size.  That means calories, protein, carbs, sugars, fat, fiber, sodium, and cholesterol are all printed out for you on a large LCD screen. Now you can record daily food intake, set dietary goals, and then review your progress, whether you’re watching your waist or safeguarding your heart.  The 10-year warranty means this scale can handle many years of New Year’s resolutions, while the two-user memory means at least you’ll have some company.

Dietary Scale - $99.99

Avocado Masher

It may look like a baby's toy, but this soft, easy-grip masher helps you prepare delicious guacamole in a flash.  Makes you wonder why they call its color "cilantro" instead of "avocado."  No matter -- just bring on the corn chips.

Avocado Masher - $13.99

FoldTuk Bakeware

This just in— the new FoldTuk Bakeware is now available in round, oval and square shapes. This “5 in 1” innovative new product goes in the oven, freezer and the microwave, works as a serving dish and a storage container, and most ingeniously of all, collapses to save space. Choose from an expanded list of colors, including red, black, blue and orange. This revolutionary bakeware is airtight, dishwasher-safe, and quick to heat up or cool down.  Perfect for any cooking environment—from the crowded urban kitchen to the tiny boat galley.

FoldTuk Bakeware - 4-cup size - $19.99

FoldTuk Bakeware - 6-cup size - $24.99

Melon and Pineapple Cutter

Such a simple concept, such a time-saving tool.  Now you can section cantaloupe, honeydew and pineapple with one simple motion.  The sharp, stainless steel blades make you look like a pro, while the pretty, evenly cut fruit slices look like they came right out of a magazine spread.

Melon and Pineapple Cutter - $21.00

Cupcake Decorating Stencil

Here’s a neat trick.  Save calories by substituting a dusting of powdered sugar for a blanket of frosting - all without sacrificing eye appeal.  Using our clever, stainless steel stencil, you can finish off cakes, cupcakes or other baked goods with pretty designs.  Try the heart on red velvet cake for Valentine’s Day or the flower on lemon cupcakes to herald the coming of spring

Cupcake Decorating Stencil- $9.99

Electric Garlic Roaster

No wonder you don’t bother with roasted garlic.  It takes an hour or more to roast even one clove in the oven -- a terrible waste of time and energy.  What you need is this efficient, stainless steel garlic roaster, which gives you mellow, nutty-flavored cloves in less than 30 minutes.  And clean-up is a breeze with the non-stick surface.  Bring on the garlic-smashed mashed potatoes!

Electric Garlic Roaster - $59.99

Tea Cake and Candy Mold

Prepare professional-looking candies or mini tea cakes with this clever Nordic Ware pan. Made of heavy, cast iron aluminum, the non-stick pan features thirty differently-shaped cavities indented with various swirly-topped designs. Whether you use this pan for molding candy or baking bite-size cakes, you’ll find it indispensible for creating picture-perfect treats.

Tea Cake and Candy Mold - $32.50

Cocoa Latte Machine

Celebrate the winter with frothy, delicious hot drinks. This ingenious little machine automatically heats, whips and mixes instant cocoa, coffee and tea into fancy, cafe-style drinks. The 32-oz. container has a twist-and-lock lid, and the non-stick heating surface is easy to clean. An automatic shut-off ensures your drinks won’t be overheated. Cocoa Latte is the perfect kitchen helper to have on hand when unexpected company comes to the door.

Cocoa Latte Machine - $59.99

Fiddlebow Knife

As bread lovers know, the Fiddlebow knife cuts a perfect slice. The adjustable knife allows you to vary the thickness of the cut, so you can produce a generous thick slab of oatmeal bread to slather with marmalade, or a delicate thin slice of white bread to top with fresh watercress.

Fiddlebow Knife - $26.99

Oil Wand

Forget that unwieldy big can of olive oil sitting in your pantry.  This clever little basting brush rests in its own clear base to give your kitchen instant élan.  Just fill it with your favorite olive oil and keep it stove-side for sautéing and basting.  The dripless valve prevents spillage, and the silicone brush is heat-resistant.

Oil Wand - $11.99

Steakhouse Burger Press

Elizabeth Karmel, creator of this hamburger press, is proud of its ability to “eliminate the swollen belly burger forever.”  (We assume no pun is intended.) When you press the pusher plate into the meat, it imprints a “thumbprint” in the top of the hamburger.  As your burger cooks and expands, the hole made by the thumbprint flattens out, and -- you guessed it – eliminates that unsightly swollen belly burger.  Use this press to turn out perfectly shaped patties, ranging from junior-sized quarter-pounders to Chicago Steakhouse-generous, three-quarter pound beefy burgers.  Listen to Ms. Karmel, author of Taming the Flame, and you too can become a famous Burger King, right in your own backyard.

Burger Press - $22.99

Rotary Garlic Slicer

This nifty little tool wins the prize for simple design coupled with dependable performance.  No matter how much garlic your recipe calls for, its sharp, stainless steel blades cut perfect, consistent slices.  When it comes time to clean up, just remove the handle and put the entire slicer into the dishwasher.

Rotary Garlic Slicer - $13.99

Cuisinart Electric Knife

Slice the bread, then carve the turkey.  Use Cuisinart’s new high-performance, versatile electric knife to work magic in the kitchen.  The powerful motor and stainless steel blades perform equally well on meats, breads and vegetables.  This handsome set comes with two blades in a wood block storage tray, complete with instruction book and limited three-year warranty.  Let us now say grace.

Cuisinart Electric Knife - $59.99

Stainless Steel Muddler

If you’re tempted to laugh at the name, maybe you’re not familiar with mojitos either.  But you can’t mix an icy rum mojito without first crushing fresh mint and sugar in a tall, thin glass.  And there’s nothing better for mixing than a muddler.  Ours is a sleek 8” of pure stainless steel, with a rubber tip to provide gentle strength.  Also perfect for crushing fruit, if you prefer old-fashioneds.

Stainless Steel Muddler - $10.99

Peppermate

Back at last -- the slim, efficient pepper grinder which easily adjusts from fine to super-coarse grains.  Peppermate was one of the first products in our store when we opened in  1974, and it’s always had a loyal following.  Unfortunately we had to discontinue it when the manufacturer briefly moved production to Taiwan and reliability declined.  But we are happy to announce that Peppermate is back once more – in perfect working order. It features a snap-off top, clear base, black or white exterior, and a durable ceramic grinding mechanism.  Get yours in time to prepare for a delicious summer season of barbecue rubs, seasonings and marinades.

Peppermate - $35.00

Fryer's Friend

This good-looking grease keeper is a step up from the old can used in so many kitchens. Made of durable stainless steel with an easy-grip handle, the 4-cup holder has a pour spout, lid, and fine mesh strainer.  So whether you’re recycling oil from your French fries or grease from your bacon, you can keep it clean and covered in this shiny kitchen container.

Fryer's Friend - $14.99

Lemon, Lime and Onion Holders

For those times when you’re left with half a lemon or lime – or worse than that, a smelly onion – you need these nifty storage containers.  Designed to look like the onion or fruit that’s inside, these bright-colored plastic holders will never be lost and forgotten in the back of the refrigerator.  The two sides attach by twist lock, so they are completely airtight.  This means your lemons and limes stay fresh and fragrant, while your onion odor is well contained.

Lemon Holder - $3.99

Lime Holder - $3.99

Onion Holder - $3.99

Mango Splitter

Keep memories of the tropics alive with this mango splitter in your kitchen drawer.  Part of the "Good Grips" line, this specialized cutter has Oxo's popular non-slip/soft grip handles and efficient performance.  And because the only drawback to the delectable mango is its huge, flat seed, you'll be glad you have the proper tool when you want to eat its juicy fruit.  Just a word here to serious cooks:  mango season is over in early fall, so now is the perfect time to put up chutney for hearty winter meals ahead.

Oxo Mango Splitter - $12.99

Adjustable Cheese Plane

Forget that old-fashioned cheese cutter with a single wire.  This new Zyliss dial-n-slice cheese plane has an adjustable wheel that lets you make adjustments from 1 to 5, yielding deli thin to extra thick slices.  Ideal for creating your next party tray -- or controlling your intake as you whittle down the brick of Monterey Jack just sitting in your refrigerator "Meats 'n Snacks" drawer.

Adjustable Cheese Plane - $14.99

Orka Squid Brush & Baster

You'll have fun with this new adaptation of the old-fashioned bulb-and-tube baster.  Inspired by the shape of a squid, this handy new tool is made entirely of silicone, so it's dishwasher-safe and heat resistant to 600 degrees.  Squeeze to draw up pan juices by suction, then brush them on barbecued chicken with the soft bristles at the end of the tool.  Or slather ears of corn with hot, melted butter.  Somehow summer cooking just lends itself to hands-on preparation.

Orka Squid Brush & Baster - $7.99

Whip It

You’ve seen it happen all too often: a beautiful dessert, spoiled by unappetizing-looking whipped cream that is starting to melt and drip. Now you can save your picture-pretty desserts with Whip It, the powdered stabilizer that keeps whipped cream fresh and firm for hours without separating. You simply add the contents of one packet to one cup of cold whipping cream, and beat until stiff peaks form. Then – they stay formed.

Whip It - $2.99 for 2 packets

Small Raclette

At half the price of our full-sized raclette for eight ($84.99), this Small Raclette turns out an authentic Swiss dinner for four. The word “raclette” comes from the French verb “racler,” meaning “to scrape,” and refers both to a type of cheese and the pan used to melt it. Traditionally, a chunk of raclette cheese is exposed to an open fire and scraped off as it melts. How much easier to use our modern-day raclette! In Switzerland, raclette is usually served with boiled potatoes, dark bread, and cornichons or other pickled vegetables. When you’re tired of fondue but still craving a Swiss cheese fix, the Small Raclette will help you serve up something different for dinner.

Small Raclette - $46.99

Silpat

Equal rights! We now carry the popular Silpat mats sized to fit your toaster oven (10 7/” x 7 7/8”). Made in France of fiberglass and silicone, Silpat turns any baking pan into a non-stick surface. So even if you aren’t a professional chef turning out dozens of pastries, you can now enjoy home baked treats one-by-one, the no-mess, easy-cook way.

Toaster Oven Size- $15.50

Standard Size- $22.00

Food Loop

No, it’s not a typo – or a cereal. Food Loop's manufacturers call it "the first silicone food trussing tool." Designed to replace kitchen string, this nifty bright pink loop is easy to adjust to different sizes. Imagine it securing a bunch of asparagus for steaming or tying together a turkey’s legs before roasting. Use it on the stove top, or in your oven, microwave or freezer. The set of four loops comes with a small mesh bag for dishwashing and storage.

Food Loop - $10.99

Soft Skin Peeler

This is one of those little kitchen helpers you’ll never know how you lived without. Instead of mangling soft peaches or losing half the fruit of a small, fuzzy-skinned kiwi, now you can gently slice the skin away. The steel blade easily follows the contours of smaller items (like ginger), while the steel tip is ideal for removing blemishes from the produce. Made by the Swiss company Zyliss, the peeler is dishwasher-safe and features a comfortable grip handle.

Soft Skin Peeler - $7.99

Red Bear Copper & Brass Polish

Imported from Norway, Red Bear cleans and protects your copper and brass. A shake of powder, a soft sponge and water return tarnished pans to their original luster, with no messy film. It may be time to reclaim Grandma’s Revere Ware after all.

6.3 oz. can - $7.99

Scallop Dishes

The French serve their famous Coquilles St. Jacques – scallops in a creamy wine sauce – in real scallop shells like these. In fact, such shell dishes are properly called “coquilles,” which is French for “shell.” Our shells come four to a box, fresh from the sea. They are also useful for serving Crab Imperial and other seafood appetizers and entrees.

Scallop Dishes - $12.99 for 4

The Chesapeake Bay Crabbiest Cookbook by Whitey Schmidt

This is Whitey Schmidt’s eighth cookbook and ample testimony he’s earned his moniker as the “Blue Crab Guru.” Whitey has personally autographed all of his books in our store. This “crabbiest” cookbook features 210 recipes and 225 photographs which capture the flavor of the Chesapeake Bay and its culture. There are whimsical roadhouse signs, a photographic demonstration of how to eat a crab, and even a crabber’s dictionary – all accompanying easy-to-follow recipes for everything from the perfect crab cake to the ultimate soft-shell sandwich.

Crabbiest Cookbook - $29.95 (autographed)

Smoker Bag

Imported from Finland, this single use Smoker Bag makes a unique gift for the hostess, graduate or newlywed chef. Whether you use it in the oven, on the outdoor grill or even over a camp fire, this bag turns out fish, potatoes and vegetables with great wood-smoked flavor. Best of all, there’s no clean-up required. When the cooking is done, you simply throw the bag away. Suggested recipes are printed inside the package.

Smoker Bag - $3.99

Mini Cheescake Pan

Here is the perfect answer to those calorie-conscious guests who say, "I'll have just the tiniest sliver, please." Now they can have their cake and eat it too, thanks to this practical, non-stick mini cheesecake pan. Makes 12 individual cakes - or tartlets or muffins, for that matter - ideal for parties, showers, or any place dessert-lovers congregate. Removable bottoms in each tin insure an easy release. You can even top the 12 cakes with a different fresh fruit or pie filling to create a picture-pretty, professional-looking dessert tray.

Mini Cheesecake Pan - $24.99

Popover Pans

These non-stick pans with extra-deep cups help to form the tall, top-hat shape that makes popovers resemble their name. (As the batter bakes and expands, it "pops over" the sides of the cups.) Popovers are a simple batter bread composed of eggs, milk, butter and flour, and because they make such a dramatic presentation, they are an especially satisfying project for children and neophyte bakers.

6-hole - $16.99

Steady Sticks

Here's an extra hand when both of yours are busy. Whether you are spreading a beach towel, turning pages in a book, or flipping burgers on the grill, now you can safely park your drink between sips. These heavy-duty, stainless steel holders anchor firmly in the ground or sand, giving you one less thing to carry. What a perfect hostess gift for those generous friends who extend a summer invitation to their beach or river house.

2 all-purpose- $16.99

2 wine glass- $12.99

Stoneware Salt Pig

He’s got a big mouth, and you’ve seen him on TV. No, not Cookie Monster. Instead, allow us to introduce the hippest way to keep sea or kosher salt handy beside the stove. Our blue matte-glazed salt pig holds about 6 ounces of salt, stands 5” tall, and comes with a small dispensing spoon. In fact, he’s exactly what you need to add a sense of humor along with a pinch of salt.

Stoneware Salt Pig - $8.99

Here is yet another twist on the trendy beer can chicken. Now you can enjoy even more tender, moist and flavorful poultry using this stainless steel roaster. Simply place your bird atop the perforated tube. It’s the perfect position to absorb herbs, spices, beer, juice or cider, all from the inside out. Just one more reason to do as those crafty billboard cows advise, and "Eat mor chiken."

Vertical Roaster - $31.00

Electronic Yogurt Maker

Everyone knows the health benefits of yogurt. Now you can whip up your own all-natural premium yogurt for a fraction of the cost of commercial brands. This Cuisipro maker comes with an electronic timer, warning beep, and thermometer. With eight unbreakable jars, you can even go gourmet and create up to eight different flavors at once.

Electronic Yogurt Maker - $57.99

This is a neat little gizmo for chopping garlic without getting your hands smelly. According to Nextrend Products, it is "fun and easy to use" and "gathers garlic neatly." Since the Net is interactive, now you can see for yourself at www.garlictwist.com . Although the simplistic design of the Garlic Twist belies the piles of complicated design blueprints that open the video, it’s always fun to watch a chef at work accompanied by classical music.

Garlic Twist - $15.99

Old-Fashioned Ice Crusher

Solid and dependable, this tabletop crusher produces fine or coarse ice for party drinks, cold seafood beds, relish trays and chilled desserts. There’s a vacuum base to hold it in place while you crank the handle, and a big, see-through bucket to collect the crushed ice. Just the thing to transport you back to the fifties – when mixed drinks preceded dinner, and shrimp were cheap enough to feed the family.

Ice Crusher - $29.99

Square Springform Pan

Don’t cut corners. Make your cheesecake in a different shape and make a culinary statement. This 9” square pan will accommodate all recipes calling for a standard 10” or 11” round springform pan.

Square Springform Pan - $16.99

The right tool makes all the difference, and Zeroll should know. Ever since the company introduced its ice cream scoop in 1935, the product has been the world’s runaway leader. The secret is a non-toxic, fluid defroster in the handle that helps the bowl roll and release even the hardest ice cream. So treat yourself to a Zeroll, and in no time at all, you’ll be turning out perfect triple-dip servings.

Ice Cream Scoop - $19.99

Lodge Logic Cast Iron Cookware

With this new line of pre-seasoned cast iron cookware, you can eliminate the traditional process of oiling, baking and cooling before use. Lodge Logic pots, pans and skillets are electrostatically coated with oil and cured at high temperatures which allow the oil to deeply penetrate the surface of the cast iron. As the manufacturing company says, "We should have thought of this 100 years ago." Obviously, 2002 was soon enough, since the line has already won numerous awards as one of the best new products introduced last year. Bon Appetit calls it a "gotta have it gadget," while Real Simple describes it as "consummate cookware."

12" skillet - $36.00

10 1/2" skillet - $25.00

10 1/2" round griddle skillet - $31.00

Toddy Coffeemaker

Because you brew it cold, Toddy coffee tastes better hot. Connoisseurs in Latin American countries have practiced this technique for hundreds of years. Now you can use the Toddy Coffeemaker to make a pure, rich concentrate you store in the refrigerator. The coffeemaker brews either a pound or half pound of any regular grind coffee at one time. For hot coffee, you simply add one ounce of Toddy coffee concentrate to one cup of hot water. The result is never bitter, always rich and smooth tasting. Because it’s cold-water brewed, Toddy coffee retains all its flavor, while the heavy oils and acids released by heat remain behind in the grounds. People who have not been able to drink coffee before swear by the Toddy brew. Serious coffee-lovers discovered it long ago. Each cloth filter lasts approximately 6 months.

Toddy Coffeemaker - $38.99

Extra Filters - 2 for $3.99

Extra Stoppers - $0.50

Microplane Graters

You may recognize it as the familiar carpenter’s rasp, but the Microplane zester is currently creating quite a buzz in upscale kitchens everywhere. The word is that Martha Stewart ordered several hundred to give as gifts one Christmas. And no wonder – these stainless steel, razor-sharp tools shave zest off citrus fruit and grate cheese perfectly, with just a gentle sweep down their surface. Lee Valley Tools – which carried the rasp long before the owner’s wife conceived of using it to make her Armenian orange cake – has reported a jump in sales from 1-2 dozen per month to over 10,000 a year. Good story; grate product.

Sometimes it’s the smallest items that make the biggest difference in your kitchen. Hence, the ribbon-blade graters from Microplane. These seemingly simple, hand-held graters give you short, perfect curls of cheese or citrus fruit with every stroke. Best of all, you can grate and shred in both directions, making a back-and-forth motion - not only the most natural, but the most efficient as well. Whether your specialty is grilled cheese sandwiches or lemon meringue pie, you’ll love the ease of these new graters.

Microplane Zester - $13.49

Ribbon Grater - $15.49

Fine Ribbon Grater - $15.49

Microplane Rotary Grater

Sharper is better. You may know Microplane's other products, including its well-loved lemon zester. The company's patented cutting edges were originally designed for shaving wood, which makes this fine rotary grater faster and more efficient than other models -- even the classic French Mouli grater. Microplane's version has a larger hopper, longer handle, and a pouring lip for easier grating of cheese, chocolate and nuts. Should you choose to show it off, the clear/black grater makes a stylish addition to your table.

Microplane Rotary Grater - $25.99

Nutmeg Grinder

When Columbus sailed from Spain looking for the East Indies, nutmeg was one of the spices he sought. For anyone who craves its spicy, sweet taste, a nutmeg grinder is absolutely essential. Our little grinder resembles a pepper mill and comes already filled with nuts. Just one twist and you can immediately see and smell the difference between freshly-grated nutmeg and the powdered, commercially-packaged version. Now all you need is the perfect spice cookie recipe.

Nutmeg Grinder - $31.00

Nutmeg (1.8oz. Tube, approximately 10 nuts) - $6.39

True Blue Kitchen Gloves

You’ve undoubtedly heard the hype about the ultimate household gloves – all true. True Blue Kitchen Gloves have been called the most durable, versatile, comfortable pair of gloves you’ll ever own. They slip on and off easily thanks to a cotton liner that absorbs perspiration. Their amazing dexterity allows for a good grip, even when you’re polishing thin fork tines or washing slippery glasses. And because True Blues are made of vinyl, they won’t crack like latex gloves, even after months of hard wear. You can even toss them in the washing machine – or to your clean-up helper. Sizes: S, M, L.

True Blue Kitchen Gloves (small) - $10.99

True Blue Kitchen Gloves (medium) - $10.99

True Blue Kitchen Gloves (large) - $10.99

Meat Tenderizer

You’ll be the star of the evening when you use this meat tenderizer to break down tough fibers. You can even use it to pierce meat before marinating to enhance the flavor. The stainless steel prongs are strong and sturdy, and the heavy-duty, spring-loaded mechanism will still be functioning long after your daughter has given up tofu.

Meat Tenderizer - $6.99

Dehydrator

You’ll save money, time and effort with a food dehydrator. You’ll also process more food with better nutrition, because its gentle heat removes only the water, not the vitamins and minerals. When fresh produce is so plentiful, it’s not only satisfying but economical to dry your own fruits, vegetables, and even jerky without chemicals or preservatives. Our dehydrator comes with five drying trays, and an instruction and recipe booklet. Whether you need energy on the trail for summer, or ingredients for hearty soups in the winter, you’ll be glad you took advantage of summer’s bounty.

Dehydrator - $89.99

Portable Stove

Not that we don’t trust the electric company, but a cold dinner on an even colder evening isn’t something we look forward to. So plan ahead for winter, or just any power outage, with a portable stove. This compact little burner measures just 13” x 10”, and comes with a carrying case. It can operate continually for up to four hours on one butane cartridge, while its built-in, solid-state ignition system means you never need matches. Its self-contained design and easy portability make it a good choice for sportsmen and campers as well.

Portable Stove - $33.99

Butane Cartridges- $3.49

Pineapple Slicer

If a trip to Hawaii is not in your immediate future, a juicy, fresh pineapple may at least evoke the proper atmosphere. Now there is Easy Slicer, a clever plastic pineapple corer that works like a corkscrew. In one easy action, it cores and slices your pineapple, keeping the shell intact for you to use as a decorative serving bowl. Aloha!

Pineapple Slicer - $12.99

Aqua Kitchen Scale

Measuring by weight is more exact than measuring by volume. In fact, most European recipes list ingredients by weight: in grams if they are solids, and in liters if they are liquids. Now at last, there is the Aqua Kitchen Scale, a scale that weighs both liquid and dry ingredients in both metric and American measures, with an adjustment feature for weighing liquid with different densities. The flat, counter-top scale adjusts to hold most bowls or containers, and the digital display is easy to read.  It also incorporates a kitchen timer.
5 kg x 1 g, 11lb x 0.05 oz.
5000ml x 5ml, 175 fl. oz. 1/4 fl. Oz.

Aqua Kitchen Scale - $49.99

Butter Keeper

What good is freshly-baked bread without a ready supply of soft butter? If you’ve found it impossible to keep butter at a spreadable temperature, we’ve found your answer. Our butter keeper is based on a centuries-old French design. You simply pack a stick of softened butter in the top part of the “bell,” then up-end it into water you’ve poured into the bottom part. You can easily store your butter on the kitchen counter, because the water prevents air contact, thereby keeping it fresh for up to a month. Now, what will it be: French, cinnamon-raison, or wheat?

Butter Keeper (Blue Trim) - $8.99

Circular Shish Kebob Skewers

Shish kabobs not only taste delicious but look artistic, especially when served on the Circular Kebob Skewers. Measuring 7 1/2” in diameter with a decorative spiral end, these round skewers fit most dinner plates and make for an unusual and elegant presentation. In fact, you’ve probably seen these rounded skewers already, as they’ve graced the covers of several gourmet magazines and Asian cookbooks.

Set of four skewers - $12.99

Brown Sugar Disc

If one of your culinary pet peeves is rock-hard brown sugar, join the crowd. Sometimes it seems that all you have to do is turn your back, and the whole bag goes rigid overnight. Clearly, you need the Brown Sugar Disc to keep it soft for 4-6 months at a time. You simply soak the disc in water, place it in a container with the sugar, and by the next day, you’ll have brown sugar as soft as the day you bought it. Ideal for those stretches of time when you’re too busy to bake, not to mention during humid summers.

Brown Sugar Disc - $2.99

Krumkake Baker

Using the Krumkake Baker, you can now make this delicate Scandinavian cookie much faster because you make it electrically. The baker looks like a waffle iron, and quickly, effortlessly, turns out two perfect 5” krumkake cookies at a time. The grids are embellished with an intricate Old World design and the baker comes with a wooden cone roller, so your krumkakes look and taste authentic.

Krumkake Baker - $54.99

Apple, Pear, and Potato Peeler

You’ll do your fingers a favor with an apple/pear/potato peeler. This popular kitchen tool peels, cores and slices with minimal waste, all in one easy operation. It has a strong clamp-on base and stainless steel blades to insure years of trouble-free use. Imagine yourself putting up jewel-like jars of applesauce and apple butter. Make mashed potatoes, pommes frites and homefries in half the time. It’s always a treat when you can find a way to save time without giving up the pleasure of cooking from scratch.

Apple/Pear/Potato Peeler - $25.99

Brisker

You don’t need the National Climatic Data Center to point out that moisture in the air is absorbed by dry foods, which causes them to lose their crispness. Instead, we clearly need a Brisker to protect potato chips, dry cereals, crackers, bread crumbs and other pantry staples. But just for fun, here’s the official scientific evidence. “Assume a kitchen at 70 degrees and a relative humidity of 80 percent. The temperature inside the Brisker on the kitchen counter is approximately 98 degrees, which means it is warmer than the kitchen air and can hold more moisture in suspension. This causes the 80 percent relative humidity in the kitchen to drop to 35 percent inside the Brisker. At this level, moisture in the air is not absorbed by dry foods; thus, they stay crispy.” Class dismissed. Pass the pretzels.

Brisker - $99.99

Leakproof Springforms

The Noblesse springform pan cannot reduce the number of calories in your cheesecake, but it can reduce the number of problems you have in making it. These non-stick pans are cleverly designed with a bottom lip extending 3/8” beyond the edge of the pan wall. This creates what the manufacturers call “a mini moat” to catch dripping butter or batter before it hits your oven floor. Another very attractive feature of the Noblesse pan is its absolutely flat bottom, which allows you to slide your baked cake smoothly onto the serving platter. (Most springform pan bottoms have a rim around the perimeter of the base which makes it difficult to remove cakes, particularly cheesecakes with crumb crusts.) Now, admit it. Isn’t that a great excuse to make a cheesecake more often? Available in 3 sizes.

8" Noblesse Springform - $24.99

9" Noblesse Springform - $15.99

10" Noblesse Springform - $27.99

Stove Top Smoker

Bring barbecue flavor indoors with the Stove Top Smoker. Just put the smoker on your kitchen electric or gas burner, and you get unmatched smoked flavor. You can take uncooked fish, poultry, meat and game from start to finish inside the smoker. Or you can grill your food until it is mostly cooked and then put it in the smoker for a quick finish. You can even smoke your food before grilling, which adds more wood flavor than if you had grilled it first. And because the smoker cooks without fats or oils. Your food tastes light and healthy.

Stove Top Smoker - $42.99

Milk Frother

Now you can create that rich, creamy froth that gently floats on top of cappucino, latte, mocha and café au lait. The Caffe Froth is quick, easy to use, and produces even better froth than professional style espresso machines because there are never any water droplets injected into the milk. (In our own, unofficial experiments, we’ve found Caffe Froth works best with skim milk.)

Caffe Froth - $21.00

Cast-Iron Hibachi

A number of you have asked for a good old-fashioned, cast-iron hibachi. Our Sportsman’s Grill fits the bill. Made by one of the oldest foundries in the United States, this small grill has two adjustable heights and no breakable parts. It’s equally at home at a campsite on a riverbank as it is on a back porch in the city. The coals are easily accessible behind a flip-down door – and, of course, that quality cast-iron construction hold the heat like nothing else can.
Due to weight, this item incurs special shipping charges

Sportsman's Grill - $144.99

Electric Rice Cooker

Every time we turn around there’s a new and better way for rice-lovers to prepare their favorite grain. Zojirushi features a rice cooker with a special non-stick lining. You can make up to 10 cups, then depend on the automatic shut-off mechanism to hold it at just the right temperature for several hours. And because the rice never burns or sticks, cleaning your cooker is equally care-free.

Electric Rice Cooker - $74.99

Garlic Baker

If you’ve never had roasted garlic spread on fresh bread the way the Italians eat it, you’re in for a real treat. Our terra cotta garlic bakers come complete with recipes. The small size holds one head of garlic, while the large size will hold up to 4 heads. Both go right from the oven or microwave to the table for serving. So break out the bread and break down the inhibitions.

Garlic Baker - $8.99

Cheese Leaves

In France, grape leaves freshly plucked from the vineyards are the traditional presentation for the cheese platter. Our faux French Cheese Leaves (20 per package) are made of parchment paper, but they are such exact replicas your guests will never know the difference, - and you can use them over and over again.

French Cheese Leaves - $11.50

Romertopf Clay Cookers

According to archaeologists, clay pot cookery can be traced back thousands of years. In fact, the Romans used earthenware pots much like the Romertopf bakers. Available in 4 sizes, our porous Romertopf bakers make food more tender and improve its flavor. You simply soak the pot and lid in water, and as the food cooks, the moisture is released to blend with the natural juices.

#109 Clay Baker (3-5 lbs) - $32.99

#111 Clay Baker (4-6 lbs) - $39.99

#113 Clay Baker (up to 14 lbs) - $62.99

#117 Clay Baker (up to 17.5 lbs) - $74.99

Pizzelle Maker

Import a bit of Italy to your house with our pizzelle cookie irons. With our electric pizzelle makers, you’ll soon be turning out dozens of these traditional cookies. They’re our first choice for holiday gift-giving, not only because they’re unusual, but because they keep fresh for a long time if tightly sealed.

Pizzelle Maker - $54.99

Chef's Choice Electric Knife Sharpener

If you’ve invested in really good knives, you’ll want the best possible sharpener. That’s the Chef’s Choice diamond-honed electric knife sharpener. In three steps it guarantees you “hair-splitting sharpness.” First it gets rid of the old edge, then it sharpens, and finally its micro-diamonds hone and polish your knife. Best of all, Chef’s Choice will not detemper good quality knives the way other electric sharpeners do. Specify black or white.

Chef's Choice Knife Sharpener - $91.99

The Perfect Fish

…is not the one that got away. It’s the one you bake, broil, poach or barbeque using Perfect Fish. This useful gadget is a 6 1/2” long ruler in the shape of a sardine. You simply measure the thickest part of your fish, and the sliding crossbar automatically matches up the measurement with the exact length of time to cook it. Everything from a 3” thick whole salmon to a 1/3” thick cod filet comes out tasting delicious – not raw and not overcooked. In short, just perfect.

Perfect Fish - $4.25

Whipped Cream Maker

What’s a hot fudge sundae without whipping cream and a cherry? And how can you tell it’s really cappuccino without the whipping cream? Having agreed it’s indispensable, we might also add that whipped cream is often time-consuming (when whipped with a mixmaster) or artificial-tasting (when bought in an aerated can). The whipped cream maker is an aluminum bottle used with gas chargers that allows you to whip real cream at home with the flick of your finger.

Whipped Cream Maker - $39.99

Box of 10 Chargers - $6.99

Toaster Oven Pans

So -- you live in a dorm, spend weekends on your boat, or travel in an RV. You’re on the go or short of space, and the toaster oven becomes your appliance of choice. Now you can handle a wide variety of sophisticated foods using these compact Nordic Ware pans designed especially for toaster ovens. Heat muffins on the cookie sheet for breakfast. Bake a casserole in the roasting pan for dinner. You can even broil meats and vegetables with excellent results -- that is, if you’re ready to give up toasted cheese sandwiches for a while.

Casserole Pan - $9.99

Cookie Sheet - $8.50

Broiler - $11.50

Grilling Pan Set - has been discontinued by manufacturer

Pocket Pepper Mill

For the serious gourmet who appreciates the difference between fresh-ground flakes of black pepper and pulverized gray powder, there is the pocket pepper mill. Just under 3" tall, it is easily carried in purse or pocket in its own black velvet bag. Now you'll be prepared when no waiter stops by your table with a giant wooden pepper grinder. Actually, a personal pepper mill is especially fitting when you remember that peppercorns were once so rare, they were even used as currency.

Pocket Pepper Mill - $9.99

Fresh Herb Keeper

Pretty and practical for parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme – not to mention chervil, mint or lemon grass. Now you can store herbs in the refrigerator and they'll stay fresh for days. The keeper features an acrylic body which holds the herbs upright, with just their stems submerged in water. A tight lid protects against the absorption of refrigerator odors, while providing adequate circulation to keep the leaves fresh. Also great for storing fresh asparagus.

Fresh Herb Keeper - $15.99

Eggexpress My Egg

Trust Krups to satisfy even the most picky soft-boiled egg eater. The EggExpress Egg Cooker ($39.99) boils up to seven eggs — soft, for the perfectionist; medium for the less-runny enthusiast; or hard, for the Easter bunny. The dual switch allows you to both boil and keep warm, while the removable holder makes it easy to cool your eggs under cold tap water. Use the lid either as a drip tray or a serving tray – and give yourself an AA grade for technique.

EggExpress Egg Cooker - $39.99

Private Preserve Wine Saver

Now you can enjoy a bottle of wine, a glass at a time. The secret is Private Preserve, the original inert-gas aerosol spray used by so many Napa Valley wineries. Unlike other products that suck oxygen out of the bottle, Private Preserve creates a barrier against oxidation by laying down a "completely safe gas blanket" of nitrogen, carbon dioxide and argon. Reseal the wine bottle with an airtight stopper (not the used cork) and you can keep it for weeks, even months, without your second and third glass tasting flat or acrid. Even though the full can feels suspiciously empty, Private Preserve can be used 120 times – and it also protects sherry, cognac and delicate cooking oils.

Wine Saver- $9.95

Kiwi Kleener lambswool duster

Prepare for Spring Cleaning by treating yourself to one of the most practical yet aesthetic tools you'll ever use. Kiwi Kleeners are made from imported New Zealand and Australian lambswool, mounted on hardwood handles. Lambskin retains lanolin, which acts like a magnet to attract dust. From small collectibles to vaulted ceilings, now you can dust your entire house without using chemical sprays.

10" Small Duster - $7.49

24" Medium Duster - $11.50

48" Large Duster - $13.99

94" Extendable - $17.50

Note: Oversize shipping charges apply to the Large and Extender sizes.

Baking Stones and Pizza Peels

Yes, you can turn out crisp crusts in a home oven. The secret is a baking stone -- made of material similar to professional pizza ovens -- which provides the direct dry heat you need to achieve a perfect crust. The stones also work well under free-form loaves of bread. And don't forget a pizza peel, that long-handled paddle you'll need to transfer the pizza to and from the hot baking stone. It takes some practice to master the correct technique, but once you get the hang of it, you'll look like such a pro.

13" Round Baking Stone - $12.99

14x16" Rectangular Baking Stone - $19.99

All Wood Pizza Peel - $21.00

Wood & Metal Pizza Peel - $16.99

Aluminum Pizza Peel - $21.00

Note: Oversize shipping charges apply to these items.

Oxo Angled Measuring Cup

This new measuring cup might have come right from the Jetson's kitchen. Look straight down into the cup to read the patented angled markings. It's so much easier than holding it up to eye level, then adjusting the amount of liquid you poured. The non-slip handle is soft and comfortable in your hand. In fact, this measuring cup is so distinctive, you might just want to leave it out on your counter as a kitchen conversation-starter.

1 cup size - $7.99

2 cup size - $8.99

Coeur a la Crème Molds

Translated as "heart of cream," this beautiful molded desert is the perfect choice for Valentine's Day. Not only is it quick and simple to make, but when it's topped with fresh red berries, it creates a romantic finale for a lover's feast. This classic desert originated in the French countryside. The first molds were simple baskets, lined with cheesecloth so the whey could drip through, leaving only the delicious "heart" of the cream.

Individual size - $3.99

Large size - $9.99

PEAKfresh Produce Bags

Say good-bye to brown lettuce, wilted parsley and mushy strawberries. PEAKfresh bags slow down the natural aging process because they remove the ethylene gas released by produce after harvest. Unlike ordinary plastic bags, PEAKfresh bags can breathe, so they not only allow harmful ethylene gases to escape, but they also minimize moisture formation and bacteria growth. You can even re-use them for several months, as winter parsnips give way to early spring asparagus.

PEAKfresh Bags - $7.99 (ten 12" x 16" bags)

Pizza Stone Scrubber

This easy-grip hardwood scrubber has a tough, stainless steel brush attached. It’s the perfect tool for removing baked-on food from your pizza stone. It will not, however, render your baking stone like new - nor should it. As the scrubber label warns, "The pizza stone will darken naturally with each use, showing a history of great pizzas. Darkening of the pizza stone is desirable and should be considered a point of pride."

Pizza Stone Scrubber - $14.99

Microplane Large Shaver

If you love cheese and chocolate, you need this paddle-styled shaver designed exclusively for your two favorite foods. Its laser-welded blade delivers thin, clean slivers of hard cheese to top a salad or pasta dish, or decorative chocolate shavings to garnish a mousse or cake. This grater is part of Microplane’s durable "Professional Series," featuring a patented process that produces an ultra-sharp cutting edge.

Microplane Large Shaver - $16.99