Kitchen

If you’re hosting overnight guests or serving a big group for brunch, a toast rack is a must for your tablescape. By letting the water vapor escape between slices, toast racks keep each piece of toast crispy, so none get soggy like they do if stacked on a plate. You can’t go wrong with this…

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I am, quite possibly, the world’s worst flower arranger. This is why I keep things like Ikebana vases on hand. An ikebana vase is a vessel used for the arrangement of flowers according to the Japanese style of ikebana, which emphasizes symmetry, natural materials, and geometric shapes. I’m especially in love with this large glass…

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Between children’s paintings, announcements and invitations, my refrigerator is looking messier than my desk. I’ve been in search of magnets strong enough to hold it all together, but ones that look… chic. These gorgeous glass refrigerator magnets are just what I needed. They’re super strong and the 48-pack includes twelve bright, beautiful colors that make…

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These silicone bento box organizers from Pottery Barn Kids are an extremely useful (and adorable) addition to school lunches. They’re made from BPA-free silicone and come in packs of four navy star or pink heart-shaped designs. They’re safe in the dishwasher, microwave or freezer, and are a great way to portion snacks, add some dip…

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I’ve never attended a Tupperware party, but I’m not sure I want to since these Stasher Silicone Reusable Storage Bags have been giving Tupperware a run for their money since they hit shelves in 2016. More recently, Stasher upgraded its eco-friendly storage products with flat bottom bowl styles. They’re made from the same food-grade platinum…

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I love fine china and delicate tableware, but with that love comes mountains of dishes that require hand-washing which I love… less. However, the Laundress united with Aromatherapy Associates to combine their best-performing dish formulas with award-winning natural essential oil blends and it transformed dishwashing for me. Instead of facing a full sink as a…

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The Last Line is known for jewelry, but their housewares are a sleeper hit. They even named the section on their website PARTY because they’ve made a ton of playful glassware, serveware—pretty much everything you need to throw a party. And one party essential that’s often overlooked is the ice bucket. This hand-painted, enamel ice…

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James Beard-nominated Jessica Koslow is famous for her jams, preserves, jellies and breads. This raspberry jam with a twist of vanilla bean will put a dressed-up twist on that classic PB&J. Warning: it is addicting. There is a 90% chance you will become Joey Tribbiani and just attack the jar with a spoon.

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With “Back to School” comes school lunches, AKA PB&J season. With this brilliant little tool from the Container Store, you won’t waste a dollop of peanut butter or jelly. The silicon spoon end can reach into cans and jars, even narrow bottles. And the flat end spreads jellies and condiments. Making sandwiches has never been…

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After starting out as a fashion designer, artist Laetitia Rouget began experimenting with various creative media, including ceramics. Me thinks she found her calling?! These dessert plates are my favorite. Made in Portugal and hand-painted with playful phrases like “Who said I can’t cook?” “Winner, winner, chicken dinner” and my personal favorite: “Her main passion…

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