New Ceramic Pitcher by Emile Henry

For your summer parties, invite color and style to the table with the new Emile Henry water pitcher glazed in the serene and light hearted colors of sand, slate, sky and figue. This urban bistro styled pitcher with simple geometric lines is made from all natural Burgundy clay and is designed for both hot and cold beverages. It blends classic French with a modern twist and the result is a sassy little beverage pitcher.

Made from the same materials and using the same process as used in the creation of Emile Henry ovenware, the pitcher is so durable and heat resistant that it withstands the rigors of kitchen use unlike most ceramic or stoneware pitchers that chip or crack easily. The pitcher retains hot or cold temperatures longer then metal, glass or stoneware pitchers and it is dishwasher safe. It also fits nicely in a refrigerator door and makes a lovely vase.

Complete kit from Berndes Cookware for Creating Crepes

Do you like crêpes, but don't have everything you need to make them? Berndes cookware has the solution: Create-A-Crêpe Kit. The Berndes crepe pan is 9.5" and constructed from heavy gauge spun and drawn aluminum and has a 3-layer nonstick interior and a 2-layer nonstick exterior to protect against sticking and burning. The Create-A-Crepe Kit also includes a spatula, ladle, six recipe cards, and crepe mix. It also makes a great wedding gift.

La Forme Perfect Springform Pan from Kaiser Bakeware

I love cheesecake. To make a great cheesecake, you need a springform pan. Kaiser Bakeware, the company that invented the springform pan, is the place to go for the best quality springform pans on the market. They have many varieties of springform pans - from tinplate to their top-of-the-line La Forme which features a dual layer nonstick coating that's cut resistant.

The new La Forme Perfect line combines the technology of the popular 2-layer non-stick La Forme pan lined with silicone for easy removal of your cheesecake and other bake goods. My favorite is the 11-inch La Form Perfect Springform with two bases - its the perfect springform pan for your kitchen.

The Perfect Pressure Cooker from WMF

Check out the Perfect Plus Pressure Cooker from WMF - available in various sizes from 2.5qt to 8.5qt. These pressure cookers are great for cooking vegetables, stews, soups, fish, poultry, roasts, etc. and they lock-in the flavors for a perfect meal. These pressure cookers from WMF are made with high-quality 18/10 stainless steel, designed by award winning Studio Wagner, and are easy to use and clean - they're dishwasher safe.

Colorful Blue Ceramic Flame top Cookware from Emile Henry

Emile Henry has introduced a brilliant new color, Azur, in their line of flame top cookware. Emile Henry's flame top cookware is handcrafted from clay from the Burgundy region of France and can be used on a direct flame, in the oven, or in the microwave.

The Emile Henry Azur Flame cookware includes 4 sizes of Round Dutch Ovens (which can be used for cooking stews, rice, and other dishes where the benefits of the clay cookery locks in the flavors): 2.6qt, 4.2qt, 5.5qt, and 7qt; a 3.4qt Brazier; a large, 17x11" Roasting pan; and last but certainly not least, a Moroccan Tagine.

Check out the beautiful assortment of elegant blue flame top cookware from Emile Henry for cooking on the grill, stove top, or oven this summer.

For detailed information about Emile Henry's innovative flame top product manufacturing, check out this video with Emile Henry's CEO, Jacques Henry, showing how the flame top cookware is made and how it performs in the kitchen.

Rosle Barbecue and Grilling Tools

As summer arrives, the BBQ grill becomes an important part of preparing meals and entertaining. Successful barbeque grilling takes three steps: cleaning and preparing the grill, tending the foods while on the grill and then finally serving. For the successful grilling experience, we have the five essential barbeque tools. These tools are warranted to last a lifetime, even if used by the person who grills in all weather conditions and seasons. The tools are heavy duty and gorgeous.

The 18-inch barbeque grill brush, barbeque fork, barbeque basting brush and barbeque spatula, are made of 18/10 stainless steel and are as elegant as they are high performing. The nearly 16-inch locking tongs feature a one–handed locking mechanism so the tongs close for convenient storage and open with a just a squeeze.

GRILL PREP:

The four headed grill brush cleans faster then single head or double head brushes, getting the job done in minutes. The four, tubular-shaped, brushes feature short, brass bristles to scrub every awkward corner of the grill. The brushes rotate and are replaceable. The grill brush cleans all outdoor grill racks including the most common: cast iron and steel.

GRILL TENDING AND SERVING:

The two-tine grilling fork is durable and strong enough to hold the heaviest cuts of meat and yet the tines are slender just pricking the meat rather then digging holes into the flesh and releasing juices. Meats stay tender and moist inside.

The spatula features a beveled edge and a wide blade, 4.7-inches x 4.3-inches, so tender foods such as fillets of fish can be safely lifted and carried to a platter.

The basting brush features a scoop style face for loading sauces and a basting face for spreading marinades. The heat resistant, silicone front end is easy to clean and is replaceable.

The tongs open and close with a light squeeze and the scalloped heads of the tongs are curved so they grip and hold foods better then most tongs with scalloped flat heads.

All of the tools feature sleek stainless steel handles and the Rosle trademark style of blending finishes to give both contour and depth to the product. All five tools feature a hanging loop for convenient storage. Lifetime warranty.

Paella for summer

Now that summer is fast approaching, and if you're camping or just want to cook outdoors, cooking Spanish paella is great when prepared over a wood or charcoal open fire. You also need the right pan - paella pans come in various sizes depending upon how many people are in your party. Here's a paella pan that's 45 inches in size and will serve up to 140 people! Here's a great reference for picking the right size pan: paella pan serving size chart. Cooking authentic Spanish paella not only requires the right pan, but the right recipe and approach for preparing the dish. Too often people load up the pan with too many ingredients or don't use the right rice. Here's a great guide on cooking the perfect paella. Enjoy!

Cuisipro Compact Jar Opener

Cuisipro's Compact Jar Opener makes opening jars easy, even for the smallest of hands. The new tool fits onto jars ranging from little pickle jars or water bottles to large pasta sauce jars. A gentle twist with one hand is all it takes and lids loosen. One hand turns the lid; the other is free to hold the jar. The tool then snaps closed for safe, compact storage and pops open with a push of a side button. Unlike most jar openers, this tool takes up very little space and can be transported for picnics and outdoor gatherings.

"The Cuisipro jar opener provides a Kung Fu grip on a variety of jar sizes but it is compact enough to toss into a backpack for a picnic."

Women’s Health Magazine June 2008

The Compact Jar Opener joins the Cuisipro collection of kitchen tools -- tools that feature ergonomic, textured nylon handles that are comfortable to hold and easy to use regardless of a cook’s hand size. Each tool has been designed for a specific task, offering optimal precision and performance. Cuisipro’s kitchen tools are dishwasher safe, and covered by a 25-year warranty.

Thermal Carafes from Alfi designed by James Rizzi

Keep your hot beverages hot and your cold beverages cold for up to 12 hours in style! Alfi's thermal carafes come with the alfidur vacuum hardglass liner that controls the temperature of your beverage. Alfi's Art carafe, available in 3 styles, is designed by the world famous contemporary pop artist James Rizzi. Check out these styles available from Alfi Carafes:

Alfi ART Rizzi-Heart Carafe

Alfi ART Rizzi-Cups Carafe

Alfi ART Rizzi-City Carafe