Cooking Made Easy
Photo courtesy of Le Creuset
Whether frying French toast or scrambling eggs to an impeccable fluff, this enameled cast iron skillet (available in 26 vibrant, yet classic colors) is easy to clean and specially formulated for higher surface temperatures—making searing and sauteing deliciously simple. Multiple sizes available, $136-250, Le Creuset, lecreuset.com
Measure Twice
Photo courtesy of Nordic Ware
Your souffle or strudel recipes are sure to be a smash when using these playful, sea glass-colored measuring spoons. The set includes five accurate, dishwasher safe, and, according to a reviewer, “indestructible” spoons with Nordic Ware’s iconic exterior flutes. Matching measuring cups also available, $7, Nordic Ware, nordicware.com
The Value of Vintage
Photo courtesy of Golden Rule Gallery
Switch up your pantry storage with a vintage Dutch ceramic crock. Perfect for storing dry goods of all varieties, this charming kitchen container, decorated with a whimsical windmill design, brings color and convenience straight to the countertop. $32, Golden Rule Gallery, shopgoldenrule.com
Spoons Up!
Photo courtesy of J. Miller Pottery
Keep counters and cooktops sparkling clean with a handmade, Minnesota-shaped utensil rest by local potter and art teacher Jessica Miller. “The sunsets, my kids, fishing, the lakes, and the mosquitoes—it’s all captured in every piece of pottery that passes through my hands,” she says. Various colors available, $30, J. Miller Pottery, jmillerpottery.etsy.com
Rise & Shine
Photo courtesy of Frieling
Fuel your coffee fix with a bold brew straight from a Frieling French press. This colorful, barista-grade accessory not only enhances the visual appeal of any coffee corner but also uses a unique filter system to bring out the best in your beans—making for the perfect cup every time. Various colors and finishes available, $100, Frieling, frieling.com
Something Sweet
Photo courtesy of TT Functional Ceramics
Handcrafted and delicately detailed by ceramic artist Tina Tan, these sweet, yet sturdy berry bowls (available in seafoam green and Caribbean blue) are a fruitful addition to the kitchen—whether for washing fresh produce or serving up a fruit salad with style. Matching colanders, mixing bowls, and oil dispensers also available, $58, TT Functional Ceramics, ttfunctionalceramics.etsy.com
