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A new sophisticated collection of modern chef knives, the Robert Welch Signature Knives are a stylish choice for passionate cooks. With sweeping sculptural handles the Signature Knives are designed to fit comfortably in your hand. Developed with the help of professional chefs, the knives feature a full length tang and have high-quality, fully-forged, hardened steel blades. Each blade is carefully angled to minimise fatigue, creating alluring fluid profile. A brilliant contemporary knife collection, the Robert Welch Signature Knives are available from John Lewis.
Robert Welch Signature 8cm Vegetable Knife - £22
Robert Welch Signature 12cm Serrated Utility Knife - £27
Robert Welch Signature 14 cm Serrated Utility Knife - £28
Robert Welch Signature 14cm Kitchen Knife - £28
Robert Welch Signature 14cm Cooks Knife - £32
Robert Welch Signature 18cm Cooks Knife - £36
Robert Welch Signature 17cm Santoku Knife - £36
Robert Welch Signature Sharpening Steel - £29
Posted by Kate on August 1, 2008 12:04 AM
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A new design for the already popular Chef'n PepperBall, the G'rabbit Grinders give these handy mills some character and personality. The G'rabbit Grinders offer a family friendly style perfect for your dinner table. The sculpted handles form the ears and the grinders are re-filled through their cute bunny tails. Easy to use with just one hand, it's great both in a busy kitchen or at your dinner table. Available in two colours, the black G'rabbit features a carbon steel rasp for pepper while the white G'rabbit uses a ceramic rasp for salt. A fabulous set that is both practical and adorable, the G'rabbit Grinders are £15.99 each from Lakeland.
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Posted by Kate on August 4, 2008 12:07 AM
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Batch cooking is a brilliant way to combine convenience and home cooked meals. On weekends or when you've extra time you can create double portions of delicious sauces and meals. Then, rather than cooking after a busy days work, you can simply defrost your own healthy dinners. Ice Cube Trays like this one from Mastrad are perfect for freezing sauces or purées in convenient sized portions. The Mastrad Ice Cube Tray features a soft silicone base under each pocket that releases the ice cube with a quick push, while the water-tight lid fits snuggly into the tray and is held in place by a silicone edge. Designed to be stacked, the trays nest together for a solid level base which prevents spills in your freezer. Proof that good design can improve even basic kitchen items, the Mastrad Easy-Pop Ice Cube Tray is £6.99 from Lakeland.
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Posted by Kate on August 5, 2008 12:03 AM
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Nothing says party like cake and ice cream, and now Nordicware have created a clever new Cake Mould that celebrates this party classic! Rather than one large cake, the Nordicware Cake Mould makes six individual cakes each shaped like an ice cream cone. To serve you just need to top with your favourite ice cream. Mint Choc' Chip, Double Fudge or plain ol' Vanilla, the plain cake cones will complement any flavour. To decorate simply sprinkle with hundreds & thousands, chocolate sauce and a bright red cherry. A great activity for children's parties, every guest can create their own special dessert. A brilliant new cake design from Nordicware, the Ice Cream Cone Cake Tin is £23.95 from DeCuisine.co.uk.
Posted by Kate on August 6, 2008 12:03 AM
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In the last ten years we've seen the Kitchen Aid Mixer sporting the most fashionable colours to create a dramatic contemporary style. I love all the bright vibrant colours, but in an expensive appliance I want something that will compliment my kitchen for years to come no matter how I decorate my kitchen. Till now that choice has been the bland cream or the bold black; but now Kitchen Aid have created this dark decadent chocolate. Subtle enough that it won't look huge in your kitchen, yet strong enough that it doesn't disappear into the wood work, the Chocolate Mixer offers a rich alternative to monochromatic appliances. Originally designed in 1937 by Egmont Arens, the vintage inspired Kitchen Aid Mixer is a true kitchen icon which is widely available for £349 at department stores, independent cookshops. Online the Chocolate Kitchen Aid Mixer is £339 from Armorica.
Posted by Kate on August 7, 2008 12:05 AM
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With a charming botanical elegance, the Sanderson Etchings & Roses Tableware combine traditional decoration with modern sophistication. The beautifully detailed engravings are applied using a special technology that creates a metallic finish that shimmers and shifts from silver to gold. Each piece features a a different engraving from the Sanderson vault, creating a lovely garden across your table. Perfect for mixing with your plain white china or as a complete collection, the Sanderson Etchings & Roses Tableware is available from John Lewis.
Box of 4 Sanderson Etchings & Roses Dinner Plates - £25
Box of 4 Sanderson Etchings & Roses Tea Cup and Saucers - £12
Box of 2 Sanderson Etchings & Roses Coffee Cups and Saucers - £12
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Sugar Bowl and Cream Jug - £20
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Salt and Pepper Shakers - £10
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Teapot - £25
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Gravy Jug - £15
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Covered Dish - £15
Posted by Kate on August 8, 2008 12:02 AM
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After watching the spectacular pageantry during Opening Ceremonies of the Bejing Olympic Games, there is now an abundance of inspiration for a celebratory barbecue or party. You can quickly add a splash of eastern glamour and flair to an Olympic garden party or even a quiet garden meal with this Balinese Parasol. Available in a sophisticated Fuchsia, Tangerine or Lemon, the bright colours capture your attention and imagination. Full of delicate features and fine details, the Balinese Parasol captures some of the charm and magic of far off shores. The large fabric umbrella is supported by many bamboo struts each finished with a dangling gold tassle or bells and decorations. The two-piece wooden pole is decorated with lovely golden motifs for that extra sparkle. A brilliant centre-piece with exotic flair, the Balinese Parasol brings adventure and beauty to your garden for £99.95 from Scotts of Stow. (Best viewed with Internet Explorer)
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Posted by Kate on August 11, 2008 12:05 AM
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Bringing to mind the exotic adventure of 19th century safari hunters, the Andrew Martin Jungle Plates offer the magic and excitement without hurting a fly. With a sophisticated palette of black and taupe, the plates blend modern minimalism with African inspired beauty. Like a small safari adventure, your guests will make their way through your delicious dessert to discover the animal sketch on the centre of their plate. With a tiger, monkey, elephant and giraffe included in the set, each guest finds their own unique creature. Made from white porcelain and finished with a precious platinum edge, the elegant four-piece Andrew Martin Jungle Dessert Plates set is £30 from John Lewis.
Posted by Kate on August 12, 2008 12:04 AM
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I'd love a set of these Harlequin Goblets to pair with my Grandmother's bone china. The beautiful soft colours are a brilliant way to bring subtle colour to white china patterns, while the sculpted stems compliment both vintage decoration and sharp modern designs. Available as a set of six, each glass features a different coloured bowl supported by a clear glass base. A great addition to parties, your guests will find it much easier to remember which glass is theirs. Fabulous colour that compliments both modern and vintage tableware, the Harlequin Goblets are £22.95 from Scotts of Stow. (Best viewed in Internet Explorer)
Posted by Kate on August 13, 2008 12:07 AM
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I love rainbow sets of nesting bowls, they just seem to exude happy optimism, but I'll admit I often wonder how many of those bowls you'd actually use. As always Joseph Joseph have also noticed this, and created a clever Prep Set. The eight-piece set includes a large non-slip mixing bowl, a smaller mixing bowl with a pouring spout, a colander, sieve and a set of four measuring cups. Each brightly coloured piece features large convenient handles and nests within each other to neatly store out of the way. A great way to keep your kitchen organised, and a great gift for students or house warmings the Joseph Joseph Multi-Colour 8-Piece Bowl & Food Stacking Prep Set is £35.00 from Heals.
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Posted by Kate on August 14, 2008 12:00 AM
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An interesting alternative to the 8-Piece Prep Set, the Joseph Joseph 3-Piece Juicer and Bowl Set offers a bright and tidy collection at a competitive price. The three piece set features a bright yellow juicer, a medium sized non-skid bowl, a small mixing bowl with measurement marks and a pouring spout. Each piece features large handles that nest neatly together, easily in reach without wasting precious kitchen space. With bright attractive colours the Joseph Joseph 3-Piece Juicer & Bowl Set is both appealing and practical, and at £14.99 from Heals the designer Juicer & Bowl Set is affordable too.
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Posted by Kate on August 15, 2008 12:03 AM
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Maybe we don't know how to manage modern life while preserving our planet, but that doesn't mean we can't try to bridge the gap. Just because they are environmentally responsible, doesn't mean they can't be products you'll love. Take the Green Planet Frypans for example. Made from 50% recycled aluminium and with lovely bamboo handles the Green Planet Pans have less impact on the environment, but their elegant design is still stunning in the kitchen. The layered bamboo handles have a warm natural beauty that complements the clean modern design of the pan. Featuring the Classic Teflon non-stick coating, the Green Planet Frypans are currently on sale at Lakeland.
24cm Green Planet Frypan – £10.99 (RRP £17.99)
28cm Green Planet Frypan – £11.99 (RRP £19.99)
Green Planet Stir-Fry Pan – £12.99 (RRP £21.99)
Posted by Kate on August 18, 2008 12:06 AM
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One of the hottest kitchen trends is to use silicone, and recently nearly every kitchen product has been designed to make use of it's wonderful flexibility. In measuring cups it's normally been used to just flatten them for easy storage, but the Flipper Spoons & Cups are just that bit more clever. The Flippers have used careful design to actually make them more useful. Each of the silicone cups is suspended from a hard plastic ring, this allows them to turn inside out and instantly double their capacity! Instead of a handful of spoons and cups in your drawers, there are only three pieces in each Flipper Set. With wonderfully tactile finish the Flipper Spoons are so fun to use and keeps your counters less cluttered when baking and cooking. A great example of clever design with new materials, the Flipper Spoons and Cups are available from Lakeland.
Flipper Spoons - £6.99
Flipper Cups - £10.99
Posted by Kate on August 19, 2008 12:09 AM
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I love it when designers blend contemporary trends with classic kitchen designs. It brings a fresh modern style and brings a new vitality to much loved designs, like these new acrylic containers from John Lewis. The traditional clasp lid is given new life with this luscious fig colour. Like their clear counterparts, there is no need for labels with these transparent containers and the metal fastening makes sure they are air tight. A great way to add style and organisation to your counters or cupboards, the Fig Canisters add a quick splash of modern colour to your kitchen. Apparently available in a variety of sizes, the 1.6L Acrylic Fig Storage Canister is £9 from John Lewis online.
Posted by Kate on August 20, 2008 12:09 AM
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Well known for creating new innovative designs of daily kitchen essentials, now Eva Solo have transformed the common dishcloth. Using modern microfibre technology and a sculptural 3rd dimension, the Eva Solo Dishcloth offers new practicality and better function. Instead of a typical crumpled cloth, the Eva Solo Dishcloth is sewn into sturdy tube with an absorbent foam core that can stand independently. This ensures that the cloth can properly dry between use, preventing mould growth and foul smells. Ideal for keeping your sink and counters clean, the Eva Solo Dishcloth even comes with a small conical steel stand that catches any drips. Combined with the additional cleaning power the microfibre offers, the Dishcloth offers cleaning power and contemporary style. A brilliant modern design that brings new elegance to your kitchen counter, the Eva Solo Dishcloth is £25 from Panik Design.
Eva Solo Sand Dishcloth - £25
Eva Solo Grey Dishcloth - £25
Posted by Kate on August 21, 2008 12:08 AM
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When cooking large meals or simply cooking with little ones under your feet, ever feel like you need an extra pair of hands? Lakeland claim to have found a brilliant kitchen helper, that keeps things things stirring so you don't have to. Rather than being tethered to the hob when making sauces, gravies or custards, the vibrating 'Stirr' just needs to be activated and placed in the pan. The battery powered gadget on tall spindly legs keeps things moving, ensuring nothing sticks to the bottom and preventing lumps. A new British invention, Lakeland exclusively offer the new Stirr for £14.99.
Posted by Kate on August 22, 2008 12:02 AM
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Recently someone dropped us a line asking if we knew anyone that made nice Over-Sink chopping boards with a colander. The best one we've seen available in the UK is the Pop Strainer & Over-Sink Board from Cotswold. A winner of the 2007 “Excellence in Housewares” award, the Pop Strainer & Over-Sink Board is durable, multifunctional and compact. Featuring a durable poly cutting board the Over-Sink Board protects your knives and is safe to put in the dishwasher. The colander uses the new Pop Strainer design which slots into the Over-Sink Board and collapses flat when not needed. The Pop Strainer is made from flexible silicone that is both heat and dishwasher safe. A brilliant way to maximise your counter space, the Pop Strainer & Over-Sink Board makes it quick and easy to rinse and chop. A great addition to small kitchens, the Pop Strainer & Over-Sink Board is just £12.95 from The Cotswold Company.
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Posted by Kate on August 25, 2008 12:14 AM
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Rustic glamour may sound like a contradiction, but these Ceramic Oil Bottles by Emile Henry offer a sophisticated balance of farmhouse charm and chic style. Emile Henry has finished these traditional ceramic oil bottles in a gorgeous fig and creamy beige that follow today's tableware trends. The Emile Henry name rises faintly through the glaze, cast into the bottle itself. The gleaming glazes are tough and shock resistant, ensuring their beautiful finishes won't scratch. The easy-flow spout ensures both a continuous and controlled stream, while the ceramic protects your delicious oil from sunlight. Old world practicality mixed with modern convenience and glamour, the Emile Henry Ceramic Oil Bottle is £20 from John Lewis.
Fig Emile Henry Ceramic Oil Bottle - £20
Natural Emile Henry Ceramic Oil Bottle - £20
Posted by Kate on August 26, 2008 12:06 AM
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Who can resist stealing that sneaky taste of cookie dough when baking delicious kitchen treats? Now with the Fred Batter Finger you won't get in trouble for dipping your finger in the bowl. A brilliant example of Fred's ability to blend humour and charm into everything they do, the handy silicone spatula stirs, scrapes and makes frosting a breeze. A cheeky design that everyone will love, the Fred Batter Finger is £6.00 on Amazon.co.uk.
Posted by Kate on August 27, 2008 12:00 AM
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A fabulous new collection of useful kitchen gadgets, Art Cook has brought modern style to even the most basic tools. The sweeping forms and dynamic designs are accented by the brilliant titanium finish. The clever air cushioned handles offer a comfortable secure grip no matter how messy you get. Hard working tools that offer a fresh new view of boring kitchen staples, these ergonomic delights will instantly catch your attention. Available with either grey or lime green handles, these flash kitchen products are perfect for both minimalist designs and bright family homes. A new addition to the Lakeland catalogue, the Typhoon Art Cook Kitchen Gadgets Collection includes nearly everything you can think of (and are currently in a handy 2 for 3 offer).
Typhoon Art Cook Pizza Wheel - £12.99
Typhoon Art Cook Tenderiser -£13.99
Typhoon Art Cook Reamers - £13.99
Typhoon Art Cook Peeler - £9.99
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Posted by Kate on August 28, 2008 12:10 AM
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An extension of the Art Cook Kitchen Gadgets, I can't help but be impressed with their new Vegetable Masher. Made from tough titanium, the light reflects beautifully from the lacy ring pattern that makes the mashing plate. The nylon handle is supported by thick sweeping legs creating an elegant silver arch. Combining glamour and function into a single utensil, the Art Cook Vegetable Masher makes even simple mashed potatoes fashionable. A part of the Art Cook Utensils Collection, the Art Cook Masher is £19 from John Lewis.
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Posted by Kate on August 29, 2008 12:05 AM
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