Made from waterproof melamine and wood materials, this graphic dish drainer is by far one of the most stylish kitchen countertop designs. Designed by Ernest Perera and produced by Delica; winner of the Découvertes ELLE DECO contest in the 2008 Maison&Objet.

17.3"w x 21.6"l folded.

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Bake a special, heart-shaped treat in this Le Creuset stoneware for any occasion. It is "virtually non-porous and fired at high temperatures, giving it unmatched strength and durability with resistance to chips, cracks and stains. Enameled surface makes it easy to clean and scratch-resistant. Won't absorb odors or flavors, and resists moisture absorption. Moves from refrigerator or freezer to oven to table for beautiful presentation. Covered baker features an extended rim for easy handling. Dishwasher safe."

Holds 2.75qt.

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Michael Pollan's "In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto" will be available in paperback soon! One of the most invaluable books on healthy eating, it should be in every household's kitchen. Really.

An interview with Pollan from Morning Edition on NPR can be found here.

256 pages.

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The Bistro Toaster by Bodum is designed to toast to perfection. The variable browning button lets you set the toaster to your preferred browning, delivering perfectly toasted bread, which will make you want to sing to this recording-microphone-look-alike toaster. It includes a handy defrost feature and comes with a rack to keep bread, bagels, muf?ns, and croissants warm. The toasting slots have adjustable widths allowing the toaster to keep the toast in place. The toaster also features a slide out crumb tray for easy cleanup and a cord retainer to adjust or store the cable away. Honorable Mention of the 2008 RedDot Design Award.

11"w x 9.75"h x 8.5"d.

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Bob's Red Mill caraway seeds are fresh and great for making many kinds of rye bread. Sold in a case of eight packages (64 total ounces/4 pounds).

Each package: 8oz.

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Most bottle openers are stored away when not used, but this well-designed stainless steel elephant bottle opener deserves its own spot on the kitchen counter or on top of the fridge. Designed by Jørgen Møller.

0.5"w x 2.25"l x 1.75"h.

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Core, slice, AND peel apples or potatoes in one (yes, ONE!) easy, super fast operation. Made of enamel-coated cast-iron with stainless steel blades and a chrome shaft.

4.125"w x 12.5"l x 5.25"h.

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Designed by Maija Louekari for Marimekko, this tea towel set features both the Pakkanen and Pikkunen patterns. They are great for drying dishes or simply for decoration, also they make excellent hostess gifts.

Each towel: 18.5"w x 27.5"l.

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Designed by Williams-Sonoma and made by Nordic Ware, this cast-aluminum cake pan bakes a super cute, three-dimensional bear cake in two halves that can be joined and decorated with icing. The premium nonstick finish releases the cake with its fine detailing intact.

16"w x 9.75"l x 3"h.

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Having a fondue party for the winter holidays? This brushed stainless steel electric fondue pot from Cuisinart is the perfect one for you. No more fiddling with lighting fuel or keeping food from clumping. This electric fondue set is practically foolproof! The 3-quart pot suits cheese, broth, oil and chocolate fondues. An adjustable temperature-control probe lets you prepare your fondue and keep it at the perfect temperature without scalding. The whole unit is immersible and dishwasher-safe, and the pot's nonstick interior ensures easy cleanup. Eight fondue forks, stainless steel fork ring and instruction/recipe book included.

9.5"w x 7"l x 14'd.

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