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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