Kitchen Staples - Kitchen - Best Sellers

Damascus Steel Herb Knife

19 Aug 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Price: $69.95

These professional-quality knives were designed by renowned Danish chefs Nikolaj Kirk and Mikkel Maarbjerg to enhance the eternal joy of cooking. Manufactured by hand, each blade is made from 67 layers of steel, crafted using the Japanese damask technique, which was perfected by the sword makers of the Samurai. The ergonomic handle is made from durable ebony wood. With proper care, this is the last knife set you’ll ever need.

Herb Knife: Small and versatile, this knife is ideal for chopping herbs and any smaller item.
Fish Knife: The long, thin blade is flexible, able to slice paper-thin pieces of fish.
Chopping Knife: A larger blade for larger tasks – this is the quintessential chef’s knife.
Meat Knife: Has a sleek blade for cutting meat off the bone or to prep raw meat.
Fruit Knife: The flexible and slender blade was designed for easy peeling and slicing.

Studio North Design Chop Block - Extra Large

22 Jul 2008 20:46:00 GMT

Price: $250.00

These solid Douglas fir Chop Blocks (2000) are bookmatched – which not only gives an arresting visual effect, but helps to prevent warping over time. Generously cut, they can be placed on an end for easy storage on the back of the countertop when not in use and come in four sizes to accommodate chopping jobs both small and large. Like all Studio North Design products, the Chop Blocks are crafted from an often overlooked material: forest-salvaged, old-growth Douglas fir. A straight-grained, amber-colored wood, it’s acquired through forest salvage logging, where skilled sawyers mine usable wood out of logs that have long since fallen in the forests of the Pacific Coast. Douglas fir is durable, but will also go easy on your knives.

Oil and Vinegar Cruet

22 Jul 2008 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $38.00

Improve your salad-serving set-up with these Oil and Vinegar Cruets. These borosilicate glass bottles have superior heat and cold resistance, proving more durable than standard glass. The glass lids create a leak-proof seal and offer an easy, not too wide stream when pouring. Available in two sizes, these versatile, professional-grade containers are microwave- and dishwasher-safe, useful for salad dressing or any kind of pourable condiment. Each size is sold individually. Sneeze guard not included.

Microplane Rock Salt Shaver

14 Oct 2008 17:15:00 GMT

Price: $25.00

Don't just pass the salt. Grate it yourself. This high-performance Rock Salt Shaver is specifically engineered to maintain a sharp blade over long use with even the hardest of rock salts, the Himalayan Pink. Grate any dry rock salt into fluffy shavings to enhance flavors and textures of beef, poultry and pork, salads and fresh vegetables, melons and citrus, potatoes and pasta. The aqua blue comfort-grip handle and nonslip rubber foot ensure safe shaving. Dishwasher-safe.

Pink Himalayan Salt Rock

8 Oct 2008 22:15:00 GMT

Price: $20.00

Rocks pulled from the Himalayas have introduced us to a healthier way to enjoy salt. Himalayan rock salt brings out natural flavors in food while also helping to maintain healthy pH balance in your body’s cells, particularly in brain cells. This Pink Salt Rock is mined from boulders in the Himalayas and contains concentrated minerals that have been absorbed into it for millennia. Microplane Rock Salt Shaver sold separately.

Due to the nature of this item, we are unable to accept returns or exchanges.

Salt Pot

19 Aug 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Price: $22.00

Designed with a 1950s aesthetic, the Salt Pot has a removable lid, which keeps your rock salt free from moisture. Though the word “SEL” is debossed on the side, feel free to stash anything you like in this sturdy container.

Plus Salt or Pepper Mill

24 Jun 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $79.00

Design trio Norway Says explains the concept of the Plus Salt or Pepper Mill (2008): “The composition reflects how you grip and use the mill. The biggest element is, of course, the one you turn to grind your salt or pepper.” Made from stained and lacquered beech wood, these grinders are made for the modern kitchen. This intriguing kitchen tool was designed for Muuto, a cutting-edge Nordic design house that creates “objects made sublime through new perspectives.”

Easily refilled, the quality grinder will last for years to come.

Weighted Salt and Pepper Shakers

19 Aug 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Price: $38.00

Add a little wobble and roll to your dash of salt and pepper. These egg-shaped shakers have a weighted bottom and offer a whole new way to play with your food. Just try to knock them over.

Stainless steel exterior complements the modern kitchen.
Tops easily unscrew for easy refilling.
Plastic interior keeps condiments clean and dry.

Ceramic Salt and Pepper Shaker Set

19 Aug 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Price: $28.00

The simple, utilitarian Ceramic Salt and Pepper Shaker Set (1985) is made in the Gifu prefecture of Japan – an area that has been a center of Japanese ceramics for centuries. Made from clean, white stoneware, they have a quiet presence and neutral aesthetic that can be proudly displayed on any dining table.

Easily filled by opening the latch.
Stainless steel latch and silicone gasket maintain a tight seal.

Mortar and Pestle

22 Jul 2008 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $30.00

A simple take on a traditional tool, this Mortar and Pestle (2004) has a clean and modern aesthetic. Consisting of just an indented oak block and spherical stoneware grinder, it can be proudly left out on the countertop. The Mortar is attractive enough to be used a serving vessel for salt, pepper or other spices. Use the set to crush, grind or mix salts or spices, even guacamole and pesto.

Toothpick Holder with Toothpicks

11 Sep 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $12.00

This traditional Japanese Toothpick Holder is made with Hinoki cypress – a highly rot-resistant cedar that has a natural lemon scent. The refillable holder comes packed with cedar toothpicks that have a decorative groove at one end. Simple, clean lines allow this holder to be left out on the counter or tabletop.

Binchotan Coal Water Purifier, Pitcher Size

24 Jun 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $25.00

While this Coal Water Purifier (2006) appears black, it’s actually white charcoal, made from Japanese oak. The complex process for making white charcoal results in a hard glass-like material that’s clean to the touch (a small amount of residue is normal before its been washed) and naturally purifies water. Used in Asia for generations, Kishu Binchotan white charcoal absorbs chlorine, unpleasant tastes and odors while also infusing the water with natural minerals. Made in Japan.

Kishu Binchotan is the best grade of white charcoal for purifying water.
CO2 friendly: at the end of its useful life (approx 3 months), crush this charcoal and mix it with soil so plants can benefit from it.
Purifies water without the use of chemicals.

Chikutan Coal Water Purifier (Set of 3)

24 Jun 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $25.00

While these Coal Water Purifiers (2006) appear black, they’re actually white charcoal, made from Japanese bamboo. The complex process for making white charcoal results in a hard glass-like material that’s clean to the touch (a small amount of residue is normal before its been washed) and absorbs impurities from beverages. Used in Asia for generations, stir a white charcoal stick in your tea, water or alcohol to give it a cleaner taste. Made in Japan.

CO2 friendly: at the end of its useful life, crush this charcoal and mix it with soil so plants can benefit from it.
Purifies water without the use of chemicals.
These thin sticks are elegant and should be handled like porcelain.

Kuro Coal Refrigerator Cube

24 Jun 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $40.00

While this Coal Refrigerator Cube (2007) appears black, it’s actually white charcoal, made from Korean oak. The complex process for making white charcoal results in a hard glass-like material that’s clean to the touch (a small amount of residue is normal) and naturally purifies the air. Used in Asia for generations, white charcoal reduces odors by absorbing gases and helps keep food fresher longer by creating a healthier environment. Made in Korea.

CO2 friendly: at the end of its useful life, crush this charcoal and mix it with soil so plants can benefit from it.
Purifies the air without the use of chemicals.
Will stay active for years; occasionally expose it to sunlight so it can dry out and regain its absorption.

Louella Glass Butter Dish

22 Jul 2008 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $25.00

Harkening back to the days before margarine and obsessive dieting, the Louella Glass Butter Dish has an iconic diner aesthetic. The mold for this dish was created using a 1950s glass butter dish that was found at a flea market. Accommodating a stick of butter, Louella's classic style can go from fridge to table. "Louella, the finest butter in America" is in raised type on the top. The base and lid are made from recycled glass. Hand wash only.

Herb Pot

22 Jul 2008 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $30.00

The Herb Pot (2005) is an innovative way to store freshly cut herbs. Crafted from white stoneware, the Swedish-designed Herb Pot will preserve basil, parsley, cilantro or any other fresh herb for up to four days. Simply keep the lower reservoir full of water, place the herbs stem down and enjoy a fragrant addition to the countertop. A corner hole allows you to add more water without removing the herbs. Dishwasher safe. The Pot is not designed to act as a planter.

Douglas Fir Tip Tea

8 Apr 2009 21:45:00 GMT

Price: $7.00

Pleasant and refreshing, with a subtle lemon flavor and sweet aroma, Douglas Fir Tip Tea is a secret long shared amongst mountaineers of the Pacific Northwest. This tea is made only from the wild-harvested tips of Douglas firs, acquired in a manner that never harms the tree, but instead clears space for new growth. It can be enjoyed hot or iced. The tea is made by Juniper Ridge, a company dedicated to the preservation of the natural world in the Western United States. They never kill the plants from which they harvest materials for their products and they donate 10% of all sales to wildlife preservation efforts. One box includes 20 tea bags. Made in U.S.A.

Stainless Tea Stick

21 Feb 2008 21:12:00 GMT

Price: $25.00

A modern interpretation of the classic tea ball for loose tea, the Stainless Tea Stick (2005) is an innovative tool for brewing the perfect single cup. Spring-loaded, the tea-holding compartment slides out for easy filling and cleaning. Fill it with tea, add hot water and let it steep until it reaches your most ideal state of tea perfection. The Tea Stick is dishwasher safe, but washing is done most completely by hand.

Measuring Cup/Juicer

22 Jul 2008 20:45:00 GMT

Price: $30.00

Because fresh-squeezed citrus is so much tastier, the Measuring Cup/Juicer may change your morning routine and even your favorite recipes for the better. Made from recycled glass using a mold from 1950s, the ridged reamer lid has narrow holes that capture seeds and pulp from lemons, limes, oranges and grapefruits. Ounces and cups graduations are embossed on the two-cup measuring pitcher. Hand wash only.