Category — Accessories

Kitchen countertops have a tendency to become cluttered quite quickly. Not only are they used for all manner of kitchen appliances and gadgets, but also as a work area to actually prepare meals. Often the flurry of prep work takes us to a point where we gaze longingly at the stove, not because of the food it may soon deliver, but because of all that unused space. Usually it’s a bad idea to go stacking things on the stovetop, but with this set of two Vintage Embossed Silver Metal Burner Covers the stovetop can be transformed into a nice flat surface, perfect for working with teacakes and mincemeat pies.

Microwaves are fantastic devices, allowing for leftovers to be quickly and easily reheated. However, as efficient as the appliances may be, they aren’t too hot at heating more than one plate at a time. Most any microwave has room to spare when only one plate is placed inside of it, but as anybody who has suffered squished side dishes knows, all that space is usually better off left alone.

The Helman DMW-83 Dual Microwave Stand changes that by allowing two plates to be stacked together without any fear of a mash-up. The 3-inch tall stand doubles the usable interior of the microwave without adding a second oven. At a price of only $2.99, it seems a reasonable way to get more out of your microwave, Or, for the truly space-conscious individual, pick up a case of forty.

A whisk is certainly a handy little utensil to have floating about the kitchen. From scrambled eggs to whipped cream, it does its job easily and efficiently. That doesn’t mean the design cannot be improved upon. With bunnies, for example.

The Kikkerland Rabbit Silicone Whisks, 2-Piece Set is a whimsical upgrade to a kitchen essential. Both the 8-inch and 11-inch whisks in the set feature red and white silicone construction complete with a molded rabbit silhouette worked into the design. And if rabbits aren’t your thing, they are also available in Squirrel and Bird varieties.

Everybody loves the magic of magnets, especially when they are miraculously embedded in a beechwood trivet. But when this Staub Round Magnetic Trivet arrives at the table, there is no need to revert to primate behavior and start throwing stuff: it’s just one of man’s own creations.

Available in two diameters, 6.5-inches and 9-inches, the handy trivets stick to cast iron and–don’t be surprised–other magnetic cookware, allowing for hot pots and pans to be used directly at the table. So everyone can set down for dinner and have a peaceful meal with no worries of leaving any marks. Unless your name is Tila Tequila.

Offering a new way to ‘see’ the doneness of eggs while they are cooking, the Egg-Perfect Egg Timer represents cooking progress visually. When placed in a pot of cooking eggs, it absorbs heat and changes color as it ‘cooks’. Easy-to-follow markings alert you to when the eggs are done to your liking. From soft-boiled eggs to hard-boiled eggs, the little timer keeps track of the cooking for you—as long as you remember to watch the pot.

It’s not a good idea to go for broke when handling eggs. But putting all your eggs in one basket doesn’t necessarily have to be the challenge it’s cracked up to be. Safely ensconced in individual holders, a dozen eggs can rest (over) easy in the Mesh Wire Egg Holder. Designed for display, the egg basket measures 8.5-inches in diameter by 12.5-inches tall. With a sleek matte black metal finish protecting the eggs, this is one time it’s okay to count your chickens before they hatch.