Tag: kitchen

Have you ever picked up something and imagined its creative and functional possibilities beyond the obvious?

Lately, I had that moment when I was looking at some trays in a store. Trays have so many possible functions in so many rooms that they really are indispensable. My philosophy is all about rethinking traditional applications in modern ways. With so many style options, a simple tray can find its way into anyone’s life. No matter how much you spend, a well-appointed tray can add style, texture and a bit of sophistication that serves up great décor.

(Zester Daily) - The C word—that is, clutter—is this years mantra. Or rather the D word—declutter.

When the utensil drawer jams and you need a hard hat to open a cupboard, it’s time to get a grip. But where to start? What’s the plan? What can be saved and what can be tossed?

Certain tools are essential: can openers, wooden spoons, rolling pins.

The following is a round-up of news items compiled by the Hitched editors during the week of June 27, 2014.

Little Has Changed In Household Chores

Women have leaned in at the office and the men have stepped in and picked up the slack at home, right? Well, the data seems to have stayed about the same for the past 10 years according to the latest American Time Use Survey from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Back in their 2004 release 84% of women spent some of their time doing household activities, such as housework, cooking, lawn care, or financial and

Domesticity starts in the kitchen. Whether your building your kitchen from the wedding registry or marrying two former kitchens together, here’s a list of what you must keep and what you can toss:

The Big Bowl
With one large bowl, you can make a variety of dishes, from salads to ceviches. We prefer metal to glass because we can bang it around on the counter and in the sink without worrying that it will break. Wood is fine for salads, but don’t use it for ceviche because the bowl will get a fishy smell. Mixing bowls are one of the few pieces of equipment that you can cheap out on. Save your money for a good quality skillet, roasting pan, or Dutch oven instead.