I love to try new things in the kitchen – new herbs, tools, or ingredients. Many times I fall back on the old and the familiar, because they are easy and save time, but I think a good cook tries new things, challenges themself.
Here’s one of those opportunities – Williams-Sonoma is carrying a new type of roaster for chicken. It looks like something you’d see in a lab.
It’s made by All-Clad and it features a detachable arm that hangs above the roaster pan. The arm has a reservoir that can be filled with flavor infusers such as wine, beer, or …read more

I like dinner and serveware that has a sort of solid and rustic look and feel. My all-time favorite set of plates came from Portugal – gorgeous, rich colors, shiny glaze. I have very pieces left, but that’s because I didn’t put that beautiful stuff up on a shelf. My family enjoyed it each and every day. When I shop for something new, it’s those plates, that look,  that I’m trying to recreate.
I love this new set of serveware from Williams-Sonoma. It’s covered with pictures of artichokes, eggplant, tomatoes, and herbs. I like the generous size and that the dishes …read more

The first Christmas after I got married, my mom gave me a gift of cookware, a Better Homes and Garden Cookbook, silverware, and a matched set of cooking utensils. I can remember being thrilled when I opened my presents. Back at that time, I thought being a good wife meant keeping my husband in chocolate chip cookies. I took taking care of him very seriously.
Later, after my divorce, I inherited a set of my Great Grandma’s pans when she died. I love using my Grandma’s things, I love thinking about her in the kitchen, making delicious meals for the family.  …read more

Just in time for your next backyard barbecue party, Williams-Sonoma is offering sale prices on 3 different cocktail mixes. Each of these sale items is more than 50% off the suggested retail price, so stocking up is a good idea. These items are all exclusive to Williams-Sonoma.

Gramercy Tavern Cocktail Mixes
Suggested retail $15.95, on sale for $5.99
The Cranberry Daiquiri mix and the Gramercy Parksider mix are both included in this sale. The Cranberry mix is a combination of cranberry and orange juice that match well with dark rum. The Parksider is meant to mix with either vodka or gin. It contains …read more

Check out these adorable little pie molds from Williams-Sonoma. They are available in both a heart and a star shape. The molds work first as a pastry cutter – mark the shape with the lip of the mold, then lay the crust inside, fill, and bake. The Pocket Pie Molds measure 5.5″ x 4.5″ x 2″.
They are available separately or you can buy a set of two that includes one of each. These are an exclusive of  Williams-Sonomaand they do require hand-washing.

Pocket Pie Molds
$9.95 each or a set of 2 molds  for $17.00
Williams-Sonoma offers a link to a tasty recipe …read more

Still looking for something special for Father’s Day?  Is your Dad master of the grill? Williams-Sonoma has some wonderful, mind-blowing tools for the grill. “Really, like what?” you ask…..
How about his very own set of Monogrammed Grill Tools?

The set includes a silicone basting brush, fork, spatula, and tong. They have extra-long handlesand come with a storage case. This Williams-Sonoma exclusive is available plain for $79.95 or have it monogrammed with 3 initials for $99.95.

Rösle Grill Tool Set is new at Williams-Sonoma. These top-quality grill tools are manufactured in Germany and are guaranteed to last a lifetime.  They are made from …read more

Our temperature reached a high of 99 today. Tomorrow it’s supposed to get to 104. It’s most definitely grilling weather. Here are a couple of things that I found at Williams-Sonoma today:

Mesh Grill-Top Chef’s Pan
Retails for $49.95
Made of heavy-gauge stainless steel mesh, this pan has a detachable lid, and an extremely generous size. It’s 8 inches high and 12 inches in diameter. This would be a great pan for grilling either vegetables or seafood.  If you are interested in a recipe using the pan, scroll down the shopping page and you will see Roast Chicken with Smoky Potato Salad. 
This looks …read more

My sister, Robin, is a big fan of Williams-Sonoma. She’s also a fan of grilling, so today when I found this cutting board, I thought of her.

Boos Reversible Cutting Board
$199
It’s made of maple and it has two sides – one is flat for chopping or dicing veggies or fruit, but when you turn it over, it has a grooved edge that catches food juices.
There is a round version that measures  16 inch in diameter, 2 inches thick,  and an oval that run 20×12×2 inches.  It’s made by the John Boos company , a company known for “fine wood furnishing for the kitchen.”  …read more

My kitchen is finally back in order and there was never a better time to brush up on all the tools and equipment out there that I wish I could fit in this teeny tiny cooking space. Williams-Sonoma Tools & Techniques cookbook has proven to be more than just gorgeous photos (of which there are plenty) and a great way to endorse all the things Williams-Sonoma conveniently sells in their stores.
In addition to now knowing the proper way to rinse and dry brisket (run under cold water and make sure it’s completely dry) as well as shape a galette (egg …read more