Nespresso Aeroccino 3
Before the coffee geeks cry out with indignation: yes, I realize I am linking to a Nespresso product and Nespresso is a blight on the coffee-making world, but this is not one of their wasteful coffee pod contraptions. No, the … (More)
RSVP Stoneware Grease Keeper
I’m a big fan of Dan Benjamin’s Bacon Method site, which describes how to make perfect bacon every single time using an oven pan rather than a skillet. (Admittedly, I still like to use my cast iron skillet for this … (More)
Baking Steel
Baking pizza at home seems like it should be a simple project, but it can be a little tricky. The outer crust and the pie center don’t always cook evenly, and you might even end up with some burnt zones. … (More)
Neat Ice Kit
The guys at Studio Neat, makers of the Glif tripod mount for the iPhone and the Cosmonaut stylus for iPad, are putting on another Kickstarter for a…*cough*…neat kit for making super-clear ice at home. It uses an insulated, block-shaped ice … (More)
Bialetti Pasta Pot
I’ve been cooking a lot of pasta at home lately, and it’s gotten a bit tiresome transferring noodles back and forth between the cooking pot and our colander, possibly losing some noodles along the way. The 5-quart Bialetti Pasta Pot … (More)
Toddy Cold Brew System
There have been a lot of coffee makers and accessories on Tools & Toys over the years, but somehow, the Toddy Cold Brew System has never been featured (only mentioned once by yours truly). Maybe Shawn and Stephen just aren’t … (More)
Eva Solo Stainless Steel Grating Bucket
I enjoy having freshly grated cheese over a store-bought package, but what I don’t enjoy is the inevitable cleanup afterward. The way most graters are designed, the cheese just falls all over the place if you’re not careful, but not … (More)
Camano Coffee Mill
The kitchens of many coffee nerds are practically overflowing with coffee paraphernalia, but a lot of that stuff isn’t very well-suited for traveling. Electric burr grinders are no exception to this, which is why hand grinders are so great. They … (More)
Belkin Kitchen Cabinet Tablet Mount
The generically-named Belkin Kitchen Cabinet Tablet Mount is a great way to use your tablet (ok, let’s face it, your iPad) in the kitchen without putting it in danger of being spills and accidents. With an easy-to-install arm that requires … (More)
Rösle Pizza Wheel
When it comes to kitchen accessories, do you prefer the boring old-school tools, or gadgets that look like they were stolen straight out of a MoMA exhibit? If you’re in the latter camp, you should check out the Rösle Pizza … (More)
Bonavita Variable Temp Gooseneck Kettle
We’ve mentioned the standard Bonavita Gooseneck Kettle ($42) before, but the kinds of coffee nerds who experiment with AeroPress recipes are likely to want very precise temperature control. And that’s exactly what the Bonavita Variable Temperature model ($90) brings to … (More)
Moderna Artisan Double-Wall Thermo Glasses
A good drink — hot or cold — should be about more than just the taste. The smell and look of a beverage round out what can be a simple, yet enjoyable, experience. That’s one reason I like the Moderna Artisan … (More)
Lodge Guitar Mini Skillet
This mini skillet is designed to bring some rock and roll to the kitchen. Made in the USA, it’s even the right brand of rock and roll. At 10-3/4 inches by 4-5/8 inches, some Amazon reviewers claim this makes a … (More)
‘Stay calm’ dishes
Anxiety is a very real foe, and these plates are here to help. Handcrafted from white earthenware clay with lettering in black glaze, they remind you to keep cool and stay calm. These dishes are made to order, and are … (More)
The Best French Press Pot: An Espro Press
The Espro Press makes an amazing cup of french press coffee. It has a double-walled steel vessel that is rugged and durable. After brewing you can leave the coffee in the pot and it will stay hot for over an … (More)
Hand Crank Ice Cream Maker
One of the best parts about summer is traditions. Trips to the beach, family reunions and extra hours of daylight all add up to some great memories. One such tradition for many families — mine included — is enjoying homemade ice cream. … (More)
Bear Paw Meat Handling Claws
Bear Paw claws are standard equipment in any BBQ King’s castle. They come in great for handling meat during three types of occasions: (1) when you’re dealing with raw meat and don’t want to wash your hands every time you … (More)
Vitamix 5200 Blender
This here is the Cadillac of blenders. The Vitamix 5200 has a 2 horsepower motor (that’s one-third the power of my Craftsman lawnmower out back). My wife and I saved up for this thing so we could make our own … (More)
Microplane’s Mini-Blades Meat Tenderizer
Here you’ll find one of the most effective — and manliest — ways to tenderize your steaks. Alas, this meat tenderizer is illegal in 17 states.
AeroPress Stainless Steel Coffee Filter
When you buy an AeroPress it comes with a pack of paper micro-filters. These work fine and are easily disposable. However, for something different, there is this stainless steel AeroPress disk. The disk is reusable and has ultra-micro perforations so … (More)