Although it doesn’t look it, this little guy is a kitchen timer. The Urban Creature line of timers feature four different styles. No matter if you choose Floral, Bones, Hex or Blossom, the distinctive style is sure to brighten up your kitchen décor. Hit the jump for a gallery of all four.
(Via The Kitchn)
Chances are you enjoy eating, but not brushing up afterward. That’s okay, the dental industry thanks you. However, if you avoid the bathroom sink because brushing can be a messy affair, it might be time to consider the Brush & Rinse Toothbrush.
Available now for pre-order, the toothbrush does away with rinsing glasses, clearing up space on your bathroom counter. The patented toothbrush is constructed in such a way as to divert water upwards, turning your regular ol’ faucet into a drinking fountain. Hey, if it gets the kids to brush, it’s a good thing, right? Remember, strong teeth means better eating.
As a promotional tie-in to the new movie, the SciFi Channel recently ran a Land of The Lost marathon. Deeply rooted memories of Sleestaks and Pakuni bubbled up as I tuned in to watch, but amid all the cheesy sets and bad acting one character emerged that I did not remember: the spray-painted pig.
Apparently the mortal enemy of Chaka and the rest of the Paku, the pig was adorned with bright blue and pink circles. I can see how that may be frightening, but nothing compared to this Pig Mitt from Boston Warehouse I ran across today. Perhaps it’s due to revived Sleestak nightmares, but I’m pretty sure the teeth alone will frighten any small child. Star this oven mitt in a stop-action animation, and you got yourself not only a needed kitchen accessory, but a hit TV show as well. In the early 70’s, that is.
Practically every time I cook, I drop a utensil on the floor. Usually it is a result of trying to balance one too many things or to avoid messing up another dish. Whatever the reason, I could dramatically reduce utensil-related mishaps if I only had a stable base to rest cooking implements — perhaps something like this Lobster Spoonrest.
Bright red and sure to provoke conversation, the handy earthenware crustacean is a convenient holder for your cooking spoon. Easily wiped clean, the spoon holder saves countertops and stoves from the drippy, runny messes that all too often accompany mealtime. No matter what you’re cooking, this helpful little lobster is there to give you a claw hand.
***UPDATE 12/4/24: The original lobster has swam away. Here’s a Lobster With Salt and Pepper Shaker Figurine trying to lend a hand instead.
A secret family recipe that is always a hit consists of a crab and cheese* mixture on bread. These sure-fire party treats need to set up in the freezer before they can be unleashed. If I’m bringing them to a party, what better way than to just grab ‘em out of the freezer?
The Fat Daddio’s Lid For Half Sheet Pan is a perfect solution for storing and traveling with baked (or about-to-be-baked) foods. Snapping into place and with a height of 1.75 inches above the pan, the lid is easy to use and accommodates many cakes or other foods. Plastic wrap may be good for some applications, but if you’ve got a ringer of a recipe, you’re going to be bringing that tray out all the time. Best to cover up, and protect those appetizing goodies.
*Yes, I know. Fish and cheese rarely go together. But remember, crustaceans are not fish, and anybody who has ever had a shrimp and cheese po’ boy in New Orleans would understand.
With the NBA Playoffs dribbling towards their inevitable conclusion (Cleveland in 5 over L.A.), it seems appropriate to highlight a basketball-themed kitchen gadget. With so many kitchen gadgets on the market it seems a bit difficult to choose only one. In that regard, here is the Magic 3 in 1 Basketball Peeler Bottle Opener Storing Case.
The three-point play combines a peeler, a bottle opener and a storing case. While the storing case is a bit of a stretch (foot on the line), the other two features are certainly useful. Granted, they all come in a weird basketball contraption, but somebody’s got to want one of these, right? Currently priced at $4.99 down from $16.99.
(Via Craziest Gadgets)
