The little ball-bearing that rattles around the bottom of the spray paint sounds kind of like ice clinking around in a glass, right? No? Well, listen again. And use the Kikkerland Graffiti Cocktail Shaker next time to make mixed drinks. And despite how many you have, try not to get the two confused.
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Modernist Cuisine: The Art and Science of Cooking
“The most important book in the culinary arts since Escoffier.†–Tim Zagat Still hot of the press, and already Modernist Cuisine: The Art and Science of Cookingis creating a stir. Eliciting comparisons to the Auguste Escoffier tome, Le Guide Culinaire is no small feat. (Ironically, that 100-year old text has an upcoming release date for… Continue reading Modernist Cuisine: The Art and Science of Cooking
Used Cookware As Art
There is no doubt that cuisine can at times transport one to another place, but that place doesn’t necessarily have to be terrestrial. Proof can be seen in Christopher Jonassen’s book, Devour. What may look like a faraway world is in fact something else quite down to earth: pots and/or pans. Cookware may only last… Continue reading Used Cookware As Art
Heinz Ketchup Creativity Contest
Heinz Ketchup today announced their fifth annual Ketchup Creativity Contest. Participants will be asked to re-imagine the iconic ketchup bottle label with the grand prize winner receiving a cash prize as well as having their artwork produced and distributed on the classic container.
Pepper Grinder For The Homesick
Nothing beats a home cooked meal (except for a home cooked meal that has no dirty dishes), but unfortunately it is not always possible to have one. While homemade taste may not always be possible, a taste of home can. Freshly ground black pepper may or may not remind you of home, but the Chef’n… Continue reading Pepper Grinder For The Homesick
Saltine Bling
Food-inspired jewelry will never go out of style (as long as we keep eating, that is). However, it’s usually not the lowest rung on the food chain that gets the gold. Usually. In this case, it does get the gold. Literally. The un-fanciest of crackers, the lowly saltine, has now become elevated in status with… Continue reading Saltine Bling