BY JOANNE FRIEDRICK

The economy may be holding back newproduct development for some businesses,but in the “what have you done for melately” world of housewares andkitchenware, companies feel the need toput forth new ideas, additional colors andimprovements on old favorites to enticestore buyers and their consumers.

A recent visit to the International Home +Housewares Show Preview in New Yorkprovided an opportunity to see in advancewhat kitchen shop operators will experience

BY LORRIE BAUMANN

Attendance at this winter’s New YorkInternational Gift Fair was solidly up and order-taking was heavy, according tothe show's vendors and management alike.With the introduction of 500 new companies among 2,800 total exhibitors,the show attracted an increased number ofindividual retailers, as well as a robust gainin the number of stores attending market,according to GLM, the show’s owner.

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28 to Feb. 2 at New York’s Jacob K. JavitsConvention Center and Passenger ShipTerminal Piers 92 and 94. Total attendanceof 35,000 represented retailers from all 50states and 74 countries, with Canada, Japan,Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Australia and theUnited Kingdom as the top source ofinternational visitors. Overall, individualbuyer attendance grew almost 5 percent overwinter 2011, with total company attendanceincreasing by 7 percent over last year.

BY A.J. FLICK

Americans are consuming more wine thanever, with the U.S. wine marketconsidered one of the fastest-growingmarkets in the world in terms ofproduction and consumption, accordingto a new Research and Markets report.

“Increasing disposable incomes, risingawareness about the medical benefits ofwine, and the resultant consumer shifttowards consumption of premium alcoholicbeverages are driving the growth in the

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wine industry,” according to the report,“U.S. Wine Market Forecast to 2012.”

“The U.S. wine market will continue growingat a rapid pace in coming years, also, andbecome the largest wine consumer in the world,surpassing France,” according to the report.

The report predicts the U.S. wine marketwill reach sales of $33.5 billion and 871million gallons of wine by 2013.

as they walk the aisles of the show this month.

Nordic Ware, a company that traces itshistory to the 1940s, came to the previewwith a new product line: 365Indoor/Outdoor Cookware. Recognizingthat consumers are entertaining outdoorsat home more often and may even wantto replicate that outdoor feeling indoors,the line includes products that can workon the grill but also on the stovetop,including griddles and pizza pans as well

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Lifetime Brands Inc. has inked a licensingagreement with celebrity chef Guy Fieri,TV personality and star of Food Networkshows “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” and “Guy’s Big Bite” and the newprimetime show, “Rachael vs. Guy:Celebrity Cook-Off.” Lifetime will design, market and manufacturer a line of cookware, kitchen gadgets, cuttingboards, pantryware and tabletop items that bring Fieri’s larger-than-lifepersonality and culinary creativity tokitchens across America.

Fieri and the Lifetime Brands team areunveiling the extensive collection to retailbuyers and media at the InternationalHome + Housewares Show.

According to Fieri, “As a chef andrestaurateur, cooking and the quest forexcellent food have always been passionsof mine and after much testing in myhome, my restaurants and even camping,I’m thrilled to be able to bring thatexcitement to consumers everywhere. Mynew cookware, kitchen tool, cutting boardand pantryware collection is speciallydesigned to blend personal elements thatI use in my own home and restaurantswith real-deal quality and performancethat delivers.”

Evan Miller, President of Sales, LifetimeBrands, said, “Guy is not only an amazingchef, but also an incredible personalitywho brings fantastic energy andenthusiasm to everything he does. Guy’sinput in the product design process isinvaluable and we love how passionate heis about infusing his personal touches intothe collection. We are really excited aboutour partnership with Guy and the vastcollection of incredible kitchen productswe are launching at the Home +Housewares Show. ”

Fieri is a celebrity chef, author and TVpersonality best known for hosting FoodNetwork shows and NBC’s “Minute toWin It.” An acclaimed restaurateur, Fieri co-owns six Johnny Garlic’sCalifornia Pasta Grill and Tex Wasabi’sRock N Roll Sushi BBQ restaurants inNorthern California as well as Guy’sBurger Joint for Carnival Cruise Lines. Inaddition to cookware, Fieri’s retailportfolio includes cutlery, BBQ sauces,salsas, wing sauces, marinated meats,frozen pizzas and appetizers and BBQtools, among other products.

Passionate about children and theirempowerment, Fieri has launched the

foundation CWK (Cooking With Kids),a program that encourages thedevelopment of healthy eating habits toaddress childhood obesity and strengthenthe family unit by sharing quality time inthe kitchen.

Food Network’s Fieri, Lifetime Brands Fire Up Partnership

Lifetime Brands is a leading globalprovider of kitchenware, tabletop, home décor and lifestyle products. Thecompany markets its products under such well-known kitchenware brands asFarberware®, KitchenAid®, CasaModa®,

Cuisinart®, Cuisine de France®,Hoffritz®, Kamenstein®, Kizmos®,Misto®, Pedrini®, Roshco®, Sabatier® andVasconia®; respected tabletop brands such as Mikasa®, Pfaltzgraff®, CreativeTops®, Calvin Klein®, Gorham®,International® Silver, Kirk Stieff®,Nautica®, Sasaki®, Towle® Silversmiths,Tuttle®, Wallace®, V&A® and RoyalBotanic Gardens Kew®; and leading home décor and lifestyle brands, including Design for Living™.

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Comings and Goings: Personnel Changes in theKitchenware IndustryDe’Longhi North America Inc., based inUpper Saddle River, N.J., named MikePrager as President and Chief ExecutiveOfficer of the Italy-based kitchen appliancecompany. Prager, past president of OregonScientific, Portland, Ore., for five years,told The Record newspaper that he hopesto increase awareness of the De’Longhibrand in North America. De’Longhi has 54employees in Upper Saddle River and awarehouse in Wood-Ridge, N.J. The 100-year-old company makes a wide variety ofkitchen appliances, including coffee andespresso makers, hand blenders, deep fryers,toasters, bread makers, indoor grills, toasterovens, electric kettles, juicers, slow cookersas well as cookware and gadgets. Pragerreports to Paul Accornero, CommercialDirector, Americas Asia Pacific and SouthAfrica, Household Division.

Dan Demicell has been hired by TruBamboo,a design manufacturer for sustainable andgourmet kitchen housewares based inBoynton Beach, Fla., as its CorporateGeneral Manager and Executive VicePresident of Sales and Marketing. Demicell

has more than 20 years of experience inretail, marketing, merchandising and businessmanagement. “Dan has the experienceTruBamboo will require in 2012 and beyondto continue to grow our rapidly expandingbrand,” said Kevin Mahoney, President ofTruBamboo. Demicell previously served asManaging Director of Foot Locker Canadaand as President and CEO of Lady/KidsFoot Locker—USA.

The Homer Laughlin China Co., maker ofFiesta dinnerware, named Carole Spangleras Director National Sales. Joseph M. WellsIII, President and Chief Officer of HomerLaughlin, based in Newell, W.Va., noted,“Carole’s role will now include developmentand marketing of OEM business and productsales beyond the Fiesta brand, adding to hercurrent responsibilities of National AccountSales. This expands Homer Laughlin’s effortsto expand its product development andproduction as an alternative resource ofvitrified ceramic products.”

Thomas McMahon has joined JuraCapresso in a newly created Director of

Meyer Extends Lease, Hires Director for N.Y. Tabletop ShowroomFollowing positive response to theunveiling of new Rachael Ray® and PaulaDeen® Tabletop Collections at both the2011 International Home + HousewaresShow in Chicago, and at the recent NewYork Tabletop Market in October, MeyerCorp. U.S. has signed a multiyear lease forits 3,000-plus-square-foot Forty-OneMadison showroom. In addition, Meyer,based in Vallejo, Calif., has appointedveteran tabletop executive Helene Braniselas Director of Sales in Tabletop, a newlycreated position.

“We’re delighted to solidly move forwardin the new year with permanent showroomspace at the most prestigious address forthe tabletop industry, and to welcomeHelene, a highly skilled tabletop salesexecutive to our newly formed tabletopdivision,” said Suzanne Murphy, Vice

President of Marketing at Meyer. “Ourbeautiful and professionally designedshowroom will be a focal point forintroducing new Rachael Ray and PaulaDeen collections at each Tabletop Show in2012 and beyond, and Helene’s industryexpertise and leadership will ensure oursuccess in quickly establishing market sharefor our two coveted celebrity brands.”

Before joining Meyer, Branisel was NationalAccounts Manager at Fitz & Floyd for 13years, where her responsibilities coveredsales for all retail channels and managementof the tabletop company’s sales force.Branisel reports to Darrin Johnston, SeniorVice President of Sales at Meyer.

Rachael Ray and Paula Deen Tabletop isoffered by Meyer, America’s largestcookware company.

Sales position, with responsibility formanaging sales representative groups andaccounts in 19 states. Jura Capresso, Closter,N.J., is expanding its sales managementteam, which will now include three Directorsof Sales to accommodate the growth of thecompany and to provide additional supportto its sales representatives and retailerpartners. McMahon will report to DavidShull, Vice President of Sales andMarketing, along with Directors of SalesLisa Biddle and John Evans. McMahonjoined Jura Capresso from a position asRegional Sales Manager for De’LonghiAmerica Inc. Previously, he worked forLifetime Brands as a Senior Vice Presidentof the company’s tabletop division.

Mastrad, Los Angeles, which specializes increating stylish and functional culinaryaccessories, has hired Tim Morgan asExecutive Vice President of Sales &Marketing. Morgan is responsible fordirecting and managing all sales andmarketing efforts in the United States.Morgan has worked for Sunbeam, Panasonic,Le Creuset, and, most recently, Tramontina,where he created new corporate sales andmarketing programs based on branding andfeature differentiation of the company’sexisting products. “Tim Morgan was chosendue to his impressive background andexceptional understanding of how to sell andmarket a brand to the public,” said MastradCEO Mathieu Lion. “His familiarity withthe departments he covers as well as hisuniquely crafted ideas pertaining tokitchenware and cookware industries assureus that he will advance our company to thenext level, and we look forward to having himon our team as we grow.” Mastrad alsonamed Mark Cassin as its new U.S.Managing Director. Cassin is in charge ofdirecting and overseeing the United Statesmarket for the France-based company.“Cassin was selected to be U.S. ManagingDirector as a result of his exceptional workperformance and unmatched ability toaccurately assess our company’s serviceneeds,” said Lion.

Swissmar and PSP USA appointed MariaBrown as Executive Vice President and TomLawler as Director of Sales. Brown has beenwith Swissmar for more than 19 years. Sheis responsible for operations of Swissmarand PSP USA. Lawler joined the companyfrom Victorinox. As Director of Sales, he willwork with the management team to buildand strengthen the U.S. sales team. “BothMaria and Tom bring a wealth of knowledgeand experience to their respective positions,”said Daniel Oehy, President, Swissmar Inc.,Richmond Hill, Ontario. Swissmar and PSPUSA are exclusive partners for theinternationally known brands Peugeot ofFrance, Börner of Germany and Wengercutlery from Switzerland.

Chelsea Schlunt, Managing Director ofKuhn Rikon USA, has expanded herleadership position at the company with fullresponsibility for day-to-day operations, asRudy Keller takes on a new role in 2012.Keller will focus specifically on new productsand the next phase of development andgrowth for the company, as Chairman of theBoard of Kuhn Rikon USA. Steve Whitewill continue as Vice President of Sales &Marketing, reporting to Schlunt. “I’mexcited that we have the right managementteam in place for growth with continuity.Superior new product development hasalways been the ‘secret sauce’ of the KuhnRikon franchise, and with Chelsea in placeas Managing Director, I’m able to focus myenergies on new products and initiatives,”said Keller. Keller has managed Kuhn RikonUSA since its founding in 1988. Then anexport manager at Kuhn Rikon headquartersin Rikon, Switzerland, Keller moved to theUnited States to introduce Euro-stylecooking to the American market. AdaptingSwiss culinary traditions to the Americanlifestyle, the Kuhn Rikon line includesworld-renowned Duromatic pressurecookers, specialty cookware, cutlery, SafetyLidLifters and award-winning Cook’s Tools.Schlunt joined Kuhn Rikon USA in thenewly created position of ManagingDirector in 2011.

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Best of the Best Honored in 2012 Housewares Design AwardsA ceramic heater, flexible silicone beakersand paper bakeware line were honored asthe “Best of the Best” in the 2012Housewares Design Awards, a designawards competition in the housewaresindustry. The honorees embody consumertrends that mix comfort, style, convenienceand functionality, reflecting the inventivedesign that is the driving force behind thehousewares industry. Twelve Best in

Category Awards were also given.

Topping the list of the more than 300entries in the annual awards competitionis the Stadler Form Anna Heater fromSwizz Style Inc. Named as the Best of theBest—Gold, this ceramic heater receivedtop honors for its incorporation of aspecial paint that ensures the white painton the heater doesn’t turn yellow—even

after being exposed to heat. This uniquefeature ensures the beautiful sleek frameblends into the homeenvironment.

Honored with the Bestof the Best—Silver arethe SleekstorPinch+Pour Beakersfrom Chef ’n Corp.They feature thecompany’s Pinch+Pourtechnology, with aflexible silicone form that can be pinchedto create a pour spout, coupled with asturdy nylon core that helps the beakersretain their shape. The set of 1-, 2-, and4-cup beakers are handy for handling hotliquids and are microwave safe.

Bringing home the Best of the Best—Bronzeis Welcome Home Brands’ Paper Bakeware.Offering a whole new way to bake, this

decorative oven-safepaper bakeware replacesmetal bakeware. Thisdisposable bakeware,made of food-gradepaper, makes it easy tobake, serve, store andgive in one unit. Theline offers numerousshapes, styles and

designs, including seasonal collections.

The Best of the Best honorees wereannounced Jan. 31 at an awards ceremonyheld at the New York Marriott Marquis inTimes Square.

In addition to the Best of the Best, the2012 Housewares Design Awards Best inCategory winners were:

Cookware & Bakeware: Welcome HomeBrands for its paper bakeware

Countertop Cooking & BeverageAppliances: Jura Capresso Inc. for its JuraIMPRESSA J9 One Touch TFT

Countertop Food Prep Appliances:Cuisinart’s Blend and Cook Soup Maker

Countertop Kitchenware: Joseph JosephInc.’s No-Spill Mill Electric Salt andPepper Mill with Closing Base

Cutlery: Robert Welch Co. for its RobertWelch Signature Range

Floor Care & Cleaning Appliances:Electrolux Home Care Products Inc. for theElectrolux Nimble

Gadgets & Kitchen Tools: Chef ’nSleekstor Pinch+Pour Beakers

Home Environment Appliances: SwizzStyle’s Stadler Form Anna Fan Heater

Home Organization, Laundry Care &Non-Electric Cleaning: Cool GearInternational Inc.’s Go Gear Travel Tubes

Home & Outdoor Décor: Nambe for itsElbow Frame

Personal, Health & Garment Care:Spectrum Brands Inc. for its Remington ProPower Series Haircut & Beard Trimmer

Tableware, Serveware & Beverageware:Black + Blum’s Lunch Pot

Referred to as the “Oscars® of homedesign,” the Housewares Design Awardsare presented by HomeWorld Business®,with sponsorship by The GourmetHousewares Show at NYIGF®, WhitfordCorp. and Gourmet Insider magazine. Theproduct submission and judging process ismanaged exclusively by the InternationalHousewares Association. Products judgedwere introduced to the U.S. marketbetween Oct. 1, 2010, and Sept. 30, 2011.No prototypes were allowed.

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Importer Chosen for Select China-U.S.Joint Security Validation Pilot ProgramMark Feldstein & Associates, inc., a leadingproduct development company andimporter of housewares and giftware hasreceived final validation as a Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) partner by the U.S. Customs &Border Protection agency of theDepartment of Homeland Security.

C-TPAT is a voluntary government-business initiative to strengthen andimprove the security of the internationalsupply chain. Established in 2001, C-TPATis a cooperative effort for importers, oceancarriers, consolidators, licensed customsbrokers and manufacturers to ensure theintegrity of their security practices and verifysecurity guidelines throughout their supplychain. By participating in this firstworldwide supply chain security initiative,companies will ensure a more secure andexpeditious supply chain for theiremployees, suppliers and customers.

First certified in 2005, MFA was selectedin 2011 to be part of a select pilotvalidation program between U.S. andChina customs to conduct factory securityaudits in China. Before this pilot

program, U.S. Customs personnel werenot able to enter China to conduct factoryvalidations. A joint team from ChinaCustoms, U.S. Customs and MFAconducted an on-site security audit at oneof MFA’s major supplier partners inGuang Dong, China. The audit teamreviewed container loading procedures,facility security systems, IT security,procedural security and personnel hiringprocesses. Only 100 factories in Chinawere scheduled to receive a validationaudit in 2011.

In addition, CBP Supply Chain SecuritySpecialists conducted an audit at MFAheadquarters/warehouse in Maumee,Ohio. This consisted of a facilityinspection, as well as review of all securitypolicies, procedures and documentation.MFA was cited as having best practices intheir supplier questionnaires and risk-assessment procedures.

“We are excited to be selected for theJoint China-U.S. Customs ValidationPilot project, and our final validationsrecognize our commitment to supply chainsecurity and strong relationships with our

supplier partners,” said Kim Howard,Import Manager at MFA.

“Completing the stringent processes toachieve C-TPAT validation provides ourcustomers with the highest quality serviceand security measures available,” addedMark Feldstein, President. “In addition,it also allows us an opportunity to take anactive role in national security and givesus a sense of community responsibility.”

C-TPAT partners such as MFA benefitdirectly by reducing the number of CBPinspections and documentation reviewswhen crossing borders. This priorityprocessing dramatically decreases the timeit takes shipments to pass throughcustoms. Partners also have a direct linkwith CBP to assist them with implementingand managing security best practices.

Mark Feldstein & Associates offers a widerange of unique, high-quality products forhome, office and personal use. MFA hasmore than 26 years of experience in thehousewares, giftware and electronicsindustry, and the company is a supplier tomore than 3,000 retailers worldwide.

BodumOpens Shopin DenverBed, Bath & BeyondBodum USA, based in New York, openeda shop-in-shop concept at Bed, Bath andBeyond in Denver’s Cherry CreekShopping Center in January. Designed tooffer consumers the complete Bodumlifestyle experience, the shop carries awide range of product lines, including thenewest kitchen electrics in the e-bodumcollection; storage, cutlery and tools fromthe Bistro line; award-winning Bodumdrinkware; and Bodum signature Frenchpress coffee makers and tea presses.

“We are truly excited to have such apowerful presence in Denver,” saidThomas Perez, President of Bodum USAInc. “This shop-in-shop concept allows usto engage our target customer and educatethem about our products, designphilosophy and ‘the Bodum way.’ Via thismodel, we are making a statement thatBodum is a one-stop source for accessiblehome design.”

The Bodum shop-in-shops are designed,merchandised and maintained by theBodum team and resonate the same lookand feel as the Bodum concepts in therest of North America and Europe.

In July, Bodum opened its first pop-upshop in Toronto’s Distillery HistoricDistrict. That shop was designed as atemporary store to serve holiday shoppers.Bodum also operates a lab store in Paris,where customers may test products beforepurchasing as well as offer feedback on the items.

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Who hasn’t wished for one extra day to accomplish everything that needs to be done? Well,the International Home + Housewares Show has heard the call and answered with an extraday at its 2012 show, March 10-13. That means opportunities for even more products tosee and manufacturers to meet. We will certainly let you know in next month’s issue howmuch excitement that extra day brought to the show (once we’ve rested up).

The International Housewares Association has been the voice of the $300 billion industryfor 73 years, but that doesn’t mean it’s going to rest on its laurels. The IHA has releasedits first mobile app to help show attendees make the best use of their time. “This new appwill allow buyers and other show attendees to navigate the show more efficiently, and quicklyand easily find all suppliers, show events and buyer services,” said IHA President Phil Brandl.“We believe that this new tool will represent a significant improvement in a buyer’s abilityto take advantage of time spent at the Show.” The “ih+hs 2012” app is available for iPhoneand iPad in the iTunes Store or for Android devices in the Android Market on the IHA’swebsite, www.housewares.org.

As Editorial Director Lorrie Baumann reports on the front cover of this issue, attendanceat this winter's New York International Gift Fair rose along with the number of orders taken,which is heartening news in this staggering economy. One of the IH+HS presenters, PerryJames of the NPD Group, advises offering consumers “multi-function products” that helpthem save time and money. “Communicate to them how they can save money from yourproducts,” he said. Editor Joanne Friedrick saw some of these exciting new gadgets at theIH+HS Show Preview and includes examples in her front-cover story in this issue as well.

Last year, Tom Mirable, Senior Vice President of Global Trend and Design at LifetimeBrands, told IHA members that one of challenges for retailers and manufacturers 2012 wouldbe bucking the downsizing and “anti-consumerism” trends Americans are embracing.He suggested offering exclusive products, inspirational displays, engaging events andoutstanding service to attract consumers. As we pack our bags for the IH+HS, as wellas upcoming shows including the New York Tabletop Show in April and the NationalRestaurant Association Show in May, we will be on the lookout for such signs and whatwe hope is a trend begun at the NYIGF for a thriving industry in 2012.

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Who doesn’t like something new? There’s a certain level of excitement and intrigue aroundthe idea of seeing or experiencing something for the first time. Fortunately, ours is an industrythat is filled with newness, and there is probably no better opportunity to experience thatthan at the International Home + Housewares Show.

Yes, there are iconic brands or products within lines that will stay the same. But much ofwhat we get to see and hear about at the show is based on the latest innovations. Maybeit’s a new color trend—tangerine, anyone?—or developments in materials, making them BPA,PTFE or PFOA free. Other product trends may revolve around its ability to be stackable,collapsible, bendable or capable of some other contortion that aids storage and usage.

A show such as this provides the joy of discovery; a chance to explore the possibilities. Noteverything that is presented comes out a winner. Some of these innovations that intrigueus will, no doubt, end up on the clearance table. But what is life without some miscues alongthe way? Isn’t it better to present fun, new options that may engage your customers thanto always play it safe?

I say that if something catches your eye as you head to your scheduled appointment, takea minute to stop and check it out. If you are curious, maybe your customer will be as well.And if you find out that not only is this a great-looking product, it ’s highly functional aswell, than everyone will benefit.

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10 retAiler profile

11 product review

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Although well known internationally andwithin the foodservice industry as a leadinghotel and restaurant supplier, Revol is justcoming into its own with American retailers.The French porcelain company, which hasbeen family-owned for 11 generations, hasbeen making a push in recent years to buildits U.S. presence. Jonathan Pearson, who isbased in Atlanta, recently spoke withKitchenware News about Revol and thecompany’s plans for the U.S. market.

Q: What has been Revol’s experience inthe U.S. market?

A. Revol has two divisions, one forfoodservice and the other for retail.Anyone who has gone to culinary schoolhas experienced Revol, which is knownfor its ramekins and soufflé dishes. We’vealways sold to the United States, such asdirectly to Sur La Table. But about fiveyears ago, we wanted to do it properlyover here, so we opened a distributionoperation based in Atlanta.

Q: Why was the timing right to expandin the U.S.?

A: Consumers are smart about cookingthese days. They watch the Food Networkand they watch the celebrity chefs whobring in these particular brands, and itstarts to have an effect on the consumer.With that being the case, Revol fits inwell because it is oven to table. Retailershave picked up on that (how products arebeing used on TV), so the next step wasto get consumers to know Revol.

Q: So what are some of the things you’redoing to get people to know Revol?

A: We found whenwe were focused onfoodservice that wedidn’t have to worryabout packaging.But now that we aretargeting consumers,we need to focus onthe Revol-brandedproducts. So this

year, we are focusing on branding andpackaging and putting sets together. Weare doing some “try me” and gift-with-purchase items because it’s all about valuethese days. If we can get people to get ithome and try it, then they will understandRevol. The promotions are designed toget those pieces into their hands morequickly. Revol is an education, but we arelooking for ways to make that decisioneasier for our consumers.

Q: What are some of the promotionsyou’ll be doing?

A:We just introduced a basic lasagna dish.We looked at our best sellers and we didit in five colors and teamed it with asmaller rectangular dish. We also offer apoultry baker in the same five colors forthe same price. And we have three “try me” pieces: a basalt tray that we createdfor foodservice but now offer to the consumer; a rectangular dish from ourBelle Cuisine line;and a baker witha flat lid fromthe

Cook and Play collection.

Q:What should people know about Revoland its history?

A: When people think about culinaryhistory and expertise, they think aboutFrance. We are the original makers of theramekin and the soufflé. We go back to theFrench Revolution, and our products arestill made in France by acompany that has beenfamily operated for 11generations. It ’s acompliment that we arestill in business and stillinnovating in design.Even though we have along history, we are stillpushing forward. Andalthough we have a lot ofcool, modern pieces, ourtraditional items sell best.

Q: You mentioned starting in thefoodservice arena: What is yourrelationship with chefs?

A: We’ve been providing what the chefneeds to make his or her life easier,because they always want to createsomething new. In France, we sponsor thePaul Bocuse Institute (a cooking andhospitality school in Lyon), which is wellknown there, but in the U.S., it may notbe as well known. We have a chef inCape Cod we work with. I wouldlove to team with someone whopeople already know, butteaming with a celebrity can beexpensive and short lived.

Q: What else has Revol done topromote its brand?

A: Revol is very diverse. In France, we did a campaign with McDonald’s. But

we’ve also made the dinnerware for the royal family in Monaco. Disney hascome to us, as has Starbucks. So getting that kind of attention is a big voteof confidence.

Q: We always like to give people someinsight into the person we areinterviewing. What can you tell me about yourself?

A: I’m British and grew up in Stoke-on-Trent. I’ve been in the United States for18 years. My grandfather founded thetableware company Steelite, so now I’m back in that same arena, and I love what I do. I’m married with three children and in my spare time, I’m a soccer coach for younger kids.

Q: What else would you like people toknow about Revol?

A: I’d like people to know the background of the company and how we’re very involved with chefs and the food industry. U.S. consumers don’t know us well yet, but we’re addingnew colors and new shapes for the U.S.market and developing ventures with newcustomers. It’s an exciting time now, andwe’re anticipating that things will reallytake off. We really are here to stay.

Jonathan PearsonVP-Sales & Marketing, Revol USA

NewMetro Design, Duncansville, Pa., haspartnered with baking authority andcookbook author Rose Levy Beranbaum inthe development of an exclusive collectionof home baking and cooking tools. Thenew Rose™ collection is being unveiled atthe 2012 International Home +Housewares Show in Chicago.

“We’re thrilled and honored to collaboratewith Rose in creating a select line ofpremium quality culinary products for thebaking and cooking enthusiast,” said GaryFallowes, Founder and President ofNewMetro Design. “For many years, Rosehas been a dear friend and avid supporterof our solution-based culinary products,

which reflect her own vision andcommitment to excellence andunparalleled results.”

The initial spring 2012 roll out ofNewMetro Design’s new Rose collectionincludes four kitchen tools—BeaterBlade™, MixerMate™, JuiceLab™and ZestN’est, as well as three specialtycookware and bakeware items—a CaramelPot, Crepe Pan and Bain Marie.

The four Rose kitchen tools will featuresignature rose-hued designs, such as rosy-red “wings” on the white BeaterBladeelectric stand mixer attachment. For theCaramel Pot, Crepe Pan and Bain Marie,

Beranbaum’ssignature—embellishedwith rose-petal swirlsand free-formstars—will bevisibly etchedon eachproduct’smetal handleor base. All

packaging will prominently feature a logothat combines a stylized signature,followed by the tagline “Diva of Desserts.”

“I’m extremely delighted to team up with NewMetro Design in bringing tomarket culinary products that trulyenhance the experience of home bakingand cooking,” said Beranbaum. “Not onlydo they develop brilliant product

concepts, they also possess the integrityto test their products meticulously untileach one is perfected and meets everycriterion of excellence.”

Beranbaum is the award-winning authorof nine cookbooks including “The CakeBible,” which won the InternationalAssociation of Culinary ProfessionalsCookbook of the Year in 1989, and, morerecently, “Rose’s Heavenly Cakes,” whichalso won the IACP Cookbook AwardsBook of the Year in 2010. Her widely read blog, www.realbakingwithrose.com,recently hit the 1 million unique visitorsmark and represents a worldwidecommunity of avid bakers.

Established in 2004, NewMetro Design isbest known for its original and patentedBeaterBlade mixer attachment for topbrand electric stand mixers.

NewMetro Design, Beranbaum Teamon Baking-Related Product Line

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The Cook’s ShopBY JOANNE FRIEDRICK

When Ken Kupsche decided to retire after25 years with Woodcraft Supply, he cameto his wife, Dagmar, with a proposition.That they would buy anold building, renovate itand live there. Andwhile the initial planwas to lease thecommercial spacewithin the building,before too long that ideamorphed into becomingretailers, too.

The building theKupsches purchased isin downtown Marietta,Ohio, and now housesThe Cook’s Shop. Thecouple contemplated a couple ofalternatives for the retail space—a women’sclothing shop, based on her backgroundwith The Limited, or a children’sboutique—but eventually settled on akitchenware store concept.

“We wanted to enhance the shoppingexperience here, not compete with whatwas already in place,” said Dagmar. Thecouple spent a couple of years refiningtheir plans and working on the space,which was a historic turn-of-the-centurybuilding that had survived internal waterdamage and flooding because of itslocation at the confluence of the Ohioand Muskingum rivers.

The store opened on Black Friday in 2009,said Ken. But just four months later theKupsches found themselves renovatingagain. An arson fire that started a fewbuildings away spread into neighboringones and when it threatened their space,the fire department used more than200,000 gallons of water to protect it. Itwas spared destruction from the fire, butthe entire inventory was damaged and the

original tin ceiling was close to collapsing.

The couple spent the next three and ahalf months cleaning up and

remerchandising the store.Today, The Cook’s Shop’s3,000 square feet house akitchen and demo areathat accommodates 16 to20 for weekly classes andspecial events. The storeitself was restored to itsvintage look, with a tinceiling, recycled beadboard counters andantique pieces and baker’sracks for displays.

The merchandise is a mixof everyday products and

those that make the store adestination shop, said Dagmar. TheKupsches carry a lot of American-madeproducts from Regal, Nordic Ware, VicFirth and John Boos and indicate thisorigin with American flags attached todisplay cards. But the shop also offersEuropean specialty products from Jura Capresso, Emile Henry, Wusthof,Riedel and Le Crueset. The Kupsches are members of Gourmet Catalog andhave been pleased with that relationshipand the mentoring and buyingopportunities it offers.

“Dagmar tried to build a store likeWilliams-Sonoma was 25 years ago,” saidKen. “We’re nuts and bolts; we appeal tothe country cook.”

The company’s logo, The Cook’s Shop,also bears the words “Tools for theKitchen”, a tribute to Ken’s background inwoodworking supplies. The store has an80-foot gadget wall, and is well stocked forbaking and cake decorating, includingoffering 50 to 60 types of pans.

But Dagmar notedthat although theythought they hadeverything someonewould want from aspecialty kitchenwarestore, she wassurprised when acustomer came in thefirst week andwanted to buy acookie sheet. “I hadall these pans, but I didn’t have a cookiesheet because I didn’t think theywould come to us for something like

that,” she said.

Now the Kupsches do carry someof those basics that are also offeredby the discount stores. And theyare venturing into new areas, suchas tabletop, because they want toservice the bridal community.

Ken says they are gaining exposureto potential newlyweds by doing acouple of area bridal shows andrelying on word of mouth. One ofthe ideas they are considering, saidDagmar, is returning to the bridalcouple a coupon for a percentage ofwhat was spent on their bridalregistry when the couple hits theirfirst anniversary. “It would be away of saying ‘thank you’ for theirbusiness,” said Ken.

The Kupsches have gotten involvedin the community as business ownersand participants in ReStore Marietta,a downtown revitalization program.ReStore puts on events to drawpeople into the downtown, said Ken,and does many of the things citygovernment used to do, like putting onparades and decorating the downtown.

One of the events put on by ReStore, a“cash mob,” benefited The Cook’s Shop inJanuary. Using Facebook to inform people,the organizer of ReStore asked people tocommit to spend at least $19 at the Cook’sShop. About 25 people came in, said Ken,and more than doubled the typical salesfor the day.

While events such as this help peoplediscover The Cook’s Shop, Ken said mostof their advertising is done via a twice-a-month newsletter. The newsletter featuresa topic, such as Whoopie Pies, as well asupcoming classes and new products.

Classes are taught primarily by the store’scooking school manager, Gayle Shank,said Ken, but about half of them areconducted by local chefs or others wellversed in certain cooking styles. JohnRossi, an artist and former pasta companyowner, is one of the more entertainingchefs, said Ken. In February, Rossi led ahomemade ravioli class that sold out.Other sold out topics were Thai cuisineand making sushi. March’s line upincluded Greek cuisine, spring soups,cheesecake, Italian cooking and grilling.

One of the shop’s biggest events was anappearance and book signing by SaraMoulton, who has been a chef on theFood Network and PBS, the executiveeditor of Gourmet magazine and acookbook author. Moulton appeared onbehalf of Chantal and although TheCook’s Shop could only accommodate 20

guests, “we were one of the better eventsfor sales of cookware and books,” saidKen. The Kupsches used Moulton’s visitas an opportunity to reward some of theirloyal cooking class and store customers. Inadvance, they sent out VIP invitations,which allowed frequent visitors to reservea spot. Those customers claimed all butthree seats, which were advertised in thenewsletter and sold in about 20 minutes,said Dagmar.

Ken said the event wasn’t about makingmoney, but more about buildingrecognition. “We’re working on trying tosomeone else to come in,” he said, hopingthat they might be able to work out a dealduring the International Home +Housewares Show. The couple is alsoworking with a local riverboat company tomake their shop and a cooking class anexcursion location.

Otherwise, said Ken, the focus for TheCook’s Shop is to fine-tune the inventory,complete the renovation of the upstairs sothey can move in, and have a good time.The Kupsches spend a lot of time at TheCook’s Shop, accompanied by their twodogs and assisted by two part-timeemployees. The dogs, a 1-year-old pugnamed Raisin, who is stationed at thefront counter, and a 5-year-old Frenchbulldog that is relegated to the back room,have become a draw on their own.

Many business owners on the street havedogs, said Ken, and people sometimes gofrom store to store to visit them. Plus,added Dagmar, they are good distractionfor the children, which allows their parentsto shop.

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Product Review

BY A.J. FLICK

What better place than a Super Bowl partyto bring along a set of Man Law BBQTools to put to the test?

First, the package itself generated someinterest among not only the menfolkgathered at a friend's house, but women,too. The package features the “Man Laws”from “Grilling is ALWAYS the first choiceof cooking!” to “Flare-ups will be handledcalmly and discreetly until such time asflames spread to a national park.” Mypersonal favorite is No. 5: “Vegetarianismis to be encouraged, as it leaves more meatfor us normal people.”

My friend, Mary, was eager to step up tothe plate and actually test whether thesegigantic BBQ tools were suitable for her

cooking skills (not aprofessional cook orchef by choice,Mary is nonethelessa culinary expert).

She was impressed with the weight of thetools and decided to test the tongs on herbeer-soaked brats.

While it took a while for her to literallyget used to wrapping her hands around thetongs, she mastered them before too longand was happily grilling the brats, one-handed, with her Man Law tongs.

Our friend, Eddie, was equally impressedwith the BBQ tools and couldn't wait forhis turn. He declared the spatula was wideenough to handle any task he needed,

especially forheavy-duty hamburgers.

The 3-Piece Premium Hardwood HandleTools Set features an 18.9" fork, 19.3"tongs and 18.9" spatula made of heavy-duty, thick-gauge stainless steel material,oak wood handles amd built-in bottleopeners to keep cooks hydrated (theythink of everything!) The tools have alifetime warranty.

For more information, please visitwww.manlawbbq.com.

Man Law BBQ Tools Suit WomenGrillers, Too

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SAKAR INTERNATIONAL HELLO KITTY KITCHEN APPLIANCES Sakar international is launching a newcollection of Hello Kitty brandedkitchen appliances. the productsrange from a hand mixer and tea kettleto a slow cooker, pancake maker, ricecooker, ice cream maker, popcornpopper, cotton candy maker andcordless hand vacuum—all deckedout in signature Hello Kitty style, with apink color scheme and the global iconwearing her trademark bow. theseappliances follow Sakar’s recentrelease of a Hello Kitty dorm refrigeratorand microwave oven. the newkitchenware will join close to 100 otherHello Kitty SKus developed by Sakarsince the completion of a licensingagreement with Sanrio inc. Suggested Retail Price: $19.99-49.99

Sakar internationalwww.sakar.com

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“The economic recession had little impacton the U.S. wine industry as consumersstarted enjoying low-priced bottles andwines by the glasses,” the report states.

“For the first time last year,” Amy Paynewrote in RMGT magazine, “Americansconsumed more wine overall than the French(who still lead in per-capita consumption).According to the Wine Institute in SanFrancisco, domestic wine sales grew by 7 percent. Americans also spent more perbottle. People are growing increasingly curiousabout wine and want to learn more. Wherethere’s a demand, the supply will soon follow.”

Like wine’s constant companion—cheese—Americans are getting turned onby artisan wines.

“The best way to approach the new trend inwine is to think about cheese,” Wine ExpertDavid Williams wrote in The Observer.

In other words, he says, “do you preferyour cheese processed or au naturel?”

Speaking of cheese, if you haven’t noticed,it's omnipresent these days. Grilled cheese,in particular, is said to be “the newhamburger” for foodies.

Naturally, the giftware market is burgeoningwith products to sate the taste of the wine-and-cheese crowd. There’s everything fromthe amusing twist on the traditional cheesepresentation—Picnic Trend’s 19th HoleCheese Board, which features a recessedjuice groove and removable flag; to Boska'sinventive Barbecelette, which allows cheeselovers to barbecue their favorite cheese(Raclette, brie, mozzarella, gorgonzola, goat's cheese, etc.) in a nonstick melting tray on a BBQ grill; to PlaceTile Design'sCheeseTiles, stylish, erasable ceramic accentlabels for cheese trays. At a lower price pointand ideal for casual gifting is ChronicleBooks’ packet of stylish Cheese Papers,available mid-March, which targets wrappingand storage for novice cheese enthusiasts.

May is perfect to target oenophiles becauseMay 25 has been declared “Wine Day” (asif wine lovers need an excuse to indulge).VinniBags suit wine lovers on the go becausethey suspend the wine in an air cushion,protecting bottles from impact and leaking.

GiftwareThere are endless gadgets on the market for opening wine bottles. Two that standout are Cork Pops’ Ratchet Corkscrew, whichfeatures a patent-pending gear box that easescork removal, and Trudeau’s Stress LessAutomatic Corkscrew, which has a spiraltriple-coated in DuPont Teflon and allowsfor a two-step motion to uncork a bottle.

Once the bottle is opened, consumers have avast array of aerators to allow wines to“breathe” before drinking. Vinturi, whichpioneered wine aerators in 2007, recently washonored with the Chicago Athanaeum GoodDesign™ Award in the Tabletop category forits Vinturi Travel aerator, a compact, fullyfunctional aerator housed in a sleek and sturdytapered black case with stainless steel accents.

Cheese doesn’t get all the glory when it comesto wine pairings. Foodies are discovering moreways to enjoy a bite with their sips. CookieZenoffers a way to get a conversation started withdifferent ways to mix and match cookies andwine with Cookies & Corks, which includesa simple guide that offers suggestions on novelpairings. In giftware, it’s a great pairingwhether consumers are looking for somethingto present at a gathering or present to the hostor hostess.

wine & cheese accessories

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LSARTS TOSCANO BEADED COLLECTIONcaptivate guests with these colorful cheese knives, bottle openerand pie-serving pieces with vibrant,beaded accent handles. Slice, shave and serve favorite cheesessuch as soft Gouda and firmparmesan with ease. pies and cakesare a cinch to serve and openingbottles has never been so stylish andchic. each bead is uniquely hand-blown and hand-painted before it isadded to the stainless steel base.Show your true colors with thiseclectic and stylish assortment.Suggested Retail Price: $12-15

lSArts inc.[tel] 954.722.1750www.lsarts.com

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STARFRIT CAT CORA 10-PIECE HEAVY GAUGE FORGED NON STICK COOKWARE SETwith practical, oversized sauce pans and a steamer ideal for healthycooking, the cat cora by Starfrit 10-piece Heavy Gauge forged non Stickcookware Set is sure to become an essential part of the home kitchen foryears to come. the heavy-gauge, forged, non-stick set features an extra-thickbase that browns meat perfectly and has a scratch-resistant, pfoA-freeinner coating that is eco-friendly and a breeze to clean. the pieces aredesigned to allow the user to deliver professional results at home and aresure to bring out their inner chef. due to its heavy-gauge forged base, theset is durable enough for everyday use while providing even heat distributionand even cooking. the entire set is heat resistant up to 392°f/200°c withexclusive riveted stainless steel and silicone handle providing a secure gripand the glass lids allow the user to watch the food without lifting the lid. thecat cora by Starfrit 10-piece Heavy Gauge forged non Stick cookware Setwith limited lifetime warranty includes: 1.5-quart sauce pan with lid, 2.5-quartsauce pan with lid, 6-quart stock pot with lid, 8" steamer with two sidehandles, 3.5-quart sauce pan with lid and 9.5" fry pan.Suggested Retail Price: $199.95

Starfrit[tel] 514.871.1671www.catcora.com

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HIGHWAVE BREWFISH TEA INFUSERBrewfish is a patented tea infusionbrewing and drinking design. Savvy teadrinkers know the larger the area, thebetter for tea infusion. Brewfish uses theentire glass for infusion. the innovationsimply shuts off the tea brewing 100percent when you press to drink. theunique design keeps out all sediment byforcing the flow into the center of the filterand eliminating the pole found in themiddle of all other presses. the very finemesh, stainless filter allows fine teas andis insulated with u.S. and european food-safe silicone. tilt the top to drink andvent; tea stays hot until the last sip for fullenjoyment. the mouth-blown doublewall borosilicate glass adds to keepingthe heat in the tea and the silicone basegoes everywhere for a long life.microwave in the glass, if desired, anddishwash the glass and filter when done.Highwave is celebrating 30 years youngin 2012. every year, Highwave developsnew designs and for 2012 its theme is“fluid design for coffee, tea, Beer, wine& Spirits and water.” Stop by booth 1537at iHHS to see its coffee press versions,introduction of Brewfish 2 and other newfluid designs.

Highwave [tel] 800.444.4928www.highwave.com

KITCHENHAPPY’S SNAPInow more than ever, Snapi® is “the funway to serve food” as KitchenHappy™nearly doubled kitchen fun by addingthree colors to its family of single-handservers. designed to serve big-bowl faresuch as salads and pasta with onehand, Snapi now comes in sevencolors: Grape (purple), tangerine(orange) and mango (yellow), alongwith the original ice (white), Kiwi(green), watermelon (red) and Berry(blue). “How fun would your kitchenlook if you had several dishes usingone Snapi of each color—for instance,for a wedding shower?” enthused Annaturkington, who writes productdescriptions for the website organize-it.com. “A pop of color! Bright and fun.”Snapi is available in point-of-purchasecounter, floor and clip strip displaysthat accommodate all seven colors.each Snapi also comes in bulkpackaging and includes a hang tagready for replenishment on customdisplays. made in America, Snapi retailsfor less than $10. its features include aconvenient open/close lockingmechanism for easy storage; BpA-freeand dishwasher safe.

KitchenHappy[tel] 248.453.5177http://wholesale.kitchenhappy.com

U.K. Housewares CompanyOpens Chicago OfficeRobert Welch Designs Inc., an award-winning, U.K.-based housewares designfirm, has opened a Chicago office to betterserve its growing list of U.S. retailers.

Products for the U.S. market include thecompany's Signature line of SignatureKnives, which until recently had beenexclusive to Crate & Barrel stores,Signature Salt and Pepper Mills andSignature Utensils. All of these will beon display at the 2012 International Homeand Housewares Show in Chicago.

Robert Welch has supplied housewares tomany U.S. customers for nearly 20 years,including Bloomingdales, WilliamsSonoma, Macy’s, The Mirage Las Vegasand Bellagio, Las Vegas. Global customersinclude Glaxo, Guinness, Tower ofLondon, Royal Doulton, Selfridges, VirginAtlantic, W Hotels and Westin Hotels.

Founded in 1955, Robert Welch Designsis a family-run business based in ChippingCampden in the Cotswolds. Over the past15 years, the family—Directors RupertWelch and Alice Welch—has expandedthe business to supply other retailers withcutlery and flatware.

“The Robert Welch mission has alwaysbeen to combine a search for innovationwith a sincere respect for the traditions of

the past so that quality, ease of use and finedesign are in harmony,” said Alice Welch,Robert Welch Designs Director. “Webelieve that the discerning US market willappreciate our highly original productsoffering integrity of function and value-for-money for customers.”

The Chicago office team is led by MarkFollett, Vice President and Sales Director,who has 10 years of national accounts andsales management experience and DanielleFollett, Operations Manager, who has sixyears' experience in the areas of planning,logistics and branding.

A multiple U.K. award winner for thequality, beauty and functionality of itscutlery and housewares, Robert WelchDesigns has already garnered U.S. honorsin 2011 and 2012. Awards include BestBooth Design at the International Homeand Housewares Show, a GOODDESIGN Award from the ChicagoAthenaeum: Museum of Architecture andDesign for the Signature Salt and PepperMills and the IHA Housewares DesignAward, Best in Cutlery, for the SignatureKnives.

Robert Welch Designs Inc. Chicagooffices are at 200 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 3100. For more information, visit www.robertwelch.com.

ARGENT QUILTED FLATWAREHampton presents the elegant ArgentQuilted flatware pattern. the flatwareoffers a sensuous textured touch andartistic display. it is made of 18/10stainless steel. Hampton’s stainless steelis particularly resistant to corrosion andrusting. the flatware is dishwasher safewith a limited lifetime warranty.Suggested Retail Price: $40 for a five-piece place setting

Hampton forge[tel] 877.423.6743www.hamptonforge.com

MICROPLANE ULTIMATE CITRUS TOOLthe popular, three-in-one ultimatecitrus tool from microplane® has beenenhanced to more effectively createcitrus peel garnishes. Sporting a newdesign featuring a classic white bodywith a lemon yellow soft touch grip,the tool zests oranges, lemons, limesand other types of citrus fruits, andcan also be used to create gourmet-style garnishes. the versatile ultimatecitrus tool features microplane’ssurgical grade stainless steel fineblade—the company’s best-sellingblade style. to remove citrus peeleffortlessly, a small white scoringblade is located discreetly on theunderside of the tool. in addition, theultimate citrus tool features twodecorative garnishing blades in alarge (0.3" diameter) and small (0.18"diameter) size. the blades are madein America and are dishwasher safe.See us at booth S719.Suggested Retail Price: $12.95

microplane[tel] 800.555.2767www.microplane.com

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CANNING ESSENTIALS KITprogressive international’s canningessentials Kit includes three productsthat help provide an efficient canningexperience. the one-Handed Jar lifteroffers canners a safe and secure way to lift hot jars out of boiling water.it features a curved silicone non-slipgrip that fits around jars of all sizes. the canning lid lifter has a magnetend to help safely and easily removejar lids from water, keeping the processsterile. the canning funnel is adouble-walled, wide-mouth funnel that fits over both wide and regular jars. thefunnel is also equipped withmeasurements to help cannersaccurately measure head space injars. Also included are five recipes.Suggested Retail Price: $19.99

progressive international[tel] 253.850.6111www.progressiveintl.com

FRANMARA 9364 SUNBURST CORK TRIVETput used wine corks to use. make acustom trivet in minutes with usedwine corks. corks can be twistedonto each of the eight spirals to forma safe table trivet. using natural corkswill allow users to take advantageof the insulating qualities of naturalcork. trivet will support pots, coolers,etc. made of 100 percent stainlesssteel. overall, 7" diameter. we canalso customize brushed stainlesssteel center with your logo for anadditional cost. corks not included.comes in a four-color box. Suggested Retail Price: $8.99 per set

franmara[tel] 800.423.5855[email] orders@franmara.comwww.franmara.com

FUSIONBRANDS POACHPODthe groundbreaking poachpodconcept for easy, effective egg poachingwas awarded a rare u.S. method patentrelating to the specific method ofcooking eggs allowed by the form andfunction of fusionbrands poachpods. inaddition, the new poachpodstainlesswas chosen as a finalist for the prestigious2012 Housewares design Awards. Also in 2011, a range of several newpoachpod colors including pink, blue,purple and orange were introduced, aswell as the first poachpod accessory, thepoachpodlift, a tool designed to easilyremove a poachpod from boiling water.As the only original patented floatingegg poachers on the market today, it’sno surprise that all of these new additionsto the collection are already receiving thesame enthusiastic consumer and mediaresponse that greeted the classic andoriginal poachpod.

fusionbrandswww.fusionbrands.com

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VICTORINOX SWISS ARMY COLORED PREP & STEAK SETSvictorinox Swiss Army proudlyintroduces an extension of the speciallydesigned collection for the homekitchen: the Swiss classic colored prepand Steak Sets. the collection isavailable as a serrated blade steakset or straight-edged blade prep setwith a complementing mini block.each piece features a contemporaryhandle designed to minimize wristtension while providing a secure grip.the four neon colors of handles adda punch of color to the traditionalhome kitchen. created with the uniquehygienic needs of the home chef, theergonomic, slip-resistant handle designis dishwasher safe. the mirrored polishfinish on the high-carbon stainless steelblade is equivalent to the brand’spopular and durable commercial-grade blade. the collection is made tothe highest sanitary standards, earningthe national Sanitary foundation sealof approval.

victorinox[tel] 212.965.0285www.swissarmy.com/us

DEMARLE SILPAT LINEdemarle uSA, makers of the Silpat® line,rolls out new packaging aimed atcapturing attention at retail, whileclearly communicating productbenefits. Silpat is the original non-stickbaking mat made in france from thehighest-quality food-grade silicone thatis reinforced with a fiberglass mesh. tobetter illustrate its features and benefits,the updated packaging showcasesSilpat in use. photography is accentedby copy that highlights the productfeatures. to further communicate thefrench connection, the updatedpackaging is illustrated with a new“made in france” graphic featuringthe eiffel tower. Silpat comes in severalsizes and styles.Suggested Retail Price: $12.20-35.50

demarlewww.silpat.com

TALISMAN DESIGNS GET REAL™ BEECHWOOD CHEESEBOARDStalisman designs has announced theaddition of a new line of Get real™Beechwood cheeseboards tocomplement its very successful line of Beechwood utensils and Spreaders.these cheeseboards add wittinessand fun to any occasion. use one side for daily slicing and dicingand the other side to serve at parties or family gatherings. thesecheeseboards are a perfect gift andcome in eight different styles and fourdifferent sizes. the nature themefeatures nature’s natural beauty: littlesinging birds, wide-eyed owls, delicatetree branches and fully bloomedflowers. the pop Art theme featuresdrawings of emotional men andwomen inspired by french comicBooks. they are 100 percent solidBeechwood manufactured from aresponsibly managed forest in europe.each design is laser-etched into thewood and will never fade. like anyother wood product, hand washing ispreferred and you may re-oil asnecessary. once the life of theproduct is over, because this is realwood, simply toss it into the fireplace.

talisman designs[tel] 952.681.2866www.talismandesigns.com

SKOY CLOTHSSkoy cloths are gaining recognition formore than just style. the cloths are 100percent biodegradable, chlorine free,machine washable and can last forweeks—if not months—depending onuse. Skoy cloths come in a variety ofcolors and designs. when these reusablecloths reach the end of their lives, theycan be composted for a no-wastesolution. the cloth can absorb 15 timesits own weight and owes its absorbencyand durability to a combination of naturalcotton and wood-pulp cellulose. Skoy iswasher and dryer safe and can be usedover and over again.

Skoy enterprises llc[tel] 800.990.4757www.skoycloth.com

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LINDEN SWEDEN TULIP SPICE GRINDERthis handsome, stainless steel grinderfeatures crushGrind®, the uniqueceramic grinding mechanism thatboasts a 25-year warranty. designedto grind dried spices and herbs, rocksalt, peppercorn and many seeds,including flax seeds, the tulip Grinderwill be the grinder of choice for allspice and seasoning needs. the spicewheel adjusts easily to grind fromcoarse to fine. it offers an even grindthat makes seasoning a snap. the tulipSpice Grinder is an ideal size for spicesand herbs; it stands 5" tall and holdsabout 2 ounces. it will perk up driedspices and herbs, enhancing theirflavor. the tulip Spice Grinder grindsupside down, leaving no mess on thetable or counter. it fits comfortably in thehands and is easy to use. it is easy toclean and fills with little effort. Just twistoff the grinder cap, which exposes thelarge mouth spice jar, for easy fills andrefills. the grinder’s whimsical designallows it to be part of festive occasionsas well as everyday dining. Alsoavailable are new bright colors for2012: Apple Green and Bright red.Suggested Retail Price: $26.95 gift boxed

linden Sweden[tel] 608.756.8741www.lindensweden.com

WESTON PRODUCTS SAFE SLICE MANDOLINESif you have ever wanted to makeuniform, professional quality slices,but didn’t have the hand for it, the“live to cook” series of Safe Slicemandolines are the perfect tools forthe job. not only can users makeconsistent cuts and julienne slices,but they don’t have to risk theirfingers. the series of “live to cook”michael Symon Safe Slice mandolineSlicers was designed with safety inmind. each mandoline includes asafety trigger to keep the stainlesssteel blades tucked away when theslicer is not in use. Simply unlock thetrigger with the thickness adjustmentknob to begin slicing and lock it inplace when you are finished. eachmodel comes with a food pusher foradded safety. the star of the SafeSlice Series is the stand model. thismandoline can make cuts in varyingthickness from 2mm to 5mm. not onlycan this slicer make even slices withits flat blade, but it also features aretractable julienne blade to slice upto 17 4mm wide strips. the Safe Slicemandolines are also available in twohand-held styles: one featuring a flatblade for uniform slices and anotherfor slicing into julienne strips.Suggested Retail Price: $29.99 for the stand model; $14.99 for the hand-held models

weston products llc[tel] 800.814.4895www.westonproducts.com

VINAROZ DIE CAST ALUMINUM COOKWARE vinaroz provides consumers with the easycleaning and convenience they are usedto. vinaroz cookware is 100 percentnatural ceramic powder coating thathas similar non-stick properties to teflon®.ceramic can withstand temperatures upto 850 degrees. exterior silicon paint offerseffective heat distribution and uses lessenergy. (new users may have to adjustto the learning curve of achieving theproper cooking temperature.) theceramic-coated pan allows for evenbrowning, searing and deglazing—allthings that are not recommended fortraditional non-stick pans. it requires littleor no fat for cooking. easy clean up, butalso dishwasher safe. pressure-castaluminum base with optimum thicknessfor perfect heat distribution and superiorheat retention. they are oven safe to 400°.

vinaroz[tel] 323.585.3090 www.vinarozcookware.com

SCI GARGANELLI PASTA BOARDSci is proud to introduce its newGarganelli pasta Board. Garganelliare a very rare italian pasta. thisbeechwood garganelli pasta boardcomes with a thick knurled rollingstick to get the perfect groove withease. the board is 3.5" by 6" and thestick is 7.5" long. it is made in italy.please contact Sci’s sales team tofind out more information at800.966.5489 or visit them at theupcoming international Home +Housewares Show in chicago. Sciwill be in booth S2135.

Sci cuisine internationale [tel] 800.966.5489www.scandicrafts.com

WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 8" DELI KNIFEthe classic ikon 8" deli Knife is oneof the most versatile knives in thekitchen. the long, scalloped bladebreaks through tough, crusty breadswithout crushing the soft interior. userswill also find that it works on tough-skinned fruits and vegetables, evencutting the most delicate slices oftomato without crushing or tearing.the classic ikon 8" deli Knife can alsobe used on various cuts of meat,carving off slices of turkey or roastbeef without shredding. the offsethandle allows users to cut all the waydown to the cutting board, leavingroom for knuckles so they can getprecise, even slices. this one knife isall you will need to create the perfectsandwich or wedge, start to finish.the ergonomically designed classicikon handle is so sleek, buyers willwant to leave it out for guests toadmire. precision-forged from a singleblank of high-carbon stainless steel,the full-tang classic ikon 8" deli Knifewill bring a lifetime of style and utilityto the kitchen. with wüsthof’s newprecision edge technology (petec),the knife will have a sharper edgethan ever before that lasts twice aslong. this German-made knife willbecome an instant favorite.

wüsthof-trident of America inc.[tel] 203.295.3807www.wusthof.com

LANCASTER COLONY DEEP ROASTER COLLECTIONlancaster colony commercial productswill introduce bakeware selections forthe u.S. retail market at the international HousewaresAssociation Booth S3225, including thedeep roaster collection. made of 100percent recyclable, borosilicate glass,the 5.5 Quart deep roasters are easyto clean, lighter in weight and moreresistant to temperature. these 16-1/16"by 10" x3" items can go from ahousehold refrigerator or freezer to anoven and on to the table and thedishwasher. these must-have piecesare ideal for a vast array of recipes fromlasagna and casseroles to side dishesand more. deep roasters comecomplete with a BpA-free lid for storageconvenience. visitors to the booth mayalso view the latest clear borosilicatebakeware classics and premiumproducts, such as roasters in manydifferent sizes with and without glasslids, molds, casseroles, specialty serversand more. fully tempered glasstableware and square, tempered glassstorage bowls with color plastic lids willalso be displayed. for more information,visit us at iHA booth S3225, or contactvivian Khan, director of retail Sales.

lancaster colony commercial products[tel] 800.292.7260 or 614.263.285www.lccpinc.com

MASTRAD MACARON BAKING SHEETmastrad offers a variety of uniquelydesigned baking products, including itsmacaron baking sheets. theseamazing baking sheets makeprofessional-looking macarons, everytime. each sheet has ridges that holdthe mixture in place, so there is nooozing of the contents. they are madeout of flexible, non-stick silicone, whichmakes turning out easy. this item is alsohandy for making other delicious treatssuch as meringues, biscuits, cookies,etc. to purchase mastrad’s best-sellingcooking and kitchenware productsonline, please go to their e-commercewebsite at www.shopmastrad.com.

mastrad[tel] 800.358.0608 www.mastrad.us

BELLA TAVOLA KITCHEN TORCHthe wall lenk Bt2310 Bella tavolaKitchen torch is a small, lightweightdevice with a 2,400°, high output blueflame. this easy-to-use, butane-poweredtorch has seven different amazingfeatures. the torch comes with anautomatic ignition, a child-resistantsafety lever, a continuous-use lockingmechanism, an adjustable blue flamecontrol lever, an ergonomic grip and arefillable butane reservoir. it also has awide, non-tip base for safety. this torch can do it all. the Kitchen torchis part of the Bella tavola line, a

butane-powered culinary tool line bythe wall lenk corp. the Bella tavolaline is the only complete program thatincludes butane.

Bella tavola[tel] 257.527.4186www.bellatavolatools.com

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WABASH VALLEY FARMS ORIGINAL WHIRLEY POP STOVETOP POPCORN POPPERthe healthiest, best-tasting popcornever made is naturally the perfect gift—just right for a mom looking to give orget a healthy kid’s snack. this set startswith the original whirley pop Stovetoppopcorn popper and includes onlynatural, healthy ingredients: organicgreen tea oil from oila: organicallygrown, contains antioxidants, cancerfighters and is perfect for poppingpopcorn. cultivated in the mountainsof central china, this oil has higheromega-9 oleic fatty acid than olive oiland gives you similar health benefits asgreen tea. All natural, pure sea salt: ourspecially selected, gourmet sea salthelps bring out the best popcorn flavor.Sea salt is less heavily processed thantypical table salt, and has more than 50minerals and elements that add zest topopcorn. Jack’s red Strawberrypopcorn: this gourmet, one-of-a-kindpopcorn (grown only by Jack on hisillinois farm) is the tiniest, tastiest, mosttender popcorn. thanks to its dense,yet delicate, size, only about half asmuch will be eaten–you feel full faster.Stop by booth S4010 and try the best-tasting, healthiest popcorn everpopped—the naturally perfect Gift.

wabash valley farms[tel] 877.888.7077www.wfarms.com

CORE BAMBOO MIXOLOGY CUTTING BOARDSnew for 2012, core Bamboo islaunching a line of mixology boards.these boards have a cocktail drinkrecipe engraved into the board andare the perfect size for preparinglemons, limes or favorite drinkingredients while designedspecifically to allow enough room toread the recipe while preparing thedrink. from sangria, cosmopolitanand mojito to long island iced teaand piña colada, this collectionincludes a drink recipe board foreveryone. the inspiration behind thesecocktail boards came from the ideaof repurposing traditional cuttingboards to specific, fun uses, such ascreating different drinks. coreBamboo is always trying to add spunkto traditional kitchenware and theseboards are just one of core Bamboo’smany new collections for 2012 that dojust this. with a team of talenteddesigners and skilled artisans, coreBamboo is always making innovativeproducts that look good and workwell, too. Keep an eye out for newproducts like these cocktail boards, ascore Bamboo has an extensivecollection of bamboo housewares—including bowls and servers, trays,utensils and gadgets, entertainmentpieces, kitchenware, storage items,cutting boards and more.

core Bamboo[tel] 646.845.6000www.corebamboo.com

FRIELING BRUSHED STAINLESS CREAMER AND SUGAR BOWLfrieling expands its brushed stainless steelcoffee line with the introduction of thenew creamer and Sugar/condimentBowl with Spoon. made of high-qualitybrushed 18/10 stainless steel, the durablecreamer features a drip-free spout andfunctional design. the creamer alsofeatures a see-through window that allowsthe user to monitor the amount inside.with a 10-ounce capacity, this creamercan also be used for a variety of saucesor gravy, or as a frothing pitcher whenmaking lattes. users can complementcoffee or tea service with the matchingSugar/condiment Bowl with Spoon. thisclassically designed, lidded bowl comesequipped with a deep-angled ladle.dishwasher safe, the high-quality stainlesssteel construction resists corrosion duringevery day use and cleaning.Suggested Retail Prices: $24.99-creamer;$27.99-sugar/condiment bowl

frielingwww.frieling.com

VITA CRAFT WAHAUS COLLECTIONthe wahaus collection by vita craftis a true gem. this six-piece set ofcookware is not only beautiful andclassic, but versatile. this stainlesssteel deep chef set can go fromrange top to table top in minutes.the wahaus collection is made upof a set of three deep chef pans, an8-inch deep chef, a 10-inch deepchef and a 13-inch deep chef. theseries comes with stainless steelcovers with optional stainless steelknobs and flame guards. Glasscovers are also available if you prefer.the wahaus collection featureswaterless-greaseless cooking andcarries a true vita craft lifetimewarranty. this fine cookware is madein the u.S.A.

vita craft[tel] 913.631.6265www.vitacraft.com

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LSARTS BORDEAUX SPRING BOTTLE STOPPERSSpring is in the air and lSArts’ newBordeaux Spring bottle stoppercollection is sure to get you buzzingafter a long winter. Just imagine sittingon the porch with friends, a bottle ofwine and one of our new Springbottle stoppers. friendly, colorfulcreatures are brought to life by hand-blown glass artisans and topped ona stopper. All stoppers feature arubber gasket that easily slips intoany wine bottle—chardonnay, pinotnoir, cabernet or merlot. Bees,butterflies, frogs and hummingbirdsmake this collection swarminglyirresistible for the wine drinker wholoves the outdoors. featured in a 12-piece countertop display, eachpiece rests in a clear, acetate box—perfect for customer viewing.Suggested Retail Price: $10

lSArts inc.[tel] 954.722.1750www.lsarts.com

PRODYNE COLD COVER CHILLER LIDKeep salads, sides and such chilledand fresh for hours with this crystalclear acrylic dome lid featuring aremovable freezer pod. the universallid fits all 9" to 12¼" round bowls andtrays to keep the cold in and the bugsout. the removable freezer pod issealed with a special freezer gel andcan be kept in the freezer until readyto use. the pod easily screws into thelid and securely stays in place as thecold air created from the freezer podnaturally travels down into the bowl ortray to keep food chilled below. thetwo-piece set is BpA free and has a u.S.patent pending. to see these new itemand many other exciting newintroductions, please visit prodyne atthe international Home + HousewaresShow booth S423.Suggested Retail Price: $19.99

prodyne enterprises[tel] 909.484.1212 or 800.822.4776www.prodyne.com

MÜKITCHEN MINIMÜ COOK AND CRAFT APRONSwhy should the grown-ups have all ofthe fun? this year, one of mÜkitchen’sfavorite items is its new line of minimÜcook and craft Aprons. each apron isdurable, 100 percent cotton that willstand up to repeated washings andlots of playtime use. double delightfeatures an ice cream theme with twodelicious scoops, sprinkles and lots ofcandy treats. it has details embellishedwith cute, pink rick-rack and pom-pontrims. Surfin’ lizard features a super-cooloriginal character design and ahidden kangaroo-style pocket. thisapron also has a real metal carabineertool clip for lots of imagination andfun. this year, mÜkitchen has more than55 new options, so buyers are covered.from super-hip new apron and towelsets and colorful new printed towels tohard-working and innovative microfiberscrub cloths, it is a buyer’s paradise.Suggested Retail Price: $14.99

mÜkitchen [tel] 866.544.2224www.mukitchen.com

CHEF PRO PEPPERMILLSchef pro peppermills modelscpm766B/cpm766w/cpm755S havean automatic base. the base opensautomatically when you twist thepeppermill to grind and closesautomatically when you stop grinding.chef pro peppermills have convenientcovers on the top for easy refilling.chef pro peppermills have patentedeasy and precise seven settings forcoarseness of grinding peppercorns,salt or dried herbs. cpm766B andcpm766w are made of plastic andcpm755S (shown here) is made ofstainless steel. chef pro peppermillsgrind peppercorns, salt and driedherbs and feature an ergonomicdesign that allows grinding withtwisting back and forth, ceramicgrinding mechanism and keep thetable free from spills and mess.Suggested Retail Price: $29.99 formodel CPM755S, $19.99 for modelsCPM766B/CPM766W

mercantile international nA[tel] 855.243.3776www.chefprousa.com

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BODUM BISTRO POUR OVER COFFEE MACHINEthe new pour over coffee machineautomates the manual pour-overcoffee brewing method. users caneasily fill the removable water tankunder the faucet and clean it in thesink. A spiral heating element heatswater in the tank. water is then carriedvia borosilicate glass tubing to theshowerhead dispenser, where it isevenly distributed over the groundcoffee. the silicone showerhead isdesigned to minimize chalk depositsand prevent clogs. the machinefeatures a titanium-plated stainlesssteel filter and a vacuum-sealedthermo jug with a double-wall stainlesssteel interior. the Bistro pour over coffeemachine is available in multiple colors.Suggested Retail Price: $249.95

Bodum uSA[tel] 877.992.6386www.bodumusa.com

FAGOR HEALTHY SQUEEZE SLOW JUICERthe Healthy Squeeze Slow Juicer fromfagor America is the newest addition tothe company’s small electrics category.the juicer uses a low-speed technologysystem to slowly and gently squeezejuice from fruits and vegetables. the unituses 150 watts and runs on a lowerrotations-per-minute rate than traditionaljuicers. A two-step extraction processuses less food and provides more juice.there is also no oxidation or separationin slow juicing, so it preserves morenutrients. the juicer features a screwlikeauger and an ultem filter that is fdAapproved and BpA free. cleaning thejuicer between fruits or vegetables iseasy: Just turn the unit on and pourwater through the food chute to rinseout any residue. the unit alsodisassembles for thorough cleaning. Suggested Retail Price: $299.99

fagor America inc.[tel] 201.804.3900www.fagoramerica.com

PARASIA CHEF PALS™ FROM ADMETIOR MEAT THERMOMETERSthe chef pals™ series of meatthermometers/alarms will be releasedduring the 2012 international Home andHousewares Show, march 10-13. the chefpals™ meat thermometers fromAdmetior, combine functionality withnovelty to become this season’s newest“must have” kitchen accessory. eachthermometer is just as cute as the nextwith its own personality. not only is thisnew kitchen gadget cute as can be, it’salso really easy to use and accurate.Simply place the steel probe into thecenter of the meat, extend the heat-resistant cable outside of the oven orpan, and place the alarm unit on thekitchen counter or to the front of theoven with its included magnetic feet.then, leave the rest of the cooking up tothe chef pals™ thermometer. once themeat has reached the proper internaltemperature (designated by uSdA), thealarm will sound and the red led light willflash. the alarm is different for every meattype. the cow moos, the pig oinks, theturkey gobbles, the fish bubbles and thechicken cock-a-doodle-doos. eachthermometer also has a “try me” buttonso the consumer can test each soundat the store level. they also have an extraset of batteries included, as they likely willbe tested frequently.

parasia international[tel] 763.267.7900www.manlawbbq.com

TRIBEST GLASLIFE GLASS STORAGE CONTAINERSGlaslife is the perfect solution to bake,serve and store ready-made foods inthe same glass container that was usedto prepare your favorite recipes. Glaslifecomes with BpA-free plastic lids designedwith airtight silicone seals to keep odorsfrom escaping. lock in the freshness andflavors of your favorite recipes whilepreventing harmful pollutants fromcontaminating your foods. with a space-saving design, Glaslife containers canneatly nest into one another with theirlids attached for optimum convenienceand organization. made of heavy-duty,stain-resistant tempered glass, Glaslife islightweight, yet strong and durable. Asidefrom storing your favorite foods andrecipes, Glaslife can be used in the oven,microwave, freezer and dishwasher.

tribest corp.[tel] 714.879.7150www.tribestlife.com

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INNO-LABS NOUVEL LINEfeaturing stunning design aesthetics,nouvel® has been shaping the trends intabletop and cookware designs since1964. A second-generation, family-ownedcompany, nouvel is headquartered inSwitzerland and exports its products tomore than 50 countries worldwide.nouvel products will make their debut inthe u.S. in 2012, through an exclusiverelationship with inno-labs, the officialu.S. distributor of nouvel. inno-labs hasa portfolio of unique and innovativecookware and grilling items, including itsflagship product line fire wire, which is astainless steel flexible grilling skewer.According to inno-labs ceo todd Gentry,the addition of the nouvel product lineis a natural fit for inno-labs. “we have anestablished customer base for tabletopand cookware that appreciatesinnovation and functionality with a highlevel of design,” Gentry said. “the nouvelline is bold, functional, and has greateuropean look and feel. the other greatthing about the nouvel product line isthat it is affordable for the averageconsumer, which is something that doesnot always go hand-in-hand with high-design tabletop items.” the nouvel line willmake its u.S. debut at the internationalHousewares Show in chicago in marchunder the company name of inno-labs.

inno-labs[tel] 620.229.9800 www.inno-labs.com

FULL CIRCLE HOME SMART RACKthe Smart rack adjustable andfoldable dish rack is a one-of-a kindinnovation that makes using the dishrack possible for any combination ofpots, pans, glasses, dishes and virtuallyanything cleaned in the sink. the fourrows of prongs collapse to cater to thedifferent shapes and sizes for allkitchenware. Slide the drying tray outfrom underneath for glasses and mugs;collapse all four rows for pots and pans,or stack dishes, cups, bottles, and moreall at the same time. the rackcompletely folds into itself for quickand convenient storage. what morecould you ask for?Suggested Retail Price: $39.99

full circle[tel] 866.259.0727www.fullcirclehome.com

HUMANSCALE ZŌN AIR PURIFIERHumanscale’s new ZŌn air purifiers aredesigned for personal use, leveraging apatented technology that rendersexisting air technologies obsolete. in fact,ZŌn cleans air in an entirely new way.ZŌn was designed to focus exclusivelyon cleaning the air being breathed,wherever the user spends his or her time.this targeted approach allows ZŌn todeliver far cleaner air to the user’sbreathing zone than even best-in-classroom air purifiers. ZŌn’s recyclable high-efficiency particulate filter is moreeffective at removing the smallestparticles than leading brand HepA units.By purifying air in a targeted way, roomsize becomes irrelevant, and no energyis wasted in cleaning air in unoccupiedspaces. ZŌn’s breeze-free, near-silentand virtually ozone-free operation allowsit to be placed discreetly near the userto envelop him or her in a clean air zonefor the cleanest air possible.

Humanscalewww.zonairpurifier.com

GUARDIAN TECHNOLOGIES™ ULTRASONIC HUMIDIFIERSGuardian technologies™ has addedtwo new models to its line of ultrasonicHumidifiers that are perfect for the nurseryor kids’ rooms: the pureguardian™H1000B (Blue) and H1000p (pink) tabletop Humidifiers. An extension of the company’s line of H1000 table topHumidifiers, these colorful, 12-hour modelseven come with decorative decals for customization to nursery themes:butterflies and flowers, jungle animals and sports. the H1000 Humidifier is smalland compact (about 8 inches tall),allowing it to be tucked away in a nurseryor packed for family trips, grandma’shouse or more. the H1000 is equippedwith a low-water indicator that tells youwhen it’s time to refill the water tank. inaddition, there are no added costsbecause they require little upkeep, withno filters, wicks or evaporating pads toclean or replace. the unit also featuresSilver clean™ technology to fight thegrowth of mold and mildew on thesurface of the water tank. Suggested Retail Price: $49.99

Guardian technologies[tel] 866.603.5900www.guardiantechnologies.com

VITACLAY SMART MULTICOOKERvoted “Gadget of the month: our favoritemultitasker” by Shape magazine in April,the vitaclay Smart multicooker combinesa slow cooker and a rice cooker into oneappliance for delicious, healthy meals.what makes vitaclay unlike other cookersis its traditional, unglazed, natural claypot insert. dating back to ancient times,the clay pot infuses and intensifies flavorswhile the airtight, dual lids preventevaporation so foods cook faster andstay warm longer. foods simmer in theirown natural juices, sealing in flavor andretaining essential vitamins and mineralswithout chemicals, aluminum or leadcontacting food. pre-programmedfunctions deliver perfect meals every withjust a push of a button. prepare fresh andsavory meals in a snap, ready to serve assoon as you get home. meats come outjuicy and tender. vegetables retain theirtexture. thai curry chicken, coq au vin,lasagna, pot roast and baby back ribsare ready in 40 to 90 minutes, or last-minute items like kids’ favorite mac andcheese and hot spinach dip are readyin as few as 30 minutes. vitaclay alsocooks white or brown rice, sticky rice, sushi rice and savory dishes includingmushroom pilaf or quinoa. program the delay timer the night before, and the vitaclay chef will prepare all-naturalbreakfast oatmeal to deliver a meal hot and ready upon waking. enjoynaturally flavorful dishes without heavyfats, salts or seasonings. make baby foodswith fresh fruit and vegetables packedwith nutrients. vitaclay makes it easy forbusy people to eat natural, unprocessedfoods that taste great. please visit us atbooth l11035.Suggested Retail Price: $149.99

vitaclay[tel] 877.877.9121www.vitaclaychef.com

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ISLAND BAMBOO™ 7-PIECE MEASURING SPOON SET display these near the register or in thespice aisle. customers will pick one upas an attractive replacement to theones they have lost to the garbagedisposal or in a cluttered utensil drawer.the seven-piece set includes sixaccurate measuring spoons in theirown bamboo cylinder cup with securefitting lid and measures approximately3" by 7", closed. the measuring spoonshave ergonomically designed handlesand include: 1t, ½t, 1t, ½t, ¼t, and ⅛t.may be stored in the pantry alongsidedry spices so they are easy to find. Acomplementary product is the islandBamboo™ Salt cellar with lid, a vesselbuilt to showcase and protect an arrayof gourmet salts or dry spices. islandBamboo is known for having the largestselection of eco-friendly bambookitchenware. when trees thrive, itbenefits all things living. island Bamboomakes bamboo alternatives totraditional wood products. islandBamboo products are an earth-friendlychoice for kitchenware productsbecause they are high quality with along useful life, manufactured frombamboo—a renewable resource—andthoughtfully packaged to reduce waste.this is one of many new products in thejust-released 2012 island Bambooproduct catalog; call and get yourstoday. Also, please visit the internationalHome + Housewares Show booth S559. Suggested Retail Price: $19.99

island Bamboo [tel] 949.492.9921www.islandbamboo.com

OIL MISTERS perfect for seasoning salads, mistingcookie trays, grilling meats or makingpancakes, the prepara oil mister addsflavor with less fat. Simply pump a fewtimes for continuous, chemical-freespraying. the no-clog filter and BpA-free glass reservoir even allow users toflavor the oils. the sleek design fitsperfectly in any kitchen or dining area. Suggested Retail Price: $19.99

prepara[tel] 888.878.8665www.prepara.com

SESAME STREET SANDWICH SAV’R™evriholder products has launched aline of six Sesame Street productstargeted to children ages 2 to 5. thecute elmo-shaped sandwich box withhis smiling face is perfect for taking afavorite sandwich on-the-go, ideal forback-to-school as well as everyday use.the sandwich box is made of BpA-freematerials. merchandising items includeclip strips, counter and floor displays,end caps and side caps.Suggested Retail Price: $3.99

evriholder products llc[tel] 800.975.0335www.evriholder.com

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AETERNUM PINKBialetti’s new Aeternum sauté set willfeature a pink porcelain exterior finishwith the Aeternum’s signature whitenanoceramic nonstick interior. tenpercent of all Aeternum pink sales willgo to the national Breast cancerfoundation. the Aeternum pink is soldas a two-pack sauté pan set with a 9.5"and an 11" pan.  its easy-to-cleancoating paired with a heavy-weight,aluminum coined base and porcelainexterior, provides excellent thermalproperties and even heat distribution.Aeternum pink is also pfoA-free and itsnonstick coating is applied at a lowtemperature, leading to a loweremission of co2 into the atmosphere.in addition, the pan heats up quicklyrequiring less energy to heat. Suggested Retail Price: $59.99

Bialetti[tel] 800.421.6290www.bialetti.com

ONEIDA CHOP & SLIDE CUTTING BOARDSrobinson Home products introducesunder its oneida gadget line the chop& Slide cutting Boards in three sizes: 12", 16", and 20". the 16" and 20"boards are dual purpose, with a full border groove on one side to catch juices, while the reverse sidefeatures a concave well and funnelfor cleanly and efficiently slidingchopped items into pots or bowls. theboards are crafted from high-densitypolypropylene with a colorful tpr non-slip exterior ring. they are dishwashersafe. come see us at booth S1062Suggested Retail Price: $9.99, $14.99and $24.99

robinson Home productswww.robinsonus.com

JEWELSTIK 123 KNIFE SHARPENERGot three? if you're not selling theJewelStik 123, you're missing out oncash. customers are discovering theneed for three grit surfaces whilesharpening their knives. the JewelStik123 offers three grits—coarse, mediumand fine—on one handle forconvenience sake. the need to sharpenyour knife's edge when it's gone dull isthe reason to use the coarse side. Youwill make use of the medium and finegrits on a regular basis. everyday beforeyou begin chopping the bok choy,carrots and onions for dinner, you willwant to swipe your knife on the mediumand fine side to give your knife a razor'sedge for all that chopping. more andmore customers are returning toAmerican-made products andJewelStik is one of the last remainingtrue to its heritage. JewelStik hasremained an American-made productfor more than 40 years. today'sconsumers are smart and savvy andthey want products of high quality thatlast the test of time. JewelStik comeswith a lifetime guarantee and is thefinest diamond-coated quality on themarket. we have been giving ourcustomers only the best all the time.Suggested Retail Price: $49.95

Hewlett manufacturing[tel] 814.683.4762 www.jewelstik.com.

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manufacturing and design firm, has worked with brands around theworld for more than 35 years to bringproducts to market safely, affordablyand on time. witnessing clients become bottlenecked in the productdesign process, using costly u.S.-basedresources for prototyping andengineering, ultimately led Gmx deSiGn to offer its services as a way to outsource the more technical work,including prototyping and ultimatelymanufacturing. with offices in new York,Shanghai and taipei, Gmx design is aconfidential and affordable option toget innovative products to market fast.

Genimex Group—Gmx design[tel] 917.645.2424www.genimexgroup.com/design

GENIMEX GROUP—GMX DESIGNmost brands and manufacturers havecome to realize that in today’s economy,innovation and design are a crucialpart of staying competitive. companiesthat adapt, anticipate and sometimeseven orchestrate trends continue to bemarket leaders, while those that resistchange sometimes fall to the wayside.in today’s fast-paced, competitivemarketplace, managing the productdesign process from beginning to end.Having the resources in-house tomanage product engineering anddesign for manufacturing can be costlyand can prevent a company fromfocusing its resources on sales andcompany growth. this is where Gmxdesign saw an opportunity. Gmx design,part of a family-owned and -run

HAMPTON FORGE KENDO COLORS CUTLERY CENTERHampton forge, a leader in innovativeflatware, cutlery, barware and kitchensolutions, debuts the Hampton forgeKendo colors® 11-piece cutlery centerwith freshly designed color coordinatedcutting boards and long-lasting high carbon stainless steel knives—engineered to save space and preventcross-contamination. the high-carbon,resin-coated stainless steel knives haveengraved logos on the end to properlyidentify their purpose: chef, Bread, Slicer,paring, Bird’s Beak and utility. the fourcolored cutting boards systematicallymatch the knives while the bambooand acrylic cutting block completesthe set, creating an all-in-one cutlerycenter. the high-carbon stainless bladesoffer the best of carbon and stainless fordurability. the non-slip handle offers anadded measure of safety whilehandling these ultra sharp kitchen tools.

Hampton forge[tel] 212.684.3930http://hamptonforge.com

TAKEYA USA ICED TEA MAKERtakeya presents a new iced tea makerand two collections of on-the-go, teaand coffee tumblers. iced tea drinkerscan now treat themselves to teahouseexperience of freshly brewed, wholeleaf iced tea in the comfort of theirkitchen. Sugar can be limited or notused at all. takeya’s iced tea makerfeatures an airtight lid to lock infreshness and flavor, preventing theiced tea from absorbing odors in therefrigerator and allowing the consumerto store the pitcher on its side withoutleaking. the thermal jacket keeps icedtea cold and absorbs condensation.the pitcher is made of AcraGlass,which is BpA free and dishwasher safe.

takeya uSA[tel] 216.441.7176www.takeyausa.com

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KUHN RIKON SPILL STOPthe Spill Stop from Kuhn rikon is aflexible, sturdy silicone lid that preventsboiling liquids from spilling oroverflowing on the stovetop. Availablein two sizes, the 10" fits pots with a 6"to 8" diameter, while the 12" lid fits pansfrom 8" to 10" in diameter. the Spill Stopcan also double as a splatter guard inthe microwave by removing the centersection and placing it upside down tocreate a dome. Suggested Retail Prices: $24.95 and $29.95

Kuhn rikon[tel] 800.662.5882www.kuhnrikon.com

CAPRESSO TEAC100the new capresso teac100 featuresfive temperature settings, including oneslabeled for green, white, oolong andblack tea. the energy-efficient kettlehas a stainless steel heating elementwith an auto safety shut-off feature andilluminated power switch. the six-cupGerman glass carafe offers drip-freepouring and a cool-touch handle.Suggested Retail Price: $99.99

Jura capresso[tel] 800.767.3554www.capresso.com

ZOKU CHOCOLATE STATIONthe latest accessory for the Zoku popmaker line, the chocolate Stationallows users to dip, drizzle and sprinklechocolate and other toppings on theirice pops. the unit features two sprinkletrays that store at the base along with the chocolate dipping unit and drizzle spoon. the chocolateStation measures 5.6" by 4.5" and isdishwasher safe and BpA free.Suggested Retail Price: $19.95

Zoku[tel] 201.604.1253www.zokuhome.com

HEARTHWARE NUWAVE PERFECTGREEN FRY PANthe nuwave perfectGreen pan is madeof stainless steel with a non-stickcoating made of natural and safeceramic materials. the duralon coatingis free of ptfe, pfoA, cadmium and BpA.the pan provides even heat distributionand is induction ready. it is even ovensafe under high heat. the pan works onany stovetop and features a longhandle that minimizes heat transfer.Suggested Retail Price: $29.95 for a 9" pan

Hearthware Home products[tel] 888.689.2831www.hearthware.com

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as potato bakers, meatball grillers an apopcorn maker. Nordic Ware also debuteda line of cast aluminum bakeware and willbe adding cookware to that as well.

Dana Norsten of Nordic Ware says thecompany is backing up these introductionswith a new, larger booth at the show as well.

Keeping with the outdoor theme, RösleUSA showed off a new grill that has all the bells and whistles expected from a high-end barbecue. The German-engineered unit has a high dome lid,grilling basket, folding grate, bottom andtop ventilation and rubber tires. It comesin two sizes and is aimed at the high-endconsumer who is willing to pay $400 plusfor a premium product.

Anchor Hocking Glass has big plans for its introductions, with more than 400new items debuting. But forthe Preview, the companylimited itself to a few examples of its newstemware colors of topaz,amethyst and aquamarine and bubbleglass, and someceramic food storagecontainers with colored lids.

The made-in-America theme continues to resonatewith both store owners and their customers, andmany companies are nowshowcasing U.S.-made items.Columbian Home Products’ Snow Riverline of cutting boards, bowls and butcher

blocks hails from a manufacturing plant inNorthern Wisconsin using recoveredcherry, maple and walnut that comes fromfurniture and cabinet makers. Columbian’sBetter Browning Bakeware and HeritageCollection Granite Ware are alsoAmerican made. The bakeware is a newcollection of porcelain enamel over steelthat is designed to brown baked goodswhile keeping them nonstick.

CaliBowl, which does its production in the United States, offered new colors,including the year’s top shade of tangerine,in some of its popular bowls, as well as aNon-Spill Toddler Suction Bowl.

Many of the Preview products alsocontinued the popular theme of savingspace and/or doing double duty with asingle item. New Zealand-based Sistemashowed off its Go and storage-to-microwave lines. The Go products aredesigned to carry lunch or breakfast inmultiple compartments, so that salads stayfresh and yogurt and fruit are separated.

Some versions eveninclude snap-together, store-in-the-lid utensils. Themicrowave line allowsconsumers to heat orsteam via in-lid ventsand removable trays.

Aladdin, which hasbeen promoting aback-to-lunch themefor a few years,continued with itsinsulated foodcontainers that

replicate deli cartons, expandable snackcontainers for kids and one-handed,

vacuum insulatedbeverage mugs.A newcomer to thePreview, PackIt isalso part of the lunchcrowd with lunch,snack and grocerycoolers that feature abuilt-in cold pack. Users just put the entireunit in the freezer, folded flat to save space,and then pull it out to fill it with lunch orsnack items they want to keep cold for hours.

Of course, the Preview wouldn’t becomplete without a look at the latestgadgets. To keep boiling liquids fromspilling over, Kuhn Rikon developed theSpill Stop—a silicone shield that fits overpots and can double as a splatter guard byremoving the center and turning it into adome. Lifetime Brands’ Trap DoorColander under the Farberware label bothstrains and dispenses food through a lever-controlled door at the bottom.

Another newcomer, The Butcher’sKitchen, demonstrated a series of meatmallets with detachable handles so userscan switch to different plates for pounding,texturizing and tenderizing meat. Andperennial gadgeteer Cuisipro showed off anew mini ice cream sandwich maker anda pocket grater, while Tovolo expanded onits spatula line with new prints, more colorsand some different sizes.

With a nod to nostalgia, but with everydayusers in mind, Progressive Internationalshowcased some additions to its homecanning line. Ken Zorovich, President ofZoku, continues to add to his line as well,showing off a single version of his QuickPop maker and a Chocolate Station soconsumers can further embellish their

frozen treats.

Both SodaStream andSousVide Supreme, which havelaunched successful products inthe past, are building on thosebrands with a SodaStream FizzHome Soda Maker and a more

compact countertop version of theSousVide, called SousVide Supreme Chef.

Also evident at the Preview werecompanies addressing the cleaning sideof home management. Much of cleaningis focused on microfibers, germ eradicationand ease of use. Bona US offered a mopwith sonic motion (or vibration) forcleaning tougher messes and another mopdesigned for hardwood floors. AnvidProducts also had a steam mop thatfeatured vibration for added cleaning.Crane USA showed its Germ Defensehumidifiers that have antimicrobialprotection in the tank, while Quickie Mfg.put the antimicrobials in its Lysol brandsponges. DuPont brought a line of surfacecare products for all the latest homefinishes such as stone and stainless steel.There was even a toothbrush sanitizerfrom VIOlight.

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ANOLON ADVANCED BRONZETHREE-PIECE PASTA SETthe new Anolon Advanced Bronzethree-piece pasta Set features a large,straight-sided 7-quart covered stockpotwith an 8-quart stainless steel pastainsert. designed to conveniently boiland drain pasta without using acolander, the set’s perforated pastainsert efficiently drains water back intothe pot when lifted. without the insert,the stockpot can be used to preparelarge batches of soup, stews, chowdersand more. Anolon Advanced Bronzecookware is crafted of extra-thick, hard-anodized aluminum, an idealconductor of heat, and twice as hardas stainless steel. the tulip-shaped panshave flared sides and feature apremium dupont® Autograph 2nonstick coating on the cookingsurface. ergonomic Anolon SureGrip®

handles on the cookware and thetempered glass-domed lid are craftedfrom stainless steel and silicone rubberin matching bronze to provide a soft,cool grip. each handle is riveted to thepan or lid for maximum stability anddurability. perfect for recipes that requireoven cooking, Anolon AdvancedBronze cookware is oven safe to 400°f.the set will be available in the fall.Suggested Retail Price: $79.99

Anolon/meyer corp. u.S.[tel] 800.388.3872www.anolon.com

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OASIS CONCEPTS FOLDING KITCHEN ISLANDSA line of folding kitchen islands will beunveiled by oasis concepts at the2012 international Housewares Show.patented precision-hinged foldingmechanism involves 28 hinges workingtogether to provide an instant 7 to 11square feet of work surface. unlike otherfolding furniture, all oasis conceptsmodels come fully assembled. All oasisislands opens and closes withinseconds and folds to between 4.75and 5.75 inches for easy storage. Allcomes with four locking castors, andthey also come in various sizes, shapes,colors, heights, textures, with manyaccessories to choose from. newestaddition to the line is a country stylerectangular island, model #KK-3009Qp,with classic spindle legs. it has a solidhardwood butcher block style top withtwo solid hardwood shelves. the tabletop measures 32"w x 22"d x 36"H, andit has a wooden towel bar on one side,plus two rows of stemware racksunderneath the butcher block top forholding up to eight glasses.Suggested Retail Price: $249.95

oasis concepts[email] sales@oasisconcepts.comwww.oasisconcepts.com

BZB PRODUCTS SHARKSKINZZBZB products llc, makers of theSharkskinzz brand line of reusable foldingdrinkware, is pleased to announce itslicensing deal with warner Bros. See the full range of iconic superheroesfeaturing Batman, dc comics andJustice league designs—24 new skus.Also being introduced will be a newgroundbreaking line of children’sreusable folding drinkware—finally, ahealthful drink alternative to one timeuse throwaway juice packs. Also beingfeatured are new fashion-forward designsand colors in larger size folding bottles. Suggested Retail Price: $3.99-7.99

BZB products llc[tel] 215.240.1825www.sharkskinzzbrand.com

SUNHEAT ELECTRONIC INFRARED HEATERthe original Sunheat electronic infraredheater is the best-built, most-referred andhas the highest customer satisfactionof any infrared heater on the market.the SH-1500 model effectively heats upto 1,000 square feet, cannot start a fireand can dramatically cut consumerheating costs. Sunheat uses twice asmuch cured copper as the nearestcompetitor and the whisper quite, highvelocity fan is rated to last for 150,000hours. Sunheat has made thecommitment to built top quality madein uSA cabinets and mantels for their lineof heaters, fireplaces and air purifiers.

Sunheat internationalwww.sunheat.com

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Howard Sunshield Outdoor Furniture Wax

Parasia International Man Law BBQ Toolsman law: Good fire - Good Beer- Good tools. Grilling: it's theperfect confluence of art andscience, engineering and craft,mind and spatula. the frenchsauté, braise, poach. they do notgrill. men Grill. Since the first dawnof man, there has been honorand responsibility in providing forone's family. in order to trulyappreciate this honor, all menmust abide by the code thatcomes with it. this code is knownas man law. the proper grilling of a $23 porterhouse is a feat to rival theerection of the Great pyramids, the Hoover dam and the brother-in-law's yardshed. Grilling fish or fowl, mere weenie or edible plant life is a seriousendeavor. Grilling, thus, requires the proper tools. tools crafted and honoredwith the care of a surgeon operating on his fantasy team's QB. tools, thatblessing with long ago distinguished man from animal. the highest qualitytools with a sense of humor.

Parasia International[tel] 763.267.7900www.manlawbbq.com

Fire Wire Skewers

food moves seamlessly from mari-nade to the grill and to the plate,thanks to the flexible, stainless steeldesign that allows the griller to mar-inate the food after it has beenloaded on the skewer. Simply placethe fire wire® skewers loaded withan assortment of meat and vegeta-bles into a favorite marinade in abaggie or a bowl. excess spacewon’t be required in the cooler or re-frigerator and users won’t have to handle the food after it’s been marinated.take the fire wire straight from the marinade to the grill. By putting the skewertip outside the grill, no tools are required to turn or remove the skewers. theunique stainless steel design won’t conduct heat, so the tips left outside thegrill will remain the ambient temperature. Any griller knows the problems withthe short bamboo skewers—having to soak them so they don’t burn—butthey end up catching on fire, anyway. And if you switch to metal-plated skew-ers, a chemical reaction occurs with the contact of the marinade—leavinga metallic taste on the food. measuring 31" in length, fire wire skewers canhold about twice as much food as a standard straight skewer. Stainless steelwill not react with marinades and won’t burn like bamboo skewers. fire wireis dishwasher safe and has a lifetime guarantee.

Inno-Labs[tel] 620.229.9800 www.inno-labs.com

the perfect product for protecting any wood inan outdoor living area, Howard SunShield® isspecially designed to keep teak and otherhardwood furniture from cracking, drying andoxidizing due to exposure to sun, temperaturevariations or moisture. SunShield combines uvinhibitors along with a unique blend ofcarnauba wax, beeswax and orange oil, toenhance the natural beauty and depth of grainand help to repel water. it effectively penetratesand replenishes natural oils. SunShield shouldbe used at least once each season of the yearto protect against the weather elements, orwhenever wood looks faded or dry. the gel-likeconsistency makes it easy to apply. perfect forprotecting doors that have sun exposure,outdoor kitchen cabinets and all wooden patiofurniture. Howard SunShield comes packed sixeach (16-ounce bottles) to a case.Suggested Retail Price: $8.99-10.99

Howard Products Inc.[tel] 800.266.9545www.howardproducts.com

Brushtech Long Lasting BBQ Brushmade in the united States, the BrushtechBBQ Brush features brass bristles designed forthe toughest cleaning jobs. the long lastingBBQ Brush will not scratch or damageporcelain or chrome grids. it measures 15"l ong by 2.5" wide.SRP: $16.99Outdoor living SKUs: 100+

Brushtech[tel] 518.563.8420www.brushtechbrushes.com

Cuisinart All Foods Gas Grill

the cuisinart All foods Gas Grill is a versatilecooking system that expertly grills fine foods.Solid grilling performance is provided from a12,000 Btu stainless steel loop burner, a heatdistributing panel and a preseasoned castiron cooking grate. the grill is compact, makingit ideal for smaller yards and patios. for grillingon the go, features such as folding side shelvesand large carry handles make it easy totransport to the game, campsite or beach.SRP: $179.99Outdoor living SKUs: 9 grills and 40+ grillingtools/accessories

The Fulham Group[tel] 617.467.6390www.cuisinartgrilling.com

Rachael Ray Three-Piece Bamboo BBQ Set

part of the popular rachael ray Bambootools collection, the three-piece BBQ Set handsomely combines sturdy and heat-safe stainless steel with extra long handles crafted from sustainablebamboo. Specifically designed for outdoorgrilling, the set includes a fork, slotted turnerand tongs.SRP: $39.99Outdoor living SKUs: 1

Meyer Corp. U.S.[tel] 707.551.2852www.potsandpans.com

Bialetti Moka Express Coffee Makerthe unique aluminum stove top coffeemaker is the no. 1 coffee maker with morethan 200 million units sold worldwide. manycampers consider it a must-have part oftheir gear. the moka express is easy to use:fill the lower chamber with water and themetal filter with a favorite espresso grind,then screw the top tightly on the base andplace on medium heat. Available in 1-, 3-,6-, 9- or 12-cup size.SRP: $19.95-59.95

Bialetti USA[tel] 800.421.6290www.bialetti.com

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Wabash Valley Farms Traditional Shake & Pop Outdoor Popcorn Popper

for generations, Americans havepopped popcorn over an open flame.whether leaning against a granitehearth or perched next to a campfireout on the range, patriots and pioneersused hand-shaken, fire-cooked pop-corn to warm their evenings. now retail-ing for less than $20, the traditionalShake & pop outdoor popcorn popperlets users step back in time to rustle upsome hot, crunchy, melt-in-your-mouthpopcorn. from the makers of the origi-nal whirley pop Stovetop popcorn pop-per, the traditional Shake & pop has a16.5" long handle (with wooden grip)that allows anyone to easily and safelymake delicious popcorn over a campfire, fireplace or backyard grill.And, the clean up is quick and easy: just wipe the non-stick coatingand hinged lid with a paper towel. then, store it in a cabinet for lateruse, or hang it next to the fireplace as a decorative complement. Shop-pers note the nostalgic appeal of the rustic packaging, while retailersappreciate the compactness—fitting easily on store shelves. Stop bybooth S4010, and try some popcorn the way it was first grown to bepopped—straight from the traditional Shake & pop popcorn popper.

Wabash Valley Farms[tel] 877.888.7077www.wfarms.com

Prodyne Iced DipKeep dips, sauces, condiments,snacks and more chilled and freshover ice with prodyne’s iced dip. per-fect for both outdoor and indoor en-tertaining, the two-piece set featuresa 22-ounce high quality 18/8brushed stainless steel upper dipbowl and an attractive, rounded,crystal clear acrylic ice bowl. Simplyplace ice and cold water into thelower bowl and position the upperdip bowl into the lower bowl so itnests down into the ice water towhere the stainless steel bowl will stay nice and cold. Both bowls may bealso be used alone as individual servers. A lid is included to convenientlystore dips made ahead of time or leftovers. comes packaged in an attractive, full-color box.Suggested Retail Price: $19.99

Prodyne Enterprises[tel] 800.822.4776www.prodyne.com

Weston Products ‘Live to Cook’ Vacuum Sealer new from the weston products “live tocook” product line is the professionalAdvantage vacuum Sealer—the perfectally in the battle to keep food fresh. Storefreshly made entrees and extend the lifeof leftovers and perishables with this easy-to-use sealer. its 11" wide, angled sealingtray is the right size for vacuum sealingany dish, and the angled chamberopening helps prevent liquids fromentering the vacuum chamber duringsealing. with a 210-watt, fan-cooled motor,this vacuum sealer delivers 23" HG vacuum strength, but is designed to preventoverheating for consistent, reliable sealing. its brushed stainless steel finishmakes it an attractive appliance to grace any countertop. each vacuumsealer includes 15 bonus vacuum bags in a variety of sizes to kick start anykitchen sealing project. the “live to cook” collection is available throughweston products in partnership with celebrity chef michael Symon. chefSymon has applied his passion for cooking to develop this line of productsthat provides the essential tools for preparing dishes at home that rivalprofessionally prepared cuisine from favorite restaurants. the “live to cook”line offers products that make cooking easier, more efficient and always fun.Suggested Retail Price: $199.99

Weston Products LLC[tel] 800.814.4895www.westonproducts.com

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Rösle Charcoal Grill

rösle has used its engineering expertiseto create a charcoal grill that solves realproblems encountered by grillers, offeringprecise temperature controls, easycleaning and space to grill for a crowd.the dome lid is constructed of porcelainenamel-coated steel and the sturdy,balanced frame is made of powder-coated steel with 8" rubber wheels. thegrill is available in two sizes: 20" and 24".SRP: $430 and $500Outdoor living SKUs: 2 grills and 25 accessories

Rösle[tel] 302.326.4801www.rosleusa.com

Nordic Ware 365 Meatball Griller

from indoor kitchen to outdoor patio, nordic ware's 365 cookware line is designedto inspire culinary creativity. 365 indoor/outdoor grill cookware is made in the unitedStates. the 365 meatball Griller infusesclassic meatballs with grilled flavor. the concave design keeps meatballsround, and the non-stick coating provides

for easy cleanup.SRP: $15.99Outdoor living SKUs: 23

Nordic Ware[tel] 800.328.4310www.nordicware.com

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“Growth in both individual and companyattendance reflects an increasingly healthyeconomy and amplified the positive moodof the market,” said Dorothy Belshaw,NYIGF Director and GLM Senior VicePresident. “Anecdotally, exhibitorsreported a week of strong order writing,especially within home product categories,including textiles, tabletop, homefurnishings and gourmet housewares.”

Daniel Berkowitz, President of Picnic Plus,a leader in innovative and unique outdoorliving and indoor entertaining products, saidthe increase in attendance was noticeablefrom his booth. Naomi Deutsch, BusinessDevelopment Director for the company,agreed. “I haven’t seen this many people at

this show in 10 years,” she said. Berkowitznoticed particularly that he was visited in hisbooth by more of his West Coast customersthan has been usual at recent New Yorkshows. “We’ve written international ordersas well,” Deutsch said. For more information,contact Picnic Plus: 610.738.3300 ornaomi@picnic-plus.com.

Mary Wallace, a co-founder ofpeopletowels, noted that theSustainAbility: design for a better world®showcase that's a growing part of the GiftFair helped attendees find eco-friendlyproducts at the show. “That's been veryhelpful for us,” said the manufacturer ofhand towels made from 100 percent fairtrade organic cotton. The towels are terryon one side with a soft, smooth texture onthe other, and they're about the size of alarge pocket handkerchief.

They were drawing a lot of attention from

folks who were looking for the next newgreen product to meet the needs ofcustomers who are increasingly focused onfinding reusable products to replacedisposable paper and packaging products foreveryday household needs. “A lot of peopleare buying our towels to put in their kids'lunch boxes to go to school,” Wallace said.“It ’s been really interesting to see theincrease in the number of people looking foreco-friendly products. There's been quite achange of attitude. I think customers are driving it.” For information contactWallace at mwallace@peopletowels.com or 888.237.2498.

DKB Household USA Corp. used theshow as an opportunity to unveil a rangeof new products from Zyliss. New at thisshow were, among others, Fast Cut herbslicers, a three-in-one folding grater, acorn stripper for taking corn off the cob,

and three new knives that come with bladeguards so they're perfect for taking ontrips or tossing into a drawer withoutworrying about an unprotected edge.

DKB also offered a preview of Zylissproducts that will debut in August atNYIGF. Those included a slicers for bothtomatoes and mozzarella cheese and apeeler and paring knife in one that'sperfect for fruit. For information, contactCharlie Wood, Director of Sales for DKBHousehold USA, at 949.296.3446 orcharlie.wood@dkbrands.us

The summer market will take placeSaturday, Aug. 18, through Thursday, Aug.23 at the Javits Convention Center andPassenger Ship Terminal Piers 92 and 94.Some 35,000 attendees from all 50 statesand more than 80 countries worldwideare expected. Information and registrationare available online at www.nyigf.com.

BY LORRIE BAUMANN

The New York's Newest show at the NewYork International Gift Fair offered aplethora of ideas for giftware that's ontrend, fabulous and fun.

One strong trend seen at the show was forreusable products that reduce waste. As anexample, BOWLOVERS, 100 percentcotton bowl covers with elastic edges.BOWLOVERS come in sets of sixmachine washable covers that fit overvarious bowl sizes and are printed withdifferent messages to distinguish themand the bowls they cover from each other.“DELICIOUS LEFTOVERS,” says one,and “WASTE NOT, WANT NOT”appears on another.

BOWLOVERS were invented in GreatBritain by a woman who wantedsomething more sustainable than theshower cap she was using to replacedisposable plastic wrap or aluminum foil.They’re now available to U.S. retailers.BOWLOVERS have a suggested retailprice of $20 for a package of six – twolarge, two medium, and two small bowlcovers. For more information, call JohnSimon Sales at 855.700.7529 or emailbowlovers@johnsimonsales.com

Following that same trend is Re-Pac Bags:reusable pouches for storage of food,toiletries, school supplies, or other smallobjects. The pouches are leak-resistant as

well as stain-, water- and mold-resistant,and they're washable in either thedishwasher or washing machine. They'rephthalate-free and plastic-free, with a nylonliner and a skin of 100-percent polyestermicrofiber. The bags come in gallon, quart,sandwich, and snack sizes, and sell at retailfor $7 to $10 each, depending on size. Formore information, call 760.580.5875 oremail sales@re-pacbags.com.

VERSANTE has introduced a line of all-natural premier quality bath and bodyproducts that bring Vermont'senvironmental ethic to upscale hotels, spas,and retail shops. “We have a life-longtheme of health and wellness,” said JanMarinelli, a VERSANTE partner alongwith Richard Eyre. “We're all about thewellness experience, and we chose to livein a place where purity and simplicity isthe brand.”

The VERSANTE line includes hand andbody lotions, body butters, body mists,bath salts, and salt and sugar scrubs. Oneof the most popular products in the lineis a maple syrup and brown sugar bodyscrub that brings the Vermont experienceinto the home spa. “There’s somethingabout the alpine experience,” Marinellisaid. “These bring the forest into homes.”Individual products retail for $5.95 to $22,with gift sets ranging higher. For moreinformation, call 800.769.1545 or visitwww.versantebodycare.com.

The folks at BuzzFinder are taking someof the stress off women with a devicedesigned to save time spent looking forlost items. The BuzzFinder is a smalldevice that a woman can attach to itemsshe’s likely to lose. The device comes in aset along with a couple of egg-size remotecontrols that can be worn as jewelry ortucked into a purse or drawer. When theitem to which the device is attached goesmissing, a touch to the remote controlwill send a signal that causes theBuzzFinder to make an 85 decibel soundpowerful enough to lead the owner to theobject from a range of up to 200 feet away.And if it's the remote control itself that'slost, a signal from the second remotecontrol will help to track it down. TheBuzzFinder has a suggested retail price of$34.95 for the basic model that comes inblack or white and $39.95 for the deluxemodel that's finished with either dramaticpink crystals or elegant carbone. For moreinformation, call 1.866.768.2388 or visitwww.sosfinder.com.

The New York’s Newest show alsofeatured a variety of items designed justfor fun. The Storymatic is one of these. It’s a box of cards that each contain eitheran element of a character in a story or asituation that prompts a story. To play thegame, each player draws two charactercards and two situation cards and inventsa story on the spur of the moment. “It’sgreat for bedtime stories or at a party toget people interacting together,” saidVaune Trachtman, Business Manager forThe Storymatic. “It’s like a ball. You know,there are a lot of things you can do witha ball. It breaks you out of the day-to-day.”

The game was invented by Brian Moon, awriter and teacher of writing, who developedit as an exercise for his fiction-writingclasses. His students had so much fun

playing the game that they took it back totheir dormitories to play with their friends.When Moon learned about that, he wasinspired to develop it for the mass market.For more information, call 802.451.0050,email vaune@thestorymatic.com or visitwww.thestorymatic.com.

For wearable fun, consider Panda hats, aline of synthetic fur animal-inspired hatsthat have become the rage for adults aswell as children. Panda was founded in2009 in a small booth at the Union Squareholiday market in New York City. Thebrand now includes more than 70 originaldesigns sold in 25 retail locations in theU.S. and Europe.

“I don’t think it ’s a fad. I think it ’s a trend,” said Panda’s Tomer Melman.Although the warm and fuzzy hats aredefinitely winter wear, he believes that the trend will survive the summer to come back strong for next winter, whenthe new Panda hats will include pockets for iPods. “It’s always winter somewhere,”he says. “It’s not like we go to sleep andwake up when it's winter.” Retail pricesrange from $25 to $80. For moreinformation, call 646.259.5513 or visitwww.pandahats.com.

Also putting fun into fashion accessoriesis the Hi-di-hi line of retro-hip accessoriesfor people who aren't afraid of beingnoticed carrying a purse that winks atpassers-by. “It’s fresh new accessories tobrighten up lives,” said Phil Mykland,Vice President of Sales for PortalDistribution, which introduced the line tothe American market at this year’s NewYork International Gift Fair. Retail priceson Hi-di-hi products range from $15 to$100. For a complete list, call PortalDistribution at 612.454.9066 or visit thewebsite at hi-di-hi.com.

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summer entertaining

BY A.J. FLICK

Ah, spring—a time when so many of us arestepping out into the warm sunshine to getour first whiff in months of ... racing fuel?

Don’t scoff if you're not one of 40 millionAmericans who are NASCAR fans. Accordingto NASCAR, that’s 37 percent of the U.S. adult population, 32 percent of whom are18 to 34 years old and 40 percent of whom arefemale. In addition, 42 percent of NASCARfans earn more than $50,000 a year.

Not only do those statistics shatter theredneck stereotype of racing fans, it alsomeans there’s a ton of marketingopportunities to grab those NASCARfans, who love nothing more than tosnatch up anything with their favoritedriver’s image or number on them.

The folks at Tervis know what it’s like tohave a loyal following. “Tervomaniacs,” asthey call themselves, snatch up thecompany's popular insulated tumblersalmost as soon as they are put on theshelves.

Tervomaniacs, meet NASCAR. NASCARfans, meet Tervis.

Tervis’s NASCAR tumbler collection wasintroduced at the Atlanta InternationalGift & Home Furnishings Market andonto retailers’

shelves just in time for the 2012 NASCARseason, which began Feb. 26 with thestoried Daytona 500.

“We do a lot of research to figure outwhich brands and which products matchTervis,” said Kristi Rees, Tervis SeniorBrand Manager. “And we also listen toour consumers, who have been askingfrequently on our Facebook page why wedon’t have any NASCAR products.”

The NASCAR Tervis tumbler collectionhas 28 designs featuring the NASCARlogo and 13 drivers: Carl Edwards, DaleEarnhardt Jr., Danica Patrick, DennyHamlin, Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson,Joey Logano, Kevin Harvick, Kyle Busch,Matt Kenseth, Ryan Newman, 2011Champion Tony Stewart and JamieMcMurray. The 14 styles are available inall tumbler sizes and retail for $16 to $20.

“I’ve been a NASCAR fan for many years,” said Rees, who roots for five-timechamp Jimmie Johnson, “and it ’s so

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exciting to be part of bringing that in forour consumers.”

Tervis will merchandize the NASCARcollection—as well as its new Fiesta

Americana line, Peanuts collection and insulated water bottles—using avariety of strategies including social media(Facebook), signage in stores, email blastsand, of course, connecting with retailers tolet them know about the new products.

Sure, tumblers keep beverages cold or hot,but let's not forget the real “meat” of atailgate party: what’s on the grill. LittleGriddle has a line of heavy-duty grill-topgriddles that allow just about anything tobe cooked on any grill. The four styles andsix sizes are made of 12- or 14-gauge 430stainless steel and fit easily and securelyon an outdoor barbecue or campfire grill.They retail from $69.99 to $449.99.

For those who really want to get to thetailgate party in style, look no further thanthe Sachi Fashion Lunch Bags—insulated,fashionable lunch bags suitable for anyschool or work setting as well as summerparties. Stylish and roomy enough todouble as a handbag, they keep food hotor cold as desired. The bags easily wipeclean with a damp cloth and the handlesfold down for refrigerator storage. TheSachi bags come in a variety of styles andcolors and retail for $14.99 to $23.99.

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WABASH VALLEY FARMS “OPEN-FIREPOP” POPCORN POPPERfrom the makers of the originalwhirley pop Stovetop popcorn poppercomes an outdoor gift that is a “musthave” for every fisherman, hiker,camper, tailgater or backyardenthusiast: the open-fire pop popcornpopper. it’s a top retailing addition toany store selling products for theoutdoors, tailgating, fire pits or outdoorcooking. the open-fire pop is all aboutconvenience and fun. weighing in atonly 1.5 pounds and combined witha quick-release, telescoping handle,this popper makes packing andstoring a breeze. the popper comeswith three All-inclusive open-fire poppopping Kits, so when users are readyfor fun, they just open the package,pour, shake, and pop. the best part isthat cleanup is effortless. Just wipewith a paper towel and get back toother outdoor fun. An added bonus isthe interactive packaging that invitescustomers to pick up the popper,stretch the handle and imagine thenext outside event with friends andfamily—once they pick it up, theywon’t put it down until the checkoutline. Stop by booth S4010 at iHHS, trysome hot, buttery delicious popcornand experience firsthand theconvenience and fun crafted intoevery open-fire pop.

wabash valley farms[tel] 877.888.7077www.wfarms.com

PARRISH MINI-RING MOLDSmini-ring molds from parrish's cakedecorating Supplies inc. are idealfor baking, molding and cuttingcakes, mousses, tortes orcheesecakes. they are available inround, oval, teardrop, heart, hexagonand comma shapes. All molds aremade of heavy-gauge aluminum.Suggested Retail Price: $5-8 (minimumorder $50)

parrish's cake decorating Supplies inc.[tel] 310.324.2253 or 800.736.8443

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FIRE WIRE SKEWERSfood moves seamlessly from marinadeto the grill and to the plate, thanks tothe flexible, stainless steel design thatallows the griller to marinate the foodafter it has been loaded on the skewer.Simply place the fire wire® skewersloaded with an assortment of meatand vegetables into a favoritemarinade in a baggie or a bowl.excess space won’t be required in thecooler or refrigerator and users won’thave to handle the food after it’s beenmarinated. take the fire wire straightfrom the marinade to the grill. Byputting the skewer tip outside the grill,no tools are required to turn or removethe skewers. the unique stainless steeldesign won’t conduct heat, so the tipsleft outside the grill will remain the

ambient temperature. Any griller knowsthe problems with the short bambooskewers—having to soak them so theydon’t burn—but they end up catchingon fire, anyway. And if you switch tometal-plated skewers, a chemicalreaction occurs with the contact ofthe marinade—leaving a metallic tasteon the food. measuring 31" in length,fire wire skewers can hold about twice as much food as a standardstraight skewer. Stainless steel will not react with marinades and won’t burn like bamboo skewers. firewire is dishwasher safe and has alifetime guarantee.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Trade Show Buzz

MARCH 201210-13 International Home +

Housewares ShowMcCormick Place

Chicago, IL 847.692.0100www.housewares.org

17-19 Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings and

Holiday MarketAmericasMart

Atlanta, GA, 800.ATL.MARTwww.americasmart.com

17-19 New England Products Trade Show

Portland Sports ComplexPortland, ME 800.638.6787

www.nepts.com

APRIL 201217-20 New York Tabletop MarketNew York Showrooms, 41 Madison,

7 West 34th, 230 Fifth Ave.New York, NY, 212.686.1203,212.279.6063, 800.698.5617

www.41madison.com, www.7wnewyork.com,www.230fifthave.com

21-26 International HomeFurnishings Market

High Point, NC, 336.869.1000www.ihfc.com

MAY 201219-22 International Contemporary

Furniture FairJacob K. Javits Convention CenterNew York, NY, 800.272.SHOW

www.icff.com

JUNE 201210-11 Market Square's The Buyers

Cash & CarryGreater Philadelphia Expo Center

Oaks, PA, 717.796.2377www.marketsquareshows.com

12-14 Licensing International ExpoMandalay Bay Convention CenterLas Vegas, NV, 310.857.7620www.licensingexpo.com

17-19 Summer Fancy Food ShowWalter E.Washington Convention Center

Washington, DC, 212.482.6440www.specialtyfood.com

20-26 Dallas Total Home & Gift MarketDallas Market Center

Dallas, TX, 800.DAL.MKTSwww.dallasmarketcenter.com

20-26 Dallas Holiday & Home ExpoDallas Market Center

Dallas, TX, 800.DAL.MKTSwww.dallasmarketcenter.com

25-31 California Gift ShowL.A. Mart

Los Angeles, CA, 800.LAMART4www.lamart.com

www.californiagiftshow.com

JULY 201211-18 Atlanta International Gift,

HomeFurnishings & Holiday Market

AmericasMart AtlantaAtlanta, GA, 800.ATL.MARTwww.americasmart.com

22-25 Philadelphia Gift ShowGreater Philadelphia Expo Center

Oaks, PA, 678.285.3976www.philadelphiagiftshow.com

25-31 California Gift ShowL.A. Mart

Los Angeles, CA, 800.LAMART4www.lamart.com

www.californiagiftshow.com

AUGUST 201212-15 CGTA Gift Show

Toronto International Centre &Toronto Congress Centre

Toronto, Canada, 800.611.6100www.cgta.org

19-22 Alberta Gift ShowNorthlands Agricom

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, 877.281.0005www.albertagiftshow.com

26-29 Montreal Gift ShowPlace Bonaventure

Montreal, Quebec, Canada, 877.281.0005www.montrealgiftshow.com

SEPTEMBER 20128-10 Dallas Total Home

& Gift MarketDallas Market Center

Dallas, TX, 800.DAL.MKTSwww.dallasmarketcenter.com

30-Oct. 2 Fall Gift & Home MarketL.A. Mart

Los Angeles, CA, 800.LAMART4www.lamart.com

www.californiagiftshow.com

San Joaquin Valley, the Fresno Food Expo,takes place at the Fresno Convention andEntertainment Center on March 8. In itssecond year, this show is attractingnational and international buyers withmore than 100 exhibitors ranging fromfood producers, manufacturers andgrowers to winemakers and brewers.Discover innovative new products,specialty crops and new sourcing-solutionsat this show.

Remember to check out what’s brewing atthe National Coffee Association’s annualconvention, Full Steam Ahead: Solution’sfor Tomorrow's Industry, March 22 to 24,happening at the Charleston Place Hotelin Charleston, S.C.

The Chicago Spring Market takes place March 25 to 27, in conjunction

BY MIMI VILLAFANE

The Trade Show Industry is abuzz this monthwith highlights and happenings. New products,features, awards and business, to name a few.

New York International Gift Fair Several exhibitors were recognized and awardedfor excellence in product design, interior designand best new products. Seven exhibitors in theAt Home section were recognized by theAmerican Society of Interior Designers as“Best of the Best” in the winter market. Five“Best New Product Awards” were presented atBaby & Child. And four Accent on Designexhibitors were awarded for excellence. Tocheck out the winners, go towww.nyigf.com/TheShow/AwardsPromotionsDisplays.aspx

Don’t miss these unique shows this month The regional food show in California’s

with STYLEMAX and the NationalBridal Market Chicago. The JanuaryChicago Market set attendance records, had standing-room only programs and showcased fresh newproducts and permanent showrooms. For more information, go towww.shopchicagomarket.com

April and May ShowsThe New York Tabletop Show comes toNew York April 17 to 20; this is the placewhere more than 100 showrooms willopen their doors for one of the biggesttabletop shows ever. A large portion of itis housed at Forty One MadisonAvenue—the modern style glass and steelbuilding contains 23 floors of showroomsfrom more than 80 manufacturers oftableware, tableware housewares and giftproducts. For more information, checkout: www.41madison.com

What’s in store at United Fresh 2012,The Produce Show in Dallas May 1 to 3?Come listen to Former First Lady Laura

C A L E N D A RTRADESHOW

Bush present the keynote address on May2, Wednesday’s Breakfast General Sessionat United Fresh.

From May 5 to 8, The NationalRestaurant Association Show will be atMcCormick Place, Chicago. In this venue, 58,000 industry pros from more than 100 countries can connect with1,800 exhibitors. Special Keynote Speaker President Bill Clinton will address attendees.

Those of us with sweet tooths will wantto attend the 2012 Sweets & Snacks Expocoming to Chicago’s McCormick PlaceMay 8 to 10. Sponsored by the NationalConfectioners Association, the Expo hasthe honor of being the largestconfectionery, cookie and snack show inthe Americas. The show features morethan 540 companies showcasing 3.5 acresof confectionery and snack products. Besure to balance the sweets with healthyfoods; eat plenty of produce at UnitedFresh before heading to this show!

American Fei Tian ......................................17, 33

Bannex International Inc..................................26

Click Clack U.S/Innova Products..................19

Core Bamboo .....................................................23

EdgeCraft Corp .................................................34

Essenergy .............................................................23

Fissler USA .....................................................2, 36

Franmara..............................................................12

Full Circle Home/GMX..................................21

Hewlett Manufacturing....................................24

Highwave Inc......................................................25

Howard Products Inc........................................31

Inno-Labs ............................................................20

KitchenHappy ....................................................26

Lancaster Colony...............................................16

Linden Sweden Inc. ...........................................25

Mastrad Inc............................................................5

Mercantile International ..................................26

MÜ Kitchen Inc.................................................21

Parrish Cake Decorating.....................................6

Pragotrade ...........................................................16

Prodyne Enterprises Inc....................................27

SCI Scandicrafts ................................................22

Starfrit ..................................................................17

Talisman Designs .................................................4

Tokyo Plast ............................................................7

Tribest Corp........................................................29

Victorinox ...........................................................15

Vinaroz.................................................................24

Vita Craft ............................................................22

Wabash Valley.....................................................33

Wilshire Industries ............................................11

Wüsthof-Trident of America Inc. ...................20

YouCopia Products..............................................3

ADVERTISER INDEX

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