Houzz Products: Save a Taste of Summer
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Besides the sunny days, barbecues and vacations to the shore, juicy fruits, aromatic herbs and garden veggies are some of the best parts of summer. Extend the season by freezing, canning, pickling or preserving your favorite produce. These kitchen essentials from Houzz Marketplace will help you enjoy the fruits of your labor, long after the lazy days of summer have morphed into the brisk days of autumn.
Mauviel M'passion Copper Jam Pan, 10.6 qt. - $280This hammered copper pan looks just as good on the pot rack as it does on the stove. Handcrafted in France, it’s the ideal vessel for making up large batches of your favorite jam.
Le Creuset Stoneware Berry Jam Jar, Cherry Red - $29.95Embrace the look of classic kitchens from the 1950s with this stoneware jam jar in cherry red. It’s certain to add a bold splash to your kitchen counter or breakfast table.
Progressive 3 Piece Canning Set - $19.95A red and white color scheme makes this set of essential canning tools pretty and practical. It includes a one-hand jar lifter, a magnetic lid lifter and a canning funnel.
Kleins Small Hexagonal Mason Jar - $8.50After making up a batch of sweet pickles, you’ll want to display them proudly inside a clear glass jar. A hinged lid seals in freshness along with flavor.
Butcher Block Hard Maple Cutting Board - $89.95Convenience and craftsmanship come together in this durable maple cutting board. The butcher block board is 12 by 18 inches, so you’ll have plenty of room for slicing and dicing.
Rösle Conical Strainer With Conical Pestle - $59.95Featuring a finely perforated cone, this handy metal strainer comes with a wood pestle to squeeze out moisture, ensuring that you’ll get every last drop.
Le Jacquard Francais Marche Fruits Melon Tea / Kitchen Towel 24 x 31 " - $24The fruits captured on this damask tea towel look almost good enough to eat. Reminiscent of a find from a marché (market) in France, the 100 percent cotton kitchen towel blends form and function.
Mason Jar Kitchen Towel - $10Who says mason jars are just for storage? This lint-free, 100 percent cotton towel features a retro image of a Ball jar that’s printed with earth-friendly, water-based inks and solvents.
MU Kitchen Waffle Towel Set, Tangerine - $11.95Microfiber is softer than silk and stronger than cotton — and it dries quickly too. This pair of waffle-weave towels would make a great addition to any stylish, busy kitchen.
Microplane Premium Classic Orange Zester - $14.95Zesting citrus is a dream with the Microplane grater — originally a woodworking tool. It’s ideal for oranges and lemons as well as nutmeg, chocolate and hard cheeses.
Le Creuset Revolution Wooden Solid Spoon - $24.95This spoon is certain to become a kitchen favorite once you discover its easy-to-grip elliptical handle and deep bowl — both crafted from durable beechwood.
Rösle Medium Spatula - Red - $14.95This red silicone spatula features a metal handle and a flexible blade that conforms easily to a bowl or pan or any shape. The blade’s rigid side also makes it ideal for smooth spreading.
"Marmelade Day" Pendant - $850Add some fun to your overhead space with this pendant lamp that’s crafted from upcycled spoons and a preserving pan. Hang it over a farmhouse sink or set it center stage in the middle of the ceiling.
Baker’s Rack with Wine Rack, Linen White - $119.99If a cramped kitchen’s got you down, here’s an attractive solution that offers storage and workspace. Made of powder-coated steel, it features four storage shelves, a built-in wine rack and a wooden shelf.
Antique Style Wooden Crates - $64.80Wooden crates aren’t just for transporting fresh produce. This antique-style crate stacks both vertically and horizontally, providing a retro space in which to showcase cookbooks, jars of apricot jam or kitchen collectibles.
Speedo Pressure Cooker With Timer - $249.95With its reinforced, insulated Bakelite fittings and continuous rim, this professional-grade pressure cooker is a must-have. Safe to use on all stovetops, it also opens and closes easily with a simple quarter turn of the handle.
Kuhn Rikon Duromatic Top Model Pressure Cooker - $249Here’s a stainless steel cooker that won’t interact with the flavors of your food. Made in Switzerland, it makes use of cooking technology at its finest with an even browning capability and rapid heat absorption.
Cristel Casteline Stainless Steel Stock Pot, 9.9 quart - $309.95Cooking for a crowd just got a lot easier with this 9.9-quart stock pot that’s made of stainless steel. A clear glass lid allows you to see how the syrup’s doing without your ever having to remove the top.
Excalibur Deluxe Food Dehydrator, 5 Trays, Black + Disposable ParaFlexx Sheets - $212.31Make your strawberries and peaches last all year long with this compact food dehydrator. Based on the pioneering design of the Excalibur commercial-grade model, this miniature version allows you to create fruit roll-ups, trail mix, jerky — even dried herbs.
Excalibur Stainless Steel Dehydrating Trays - $24.95Once you get hooked on dehydrating, you’ll need to order some extra trays for increased prep space. This stainless steel, quarter-inch-thick tray fits all five- and nine-tray Excalibur models.
Molecule-R Cuisine R-Evolution Kit - $49.95Playing with your food has never been so much fun. For the mad (food) scientist comes this gastronomy kit that includes four natural texturing agents and six tools to help you create edible powders, gels and spheres.
Kuhn Rikon Original Swiss Peeler, Orange - $4This popular peeler is Swiss engineered; it’s both sleek and practical. A sharp carbon steel blade peels vegetables with ease, and it’s designed to be used by both right- and left-handers.
Magic Strainer Skimmer - $35German precision enters the kitchen with this stainless steel strainer that comes with a lifetime warranty against defects. It’s dishwasher safe, and the handle has a loop so you can hang it for easy storage.
Oxo Good Grips BPA Free Measuring Cups, Set of 3 - $19.95Baby bottles aren’t the only thing that should be BPA free. This set of three dishwasher- and microwave-safe mixing cups is designed with an angled surface so you can conveniently read measurements from above.
Cuisinart Chef's Classic Enameled Cast Iron Oval Casserole, 5.5 Quart, Red - $99.95Good things don’t always come in small packages. Sometimes they also come in cast iron casserole dishes that feature a deep red enameled finish and a handled lid.
Fissler Original Pro Collection Stew Pot, 6.7 Quart - $240Simmer tomatoes like a pro with this stew pot that was designed by professional chefs. It’s made of heavy-gauge, hygienic stainless steel, and the brushed metal finish resists water spots, staining and scratching.
Mauviel M'150c Copper & Stainless Steel Stewpot / Dutch Oven, 6.4 Quart - $315Copper pots have been a favorite of cooks for centuries. Featuring an exterior that’s 90 percent copper and 10 percent stainless steel, and a nonreactive, stainless steel interior, this modern-day version can be used on gas, electric and halogen stovetops as well as in the oven.
Gauge Kitchen Timer - $13.95Precision baking requires perfect timing. Designed to have an industrial, contemporary look, this kitchen timer sports an easy-to-read display with bold block numbers.
Thin Digital Kitchen Scale, White - $20.99Make following those intricate recipes a breeze with this digital kitchen scale that accurately weighs key ingredients, even on an uneven surface. An oversize LCD display makes the job even easier.
Silver and Sleek Kitchen Stock Pot Appliance Shaped Kitchen Timer - $18.59This mini stockpot does more than just look cute — it’s also a kitchen timer. Measuring just 3 inches across, it won’t take up much space on your countertop.
Rösle Ladle with Pouring Rim - $33.95For any cook who wants to maintain a clean prepping space, this drip-free ladle is an essential ingredient. The foot-long metal ladle sports a practical pouring rim and a rounded hook for storing it on a pot rack.
Copper Spoonrest - $48Use this rustic spoon rest to hold your utensils and you’ll have one less mess on the countertop. Made from rich-looking hammered copper, it has a high-lip shape that makes it ideal for holding ladles and large stirring spoons.
Nest Plus, Multicolored, 7 Piece - $29.95Bring a bit of the rainbow into your kitchen with these nested mixing bowls and measuring cups made of polypropylene. And because they’re stackable, minimal space is required for storage.
Herb Dryer With 6 Hooks - $15.95Whether you grow your own thyme and sage, or pick them up at the farmer’s market, this metal rack is a great device for drying herbs. Six hooks let you suspend several bunches at the same time.
Cuisinart Automatic Frozen Yogurt, Ice Cream and Sorbet Maker, Red - $59.95Why settle for store bought when you can make your own plum sorbet or peach ice cream in less than a half hour? The double-insulated freezer bowl will hold up to 1½ quarts of frozen goodness.
SpiceCube Herb Freezer Tray - $9.95You’ve heard of ice cubes, but what about spice cubes? This clever device lets you freeze fresh basil and mint inside see-through cubes so you can use them anytime in soups, sauces or mojitos.
Saline Classic Bib Apron - $80You can still look chic while wearing an apron — especially if it’s as stylish as this one. Made from natural linen, this bib apron was designed to be worn by both guys and gals.
Le Creuset Fingertip Potholder, Set of 2 - $14.95There’s no need to struggle with cumbersome pot holders; just use these fingertip holders instead. A steam and grease barrier provides extra protection, while the 100 percent cotton material means they’re washable.
Le Creuset Cookware Handle Mitt - $7.95Make moving those sizzling skillets safe and easy with this handle mitt. The cotton pad features an embedded magnet and a loop handle for easy hanging storage.
Blue Mason Jar Pendant with Authentic Jar, Oil Rubbed Bronze - $85Trick out a farmhouse-style kitchen with this hanging lamp that’s designed to cradle a candle-style bulb. The rustic pendant light is made from a vintage blue Ball jar and has oil-rubbed bronze hardware.
Kleins Large Hexagonal Mason Jar - $12After you cook up a big batch of raspberry jam, consider this oversize mason jar. The hexagonal shape lends itself to holding confiture or cookies, and the hinged lid keeps goodies away from little fingers.
Vintage Style Set of 3 Bail and Trigger Jars - $19.99Storing your food is easy as 1, 2, 3 with this coordinating trio of cottage-style jars. Clear glass allows you to see what’s inside, while the hermetic seal means food stays fresh.
Ankarsrum Strainer / Berry Press Attachchment - $79.95Fresh blackberries offer an amazing taste of summer, but removing all of the seeds can be a pain. This fruit and berry strainer and press tackles a difficult task in one sturdy, easy-to-use package.
Rösle Adjustable Slicer - $69.95Whether you’re cutting paper-thin ribbons of zucchini, cabbage or cheese, this versatile slicer can handle it. Angled for vertical and horizontal use, it comes with an adjustable blade with 11 positions.
Cork Triple Bottle, 3X10CL - $17.72Infuse oil or vinegar with basil or lemon verbena and then keep it handy in this three-bottle set. The holder is made from renewable cork, and the three glass bottles are nested inside.
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