The presents have been unwrapped and the discarded holiday paper, boxes and ribbon have (hopefully) been discarded. And what are we left with? Memories and a few useful kitchen gadgets! I know I was incredibly happy with every aspect of my Christmas celebrations, from the crepe brunch to snacks of Christmas cookies, peppermint bark and hot chocolate. The time spent with loved ones is invaluable, of course, but I have to say that I love the things that I was given, too. I got a silicone egg ring, which is designed to keep fried eggs at just the right size and thickness. I am also planning to use it the next time I make a batch of crumpets to see if it can help keep them round as they "bake". I also received a lovely apron from Anthropologie and a new Aerolatte, a gadget that makes frothing milk for cappuccinos as easy as can be.
Did anyone else get any exciting new kitchen gadgets or other food-related goodies?
12-26-2006 @4:17PM Andrea said... I discovered the aprons at Anthropologie a few weeks ago and they have some cute ones. I ventured into Williams Sonoma on the eve of Christmas Eve to pick up the Rosle bottle opener that is on sale, but was not available at that store, so I treated myself to the Waring Pro Ice Crusher, also on sale. Last one on table.
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12-26-2006 @2:07AM Shai said... Let us know about the silicone ring? The advantage metal rings have is that they heat up and thus cook the sides of the egg (pancake whatever). With silicone while it won't stick (hopefully) it might leave the sides uncooked so when you try to remove the ring...
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12-26-2006 @4:16PM Dr Electro said... I received a new 20-quart stock pot, one of those rimless can openers and a bright, shiny set of stainless mixing bowls. :D I also talked on the phone with both of my kids and some of the grandkids. The great-grandbaby is only two months old so she couldn't talk on the phone yet.
All things considered, our Christmas was everything we hoped for.
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12-26-2006 @10:31PM David said... I got a Kitchenaid Artisan mixer, a double burner gridle, and a new baking stone.
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12-26-2006 @10:31PM Eric A said... I got a 5 quart enameled cast iron pot from Ikea and promptly braised a chuck shoulder. It turned out great. I'd recommend them as an alternative to the overpriced LeCruset stuff. The Ikea pot was even made in France.
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12-26-2006 @4:15PM Robyn said... i got a tea mill. i think it's like for making maccha, but not sure. does anyone know--can i put any kind of green tea in it? or are you supposed to use a certain kind to make maccha?
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12-27-2006 @10:31AM Nicole said... I love that apron from anthropologie! I actually featured it on my site as a gift idea (maybe somebody listened)! I also got a milk frother and I love it because I use a stovetop espresso maker and the frother helps me make perfect cappuccinos now!
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