2019 Milk Street Annual
2020 Milk Street Annual
This handsome hardbound edition of Milk Street Magazine includes all six issues published in 2020. Every recipe from 2020 is included, from Pour-in-the-Pan Pizza with Tomatoes and Mozzarella, Vietnamese Caramel Chicken, and Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Scallions, to Zucchini Salad with Lemon, Herbs and Ricotta, Patatas Bravas, and Swedish "Sticky" Chocolate Cake. Using high quality embossed cloth binding, the annual edition will keep your issues of Milk Street in perfect condition for years to come. The annual edition also includes a full-year master index, so you can find any recipe, article, review or other magazine content in just a few moments. Our 2020 Milk Street Annual preserves our entire year of publication in a permanent, handsome, practical reference book for your cookbook library.
Everdure by Heston Blumenthal Cube Grill
We’re the first to admit that most small grills don’t work. It’s hard to get the charcoal started, it’s hard to control the heat and it’s hard to manuever them because of so much heat in such a small area. This little charcoal grill is the exception to the rule. Not only is it easily portable, as it’s made from lightweight and durable steel, but its unique square shape allows you to distribute charcoal evenly and also have the optimum grilling surface area to squeeze in more steaks than a typical small grill. It’s made with a high-temperature finish with chrome handles, which stay cool to the touch even when the grill is in use. And the design of the firebox allows for enough airflow to start the charcoal, but the chimney-like shape protects it from wind as it lights. The grill grates are perfectly positioned, too—we were able to brown steaks quite nicely without burning them. Plus, the grill also has an integrated storage compartment for extra charcoal or grilling tools as well as a built in bamboo wood tray for serving or to use as a cutting board.
Guelaguetza Designs Plates — Set of 4
Handcrafted exclusively for Milk Street by potters in Puebla, these glazed ceramic plates are painted in the distinctive Talavera style, whose intricate designs evolved from Spanish artisans who arrived in the 16th century. Coming in a set of four, each plate is one of a kind, with slightly different brush strokes and sizes.
J. Catma Hand-Stitched Linen Cocktail Napkins - Set of 4
Custom made for Milk Street, these white Hand-Stitched Linen Cocktail Napkins are made in India by young women who finished a four-year apprenticeship in a historic orphanage. Embroidered with floral motifs and edged with hemstitching—a traditional needlework technique that creates an openwork border. Use them as cocktail napkins or coasters, and when you’re done, simply wash them on a gentle cycle.
Kinto Cast Amber Iced Tea Glass
It's hard to find glassware that is both sturdy and delicate. We like the simple, appealing design of Kinto's iced tea glasses, which are heat-resistant and sturdier than traditional glass. The subtle lip on the rims of the glasses emphasize their sleek tapered shape and also make for easier drinking. Established in 1972 in Shiga, Japan, Kinto incorporates Japanese principles of simplicity and subtle elegance into its tableware designs.
Port Living Concrete Pinch Bowl — Set of Two
It's essential to keep an open container of salt next to the stove, since you're (ideally) seasoning to taste throughout the cooking process. Port Living Co.'s concrete pinch bowl has a solid square base that prevents accidental spillage, and the clean lines are attractive but unobtrusive—and because they come in a set of two, they're perfect for using tableside instead of salt and pepper shakers. Each bowl is treated with a food-grade sealant that is easy to wipe clean, so you can use them interchangeably for salt, spices or sugar.
Mexico by Hand Terra Cotta Bowl
These lovely little bowls are handmade by artisans in Capula, Michoacán. We love the traditional touch these give a tabletop when filled with herby garnishes, dipping sauces and small snacks like olives or nuts. Available in blue or green. Purchase includes one 4 ounce bowl.
DISCLAIMER: We only carry the larger size bowl, not the extra-small size depicted in the photos.
Professional Secrets Chef Fork
This durable, stainless steel fork from Professional Secrets stands out among the rest because its food and pasta-friendly prongs grip food properly without slippage or damage. This sturdy fork consists of a single, solid, continuous piece, making it less likely to break, unlike lesser quality varieties. We love the great design offered here along with the solid weight and the feel of it in our hands.
RT1home Tool Wrap Apron
This 2-in-1 design functions as both a tool wrap and an apron, able to protect your clothes while gardening and keep your tools secure. When planting, simply tie the apron around your waist and place any necessary tools in the pockets. And when you’re done, undo the straps, roll it up and tie it closed to keep your tools neatly tucked away. Plus, the apron is made from Sunbrella fabric, a sturdy but pliable canvas used on boats and for awnings. The fabric is resistant to UV rays, water, mold and mildew, so it can take on all the elements outdoors.
2017 Milk Street Annual
Marna Silicone Piggy Steamer Lid
Designed for steaming food, the Marna Piggy Steamer from Japan is a silicone lid that forms a tight seal over pots and containers, vents excess steam through its snout and is easy to lift by its ear-shaped handles. Use it for perfect stovetop steaming, splatter-free microwave cooking or even refrigerator storage in place of plastic wrap. It's more compact and flexible than metal pot lids and fits any vessel less than 8.5 inches in diameter, with the silicone locking in moisture for effective steaming; smartly designed holes in the pig snout act as vents to avoid built-up pressure. When you're done using it, you can throw the lid in a kitchen drawer for storage without worrying about finding a spot on the shelf.
triangle Tools Reibe 2-way Grater with Catcher
We found it: the grater that won’t make a mess and works twice as fast. A 2-in-1 “catcher” clips under the grate to capture and redirect errant shavings; to protect the grating surface, simply clip the catcher on top of the grater to guard blades (and fingers) when the grater is stored. The Reibe has an ultrasharp grate with medium holes designed to deliver a coarse shaving, perfect for grating vegetables for salads. And blades are arranged to cut foods in two directions, speeding prep time. These stainless steel graters come with nonslip nubs and a notch at the base to ensure a secure hold on cutting boards and bowls.
MegaChef Kecap Manis
After years of searching for the right one, we finally found a version of this Indonesian staple condiment we are proud to sell. Kecap manis, or “sweet dark soy sauce,” is an Indonesian secret for depth, umami and complexity. Megachef’s version—the best one we’ve tried—is virtually impossible to find in the United States. Of the handful of brands sold here, most are packed with thickeners, additives and flavorings; apart from a nominal amount of starch for consistency, Megachef adds no preservatives, artificial coloring or MSG, and its flavor is significantly bolder and richer than the other versions we’ve tried. Soy sauce from non-GMO soybeans and high-quality palm sugar are simmered until the sauce becomes thick and glossy, with a deep dark color and consistency similar to hoisin. The resulting sauce isn’t as salty as soy or as sweet as hoisin, the two most comparable condiments—but it has a funky malty, umami soy flavor, almost akin to molasses. Use it for Indonesian or Asian cooking or anywhere you might like a funky, barbecue sauce-like glaze.
MegaChef Smooth Sweet Chili Sauce
Made from chilies handpicked in Thailand—and incredibly hard to find in the U.S.—Megachef’s Smooth Sweet Chili Sauce achieves the perfect balance of sweet, savory and spicy. Unlike other chili sauces loaded with stabilizers that make them sticky, Megachef’s version is blended smooth with an ideal viscosity for multiple cooking applications. It easily blends into marinades, sauces for noodles, stir-fries, and dipping sauces. We were wowed by the unique flavor—sweet on the front followed by a light tang, hit of garlic and decent heat that doesn’t linger too long. And this sauce is made with no preservatives, colors or artificial sweeteners, so you can feel good about using it at just about every meal.
Haci Bekir Turkish Coriander Sweets
Marchesi di San Giuliano Orange Slices in Syrup
We can't get enough of the warm, vibrant flavor of these orange slices in syrup, which our food editor, Matt Card, liken to deconstructed marmalade. To make them, organic blood oranges are hand-picked from the producer's own orchards, sliced finely with the rind still on, then briefly blanched to remove some of their bitterness and carefully layered in jars. The orange slices are covered with a reduction of orange juice, sugar and a touch of brandy—no pectin or artificial sweeteners—which contributes a vanilla-like roundness as well as sugary depth and richness. In addition to their rich flavor, we love the amazing texture of these orange slices, with a wonderful contrast between the silky pulp and surprisingly tender rind, which can be cut through with a fork.
Il Colle Del Gusto Arachidella Peanut Spread
Not to be confused with your run-of-the-mill peanut butter, Il Colle del Gusto’s Arachidella Peanut Spread is decadently sweet—elevating the beloved taste of the childhood favorite with the molasses-y depth of caramelized brown sugar. Petite flecks of candied peanut add a toffee-like crunch to every spoonful, while a silken base of extra-virgin olive oil yields a luscious, caramel-like texture. And as we learned from the ever-popular “Nutella,” the Italian suffix “ella” is tacked onto a word to show affection, so there’s no question why it’s used in the name of this divine spread.