McCrea's Single Malt Scotch Caramels
Good caramel is hard to do well—it’s quite literally a science—so it makes sense that the genius behind McCrea’s Candies has a background in chemistry. And his research really pays off: McCrea’s caramels are some of the best we’ve tried. Their Single Malt Scotch flavor combines malty alcohol, with hints of smoky vanilla, with their signature dark, toasty caramel recipe for a smooth pairing that doesn’t taste boozy. But it’s really the distinct texture that brings these treats to the next level. Soft with a slight bite, this caramel won’t stick to your teeth, it only melts in your mouth. Each box comes loaded with about 20 caramels, but don’t be fooled—these addictive candies will disappear fast.
Provence Platters Lazy Susan — Medium
Meet your next heirloom piece. Provence Platters reclaims retired wine barrels from vineyards in the countryside of Napa or Bordeaux and turns each one into stunningly beautiful serving pieces, like this Lazy Susan. Like great wine, every piece from Provence Platter takes time and skill to perfect. Each platter takes four or five years to make, from drying out retired wine barrels all the way to using woodworking techniques, like elegant Swiss biscuit joinery, which strengthens the assembled pieces and prevents warping or cracking, seamlessly, without any extra hardware. This item brings added ease and functionality to entertaining (or even everyday dining) with its rotating Lazy Susan base—it’s optimal for use at a seated table. Its surface is completely food-safe, thanks to three coatings of beeswax on the oak wood. And each one is buffed to a soft luster and finished with iron handles, forged by hand in Brooklyn the old-fashioned way: by heating and hand-bending each piece. And the spinning mechanism is made from high-quality aluminum.
Every Lazy Susan is handcrafted and entirely unique (many will bear their original cooperage marks, which share the origins and construction of each barrel). These are some of the most stunning, elegant reclaimed pieces we’ve seen yet—each one is truly a collectible statement piece. Note: The underside of each Provence Platter piece may contain wine stains from its first life.
Poterie Renault Wine Jug
Though the region is best known for wine production, the Loire Valley of France also once contained a secret gem frozen in time: Poterie Renault. Dating back to 1847, the French pottery workshop was filled to the brim with stoneware pieces, all handcrafted from some of the richest and finest clay France has to offer. And while the factory shuttered its doors in 2016, it left behind a treasure trove of salt-glazed ceramics that have become collectible items. Included in that collection, reminiscent of charming French country kitchens, is this stunning wine jug, the perfect vessel for not just wine, but water, coffee, iced tea and more.
Shortbread House x Sara Miller Tin - Ginger
Now available in tins made by British home designer Sara Miller, known for her playful prints. Decorated with vivid colors and gold accents, these extra-large tins make perfect gifts or keepsakes. Many store brands lack the rich butteriness of true Scottish shortbread, ending up too gritty or pasty on the tongue, but these treats are truly authentic, handmade from a family recipe. Each one of these classic biscuits is richly buttery and tenderly textured with the perfect amount of crumbliness—with nubs of candied ginger sprinkled throughout that adds zip and a touch of pleasant chew. Warming ground ginger is incorporated into the dough as well, giving it an almost gingerbread-like flavor, but stays lighter and more lively without the addition of molasses. Their sweetness is balanced with a hint of salt, while the addition of ground rice gives these cookies a delightfully light and crisp texture. Dare we say, they’re better than homemade.
Tensira Full Apron
Hand spun, woven and dyed in West Africa, Tensira’s striped full aprons were made just for Milk Street. A sustainable, functional and beautiful addition to your kitchen, these aprons feature an adjustable button neck loop, two handy front pockets and an easy wrap-around tie to help secure around your waist. Made of 100% cotton using traditional looms with practices that eliminate fabric waste and highlight traditional Guinean practices of weaving. Available in four beautiful colors.
The Organic Company Oven Gloves
Unlike typical two-piece oven mitts, the Organic Company’s oven gloves combine protection into one sturdy piece of machine-washable fabric. Made from organic cotton with built-in pocketed hot pads on each end to simultaneously protect both your hands (and arms) at once, these unique oven gloves are a functional game-changer. The connected design means you’ll never have to scramble to find your gloves, while the thick padded cotton can also double as a trivet to use on the table. Plus, all fabric is certified to be free from toxins and heavy metals and made under fair working conditions.
Vietri Campagna Collection Large Serving Bowl
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With its wide basin and gently sloping sides, this hand-painted ceramic serving bowl from Vietri’s flagship Campagna collection is designed for serving pasta, soup, salad or a large shareable dish; you’ll want to dish up dinner quickly to show off the bowl’s painted interior. Pair it with Vietri’s salad plates or pasta bowls to complete your pasta night set. Inspired by pastoral southern Italy, every piece features a playful, hand-rendered painting of a horse, rooster, cow, pig, fish or bird, plus vibrant wildflowers or bright coastal algae native to the area. Terracotta, locally sourced from the Amalfi Coast, has been used for Italian ceramics for centuries: the first pieces were dried in the sun. But today, Vietri’s artisans make the Campagna line the same way ceramics have been made for 500 years, carefully firing each piece in a kiln to set its shape and unique colors.
The Organic Company Net Shoulder Bag
The Organic Company’s net shoulder bag is designed with comfortable daily use in mind. Made from organic cotton, this spacious, reusable bag is perfect in place of plastic or paper bags and is strong enough to carry a heavy load of groceries. Equipped with a wide integrated handle, it’s equally pleasant in your hand or on your shoulder. Plus, the cotton fabric is certified to be free from toxins and heavy metals and made under fair working conditions. Available in black or stone.
Castillo de Jijona Marcona Almond Butter
Castillo de Jijona’s Spanish Marcona Almond Butter is the only one we’ve found of its kind—it’s made from 100 percent Spanish Marcona almonds, a prized, slightly sweeter, smoother alternative to a conventional almond. The flavor is buttery, rich and neutral, with its only sweetness coming naturally from the almonds. It has a velvety, pourable consistency, much different than the grainier, drier versions made from standard almonds; we found that very little stirring was required upon opening to reincorporate any natural separation of the oils. Try it as an ingredient or a topping for desserts, smoothies, oatmeal, vinaigrettes or vegetables. The butter’s creamy consistency incorporates easily into other ingredients.
