by Evangeline Davis
Fabulous foodie finds are available for the cooler weather! You'll love these seven must-see gems including a mini fire pit, mesh food covers perfect for tailgating and picnics, a cheese (or chocolate) curler, retro hot dog and bun toaster, 1960s lunchbox, pasta rack and gorgeous etched whiskey decanter!
Mesa Tabletop Fire Pit, $79.99 and up
This amazing little outdoor tabletop fire pit is sized perfectly for outdoor dining tables to stylish end tables. Great for ambience, warming hands on a cool autumn evening, or toasting marshmallows. Includes heatproof stand. Can be adapted to use wood pellets. Two sizes available at SoloStoves.com
Simply Genius Large and Tall Pop-Up Mesh Food Covers, $14.35 and up
These lovely lace-edged food covers are generously sized and can handle serving dishes up to 16” in diameter and 10” high. The set of 6 collapsible mesh food covers allows heat to escape and keeps food visible. Easy to open, collapses like an umbrella and stores slender. Available in large (17” x 17”) or jumbo (47” x 26”). Find them at Amazon.
Boska Cheese Curler, $44.99
Boska represents beautiful, smart products for cheese. With the Boska cheese curler, you can turn home cooking into a fine culinary experience. The cheese curler slices off a very thin slice allowing the delicate flavor of cheese to develop, as curls release the best of its authentic taste. For a sweet dessert, use to slice off sensational chocolate curls! Available at Amazon.
Nostalgia Two Slot Hot Dog and Bun Toaster, $27.99
There’s not much pretro oint in having just one... That’s why this toaster is designed to fit two buns and two dogs at the same time! It delivers juicy, ready-to-eat hot dogs in no time at all. Showing off classic vintage style, it’s a fun and quirky attention-grabber that features a convenient timer and a portable, counter-friendly size. This fun retro item is available on Amazon.
1960s Green & Orange Retro Floral Metal Lunch Box, $26
Adorable and durable, our metal lunch box is perfect for those in love with the classics! Enjoy the 1960s inspired pattern, or customize the front and back with images, text and designs for a fabulously fun lunch time for your kids (or yourself)! Measures 6.75” L x 8.625” W x 3.75” H. Made of durable and food safe tin plate with a food contact safe interior material. Grab one at Zazzle.com.
Marcato Atlas Pasta Drying Rack, $64.99
Love homemade pasta? Then this rack is for you! The Atlas offers ample space for drying up to 4.4 lbs. of all types of homemade noodles and pastas. Made in Italy, the aluminum rack is sturdy and durable with 16 rods (8” each) that fan out for quick access and fold in for compact storage. The multipurpose wand picks up freshly cut pasta and transports it to the drying rack or cooking pot. Easily dry all long noodles like spaghetti, Angel hair, fettuccini, fusilli, and even lasagna! Available on Amazon.
Godinger Whiskey Decanter Globe with 2 Etched Whiskey Glasses, $59.95
This handblown whiskey decanter (850 ml) features an etched globe design and antique ship in the bottle to enhance your drinking experience while making a bold impression; the gold stopper adds a touch of class while keeping your spirits sealed. The hand-stained dark wood tray is polished to a high gloss; color of each unique tray will vary from dark brown to black. Each 300 ml glass is also etched with a globe design. Available at Amazon.