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MARKET WATCH:
BUYERS GUIDE:
SPECIAL FEATURE:
OUTDOOR LIVING
FLATWARE
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H O U S E WA R E S A N D TA B L E T O P M A R K E T S
MARCH 2011
Measuring Tools
Updated to Include
New Features
by Carrie Bui
A staple in every kitchen, consumers have more
choices than ever in deciding the types of
measuring tools to use for their cooking and baking
needs. From steak thermometer sets to liquid
measuring beakers, manufacturers are offering
tools that are designed to be as functional and
accurate as possible.
Elizabeth Burns, Senior Marketing Manager for
Cuisipro, said measuring tools still must fulfill
certain basic needs, including if it measures
properly and fits into smaller openings. “What
we try to do is make sure it works well and make
sure it makes the job easier for home cooks.”
Measuring tools are a signature item for Cuisipro,
and remain a top seller in the company’s product
line-up. Their stainless steel measuring cups and
spoons remain a classic favorite, but in the past,
Cuisipro introduced plastic tools and a liquid
measuring cup with an indicator as a nod to new
trends and bringing in different price points.
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Popularity of
Outdoor Lifestyle Spurs
Creative Product Lines
by Joanne Friedrick
Whether it is grilling, picnicking or just dining
al fresco, the trend toward an outdoor lifestyle
when it comes to mealtime and entertaining is
definitely catching on.
Part of it is attributed to the more casual style
that has entered all aspects of a person’s life,
from dress-down Fridays to beachy destination
wedding. If people aren’t dressing up in their
everyday life, they are less likely to be formal
in their home entertaining.
As a result, picnics and barbecues aren’t reserved
for the summer holidays, but have been
incorporated into weeknight dining as well and,
where appropriate, as part of a yearlong practice.
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Q Squared Design Opens Showroom at 41 Madison
Q Squared Design, the two-year-old home
goods company with a design team in Italy
and its own manufacturing facilities in
China, has established its U.S. presence at
41 Madison in New York with a 1,200square-foot showroom on the 19th floor.
player offering refreshing and inventive
concepts for a new generation of
consumers. This is a resource buyers
should make note of and, come April, New
York Tabletop Market attendees will definitely
want to visit.”
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The company introduced its melamine
tableware during the showroom’s opening
for The New York Gift Show, which ran
Jan. 29 to Feb. 3.
“We take ordinary household objects and
transform them into the extraordinary,” said
Nancy Mosny, Managing Partner and CEO
of Q Squared Design, citing the company’s
efforts to reinvent melamine plates and
bowls to take on a look that is hip and
fashionable yet practical and even luxurious.
ON THE COVER
Laurie Burns, 41 Madison’s Senior Vice
President Director, said, “We are so excited
to welcome such a forward-thinking
company to Forty One. We first spotted Q
Squared at a few of the overseas shows, and
they’ve quickly emerged as a hot new
Helen of Troy Ltd. Announces Closing of Kaz Acquisition
Helen of Troy Ltd., an El Paso, Texas-based
designer, developer and worldwide marketer
of brand-name household consumer and
personal care products, announced it has
completed the acquisition of Kaz Inc.
and non-invasive thermometers, blood
pressure monitors, hot/cold health care
therapy, air purifiers, seasonal humidifiers,
heaters, fans, and dehumidifiers, and lawn
and garden products.
Based in Southborough, Mass., Kaz is a
world leader in providing health care and
home environment consumer solutions.
Kaz markets its products under a variety
of brand names, including Vicks and Braun
under license from Procter & Gamble,
Honeywell under license from Honeywell,
and Stinger, Softheat and Kaz, owned by
Kaz Inc. Product categories include
vaporizers, humidifiers, digital, infrared
Kaz products are sold in the U.S. and
throughout the world. Sales for the next 12
months ending Dec. 31, 2011, are expected
to exceed $400 million.
Gerald J. Rubin, Chairman, Chief
Executive Officer and President of Helen
of Troy, stated in prepared remarks, “We are
very pleased to announce the closing of
the acquisition and welcome the
management and employees of Kaz to
Helen of Troy. Through the addition of
Kaz, Helen of Troy will continue to pursue
our goal of being a world-class organization
dedicated to serving our consumers in
meeting their everyday needs.”
Helen of Troy’s household products
include kitchen tools, cutlery, bar and wine
accessories, household cleaning tools, tea
kettles, trash cans, storage and organization
products, gardening tools, kitchen mitts
and trivets, barbecue tools, rechargeable
lighting and baby-toddler products sold
under the OXO, Good Grips, OXO tot
and Candela brand names.
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BODUM
Bistro Storage Containers
[tel] 877.992.6386
www.bodumusa.com
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LIFETIME BRANDS
Sasaki Aria Flatware
[tel] 800.747.0475
www.pfaltzgraff.com
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ESSENERGY
Vita Clay Lazy Gourmet
[tel] 877.877.9121
www.vitaclaychef.com
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KIDS LINE
Baby Chef Ultimate Baby Food Center
www.kidsline.com
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LINDEN SWEDEN
Jonas Measuring Cups
[tel] 952.465.0052
www.lindensweden.com
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Tabletop Accessories
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Do-It-Yourself Products
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note
As this issue of Kitchenware News & Housewares Review goes to press, we’re
at the biennial show of the National Association of Food Equipment
Manufacturers in Orlando. The weather here is rainy, but the daytime high
temperatures are up in the high 60s, so we hear a lot of talk about how happy folks are to be here
and out of the snow and cold that most of the rest of the country has been experiencing this winter.
The vendors who are here at this trade show are displaying equipment for commercial kitchens
and foodservice operations – much of it big brothers to some of the wares we’ll be seeing this
month at the International Home + Housewares Show. We’re talking about food processors bigger
than the range in a home kitchen, blenders that’ll whiz up enough frozen juice drinks to put
smiles on the faces of whole schools of children, and freezers that could hold an iceberg. What’s
significant here for the readers of Kitchenware News & Housewares Review is that there’s also
optimism on the show floor that reflects much more than happiness about the Florida weather.
What we hear is that although business has been very tough for the past few years, the outlook
now is a little better. The general sense is that, as far as the American economy is concerned,
we’ve been in the valley of the shadow of death for quite a while, but, although the way ahead
still looks long and hard, we’re beginning to see a little sunshine too.
I don’t want to overplay the significance of this to the housewares industry or to the retailers who
depend on it for their livelihood: this trade show’s market is the foodservice industry, which has
been through some of the hardest of hard times and has only just begun to see some signs of
improvement. But as we look forward to IH+HS, a lot of us seem to be a little nervous and in need
of any positive auguries we can find. Even if applying the happy sound of serious business being
done in the exhibit hall here at the NAFEM show to the health of the housewares industry is taking
optimism a bit too far, we’ll do it until we get to Chicago to take the pulse of our industry for ourselves.
I suppose that it’s way too much to hope that the Chicago weather will be as kind to us as Orlando’s
has been, but I do hope that the business environment will prove just as clement.
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In this industry, the trade show season gets off to an early start.
Already this year I’ve attended the preview for the International
Home + Housewares Show and the New York International Gift Fair.
It’s always great fun to see what new ideas suppliers have come up with, as well as to be
introduced to companies that are just entering this market. There are certainly plenty more
“why didn’t I think of that” items hitting the marketplace than those that leaving you
scratching your head and wondering what the thinking was behind it.
At the gift show, after checking out the companies with which I am familiar, I enjoy exploring
the aisles that aren’t designated for housewares or tabletop and seeing what hidden treasures
I might find. The area set aside for global design always produces some unique objects,
whether it’s a fruit basket made in China from recycled chopsticks or a bowl made from
cork burls found in Portugal. One of my favorite finds at the show is featured in the outdoor
living article. The Hot-Pot BBQ from Black + Blum demonstrates just how clever product
designers can be, while still keeping functionality in mind.
While keeping an eye out for new gadgets, tableware, cutlery and linens at NYIGF, there’s
also the opportunity to experience the latest candle scents, Christmas ornaments and
jewelry. The gift show really is a little bit of everything. And come this summer, there will
be even more kitchenware on display as the Gourmet Products Show is incorporated into
the gift fair.
This month, however, it’s all about the IH+HS and the thousands of new items being put forth
by the major players who stock the department, big box and independent kitchenware stores.
You can see some of what’s new in the pages of this issue, with more to come in future months.
As the economy continues to turn around, it seems that more companies are putting the
emphasis again on product development and innovation. That’s certainly good for retailers,
who are always on the lookout for something new and for the customers who want to be
surprised and delighted when they do set out on a shopping trip. Here’s hoping that everyone
who attends the Housewares Show finds one or two “wow” items to bring a smile to their
customers.
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‘Best of the Best’ Products Honored
for Innovative Design
Wilshire Industries
Joins the Gourmet Catalog
The “Best of the Best” honorees for the 2011
Housewares Design Awards embody three of
the strongest consumer trends, focusing on
consumers’ desires for comfort and cleanliness
in the home, health and wellness, and
convenience and simplicity in the kitchen.
Wilshire Industries, San Clemente, Calif., has
joined the Gourmet Catalog & Buying Group.
“Our specialty retail customers are trend
setters. The cornerstones of our business,
they are the first to carry our new products
and provide valuable feedback for product
development,” said Dan Sudakoff, Vice
President of Sales and Marketing for Wilshire
Industries, in a prepared release.
Bringing home the Best of the Best—Gold
for 2011 is the Air Multiplier from Dyson
Inc. Featuring a first-of-its-kind bladeless
design that revolutionizes the electric fan
category, the Air Multiplier maximizes air
capacity in a fan, while offering smooth and
uninterrupted air every second.
Maker from Soda Club USA Inc.
Products judged were introduced to the U.S.
market between Oct. 1, 2009, and Sept. 30,
2010. The Housewares Design Awards are
presented by HomeWorld Business with
educational support from the International
Housewares Association and sponsorship by
the New York International Gift Fair. The
awards program, in its eighth year, signals the
importance of superior design as a driving
force in the housewares industry.
Through membership in the Gourmet
Catalog & Buying Group, Wilshire Industries
family of products, including Island Bamboo,
HUE Bamboo, HUE Kitchen and Island
Hand Carved, will be readily accessible by
more than 225 independent retailers along
with personalized print and online catalogs,
preferred pricing and promotions.
The Gourmet Catalog & Buying Group
negotiates merchandise discounts, freight
allowances and special dating for members,
providing solutions for competition and
alleviating big box advantages.
Weighing in with the Best of the Best—
Silver honor is Perfect Portions Food
Scale + Nutrition Facts from Design
Manufacture Distribution LLC. Offering
personalized tracking and customization
features, the Perfect Portions Scale is designed
to help consumers make healthy choices when
it comes to eating.
The Best of the Best—Bronze was
presented to the 4-inch Ceramic Paring
Knife from Mastrad Inc. With ergonomic
design and a durable ceramic blade, the
paring knife is the perfect choice for the
kitchen, picnics and camping.
Best of the Best winners were announced
Feb. 2 at the New York Marriott Marquis in
Times Square. Thirteen Best in Category
winners were also announced, and winners of the
“Green House” Design Award were honored.
Best in Category winners are:
Cookware and Bakeware: Zoku LLC’s Quick
Pop Maker Frozen Treat Maker
Cooking Electrics: Eades Appliance Technology
LLC’s SousVide Supreme Water Oven
Cutlery & Accessories: Mastrad’s 4-inch
Ceramic Paring Knife
Floor Care Electrics: Miele Inc.’s Cat &
Dog Vacuum
Food Preparation Electrics: Design
Manufacture Distribution LLC’s Perfect
Portions Food Scale + Nutrition Facts
Furniture: Z-Line Designs Inc.’s Alta
Wall Furniture
Home Environment Electrics: Dyson’s Air
Multiplier AM01
Home Organization, Laundry & NonElectrics Cleaning: PD Worx LLC’s Dsolv
Compostable Yard Waste Collection System
Kitchen Hand Tools & Barbecue Accessories:
Fusionbrands’ Foodpod Silicone Cooking Pod
Kitchenware & Barware: Browne USA’s
Kitchen Grips Petite Chef ’s Mitt
Lighting, Home Décor & Outdoor Décor:
Umbra LLC’s FishHotel Fishbowl
Personal Care, Health & Garment Care:
Jarden Consumer Solutions’ Sunbeam
Convertible Iron + Steamer
Tabletop & Beverageware: Nice Reusables
Inc.’s ALEX Hydration Bottle
“Green House” Design Award Winners: Pro
XE Composter from NatureMill Inc.,
Dsolv Compostable Yard Waste Collection
System and Soda Stream Crystal Home Soda
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MEASURING TOOLS (Cont. from p. 1)
A well-reviewed item, said Burns, is the Cuisipro
liquid measuring cup that features a unique red
clip on the inside of the cup so consumers can
look overhead instead of on the side when
measuring.The indicator can be switched from
the metric side of the cup to the imperial side.
In a nod to space-saving and fashion-forward
design, Chef ’n introduced a family of new and
updated measuring items as part of its SleekStor
line. The measuring tools include cups, prep
bowls, spoons and beakers. Chef ’n wanted to
update and reinvent the tools, originally
introduced in 2006, said Michael Purcell,
National Sales Manager. For measuring dry
ingredients, Chef ’n changed the frame
technology of its measuring cups.The cups still
collapse for easy storage—an important feature
to consumers—but the frame of the cups can
now be pinched to create a pucker and control
the pouring of ingredients.“It’s basically a feature
enhancement of the original product,” said
Purcell. Updating the cups led to a discussion
on how to update the rest of their tools.
The company took its measuring spoons and
made them long and narrow, able to fit into
any spice jar. After updating the dry
measuring tools, they looked at the
possibilities for liquid measuring tools.
Chef ’n created new nested liquid measuring
prep bowls and liquid measuring beakers.
Purcell said the nested bowls were one of the
company’s most highly received products.
The bowls have clearly marked measurements
on the inside of the bowl, and the outer
frame can be pinched for controlled pouring.
In crafting the beakers, “we looked at what’s
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happening,” said Purcell. “People definitely
like things that are cylindrical, nest together,
are very fashion-forward.”
The silicone measuring beaker from Chef ’n
features a nylon frame that creates rigidity and
still allows control of the beaker, even with
hot liquids. The user-friendly beakers feature
metric and imperial measurements and nest
together for easy storage.
The tools are available in fun colors, offering a
trendy look to a kitchen staple. Purcell said one
of their most popular colors is the refreshing
green tonal palette, which moves from green to
yellow. Their trend color palette includes a
mixture of fashion-forward colors from arugula
to wasabi to radicchio purple to blue.
Jan Murtagh, President of Component
Design Northwest, shared some of the new
thermometers and timers that her company
will release this year. CDN will introduce its
first set of steak thermometers in the spring
as a result of customer requests. The steak
thermometers feature silicone grips around
the top and come in four different colors.
CDN also upgraded its temperature fork this
year. You can set a temperature with the rotary
dial, and the fork features a light that goes
down to the end of the fork and makes it easy
to use in lowlight conditions. The fork fits right
into the trend of outdoor grilling and
barbecuing, said Murtagh. She hopes to be able
to help retailers target these products for
consumers looking for grilling accessories.
In the area of kitchen scales, Escali studied
consumer demands and trends to help guide its
introduction of new scales for 2011.This year’s
introductions feature touch sensor technology.
“Things are changing on the scale market, and
we are definitely on the forefront with that,” said
Owner Theo Prins. “We’re trying to see what
customers like within their homes these days.
It’s all basically inspired by what Apple has
done with their iPhone and iPad.”
Consumers are also demanding digital
technology, and Prins estimates nine of 10
people are looking for a digital scale. Another
key feature for scales, said Prins, is the tare
feature, where the scale can be reset to zero
and multiple ingredients can be added.
One of Escali’s new products is the Arti scale,
which can weigh liquids and solids, and the
display is 50 percent larger than commonly
found on kitchen scales. Operated by touch
sensor technology, the multipurpose Arti
scale comes in nine colors. “We’ve always
had good results with color,” said Prins. He
believes there is still a market demand for
color, especially red, as long as the price point
remains reasonable. As scales become more
expensive, people lean toward neutral colors
such as black, white and silver.
KITCHEN ART BATTER PRO
The Batter Pro™ squeezes batter with
one easy movement, reduces dripping
and
eliminates
mess. No need to
pour or scoop
batter into a pan
or muffin tin. Just
use the easy-toread
measurement
guidelines
to
dispense batter.
The Batter Pro
holds up to 650 ml
of liquid or one
standard muffin
mix and comes
equipped with a
mini muffin and regular muffin guide.
Perfect for pancakes, muffins, cookies
and more.
Suggested Retail Price: $14.99
These measuring cups with open
handles are light and easy to use. The
stackable cups save space for
convenient storage. The cups offer
inside accurate gradation in imperial
and metric measurements. Designed
and produced in Sweden, the Jonas
measuring cups are made of superior
quality 18/10 stainless steel and satin
polished. Durable and stable, the rim
offers a pour spout and the cups are
easy to clean. Available with a 25-year
warranty and in 2-, 4- or 8-cup sizes.
Suggested Retail Prices: $13.50, $17.50
and $32.50
Fox Run Brands
[tel] 215.675.7700
www.foxrunbrands.com
Linden Sweden
[tel] 952.465.0052
www.lindensweden.com
JONAS MEASURING CUPS
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Retailer Profile
Gretchens
Situated an hour’s drive from both Seattle and
Vancouver, Gretchens in Mt. Vernon, Wash.,
serves a community of locals and tourists
who come for the tulip and bald eagle festivals
and summer art fair.
Owner Donna Toepfer, who purchased
Gretchens from its namesake about five years
ago, said she has been careful to keep things
pretty much status quo with her clientele. In
fact, she noted, some are only just now aware
that the store changed hands.
“I didn’t make changes for the longest time,”
said Toepfer, who adds that all of the staff
stayed on. “We didn’t even announce the
change in ownership because sometimes
people get nervous about that.”
At 4,000 square feet, Gretchens has room
for a cooking school and all the departments
expected in a kitchenware store, ranging
from cookware and bakeware to gadgets
and cutlery. Local chefs and caterers present
the classes, which have been part of
Gretchens since it began 13 years ago. There
is also a bridal registry, although Toepfer
notes people have been having fewer big
weddings in recent years, which has
influenced her buying and sales for the
tabletop department.
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Toepfer said her background in retail at Duty
Free Shoppers prepared her for the buying
and negotiating aspects of running her store.
“If you have good skills, you can buy
anything,” she said. In addition to the
International Home and Housewares Show,
Toepfer visits the gift show in Seattle and
works with manufacturers’ reps on her
assortment. “I’m always trying to find new
items,” she said.
Toepfer does rely on her skilled staff for input
and has hired someone to handle the displays.
Her buying philosophy, said Toepfer, is to
provide good, better and best choices, but to
narrow the selection in each of those categories.
If what she stocks doesn’t fit the bill, Toepfer
will do special orders for customers.
Because gadgets and accessories are
such a big part of the business, Toepfer
said she continues to look for ways to
make shopping that section easier and
more interesting. Right now, like items
are grouped so there are special
sections or end caps devoted to
baking, pizza making and in the
fourth quarter, stocking stuffers.
Over the years, said Toepfer, fourth-quarter
buying has evolved to “giving the illusion of
the holidays” without buying a lot of
Christmas-specific merchandise. The reason,
said Toepfer, is that retailers, especially big
box stores, have begun discounting seasonal
merchandise so quickly that shoppers have
changed their buying habits and retailers
have responded.
“As retailers, we have destroyed the seasons
by giving it away too early. We’re missing the
‘wow’ factor,” she said.
This year, Toepfer said she has started
working on revamping the store’s website
and is continuing to expand into social media
by using Facebook. The goal with the Internet
site, she said, is to make it more active,
although she doesn’t plan to sell online.
In addition to the holidays and the local
events that draw in customers, Toepfer said
Gretchens conducts two special discounted
shopping days a year on the first Saturday of
May and October. Everything in the store is
25 percent off, except electrics, wine and food,
which is discounted at a lower percentage.
Other recent changes are the addition of
wine pairings to go with the cooking classes.
A representative from a wine distributor
works with the chefs to come up with
appropriate selections.
But even this type of event, said Toepfer,
“used to be a bigger deal.” The recent dip in
the economy forced retailers to cut prices so
much that a 25 percent discount doesn’t seem
as big anymore, she said.
Toepfer said she continues to look for ways
to reach out to and draw in customers. She
does advertise locally in newspapers, bridal
magazines, phone directories and programs for
various theater and art events. The improved
website and social networking also will be
used to reach potential and existing customers.
Many shoppers mention that they look online
for information, said Toepfer, noting “the
Internet is one of our biggest competitors.”
The misconception with the Web, she said,
is that people assume online stores offer
better prices. But Toepfer said not only is
Gretchens competitive on pricing, but a
bricks-and-mortar retailer can offer service
and information that websites don’t.
Gretchens has proven to be a bit of a social
hub for the area, she said, with people calling
the store not only about kitchenware products
but to find out about events in town,
restaurant recommendations and the like.
“We’re a bit of a satellite for the community,”
she said. “People are comfortable calling the
store and asking us questions.”
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OUTDOOR LIVING (Cont. from p. 1)
Suppliers have responded to this outdoor
living trend with products that make the
experience more enjoyable and easier to
achieve. Yet, many also are trying to
preserve a sense of style, albeit a less
elegant one.
The backyard barbecue, which used to be
unearthed for Memorial Day and stored by
Labor Day, now holds a position on the
decks and balconies of households
everywhere. According to the 21st Annual
Weber Grillwatch Survey released in
March 2010, 27 percent of grill owners
said they were cooking outside more often
than they were just a year previously. The
average grill user spends 4.7 hours a week
cooking outdoors, and about 1/3 of
respondents spend from five to six hours
barbecuing. Nearly a third of those taking
the survey said they also use some type of
grill accessory, whether it’s a meat
thermometer, special tray or other grilloriented product.
That focus on making the grilling
experience easier has given rise to a host
of new products, including the Kingsford
charcoal caddy from Buddeez. Matt Holz,
Vice President-Business Development for
the company, said Buddeez has had the
license for the Kingsford brand for several
years and initially developed a caddy to
hold a 22-pound bag of charcoal.
But consumers that grill aren’t just living
in suburbia and using large equipment.
Rather, the outdoor cooking trend
encompasses those in big cities with small
lots or condo-sized terraces. To fit that
market, Buddeez introduced for the
International Home and Housewares Show
a smaller unit that will hold from 9 to 16
pounds of charcoal. The unit features the
Buddeez bag gripper, which allows users to
keep the charcoal in the bag within the
closeable container. That cuts down on the
mess, said Holz, while improving the
FIRE WIRE
Fire Wire ® is a company that
understands retailers and the retail
environment. Its innovative product,
a stainless steel flexible grilling skewer,
generates an enthusiastic fan base
with consumers. The features of the
product solve problems and make
grilling with skewers easier than ever
before. The flexible stainless steel
design allows grillers to marinate
the food in a zip-close bag after
it has been loaded on the skewer.
By putting the tip outside the grill, no
tools are required to turn or remove
the skewers. Fire Wire is dishwasher
safe and comes with a lifetime
guarantee. To tell the story at retail,
Fire Wire offers a merchandising kit
appearance and keeping the bag safe from
the elements.
Reusable, resealable containers, which are
part of the company’s overall line, lend
themselves to outdoor living in general,
said Holz, whether it’s for grilling or
camping. Resealable units that house cereal
and snacks keep them safe from moisture
and insects. In addition to the Kingsford
license, Holz said Buddeez also offers
products under the KOA line, a name
linked with the KOA campgrounds.
Easy, space-saving grilling was also the
idea behind the recently introduced HotPot BBQ from Black + Blum, a British
company that exhibited at the New York
International Gift Fair.
Dan Black, one of the principals of the
firm, said the planter/grill was inspired by
the rainy British weather that limits the
number of grilling days. Rather than
having a unit that sits out all the time, the
Hot-Pot BBQ looks like a terra cotta
planter when it isn’t in use, with a
removable plant holder on the top that
owners can use to grow herbs. When that
is removed, there is a compact grill with a
stainless steel base covered in ceramic paint
so it won’t rust. The tongs are stored in the
unit as well.
Anyone with a small space that wants to
cook outdoors would be a candidate for the
Hot-Pot BBQ, which was a best product
award recipient at the show as well.
While ease of use and space saving are
one component that outdoor product
designers strive for, Paolo Cravedi,
Manager Director at Alessi, said they also
want to allow people to entertain outdoors
with a sense of style.
“In Italy,” said Cravedi, “if it isn’t raining,
we live outdoors. For us, it’s part of our
everyday life. But it’s more important to do
that includes an actual grill with a full
color advertisement wrap, red rope
lights (coals!), a Fire Wire skewer
loaded with fake foods, and a 7" video
screen that loops the Fire Wire sales
video. The Fire Wire Marinating Kit is an
all-natural blend of herbs and spices,
and is a great companion to the
skewers. Take advantage of this
merchandising package and Fire Wire
will give you enough free skewers to
offset your cost. For more about Fire
Wire, or to preview the Fire Wire video,
visit www.firewiregrilling.com or email
sales@firewiregrilling.com.
Fire Wire
[tel] 620.229.9800
www.firewiregrilling.com
it (outdoor entertaining) with style. There’s
no reason when entertaining outdoors to
be less smart or less elegant. You can do it
in a design-savvy way.”
Alessi’s product line reflects this melding
of function for outdoor living with high
style, offering beautiful, yet functional
pieces. One of the key pieces, said Cravedi,
is the Chiringuito Wine Cooler. Originally
inspired by a request from the Pellegrino
water company to create a product that
would hold bottles of still and sparkling
water, the unit hooks to the table and is
made of a plastic resin material.
Other Alessi items combine high design
with functionality for holding paper cups,
plates and napkins within stainless steel or
aluminum wire units. Even plastic utensils
are taken to the next level with Future
System Flatware. This product was
conceived for the airline industry, noted
Cravedi, but with airlines dropping meals
from most flights, the blue, green or yellow
dishwasher-safe utensils are great
picnicware instead.
Among its newest products, Alessi has
created the Miriam Mirri condiment tray,
which marries a plastic base with stainless
steel and has a whimsical bird and fence
design. While known for its powder-coated
stainless, Cravedi said they are also bringing
in high-quality plastic resin. “Stainless is
our forte, and there is an element of
durability to it,” he said. “It will be beautiful
today and for years to come.”
Style and function is also at the heart of
BUILT NY ’s line of totes and bags. “We
make innovative products for people on
the go,” explained John Roscoe Swartz,
CEO and Co-Founder. The company’s
first launch was a two-bottle wine tote,
inspired by images of picnics on the lawn
and people “living the good life.”
Although not specifically geared to the
The Max Burton® Mr. Max Table Top
Burner #8254 is ideal for backyard
entertaining, picnicking and camping.
Used next to the barbecue as an extra
burner or on a buffet to keep food hot,
it operates just like a standard gas
burner with a piezoelectric ignition and
flame control dial for precise cooking
control, but in a portable design.The Mr.
Max is designed with a heavy gauge
metal body with a porcelain enamel
finish for durability. The burner comes
with a plastic carrying case to make it
easy to tote around. The burner has
10,000 BTUs, stringent built-in safety
The environmentally responsible Verde
line helps make grilling a little greener.It’s
not just smart—it’s eco-smart. It’s made
from 100 percent sustainable materials
(including packaging),recycled stainless
steel and farm-raised bamboo handles.
The lifestyle design brand has moved from
the wine tote to bottle carriers, lunch sacks
and camera and laptop bags, said Swartz,
noting most outdoor events these days are
incorporating mobile electronics. “Outdoor
events are about family and friends, and
most often people want to take pictures,”
he said.
Products that mimic the nature around
them have also been popular for outdoor
dining. Diane Seidle, President of
Mustardseed & Moonshine, has a range of
serving pieces in the forms of flowers and
fruits that can bring life, color and style to
the outdoor table.
Among her newest items are orchid teapots
and ramekins, a calla lily pitcher, a set of
four trillium mugs and platters and bowls
with a gladiola design that also reminds
users of palm fronds.
More rustic for outdoor entertaining are
some of the imported products from Bitters
Co., a store and design studio in Seattle.
Operators Amy and Katie Carson bring in
products from Portugal, Mexico and
elsewhere that reflect those countries’ al
fresco lifestyles. Among the items are Barro
Negro bakeware, an unglazed pottery that
can be used for roasting, baking and
serving. And Mexican recycled glassware
is ideal for serving lemonade or other
drinks. Also designed to add interest to the
outdoor table are cork burl bowls from
Portugal that can be used to present food
and are cleanable with soap and water.
Outdoor living, said Katie Carson, “is
about sunshine and fresh air. And you don’t
have to limit yourself to just summer.”
MAX BURTON
MR. MAX TABLE TOP BURNER
OUTSET VERDE
FLEX GRIDDLE SPATULA
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outdoors, Swartz said the neoprene
materials used in BUILT’s line are
functional and workable for outdoor
use, but can also be cut into great shapes
and married with colors and patterns for
high style.
devices and is UL listed for outdoor use.
Fuel source: Max Burton® Butane Fuel
Cartridge #1215 UL approved can.
Aervoe Industries Inc.
[tel] 800.227.0196
www.aervoe.com
The spatula’s tapered face and flex
performance precisely handles even
the most delicate, hard to flip foods.
Fox Run Brands
[tel] 215.675.7700
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Zak Designs Plans Nambé Inks Crystal Licensing Partnership with Rogaška
35th Anniversary
Initiatives
Zak Designs of Spokane, Wash., is
celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2011. From
a small company selling fun and unique oven
mitts to the global leader in licensed children’s
dinnerware and a recognized authority on
trend-focused housewares, it’s been quite a
ride for Zak Designs. “I’m extremely proud
of where we’ve come from as a company, and
what we’ve accomplished along the way,” said
Irv Zakheim, President and CEO of Zak
Designs, in a prepared release. “But I’m even
more excited about what we’ve yet to achieve.”
Effective in May, Nambé, has entered into a
licensing partnership with Rogaška for the
distribution and expansion of its Crystal
Collection. Rogaška, which has always been the
producer of Nambé Crystal, will continue to
manufacture the current collections in its facility
in Slovenia.The company will also handle sales,
distribution activities for the Nambé line, as
well as shipping from its Connecticut warehouse.
“We are pleased to announce this new
partnership with Rogaška,” said Robert
Varakian, CEO of Nambé, in a prepared
statement. “This partnership creates a perfect
alignment in several strategic areas—first and
foremost, it allows Nambé to continue to
focus on and grow our core metal business.
Rogaška—as the long-time producer of
Nambé Crystal and the manufacturer of the
best-quality crystal in the world—is the most
valid partner for this venture. We are also
pleased that Rogaška will continue to use the
existing Nambé sales representatives, and is
already working with the Nambé design team.
We are confident that Rogaška will grow the
Nambé crystal business to new levels,
and we look forward to working with
them. Going forward, we will also be
reviewing licensing opportunities for Nambé
branded cookware.”
As part of a seamless transition, the packaging,
price points and branding of the Nambé Crystal
Collection will remain unvaried. Additionally,
Rogaška will introduce an expanded assortment
at the New York Tabletop Show in April.
“Rogaška will dedicate all resources to
successfully expand distribution of
Nambé crystal,” said Bostjan Leskovar,
President of Rogaška America. “Moving
forward, Rogaška will make a clear distinction
between Nambé branded crystal and other
crystal lines in the Rogaška assortment.
Rogaška is committed to maintaining the
modern design that Nambé is known for.”
In keeping with that idea, the theme of Zak’s
35th anniversary is “The Best is Yet to
Come.” Instead of taking a retrospective
approach to the celebration, Zak is using its
anniversary as a way to kick off new initiatives
that will help shape the company’s future.
“It’s more than just new products, it’s a new
philosophy, a new commitment. And we are
extremely excited about it,” Zakheim said.
Zak’s celebration of its 35th anniversary
begins at the International Home and
Housewares show in Chicago. Throughout
the year, Zak will begin releasing details about
its new initiatives and the products that will
help the company accomplish its new
overarching goals.
ROMA BY
WESTON RAVIOLI ROLLING PIN
Making homemade ravioli is easy with
Roma by Weston’s Ravioli Rolling Pin. This
versatile tool doubles as a rolling pin and
a ravioli pin. Simply roll out dough sheets
using the rolling pin, then remove the
rolling pin cover to expose the ravioli pin.
The cover comes off easily by simply
unscrewing one end and sliding it off of
the rolling pin. And the best part is it takes
up no more room than a single rolling pin
in your kitchen drawer. Also from Roma
by Weston is the Electric Tomato Strainer,
a powerful tool to process large quantities
of tomatoes or other produce.The Tomato
Strainer’s powerful motor removes skins
and seeds from fruits and vegetables
while making fresh sauces,purees,juices—
even mashed potatoes and salsa. The
Ravioli Rolling Pin along with the full Roma
by Weston product line will be displayed
at the 2011 IHA show.Visit Weston Products
at booth S2183 to see this and the many
exciting products from Weston.
Weston Products
www.westonproducts.com
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Product Review
Bordeaux Wine Aerator From LSArts
Kitchenware News & Housewares Review
was especially excited for this month’s
product review. Who doesn’t enjoy a
good reason to have a glass of wine? I
had the pleasure of trying out the
Bordeaux Wine Aerator from LSArts this
month, and this handy little wine tool
exceeded expectations.
The aerator made its debut at the Atlanta
and New York gift shows, and will be on
display during this month’s International
Housewares Show. According to LSArts,
the aerator should fit onto any open bottle
of wine, and the wine is decanted as you
pour it from the bottle.
Simple to use, the aerator indeed fits into
any opened bottle of wine. LSArt’s
Bordeaux aerator is made of high-quality
glass, with a spiral base to insert into the
opening of a wine bottle. We tried the
aerator in three different bottles of red
wine, and each time it fit tightly without
any problems.
The aerator is a bell-shaped glass, about
2½ inches tall, and wine is poured directly
from the bottle, through the aerator, and
into your glass. My colleague tested the
aerator out with a bottle of Merlot one
evening, and said the experiment went
very well. She was most impressed by how
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the aerator enhanced the aroma of the
wine, and said the scent of it was just
beautiful after pouring.
I tried the aerator with a bottle of Cabernet
Sauvignon. The aerator worked beautifully.
I agreed with my co-worker that it
enhanced the wine’s aroma, and I found
that it actually mellowed the wine’s bite.
When you fail to let a red wine breathe,
its flavor becomes sharp and biting.
Despite having just been opened, wine
poured through the Bordeaux aerator was
mellow, creating a smoother flavor that
was more enjoyable. I was really impressed
that this small, easy-to-use tool could have
such a significant impact on the flavor of
the wine. I’ve also never been known as the
most patient person, and so I’m definitely
a fan of eliminating that half-hour or hour
breathing period.
by Carrie Bui
use. And what is I’m sure the best proof of
a great review, my friend asked for the price
of the aerator because he was interested in
purchasing one for himself.
The suggested retail price for the wine
aerator is $10. Its reasonable price tag
makes it an appealing buy for even casual
wine drinkers, and retailers can attractively
cross-merchandise it with wine to create a
bigger sale. I think a bottle of red wine and
the Bordeaux aerator is going to be my next
go-to hostess gift. I’m giving the Bordeaux
red wine aerator two thumbs up.
I then brought the aerator to a party to get
some additional thoughts, and we tried it
with a bottle of Shiraz. My friends agreed
that the aerator removed the initial bite,
and loved how the aerator speeded up the
typical breathing process. One of my
friends, a big wine fan, said though his glass
of wine benefited from a few additional
minutes of breathing after pouring, the
aerator still did a great job of decanting the
wine without being overly complicated to
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H o u s e w,a r e s R e v i e w
S E RV I N G K I T C H E N WA R E
VOLUME 17, NUMBER 3
H O U S E WA R E S A N D TA B L E T O P M A R K E T S
MARCH 2011
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Housewares Show Welcomes New, Returning Exhibitors
by Carrie Bui
This year’s International Home + Housewares
Show in Chicago promises to be fresh and
exciting, with 1,900 exhibitors signed up at
the end of January.
“We are very pleased to say that the show is
nearly sold out and that we have very limited
floor space available,” said Phil Brandl,
President of the International Housewares
Association, in a press release. The
association signed up more than 400
first-time companies as well as exhibitors
returning after a brief absence.
One new exhibitor to the show this year is
Creative Tops Ltd. (booth S655/S656), a
British tabletop company. Creative Tops will
be showing a new collection from designer
Katie Alice, a contemporary cookware range
designed by Chef Justin Capp as well as some
extensions to collections.
“Obviously, we hope that our products would
appeal to this market. But really, this is a bit
of a knowledge-building exercise,” said Clare
Farthing, Marketing and PR Manager for
Creative Tops. “We already do a bit of
business with certain retailers in the U.S., but
we consider ourselves new to this market.
It’s very important that we gather as much
information as possible so we hope to meet
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with relevant tabletop buyers from key
department stores in the region. It’s also a
fantastic opportunity for us to understand
what sort of tabletop products are popular,
what sort of colors and surface patterns are
preferred and also what type of route to
market option we need to take.”
The annual show is when most retailers
debut new products and collections.
Contigo plans to show new products
within its thermal, hydration and kids’
product lines. “Recognizing that consumers
value double-wall plastic drinkware for
on-the-go use, Contigo is launching two
new Autoseal products that feature this
construction—the Contigo Autoseal Bella
travel mug and Martinique water bottle,”
said Sami Elsaden, CEO.
Featuring new products is also part of EuroPro’s plan for this year’s show, including the
new Ninja Professional Blender, Ninja
Kitchen System, Shark Professional Steam
Pocket Mop, Shark Navigator Lift-Away and
the Shark Press & Refresh Garment Care
System. The blender and the garment care
system are finalists for the 2011 Housewares
Design Awards.
“Building on the success of the original Ninja
Master Prep Professional, the Ninja product
line will grow in 2011 to a full range of
kitchen products spanning five different
categories,” said Mark Rosenzweig, CEO for
Euro-Pro.
Some companies choose to use the
housewares show as a way to showcase the
company and its existing product lines. This
is the focus for Tailor Made Products and
Curious Chef. Tailor Made is a plastic
injection molding company that also
manufactures Curious Chef, a line of
children’s cooking tools. Instead of showing
what’s new, Tailor Made will focus on its
production capabilities, said Megan Manis,
Director, Sales & Marketing for Tailor Made
and Curious Chef.
Curious Chef focuses on how cooking tools
for kids give them a safe way to participate
in the kitchen and develop healthy eating
habits. “The Curious Chef line of children’s
utensils gives parents the perfect platform to
instruct their children about the importance
of good nutrition,” said Shelly Schumacher,
Communications Manager for Curious Chef.
“When a child is able to really contribute in
meal preparation, they are much more willing
and excited to experiment and try the foods
they have created.”
2056 ULTIMO WING CORKSCREW
FIRST 3-IN-1 WING CORKSCREW
At last,the ultimate Wing Corkscrew that
does it all. This new patented corkscrew
is the first ever to have a built-in foil cutter
and still include a strong bottle opener
in it.Of course,this wing corkscrew is also
the strongest and best-selling wing
corkscrew from Italy. Just squeeze the
two buttons on the top to engage the
cutting wheels to remove the foil capsule
off the top of the bottle Available in all
chrome, black or burgundy body.
Franmara
[tel] 831.422.4000
www.franmara.com
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MICHAEL SYMON LIVE TO COOK BY
WESTON PRODUCTS
SIMPLE CREATURES
BEVERAGE NAPKINS
Simple Creatures™ line of beverage
napkins uses bold colors and simple
sayings with the just the right amount of
whimsy to make the perfect napkin for
your event. They are understated and
friendly, and may be the first printed
cocktail napkin that you can get a
room full of guys to use that women will
also like. Many different sayings and
themes for nearly any holiday or event
are available. A free napkin spinner is
offered with your first purchase of a
starter package for your store. Contact
Fortis Design for a catalog or customdesigned napkin. Made in the U.S. and
of the highest quality, each pack
includes 20 3-ply napkins, 4 7/8" square,
and each carton holds 12 packs of
napkins.
Suggested Retail Price: $5 per pack
Weston Products has partnered with
celebrity Chef Michael Symon to
introduce the Live to Cook product line.
This set of products offers the necessary
tools to prepare fresh, homemade
dishes by processing foods from your
own garden or the local market. The
star of this line is a multi-function
grinder to turn fresh meat into burgers,
sausages and other dishes. With a 0.5
horsepower motor, this workhorse will
become an enviable addition to any
kitchen. And its brushed stainless steel
finish makes it an attractive appliance
to keep on your countertop. Additional
attachments include a Fruit & Vegetable
Strainer, Shredder/Slicer and Pasta
Press/Cutter. The Live to Cook Vacuum
Sealer is perfect to help store freshly
made entrees, extend the life of
leftovers or prepare food for sous-vide
cooking. This easy-to-use sealer will
handle any sealing chore. Its 11" wide
sealing tray is the right size for vacuum
sealing any dish for elongated storage.
Visit Weston Products at the 2011 IHA
Show (booth S2183) to see the entire
Live to Cook line and more products
from Weston.
Suggested Retail Prices: $299.99 for
grinder; $199.99 for vacuum sealer
Weston Products
www.westonproducts.com
Fortis Design Inc.
[tel] 919.341.0420
[email] info@fortisdesign.com
www.fortisdesign.com
CUCINA PRO
CLASSIC WAFFLE BAKER
CucinaPro is proud to announce its full
line-up of Classic Waffle Bakers will be
available in early April. CucinaPro
President Pat Dittoe said,“We brought
two upscale waffle irons about two
years ago, a four-square Belgian at a
$79.99 retail and a Round Heart at a
$59.99 retail. They sold very well but
many of our customers asked for
round waffle bakers at $49.99 or even
$39.99 and a four square at $59.99 or
$49.99. As usual, the customer was
right. Our three Round Waffle Bakers
(heart, Belgian and classic) sold very
well this fall. We will have our
Belgian/American four at a time in
stock soon.” These bakers all have
between six and seven heat settings
for individual waffle browning control,
Xylan nonstick coating for easy
release and between 1100 and 1200
watts of cooking power. They are all
designed by Gene Vitantonio of
VillaWare fame.
Cucina Pro
[tel] 216.351.3002
www.cucinapro.com
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FIRE WIRE FLEXIBLE
GRILLING SKEWERS
SEDONA FOOD
DEHYDRATOR BY TRIBEST
Designed for making dehydration
simple, the nine-tray Sedona® Food
Dehydrator by Tribest® is stylish yet
easy to use. Sedona offers a digital
control panel used to accurately
set
and
monitor
a
single
temperature between 86°F and
155°F and a drying time up to 150
hours, worry-free. Because not all
recipes require nine trays, use less
energy and eliminate excess waste
by programming Sedona to use
only one drying compartment. The
ability to divide Sedona into two
drying compartments, an upper
and a lower, allows for drying up to
four, five or nine trays of food at a
time. Built with a glass see-through
door topped with a piano black
finish, Sedona also comes with nine
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BPA-free plastic open trays, nine
BPA-free plastic mesh screens and
one BPA-free plastic closed tray.
Additionally, Sedona utilizes dual
fan technology that allows each
fan to operate independently,
distributing heated air evenly to dry
foods more efficiently. The Sedona
motor inverts AC power to DC
power, offering quiet motor
operation. Furthermore, Sedona
can also be set from day mode to
night mode for whisper-quiet
operation during the evening hours.
Suggested Retail Price: $399
Fire Wire® Flexible Grilling Skewers enable
you to be a gourmet griller even on the
go. Food moves seamlessly from
marinade,to the grill,to the plate thanks
to the flexible, stainless steel design that
allows the griller to marinate the food
after it has been loaded on the skewer.
By putting the tip outside the grill, no
tools are required to turn or remove the
skewers. Fire Wire is dishwasher safe
and comes with a lifetime guarantee.
The product comes with excellent
merchandising support. Their innovative
merchandising kit includes an actual grill
with a full color advertisement wrap,red
rope lights, a Fire Wire skewer loaded
with fake food, and a 7-inch video
screen that loops the Fire Wire
instructional video. The Fire Wire
Marinating Kit is an all-natural blend
of herbs and spices, and is a
great companion to the skewers. Fire
Wire and the marinating kits display
nicely atop the display grill as the fake
food “cooks.” Take advantage of this
merchandising package and Fire Wire
will give you enough free skewers to
offset your cost.For more about Fire Wire,
or to preview the Fire Wire video, visit
or
email
sales@firewiregrilling.com.
Fire Wire
[tel] 620.229.9800
[email] sales@firewiregrilling.com
Tribest Corp.
[tel] 714.879.7150
www.tribest.com
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VITACLAY’S “LAZY GOURMET”
The recent news in health and nutrition
has people worried. With obesity and
early-onset diseases on the rise, the
media has pointed out problems with
the way we are feeding our families.
Fast food and microwave meals are
not giving us what we need
nutritionally, and it’s not only unhealthy:
it’s making us sick. We know we should
cook whole food meals from fresh
ingredients, but where is the time to
prepare these foods for our families?
The award-winning VitaClay® Rice N’
Slow Cooker combines convenience
with great taste and healthy cooking
all in one. Voted as “Top Rated Slow
Cooker” from Good Housekeeping in
March 2009, the exclusive, mineral-rich
MARINEX BOTANIC TABLEWARE
Lancaster
Colony
Commercial
Products introduces fresh, new
Marinex® selections for the U.S. retail
market at the IHA Saint-Gobain Booth
S3225, including the new, eco-friendly,
fully tempered Botanic tableware
collection. The Botanic items are all
made of 100 percent recyclable glass
and include tumblers, tall drinking
glasses, dinner plates, salad bowls,
dessert plates, cups and bowls. Show
attendees can also view the latest
Marinex clear borosilicate bakeware
classics and premium products, such
as roasters in many different sizes with
and without glass lids, molds,
clay pot not only cooks grains, soups
and stews to perfection, it keeps meals
warm without using added electricity!
The programmable electronic housing
allows for convenient, push-button
controls that give you the freedom to
cook now or later, and your meal is
ready when you are. Most meals take
between 30 minutes and two hours,
saving you time and energy. For quick,
nutritious, convenient meals that save
you time and money, think VitaClay!
Suggestions and comments are
welcomed by phone or email.
Essenergy
[tel] 877.877.9121
[email] sales@essenergy.com
www.vitaclaychef.com
casseroles, specialty servers and
more. Marinex fully tempered glass
tableware and storage collections
will also be displayed, including
canisters with BPA-free color plastic
lids in heights for convenient storage
as well as on-the-go sizes complete
with a durable, easy-to-grip handle lid
with drink spout. Marinex square,
tempered glass storage bowls with
color plastic lids are available
individually in several sizes, as well as
six-piece packaged sets.
Lancaster Colony Commercial Products
[tel] 800.292.7260
www.lccpinc.com
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PLATYPUS DESIGNER DUCT TAPE
The world’s most versatile tape becomes
a lot more fun with Platypus Designer
Duct Tape. Strong and beautifully
printed, each pattern is seamless, both
horizontally and vertically, making it
perfect for crafting and design work in
addition to all of the regular uses for
duct tape.It’s great for marking luggage,
making wallets, bracelets, bags, flowers,
accent décor,covering cabling and any
project you can think up. Available now
in 10 cool, classic and organic patterns
with new ones frequently introduced. Firsttime customers get a point-of-purchase
display that really helps sell the
product.This cloth-backed,weatherproof
adhesive tape is 32" x 2". Platypus
Designer Duct Tape has been featured
in such venues as Disney, Rachael
Ray, The Today Show, WGN-TV with
Frank Fontana and others. For more
information check out Platypus
Designer Duct Tape page on
Facebook.com/designerducttape.
Suggested Retail Price: $8 per roll
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Casabella’s new line of Keith Haring
Artist Collection Cleaning Tools
combines Haring’s popular, animated
art with everyday products. The line
includes a broom, mop, microfiber
floor duster, extendable filament
duster, dustpan and brush set,
sponges, microfiber cloths and round
brush scrubbers.
Whether they’re homemade or storebought, the cupcake trend is evergrowing and always popular. Whether
it’s for birthday parties or just everyday
fun, cupcakes are a growing expression
of love and affection, and a great way
to add fun and flavor too. And now,
there’s a way to protect your cupcakes
wherever you go. Evriholder Products,
LLC introduces its new Cupcakes 2
Go—an adorable cupcake holder that
is not only cute and whimsical, but will
also keep your cupcake and frosting in
perfect condition when you’re on the
go. With a unique dome lid and prongs
designed to hold the cupcake securely
in place, the Cupcake 2 Go looks like
a cupcake and has ample room to
keep that delicious frosting in place
and looking good. No more squished
cupcakes with frosting everywhere but
on the cupcake. This is the ultimate
cupcake on-the-go solution.
Casabella Holdings LLC
[tel] 800.841.4140
www.casabella.com
Evriholder
[tel] 800.975.0335
www.evriholder.com
Fortis Design Inc.
[tel] 919.341.0420
KEITH HARING ARTIST COLLECTION
CLEANING TOOLS
PET FOOD CAN
The simplehuman Pet Food Can is
available in two sizes: 25-liter, which
stores approximately 20 pounds of
food and a 30-liter model for up to 25
pounds. Both cans feature a large,
ergonomic lock-tight handle that
forms an airtight seal to keep food
fresh. A scoop attaches under the lid
for easy access. The cans are
equipped with built-in wheels and a
removable, food-grade inner bucket.
Suggested Retail Prices:
$99.99 and $119.99
CUPCAKE 2 GO
simplehuman
[tel] 888.988.8880
www.simplehuman.com
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BABY CHEF
ULTIMATE BABY FOOD CENTER
JOSEPH JOSEPH
ELEVATE CAROUSEL SET
Baby Chef’s Ultimate Baby Food
Center is the essential kitchen helper
for parents. It blends, chops, warms,
steams and reheats. Foods can be
steamed and pureed at the same
time in side-by-side jars. It also
functions as a bottle warmer and
occupies minimal counter space. The
containers are BPA-free.
The newest addition to the Elevate
Collection, the Elevate Carousel Set
features six essential multi-colored
Elevate kitchen tools and a specially
designed rotating storage stand. The
unit is made of ABS plastic and has a
non-slip rubber base. The unit rotates
by twisting the soft-grip knob at the top.
Joseph Joseph
[tel] 44.297.2611800
www.josephjoseph.com
Kids Line
www.kidsline.com
SUPERMARKET
SMARTY DRY ERASE GROCERY LIST
VIVID WIRELESS WALL SCONCES
From It’s Exciting Lighting™ this batterypowered, wireless wall sconce accent
lights is easy to install. There are no
holes to cut, no wires to run and most
importantly, no expensive electrical
installation costs. The “Vivid” line of
Wireless Wall sconces feature a highquality look at a very affordable cost.
The sconce shades are available in a
variety of patterns that emulate stone,
granite, burl wood and other attractive
finishes. This innovative, exclusive and
proprietary wireless accent light is an
ideal lighting solution for the kitchen,
bar, bathroom, hallway or any area that
needs accent lighting. The product
features, long lasting, eco-friendly
LEDs that create an attractive
ambiance with
warm rich
illumination.
Runs on six AA
batteries (not
included) with
more than
200 hours
on one set
of batteries.
For more
information, visit
Inventures
Products at
booth S3650.
The Supermarket Smarty reusable dry
erase grocery list uses symbols to guide
shoppers to make healthy food choices.
The list, which opens in a horizontal,
accordion style, includes all the major
supermarket categories.Colorful symbols
highlight the nutritional benefits of fruits
and vegetables, whole grains, lean
protein and healthy fat. When folded,
the list is thin and compact and fits easily
into a purse or pocket. There is also an
embedded magnifying lens for reading
the small print of food packaging labels.
Other features are a meal planner,
coupon pocket, retractable dry erase
marker and magnetic clip.
Inventures Products
[tel] 800.381.3919
www.itsexcitinglighting.com
S Squared Investments LLC
[tel] 609.638.2112
www.supermarketsmarty.com
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CUISINART BLEND
AND COOK SOUP MAKER
PILLIVUYT FRANCE
DEBUTS NEW BAKEWARE
The Blend and Cook Soup Maker
features a thermal shock-resistant
blender jar that holds up to 48 ounces
of hot liquids and 56 ounces of cold
liquids. The unit provides 900 watts of
power and offers four blending speeds,
plus pulse and stir functions as well as
high, medium and low heat settings.
There is a push-button digital control
for temperature and an easy-to-read
LED 30-minute countdown timer. An
internal heater ensures soup is kept at
optimum temperature. The jar has a
nonstick interior and comes with a
cleaning brush.
In the spring of 2010, Pillivuyt France
introduced the Eden bakeware with
handles,first in gleaming white and then
in a striking black. These pieces have
been well-received on the market,
especially as they can be used on the
grill (as can any Pillivuyt bakeware) with
the added advantage of having the
handles to help remove the dish from the
grill easily using an oven glove. This style
was followed by the addition of the new
Sancerre deep bakers,suitable for bread,
casseroles,loaf cakes and a host of other
recipes.These unique bakers offer a new
shape and elegant, different look to atthe-table presentations of hot dishes and
baked goods. Coming to the Pillivuyt
booth at the Chicago show will be
several new bakeware items,and they’re
so unique the factory has declined to
share exactly what they are. So we are
waiting with anticipation for the new
shapes and items related to baking and
roasting to be introduced at the
Chicago Housewares show this month.
No matter what these pieces are, we
can be sure they will be the same
high-quality porcelain with all the
flexibility and versatility customers have
come to expect from Pillivuyt France.
Visit them at booth S4333 as these
surprise items are unveiled.
ZOJIRUSHI VACUUM COOKING POT
The Stainless Steel Thermal Vacuum
Cooking Pot uses vacuum insulation,
rather than electricity, for cooking. By
heating the inner cooking pan and then
placing it in the vacuum insulated outer
container and closing the lid, users can
slow cook a meal without electricity. By
creating a vacuum within the container,
heat loss is minimized and the contents
remain hot for hours. Thermal cooking
provides energy efficiency, reduced
energy costs and helps food retain
shape and texture.The Thermal Vacuum
Cooking Pot is available in a 6-liter or
8-liter capacity.
Suggested Retail Prices: $318 and $358
Cuisinart
[tel] 800.726.6247
www.cuisinart.com
Zojirushi America Corp.
[tel] 800.264.6270
www.zojirushi.com
BUILT WATER BOTTLE TOTE
BUILT’s new Water Bottle Tote is available
in three sizes and four colors and
patterns: black, scuba blue, city grid
and scatter dot. Each insulating
neoprene tote features a convertible
clip strap that allows users to attach
the bottle to backpacks, gym bags or
strollers for quick access. The strap can
also be used as an easy-grip handle
that stays out of the way when drinking.
Sizes are 12-18 ounces, 20-30 ounces
and 32-40 ounces.
Suggested Retail Prices: $14.99, $17.99
and $19.99
BUILT
[tel] 212.227.2044
www.builtny.com
Pillivuyt
[tel] 952.938.1672
www.pillivuytusa.com
TERRIFIC TURKEY TIMER
Make sure your fowl doesn’t become
foul. Just insert probe into the center of
the turkey and place the timer on the
counter or stovetop/oven door.The light
flashes and alarm sounds when the
turkey is done. Two batteries are
included with the timer. The Terrific
Turkey features a magnetic back
and extra long 36" cable.
Parasia International Ltd.
[tel] 763.267.7901
http://parasia-international.com/
eng/home.php
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VICTORINOX CERAMIC KNIVES
OUTSET POTATO THERMOMETER
No more handling a hot potato,piercing
with a fork or prematurely slicing in half
to check for doneness. The new
dishwasher-safe potato thermometer,
nicknamed “Spud Bud™,” reads the
internal temperature of a potato and
indicates when it is ready to eat. Spud
Buds are sold in a set of four, or are
available in a counter display unit that
holds 20 single-packed thermometers.
Suggested Retail Price: $19.99 (Set of 4)
Fox Run Brands
[tel] 215.675.7700
HUROM ORIGINAL SLOW JUICER
Change the way you get your vitamins
with this one-of-a-kind new and
improved juice extractor. You can
enjoy more antioxidants, better flavors
and freshness without the common
problems of heating, foaming or
separation. You can even make your
own homemade soy milk, wheatgrass
juice, almond milk or tofu. The original
patented Hurom Slow Juicer stands
apart from conventional juice extractors
with its many unique features. It is
practically silent with its quiet, slowrotating induction motor. It has all of
the performance of a masticating,
single-auger juicer, but with much less
space required and lighter in weight
than typical centrifuge-style juicers. It
also only uses 150 watts, making it the
most energy-efficient juice extractor on
the market. The screw-like auger and
the juice strainer are both now made
from the ultra-strong GE Ultem material
and are BPA-free. Furthermore, the
Hurom’s self-cleaning feature allows for
continuous juicing and hassle-free care.
See the difference by watching the
demo video at www.slowjuicer.com.
The motor comes with a 10-year
warranty. Made in Korea.
Roland Products
[tel] 800.321.2226
www.slowjuicer.com
For more than 100 years, Victorinox
Commercial Cutlery has become the
tool of choice for professionals, and
the brand continues to innovate with
the introduction of the new ceramic
blade collection featuring proprietary
Fibrox handles. Ceramic blades have
recently gained popularity because
of their outstanding edge retention
and resistance to corrosion and acids.
The
ceramic
blades
are
manufactured
from
high-purity
zirconium oxide powder, compressed
at very high pressures and sintered in
furnaces at temperatures of more
than 2700° F. The result is an extremely
hard blade that is comparable to the
hardness of a diamond. Each knife is
then equipped with the Classic
Victorinox Fibrox handle with
signature textured grip, helping
reduce the chance of slippage. And
with the handle designed to minimize
wrist tension while still providing
legendary cuts, it’s no wonder that
Victorinox
Commercial
Cutlery
remains the “choice of professionals.”
The 4¾" ceramic utility knife is a
lightweight, low maintenance tool
whose blade is resistant to corrosion
and acid. It is durable, extremely
sharp and does not transfer taste or
odor. The proprietary Victorinox Fibrox
handle was created with the needs
of the home chef in mind.
Victorinox Commercial Cutlery
[tel] 800.442.2706
www.swissarmy.com
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ATLAS 150 WELLNESS DELUXE PASTA
MACHINE BY MARCATO
SCI is introducing the Atlas 150
Wellness Deluxe Pasta Machine
made by Marcato in Italy. It’s the first
pasta machine where every part is
made with materials that do not
release harmful heavy metals onto
the dough. The body of the machine
is made of anodized aluminum, and
the rollers are made of light
aluminum alloy and are completely
nickel and chrome free, giving you
nothing but pure pasta. Only the
finest materials paired with excellent
workmanship make this a wonderful
addition to any kitchen.
Available in red, black and silver.
VITA CRAFT COOKWARE
Vita Craft Corp. announced the newest
addition to its family of quality cookware,
The Wahaus Collection. The Wahaus
Collection, pronounced “Way House,” is
designed to travel seamlessly from cooktop to the family table.The 5-ply stainless
steel induction capable cookware is
not only for effortless cooking but for
serving as well. Features include “stay
cool” tubular stainless steel handles with
glass or optional stainless steel covers,
which utilize stainless steel knobs and
finger guards. Named after true “Vita
Crafters” Richard Wahaus, former Vice
President of Manufacturing and his wife
Sharie, a customer service legend, the
Wahaus Collection showcases their drive
for quality, durability and innovation.
Vita Craft also will be featuring its Neova
by Vita Craft line of 5-ply stainless steel
cookware in booth S4413. In 2010, Vita
Craft entered the retail market in the
U.S.The introduction of Neova cookware
was selected for the kitchen and
gourmet specialty store.“We are pleased
with the response and look forward to
providing quality cookware worldwide,”
said Gary E.Martin,Vita Craft’s President.
Since 1939, Vita Craft Corp. has
manufactured quality cookware for the
home, proudly extending a lifetime
guarantee against defects in material
and workmanship.Vita Craft is made in
Shawnee, Kan.
Vita Craft Corp.
[tel] 800.359.3444
www.vitacraft.com
SCI Cuisine Internationale
[tel] 800.966.5489
www.scandicrafts.com
CONFETTI EGG TRAYS
Truly functional serveware does more
than just provide people with a way to
pass hors d’oeuvres at social events,
it brings a touch of color and
functionality to parties, creates a
conversation piece for guests and
gives hosts the versatility to use it for
any occasion. Zak Designs’ Confetti
Egg Tray is designed to do all this and
more. Available in white or yellow, the
Confetti Egg Tray holds 18 eggs in
decorative floral patterns that are both
fun and functional. Whether it’s holiday
gatherings or backyard barbecues, the
Confetti Egg Tray can coordinate with
any occasion, and the durable
construction is perfect for both indoor
and outdoor functions. Like all of Zak’s
Confetti products, the Egg Trays are
made with recycled melamine using a
patented process, so they’re not just
good for parties, they’re good for the
planet, too. Talk about giving guests
something to talk about.
Zak Designs
[tel] 800.331.1089
www.zak.com
THE WALLY
The Wally bottle opener lives in your
wallet right next to your credit cards. It
makes the perfect groomsman gift or
graduation present, especially when
personally engraved. The Wally is an
exquisite little bottle opener, the exact
size of a credit card. Made of highquality brushed stainless steel, the Wally
will last much longer than the other
cards in your wallet.
Fortis Design Inc.
[tel] 919.341.0420
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COLLAPSIBLE SALAD SET
The Collapsible Salad Set packs and
stores flat. It includes a 72-ounce bowl
and three 4-ounce ingredient
containers. The leak-proof containers
keep ingredients separated and the
dual-action colander allows users to
clean and pack greens. The set is BPA
free and dishwasher safe.
PMI/Aladdin
[tel] 800.456.1233
www.aladdin-pmi.com
MINI DUTCH OVEN SET
Fagor America offers a new line of
cookware and cutlery from celebrity
chef Michelle Bernstein under the
Michelle B label. Available is a four-piece
Mini Dutch Oven Set crafted with a multicoated exterior designed to ensure
strength and heat resistance as well as
protection from rust, chipping and
cracking.The interior coating requires no
additional seasoning unlike other cast
iron pieces. Each set features four samecolored 0.25-quart mini Dutch ovens that
can be used for soups, appetizers or
desserts. The sets are available in red,
blue and lemon-lime beginning in April.
JUMBO GLASS STORAGE JAR
OGGI Corp.’s round ribbed jumbo glass
storage jar features a stainless steel twistoff lid. The jar is available in three sizes
in clear, green and amber.
Suggested Retail Prices: $11.95-15.95
OGGI Corp.
[tel] 714.449.0733
www.oggicorporation.com
Fagor America Inc.
[tel] 800.207.0806
www.fagoramerica.com
MASTRAD PASTRY BAG SET
WITH STAND
Mastrad’s Pastry Bag Set With Stand is
designed for easy use and easy clean
up. The pastry bag’s open end folds
down over the stand top, enabling users
to easily fill the bag and keep the filling
end of the bag clean for handling.
Made of silicone, the clear bags can be
washed by hand or in the top rack of
the dishwasher. The set comes with two
12" silicone pastry bags, one 9" silicone
bag, the 12" stand, five decorating tips,
one infuser tip for filling pastries or
donuts, a tip cap to keep the bag’s
contents moist between uses, a
cleaning brush and a bag clamp. The
charcoal gray stand stores the set
between uses.
Mastrad Inc.
[tel] 800.358.0608
www.mastrad.us
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New CoffeeStack Keeps K-Cups Organized in the Cabinet
SORRENTO DIP CHILLERS
Sorrento Dip Chillers will make their
official introduction at the Housewares
Show. Like all Sorrento products, they
are stoneware and microwave and
dishwasher safe. The dip bowl has a 12ounce capacity and is generously sized
at a 5.5" diameter and a 4" high body
for ample ice capacity. The dip chillers
will be available in ivory, wheat/gold,
sage/green and ruby red and will start
shipping to retailers by May 15.
Signature Housewares
[tel] 805.484.6666
www.sighouse.com
BT-2310 BELLA TAVOLA
KITCHEN TORCH
The easy-to-use, butane-powered
Kitchen Torch is perfect for professional
chefs or just entertaining at home.
Features include automatic ignition,
child-resistant safety lever, continuous
use locking mechanism, adjustable
flame control lever, ergonomic grip, nontip wide base and refillable reservoir.
The small, lightweight torch delivers a
2400°F high output blue flame. It is ideal
for crème brulee, roasting peppers,
melting cheese, browning meringues
and caramelizing sugars. The Kitchen
Torch is part of the Bella Tavola line, a
butane-powered culinary tool line by
Wall Lenk Corp. The Bella Tavola line is
the only complete program that
includes butane. See them at booth
S148 at the Housewares Show.
Wall Lenk Corp.
[tel] 252.527.4186
[email] catalog@wlenk.com
www.wlenk.com
www.bellatavolatools.com
New for the 2011 International Home +
Housewares Show, the CoffeeStack is a unique
space-saver that organizes 40 K-Cups in the
kitchen cabinet. “The CoffeeStack is the perfect
accessory for single-serve coffee makers,” said
Lauren Greenwood, Vice President of Sales
and Marketing for YouCopia Products Inc.,
maker of the CoffeeStack. “It’s the only K-Cup
holder designed specifically for the kitchen
cabinet so the consumer can free up space on
the countertop and stay organized.” The
CoffeeStack measures just over 5" wide and fits
in all standard kitchen cabinets. Four drawers
hold a total of 40 K-Cups, making the
CoffeeStack the highest-capacity K-Cup
organizer on the market.To use, pull the drawer
out until it is extended and lower it to resting
position at eye-level. Because all the K-Cups
labels face out, it’s easy to select the coffee of
choice. Refill with new K-Cups by dropping
each pod into an empty holder.
CoffeeStack’s black and silver colors match the
most popular coffee machine models. No
assembly is required. Non-skid rubber feet hold
CoffeeStack securely in place in the cabinet and
units can be stacked. Durable plastic is easy to
clean with a damp cloth. Suggested retail price
is $29.99. Also on display are the Original
SpiceStack and Super SpiceStack. Holding
18-plus and 27-plus spice bottles respectively, the
two organizers feature three drawers that pull
out and lower to resting position so spices are
displayed for easy selection. The Exact
SpiceStack’s “tool drawer” includes a 10-piece
set of professional stainless steel measuring cups
and spoons, as well as a leveler for precise
measuring. Two more drawers hold 18 full-size
or 36 half-size spice bottles.
The CoffeeStack will be available in April
2011. Visit booth S4265 for pricing and
availability or email sales@youcopia.com.
YouCopia can also be contacted at
773.252.0710 or www.youcopia.com.
MAX BURTON
DELUXE INDUCTION COOKTOP
The Max Burton® Deluxe Induction
Cooktop #6200 is a high-powered 1800W
model within a sleek stainless steel
tabletop design. It features 10 power
settings from 500W to 1800W or 10
temperature settings from 140°-450°.With
the 180-minute timer,cooking time can be
controlled automatically. The Induction
Interface Disk #6010 is an accessory that
allows users to use cookware that is not
induction rated.The disk is an 8" diameter
stainless steel accessory that is placed
between the induction cooktop and the
cookware to achieve the required
interface. The combination of these two
items allows formerly inappropriate
cookware such as copper, glass and
aluminum to be used with the Induction
Cooktop.
All items are available
separately or as Induction Set #6050.
Suggested Retail Prices: $119.90 for
cooktop; $49 for interface disk; $165 for
induction set
[tel] 800.227.0196
www.aervoe.com
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LIFE-TAMERS INC. FRIDGE-TAMER
SWING-OUT SHELF
Designed to make hidden food in the
back of the fridge instantly accessible,
without moving and juggling arms full
of stuff from the front. The FridgeTamer™ instantly installs with four
heavy-duty suction cups into fridges
that have glass shelves. Save time by
instantly accessing leftovers for a
quick and easy meal. It’s easy to use
by everyone, including kids, seniors
and people with disabilities. No more
bending and straining to the back of
a lower shelf.“Everybody has a fridge
and just about everyone has problems
finding food in the back or in tight
spaces. The Fridge-Tamer installs on
any level of the fridge, or either side.
If you have a wider fridge, you can
even put two beside each other on
one shelf. It has been designed to
customize every fridge and will swing
out from the right or left depending on
consumer preference,” explained
Keith Cumming, President of LifeTamers Inc., product manufacturer.
Stop by booth S1267 at the show for
more information.
FUSIONBRANDS FOODPOD
The foodpod is a modern silicone
cooking tool designed to save time
when boiling, blanching or steaming by
conveniently containing, removing and
draining foods like eggs,veggies,seafood
and more in one easy-to-use vessel.
Simply place foods in the foodpod and
put in water to cook. Lift from water and
let drain. The foodpod helps save time
and water when preparing a meal. The
pod keeps food together for quick and
easy removal, and the nonstick silicone
protects delicate foods and pot surfaces.
It is top rack dishwasher safe and
microwave safe.
Life-Tamers Inc.
[tel] 866.802.0678
www.life-tamers.com
fusionbrands
www.fusionbrands.com
SCRAP HAPPY SCRAP COLLECTOR
& FREEZER COMPOST BIN
Full Circle’s Scrap Happy scrap collector
and freezer compost bin solves two
problems in one. First, the wire rim hooks
over a drawer so you can scoop your
kitchen scraps right in, keeping your
counters neat and tidy. No more
carrying your cutting board full of scraps
across the room. Once full, the Scrap
Happy turns into a compost bin. Simply
pop the bin in your freezer and your
scraps remain frozen until compost time.
That means no mess, no smell and no
flies. And because the container is
made from silicone it can fit anywhere
in the freezer, even on the door. This
makes it great for even the smallest
apartments, which normally do not
have space for large compost bins.The
flexible material also makes emptying it
a cinch—simply invert the container,
push on the bottom and out come your
frozen scraps. The container is
dishwasher safe so keeping it clean
between uses is convenient. Doing your
part for the planet was never this lowmaintenance.
Full Circle
[tel] 866.259.0727
[email] orders@fullcirclehome.com
www.fullcirclehome.com
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COLLAPSIBLE PRODUCE KEEPER
Progressive’s 4-quart Collapsible
Produce Keeper allows users to wash
and store produce in a single
container. The container doubles as a
colander and can even store smaller
portions when collapsed. A water
reservoir keeps produce fresh and a
clear lid helps to quickly identify the
contents. There is also an adjustable
vent to ensure proper airflow.
Progressive International
[tel] 800.426.7101
www.progressiveintl.com
JELLYBEAN KITCHEN RUGS
Colorful designs by Mary Engelbreit, Sally
Stetson and other popular designers
make these washable accent rugs by
Jellybean perfect for the kitchen. In front
of the sink, stove or door, these new
designs are machine washable. They
are created from a blend of
polypropylene and acrylic fibers made
from 35 percent recycled materials and
are suitable for use indoors or outdoors.
The rugs measure 22" by 34".
WELCOME HOME BRANDS’
PAPER BAKEWARE
Welcome Home Brands introduces an
extensive and innovative line of paper
bakeware. Made of food-grade paper,
this disposable bakeware makes it easy
to bake,serve,store and give.It eliminates
the need for metal pans and is extremely
convenient to use. There is no need for
pre-greasing or messy clean-up of baking
pans. Produced in partnership with one
of the world’s leaders in the category,
this paper bakeware is oven safe to
400°F and freezer safe,so users can bake
and freeze in the same paper pan. The
extensive line includes cupcake and
muffin cups, dessert cups, loaf pans,
cake pans, heart-shaped pans and
round muffin/tart/quiche pans. They
come in many decorative designs as
well as seasonal Christmas and
Halloween collections.
Welcome Home Brands
[tel] 914.205.3040
www.welcomehomebrands.com
Jellybean/Home Comfort Inc.
[tel] 800.782.1198
www.jellybeanrug.com
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CONTATA SINGLE-SERVE
BEVERAGE SYSTEM
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s single-serve
beverage system allows users to make
their own espresso, coffee, tea and
specialty beverages at home. The
Contata
features
automatic
proportioning and a twin measure
system with high pressure for espresso
and low pressure for coffee and tea. It
can accommodate a variety of cup
sizes and has easy capsule insertion
and automatic ejection. A large
capsule drawer holds 10 used capsules.
Other features include an energysaving function, electronic temperature
control, diagnostic lights and removable
water tank. The Contata measures
13.75" long by 7" wide by 10.5" high and
is available in gray/black.
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
[tel] 888.520.2285
www.cbtl.com
MCKENZIE HALF APRON
The McKenzie Half Apron from Peking
Handcraft is 100 percent cotton and
measures 20" by 19".
Peking Handicraft Inc.
[tel] 800.872.6888
www.pkhc.com
EMILE HENRY PIZZA STONE
The Emile Henry Pizza Stone is designed
to make brick-oven style pizzas in home
ovens and on backyard grills. Made in
France of Flame-Top technology, this
14" ceramic round stone absorbs
moisture from the pizza dough while
distributing heat evenly throughout the
pie. The result is evenly cooked pizza
dough that doesn’t burn on the bottom
before the toppings have cooked. This
stone is glazed so it is easy to clean,
leaving no food, stain or odors.
Emile Henry
[tel] 302.326.4800
www.emilehenryusa.com
VITAMIX PROFESSIONAL SERIES 200
The Professional Series 200 is designed
to entice more consumers to this
premium line of professional-grade
blenders by letting anyone achieve
gourmet results with the speed and
precision of a professional chef.
The Professional Series emulsifies,
blends, grinds, chops and purees with
ease. The continuous variable speed
dial has a range from 1,000 to 24,000
rpm for greater control, and a
patented tamper makes it easy to
process thick or frozen mixtures. The
unit comes with a powerful 2+ peak
horsepower motor and a maximum
blade speed of 240 mph (1,380 watts),
which performs with speed and
consistency. It features an oversized
64-ounce BPA-free container and
is available in an onyx finish that
is fingerprint-resistant and easy to
clean. The Professional Series 200
includes Create, a cookbook with
more than 300 recipes. The one-hour
instructional DVD, hosted by celebrity
chef Michael Symon, includes 16
bonus recipes.
Vitamix
[tel] 877.848.2649
www.theprofessionalseries.com
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BODUM BISTRO LOCKING LID
STORAGE CONTAINERS
Bodum expands its colorful, attractive
Bistro kitchen collection with the
introduction of the Locking Lid Storage
Containers. This functional storage
solution allows users to adjust the airflow
level of each container—from
breathable to airtight—with a simple
turn of the locking-lid dial, ensuring
appropriate storage for any dry or liquid
ingredients, as well as cooked meals
and leftovers. To maximize refrigerator
space, the storage containers are either
rectangular or square and easily
stackable.The lids, accentuated by the
Bodum signature dotted touch pad
design, feature a transparent center so
users can see the contents from all sides,
regardless of positioning within the
refrigerator or drawer. Made of BPA-free
PASTRY BOARD
AND MEASUREMENTS
Core Bamboo’s new addition to its
extensive kitchenware collection is a
fun and functional pastry board with
measurements. The home baker and
professional pastry chef alike will
appreciate having the dimensions
marked right on the pastry board’s
rolling surface. Marked with circles for
pie crusts and edged with a ruler for
bread or other square or rectangular
dough, this board has everything
needed to prep with perfection.
Artfully hand crafted of 100 percent
organically grown bamboo, this
board is durable enough for food
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prep and a great addition to every
bakeware collection. Bamboo is one
of the strongest yet lightest materials,
making it ideal for kitchenware
products such as this pastry board
with measurements. The over-thecounter-edge stability lip will keep
this board from slipping no matter
what you are doing. Not only is this
board ideal for pastry, the smooth
reverse side is also great for everyday
food preparation.
Core Bamboo
[tel] 646.845.6000
www.corebamboo.com
plastic, silicone and stainless steel, this
new storage collection will be available
in red, green, orange and off-white in a
variety of sizes and capacities.
Suggested Retail Prices: $9.95-39.95
Bodum USA Inc.
[tel] 877.992.6386
www.bodumusa.com
DESIGN-IT-YOURSELF CLOCK
Buyers of this clock can bring out their
designer by inserting favorite photos,
personalized art or favorite quotations
into the 12 individual black display
frames, one for each hour. The
mechanical dial can be mounted to
any wall surface and then surrounded
with the display frames to finish
the clock.
Mark Feldstein & Associates Inc.
[tel] 800.755.6504
www.markfeldstein.com
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PORCELAIN DINNERWARE
JUSTIN CAPP TAGINE
Harold Import Co. continues the
tradition of providing quality porcelain
with its new line of fine porcelain
dinnerware, the Classic Coupe and
Traditional Rim—both elegant enough
for special occasions yet casual enough
for everyday use. Pieces in each style
include matching cups and saucers,
bread and butter plates, salad plates,
soup bowls, dinner and buffet plates
and oval serving platters.
Suggested Retail Prices: $1.99-$24.99
Make a statement in the kitchen by
cooking a beautifully flavored stew in
this flame red tagine. The shape of the
lid helps to preserve moisture in the
food as the steam condenses on the
inside of the lid. The shape of the lid
also creates circulation within the dish,
infusing the food with spices and exotic
flavors. The lid can be removed, with
the based used for serving. The tagine
is available in two sizes. The tagine is
made from stoneware with a flameware
base so it can be placed in the oven.
Each tagine also comes with a recipe
book by Justin Capp. They are
dishwasher and microwave safe.
HIC-Harold Import Co.
[tel] 800.526.2163
www.haroldimport.com
Creative Tops Ltd.
[email] sales@creative-tops.com
www.creative-tops.com
OLISO VACUUM SEALER
The Oliso PRO-1000 Vacuum Sealer
offers the same power as units three
times its size. The compact sealer
works with reusable zipper-top bags.
It features variable settings for moist
and dry foods and a function that
prevents crushing fragile foods.
Oliso Inc.
[tel] 415.864.7600
www.oliso.com
flatware
BUYERS GUIDE
CORDOBA STAINLESS STEEL
FLATWARE
The Cordoba flatware set includes a
stylish and practical case to reduce
the risk of dust and damage. The highquality 24-piece set is dishwasher safe
and made of 18/10 stainless steel with
an extra mirror polish. The elegant
wooden storage case holds six
tablespoons, six dinner forks, six dinner
knives and six teaspoons.
ROSSETO TRIO & TRAY PARTY PACK
Magefesa
[tel] 866.643.7872
www.magefesausa.com
Liteware recyclable products allow for
beautiful food presentations that are
convenient and hassle free. The pieces
are made from high-quality recyclable
material featuring smooth edges and a
sleek finish. Their unique designs and
shapes create a beautiful setting for
any food dish. The Rosseto Trio & Tray
with 12 dessert forks is a unique,
attention-grabbing display and serving
piece for all mini bites, hors d’oeuvres,
desserts and more.
SASAKI ARIA FLATWARE
Sasaki Aria flatware features a truly
distinctive shape. With its bold styling
and premium stainless steel design,
Aria is for the forward-thinking
consumer who wants to create a
unique, organic table. The 45-piece
set contains eight salad forks, eight
dinner forks, eight dinner knives, eight
dinner spoons, eight teaspoons and a
Rosseto
[tel] 847.763.1215
www.rosseto.com
five-piece hostess set that consists of
a tablespoon, cold meat fork, pierced
tablespoon, sugar spoon and butter
serving knife.
Suggested Retail Price:
$150 for a 45-piece set
Lifetime Brands
[tel] 800.747.0475
www.pfaltzgraff.com
ALAIN SAINT-JOANIS FLATWARE
The Dedale flatware from Alain SaintJoanis’ Prestige Collection features
black lacquered handles with a silverplated head. The flatware is sold in
five-piece sets consisting of a dinner
knife, dinner fork, salad fork, soup
spoon and teaspoon.
Suggested Retail Price:
$790 per 5-piece set
Alain Saint-Joanis
[tel] 011.33.4.73.51.42.97
www.alain-saint-joanis.com
CORE BABMOO UTENSILS
Core Bamboo’s wide selection of
utensils are a must-have for every
kitchen.Available in a variety of colors
and sizes, the utensils work for all types
of food preparation. Not only are they
fun to use, but you can rely on these
bamboo utensils to be scratch
resistant on all of your fine cookware.
Core Bamboo’s bestseller is its
functional and stylish 14 Piece Utensil
Set. This set includes 13 kitchen tools
in a beautiful storage caddy, all made
from 100 percent organically grown
bamboo. Everything you need to
prepare your favorite foods is
included in this set. From a variety of
spatulas and spoons for flipping and
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stirring, to tongs and a pasta paddle
for more delicate preparations, this
set is great for home cooks and
professional chefs alike. Keep on your
countertop for easy access and
make working in your kitchen a
breeze. Durable and functional, this
set is something everyone can use in
their kitchen.
Core Bamboo
[tel] 646.845.6000
www.corebamboo.com
ALESSI FLATWARE SET
With its pure lines and straightforward
functionality, the KnifeForkSpoon set
created by Jasper Morrison is a
minimalist masterpiece. Deliberately
stripped of all stylistic overlay, the design
reduces the idea of cutlery to its most
essential form. This minimal sensibility
makes KnifeForkSpoon a classic
example of Morrison’s work. The
collection also includes serving pieces
such as a ladle and cake server. The
cutlery set is composed of one
tablespoon, one table fork, one table
knife and one coffee spoon in 18/10
stainless steel.
Alessi
www.alessi-shop.com
HERITAGE MINT’S CESTELLO
CONTORNO FLATWARE
Ricci Argentieri’s Contorno flatware is
made of 18/10 stainless steel. A fivepiece place setting includes a salad
fork, dinner fork, dinner knife, dinner
spoon and teaspoon.
Ricci Argentieri
[tel] 718.418.1000
www.ricciargentieri.com
SUPREME FLATWARE
This set of flatware comes with a 12"
stand for holding each piece. It is very
practical and will modernize your
kitchen. The set of 20 pieces provides
service for four people. The flatware
is made of 18/8 forged stainless steel
and imported from China. Hand
washing is recommended to keep the
original finish, but it is dishwasher safe.
Supreme Housewares
[tel] 510.226.1898
www.supremehousewares.com
OSTER STAINLESS STEEL
FLATWARE COLLECTION
Reminiscent of mid-century European
design, Cestello has clean lines and a
modern flair. This sleek pattern is
contemporary, yet will never go out of
style. Heritage Mint flatware is expertly
crafted and precision tooled by
seasoned craftsmen who maintain
in
definition
and
consistency
workmanship in every detail of the
pattern design. This steel is a special
alloy, containing 18 percent chromium
to resist rust and 10 percent nickel to
ensure a beautiful luster and satiny
sheen. Cestello is part of the Heritage
Mint Flatware Transcendent Collection.
Suggested Retail Price: $5.99 for a
three-piece place setting of knife,
teaspoon and dinner fork
From classic and traditional to
transitional,
contemporary
and
beyond, eye-catching flatware designs
under the Oster brand are positioned
for gourmet consumers in search of
quality. Mirror polish, satin finish, twotone engraved and more, Gibson’s
newest flatware collection makes use
of the most advanced techniques.
The Oster line includes Highspire
(shown) as well as Miramonte, Classic
Belmonte, Dream Weaver, Lansford and
Zamora. The flatware is available
gift-boxed in 20-piece or expanded
45-piece set compositions.
Suggested Retail Prices:
$29.99-79.99 per set
Heritage Mint Ltd.
[tel] 480.860.1300
www.heritagemint.com
Gibson Overseas Inc.
[tel] 800.281.2810
www.gibsonusa.com
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Pacific Dry Goods, the country’s leading
manufacturer of ecological and economical
towels, wipes and sponges and the Smiley
oral care line is excited to
announce the appointment
of Preston Hurd as its new
Vice President of Sales. The
position became available
with the pending retirement
of Phil Brown. “Preston will
have some big shoes to fill,
but we are confident that he is the perfect
choice to move our company forward,”
said Pacific Dry Goods President Brian
Hudson. “He has a keen understanding of
how to blend current sales practices with
today’s cutting edge technology.” Hurd
brings extensive experience to Pacific Dry
Goods that includes managing design,
packaging, product development, sales and
distribution. He has a wealth of sales
management experience including the
development of systems that maximize the
efficiency of the sales process by more
closely matching the needs of retailers with
specific sales force skills to provide retailers
with increased levels of service and, of
course, profits.
Following approval by Colombian
competition authorities in early December,
Groupe SEB, headquartered in France,
confirmed it signed a contract on Dec. 17
with the main shareholders of Colombiabased Imusa to acquire a majority interest
in the company. Specializing in small
household equipment, Imusa manufactures
and markets cookware, which accounts for
two-thirds of its sales, as well as plastic
food containers and household products.
The company holds major positions in
Colombia and has expanded its business to
foreign markets, in particular other Latin
American countries and the U.S. Groupe
SEB’s portfolio of kitchenware brands
includes Tefal, Rowenta, Moulinex,
All-Clad, Lagastina, Krups, AirBake,
Mirro, Regal and WearEver.
Gene Vitantonio, Italian housewares
specialist and one of the founders of
VillaWare, died in January at age 88.
Vitantonio’s housewares career began in
1956 when he joined his father Luigi at the
family’s Vitantonio Mfg. Co. From
Cleveland’s Little Italy, the company
manufactured kitchen products for Italian
cooking, primarily hand-operated noodle
machines. Vitantonio’s father had been in
the business since 1920, and in 1906 his
grandfather Angelo received the first U.S.
patent for a noodle machine. Primary
customers in those days were then thriving
Italian imported food stores. In the
1970s,Vitantonio designed the company’s
first electric products, including pizzelle
bakers and Belgian wafflers. In the mid’80s, the company began to serve the then
burgeoning gourmet kitchenware store
market. In 1986, he left the Vitantonio
Mfg. Co. and together with his three sons
started the VillaWare Mfg. Co. In 2000,
he introduced a successful UNO series
of waffle bakers to Williams-Sonoma.
Vitantonio spent more than 40 years
in housewares product design and
manufacture, retiring in 2004.
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Arc International North America, a
subsidiary of Arc International, appointed
Ron Biagi to the newly created position of
V.P. Sales and Marketing North America
reporting to Fred Dohn, CEO Americas. In
his new post, Biagi will assume responsibility
for the Consumer Goods Division and
marketing function and will succeed Scott
Baum who left the company in December.
Biagi, who joined Arc International in 1986,
has been serving as V.P. Sales of Business to
Business since 2003, and will continue leading
this group. In a related move, Tena Hall,
National Sales Manager Business to Business,
will now also assume the same responsibilities
within Consumer Goods in the U.S. market.
Luc Gervais will continue in his role of
National Sales Manager-Canada. Both
individuals will report to Biagi. “The moves
are part of a reorganization intended to
leverage assets and enhance efficiencies to
better serve our customers,” said Dohn in a
prepared statement. Arc International
employs 12,200 people worldwide including
8,000 in France. The group covers the
consumer goods and foodservice markets
through a portfolio of brands, including
Luminarc, Arcoroc, Cristal d’Arques Paris,
Pyrex and Chef & Sommelier.
2011 marks 25 years of business for Mark
Feldstein & Associates, a product
development company and importer of
unique giftware, housewares and
electronics. “With the ever-changing
buying trends in today’s market, we are
constantly researching and developing
unique and trend-setting products, always
keeping one step ahead of our competition.
We appreciate the support we’ve received
from employees, rep groups, customers and
suppliers, and we look forward to many
more years of success,” said Mark Feldstein,
President, in prepared remarks. One of
MFA’s most well-known products is the
Original Singing Bird Clock, which was
first introduced in 1997. Since that time,
MFA has sold more than 8 million units
to retail stores. MFA has partnered with
Harley-Davidson, Audubon, Thomas
Kinkade, PEANUTS, John Deere, General
Motors, NASCAR, Jenson and many
others to develop decorative clocks with
different authentic sounds announcing each
hour. Mark Feldstein & Associates, located
in Maumee, Ohio, offers a wide range of
products for home, office and personal use.
The company is a supplier to more than
3,000 retailers worldwide.
years of success with them,” said Joan
Ulrich, Senior Vice President, MMPI.
MMPI announced the promotion of Jim
Gooding to Vice President and General
Manager of the Washington Design
Center in the nation’s capitol. In his new
role, Gooding will be responsible for
overseeing the operations and leasing
efforts for the 60 showrooms and office
tenants housed at the Washington Design
Center. Gooding will also develop the
strategic positioning for the facility, while
overseeing and maintaining tenant
relations at the Design Center. Gooding
comes to the Washington Design Center
with more than 25 years of experience in
the home furnishings industry. Most
recently, Gooding was Vice President of
Sales for MMPI’s six properties in High
Point, N.C. In that position, Gooding
oversaw the leasing efforts for more than
125 home furnishings showrooms,
Bradford License India has entered into
a brand management agreement to
represent The Sharper Image licensing
initiatives in India. New York-based The
Sharper Image offers diverse products in
many categories including home and small
kitchen appliances, health and wellness,
electronics, luggage and travel accessories
and more. “The Indian market is growing
rapidly, and The Sharper Image has already
received strong interest from manufacturers
and retailers alike, said Federico de
Bellegarde, SVP of The Sharper Image in
a prepared statement. “We are pleased to
have selected Bradford License India as our
partner for India due to their significant
relationships and resources in this
emerging market.”
A D V E R T I S E R
COMPANY
I N D E X
IH+HS BOOTH*
PAGE
L13351
30
Basic Line Inc.
N6132
17
Brazilian Plastic Institue-INP
N7335
19
Brooklyn Bagel Slicer
S2669
30
Candle Warmers Etc. Inc.
S3646
26
Core Bamboo
S1968
28
Cork Pops
S248
16
Edgecraft
S1321, L11947
11
Essenergy
L11035
29
S1805, N6924
14
Fire Wire
Evriholder Products Inc.
S2380
18
Fissler USA
S3012
9, 36
Fortis Design
—
28
Fox Run/Ironwood Gourmet
S224
23
fusionbrands
S1450
26
—
18
Innovia Home
L12563
8
Howard Natural
Insignia Trading Inc.
N8041
12
Inventures Products
S3650
31
Kyocera Advanced Ceramics
S1745
33
Lancaster Colony Commercial Products
S3225
20
Linden Sweden
S4240
16
Mastrad Inc.
S1240
7
—
27
S4333
12
Parrish’s Cake Dec.
Pillivuyt USA
Marking 25 years in business, DNA, a
multi-line gift rep agency housed in the
Chicago Merchandise Mart, celebrated its
success at the January 2011 Chicago
Market Living and Giving. DNA unveiled
a new logo to commemorate the milestone.
“There may be a new look, but DNA
continues to offer the same great service
and merchandise as it has for 25 years,”
said Dennis Nemcek, President of DNA,
in a prepared statement. Founded in 1986
DNA brought back the 1980s for an ‘80s
Night party during Chicago Market.
“DNA is a destination showroom and a
valued partner for both the Chicago
Market and the Chicago Merchandise
Mart. We are thrilled to be celebrating 25
encompassing more than 2 million square
feet. The Washington Design Center
houses wholesale residential, commercial
and building products showrooms.
Pragotrade Inc.
S2183
4
S1267, N8141
22
Prodyne
S423
21
SCI Scandicrafts
S2135
24
Prime Way Companies Ltd.
Signature Housewares
S1062
15
Tribest
L12325
25
Victorinox Swiss Army Brands Inc.
S660
2
Vita Craft
S4413
29
Wall Lenk Corp.
S148
14
Welcome Home Brands
S1780
6
YouCopia Products Inc
S4265
35
Zak Designs
S4448
5
* Booth number subject to change. Visit www.housewares.org for updated listings.
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2011 TRADE SHOW C A L E N D A R
Trade Show Buzz
by Carrie Bui
Trade shows are in full swing, and positivity
abounds as the shows report increased numbers
in attendees and exhibitors, as well as expanded
showrooms and new categories.
Web numbers were already hinting at the
increased interest for the New York Gift Show.
The website, www.nyigf.com, experienced an
increase in traffic leading up to the Jan. 29Feb. 3 event. The site was used as a registration
and planning tool, and had a record number of
product searches and appointment setting. Key
improvements were made to nyigf.com within
the past six months, including an upgrade of the
exhibitor search tool and the addition of a new
mobile application for easy on-site reference.
“The enhancements made in the last six months
to our website’s search and way-finding tools
give buyers a more robust planning tool and
provides us a more detailed picture of who is
coming to NYIGF and what products they are
looking to source at the market,” said Dorothy
Belshaw, NYIGF Director and GLM Senior
Vice President. “NYIGF is no longer a five-day
trade show; it is a five-month lead generation,
product research and sales platform.”
Fair trade was the buzz for MMPI, the
producers of the Chicago Market and the
California Gift Show. Attendees to these
markets were offered the chance to see and buy
high-quality Fair Trade products within the
growing Fair Trade pavilions.
New Fair Trade exhibitors to the California
Gift Show included Swahili Imports, Art Aids
Art and Zen Zen GARDEN & HOME.
The Chicago Market welcomed Baskets of
Cambodia, Mata Traders and Women of the
Cloud Forest to the Fair Trade pavilion.
The International Housewares Association
will host a nearly sold-out show this month.
More than 1,900 exhibitors were signed up by
the end of January, including more than 400
first-time companies and exhibitors returning
to the show after a brief absence.
“We are very pleased to say the show is nearly
sold out and that we have very limited floor
space available,” said Phil Brandl, President of
IHA, which sponsors and manages the show.
“The buyers will find a breadth of new at the
show, including the hundreds of first-time
exhibitors; thousands of product offerings; a
new category, Discover Design, with more
than 60 suppliers of products on the leading
edge of the design spectrum; and our colocation with The Travel Goods Show, offering
buyers another new destination for new
products and strategies to increase sales and
build customer traffic.”
Looking ahead, baking professionals are
excited for the launch of the new trade show
All Things Baking, Oct. 2-4. The show was
developed by the Retail Bakers of America,
American Bakers Association and Bakery
Equipment Manufacturers & Allieds. All
Things Baking will serve as the industry’s
annual marketplace during the two-year gap
between the triennial International Baking
Industry Exposition.
“Today’s consumer trends favor independent
bakeries, cafes and catering companies that are
agile, flexible and in tune with their customer
base,” said Rick Boone, Owner of Rick’s
Bakery and President of RBA. “All Things
Baking focuses on giving them the timely
educational and exhibit offerings to make the
most of their opportunities.”
MARCH 2011
6-8 International Home &
Housewares Show
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL, 847.292.4200
www.housewares.org
6-9 Montreal Gift Show
Place Bonaventure
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, 877.281.0005
www.montrealgiftshow.com
19-21 Portland Gift &
Accessories Show
Oregon Convention Center,
Portland, OR, 800.346.1212
www.portlandgift.com
20-23 Spring Gift + Home Market
L.A. Mart
Los Angeles, CA, 800.LAMART4
www.lamart.com
24-27 Dallas Total Home &
Gift Market
Dallas Market Center,
Dallas, TX, 800.DAL.MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
27-30 Boston Gift Show,
Boston Convention &
Exhibition Center
Boston, MA, 678.285.3976
www.bostongiftshow.com

March 2011 - Oser Communications Group

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