The best ...
... clever kitchen devices
Flavour Shaker
Joggle this as you would a cocktail shaker and the ceramic ball inside pulverizes herbs and spices for you.
Price: $30
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Source: House Beautiful
Cupcake Courier
Designed by a mother to make transporting treats easier, this “pretty pastel” set of stackable trays holds up to 36 cupcakes.
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Price: $29.99
Contact: Cupcakecourier.com
Source: Saveur
Folding Colander
In seconds, this award-winning design goes from a flat sheet to a sturdy colander, complete with handles.
Price: $20
Contact: Josephjoseph.com
Source: In Style
Banana Split
This whimsical hanger helps keep your “yellows mellow until you’re ready to peel.”
Price: $12.99
Contact: Bedbathandbeyond.com
Source: Dwell
Simply Mash Potato Masher
Rotate the ball handle with the palm of your hand for fast, easy, fluffy mashed potatoes.
Price: $10
Contact: Chefsplanet.com
Source: House Beautiful
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