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Specialty Retailers Face Economic Challenges with Upbeat Outlook 200 9 IH+ HS w w w. k i t c h e n w a r e n e w s . c o m “I think the specialty retailers are all over the place with how they are doing,” said Karen Skalicky, store manager/buyer with Creative Kitchen. “Some (retailers) are doing good, some even and some not so good,” she added. Skalicky’s been with the Fargo, N.D.-based company for 20 years. by Karen Martin, Managing Editor Continued on Page 18 Continued on Page 16TRANSCRIPT
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Though today’s economic smog may havecontributed to decreased sales for specialtyretailers, they continue their drive forward.Not only do they operate their stores, theyfocus on the customer, share productknowledge and most importantly, keep positiveand energetic attitudes throughout it all.
“I think the specialty retailers are all over theplace with how they are doing,” said KarenSkalicky, store manager/buyer with CreativeKitchen. “Some (retailers) are doing good,some even and some not so good,” she added.Skalicky’s been with the Fargo, N.D.-basedcompany for 20 years.
Skalicky said the gourmet kitchen store “hasgrown significantly” since its inception in 1976,and “in 2008 we were happy to grow in whatappeared to be a difficult economy,” she said.
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KITCHENWARE NEWS
Specialty RetailersFace Economic Challenges withUpbeat Outlook
by Jenna Crisostomo, Associate Editor
VOLUME 15, NUMBER 5 MAY 2009
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Serious Buyers Make 2009 IH+HS a Success
by Karen Martin, Managing Editor
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Retailers searched for new products, rubbed elbowswith celebrity chefs, sought the perfect colors andbonded with vendors at the 2009 InternationalHome + Housewares Show held March 22-24 inChicago. And, most importantly, early reportssuggest that retailers were ready to buy.
Exhibitors report successes“Overall, I think it was our best show in the lastfive years,” reported Juanita Coumbias,international sales and marketing director forStarfrit, a Canadian based distributor andproduct developer of kitchenware products.
“I feel the show attracted fewer but more seriousbuyers,” said Coumbias. “There were nobrowsers. The buyers in attendance were thereto look for something different to offer theirconsumers, and I guess we lucked out and hadwhat they were looking for.”
2009 IH+HS
WRAP-UP EDITION
o n t h e c ov e rFISSLER USAOriginal Pro Collection Wok[tel] 888-FISSLERwww.fisslerusa.com
SODASTREAMColour Stream Home Soda Maker[tel] 956-755-3400 (press 5)www.sodastream.com
SWISSMARSpachéllo Slice & Spread[tel] 800-387-5707www.swissmar.com
FUSIONBRANDSfoodpod cooking vesselAvailable through Harold Import Company[tel] 800-526-2163www.fusionbrands.com
STARFRITLight Cast Iron Enamel[tel] 800-361-6232www.starfrit.com
VERTERRA DINNERWAREEco-Friendly Single-Use Bowls[tel] 718-383-3333www.verterra.com
COPCO Mario Batali Pizza Sauce Ladle[tel] 800-794-5866www.copco.com
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Colorado Springs, CO — World renowned ChefEmeril Lagasse has found a new way to “kick it upa notch” with clean and simple smoked meals on theoven, grill or campfire with C.M. International’sSmoker Bags. Emeril Lagasse announced anon-exclusive agreement with C.M. Internationalendorsing the Smoker Bag, an all-in-one productthat adds natural alder or hickory smoke flavor tojust about any food.
“This is a very exciting time in our industry,” saidChris Malone, C.M. International’s vice president, “asthe home chef is expanding their palate and becomingmore and more interested in replicating the ‘high end’dining experience at home.” Malone explained thatEmeril was impressed not only by the smoker bag’ssimplicity, but also by the fact that the bags use onlyall-natural hickory and alder wood chips.
The patented Smoker Bag, manufactured in Finland,can be used in the oven, grill or on a campfire. Itis constructed of three layers of aluminum foil, withall natural wood chips and hardwood syrup betweenthe bottom two layers. Tiny perforations in themiddle layer allow the smoke to flow upwards intothe top part of the bag, infusing the natural smokeflavor into the food as it cooks. The Smoker Bagenables the home chef to get that restaurant taste,without additional salt or fat.
Smoker Bags are sold in a number of gourmet,sporting goods and grocery stores and on manymajor Web sites. For more information, goto www.cameronsproducts.com or call toll free888-563-0227.
Emeril Lagasse Endorses C.M. International’s Smoker Bags
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n e w s o n 4Wilton Armetale announced a licensingarrangement with Juan Vela to bring newfashion into the company’s expandingcategories. Juan Vela has designed topsellers from companies ranging fromFaberge Eggs for The Franklin Mint toGreeting Cards for Pumpernickel Press.“The time is right for a new direction andfashion forward infusion of style that JuanVela brings to the table,” remarked WiltonArmetale President & CEO, Ken Lefever.“Mr. Vela will work closely with the designteam to make unique patterns, items andthemes come to life in the Armetale metalcategory as well as the Bello Vaso glasswareand Motif Ceramicware.” Vela has workedwith many other companies in the fashion,tableware and home industries. He stated,“My attitude towards drawing and paintingis to create something I share with others.The purpose of my art is to communicatemy love for Nature and the protection ofthe environment.” According to Lefever,Wilton Armetal has received 24 designsfrom Vela and they have already selectedfour to be put into production. Lefeversaid in a prepared statement, “Typicallythis would take us many months, even yearsto pull together. Mr. Vela has acceleratedthis process exponentially, giving WiltonArmetale a speed-to-market advantage. Weare committed to diversity and adding valueto the Wilton collector and Mr. Vela'sapproach to design couldn’t be moreappropriate for the company’s future.” Newpatterns and items will be available in thefall of 2009.
The School of Culinary Arts at KendallCollege participated in a food stylingcompetition sponsored by AmericanMetalcraft on March 12. Twelve students
in the Mignardise/Plated Desserts classsubmitted nineteen entries plated on avariety of American Metalcraft stainlesssteel, ceramic, and porcelain serving traysand bowls. The challenge was to select anAmerican Metalcraft platter or bowl andcreatively design a presentation with minicandies or desserts that would mostdramatically complement the serving piece.Each participant was given one hour tostyle. Students were judged on thepresentation’s movement, creativity, layout,height, color, and balance. First PlaceWinner, Leila Manoochehry, received $500for her “Cheeseburger in Paradise” entry ofchocolate confection. Bisera Urdarevik took2nd place and received $200 for her “JoanMiró Brownie” presentation styled afterthe famous Spanish artist. Both winnerswere presented with checks from AmericanMetalcraft's President David Kahn.
For the first time, Butterball has put itsbrand on a pair of turkey fryers – andthey’re made by Masterbuilt. TheMasterbuilt-Butterball partnership nowdefines fried turkey – made safely andhassle-free with a fryer designed to workinside the house. With CSA certificationand a design that meets UnderwritersLaboratories Inc. standards, the ButterballIndoor Electric Turkey Fryer is safe to useindoors. It can fry turkeys up to 14 pounds– enough for up to eight to 10 people –using one-third less oil than conventionalturkey fryers. “Butterball turkey fryerswill create new family traditions aroundthe kitchen table throughout the year,”said Masterbuilt CEO John McLemore.“This sets the standard for fried turkeyprepared with a combination of safetyand convenience. The only things missing
are cornbread stuffing and green beans.”“Butterball turkeys are a must-have atThanksgiving and deep frying continuesto be a popular cooking method,” saidBill Klump, Butterball senior vicepresident, Marketing. “We’re excited topartner with Masterbuilt on a product thatprovides a safe and easy way to prepare apicture-perfect turkey this holiday season.”
fusionbrands®, known for its innovativeline of cooking utensils, received a utilitypatent for the foodloop® and foodloop®mini on February 23. The foodloop,launched in May 2005, is the first heatresistant silicone trussing tool on themarket. “We are very proud to have beengranted this utility patent for our flagshipproduct that started it all,” said KraighStewart, co-founder of fusionbrands. “Wewere the first and are still the best trussingsolution on the market to-date. Many haveattempted to duplicate the idea and design,but no one has successfully improved thesimple adjustability, easy on and easy offdesign or the mechanics that makes it hold.Now, with the utility patent we are pleasedto have ownership and title to these one ofa kind features.”
King Arthur Flour received a 2009American Package Design Award in theFood and Beverages category for its newline of K.A.F. Kids baking mixes. The annualawards, given by Graphic Design USAmagazine, celebrate well-designed graphics,the power of design to advance the brandpromise and the ability to forge anemotional link with the buyer.Approximately 100 design firms anddepartments are represented among thisyear’s recipients, out of 1,200 initial entries.
“Our K.A.F. Kids mix package designreflects the same care and quality that weput into every King Arthur product,” saidKing Arthur Flour Graphic Designer RuthPerkins. “Great consideration goes into everyaspect of our mixes, from pure ingredientsto box design. We’re very pleased that itshows!” Perkins along with ProductionCoordinator Beth Spaulding, and Hartford,Vermont-based photographer John Shermanwere recognized for the design andillustration of the award-winning packaging.For more information on the baking mixes,visit www.kingarthurflour.com. For a list ofall 2009 American Package Design Awardwinners, visit gdusa.com.
Harold Import Company and the KAFGroup, manufacturer of Gourmet Classicstextiles, introduce their new “For OurPlanet™” line of 100 percent organic cottontextiles. “We want to be good for the planetwithout having people compromise onquality, value, and fashion,” stated AminMysorewala, president of KAF Group,manufacturer of Gourmet Classic Textiles.“Our products are friendly to the earth,have great style, function and price points.They are a true Gourmet Classic.” Soft,durable, and absorbent, the 100 percentOrganic Cotton is grown using a chemical-free process and biologically basedfertilizers. Eco-friendly dyes and recycledpackaging sweeten the deal. Items includekitchen towels, dish cloths, oven mitts, potholders for a green kitchen and marketbags for eco-friendly shopping. GourmetClassics is a brand exclusively availablethrough HIC—Harold Import Company.For more information, contact HIC—Harold Import Company at 800-526-2163or visit www.haroldimport.com
From the Publisher
The sun was shining in Chicago as we gathered there in Marchfor the International Home + Housewares Show, and insideMcCormick Place, the view was just as bright, with 436 exhibitorsthere who were new to the show and an outstanding array ofgorgeous new products to see. Overall, the event and the businessthat came out of it gave us all good reason to hope that 2009 willsee some economic recovery and that the housewares industry willbe leading the way.
Some things we noticed on the show floor: the greening of Americais a trend that’s only growing stronger, and the housewares industryis leading in a number of ways, from products designed with newer
and greener materials to factories that are using less energy and generating less waste. Moreglamorously, we saw a wider diversity in beautiful colors, with color helping to drive design.Gone are the days when American consumers had a choice of harvest gold, avocado greenor white. If you think back 20 years, that’s how it was — every year there was “the” color,and every manufacturer offered items in the same limited palette because consumers wantedtheir colors to match throughout their homes.
No more. We’ve decided that too much color-matching leads to boredom, and this year’sHome + Housewares Show certainly showed that manufacturers are paying attention. Aswe went from booth to booth at the show, we saw that each company had designed productswith a unique color palette. Designs and colors reflected multicultural aesthetics. Blandand boring are out; integrating complex colors into design decisions is in.
All of that fits into the economic reality that faces us. Historically, in tougher economies,people have stayed home more. This year, they’ll be looking for accessible and affordableproducts to help them make their time at home enjoyable and creative. They’ll be buyingnew bakeware and going to the grocery to buy the ingredients to bake their birthday cakesinstead of just ordering them from the bakery. They’ll look for new dishware instead ofremodeling their entire kitchens, and they’ll be looking to their specialty foods retailersto supply quality ingredients for memorable dinners at home instead of relying so heavilyon restaurant chefs to supply the food for wonderful evenings.
There’s no doubt that we are living in challenging times. But as has often been noticedbefore by the wise, with challenge, there is opportunity. And at the Home + HousewaresShow this year, we saw a lot of companies who are responding magnificently to both.
Lee M. Oser, Publisher
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From the EditorBurrowing — we are now officially “burrowing,” according to LeeEiseman, the housewares industry-guru on color trends and speakerat the 2009 International Home + Housewares Show (IH+HS).Eiseman, an annual headliner at the IH+HS, is known forexplaining the socio-economic reasons behind our color choices aswell as other consuming behavior.
The evolution from cocooning, to hiving, to burrowing appearsclear — the more nervous we are about the world as a whole, themore we retrench and focus on our homes. I suppose this is goodnews for the housewares industry — but I’m not sure we’ve hit theright note for attracting the burrowers into the marketplace.
At the January shows, AmericasMart and the New York International Gift Fair, Iheard people talking about basics — the buyers were looking for basics such as good kitchenprep items.
At the IH+HS show, I saw another version of the “basics.” If we think of comfort foods,pack lunches and pot lucks as “back to basics,” there’s a whole subset of the marketdeveloping to serve these interests. Innovative lunch carriers, bakeware and creativecarriers (carrying everything from cupcakes to complete meals to the neighbor’s house)found their way into many of the booths.
A company’s environmental statement — whether in product, materials or process — isanother version of the back to basics story. Products that have environmental impactaccountability are becoming a “basic” in that the marketplace is expecting these optionsin every type of a product. And, according to a trend panel at the IH+HS, the marketplaceis expecting to to find these options without the premium prices.
Over the next few months, we’ll see if this “back to basics” trend will lure people out ofthe their burrows — sorry, I mean homes. In the mean time, is there any hope ofcomparing our consuming behavior to anything other than insects?
Karen Martin, [email protected]
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Russellville, AR — Microplane unveiled anew series of eye-catching retail point ofpurchase (POP) displays designed tosupport the company’s Premium ClassicZester/Grater, Premium Classic MediumRibbon Grater, Premium Classic SpiceGrater, and newly introduced UltimateCitrus Tool. The new POP displays wereshown at the 2009 International Home +Housewares Show in Chicago.
Microplane’s new portable, table-sizePOP displays feature bold, vibrantgraphics with enticing food images thatrelate to each kitchen tool’s primaryfunction. The POP displays can be orderedwith the items, or the items can beordered separately.
The new Citrus POP unit, which holds 12Premium Classic Series Zester/Graters(each grater is priced at $14.95 suggested
retail), features an appealing, half-circle,mid-section view of an oversized orange,accented with smaller floating images ofwhole lemons and limes. The Citrus POPunit can be ordered filled with thePremium Classic Zester/Grater with blackhandle (model 37020-6), red handle(model 37120-6), yellow handle (model37620-6), new for 2009 orange handle(model 37720-6), new for 2009 greenhandle (model 37820-6) or with anassortment of different colored handles(model 37520-6).
An additional new, larger-size CheesePOP unit is offered to showcase thePremium Classic Zester/Grater’s excellencein grating hard cheese, such asParmesan. The base of the display mimicsthe design of an authentic wheel ofParmesan cheese and holds 24 of the black-handled graters (POP model 37020-6).
To spotlight Microplane’s newlyintroduced chocolate brown handledPremium Classic Medium RibbonGrater (priced at $14.95 suggested retail),which is ideal for grating chocolatein baking, the new Chocolate POPunit features graphics of temptingcupcakes topped with colorful pastelicings and a generous sprinkling ofgrated chocolate. Holding 12 of thePremium Classic Medium RibbonGraters, the new Chocolate POP unitmodel number is 37721-6.
The new Spice POP unit showcases12 Premium Classic Spice Graters($9.95 each suggested retail), with adisplay base featuring colorful images ofpopular spices, such as cinnamon andnutmeg, that taste best freshly grated.Two versions of the Spice POP areavailable: one for the black-handledgrater (model 37016-6) and another for thered-handled grater (model 37116-6).
To accent Microplane’s newly introducedthree-in-one Ultimate Citrus Tool ($12.95suggested retail), which zests, scores thepeel of citrus fruit, and creates pro-style,
curlicue garnishes in two sizes, the newUltimate Citrus Tool POP unit featuresa vibrant half-circle display with lemon,lime and orange hues to complement thetool’s colorful yellow, green and orangehandled models.
Based in Russellville, Ark., Microplaneis a division of family-owned GraceManufacturing Inc., a long-standingcompany specializing in the craftingof precision thin metal parts for homeand industrial use. First created in 1990as a new form of woodworking tool,the original Microplane did notfind its way into the kitchen until 1994.Since that time, Microplane gratershave found enthusiastic support fromprofessional chefs and domestic cooks andhave earned a place in restaurantsand home kitchens around the world.Most recently, Microplane has enteredthe Personal Care arena with itshighly effective, professional quality footfiles and accessories.
For further information on the newMicroplane point of purchase displays,please call 800-555-2767.
Microplane® Supports Retailers with New Counter Displays
HIC — Harold Import Companyannounced an exclusive agreement todistribute the Silex and Cuisine Ideale cutlerylines in the United States from Déglon, aproducer of high-quality cutlery and kitchentools. Located in Thiers, France since 1921,it is the cradle of French knife making, high-quality cuisine and world-class chefs.
Déglon was founded in Thiers by JeanDéglon of Switzerland and is currently runby his grandson, Thierry Déglon.
Philippe Grousset, of Déglon, commented“The art of the master cutlery maker hasbeen handed down from generation togeneration. It is put into daily practicethrough the meticulous design andmanufacture of utensils which are useful,practical, sturdy and innovative. Our chefs'knives are high-performance cutting toolscreated to meet the requirements of thegreatest chefs in the world, both professionaland home cooks. We are proud to be workingwith Harold Import Company for the USmarket. We have known each other for yearsand meet regularly at product shows aroundthe world, and it’s time now to work in anexclusive relationship. We are convinced thatHIC’s professionalism, knowledge of thebusiness, the competence of their staff, andthe perfect network developed by HIC, will
Harold Import Company Distributes Déglon Exclusively in the U.S.
make for great success in selling the Déglon'sproducts in the U.S.”
Déglon’s line of cutlery and kitchen toolsinclude melon ballers, bread knifes, applecorers, butter curlers and more. The toolsdebuted at the International Home +Housewares Show in March. Suggestedretail prices range from $6.99 to $129.99.For more information, contact HICat 800-526-2163 or visit their Web site,www.haroldimport.com.
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ABBIAMO TUTTO OVEN TO TABLE BAKEWAREAbbiamo Tutto’s Oven to tablebakeware is made entirely inItaly. The practical and beautifulbakeware is microwave anddishwasher safe. Umbria is aclassic Italian design featuring apeacock pattern.Suggested Retail Price: $20-$48
MUM’S CREATIONS’ KITCHEN GADGETSMum’s Creations launcheda re-branded collection ofkitchen gadgets designedfor volume purchasers atthe International Home +Housewares Show. Thenew collection, brandedas “Mum’s Kitchen,” ismanufactured in Indiafrom designs by Mum’sCreations. Donna Sacuta,owner and founder ofMum’s Creations, said“the new Mum’s Kitchencollection takes someof our most popularhandcrafted items andbrings them to the massmarket. We have beenrestricted in our pricepoints to this point as theMum’s Creations’ collectionis all handcrafted. TheMum’s Kitchen brand-ing frees us fromthis constraint.” The firstoffering includes a CakeTester, Olive Spoon andHoney Dipper. Suggested Retail Price: $3-$4
Mum’s Creations[tel] 866-833-1193[fax] [email protected]
Abbiamo Tutto[tel] 866-714-9161[fax] 703-790-1009www.e-abbiamotutto.com
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Chicago, IL — KitchenAid marks its90th anniversary with a special editionstand mixer in Candy Apple Red. Asa tribute to earlier models, the new 5-quart Artisan Series stand mixer willinclude a clear glass bowl in place of thestainless steel bowl currently provided,along with a 90th anniversary insignia onthe mixer’s trim band.
“In addition to being the product thatstarted it all for KitchenAid, the standmixer remains the standard for everythingwe create,” noted Debbie O’Connor,senior manager of Brand Experience forKitchenAid. “We’ve never lost sight ofthe brand’s original guiding principlethat everything carrying the KitchenAidname should make time spent in thekitchen more enjoyable.”
According to O’Connor, the KitchenAid
brand name was born when wives ofcompany executives were asked for help innaming the stand mixer and one replied,“I don’t care what you call it, I know it’sthe best kitchen aid I’ve ever had.”
Also as part of its anniversary celebration,KitchenAid has released a new cookbook,KitchenAid Best Loved Recipes (PublicationsInternational, Ltd.), that includes manyrecipes for the stand mixer. These includeeverything from making bread doughwith the mixer’s dough hook andhomemade sausage with its optionalsausage stuffer attachment to creatinghomemade lasagna noodles with anavailable pasta maker attachment setCurrently available at major retailersnationwide, the book was created to “givecooks the sense of accomplishment thatcomes from cooking from scratch athome,” said O’Connor.
Special Candy Apple Red Stand MixerMarks KitchenAid’s 90th Anniversary
The 90th anniversary Candy AppleRed Artisan Series stand mixer, availablein the summer, willfeature a glassbowl with apour spout andmeasurementmarkings.Stainless steelbowls will also beavailable to fit thenew mixers. TheArtisan Series standmixer features a tilt-head design for easybowl access and canaccommodate eightto nine cupsof flour. A10-speedslide controlranges froma very slowstir to a fast whip. Aswith all KitchenAid stand mixers, its67-point planetary mixing action spirals to 67different touch points within the bowl for
quick, complete mixing and the highestbeater-to-bowl coverage in the industry. Every
model includes three basic accessories:a flat beater for mixing batters,
making pie dough ormashing potatoes; adough hook forkneading everything
from soft dough to stiffpizza dough; and a wire
whip for beatingegg whites andwhipping cream.
Celebrating its90th anniversaryin 2009, the
KitchenAid brandnow offers essentialsfor the well-equipped
kitchen with acollection that
includes everythingfrom countertop appliances to
cookware, ranges to refrigerators, and whisksto wine cellars. For more information, pleasevisit www.kitchenaid.com.
Minneapolis, MN — Sheree Burlington,creator of Museware Pottery, is the newestaddition to the MHS Licensing family ofartists and designers. MHS Licensing willbe featuring her artwork at the 2009 SurtexShow and Licensing Show.
“Sheree’s unique mix of mediums createseye-catching designs not currently found in
the industry,” said Marty Segelbaum,president of MHS Licensing. “Her successin decorated pottery will translate veryeffectively to a wide assortment of products.”
Sheree Burlington’s work is a combination ofone liners, kiln fired paint and digital imagery.The result is a wicked, fresh collaboration ofartwork; designs with attitude. Her ability to
express traditional sentiments with an edgy,contemporary voice, gives her work strongappeal to today’s customer.
For more information on Sheree Burlingtonas well as the other properties MHS Licensingrepresents, visit their Web site featuringthousands of images available for licensing atwww.mhslicensing.com. MHS Licensing isone of the nations leading licensing andconsulting agencies specializing in representingpopular artists and advising manufacturers inthe search, evaluation and acquisition of newproperties and personalities.
MHS Licensing Introduces Designs by Sheree Burlington
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BARR BROTHERS’ GRILL WIZARD BRUSHThe Grill Wizard, voted “Best Brush”by Cook’s Illustrated (July/August2003 and again in June 2008), usesmetal mesh scouring pads ratherthan bristles. The rugged stainlesssteel mesh pads conform to anygrill grate size and spacing andwork well on all non-Teflonsurfaces, including porcelainwhereas brass bristle brushes
VIATEK PRODUCTS’ LID PUNCHLid Punch opens jars easily and instantly. TheLid Punch opens a small hole in the lid andreleases the vacuum seal, relieving thepressure on the lid. After the pressure onthe lid is relieved the lid can be unscrewedvery easily. Four magnetic sealers come withthe Lid Punch to allow the jar to be storedwith the original lid. Included with the LidPunch is a Four-in-One Opener to help openbottles and cans.Suggested Retail Price: $14.99
Viatek Products[tel] 407-248-0123[fax] 407-386-7200[email] [email protected]
will clog with debris and wearprematurely due to the soft natureof the brass. The 18" long Grill Wizardis rugged and dishwasher safe. Suggested Retail Price: $11.98
Barr Brothers Company[tel] 800-630-8665[fax] 530-247-1222[email] [email protected]
IMUSA’S BEECHWOOD TOOLSIMUSA's new beechwoodtools are hand shaped andfinished, carrying thetraditional design used inHispanic kitchens. Dualred color bands markthe handles and add atouch of pizzazz. Thesebeechwood tools arelong lasting and designedfor any type of pot. Thewood is nonstick-surface-safe and resistant to hightemperatures. This lineincludes: 12" BeechwoodLarge Cooking Spatula,12" Beechwood SmallCooking Spatula, 12"Beechwood Large ServingSpoon, 12" BeechwoodSmall Cooking Spoon,18" Beechwood CookingSpoon and BeechwoodMortar & Pestle.
IMUSA[tel] [email protected]
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RED AND WHITE KITCHEN’S BAMBOO APRONRed and White Kitchen Company,best-known for a line of colorful, retro-inspired flour sack towels, tablecloths,totes and pillows, now brings tomarket Home Green Home™, a lineof eco-friendly kitchen textiles,featuring new bamboo aprons atcompetitve pricing.
Home Green Home aprons, availablein a nostalgic red or blue checkpattern, are a woven blend of70 percent bamboo/30 percentcotton. The lightweight yet sturdyfabric is fast-drying and naturallyantibacterial. Each apron has anadjustable neck strap and twogenerous front pockets. Matchingbamboo towels in checks andsolids are part of the HomeGreen Home line.Suggested Retail Price: $15.99
MÜKITCHEN® APRONSIntroduced at the 2009 IH+HS,the design-centric new MÜcitycollection® from MÜkitchen featuresthree stylish aprons and towelpatterns that are cooked up tomatch the MÜkitchen designcharette of fashionable kitchenaccessories. Functionally, thesefabrics represent the finest weavesof their MÜincotton® line. MÜkitchencalls it a perfect marriage of fun,style and substance. The aprons aremade of 100 percent top qualitycotton. Fit is adaptable with waistand neck ties. There are pocketsfor convenience and to hold theavailable coordinating towels.
MÜkitchen[tel] 866-544-2224[email] [email protected]
Red and White Kitchen Company [tel] 877-914-7440 [fax] 914-242-0195[email] [email protected]
FUNNY APRON’S ‘MR. GOOD LOOKING’ APRONThe Funny Apron Company™ hasbuilt its reputation on providingbold, colorful graphics, cleverwitticisms, a commitment to superbquality and superior customerservice. Their durably screen printed,machine washable aprons areconstructed from a sturdy,generously cut (32" l x 28" w)65/35 poly-cotton twill.Suggested Retail Price:$21.95
The Funny Apron Company[tel] 800-835-5802[fax] 800-515-8076[email] [email protected]
JESSIE STEELE’S AUDREY APRONThe Jessie Steele Audrey HostessApron in the Cherry Cupcake print isa new must have item. Numerousprints are available in a variety of funflirty and extremely flattering cuts.Constructed from a fine Linen/CottonBlend. the apron ties at the waist foreasy adjusting. Contrast bias-trim isused at edges and waistband. Tworound-edged waist pockets adornedwith flat bows gives this apron adressed-up feel that makes itappropriate for not just cooking, butfor any occasion.Suggested Retail Price: $32.95
Jessie Steele, Inc.[tel] 800-421-1223[fax] 510-204-0999[email] [email protected]
CAROLYN’S KITCHEN RETRO APRONSCarolyn’s Kitchen carries aprons,dish gloves and matching garters,available in a variety of styles andcolors inspired by fashion from the1940s and 50s. The vintage inspiredRock N’ Roll Hot Pink apron makesa great gift—for bridal showers or forsomeone who just loves to cook.The apron is carefully constructedwith 100 percent cotton fabric andmade in Los Angeles, California. Suggested Retail Price: $39.95
Carolyn’s Kitchen[tel] 310-387-8964carolynskitchenonline@gmail.comwww.carolynskitchenonline.com
NOW DESIGNS’ APRONSNow Designs has 16 different stylesof aprons. Their most recent additionis the Comfort Apron. The namesays it all; the main feature of thisapron is the strap placement whichcrosses the shoulders rather that theneck, reducing pressure on theneck. Bartacked for strength andfeaturing a generous front pocket,this apron is also fully adjustable tofit a wide range of sizes for a perfectand truly comfortable fit.
Now Designs[tel] 866-253-9001[fax] 604-255-6151www.nowdesigns.net
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SASSY COOK’N FLOWER POT APRONSSassy Cook’n™ serves upstyle with a fresh lineof aprons, oven mitts,potholders, placematsand napkins using 100percent premium cottonfabric in a variety of colorsand themes. Flower Pot isone of many patternsavailble from Sassy Cook’n.Their products are made inthe USA from high qualitymaterials and every apronis adorned at the bottomwith faux suede fringeor pom-pom trim. Theirkitchen accessories lineincludes 13 styles featuringWestern, Retro, Countryand Vintage inspired prints.All products are machinewash and dry. Coordinatingnapkins and placemats aealso available.Suggested Retail Price: $30
Sassy Cook’n[tel] 208-869-4757[fax] 208-474-7412 [email protected]
PREGEL AMERICA’S SERVICE MODA® APRONSTo create the ultimate gelato experience, PreGelAmerica has designed their Service Moda®
collection, which includes Tutto t-shirts and Neroaprons. The collection embodies a healthy, naturaland authentic approach to the creation ofgelato, leaving wearers looking and feeling like aprofessional gelato master from Italy. Available in
three colors, the collection is customizable tocomplement each person’s personality and bringsa sense of style to wherever you are, be it thekitchen, at work or even at home.
PreGel America[tel] 866-977-3435[fax] 704-707-0301www.pregel-usa.com
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KITCHENART’S NEW JESPER STÅHLKitchenArt presents two new JesperStåhl colors: Titan silver and Pacificblue which join Tomato, Olive andBlack as well as five new Jasper Ståhltools: Squeeze Tong Turner/Fork,Squeeze Tong Scraping Spoon/Fork,Tool Crock/Measuring Cup, a GlassStovetop Scraper and a MushroomKnife/Brush. These tools join 15 kitchen
tool designs that debuted in 2008.
The tools are made of blended glasswith nylon to make them strong, highheat tolerant and nonstick. The glassadds rigidity to the structure of the toolsso they can withstand heavy-duty useand yet remain lightweight. The toolsare high heat tolerant to 510 degreesFahrenheit so the tools won’t melt or get
damaged while cooking. The nylongives the tools their nonstick quality sothey won’t scratch or mar nonstickpans, and so they are easy to clean.Suggested Retail Price: $4-$10
KitchenArt[tel] 256-760-8900, 800-239-8090[email] [email protected]
PILLIVUYT ‘GRILL WORTHY’ BAKERSAt the Chicago Housewares Show,Pillivuyt introduced a new conceptfor the U.S. market–grilling with Pillivuyt.Aside from the excellent cookingproperties that make it “grill-worthy,”it has the distinct advantage of being“table-worthy” as well. Instead ofgrilling in the foil pans, you can use thePillivuyt bakers both for cooking andpresenting the product at the table.
All Pillivuyt white ware is fired at2400°F, so the heat of the grill is not a
problem. Pillivuyt is free of lead andcadmium and completely foodsafe on the grill or even for storage.Since the glaze is so hard, anydiscoloration from the chemicals thatare emitted with charcoal grillingshould be removable with any storebrand of powder cleanser or evenwith a bristled scrubbing device orsteel wool.
Pillivuyt[tel] 866-938-1672[email] [email protected]
SODASTREAM’S EARTH-FRIENDLY SODA MAKERSNew Sodastream home soda makersturn water into fresh, fizzy sparklingwater and soda in seconds.Sodastream is an earth-friendly,economical alternative to buying,carrying, storing and disposing ofstore-bought bottles and cans ofsparkling water and sodapop. Sales of
soda makers generate ongoing salesof soda-making supplies. Over 10million have been sold in Europe andnow Sodastream is available in theUSA.
Sodastream[tel] 856-755-3400[email] [email protected]
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MÜKITCHEN’S SOFT & LUXURIOUS COTTON TOWELSMÜincotton® towels and dishcloths are soft and luxurious.The jacquard 100 percentcotton weave make theseaccessories incredibly soft andtactile. They work well withthe rest of the tough hardworking all cotton line of MÜ.
Dish cloths (12" x 12") areavailable in a set of three. Dishtowels (16" x 25") are availablein a set of two. Made of 100percent top quality cotton,the towels and cloths areabsorbent. They are hemmedall around for extra durabilityand finished with a hangingloop for convenience.
MÜkitchen[tel] 866-544-2224[email] [email protected]
SANTÉ’S SKOOKIE SKILLET SETSanté’s Skookie set is a kit tomake large, individual portionedbrownies or chocolate chipcookies, all on a high-quality castiron skil let, thus the name“Skookie.”
Skookie kits include high-quality, pre-seasoned, personal-sized cast ironskillets for two people and a bag ofeither Lehi Roller Mills brownie mix orchocolate cookie mix. Each kitincludes two hot pads to make it easyto serve the piping hot dessert rightfrom the oven. Skookie skillets can
also be used to make personal panpizzas, fajitas and other recipes.Suggested Retail Price: $24.99
Santé[tel] 888-726-8348[email] [email protected]
ALL U CAN HANDLE’S GALAXY COLLECTIONAll U Can Handle’s newGalaxy Collection fits rightin to All U Can Handle’s linesof whimsical tabletop andaccessories. New for 2009,the Galxy Collection featurescrisp black and whitegraphics. Included in thecollection are cabinetknobs, dinner plates, dessertplates, mugs, bowls, saladbowls, platters and a chipand dip server.
All U Can Handle[tel] 866-737-5672terri.pendleton@allucanhandle.comwww.allucanhandle.com
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CHANTAL’S PURE BY CHANTAL LINEChantal’s “Pure by Chantal” is anall-ceramic line of bakeware andtea accessories, which reducesenvironmental impacts by using onlynatural elements found in the earth’sclay. Pure by Chantal expressesceramics and bakeware in its purist,most natural form, without colors ordyes. Made of ceramic stoneware,the new line is able to withstand highoven baking temperatures and isdishwasher and microvave safe. Bykeeping the pure line free of coloringagents, the result is a natural vanillacoloring softly flecked by thesedimentation found in ground clay.
Chantal[tel] 800-365-4354, 713-467-9949[fax] 713-467-0133 www.chantal.com
ERGO CHEF’S PRO-SERIES 7" SANTOKU WITH HOLLOW GROUND BLADEThe new Pro-Series 7" Santoku Knifefrom Ergo Chef has a hollow groundblade which reduces the weight ofthe knife. The light weight andbalance of this knife assist with itssmooth rocking motion for anatural comfort feel achievedby the ergonomic angled handle.This distinct ergonomic angledhandle also offers superiorpositioning of the hand, wristand forearm creating a naturalcomfort feel for less strain andbetter control.
The blade is wider than a traditionalSantoku for additional safety and the18 degree precision sharp edge stayson point when cutting throughvegetables. The steel is high carbonGerman stainless steel for superiorstrength, durability and stain resistance.Ergo Chef offers their Universal EdgeGuard Program for knife safety &edge protection in seven fun colors,available through Harold Import Co.Suggested Retail Price: $79.99
Ergo Chef[tel] 203-796-0880, 877-796-0884[email] [email protected]
KOLLER CRAFT’S LIGHTED GRILL TONGSKoller Craft introduces its patentedGrill Buddies Night Light Grill Tongs.Grill by night with the light or by daywith ergonomic pleasure from theseunique Grill Tongs. This beautifullydesigned utensil is ideal for grilling alltypes of food over a griddle, gas grillor open fire. Suggested Retail Price: $19.99
Koller Craft[tel] 800-545-1344[email] [email protected]
BODUM’S GRAVITY PEPPER GRINDERBODUM® adds a sampling of designinnovative products into the NorthAmerican product portfolio, whichtraditionally concentrated solelyon coffee and tea products andaccessories. Bodum’s GravitySquare and Round pepper grindersseem to work on sheer intuition!Their powerful ceramic grindinggear goes into action as soon aseither the Gravity Square or Roundis tilted towards the foods thatneed to be seasoned. Thesegrinders sense their position andstart and stop grinding accordingto the angle at which they areheld. Featuring an attractive, slip-safe rubber finish, the Gravitygrinders can be used for pepper,salt and spices.Suggested Retail Price: $29.95
Bodum Inc.[tel] 877-992-6386[email] [email protected]
TAKEYA ICE CUBE PITCHERThe Ice Cube Pitcher’s crystal clarityand diamond cut look of ice cubesmakes any drink quench your thirst.The Takeya™ Ice Cube Pitcher is stain-resistant and heat resistant with anairtight lid. The pitcher is made usingTakeya’s Acra Glass™, a durablematerial that has the brilliance ofglass but with the ease of plastic. ArcaGlass is BPA free.
Takeya USA Corporation[tel] 714-374-9900[fax] 714-374-9925[email] [email protected]
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CUISINART’S RICE PLUS™ MULTI-COOKER WITH FUZZY LOGIC TECHNOLOGYCuisinart, long a pioneer of kitchenelectrics, is meeting this increasedconsumer demand with a new ricecooker that expands on thecategory’s traditional applications.The Rice Plus Multi-Cooker with FuzzyLogic Technology (model no. FRC-800)features pre-programmed menuoptions, a 24-hour programmablefinish time and an automatic “Keep
Warm” setting that activates aftercooking is complete.
One of the Multi-Cooker’s mostdistinctive benefits is Fuzzy LogicTechnology, which is comprised of abuilt in “brain” that senses fluctuationsin cooking and automatically adjustsoperation to ensure perfect resultsevery time. The unit yields up to 15cups of cooked rice, allowing homecooks to make a smaller meal for theimmediate family or to prepare larger
quantities for entertaining. To increaseits versatility even further, the ricecooker comes with a steaming rack,measuring cup, rice paddle andspoon for creating everything fromsteamed asparagus to rice balls. Allremovable parts are dishwasher safe.Suggested Retail Price: $149
Cuisinart[tel] 800-726-6247[email] [email protected]
FOLDTUK™ 3-IN-1 ROASTERThe Roaster by FoldTuk Kitchenwareis another 3-in-1 Cook-Serve-Storeproduct able to withstandconventional oven temperatures upto 500°F (260°C).
The Roaster uses FoldTuk's “fold andtuck” technology, which expands thepan and cover to a fully openedposition of approximately 9 inches(23cm) in height. Yet this enormousFoldTuk Roaster takes up very littlekitchen storage space when the panand cover are collapsed to a heightof less than 3 inches.
The FoldTuk Roaster is functionallydesigned to provide an elliptic coverthat keeps moisture in, creating asucculent, crispy, evenly roasted, meal.The roaster pan is constructed of food-grade silicone reinforced by a stainlesssteel bottom and a high polishedstainless steel top rim flange. The entireinterior is a naturally non-sticksurface (PTFE/PFOA-free). Product isdishwasher safe.
FoldTuk™ Kitchenware[tel] 804-353-7160[email] [email protected]
ELIZABETH KARMEL’S NEW COOKBOOKHIC and Wiley Publishing announcethe release of Elizabeth Karmel’s newbook Soaked, Slathered andSeasoned, a BBQ guru's definitiveguide to marinades, mops, sauces,rubs and other flavor-boosters for grillbound foods.
Elizabeth Karmel is the Executive Chefat New York's acclaimed Hill Countrybarbecue restaurant and a frequenttelevision guest. Now, in this encore toher grilling guide Taming the Flame,she serves up a barbecue cookbookfor all seasons and seasonings–400great ways to add flavor to grilledfoods, including marinades, brines,barbecue sauces, glazes, mops, salsas,jellies, sweet sauces, rubs, vinaigrettes,dressings, compound butters, pestos,tapenades and dipping sauces.
Elizabeth Karmel also owns the GrillFriends line of grilling products,available exclusively through HIC. Afrequent instructor at the Institute forCulinary Education, she is also theauthor of Taming the Flame and PizzaOn The Grill.Suggested Retail Price: $19.95
HIC—Harold Import Company[tel] 800-526-2163[fax] 732-364-3253[email] [email protected]
PREPARA’S TABLETOP MISTEREnsuring a thin and even coating, thePrepara Tabletop Mister encourageshealthy but tasty eating. Feel free toadd favorite flavored oils, safe in theknowledge that Prepara’s BPA-Freeglass container is easy to clean anddishwasher safe. Non-aerosol pumpis the best environmental alternativeto a spray can.Suggested Retail Price: $19.99
Prepara[tel] 888-878-8665[email] [email protected]
RÖSLE’S PINEAPPLE CUTTERThe task of preparing fresh pineapplejust became simple with a newtool from Rösle. The toolproduces two results: beautiful,symmetrical pineapples slices forsummer cocktails and summergrilling, and it leaves a festive, intactpineapple shell ready to be used asa serving bowl for fruit or salads. Thebottom rim of the heavy-duty shaft isvery sharp and slides through apineapple removing the core whilethe solid stainless steel blade slicesthrough the flesh of the pineapplewith each twist. The open ergonomicdesign of the handle makes it easy tograsp and twist the tool into apineapple and to then extract thetool removing a stack of perfect fruitrings. This takes very little elbow greaseas the tool moves smoothly coringand slicing as it goes. The stainlesssteel Rösle Pineapple Cutter isdishwasher safe and is backed by alifetime warranty. Suggested Retail Price: $50
Rösle[tel] 302-326-4801[email] [email protected]
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IH+HS (cont. from page 1)Was it luck, or perhaps good strategy?When asked about Starfrit’s strategy goinginto the show, Coumbias explained, “Wewent in with the same strategy that wedeveloped at the introduction of our Starfritline: great value at a fair price. This beingsaid, the economic climate did make thisstrategy more relevant.”
Monika Schnacke, Frieling USA’s chiefexecutive officer, employed an interestingand, apparently successful strategy for theshow. “Our mindset was to simply passon the recession, and I am pleased to saythe response was fabulous,” explainedSchnacke. Her definition of passing on therecession was to bring some 160 newproducts to the show.
“Such a strong strategy was certainly abit unorthodox, especially in this climate,but we went into the show betterprepared than ever,” said Schnacke.“Retailers recognized that Frieling hassomething for everybody, at all price pointsand in various product categories.”
Frieling’s success at the IH+HS show bodeswell for other shows in 2009. Shecommented, “The success of the IHAShow prompted us to sign up for the SanFrancisco Gourmet Show in August.”
In the Electrics divison, Bill Booth, vicepresident, sales and marketing for ToastessInternational was also having a good show.Booth may have benefitted from the changein the line-up in the Lakeside exhibit hall.Some of the larger vendors in the electricscategory did not exhibit this year.
Regarding this change up, Boothcommented, “We had meetings with somepeople that we probably would not havemet with before, and we had more time tospend with people that we usually are infront of.”
About the show in general, Booth was clear.“There is no question that it was
worthwhile. We never evenconsidered not going to theshow. In a matter of dayswe were able to interfacewith many people. This isa major event for us,”Booth added.
Escali’s President andCEO, Theo Prins, echoedprevious comments, “Theshow was great for us.We fortunately had agood location.” Prinsagreed with others thatthe traffic felt like itwas down, but thosein attendance wereserious buyers.
Prins also had somecelebrity star-power drop
by the booth. Paula Deen stoppedand chatted with Prins. Deen is nostranger to Escali scales; she pickedthis brand of scale as one of her favoritekitchen items last year.
Chantal, the Texas-based cookware,bakeware and accessories manufacturer,embraced the new frugality of consumerswith a slight twist. Kristen Kauffman,SPM Communications, said, “WithChantal, we stayed on strategy. We arenot a budget line, but we are looking at‘elegant frugality’.” She added, “Youdon’t want to bring a paper platewrapped in foil to the neighbor’s pot luck;you want to bring an elegant, functionalitem like Chantal’s new Make & Take™collection.” Kauffman wants consumersto know that you can be frugal with style.
While these veterans of the show didwell, Leslie Haywood was also having apretty good show for a newcomer.Attending her first show as founder andpresident of Charmed Life Products,LLC, Haywood’s one word summary ofthe show was “fabulous!” Charmed LifeProducts produces dime-sized grillcharms, designed by Haywood, to beplaced in food before grilling. Whenasked about her strategy going intothe show, she said, “I just knew I neededto sell sell sell.” Haywood commented,“I was amazed at the connections andrelationships that are built at the show.I hired a whole fleet of sales reps andlearned where to go for my next ‘bigidea.’ Going is invaluable!”
New products reflect “burrowing” consumersLee Eiseman, the InternationalHousewares Association’s colorand trend expert, characterized thecurrent mood of the consumer as“burrowing.” During her remarks onconsumer trends to a ballroom packedwith show attendees on March 23, sheexplained that consumers are retrenchingdeeper into their homes and seeking oldfashioned comfort in response to an out-of-control world.
New products on display at the show aimedfor the heart of these comfort-seeking,burrowing consumers. With a back-to-basics theme, catch words such as value,frugal and environmentally responsiblewere heard throughout the show.
The value side of the equation appearedas manufacturers refined their good,better, best lines for distribution. Butmanufacturers also reached out toconsumers with new approaches tocomfort foods. Chicago Metallic had themeatball baker; Progressive Internationalintroduced the collapsible cupcake carrier;Toastess International reinvented theslow cooker with its new Multipot;and Heartland Bakeware showedoff the new ConvertibleAireGourmet™ cake pan.
In a seminar dedicated to thetop trends in 2010, TomMirabile, vice president globaltrend and design for LifetimeBrands told the audience,“The recession is a lifechanging event forconsumers.” Learning to livewithin our means hasproduced a new look atfrugality. “Consumers are canning, growingherbs, brown bagging and eating at home,”added Mirabile.
While consumers may be embracingthese activities, don’t forget Chantal’sfrugality-with-style approach mentionedabove. Todd Hannon, president of theHannon Group, is definitely out infront of the brown-bagging-with-styletrend. His Sachi insulated lunch bags wereintroduced at the tail end of last year.At the show, he previewed additionalstyles of chic lunch carriers. Hannonsaid, buyers liked the new styles, but“functionality was key, with a lot of interestin extra pockets.”
Another of Mirabile’s top trends focused onenvironmental accountability. Consumersare clear. He said, “They want you to haveecologically sound products without chargingmore.” He added that consumers willdemand the environmental accountabilitygoing forward, so manufacturers better figureout how to deliver the product withoutcharging a premium.
J.K. Adams exemplified this trend withtheir new Forestry Stewardship Council(FSC) certification. In 2008 the companywas certified under the chain of custodycertification program of the FSC. The FSC
is a worldwide program with the missionto ensure forestry practices areenvironmentally responsible, sociallyequitable and economically viable.
According to John Rodrigues,J.K. Adams’ vice-president,what was a 15 percentdifference in price points fortheir FSC certified productline versus their non certifiedproduct lines, dropped to fivepercent. This pricing drop
occurred as more of theiroriginal wood suppliers acquireFSC certifications.
Color is always a hot topicNo accounting of the IH+HS is completewithout reporting on the color forecastdeveloped by Lee Eiseman and hercolleagues. In her seminar “De-MystifyingFuture Forecasts,” Eiseman explained thatthe color forecast is as much about newcolor combinations as it is about the colorsthemselves. She said, “We are not re-inventing the color wheel, just workingwith new combinations.”
Particularly in this economy, mostconsumers are not bringing in a completelynew set of colors to their home. They arelooking for ways to freshen their look, notreplace it. Eiseman said, “Consumers areresenting thoughtless waste; sustainabilitywill continue to be a key feature.”
Eiseman presented Pantone’s® color forecastfor 2010 including eight palettes:Greenmarket, Resourceful, Transformations,Ambiance, Gatherings, Galaxy, HighDefinition and Pastiche. The colorcombinations for each palette can be foundon the Pantone Web site, www.pantone.com.
While Eiseman tries to steer the audienceaway from the idea that there is one “in”
color for housewares in any givenyear, she pointed out that Pantone®did select Mimosa Yellow as theircolor of the year. Yellow is ahopeful, inspirational color choice,noted Eiseman.
Yellow might be a great way to sum upthe 112th annual IH+HS. Retailers and
exhibitors were hopeful and inspired by theshow. Hopefully, a little green will find itsway into the pockets of both retailers andmanufacturers as consumers are lured intostores by fresh, value-oriented products.
The Hannon Group shows offnew versions of the SachiInsulated Lunch Bags.
Paula Deen visits with Theo Prins and Julian Bell at the Escali Booth.
Chantal used the Mimosa Yellow on their Bridge Teapot.
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CALIBOWL™ CERAMICSThe Calibowl™ features a patentpending lip around the top ofthe bowl which pushes food ontoyour utensil, avoiding any spillageand overflows. Whether you areusing a chip, a spoon, a chopstickor any other utensil, the Calibowl™not only prevents the contents fromspilling, but effortlessly guides thecontents back toward the utensilmaking eating, whipping, cooking,scooping and serving more fun andexciting. Lids are available for easytravel. The bowls are availablein four different sizes and funcontemporary colors.
Calibowl by SimpleWare LLC[tel] 866-968-8558[email] [email protected]
MSC INTERNATIONAL’S WAVY KNIFEMake waves at your dinner table ordinner party by serving fancy-cutfoods with the new Jo!e StainlessSteel Wavy Knife from MSCInternational. The Jo!e Wavy Knifecreates ridges in vegetables,such as cucumbers, carrots andzucchini, to dress up salads,vegetable trays and casseroles.It can also be used to makerippled potatoes and fruit, andcrinkled edges in homemadepasta or pastry. Jo!e’s knife design
features an ergonomic handlethat is easy to grip and keepsteady for your most delicateslicing tasks. The razor-sharpstainless steel blade will keep itsedge for years to come. WavyKnives are available in spring green,orange or blue.Suggested Retail Price: $6.99
MSC International[tel] 888-603-3023[fax] 514-745-3058[email] [email protected]
ZAK DESIGNS’ ECO LINE OF SERVEWAREWith the introduction of the Ecoline of serveware and kitchenprep products, Zak Designs showscommitment to create moreenvironmentally responsible products.Products in the Eco line are createdwith a patent-pending technologythat infuses durable melaminewith Rattan wood. This processtakes advantage of the renewableresource of Rattan to significantlyreduce the amount of raw materialsneeded to make the finished product.The combination of melamine andRattan forms a stylish texture and giveseach piece a signature look. From
the mixing bowls and batter bowl tothe high-sided tray and serve bowls,the Eco line gives consumers a way tobe stylish and environmentally friendly.
Zak Designs[tel] 800-331-1089[email] [email protected]
TOASTESS INTERNATIONAL’S MULTIPOTThe Toastess International MultipotSlow Cookers have the functionalcontrols located right where theybelong…on top. The smaller Multipotfootprint addresses the needs oftoday’s energy and space consciousconsumer. Size matters, especially withchanging demographic trends. BabyBoomers are downsizing their homes.Families are smaller and the growth ofcondos means limited counter andstorage space. People are more costconscious these days and are lookingfor ways to stretch the food budget.The Multipot offers a solution – acompact appliance that performsa variety of functions. Form thatelevates the design of slow cookers tothe next level. Seven models will beavailable for August shipping.Suggested Retail Price: $39.99-$99.99
Toastess International[tel] 514-685-2820[email] [email protected]
GRILL CHARMSGrill Charms™ are dime-sized solidstainless steel charms that are placedin your food before grilling. Theserrated stem holds the charmssecurely while flipping, moving andgrilling food. You place the charmsin the food prior to cooking todistinguish spices and flavors, steaktemperatures, or to alert health orallergy issues. When dinner comes offthe grill, simply look for the correctcharm and everyone knows whichone is theirs.
Charmed Life Products, LLC.[tel] 843-437-7079[email] [email protected]
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SPECIALTY (cont. from page 1)For 2009, Creative Kitchen has maintainedits optimistic path, said Skalicky, but inaddition to the challenging economy, “thereare many factors that play into that(decreased sales), not only the economybut weather has contributed to a lot ofthe low sales.
“...March with weather issues—snowstormsand now flooding,” she added, “has kept ussearching for new ways to reach ourcustomers and continue our positive year.”
Located in Fargo’s West Acres Mall,Creative Kitchen is owned by ClaudiaEnglish and Mark Sinner. The store houseshard goods such as cutlery, cookware, linens,gadgets, electrics, cookbooks and more.
Agreeing with Skalicky that specialtyretailers’ sales have decreased, RobertCoviello, founder of the Rochester, N.H.-based HTI Buying Group, said, “I thinkright now they (retailers) are basically flator a little bit down, depending on parts ofthe country. Some are doing better thanothers, but the general attitude is positive.
“They’re doing everything to keep retailfloors full and are being smiley withcustomers,” he added. “They’ll make itduring the recession, and probably mostagree that were looking at a 2010 recovery.”
Coviello, a housewares industry expert with25 years of experience, said one of thecommon problems that specialty retailershave in the industry “is the real need bymost to find a source of information onhow to successfully run and manage theirbusinesses, and in the technical sides of it,
meaning, watching their performance andeven how to buy effectively and correctly.”
Staying on top of product assortments andkeeping up informative product knowledgeare key to staying competitive in theindustry, said Coviello. “Right now, myrecommendation is to keep your store frontfull, increase your buying frequency,” hesaid. “The most important thing is thestore has to remain full, bright and cheery.”
Coviello also suggested that specialtyretailers should be marketing aggressively.He said, “In this (economic) environment,the last thing you want to do is to notreach out to your customers.”
Creative Kitchen uses different formsto market itself including print, HTIcatalog, television advertisements, banners,demonstrations and expo events, saidSkalicky. “We work very hard to marketCreative Kitchen, be competitive withprices, carry outstanding, unique products,train our associates and continually analyzehow we are doing,” she said, “we arealways learning.”
In addition to marketing, Creative Kitchenruns its inventory “very tight, always,”added Skalicky, “and it is based on wheresales are at or will be in the next month—companies are shipping very quick and forthe most part (the shipments are) prettycomplete which helps when estimatinginventory needs.”
Janis Johnson, president of the GourmetCatalog Buying Group in Dallas noted thatspecialty retailers are “challenged to remaincompetitive on price and product.
“They must differentiate themselves frombig boxes and chains,” she added. “Theymust carry products that are recognizedby brand, as well as products that appealto customers in their specific regionand community.”
Johnson also said that specialty retailers arelooking towards more frequent inventoryorders and are succeeding by “learningeverything there is to know about the productsthey sell and by conveying that informationto their staff and their customers.”
Just as Creative Kitchen markets itself,Johnson added retailers also take part in in-store promotions, cooking schools, productdemonstrations, community involvementand the willingness to lead the way withproducts new to the industry, in order tomaintain success as a specialty retailer.
The use of catalogs as a marketing tool, saidJohnson, has been used by smaller specialtyretail stores “as a thank you to the specialcustomers. Very personal, the catalogs areexcellent traffic builders.”
Johnson noted that attending industry shows isalso a great way to market as a specialty retailer.“Attending shows folds into marketing becausethere is no better way for a store owner tobecome energized than by attending a market,”she said. “They will see vendors, view both newand existing product and have a chance to sharethoughts with other specialty retailers.”
In agreement with Coviello that yes,specialty store sales reported are “flat, witha few showing declines from last year,”Johnson said the one thing that remainsconstant is that “most are very positive.
“How they are doing psychologically is afair question,” she added, “…They aresomewhat philosophical about business anddo expect an upturn.”
Specialty retail store owners range inexperience. Johnson said, “Many membersare older, experienced retailers and haveseen ups and downs over the years. Theyare prepared to weather the storm. Youngerretailers have a drive that helps themovercome the gloom and doom that’s beenspreading through every news channel.”
Fighting the current economic weatherwith competitive pricing on products,superior product knowledge, strategicmarketing and a smile, specialty retailerswill continue their strong push forward.
Specialty retailers “are the heart and thebackbone of commerce in this country,”said Johnson.
IH+HS POST SHOW WRAP-UP
“Right now, myrecommendation is tokeep your store front
full, increase yourbuying frequency. Themost important thing
is the store has toremain full, bright and
cheery.”
— Robert Coviello,Founder of the Rochester,
N.H.-based HTI Buying Group
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HEARTLAND BAKEWARE’S CAKE PANHeartland Bakeware’s new patentedConvertible AireGourmet™ cake panseparates after baking and the outerpan flips over to become the cover.The cover locks in place on both endswith stainless steel locks. The largedome cover is high enough toallow room for candles and cakedecorations. To bake or store, thecover can flip back underneath tonest under the interior baking pan.The cover has a raised edge andbars that frame the embossed“AireGourmet” logo.
The insulated cake pan helps cakesrise higher due to the increasedleavening time allowed by the airinsulation. Cakes are more moist.Low dry edges are eliminated. Thedouble layer pan also prevents over-browning. The 13" x 9" cake panseparates for easy cleaning and isdishwasher safe. The Salina, KSmanufacturer has a lifetime warrantyon all of their products.
Heartland Bakeware Company[tel] 866-456-0214[email] [email protected]
KITCHEN RESOURCE’S CLOER LINE OF APPLIANCESKitchen Resource presented anelegant display of new Cloerappliances at the InternationalHome + Housewares Show inMarch. The black and white series ofCloer appliances included a teamaker, water kettle, percolator andtoaster. Blenders, egg cookers,juice extractors, induction plates,electric woks and table grills are alsopart of the Cloer line. All Cloerappliances have a focus on design,functionality, ergonomics andintelligent features.
Kitchen Resource[tel] 800-692-6724[email] [email protected]
VIC FIRTH’S NEW MARIO BATALI MILLSVic Firth Gourmet added three newcolor options to its best-sellingMario Batali Signature Series salt andpepper mills: forest green, poppyand pink ribbon. The Mario Batalisignature models were designed incollaboration with Mario Batali –award-wining chef, cookbook authorand TV personality. In addition to thethree new colors, the Mario Batali 7"mills come in 10 other designer finishes:walnut stain, mahogany stain, cherry,black, cinnabar, cobalt, white,orange, pesto and chocolate finishes.As with all Vic Firth Gourmet mills,the Mario Batali mills feature thecompany’s patented “Lock & Grind”grinding system to ensure perfectconsistency in grinding fine, mediumor coarse every time you use the mill.Vic Firth Gourmet pepper mills, saltmills and rolling pins are made inMaine, USA, with a lifetime guarantee.Suggested Retail Price: $39.95-$44.95
Vic Firth Inc. [tel] 800-894-5970[email] [email protected]
AMCO HOUSEWORKS’ TOMATO SLICERAmco Houseworks’ Tomato Slicercreates uniform one-quarter inchslices. This slicer protects fingersas it produces the perfectly uniformslices. The Tomato Slicer can alsobe used to slice mozzarella cheesefor a Caprese Salad. The Tomatobed can accommodate tomatoesup to 3" in diameter. The bladesare made with extra-sharpstainless steel. The Tomato Slicerfits compactly together forconvenient storage.Suggested Retail Price: $19.95
Amco Houseworks[tel] [email protected]
WARING PROFESSIONAL CORDLESS WINE OPENERThe Waring Pro™ Professional CordlessWine Opener (model no. WO50)removes natural and synthetic corkswith ease, allowing consumers toeffortlessly open a bottle of wine inseconds. The rubberized handset isergonomically designed to provideconsumers with a comfortable gripwhile removing the cork. The productalso boasts a streamlined design;there are no levers or wingedattachments to manipulate, sonovices and sommeliers alike canopen a bottle of wine with one hand,without tugging on the corkscrew. Aremovable foil cutter, stored in thebase of the unit, saves time in openinga bottle of wine. Waring’s electricwine opener can remove up to 80
corks with a full charge. The productincludes a NiMH battery pack thatallows the wine opener to chargewhen not in use.Suggested Retail Price: $39.95
Waring[tel] 203-975-4609www.waringproducts.com
PROGRESSIVE’S COLLAPSIBLECUPCAKE & CAKE CARRIERProgressive international’s CollapsibleCupcake & Cake Carrier addressesthe storage problem with largecupcake carriers. The newCollapsible Cupcake & CakeCarrier holds up to 24 cupcakes, butcollapses to half its original size forstorage. The dome shape alsoaccommodates a round cake and
includes a cake platform with apatterned slicing guide. Thecupcake trays feature finger holes tomake removing a cupcake easier.Available June 2009.Suggested Retail Price: $29.99
Progressive International Corp.[tel] 800-426-7101[email] [email protected]
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WORKING THE SHOW: OUT AND ABOUT AT THE 2009 IH+HS
Bob Trinque talks with KNHR staff aboutthe industry in the Jascor Booth.
Jeff Wolfe from Chef Specialties shows off thenew Beer Bottle Pepper Mill, which can belaser-engraved with company logos.
Chris Malone discusses Emeril’s endorsementof Camerons Smoker Bags.
Frances Ro and Chris Wert took KNHR staffon a tour of their expanded and newlyredesigned Fissler booth.
Todd Hannon and his dad, Jim fend off the crowds trying toget a look at their new Sachi line of insulated lunch bags, as wellas other new lines at the Hannon Group’s booth.
Mark Meyer demonstrates thegourmet prep tools at the Jaccardbooth.
President Manny Gaunaurd poses with Chef George Duran, thelatest professional to join IMUSA’s Culinary All-Star team.
Kevin Kludac, creative director for Microthin, is the creativegenius behind the incredible selection of artwork available fortheir cutting boards.
Mark Adkison talks about sharpeningsystems at Smith’s Booth.
Anna Stewart and Kraigh Stewart, creators of the fusionbrandsproduct line, take a quick break at their booth to show us the newFood Pod.
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WORKING THE SHOW: OUT AND ABOUT AT THE 2009 IH+HS
Karen happily demonstrates one of the many new productsat the Starfrit booth. The company introduced the newStarfrit Gourmet line at the show along with several newcookware introductions.
Bob Stonhaus holds the Storvino winecrate which is a modular andtransportable wine storage system.
The new Mark McEwanby Fresco pepper mill lineat the Jascor booth hasa soft touch surface andtrend-right colors.
KitchenArt introduced several new kitchen prep tools at their bright booth.The purchase of KitchenArt by Fox Run made headlines at the show.
At the Mistral Imports booth,Erin Petit explained how theViveVino Preserve & Pour winepreserver worked.
Bruce Campbell pours wine for a demonstration ofPeugeot’s new wine-aging-potential tool.
Bill Booth, from Toastess International, entertains themother-daughter team of Mary Margaret Millerand Patricia Mulloy, owners of The Wire Whisk inAppleton, Wis.
Dan Koch wants retailers to knowabout the display tool that can showcustomers the versatility and power ofthe Vita-Mix Professional Series Mixer.
Ingerid Mohn, National Sales Manager,talked about the new products at thePillivuyt booth.
Kent Millecam demonstrates theSushezi for making sushi at theSanté booth.
Hard working Susan Jardina takes a moment from meetingswith the press on behalf of her PR clients to pose withNational Sales Manager Brian Hayes at the Lamson booth.
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t o m a r k e tHTI Buying Group Presents Seminar at 2009 Gourmet Housewares ShowWhite Plains, NY — On Friday, August 7,HTI Buying Group will present afull day intensive seminar for retailersattending the 2009 Gourmet HousewaresShow® in San Francisco. Entitled,“The Philosophy, the Art, the Scienceof Buying that Puts Profits on theBottom Line,” the session will be led byindustry veteran and HTI Buying Groupfounder, Bob Coviello.
From 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at theMoscone Center, Coviello will workwith some 50 retailers (members ofthe HTI Buying Group and otherattendees alike) in a day full of dis-cussions about product selection, pricing,product mix, negotiations and vendor
relations. According to Coviello, thecorner stone of retail success is rootedin strategic buying skills. During thisseminar, attendees will learn how toenhance buying skills to improveperformance per square foot and,ultimately, increase the bottom line oftheir retail operation.
Penny Sikalis, vice president and showmanager of the Gourmet HousewaresShow is excited about the partnership andsaid, “Bob is a sought-after consultant andeducator in the kitchenware industry, andhas a proven record of providingindependents with the tools necessaryto reach new levels of success. We’revery pleased to be hosting the HTI
Buying Group’s program, while addingto the overall attendance and businessprospects at the show.”
Coviello added, “It ’s great thatthe Gourmet Housewares Show isco-sponsoring our annual summer event,as it ’s the perfect environment andtiming for independent retailers to getan extra dose of attention within thefriendly atmosphere that the show is knownfor. It’s an added plus to be back in thegreat city of San Francisco.”
The entire program, comprised oflecture and interactive learning as wellas a CD and workbook of the seminar, isopen to independent retailers at a cost of$120 per person. The fee also includes abeverage break, buffet lunch andtransportation to the HTI Buying GroupReception from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Toregister, visit www.htibuyinggroup.com.
Gourmet Housewares Online Catalog Gallery Goes LiveWhite Plains, NY — The GourmetHousewares Show announced theactivation of the Online CatalogGallery - a visual product finder - with10 catalogs already posted andsome 50 more anticipated. Chartercompanies include Breville, Nespresso,Nordic Ware, Scanpan Cookwareand more.
The Online Catalog Gallery, poweredby Whereoware’s Active Merchandisertechnology, allows tradeshow attendeesto browse exhibitor catalogs or
brochures, at the product level by simplyclicking the “Online Catalog Gallery”button at www.thegourmetshow.com.Fully integrated with lead generationand reporting, the technology enablesconnections and appointments tobe easily made before, during andafter the Gourmet Housewares Show.
The Online Catalog Gallery extends thelife of the tradeshow experience,streamlines the product sourcing processand creates efficiencies for bothexhibitors and attendees.
Penny Sikalis, vice president andshow manager of the GourmetHousewares Show stated, “The OnlineCatalog Gallery afforded GourmetHousewares Show exhibitors 24/7visibility of products to a vastaudience, augmenting their return oninvestment, while also providing aneffective online planning and sourcingtool for attendees.”
Additional programming and otherupdates can be found on the company’sWeb site, www.thegourmetshow.com.
Holiday & Home Expo® Set for June 24-30Dallas, TX — Holiday & Home Expo,a tradeshow devoted exclusively topermanent floral, seasonal décor and relateddecorative accessories, is set for June 24-30at Dallas Market Center. Christmas &Floral FINDS, the temporary exhibition,will be open June 26-29. Holiday &Home Expo will run in conjunctionwith the Dallas Total Home & GiftMarket, June 24-30.
Exhibitors will feature thousands of newspring holiday and Christmas productsincluding flowers, dried and preservedflowers and foliage, trees, containers andbaskets, ribbon, floral supplies, weddingdecorations, pre-made arrangements,display products, garden décor, homeaccents, party decorations, packaging andgift wrap and accent furniture.
The show, owned and produced byDallas Market Center and endorsed by theAmerican Floral Industry Association(AFIA), includes permanent showroomsin the International Floral & GiftCenter® (IFGC) and adjoining WorldTrade Center and Trade Mart as well astemporary exhibits in the Expo areaadjacent to the IFGC.
Home for the Holidays is an exhibitfeaturing a 4,200-square-foot home in TheGrand Pavilion at the Trade Market. Thehome features nine rooms fully furnishedand decorated for Christmas with productsfrom Holiday & Home Expo exhibitorsand other showrooms.
New for June is a 14-foot corridorconnecting the second floor of the WorldTrade Center with the IFGC, providingbuyers a seamless shopping experiencebetween the two buildings.
The show will be held in conjunction withthe Dallas Total Home & Gift Market( June 24-30) with multiple markets heldsimultaneously so that buyers may selectfrom a wide range of product categories:Dallas Holiday & Home Expo ( June 24-30), Dallas International Lighting Market( June 25-28) and FINDS Dallas TempShow ( June 26-29). The Total Home &Gift Market will offer more than 25,000lines of products.
Showrooms will be open 8:30 a.m. to6 p.m., with participating showroomsoffering extended hours until 8 p.m.on Friday. Visit www.dallasmarketcenter.com for the most up-to-date special eventsand market information. Attendees maycontact the Dallas Market Center in-housetravel agency, Market Travel®, forsubstantial travel and hotel discounts bycalling 800-DAL-MKTS.
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2 0 0 9 T R A D E S H O W C A L E N D A RMAY 2009
16-19 International Contemporary Furniture Fair,Jacob K. Javits Convention Center,
New York, NY, 800-272-SHOW,www.icff.com
JUNE 20092-4 Licensing International Expo,Mandalay Bay Convention Center,
Las Vegas, NV, 212-951-6612,www.licensingexpo.com
15-17 NEOCON World’s Trade Fair,The Merchandise Mart,
Chicago, IL, 800-677-MART,www.merchandisemart.com
24-30 Dallas Total Home & Gift MarketDallas Market Center,
Dallas, TX, 800-DAL-MKTS,www.dallasmarketcenter.com
JULY 20093-7 Tendence Lifestyle, Collection 2009
Frankfurt Fair & Exhibition Center,Frankfurt, Germany, 770-984-8016,
www.messefrankfurt.com
7-15 Atlanta International Gift & HomeFurnishings Market,
AmericasMart Atlanta,Atlanta, GA, 800-ATL-MART,
www.americasmart.com
17-20 California Gift Show,Los Angeles Convention Center,Los Angeles, CA, 213-362-5640,
www.californiagiftshow.com
19-22 Philadelphia Gift ShowGreater Philadelphia Expo Center,
Oaks, PA, 678-285-3976,www.www.urban-expo.com
All U Can Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Dydacomp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Ergo Chef . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Hannon Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Harold Import Company . . . . . . 5
Highwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Kitchen Resource . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
KitchenArt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Koller Craft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Linden Sweden . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Microthin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Mistral Imports . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
MÜkitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Out of the Woods of Oregon . . 14
Parrish’s Cake Dec. . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Picnic Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Pillivuyt USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Prodyne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
PSP USA-Peugeot . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Santé Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
SCI Scandicrafts . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Sodastream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Starfrit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Swissmar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Toastess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Tribest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Vic Firth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Zak Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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