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WMF Miami 24 Piece Cutlery Set

The Miami cutlery set is simplicity at its finest with a functional yet stylish design. Miami appears sleek with its slim clear contours and polished finish providing cutlery pieces which are appealing at first glance. Plainly shaped and without the need of surplus decoration, Miami is neutral in design and will compliment almost any porcelain or table decoration, perfect for everyday use.

Each cutlery piece is made from the highest quality of 18/10 stainless steel which makes Miami a hardwearing product with an immaculate polished finish.
Miami is dishwasher safe and as all WMF products, comes with a guarantee against manufacturing and material defect. Completed with a high quality gift box, WMF provide a product ideal for a gift.

Gift Boxed WMF Miami

As a brand WMF is known for its versatile stylish range of products and reliability in quality and finish. For over 150 years, WMF has been making cooking, dining and drinking a real experience whilst maintaining professional standards and progressing manufacturing technologies. Providing high quality products in a variety of different styles and designs to meet each individual taste, WMF have always offered cutting edge designs from Art Nouveau and Art Deco right up to today’s contemporary contours and designs.

WMF pioneered the manufacture of silver plate and 18/10 stainless steel in the early part of the 20th century, both of which went onto to become industry standards. WMF continue to advance and progress further to ensure products are trend setting in design and leading in technology. Being a manufacturer of metal ware products since 1853, many of WMF’s earlier products are seen regularly on Antiques programmes, as there are many collectors world-wide.

Renowned for its high-quality products, WMF is an international brand and has many subsidiaries world-wide. Globally WMF have many shops trading alongside high street retailers whilst many concessions in major department stores sell WMF products.

WMF provide an extensive range of products, unique yet stylish in design. Well-known designers from all over the world are in constant search of innovative ideas for us, whilst our product development keeps track of the customs of different cultures world-wide. This enables us to detect trends and to develop designs which break away from usual precipitations. Numerous international design awards prove our success. Each product is made from the highest quality of Cromargan which is WMF’s trade mark for 18/10 stainless steel. This therefore ensures reliability, strength and durability. WMF strive to develop products which inspire and make cooking, dinning and drinking an event.

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Rather than hiding away your Tea, Coffee and more in the cupboards why not get a set of canisters to store them in. Not only functional and air tight they also will add a great finishing touch to the look of your kitchen. The only problem you’ll have is deciding which set to buy. Here are a few of the options available.

Typhoon Vintage Kitchen Cream Canisters

Inspired by the kitchens of the 1930’s, 40’s and 50’s, Typhoon has designed and developed a fabulous range of quality enamelled Kitchenware in a delicate soft cream.  These canisters have an airtight seal and are made of a strong metal.  Click here to buy Typhoon Vintage Kitchen Cream Canisters

Big Tomato Tea Storage

Big Tomato have created a range of quirky sayings on creamware such as “not for all the tea in china” or “use your loaf”.  The range includes storage jars, mugs, butter dishes and more.  It would make the perfect witty gift for a friend.  Click here to shop at John Lewis

John Lewis Acrylic Storage Canisters, Clear

These acrylic storage canisters have metal clip fastenings to keep them completely airtight.  These simple canisters will preserve the life of your food and as they’re clear you can see the food instantly, if you like spices or chutneys this could give a range of bright colours along your kitchen counters.  Click here to shop at John Lewis

Emma Ball Farmyard Designer Canisters

These cute farmyard canisters have been designed by Emma Ball from a range which also includes biscuit barrels and storage tins.  Emma graduated from Nottingham Trent University with a degree in Graphic design.  She specailises in watercolours.  Click here to see more of her designs and buy.

Pantone Canisters

Pantone colours are the latest kitchen craze.  This bold range includes canisters, mugs, tea towels, salt and pepper shakers.  Click here to see more and to buy.

This year Denby are celebrating their 200th birthday.  In 1809 production of salt glazed pottery begun using clay from a local seam discovered in 1806.  In the late 1800′s Denby diversified into more Kitchenwares and the richly coloured glazes which are now their trademark.  Today Denby is still a major producer of quality pottery focusing on Dining ranges.

These are a few of their most popular sets available today.

Denby Imperial Blue 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Set

Denby Imperial Blue has vibrant blues and crisp whites making the perfect combination. A modern classic, both bold and confident, if you want to make a statement then Imperial Blue is the tableware for you.  Click here for more information and to buy

Jet Black 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Set

the Jet collection combines matt and gloss finishes for a contemporary look with timeless appeal. Whether serving coffee or hosting a dinner party, Denby Jet adds eye catching style. Click here for more information and to buy

Denby Caramel Stripes 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Dining Set

The Caramal Stripes range is good enough to eat, Caramel by Denby is the ultimate feel-good range, available in a selection of drinking, eating, serving and cooking pieces. Add a dash of Caramel Stripes to create an appetising look for any dining table.  Click here for more information and to buy

If you want to find out more about Denby the book Denby Pottery 1809 – 1997 is a great resource to discover the history of the company and more about the ranges.  Click here for more information and to buy.

Denby Pottery 1809-1997: Dynasties and Designers

The Ciroa Umbra Collection is a beautifully designed tableware set, featuring a floral design.  It is the latest set by award winning Australian designer Alex Liddy.

Ciroa Umbra Stoneware 16 Piece Dinner Set, Gift Boxed

This tasteful stoneware collection mixes colours to create a coordinated tableware collection, accented by feature floral designs. The 16 piece dinnerset is an ideal starting point for any home, whether you are making a new home or refreshing your dinnerware collection. The range is Microwave, dishwasher and oven safe. To create a full dining experience the Umbra also offers a Charger plate and salad bowl.

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There’s always time in the day to sit back with a cup of coffee or tea.  Maybe over some cake with friends, whether it’s to catch up or for a meeting, make it special with these Mary Lou coffee cups.  These cups have been designed by Alison Appleton and have featured in BBC Good Home Magazine.  There are a range of options available which include some stunning gift packs.  So whether its for you or a gift make someone’s coffee break special.

Mary Lou Brown Espresso Cup & Saucer 4 x set

This stunning brown floral design will capture the imagination and add distinction to your dinner table.  This gift box contains 4 espresso cups and 4 saucers.  Click here for more details and to buy.

Mary Lou Brown Cappuccino set

If however you prefer a cappuccino rather than an espresso, there is also a cappuccino 2 cup set available.  Click here for more information and to buy.

Mary Lou Brown Latte Mug

If like myself you prefer a Latte, there is also a 2 mug latte set available.  Click here for more information and to buy.

All the Mary Lou cups and mugs are made to La Cafetière’s high standards and there are several Mary Lou ranges available.  Click here to see them all.

Thermos Everyday 430 Travel Mug 0.45L

A Thermos Travel Mug is brilliant for those busy mornings.  Make yourself a Mug of Tea, Coffee or Chocolate and enjoy it on your way to work, on the train or on foot!

Keeps drinks hot for up to 2 hours, fits most car cup holders.

Stainless Steel vacuum insulation virtually eliminates temperature change by creating an airless vacuum space between two stainless steel walls. The result is an insulation layer that performs better than any other. A superior insulated container you can depend on to keep your beverages hotter, or colder.

Thermos is the leading manufacturer worldwide of insulated food and beverage containers, for over 100 years consumers have trusted Thermos brand products. Thermos leads the industry in new product development, its known for its expertise in insulation. Thermos products are produced in socially compliant factories and undergo rigorous quality inspections to ensure product meets or exceeds material and performance standards.

De’Longhi has been a high profile Italian brand for more than 100 years, providing high quality, efficient, innovative and stylish products. Instantly recognisable, De’Longhi possesses a unique design quality that, when combined with De’Longhi’s technical expertise, creates products that truly stand alone.

De'Longhi Icona KBO3001.B Jug Kettle

Their new Icona Range is no exception to this.  The Icona Range comprises of Jug Kettles and toasters in a range of stunning colours.

The Kettle - The Kettle is a 3KW cordless kettle with a 1.7 litre capacity.  The Element is concealed allowing easy cleaning and rapid boiling, for when you can’t wait for a cup of tea.  Click here to shop the De’longhi  Icona Range

De'Longhi Icona CTO4003.R Toaster

The toaster has a retro design in the same colours as the Kettle.  Although a 4 slice toaster the slots can be operated in twos either to save energy or to brown the toast to different degrees.  It has all the features you would expect to find on a toaster – Reheat, Hi Rise and frozen.  It also has a slide out crumb tray for easy cleaning.  Click here to shop the Delonghi Icona Range

WMF Seattle Boxed Cutlery Set, 12 Place Settings

Seattle is a unique cutlery set consisting of 12 place settings of all the pieces you use everyday. 12 Dinner Knives 23.5 cm, 12 Dinner Forks 20.6cm, 12 Dinner Spoons 20.7cm, 12 Cake Forks 15.7cm and 12 Teaspoons 13.2cm. This cutlery set comes in a high quality gift box making it an ideal present, it is completely dishwasher safe and comes with a WMF guarantee against manufacturing and material defect. This versatile and stylish tableware from WMF will look great and work for years entertaining guests in your dining room, but because it has 12 of each of the pieces you use everyday gives this second option for your family. It will meet all the demands made of it in today’s busy family world.

This beautifully crafted cutlery set from WMF has a brilliant shine finish from their trade mark 18/10 stainless steel Cromargan®. Patented in 1927 it is of the highest quality and is integral to all WMF products which are recognised and sold world wide. Cromargan from WMF has 18% chrome for shine and 10% nickel for lustre and strength, the nickel also helps prevent rust and scratches, this means it will look great for a long time while working hard. All knives however have to be stronger than nickel allows to offer optimum cutting ability, so for this reason nickel is replaced (in the knives only) with molybdenum to make sure they meet the expectations of today’s consumers. The knife in this set is manufactured in this way in one piece which means that because of it’s different composition it will be heavier than the fork when both are held at the same time.

WMF has been a manufacturer since 1853, many of it’s early products can be seen regularly on Antiques programmes, they have many collectors around the world. WMF pioneered the manufacture of silver plate and 18/10 stainless steel in the early part of the 20th century both of which went onto to become industry standards. It has always offered cutting edge designs from Art Nouveau and Art Deco right up to today’s challenging requirements of premium quality and longevity at affordable prices. WMF are based in Germany where they have manufacturing, warehousing and administration facilities; they also have manufacturing facilities across Europe and in the far east which means they remain competitive whilst maintaining their reputation for quality.

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A potato masher is a necessity in most houses, mashed potatoes is such a versatile dish as it can be served with so many other foods, but the potato masher can be a quick purchase which isn’t thought about.  What type of masher do you prefer?  Did you realise there were so many on the market?

Meyer Anolon Advanced Stainless Steel Masher

This is the classic potato masher, the pictured one designed by Meyer in a strong 3 ply stainless steel and with a non slip handle.  Click here for more details and to buy

Kitchen Craft Stainless Steel Potato Ricer

A potato ricer works much like an oversized garlic press.  You put the potatoes inside and squeeze on the handles producing a consistent mash.  The potato ricer could also be used as a Juice press.  Click here for more information and to buy

OXO Good Grips Smooth Potato Masher

Many people will feel the OXO Good Grips Potato masher is a step up from the first masher in this article.  It has a comfortable handle and the design allow you to give more leverage making mashing easier for those with weaker hands.  Click for more information and to buy

Spudnik Potato Masher

This potato masher is called the Spudnik!  Rather than mashing up and down it rolls around the bowl.  One Amazon reviewer says “I’ve had expensive stainless steel mashers before and none of them works like this one. You don’t mash up and down, but roll it around the pan – the legs sort of chop up the potatoes. Its quite effortless and after a few minutes you have mashed potatoes – great! its so unusual I leave it out as a talking point“  Click here for more information and to buy

AnySharp make the bold claim that this is the World’s Best Knife Sharpener.

AnySharp The World's Best Knife Sharpener

Whether you’re slicing meat, cutting fabrics, or mowing the lawn, you’ll want your blades to be at their sharpest. Regular use of even the highest quality blades will dull their edge, resulting in a loss of accuracy or the need for more effort when cutting.

The AnySharp Knife Sharpener uses new, patented knife sharpener technology, making it superior to any knife sharpening steel or stone. Unlike other knife sharpeners, AnySharp is totally safe to use, because your hands are always away from the blade.

The PowerGrip suction cup means you can attach the AnySharp Knife Sharpener to almost any surface, horizontal or vertical, without the need for tools. And since it is so small and light, it can be easily tidied away in a drawer, cupboard, or tool box when not needed.

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Heres a Youtube clip showing how the AnySharp Knife Sharpener works.

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