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Alessi Anna G Cheese Grater: Love It or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:30:00 -0800

Italy's Alessi has a thing for anthropomorphic kitchen tools, such as this Anna G Cheese Grater ($97).

The brightly colored tool lets you shred your parmesan with the likes of a little girl in an orange dress. But is it too precious?

Alien Citrus Squeezer: Love It Or Hate It?

partysugar — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 01:42:11 -0700

Last week, when I was looking for citrus juicers to feature in the ultimate home bar, I stumbled across this little reamer that resembles an alien. I can't decide what I think of it. It seems functional: the bottom is a suction and the top is the juicer, but when I look at the alien face I wonder, cute or weird?? And is it just me or does it resemble a stereotypical portrayal of an early 20th century rice field working "Chinaman"? Created by the Italian design firm Alessi, this citrus juicer is a little too expensive at $39.00. For that much you could almost buy an electric juicer! What do you think: Is it adorable or freaky? Alien citrus squeezer: love it or hate it?

The Chin Family Table Set: Love It Or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 08 May 2007 02:58:19 -0700

Everyone, I'd like to introduce you to the Chin Family. Designed by Stefano Giovannoni as a collaboration for the National Palace Museum of Taiwan and Alessi (the Italy-based design company), the Chin family is definitely a bit of whimsy for your tabletop. A five piece set includes (from left to right), Mr. & Mrs. Chin Salt & Pepper Set, Mr. Chin Kitchen Timer, Mr. Chin Egg Cup, King Chin Grinder and Queen Chin Grinder. Oh and each piece is sold separately ($26-$60) and is available in several different colors. There's something about these guys that are just too darn cute to pass on, but at the same time, I think they're just too much. How about you, what do you think of the Chin family?

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: Whimsical Kitchen Finds

YumSugar — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 11:43:17 -0800

Today's gift guide is all about the kitchen. Spruce his/hers up with one of these fun finds.

The folks at Alessi always come up with the niftiest products. This time they've created a glamorous way to serve up ice cream. The Big Love Ice Cream Bowl has a stainless center (which will help keep the ice cream cold longer) and a transparent fuchsia base. It also comes complete with a heart shaped spoon (which you can actually buy separately in a set of 6 for $36 or individually for $9).

The next item is something I actually put in the Yum Market a few months ago. However the Heart Tea Kettle is so appropriate for the season that I had to dig it back out and share it with you now. For $19.99 you can show your love with every cup of tea.

Two more Valentine's Day finds, so read more

This adorable, shiny Red Bread Bin will add a burst of cheer to anyone's kitchen counter. It will look wonderfully festive for Valentine's Day, but it will also look great year round.

Looking for something whimsical to brighten his/her day? How about this Heart Bended Spoon. Although it is meant to be bought in bulk (for wedding favors, etc.), you can purchase one for $2.99. The unique bending characteristic will allow you to easily rest the spoon in a cup or a bowl.