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6 days ago
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34 Kitchen Upgrades You Wont Regret Adding To Your Cart
A stunning oil dispenser set that'll instantly make your kitchen look more put together. You'll get two glass bottles with mess-free weighted pour spots (they open when you tilt them!), a chic bamboo tray to keep everything looking ✨aesthetic,✨ a silicone funnel for easy refills, and a bunch of waterproof labels so you can customize them with with olive oil, vinegar, or whatever liquid gold you're cooking with. Stick-on lights to make your kitchen look like you hired an expensive contractor to do your lighting — when really, you just peeled, stuck, and plugged this in. It comes with a remote so you can dim the lights, set timers, and channel your inner vibe curator from across the room. It's bright when you need it, cozy when you don't, and honestly? Way chicer than that one sad overhead light you've been tolerating. A combo air fryer and oven that'll have you cooking like you've got your own Food Network show. This machine can do a lot, including: air fry, toast, bake, defrost, reheat, cook frozen food, *and* keep things warm — all without heating up your entire kitchen. It uses AdaptIQ technology to cook quickly, and the roomy basket is big enough to feed the whole crew (or just you, with plenty of leftovers). Oh, and the basket and crisper plate are dishwasher safe, too! Cabinet pulls if your old handles are starting to look like an eyesore, and you want an easy upgrade. The chic finishes will surely add a luxurious look to your kitchen — and in the words of Ina Garten, "How fabulous is that?" A set of glass storage canisters so your pantry looks like it belongs in a Pinterest dream home. These crystal-clear jars come with bamboo lids and airtight silicone seals to keep your snacks fresh and your kitchen looking ~put together~. Use them for pasta, cereal, coffee, or that one bag of chia seeds you swore you'd use — either way, they'll have your shelves looking so organized you'll be tempted to post a #pantrygoals story. And some spice and pantry labels for that aesthetic set of containers you always see online, but never justify buying — until now. 🤭 Just slap these on to those jars to transform your copious amounts of spices in mismatched containers. Your cabinet will feel *so* much more organized. A sliding tray so you can store your most-used appliance underneath your cabinet, but *also* easily reach it when it's time to use it. Hello space saver! It can hold up to 30 pounds, so you won't have to deadlift a heavy appliance ever again. A kitchen island cart if you feel like you have no counter space, especially when it comes to prepping your delicious meals. This will allow you to slice and dice with plenty of elbow room *and* it can even be wheeled away when it's not in use, which is perfect for shoebox kitchens. FYI, it also has locking wheels, drawer space, cabinet storage, and a removable towel rack! A mounted stemware holder for your fancy glassware — because even if you're not sipping from it daily, you may as well show it off like décor. It'll help turn your kitchen cabinets from a chaotic mix of wineglasses, mugs, and marinara sauce-stained Tupperware into an organized storage space with one less thing to cram inside. An adjustable kitchen drawer organizer so your one drawer with every single kitchen tool and gadget known to mankind gets a little more organized (or a lot). Instead of digging for your can opener, you'll be able to spot it much more quickly when it has a home in this. It's not an upgrade your guests will see, but you'll definitely notice it when it comes time to get cookin'. Faux-marble adhesive if you dream of having Italian marble countertops, but those are simply not in the price range (felt that). This can transform kitchen countertops from drab to fab without spending a lot. And say you get bored with it? The *zero* damage adhesive makes it easy to remove! A revolving spice rack set that can go right on your countertop because of how sleek and cool it looks. It'll help you stay more organized and make sure every meal has the *perfect* amount of seasoning. Or a very nifty hidden spice shelf attachment if you prefer to keep your kitchen countertop free of anything on it. Simply slide it onto a nearby shelf so you can easily access your spices while you cook. A three-tiered shelf reviewers use to hold their cooking oils, coffee station items, snacks, and *much* more — it's basically the perfect place for your everyday kitchen essentials. This'll help you make the most of every single inch of your kitchen without it taking away all of your counterspace, and that's a major win. A mold-, heat-, and moisture-resistant faux-gel tile backsplash to help make your kitchen look freshly updated and redone without spending a boatload of money. This will make you feel like you just got a kitchen remodel, but with just a simple peel-and-stick. Or some peel-and-stick wallpaper if your vibe is "I only like to summer in the South of France" and you want your kitchen to reflect that, too. Use it to up your backsplash or pantry aesthetic because it is seriously stunning. An odor-neutralizing trash can so you don't want to hurl the next time you lift open the lid. It probably looks like the one you have right now, but does yours neutralize the rotting food from last night's dinner? Didn't think so... A decorative bowl that's not only beautiful, but useful, too. It can hold all of your fresh produce and is the perfect way to add a little decor without overdoing it. BuzzFeed's Goodful all-in-one pan aka the Swiss Army knife of your kitchen — but way cuter. This multitasking wonder sautés, simmers, sears, stews, and even braises like it's NBD. It's made with cast aluminum (read: lightweight but sturdy), has a nontoxic nonstick coating that makes cleanup ridiculously easy, and is roomy enough to cook for the whole squad. Bonus: it looks so good, you won't even mind leaving it out on the stove. Cabinet paint that comes with everything you need — paint, tools, and step-by-step instructions — to transform your tired cabinets into a sleek, satin-finish dream without sanding, priming, or stressing out. It's also low-VOC and water-based, so your kitchen won't smell like a chemical plant. A slim magnetic stove shelf when counter space is non-existent, but you still need a place for your go-to seasonings, oils, and other cooking essentials. This simply attaches to the top of your stove (with no installation required), so you can free up precious real estate in your cabinets. And a magnetic strip that's a major glow-up from that chunky knife block. This sleek bar mounts to your wall or fridge and keeps your knives organized, easy to grab, and on full display like the sharp little icons they are. A wall-mount pot and pan rack to free up cabinet space for anything that's spilling out onto your counters. Think: cottagecore meets Top Chef vibes — and suddenly your space is practically begging to host a dinner party. An anti-fatigue floor mat that'll make the act of cooking and then cleaning up your mess a lot less of a chore — 'cause who likes standing on sore feet? Reviewers say it provides excellent cushioning and helps with leg fatigue, and you absolutely need that when cleaning after eating. A sleek knife and utensil holder which fits up to 12 knives (plus a slot for your scissors!), while the matching utensil one can handle all your go-to cooking utensils — think whisks, spatulas, tongs, and the one wooden spoon you swear makes food taste better. The rubber anti-skid tabs on the detachable base keep things from sliding around, and the built-in drain hole helps prevent mold and gunk from building up. An adhesive wall-mounted paper towel holder that'll be so cute as it ~sneakily~ frees up some counterspace. Just stick it under your cabinet or shelf, pop in a roll, and now you've got instant organization without drilling a single hole. It even has a little ledge on top for storing spices, mugs, or your phone while you cook. A slide-out organizer to make your kitchen cabinets feel like they just got a 5-star upgrade. No more digging through the dark depths of your lower shelves like you're on a search and rescue mission — this sleek, chrome-finished rack glides out smoothly (yes, it's giving luxury). It holds cutting boards, sheet pans, and more without bending. It's the kind of organization that makes you want to open your cabinet just to admire how good it looks. A baker's rack, an industrial-chic shelving unit that gives you three sturdy shelves (which hold up to 150 pounds!) to store your microwave, air fryer, cookbooks, or all the random mugs you keep collecting — plus S-hooks on the side for hanging utensils or dish towels like a total pro. It's compact enough to fit into any awkward space that could use a little something something, so it really is the secret sauce to make your kitchen even more organized. A set of easy-to-clean silicone stove-counter gap covers, because there's space between your counter and stove, and you want that transition to be *seamless* — I feel you. Not only will it connect your appliance with the rest of your kitchen, but it will also prevent any crumbs or other gross stuff from building up in those DEEP abysses. Some stainless-steel mixing bowls that can actually nest inside each other to save space. They come with non-slip bottoms (!!) so they don't slide around mid-whisk and have airtight lids so you can mix, store, and stack without switching containers. Oh, and the biggest one even has grater attachments that pop right into the lid — aka less mess, less cleanup, and more chef energy. It's giving "organized adult," even if you're still eating cereal for dinner (me). A countertop paint kit to make your laminate counters look like a million bucks — for less than what you probably spent on your last Target run. This DIY kit is basically a granite glow-up in a box: you sponge on layers of stone-inspired paint (in shades like White Diamond, Slate, or Chocolate Brown), seal it with the included topcoat, and boom — your kitchen suddenly looks custom. It'll transform your counters in a weekend, and even though it technically isn't real granite, people who visit won't notice! A macrame fruit hammock if you want to use your limited counter space for your cutting boards, toaster, and coffee machine instead of a big ol' bowl. Your fruit can just hang out under your cabinet — look how cute it is! A light conversion kit to turn your basic can light into a whole chandelier moment — no electrician, drywall dust, or home reno spiral required. Just unscrew your old bulb, pop in this converter kit, and suddenly you've got the power to hang a pendant light or mini chandelier like the interior design icon you are. It supports up to 50 pounds (so yes, that dramatic fixture is fair game), and the decorative medallion gives it a polished, "I totally hired a pro" finish. A sink caddy so your sponges no longer live in a soggy puddle. It has a removable drip tray with a pour spout, non-slip feet so it actually stays put, and compartments to keep your brushes, scrubbers, and dish wands from turning into a cluttered mess. Basically, it's the clean sink vibe you've been manifesting.
Vogue
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Vogue's Guide to East Hampton, America's Most Luxurious Beach Town
East Hampton is arguably the most famous—and inarguably the most luxurious—beach town in America. It's where a Gucci sits on Main Street while beach fires with s'mores happen every evening on Sag Main Beach; where gray shingled homes belonging to Ina Garten and Robert Downey Jr. co-exist with famous artist studios; and where the best place to grocery shop is always the farm stand. Below, Vogue's guide to East Hampton. Where to Stay EAST HAMPTON, NEW YORK - MAY 16: Sarah and Andrew Wetenhall with East Hampton Mayor Jerry Larsen, Carrie Doyle, and Marcos Balderone at the Official Ribbon Cutting of The Hedges Inn May 16, 2025 in East Hampton, NY. (Photo by Gregfor Sanders) Photo: Greg Kessler The owners of The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach have refreshed The Hedges Inn, a beloved landmark right on the cusp of East Hampton town. While a full renovation will come later next year, already they have instituted a full service concierge, a beach butler buggy that comes stocked with chairs, towels, and coolers, and added a buzzy new restaurant. (More on that later). 'The decor, courtesy of Unionworks designer Poonam Khanna, was largely inspired by the natural Hamptons landscape: earthy hues of sand, green, blue, and peach. The guest rooms are marked by plush beds made with Frette Linens and clawfoot tubs in the bathroom; cottages boast quaint living areas and private gardens. Tata Harper skincare fills the gift shop, alongside a selection of Giulivia Heritage pieces,' Vogue editor Leah Faye Cooper wrote in her first hand account of staying at The Maidstone, which last summer, was glamorously revamped by LDV Hospitality group. Plus, its in-town location means guests are walkable to the town's famous restaurants and shops. EHP is spread across five waterfront acres on Three Mile Harbor, the north of the highway marina where Hamptonites regularly dock their boats—or yachts. You don't need either to stay in one of their light and airy cottages, which feel more like quaint homes than hotel rooms. They also have plenty of amenities: there's a swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, as well as bikes, kayaks, and paddle-boards. A gift shop, meanwhile, carries beachy homewares and designer dresses. Si Si, their restaurant, is the perfect place to catch the sunset while drinking rosé. This year, buzzy French-Indonesian restaurant Wayan is also popping up on the hotel grounds. Where to Eat Sant Ambroeus in East Hampton. Photo: Courtesy of Sant Ambroeus Spend your afternoon shopping on Main and Newton Streets then have a leisurely, spritz-filled lunch at Sant Ambroeus, the Milanese café that also has locations in New York and Aspen. We're partial to their penne arrabbiata, branzino, or chicchirichi panini, but you can't go wrong with anything on their menu. It's also open for breakfast. Inside The Hedges Inn is Swifty's, a reincarnation of Upper East Side restaurant that served a dedicated and well-heeled group of uptown New Yorkers until it closed in 2016. (Its owner, Robert Caravaggi, was also maître d' of the beloved Mortimer's.) Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Swifty's offers everything from jumbo Lump Maryland crab cakes, chilled lobster salad, and meatloaf, many dishes made with ingredients from local farms. Nick & Toni's has been an East Hampton staple for over 37 years; go there for a classic Tuscan meal—think wood-fired pizzas, lumache with ramp pesto, and pan seared halibut—as well as excellent people watching. (It's known to be one of the most popular celebrity haunts out east.) East Hampton Grill, with its dark wood and green interiors, feels like a tavern or country club grill room. Depending on your mood, that's a good thing—as there's no better place to drink a martini and a medium rare steak in town. Run by the cult favorite Hillstone Group, patrons will notice the same beloved menu items as offered at their own restaurants like the prime French dip, the kale and rotisserie salad, and crispy chicken sandwich. For a more casual, grab and go meal, go to Carissa's on Newton Lane. (Although casual doesn't come at the expense of quality: Carissa was a 2025 James Beard semifinalist for Outstanding Bakery.) Get their Jambon Beurre sandwich or raisin snail—as well as a box of breakfast pastries to go for the next morning. New York's critically acclaimed pizza joint opened Camp Rubirosa, a seasonal pop-up at 31 Race Lane in East Hampton. Enjoy thin-crust tie-dye pizza and house-made pastas served in a summer camp-inspired setting. The gourmet farm stand offers some of the freshest produce in the Hamptons, and then some: people love their prepared foods, which include chicken salad, warm berry muffins, salmon salads, and sandwiches. (Oh, and more hearty fare like fish tacos, poke bowls, and bao buns.) Where to Shop
Perth Now
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Ina Garten's marriage became 'really difficult' when she was trying to build her business
Ina Garten went through a "really difficult" time in her marriage when she was trying to build her business. The 77-year-old chef - who has been married to former government official Jeffrey Garten since 1968 - is these days best known as the host of the Food Network programme 'Barefoot Contessa' but was just trying to get her specialty food store off the ground in the 1970s, and admitted it took a toll on her realtionship for a period of time. Speaking on 'Sunday TODAY with Willie Geist', she explained: "In the beginning, I'd go to work at four in the morning, work all day, most of the night, go home at midnight and start again at four in the morning. "It was really difficult because I just wanted to build the business. Jeffrey was working at the State Department, and he would come on the weekends when I was really busy, so I was like 'I'm sorry, I just can't spend any time with you.'" The 'Be My Guest' star eventually went to Washington to visit her husband amid their struggles, and insisted that he had to go to therapy despite his hectic work schedule because she thought it was the only way for their marriage to survive. "We took a little time apart, we needed to do that. I'd never lived alone. He was great." "He said 'Is there anything I can do to change your mind?' I said he could go see a therapist and then we could work through tose things. He said 'I'll go after I come back from my trip around the world' but I said it would be too late by then, so he went the next day and it was incredible."
Hindustan Times
01-06-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
2025 hurricane season begins, here's the list of all storm names this year
It's June 1, which means the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is upon us. This year, Americans are likely to face an above-normal number of storms, with up to 10 of them expected to be hurricanes, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Forecasters say there is a 60 per cent chance of 13 to 19 named storms that could wreak havoc. The World Meteorological Organization is responsible for naming hurricanes. 'Assigning names to tropical cyclones makes tracking and discussing specific storms more straightforward, especially when multiple storms are active simultaneously,' the agency says on its website. Also Read: What's coming to Paramount+ in June 2025? All new shows and movies to watch The list rotates every six years, with a name retiring if it has been used for a deadly storm. This year's new name is Dexter, which replaced Dorian, a catastrophic hurricane that struck the Bahamas in 2019. The list of 2025 hurricane season storm names is as follows: If there are more than 21 storms in a season, names would be used from an alternate list approved by the WMO. Last year, there were 7 named tropical storms: Alberto, Chris, Gordon, Joyce, Nadine, Patty, and Sara, and 11 named hurricanes: Beryl, Debby, Ernesto, Francine, Helene, Isaac, Kirk, Leslie, Milton, Oscar, and Rafael. Also Read: Ina Garten's number one dinner party rule revealed: 'Don't bring…' In 2024, three names were retired: Beryl, a Category 5 hurricane that impacted the Caribbean, the Yucatán Peninsula, and the Gulf Coast of the United States; Helene, a Category 4 hurricane that battered the Southeastern United States; and Milton, the most intense Category 5 Atlantic hurricane ever recorded over the Gulf of Mexico.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dinner party faux pas? Ina Garten says this common gift is a big mistake (and what to bring instead)
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. If you're ever fortunate enough to have Ina Garten on your dinner party guest list, you shouldn't expect loose flowers when she walks through the door. The Barefoot Contessa, who has set the standard for hosting from her East Hampton home, is no stranger to sharing formal dinner party advice. However, her most recent pearls of wisdom address a lesser-known area: Being the perfect guest. During a recent interview with Today's Willie Geist on May 19, the pair discussed the importance of not bringing 'a gift that messes with the plan of the evening,' and, surprisingly to some, loose flowers are on Ina's banned list. 'There are two things that I don't think you should ever bring to a dinner party, and they're so common, is something that the host feels like they should serve. I mean, starting with Jell-O salad,' Ina says in the footage. 'And don't ever bring flowers that aren't in a vase. Everyone's arriving and then all of a sudden, you've got these flowers and you have to figure out what to do.' What is the alternative? Ina isn't saying you can't gift flowers; she's just saying they shouldn't be loose. Therefore, buying a stunning vase for your host to hold their new flowers is the natural choice. To help, we've rounded up some of our favorites below. They're all beautiful in their own right, and ready to be decorated with anything from a simple stem to a bountiful bouquet. Esteemed designer Jonathan Adler drew inspiration from Gala, wife and muse of Salvador Dali, to create this matte porcelain vase. It's truly a one-of-a-kind piece that deserves the most beautiful flowers. From $350 at Saks Fifth Avenue La DoubleJ enlisted the help of historic Verona-based porcelain maker Ancap to craft this statement pineapple-patterned vase. It's a vibrant way to upgrade any stem. From $650 at Net-A-Porter This large vase is a simple and elegant way to integrate glass into your entryway or coffee table. Add a single branch for an elevated, modern feel. Was $32.99, Now $29.99 at Amazon This may be named the 'fall vase,' but it looks beautiful at any point of the calendar, thanks to its unique textured design. The golden hue is reminiscent of leaves, consequently adding a touch of nature to every table setting or windowsill. From $6.46 at Walmart This decorative vase (handmade in Sydney) is made from 100% high-quality porcelain, perfect for housing your favorite flower. Poppies, peonies, or billy buttons look particularly beautiful in this vessel. From $135 at Net-a-Porter This simple, quietly luxurious vase comes from Ralph Lauren's 'Hudson' collection, defined by a carved plaid pattern that beautifully refracts light. It's designed with weighty, lead-free crystal and has a generous size perfect for holding long-stemmed flowers. From $425 at Net-a-Porter In a similar vein, Ina has previously shared dining table styling advice that helps hosts get the most out of their new flowers (and vessels). To create a stunning centerpiece, she recommends choosing one single flower type (in her case, pink roses), and filling your vases with this one consistent bloom. On her dining table, she avoids using larger vases and opts for small water glasses to keep things effortless. ''An easy tip for stylish centerpieces – choose one flower and use lots of them! And one more thing – instead of finding lots of matching vases for my flowers, I just use water glasses! Simple and elegant - my favorite combination,' Ina says. However you style them, and whatever vase (or container you use), remember that, as long as the flowers aren't loose, you'll likely have Ina's approval.
