Newport Avenue Market Kitchen Store Interview

Every cook needs great tools and having the right one can mean the difference between breaking into a sweat over a tricky task or gliding effortlessly through each step of preparation. I try to find professional-quality kitchen tools and accessories that work really well and last forever, says Debbie, our head of kitchenware.

If you’re looking for particular sizes and shapes of bakeware and serving dishes we carry a great selection of BIA Cordon Bleu basic white porcelain pieces. You’ll find every size of ramekin, custard cups, gravy boats, pitchers, rectangular and oval platters and just the right size plates if you’re serving “small plate” style like Spanish tapas or Greek mezes. These dishes are durable, functional, a great price and they look fantastic on your table.

I’m always happy to answer questions, explain how to use things and talk about what’s new. My favorite tool right now is the silicone high-temp spatula… it not only scrapes, blends and folds but I use it to sauté and stir in a hot pan, too. It won’t melt, stain, crack or absorb flavors or odors. I wish I could use it for everything! And then there’s the Microplane zester/grater. It’s a wonder tool that really works. Perfect lemon or lime zest, grated nutmeg and ginger, fine shreds of parmesan cheese and mounds of shaved chocolate can all be achieved with ease.

You’ll find most of our kitchen accessories near the wine department, and great baking paraphernalia in the baking aisle, but we’ve got a remarkable selection of items displayed throughout the store right at eye level, where ever space allows. So get lookin’ and then get cookin!