There’s nothing quite like enjoying a nice glass of wine with dinner. It’s the pillar of a fine meal which marks a time to connect and share with friends and family.

Spiegelau™ toasts those who venture to experience the fullness of life. They are dedicated to producing the very best wine glasses possible, merging quality, aesthetics and a good value. Spiegelau™ carries a great selection of not just wine glasses, but martini, beer and cocktail glasses to make any gathering cheer-worthy.

1. Le Creuset of 4 Stonewear Cocottes w/ Cookbook, 2. KitchenAid 5-Quart Artisan Stand Mixer, 3. OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Mixing Bowl Set, 4. Nordic Ware Snowman Cake Mold, 5. Calphalon Classic Jelly Roll & Brownie Pan Combo, 6. Emile Henry Le Grande 12" Pie Dish

One of our favorite things about the holiday season is the liberty to indulge in our favorite desserts. Diets can wait until the New Year! That’s what resolutions are for, right?

Why not get the baker in your life (or yourself) a gift that keeps on giving with some of the best baking tools around?

In the spirit of sweet indulgence, check out this delicious recipe for a classic pecan pie!

Irresistible Pecan Pie by IHART44

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons white sugar

1/2 cup butter, chilled

4 tablespoons ice water

3 eggs, beaten

3/4 cup light corn syrup

2 tablespoons dark corn syrup

3/4 cup light brown sugar

3 tablespoons butter, melted

1 pinch salt

1/2 cup pecans, finely crushed

1 cup pecans, quartered

1 cup pecan halves

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. To make crust: In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt and white sugar. Cut butter into flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually sprinkle the water over the dry mixture, stirring until dough comes together enough to form a ball.
3. On a floured surface flatten dough ball with rolling pin. Roll out into a circle that is one inch larger than pie dish. Place pie shell into dish and refrigerate until pie filling is complete.
4. To make pie filling: In a medium bowl, mix together eggs, light and dark corn syrups, brown sugar, butter, salt and finely crushed pecans. Spread quartered pecans over bottom of refrigerated pie crust. Pour syrup mixture over top of pecans, and then arrange pecan halves on top of pie.
5. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for one hour or until firm; let cool for one hour before serving.

*Recipe courtesy of allrecipes.com®

1.Riedel Happy "O" Wine Tumblers, 2. Swissmar Noirmont 10-Piece Meat Fondue Set, 3. BIA Cordon Bleu Cheese Markers, 4. BIA Cordon Bleu Wavy Cake Stand, 5. OXO Stainless Steel Winged Cork Screw, 6. Oenophilia Bamboo Cheese Set, 7. BIA Cordon Bleu Jumbo Egg Plate

With the hectic holiday season upon us, it’s even more important to remember to slow down and enjoy the finer things in life, like enjoying good wine and good eats with your closest friends.

We suggest throwing a little wine and appetizer party in lieu of (or in addition to) a big Thanksgiving dinner. It’s a great way to spend some quality time catching up with friends on a smaller scale amidst all the big holiday festivities you all have going on!

Try this delicious and easy recipe for deviled eggs for your next get together:

Bacon Cheddar Deviled Eggs by USEREMILY3260*

12 eggs

½ cup mayo

4 slices of bacon

2 tablespoons of finely shredded cheddar cheese

1 tablespoon mustard

1. Place eggs in a saucepan, and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover,and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, and cool. To cool more quickly, rinse eggs under cold running water.
2. Meanwhile, place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Alternatively, wrap bacon in paper towels and cook in the microwave for about 1 minute per slice. Crumble and set aside.
3. Peel the hard-cooked eggs, and cut in half lengthwise. Remove yolks to a small bowl. Mash egg yolks with mayonnaise, crumbled bacon and cheese. Stir in mustard. Fill egg white halves with the yolk mixture and refrigerate until serving.

*Recipe courtesy of allrecipes.com®

Time is a hot commodity during the holiday season. That’s why we love anything that helps us save time, particularly in the kitchen.

Whipping up those holiday meals will be a snap with some of our favorite kitchen time savers:

1. Cuisinart Smartstick® Hand Blender: Cut down on the number of dirty bowls you use when whipping and blending with this versatile gadget.

2. Kitchenaid 12-Cup Food Processor: Chop, blend, mince and mix your way into culinary perfection with this powerful must-have tool.

3. Bodum Eileen French Press 4-Cup Coffee Maker: This aesthetically-pleasing coffee maker lets you to brew a delicious cup of coffee on the go!

4. OXO Stainless Steel Mandoline Slicer: This versatile and handy slicer comes with three different blades and a soft-touch dial to adjust slice thickness. From making homemade fries to fresh veggies for dipping, this tool is a definite must have.

An organized kitchen is an efficient kitchen. Having the right kitchen essentials can keep it from turning into a cluttered mess. A place for everything, and everything in its place, that’s how a well-organized kitchen should be.

Here are a few of our favorite super kitchen organizers!

1. Vera Bradley Ribbon Board: Photos and other miscellaneous papers cluttering up your fridge door? Organize and show them off on this attractive pin board!

2. Simplehuman Steel Frame Dish Rack: This keeps all your pots, dishes and knives safe and dry. The stainless steel frame matches most modern kitchen appliances.

3. Simplehuman Wall Mount Paper Tower Holder: Save precious countertop space by keeping your paper towel on the wall.

4. OXO 20-piece Container Set: Store away leftovers securely with these leak-proof containers. We love how well these stack neatly in the fridge!

5. Highbury Songbird Metal Oil and Vinegar: Keep two cooking essentials in a convenient and pretty holder to give you easier access.

6. Simplehuman 14” Cabinet Organizer: Keeps your pantries organized while giving you easy pull-out access.

7. Simplehuman Utensil Holder: Perfect for small countertop spaces, this neatly holds your most-used utensils in a sleek package.

8. Simplehuman Rectangular Deluxe Recycler: Great for small spaces, this keeps your recyclables nice and separated.

Got a housewarming party to attend, but a little unsure about what gift to bring? There’s no need to go on an endless search at your department store when you can peruse through our awesome houseware selection from the comfort of your home. When it comes to perfect housewarming gifts, look for items that the new homeowners can use for entertaining, as they’re likely going to be doing more of it in their new place.

Here are some fabulous housewarming gift ideas that will surely make your hosts happy: (clockwise)

Waring Pro Professional Roaster Oven: From turkey dinners to pot roast, they’ll love using this roaster oven for those big holiday get-togethers.

Wusthof Gourmet 18-Piece Block Set: All the essential cutlery that every kitchen needs, all in one high-quality set.

Home Source International Microcotton® Luxury Bath Towel Set: Plush and superbly luxurious towels are always a great staple.

Riedel Happy “O” Wine Tumblers: These elegant stemless wine glasses are perfect for kitchens with tight cabinet spaces. The colorful glass bottoms add to the relaxed, elegant feel.

Cook up some color! (Clockwise from top left:) Chantal Loop Tea Kettle in lime green, OXO 3pc. Plastic Mixing Bowl Set, Emile Henry Mortar and Pestle in citron, Rachael Ray Porcelain Enamel 3pc. Egg Buddy Set in orange, Rachael Ray Bubble & Brown 3 qt.Stoneware Baker in blue

Liven up a dull, boring kitchen with some colorful kitchen gear. Whether you enjoy playing dinner party host, have a housewarming that you need a gift for, or just like to show off your style in the kitchen, colorful kitchenware is the difference between “same old” and spectacular.

With Mother’s Day being only days away, we’ve decided to feature a few gift ideas for different types of moms this whole week. Today, we’re featuring some great gifts for the mom whose throne resides in the kitchen. She’s the mom who loves to prepare home-cooked meals for her family. She’s always been the go-to expert in the kitchen and everyone pines for her famous recipes.

Here are a few kitchen goodies that she’s sure to love. The whole family will love it too because they get to taste the delicious results!  

1. Cusiniart Mini-Prep® Plus Processor: This compact food processor helps save counter space but still packs a punch in the kitchen. It’s perfect for chopping and grinding vegetables for all of mom’s famous dishes.

2. Chantal Copper Fusion 4 Qt. Risotto Pan: This classic pan is great for one-pot meals like stews and casseroles. The beautiful, sleek design can go straight from the stove to the kitchen table, eliminating extra dishes!

3. Cusinart SM-70 7 Quart Stand Mixer: A high-quality mixer makes a world of difference when baking. Treat mom to the classic good looks and commercial-grade quality of this powerful mixer.

4. Breville The Hot Wok™: Traditional woks can eat up a lot of space on the stove top. This fabulous wok lets mom sauté and stir fry to her heart’s desire right on the kitchen countertop. It even keeps food warm, making it perfect for parties!

5. Staub “My First Staub” Hexagon 2.5 Qt. Saute Pan: This enameled cast iron pan seals in all the wonderful flavor of mom’s favorite dishes. It’s heavy-duty construction is built to last, and is safe for the oven.