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In our tech-driven world, it’s easy to forget about the treasures that can be found in the vintage kitchen. From sensible essentials like a well-made Dutch oven to more whimsical options like a snow cone maker, time in the kitchen can be fun—especially when you are using the right tools for the job. When it comes to actual vintage kitchenware, searching for diamonds in the rough at your local flea market is a fun way to spend an afternoon, but it’s not the only way to bring some of the past into your kitchen. With farmhouse and retro styles making a comeback, there are plenty of new tools and appliances out there that give off that old-fashioned feel that won’t require you to scrub any rust off of them before using.
Best Snack Maker: Whirley Pop 3-Minute Popcorn Maker with Metal GearsBest Investment: Martha Stewart Collection Enameled Cast Iron Dutch OvenBest Thing Since Sliced Bread: Williams Sonoma Ceramic & Wood Bread BoxBest for DIYers: Ohio Stoneware Fermentation CrockBest for Canning and Preserving: Küchenprofi Professional Stainless Steel Food Mill
Here, we’re sharing our favorite kitchen tools that take some of the best innovations of the past and retrofit them for the contemporary kitchen. From fermentation crocks that haven’t had their design fiddled with for centuries to a cute and clever $3 solution to keep brown sugar from hardening, we think you will find a little nostalgia and a whole lot of good use in the products ahead.
