Arriving perfectly in time for Halloween season, this friendly little bat adds fun and flavor to your kitchen! With its unique design that’s easy to grip both from the inside as well as the outside, Elizabat (that has to be the cutest name ever) is a pair of culinary scissors that helps you cut, chop, and slice away at veggies and herbs in the kitchen. Its clever blade design also has a bottle opener, while the gap between the handle serves as a nut-cracker. Whatever it is you need, Elizabat is the perfect sous chef!

Designer: OTOTO

The folks at OTOTO are masters of storytelling through fun product designs and experiences. All their products have unique characters that lend a charm to the product and its overall experience, making using them a lot more fun without being too cumbersome. Elizabat follows the same logic, with a design that may look uncomfortable at first, but you soon realize that the bat-shaped grips are what make the scissors so useful!

Designed to be gripped both through the inside as well as the outside, the bat’s wings have an ergonomic profile to them that works well for the scissor’s various uses. Hold them traditionally and the scissor works well cutting and chopping through veggies and fruit, whether you’re trimming some green onions to sprinkle on your ramen, or cutting through tough artichoke leaves. One of the scissor’s blades has a clever cutout that works well as a bottle opener, while ridges in the metal tang between both handles work as a nut-cracker, allowing you to casually flip between lever types 1, 2, and 3 depending on the task at hand!

Elizabat features a simple steel, rubber, and plastic construction that gets elevated by its unique character-based design. The bat’s wings are delightfully accurate, with a tiny plastic bat right between them that has an adorable appeal altogether. In fact, it’s so adorable that we’d probably have to tell you to keep Elizabat away from kids!

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Kitchen units today can be pretty industrial and stark, they tend to be quite unfeeling and aren’t a great option for those who like their homes to be warm and comforting. If you’re someone who is tired of the same old kitchen units and is looking for a breath of fresh air in your home, then you’ve reached the right spot. Meet the Column Kitchen by French designer Inga Sempé.  A minimal and good-looking kitchen unit, the Column Kitchen is designed to be “warm and different”. The Column Kitchen was designed by Sempé for the Danish brand Reform.

Designer: Inga Sempé for Reform

Designed for the Danish brand Reform, the Column Kitchen is a unique and subtle kitchen unit that features rounded-edged surfaces, sides, and handles. The various components of the unit come together to form a column that stretches harmoniously from the top to the bottom of each door. As you look closely at the kitchen unit, you’ll realize that the columns feature a mushroom-shaped profile when it is viewed from the top! This provides the unit with a form that is easily and efficiently gripp-able, while also adding a strong and defined visual identity.

“Industrial kitchens often look the same as home kitchens these days,” said Sempé. “Like a sum of cubes. We are obliged to live surrounded by these cubes, and I’m fed up with it. I just wanted to do something warm and different. Beautiful and rich, but not antipathetic.”

Reform has described the Column Kitchen as “elegant and eclectic”, “chunky yet refined” and “a break with the conventions of the kitchen”, making it an exceptional addition to modern homes. The Column Kitchen unit is available in natural oak, white ash, or four colors of spray-painted ash veneer – Fresh Cream, Pistachio, Concrete, or Dark Umbra. The door and handles of the Column Kitchen can be selected in a monochrome look or mix and matched version, helping you customize and create the kitchen unit that perfectly caters to your personal taste and preference while providing your mundane old kitchen with a new and exciting look!

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If you’re a passionate lover of cooking, or you’ve recently kickstarted your cooking journey, and want to accelerate it even further then you’ve reached the right place. Having an efficient and streamlined cooking process is the key to preparing dishes that simply taste excellent! And the number one aid you need in having an effortless process is an arsenal of great kitchen appliances.  With the right kitchen tools and appliances, cooking can be an increasingly fun and simplified process. The right products can reduce your prep time in half, make the little cooking tasks much easier, and help you with tedious and complicated techniques. From a water purifier that takes purity to the next level to an aesthetic coffee machine that lets you experience the brewing process – these innovative and exceptional appliances are all you need in your kitchen.

1. The xBloom

The futuristic xBloom was dubbed the Tesla of Coffee Machines by our Editor-in-Chief, and rightfully so since it is the first coffee machine with a unique Autopilot feature that assists you in the art of making coffee. The super sleek and pristine coffee machine looks right out of a sci-fi future!

Why is it noteworthy?

Designed by ex-Apple employees, the xBloom identifies, grinds, dispenses, brews, and pours your coffee for you! It uses some of the finest beans sourced from the top roasters worldwide, providing you with the finest cup of coffee ever.

What we like

• It quite literally feels as if a professional barista made you a cup of coffee
• Equipped with the power of NFC technology

What we dislike

• The xBloom does not accommodate instant coffee

2. The Column Kitchen

Meet the Column Kitchen the French designer Inga Sempé. The minimalist and well-designed kitchen is meant to be “warm and different”.

Why is it noteworthy?

The Column Kitchen is a unique and subtle kitchen unit that features rounded-edged surfaces, sides, and handles. The various components of the unit come together to form a column that stretches harmoniously from the top to the bottom of each door.

What we like

• Easily gripp-able form
• Strong and defined visual identity

What we dislike

• Not suited for smaller kitchen spaces

3. The Earthmade Aromacup

The Earthmade Aromacup is made using Bamboo-O, an eco-friendly material that is made from bamboo fiber and plant starch. The travel coffee cups are designed to be a sustainable alternative to silicone or thermal tumblers.

Why is it noteworthy?

More than just the materials and processes, however, the drinkware’s life continues even after it is no longer usable, at least not by humans. It can be easily used as compost material at home, contributing to the healthy growth of plants that, in turn, could nourish our food or clean up the air at the very least.

What we like

• Sustainable alternative to silicone or thermal tumblers

What we dislike

• The Aromacup does not have vacuum or heat retaining properties to keep the coffee hot for longer times

4. Steampunk Espresso Machine

Ahmet Kemal Daşhan designed the Steampunk Espresso Machine for Steam Espresso. The unique espresso machine is adorned with brass fittings that invite you to embark on a journey through time.

Why is it noteworthy?

Exposed gears, reminiscent of a bygone era’s mechanical marvels, not only serve their functional purpose but also add a touch of authenticity to the experience. Vintage aesthetics, carefully curated to transport you back in time, create an ambiance that is nothing short of enchanting.

What we like

• Helps you embark on a visual journey through time

What we dislike

• To add to the industrial aesthetic, a grey-black or more colour options would be appreciated.

5. Good Grips Salad Dressing Shaker

Designed by the OXO, the shaker and pourer is the ultimate modern solution to creating some delicious dressing without creating a complete mess in your kitchen.

What we like

The shaker has a wide top that can be swiftly unscrewed to add a variety of ingredients like oil, mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic, onions, mustard, etc. The cup has measurements in both milliliters and ounces to support easy measuring.

What we like

• Features a leakproof design
• You can also mix, serve, and prepare marinades and sauces

What we dislike

• Seems a bit fragile and easily breakable

6. The Compact Modular Grill

The Compact Modular Grill is an impressive plate that checks all the boxes! Looks can be deceiving, but is is a functional and super useful appliance.

Why is it noteworthy?

The Compact Modular Grill Plate uses a three-layer architecture with two steel layers sandwiching aluminum. The outer (or lower) Stainless Steel SUS439 lets the grill be used on induction stoves, while the inner/upper Stainless Steel SUS304 is noted for its excellent corrosion resistance.

What we like

• Lightweight and compact

What we dislike

• The aesthetics are simple and unassuming

7. NiNJA’s Kitchen Knives

The NiNJA’s kitchen knives are fashionable and attention-grabbing, owing to their sleek black blades. The color gives them a refined and sophisticated look, providing the knives with a modern and effective upgrade.

Why is it noteworthy?

There is almost no other embellishment on the blade other than the discreet “i” logo, removing any potential distraction. Like a ninja hiding in the shadows or a secret agent in a black suit, these knives stealthily move in for the kill, cutting ingredients with precision and grace.

What we like

• Built from molybdenum vanadium steel, known for its highly durable sharpness
• Coated with titanium for increased wear resistance

What we dislike

• Given only one aesthetic option, we don’t have a range of colors/options to match our kitchen

8. Kurenai

Kurenai is the product of storied tradition, craftsmanship, and modern aesthetics. It is a far cry from other kitchen knives, owing to the mesmerizing flame pattern along its sharpened edge.

Why is it noteworthy?

The pattern is a nod to its flame-forged origin, as well as the fiery passion that created it. And unlike any other knife in your culinary arsenal, Kurenai’s distinctive octagonal-shaped wooden handle fits in hand, regardless of the size.

What we like

• Excellent combination of elegance and sharpness

What we dislike

• Kurenai offers no ribbed knife option for multiple cutting styles

9. DOTS

DOTS is a portable coffee machine that works specifically for automated vehicles but can be utilized in other on-the-go scenarios as well. The portable coffee machine is an excellent option for those long car journeys!

Why is it noteworthy?

It has a removable bottom so it can adapt to whatever or wherever you’re using it for. It also uses coffee capsules instead of the usual brewing method to make it easier to use.

What we like

• A control or lever lets you adjust the intensity of the extraction method from the capsule

What we dislike

• It has a lid to place a straw on it, but sipping hot coffee with a straw seems weird and uncomfortable

10. POCO

This compact and lightweight device is called POCO: Portable capsule coffee machine. And, you can simply slide it into your back or backpack along with the coffee pods, making it the perfect coffee maker on the go for coffee lovers.

Why is it noteworthy?

It’s rechargeable using a USB-C: You can charge it on the go using your laptop or a portable charger. This makes it an ideal device for people who are always on the move.

What we like

• Features a built-in thermal insulation function
• Allows you to enjoy coffee anytime and anywhere

What we dislike

• Since it’s a concept we don’t know how functional and credible it will be as an actual product

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The attention that outdoor activities like camping and cookouts have made us painfully aware of how many of the tools we rely on haven’t been upgraded yet to modern times. That has led to the rise of new categories of products such as portable solar generators, new types of tents, and all sorts of hi-tech appliances for making outdoor life a little bit more convenient. That said, you don’t really need to go all out on technology just to enjoy the best things about outdoor adventures. Cooking a juicy steak or a delicious meal, for example, can be easily done with nothing more than a simple yet ingenious modular grill plate that can be quickly assembled with different parts to let you cook on whatever kind of fire you have, whenever, wherever.

Some say that the secret to a perfectly cooked steak or delicious food is heat conduction, heat uniformity, and plate thickness, and this Compact Modular Grill Plate definitely checks all those boxes, which is quite impressive given how simple and unadorned it looks. As they say, looks can be deceiving, and you’ll need to literally get inside the plate to understand how the magic works.

Designer: 9w.

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Triple-Layered for Even Heat

The Compact Modular Grill Plate uses a three-layer architecture with two steel layers sandwiching aluminum. The outer (or lower) Stainless Steel SUS439 lets the grill be used on induction stoves, while the inner/upper Stainless Steel SUS304 is noted for its excellent corrosion resistance. The middle aluminum layer is responsible for spreading the heat evenly across the inner layer, and that inner layer also sends the heat back down so that the temperature doesn’t drop when the food is just resting on the plate. Despite this multi-layer structure, the plate is only 0.2″ (5mm) thick, making it lightweight and compact to save you space and effort.

Cook Anywhere, Assemble with Ease

The Compact Modular Grill Plate is also a flexible piece of cookware in more ways than one. Thanks to that triple metal composition, you can use it on unstable outdoor campfires, typical gas stoves, induction cookers, and other kinds of fires and still be assured of even heat distribution and a well-cooked steak. And as its name suggests, the grill plate can be put together or taken apart easily, making cleaning and storage a breeze. In fact, you can mix and match the different handles and stands to make the grill plate fit your cooking setup.

Basic for Daily Use; Special Adds Board & Belt

The Basic set comes with a grill plate, a long handle, and a short handle that will meet the needs of most people. The Special set adds a wooden cutting board that can also serve as a trivet, as well as a dedicated belt that helps keep the modular pieces together when it’s time to stow them away.

Tsubamesanjo Craftsmanship

Made by experts from Tsubamesanjo in Japan, this grill plate is not only a functional piece of cookware, it is also a product of craftsmanship. It has a simple aesthetic with a distinctly industrial flair that proves you don’t need complicated designs to take cooking to the next level. Whether you love grilling outdoors or prefer cooking indoors, this Compact Modular Grill Plate will be ready to meet your needs in a blink of an eye, letting you cook scrumptious, mouth-watering dishes each and every time.

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Announced on April 1st as an ‘Anti-April Fools Joke’, the tech company is actually rolling out limited stock of its Nothing Beer (5.1%) to the masses in UK. Move aside, Tesla Tequila and Gigabier…

When Carl Pei mentioned that he wanted to make technology fun again, I’m pretty sure nobody guessed it would involve literal happy times! The UK-based tech startup announced the Nothing Beer as a tongue-in-cheek joke back in April, but turns out, they were serious about it after all. Crafted with care at Freetime Beer Co in Wales, Beer (5.1%) boasts a pale hue and a crisp texture. Its flavor profile is delicately nuanced, with a harmonious blend of malt and Kazbek hops, along with a scent that blends notes of citrus and earthiness with a spicy finish.

“At Nothing, we’re always looking for ways to do things differently and to make everyday more fun. We’re a brand that brings people together so making a beer felt like a natural progression for us. We have also prototyped it at multiple Nothing Store Soho parties and people seemed to really enjoy it,” stated Ryan Latham, Global Director Brand & Creative at Nothing. “As a London-based tech company we are proud to have partnered with another independent British brand in Freetime Beer Co for this launch”.

Available on the nothing.tech website, the beer will be sold as a 6-pack for £20 (plus £10 special signed postage required to deliver alcohol). The beer will be available starting 10AM British Standard Time on Thursday 5 October 2023, and will be limited to delivery within the UK.

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The allure of a delicious meal, artistically presented on a plate, is undeniable. While the endgame for all food is digestion, its initial presentation shouldn’t be overlooked. Professional chefs meticulously craft their plate presentations, but home cooks might not always share that flair. Some might even want to skip the transfer from pan to plate entirely. Enter the Frying Plate: a marvel of design fusing an iron frying pan with a plate, embodying the essence of Japanese minimalism.

Designers: TENT for Fujita Metal

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At first, the idea might seem unusual. Why eat directly from a frying pan? But don’t mistake Frying Plate for the typical, cumbersome pans we’re used to. Frying Plate is distinctive. Think of it as a cooking plate or a plate with a detachable handle. It offers a fresh perspective on the fusion of cooking and dining.

Central to Frying Plate’s appeal is its uncoated, robust iron base. This material allows for slow cooking on low heat, preserving the natural juices and ensuring the ingredients retain their crispness. Without the need to transfer food, you’re guaranteed a warm meal every time.

A common reservation might be the obstructive handle typical of frying pans. Frying Plate, however, has brilliantly countered this with a patent-pending sliding mechanism. This innovation lets you effortlessly attach or detach the wooden handle. It securely latches onto the plate’s rim, ensuring stability when lifting, without ever coming into contact with the food.

Fresh out of the packaging, the Frying Plate is ready to use. It’s unseasoned, stick-resistant, and a breeze to clean – no detergent required. Its minimalist dark iron surface accentuates the vibrancy of the food, turning every meal into an aesthetic delight. With Frying Plate, the line between cooking and dining blurs, offering a unified culinary experience.

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It’s easy to take kitchen knives for granted until what should have been a swift cutting motion ends up in a mess of squished juices, uneven slices, and aching wrists. After all, you can easily buy a new knife, which is both wasteful and inefficient. On the flip side, most kitchen knives are designed simply for utility, and pretty ones that were made for show usually stop at that. Beautiful but useful kitchen knives are hard to come by, even more so if they’re long-lasting and durable. Fortunately, these seemingly mythical treasures do exist, like this eye-catching blade crafted by artisans for the kitchen, letting you cut, slice, and dice with precision and ease, not unlike the famed Japanese swordsmen of old.

Designer: douzo

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Japanese Craftsmanship – Kurenai born in the heart of Seki City, the global hub of cutlery craftsmanship. Each Kurenai knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan by skilled artisans.

Effortless Slicing – Kurenai glides through ingredients with just its own weight – no force needed.

Crafted to Last a Lifetime – Layered with different types of steel, Kurenai boasts exceptional durability.

Kitchen knives are a dime a dozen these days and most of them look too common and uninspiring. That’s especially true for mass-produced items that don’t even make the cut, pardon the pun, in being useful for a long period of time. It takes not just great skill but also great patience and attention to detail to produce a precision tool that is also a work of art, and who better to know how to do exactly that than the craftsmen in Japan who have a deep history with making swords for the legendary samurai.

Crafted with Damascus Steel – The blade boasts the mesmerizing pattern of a burning flame.

Unparalleled Comfort – The octagonal-shaped handle ensures a perfect fit.

Kurenai is the product of such storied tradition, craftsmanship built over the years, and modern aesthetics. Immediately at first glance, the knife sets itself apart from all other kitchen knives with the mesmerizing flame pattern running along its sharpened edge, a nod both to its flame-forged origin as well as the fiery passion that created it. And unlike any other knife in your culinary arsenal, Kurenai’s distinctive octagonal-shaped wooden handle fits in hand, regardless of the size.

This knife, enchanting as it may be, isn’t just for show. With a Damascus steel blade, Kurenai simply glides across meat, vegetables, and other ingredients, preserving their flavor and enhancing their texture. Carefully sharpening this blade according to the prescribed method reveals Kurenai’s impressive durability, letting you enjoy that smooth experience for years. This pure Japanese-made knife brings the elegance and the sharpness that professionals enjoy to anyone’s kitchen, turning almost anyone into a cutting and slicing pro.

Why suffer through dull blade after dull blade when you can have a single knife that will last you a lifetime. Made with 800 years of history and experience behind it, these distinctive flame-inspired blades bring craftsmanship and culinary passion together to deliver not just a tool but a work of art as well. Designed and made in the land of the samurai, the Kurenai kitchen knife lets you cut through your cooking tasks with the sharpness and elegance of a Japanese sword.

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If you’re a passionate lover of cooking, or you’ve recently kickstarted your cooking journey, and want to accelerate it even further then you’ve reached the right place. Having an efficient and streamlined cooking process is the key to preparing dishes that simply taste excellent! And the number one aid you need in having an effortless process is an arsenal of great kitchen appliances.  With the right kitchen tools and appliances, cooking can be an increasingly fun and simplified process. The right products can reduce your prep time in half, make the little cooking tasks much easier, and help you with tedious and complicated techniques. From a water purifier that takes purity to the next level to an aesthetic coffee machine that lets you experience the brewing process – these innovative and exceptional appliances are all you need in your kitchen.

1. xBloom

Rightfully dubbed the “Tesla of Coffee Machines” by our Editor-in-Chief, the futuristic xBloom is the first coffee machine with an innovative Autopilot feature that completely assists you in the art of making coffee. The coffee machine looks super sleek and pristine, almost straight out of a sci-fi future!

Why is it noteworthy?

Designed by ex-Apple employees, the xBloom identifies, grinds, dispenses, brews, and pours your coffee for you! It uses some of the finest beans sourced from the top roasters worldwide, providing you with the finest cup of coffee ever.

What we like

• It quite literally feels as if a professional barista made you a cup of coffee
• Equipped with the power of NFC technology

What we dislike

• The xBloom does not accommodate instant coffee

2. The ROPOT-Lite

The ROPOT-Lite is designed to be a countertop purifier and is the same size as your coffee machine. But it features a comprehensive water filter with 5-stage purification underneath the surface. The purifier comes with a borosilicate carafe that collects all the water for you at the end of the filtration system.

Why is it noteworthy?

A perfect appliance for a household with 1-2 people, the ROPOT-Lite filters out 1.2 liters at a time, always ensuring you have a filled carafe of water at hand. Unlike most filters, it requires no conventional ‘installation’, and works right out of the box once you plug its power cable into the socket.

What we like

• The 5-step filtration eliminates particles as small as 0.0001 μm

What we dislike

• Hefty price tag

3. The Good Grips Salad Dressing Shaker

Designed by the OXO, the shaker and pourer is the ultimate modern solution to creating some delicious dressing without creating a complete mess in your kitchen.

What we like

The shaker has a wide top that can be swiftly unscrewed to add a variety of ingredients like oil, mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic, onions, mustard, etc. The cup has measurements in both milliliters and ounces to support easy measuring.

What we like

• Features a leakproof design
• You can also mix, serve, and prepare marinades and sauces

What we dislike

• Seems a bit fragile and easily breakable

4. NiNJA’s Kitchen Knives

The NiNJA’s kitchen knives are fashionable and attention-grabbing, owing to their sleek black blades. The color gives them a refined and sophisticated look, providing the knives with a modern and effective upgrade.

Why is it noteworthy?

There is almost no other embellishment on the blade other than the discreet “i” logo, removing any potential distraction. Like a ninja hiding in the shadows or a secret agent in a black suit, these knives stealthily move in for the kill, cutting ingredients with precision and grace.

What we like

• Built from molybdenum vanadium steel, known for its highly durable sharpness
• Coated with titanium for increased wear resistance

What we dislike

• Given only one aesthetic option, we don’t have a range of colours/options to match our kitchen.

5. DOTS

Dubbed DOTS, this portable coffee machine works perfectly for automated vehicles and other on-the-go scenarios. It features a removable button so it can easily adapt to whatever or wherever you’re using it for!

Why is it noteworthy?

It also uses coffee capsules instead of the usual brewing method to make it easier to use. The capsules are placed on the top and replaced by removing that part. Water is stored in the cylindrical space at the bottom.

What we like

• A control or lever lets you adjust the intensity of the extraction method from the capsule

What we dislike

• It has a lid to place a straw on it, but sipping hot coffee with a straw seems weird and uncomfortable

6. The Dancing Grid

This innovative and modular wall shelf isn’t just an ordinary wall shelf designed to show off your kitchenware. Named the Dancing Grid, the design has an inviting appeal that tastefully utilizes tiles to give ti a classy and attractive appearance.

Why is it noteworthy?

The different tiles have different functions, ranging from shelving to peg boards to blank spaces that provide some “breathing room” for the arrangement.

What we like

• Offers excellent storage functionality while also adding a personal touch to your kitchen

What we dislike

• It is a space-consuming design that will occupy a substantial amount of space in your kitchen, not well-suited for smaller homes

7. Precision Chef Kitchen Scissors

These innovative kitchen shears are designed to help you cut through meat and food in an easy and breezy manner. They make cutting meat and all kinds of food extremely effortless and efficient!

Why is it noteworthy?

The beautiful black scissor evokes both power and style and will occupy an intimidating and undeniable presence in your kitchen or dining table. The elegant black kitchen scissors will cut your steak, vegetables, and pizza with finesse and functionality.

What we like

• Features a specially-designed curved serrated blade that makes cutting meat easy and safe

What we dislike

• No options in color variants

8. JIU

JIU is a super cool and innovative kitchen appliance as it is essentially a plate that you can cook your food on or a flying plate with a removable handle! It is an ingenious and revolutionary way to merge cooking and eating.

Why is it noteworthy?

A thick iron plate makes up the body of the plate or frying pan. Thanks to this material, you can cook food slowly under low heat, never letting natural juices go to waste and keeping the crispiness of the ingredients inside. And since you don’t have to transfer the food from pan to plate, you can enjoy your meal while it’s warm.

What we like

• You can easily and efficiently attach and detach the wooden handle as needed

What we dislike

• The plate is built from iron, making it difficult and tough to carry around

9. LetPot LPH-Max

Called the LetPot LPH-Max, this tabletop planter is designed to make home gardening super easy and fun, especially for those who don’t have a green thumb. It takes control of the plant’s entire cultivation system from seed to sprout to harvest, without any soil.

Why is it noteworthy?

The LetPot LPH-Max is a smart hydroponic plant cultivator that works entirely autonomously. It provides the plant with the water and nutrition it needs and even comes with an automatic sun-mimicking LED panel that gives the plants the light they need to photosynthesize.

What we like

• It completely takes over the plant cultivation process, leaving you stress-free and relaxed
• Can handle growing up to 21 plant pods simultaneously across a variety of flower, herb, and leafy green species

What we dislike

• The design is restricted to 21 pots, not allowing for growth for interested users

10. Plate Grater

The Plate Grater is shaped like a tiny round plate instead of the traditional rectangular sheet of metal. The compact little grater is designed to be placed on a table, rather than being held up in the air like other graters. You can have it on the table at all times since it has a unique pattern and distinctive look even when it is unused.

Why is it noteworthy?

Unlike a regular grater with rows of blades, you make circular movements to grate ingredients. Rather than falling through holes, the grated pieces accumulate at the sides in full, fluffy lumps. The repetitive action, rather than being tiring and burdensome, becomes almost a mindful practice that puts you in the moment.

What we like

• Features a silicon rubber base that prevents it from slipping on the table when you make circling motions

What we dislike

• Intended primarily for wasabi and daikon radish, making it a limited design
• Some people may find the form and structure of a traditional grater more appealing and usable

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I hope that whoever came up with the idea of pairing popcorn with watching movies knows exactly what a massive impact they’ve had on the cinema experience. Movie theaters are practically incomplete without popcorn machines, and I can’t think of a single time in my entire life when I’ve wanted to have popcorn MORE than I have while watching a movie. Designed to capture the beauty of this relationship, LEGO builder Dimexart decided to create the iconic movie theater popcorn machine. A standard fixture at any concession stand, this popcorn machine is synonymous with cinemas. Sure, we can make our own popcorn at home in Dutch ovens or microwaves, but there’s just something different about popped corn that comes from this machine. The machine comes with a rotating kettle encased within a glass chamber. With a height-adjustable lid, the kettle constantly churns out popcorn, which falls out and fills up the glass chamber directly. It’s a hypnotic process that’s so embedded into everyone’s memories that looking at this LEGO recreation will probably remind you of the theaters and make you imagine the smell of butter!

Designer: Dimexart

Apart from building with LEGO bricks, Dimexart has also built a reputation for himself for recreating retro machines almost immaculately out of LEGO blocks. His functional antique cash register and vintage toaster hold a special place on this website, and the Popcorn Machine is soon to be a favorite too! The machine is styled in all its retro glory and comes with a 955-piece build, although whether that includes the LEGO popcorn is unknown. Yes, the popcorn is made from LEGO bricks too, and each individual kernel pops out of the machine’s built-in kettle, sliding down the ramp and into a popcorn bucket.

You can load the kettle by accessing it through a door in the back, and an M-Motor powers a rack and pinion mechanism, causing the LEGO kernels to pop out and slide down into the bucket for you to munch on later. While the machine originally was designed for LEGO popcorn, you could theoretically fill it with actual snacks too, like M&Ms and other hard candy, making for an interesting Halloween treat-deploying gadget!

With over 5000 votes, Dimexart’s Popcorn Machine is dominating the LEGO Ideas forum. If it gathers 10,000 votes, LEGO’s internal team will turn it into a box-set that all of us regular-folk can buy! You can cast your vote for Dimexart’s Popcorn Machine here.

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I absolutely loved a well-made Chicken Caesar Salad! Feed me one for every meal, and I’m a happy and content birdie. But something I genuinely struggle with is preparing the dressing for the salad. Most of my salad dressing escapades and experiments turn into a messy scenario where there is dressing all over my kitchen, and almost none in my actual salad. The final dressing is always more watery and saucy than dressy, and the flavor always seems to be lacking. But this is where the OXO Good Grips Salad Dressing Shaker swoops in! It guarantees a spill-free dressing prep session.

Designer: OXO

Designed by the OXO, the shaker and pourer is the ultimate modern solution to creating some delicious dressing without creating a complete mess in your kitchen. It features a 1-cup charm and leakproof ability that is easy and efficient to use. Besides dressing you can also mix, serve, and store marinades and sauces. The shaker has a wide top that can be swiftly unscrewed to add a variety of ingredients like oil, mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic, onions, mustard, etc. The cup has measurements in both milliliters and ounces to support easy measuring.

You simply need to add the ingredients to the shaker, screw the top, and shake the watertight container to quickly mix. Flip the top lever back to pour, and forward to seal! The shaker displays BPA-free talents and is dishwasher friendly as well. It has a capacity of 236 ml and comes in color variants of classic black and vibrant green. So, you can pick the color that perfectly matches your kitchen and vibe!

The shaker has a compact and small form that can be easily placed anywhere in your kitchen. You could also store it on your dining table for easy access, allowing you to pour the dressing right before you serve your salad. The Good Grips Shaker also seems pretty easy and straightforward to clean, so washing it won’t take much of your time. If you’re someone who’s prone to creating drizzly disasters, then the Good Grips Salad Dressing Shaker is the savior you’ve been searching for!

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