Ciao, Italia
For those who cherish the artistry of Italian cuisine, there’s something profoundly satisfying about crafting fresh pasta by hand the traditional way. Imagine the tactile pleasure of rolling delicate sheets of dough and skillfully shaping them into various pasta shapes guided by tools designed for perfection. Made in Italy with a commitment to craftsmanship, this set includes everything you need to embrace this culinary ritual, from cutters for various pasta forms to clear instructions that make the process approachable for beginners and purists alike. Pasta starter set. $115. williams-sonoma.ca
Transparent beauty
Elegant and functional, glass accessories bring a timeless charm that enhances modern and classic kitchens alike.
Borosilicate glass and wood butter dish. $36.
Borosilicate glass and wood cruet set. $70.
Borosilicate glass teapot. $40.
Borosilicate glass mug and saucer. $16.
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Cutting-edge cookware
Award-winning actor and New York Times bestselling author, Stanley Tucci, has teamed up with GreenPan to create a cookware collection that redefines kitchen essentials. Made in Italy with cutting-edge technology, this versatile pan features a PFAS-free ceramic non-stick surface enhanced by Plasma Tech treatment for unmatched durability. Its innovative woven induction base ensures even heating on all cooktops, while a large surface area and ergonomic stainless-steel handle cater to everyday cooking. Pictured: Tucci with the ceramic non-stick junior essential Stanley pan, by Stanley Tucci for GreenPan. $220. williams-sonoma.ca
Smart cooking
Simply Jamie Fast & Simple Food by Jamie Oliver is the ultimate cookbook for busy people, offering effortless recipes designed to fit easily into your routine. With chapters such as Midweek Meals, One-Pan Dinners, and Pantry Love, it delivers everything from 15-minute dishes to pantry-based lifesavers. Smart weekend recipes double as leftover solutions, turning cooking into an inspiring, time-saving joy. $45. amazon.ca
Inspiring interiors
Tiffany & Co.’s newly reimagined boutique at Toronto’s Yorkdale Shopping Centre is a haven for design enthusiasts. Designed by renowned architectural firm SANAA, the space features a striking façade of 32,000 glass bricks framed in polished aluminium, highlighting Tiffany’s mastery in transforming raw materials into art. Inside, the boutique pairs its iconic jewellery collections with an elegant lifestyle assortment, including exquisite tableware, glassware, flatware and decor items such as ornaments, blankets, cushions and candles. This space redefines luxury living with a perfect fusion of art, design and craftsmanship. tiffany.ca
- Wisteria dinner plate. $255.
- Tiffany coffee cups in bone China. $570 for set of five.
- Blanket in beige and morganite pink cashmere and wool. $2,150.
- Tiffany Facets large bowl in bone China. 10.2-in wide by 3.7-in high. $415
Mocha mousse
“For 2025, we look to a mellow brown hue whose inherent richness and sensorial and comforting warmth extends further into our desire for comfort and the indulgence of simple pleasures that we can gift and share with others,” says Laurie Pressman, vice-president of the Pantone Color Institute.
- Belgian linen lumbar pillow in bronze. From $126. potterybarn.ca
- Witten fabric chair. $449. mobilia.ca
- Emiri area rug. $199. mobilia.ca
- ‘50s retro-style aesthetic kettle by Smeg. $330. wayfair.ca
Trending:Back to black
Black kitchen accessories are the ultimate style statement, adding bold sophistication and a contemporary edge to any culinary space
- Beautiful two-slice touchscreen toaster by Drew Barrymore. $70. walmart.ca
- Nordic one-light pendant in walnut/black. $188. canadalightingexperts.com
- Ceylon single-handle matte black kitchen faucet with pull-down spray head by Pfister. $280. rona.ca
- Drop-in or under-mount single kitchen sink by Allen + Roth. $460. rona.ca
- Salerno freestanding side-by-side refrigerator in black with antique brass handles by Forno. $1,299. homedepot.ca
- Moka black six-cup espresso maker by Bialetti. $85. crateandbarrel.ca
- Porcelain mosaic wall tile by Style Selections. $130 per box. rona.ca
- Twenty-piece flatware set in matte black. $339. fable.com