Must Haves for the Kitchen and Entertaining - a list by Daisy_Martinez

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These recommendations are my own tried and tested essentials. I hope they can help you the way they have helped me.

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Cook show host, author and owner of The Passionate Palate.

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Fox Run Marble Mortar & Pestle

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Mortar and pestle – Essential for grinding and combining ingredients, especially for mojito – a garlic dipping sauce made up of garlic, salt, Spanish onion, olive oil, vinegar, citrus juices and cilantro. Mine is old, but this one is nice.

Updated May 4, 2007

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Tostobueno Tostanera

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Plantains are popular in my home. Tostones are twice-fried green plantain chips. A tostonera is a device made of two pieces of wood with handles that look like bread boards and are connected by hinges on the ends without handles. A piece of fried plantain is placed between the pieces and the handles are pressed together to flatten the plaintain. Tostobueno makes a very good tostonera as you can make 3 or more at a time.

Updated May 4, 2007

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Nuestra Tierra . Clay Cookware

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The next best thing to my Grandma’s rice pot would be these Colombian black clay pots. They are very strong as well as unique looking. You can’t put them in the dishwasher but they can go in the microwave and of course can be used on the stove or in the oven, and go straight to the table, if necessary, because they are also attractive. They are suitable for all types of cuisines, and are great for making rice and stews.

Updated May 4, 2007

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Gunter Wilhelm Cutlery - Knives and Kitchen Cutlery for Gourmet Cooks

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Gunter Wilhelm knives are something that I discovered in my travels. A knife is an extension of the chef. Not only are these knives stylish, they feel great in the hand and come with competitive prices.

Updated May 4, 2007

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Sahagun Handmade Chocolates

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Fine chocolate by Elizabeth Montes to end the meal. Elizabeth is an incredibly talented chocolatier who uses the pristine ingredients that reflect her Latin heritage. Not only are they beautiful, handmade works of art, they are a delight to the palate.

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Cuisinart: CWC-900 Private Reserve Wine Cellar

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Given to me by my right hand, Miguelina. This cellar is small enough to keep in my kitchen and have bottles at hand for parties.

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Garland Stoves

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Vintage Garland stoves are tough to find but I’ve seen listings on www.ebay.com and www.craigslist.com; you can find contemporary models at www.garland-group.com These are commercial grade stoves that are very powerful and long-lasting.

For a bit of history, check out Julia Child’s vintage Garland stove at the Smithsonian!

Updated May 4, 2007

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Willie Colon - The Best

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Great Salsa music – Willie Colon’s The Best is at the top of my top 10 list of classic Salsa CDs. Playing Salsa during your fiesta is guaranteed to get things going.

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Marquis by Waterford "Vintage" Margarita Pitcher

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You always can use pretty stemware. One of my favorite cocktails is the margarita; this pitcher and glass set from Waterford is both elegant and functional.

I often shop at Home Goods (www.homegoods.com) stores as they have a wide variety of stemware.

Updated May 4, 2007

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Williams-Sonoma Alhambra Bowl

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I don’t necessarily have one favorite type of serving platter, my tastes range from modern and white, like Pillyvuyt, to Mediterranean, like this Alhambra bowl at Williams Sonoma.

You should always choose one that is large enough to hold whatever is being presented and still have enough of a rim to show off the platter itself – there should be harmony between the color, shape and size of the platter and the food.

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