Counter Chic: A Kitchen Refresh For Fall

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Foodie Friday has a new theme this week, but don't worry, there's a recipe at the end. About this time of year, it is a good idea to take inventory of your kitchen. We all will be in this room much more during the Fall and Winter months. With the holidays ahead, we also will be entertaining inside more. It always seems that everyone ends up in the kitchen with me. What kind of statement does the heart of your home make? This is a roundup of cooks tools that are worthy of your own chic counter tops.

Here: 17 Standout Styles For The Kitchen

3 Piece Capsule Canister Set
You know, once I did my own Kitchen refresh, away went the canisters. They just weren't nice enough anymore. These however, are gorgeous, and proof that you can mix metals.
CB2  

Le Creuset Signature Dutch Oven 
That gold knob is really the icing on the cake, isn't it?  Your white marble, or black and white kitchen needs this now! Perfect for stews, soups, beef bourguignon and coq au vin. Now on sale and sold exclusively at
Williams Sonoma 

Gold Colander
I can't tell you the last time I bought a colander. What about you? Draining those Brussels sprouts and Yukon Golds will be a little more fun using this glam gadget. Also available in copper.
Anthropologie 

Fishs Eddy Gilded Dinnerware
Inspired by old hotels, roadside diners and coffee shops, this collection is beyond chic. Have fun mixing and matching, as each piece is affordable and sold individually.
West Elm  

Fin Trivets
One part function and the other part industrial fashion. Meant for the counter or tabletop, they also will organize the mail. Of special note, this shop is offering the terrific trivets considerably less than anywhere else.
Shop Horne 

Revol USA Tart Dish
It's porcelain, pretty, and perfect for Fall. This is one item I don't own, but if I did, I would be making an apple tarte tatin this weekend.
AHAlife 

Staub® Black Pumpkin Cocotte
The perfect pumpkin! Celebrate the Fall harvest
 with this chic cocotte. You will take it from oven to table when serving stews and soups. Made in France, it will last a lifetime.
Sur La Table

Copper Cheese Tools
From the "Tools To The Table Collection," this is a pretty pair. It's an elegant addition to a cheese plate in the kitchen or anywhere in your home.
Williams-Sonoma  

Heirloom Aprons
Our best kitchen accessory is always our family, especially the children. The family that cooks together.....Well, these are just the best unisex aprons ever. Simple but made with fine linen and cotton. Each apron is packaged with a small preserves jar and includes three blank recipe cards to share. A lovely gift!
Food52 

Stamped Metal Trays
A good tray is indispensable in the kitchen. These are good looking, affordable, and will work with most kitchen styles. Oh! Some of them are on sale, too.
West Elm

Beaker Glass Dish
"See food." Handmade from beaker glass, these serve up soup, pasta, and sides from the oven to the table. They easily will mix with your own serverware collection.
CB2 

MacKenzie-Childs Courtly Check Cooks Tools
Chic checks. You wouldn't dare hide these in the kitchen drawer!
Neiman Marcus

Limited Edition TVS Nonstick Pots
Lightweight and modern cookware, exactly what I have been looking for! These are not what you think they are. Instead they are actually aluminum cored with a non stick coating. Designed by architect Matteo Thun, they are sleek and functional from the cooktop to the oven and into the fridge.
Food52 

Fresh Soil Dipped Wooden Spoons
I need these. They are cleverly crafted and combine beauty and utility in one. Sold as a set.
Food52 

The Perfect Coffee Set Up
This would be nice to wake up to.  Coffee Service with style. See it all at
Nambe
K Cup Carousel   Pot  Canister  Mugs
Cream and Sugar

Striated Napkins

I love the use of a cloth napkin in the kitchen. This style is modern and sophisticated. The hand painted pattern is a take on the designers love for graphic art.
Kelly Wearstler 

Magimix by Robot-Coupe Vision Toaster
Vogue states that this toaster "will change your life." It is pretty cool, isn't it? Forget watching water boil, now we can observe bread browning. This is so interesting you may just want to leave it on the counter.
Williams-Sonoma 

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip + Graham Cracker Cookie S’mores
Of course I have to leave you with a recipe. This one is just in time for Fall bonfires. There is another cookie involved on top of this treat. Click to see more. You're welcome!
Half Baked Harvest

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