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May, 2008
Inside Chef Suvir Saran’s East-West Kitchen
With his New York kitchen, chef Suvir Saran proves that Indian equipment isn’t essential for Indian cooking.

April, 2008
Modern Farmhouse Style
Slate sinks, a farmhouse-table-turned-island and other salvaged elements add historical style to a Maine kitchen. Photographs by John Kernick

March, 2008
Chef Groupie’s Dream Kitchen
An extreme restaurant-goer picks up cooking-equipment tips from the chefs he adores, like Joël Robuchon and Alain Ducasse.

February, 2008
More Lessons From a Kitchen Guru
Designer Christopher Peacock shares his strategies for building the perfect kitchen, from the ideal island size to the right countertop finish.

February, 2008
Lessons From a Kitchen Guru
Designer Christopher Peacock shares his strategies for building the perfect kitchen, from the ideal island size to the right countertop finish.

December, 2007
Kitchen Ideas: The Modern Farmhouse
"The kitchen is a socially dynamic place, where you cook food and prepare for parties. Minimalism doesn't work."

December, 2007
Kitchen Ideas: The Tiny Kitchen

December, 2007
Kitchen Ideas: The Art Lover’s Kitchen

November, 2007
Getting the Most From a Slow Cooker
F&W tested the latest models, then asked cookbook author and slow-cooker expert Beth Hensperger for smart and unexpected ways to use them.

October, 2007
Retro-Cool Kitchen
Chef David Gingrass updated his 1970s Napa bungalow combining retro colors (burnt orange) and textures (shag) with modern style and hyperfunctional equipment.

August, 2007
House of Tile
The owners of Heath Ceramics share their best design strategies, from using tile "seconds" to creating patterns with matte and glossy finishes.

July, 2007
A Restaurant-Style Kitchen
California chef Trey Foshee borrowed the best ideas from restaurants—wood-burning oven, separate stations for each task—for his home kitchen. Plus: pizza, pasta and other recipes from chef Trey Foshee.

July, 2007
Cooking: a Field Guide to the Future
For anyone who’s ever dreamed of being a chef, here’s an insider’s guide to the latest tools, ingredients and fantasy experiences.

June, 2007
Best Grills for Parties
Inspired by traditional grills from Japan, Spain and beyond, U.S. designers are creating new kinds of equipment that are ideal for entertaining.

June, 2007
The Power of Touch
Throw away your tongs and toss your food processor. Chef Daniel Patterson believes that in the kitchen, nothing can replace human hands.

May, 2007
The Experimental Kitchen
Two architects explore new uses for familiar materials in three ingenious kitchens.

March, 2007
A Star L.A. Kitchen
While renovating her Spanish Revival kitchen, a movie producer found inspiration in classic L.A. style.

February, 2007
Ultimate Refrigerator Buying Guide
From wireless TV fridges to vibration-free wine storage units, here’s everything you need to know about buying your next fridge.

September, 2006
New Kitchen Design Trends
Adjustable hoods for tall cooks, six-foot-wide fridges: The latest kitchen trends are all about oversize ambition and imagination.

July, 2006
A Restaurateur's Retreat
Steve Hanson adds some restaurant touches to the renovated kitchen in his country house.

June, 2006
New Kitchen Pavilions
Covered outdoor kitchens have become elaborate annexes, with big grills and even antiques.

December, 2005
Home - The Bespoke Kitchen
Chicago's Mick De Giulio rethinks everything from the refrigerator door to the kitchen sink.

November, 2005
Cooking Without a Kitchen: Home Renovation
A kitchen renovation doesn't mean cooking deprivation—not when you can make French onion soup in a microwave and leg of lamb in a fireplace

October, 2005
A Napa Chef's Dream Kitchen
An architect steals elements of restaurant design, from a stainless steel island to a superfast dishwasher.

April, 2005
Buying Guide: 25 Ways to Save or Splurge
Whether you have $25,000 or $150,000 to spend, Cincinnati-based architect John Senhauser reveals his top sources for a luxe-looking, ultrafunctional kitchen.

November, 2004
Material Girl | A Feel-Good Kitchen - Tina Ujlaki
When planning her kitchen, F&W's Tina Ujlaki picked materials that would look—and feel—great.

January, 2004
Tool Splurges & Steals
You can spend thousands on a spectacular grill—or $60 for a good one. Here, equipment at every price for the health-minded cook.

November, 2003
Holiday Helpers
A multitasking timer, a slip-proof carving board and other essentials.

September, 2003
Our Kitchen Makeover
The F&W test kitchen finally gets a long-needed renovation. Here are the best ideas, plus smart tips for making any kitchen a better place to cook.

August, 2003
10 Best New Tools
These innovations for the kitchen are fast and strong—and better yet, they multitask like crazy.

July, 2003
Bobby Flay's Way
For his new country kitchen, the Food Network chef combined natural materials like slate and granite with a cooler, '60s aesthetic

June, 2003
Top 10 New Tools
The best innovations, picked from thousands of choices at the Chicago Housewares Show.

May, 2003
Travel Trophies
Executive Joe Sherman travels the world to find tools for the Viking Culinary Arts Center. Here, some of his best discoveries.

April, 2003
Detailed Directions
From a glass backsplash to apple-green drawers, this kitchen by Chris Smith and Claire Baldwin of CMS Architecture & Design is unique. Here, more than a dozen of the best ideas.

February, 2003
A Cleaning Guru's Tools | Cheryl Mendelson
Cheryl Mendelson, author of the sleeper hit "Home Comforts," ignores fancy packaging to find housekeeping marvels at supermarkets and hardware stores.

January, 2003
Healthy Helpers
10 key kitchen items for the nutrition-minded cook

December, 2002
Teacher's Tools | Cooking Equipment for Kids
Rob Seideman of the Cooking School of Aspen names his favorite equipment for kids.

November, 2002
Architect's Picks | Richard Meier
Richard Meier's taste in kitchens reflects his signature style: bold, linear, versatile.

September, 2002
What's In Store
Bloomingdale's housewares guru Lester Gribetz names ten trends. F&W offers kitchenware to match.

August, 2002
Best of Show Top 10
The best introductions from the Kitchen & Bath show, where companies compete to debut the next big thing.

July, 2002
Mexico Master's Top 10
Chef-scholar Rick Bayless of Chicago's Frontera grill recounts his favorite tools and sources.

April, 2002
Chic & Thrifty Top 10
Katie Brown--author, do-it-yourself queen and host of a new tv program--names the things she adores.

September, 2001
Kitchen Show's Top 10
Our market editor scouts out the new kitchen introductions before they even hit the stores and names the 10 that made her personal wish list.

August, 2001
Designer's Top 10
Kitchen Designer Florence Perchuk adores new technology almost as much as old-fashioned comfort. Here, she names 10 things that epitomize her style.

July, 2001
Trotter's Top Ten
Chicago chef Charlie Trotter is a famous perfectionist. Here, the 10 kitchen essentials that help him meet his own impossible standards.