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Perhaps the most Instagrammable restaurant in London, Sketch boasts distinctive powder-pink interiors set in an 18th-century Mayfair townhouse. The Wes Anderson-esque space, the work of Paris-based interior designer India Mahdavi, comprises pink walls and matching scalloped, pink-velvet booths, completed by artworks courtesy of David Shrigley, who also designed the restaurant’s flatware. The food is equally well-designed, described by the restaurant as “site-specific sculptural works.”

“I love a meal like this with family or friends – everyone will love it, and putting out bowls of cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro or any other toppings you’d like for everyone to tailor their own bowl is always fun,” she said.

Though forks and knives often play second fiddle to the food at hand, quality flatware elevates the dining experience and can be an affordable means of stepping up one’s domestic game. If what architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (among others) said is true, that “God is in the details,” think of well-designed flatware as divine intervention. Ryan Turf, managing director of CB2, believes that even the most frugal should consider investing in a solid set.

When shopping for your kitchen, many of these little gadgets and tools may seem frivolous. You may be left to wonder, "Will I actually use that avocado slicer? Or would a regular knife suffice?"

A waffle maker is one of those single-use tools most people are unsure about, but Krups’ has earned its place in my kitchen. It turns out perfectly shaped diner-like waffles in about 10 minutes, and has become a regular part of my weekend routine. Plus, its grates pop off, so you can easily clean it without risking any damage. — Brandt Ranj, Insider Picks Associate Editor

It’s hard to find a brushed gold finish that also happens to be dishwasher-safe. This gorgeous set is sturdy enough to be your everyday, but it’s also definitely dinner-party worthy.

When the time came to combine the eggs and biscuits on our beautifully set table in the cafeteria, the meal got solid reviews. “It’s good!” Bryttanye said. “Marvelous!” added Mirelyze enthusiastically. Jayden announced “I love the peppers!” but Gabriel carefully ate around every one on his plate. “I don’t like peppers,” he explained, “but I like cucumbers, pickles and broccoli.” Before we had finished eating, the young chefs wanted to know what we would be making the next week. “I want to learn how to make more different foods,” Bryttanye noted. “I want to try different things I’ve never tried before,” said Mirelyze. And what was the most important thing they learned in the first class? “Keep your fingers away from the knives!” Gabriel exclaimed. “Yesssss!” everyone said, all together.

To make cold foam, Starbucks uses a proprietary "Cloud powder" made with, of course, egg whites. Baristas mix the powder, the milk of your choice (even coconut milk), and any flavoring for the drink, then whip it all together in a blender. The result is a surprisingly thick foam that can be layered with espresso, ice, and toppings to create drinks that are appealing both visually and texturally. Then again, if you’re allergic to eggs or just don’t eat them, it’s definitely not for you.

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You could swap your boring old measuring cups for this nine-piece set from Amazon to make your baking more magical than ever before. The entire set is available for $35.99 online.

Is it time for new flatware? With Wayfair’s Autumn Refresh Sale, you can save big on the Oneida Katy 90 Piece Flatware Set. On sale for 59% off, the simple, yet sophisticated design is perfect for a more casual Thanksgiving dinner setting and can be used even after the holidays are over.