Fresh Food Ideas

Good news is happening and it looks like America is getting over the hump and better days are surely coming.  Most of us, though, are still cautious and living a more frugal life.  This, of course, means eating more meals in, which, requires us to keep more food on hand.  As the saying goes, "waste not, want not" -- when food spoils, it's just like throwing money down the drain.  It is good to have well designed storage containers for leftovers and other staples that you don't want to get stale.  At Village Kitchenware, we have a good selection of affordable storage sets that will help you keep more money in your pocket.

Extremely affordable, the Ragalta 60-Piece Plastic Storage Set will provide you with a container for almost any purpose.  You can store leftovers, dry foods, and pack lunches or snacks for picnics with this extensive set that includes thirty containers with lids.  They range from large to smaller sized ones, round to rectangular, and are very versatile.  Other nice things about them, you can put them in the freezer, reheat with them in the microwave, and, better yet, they are top rack dishwasher safe.




Whether you are looking for convenient storage containers, or, you like to marinate meat, fish and poultry, the Chef's Basic Vacuum Seal Container Set is for you.  The secret is in the specially designed lids that form a tight vacuum seal when you pump out air with the included handheld pump.  This will keep foods fresh for an extended period of time.  They are also ideal for marinating foods in just minutes instead of hours.  By adding the marinade to your food and creating the vacuum seal, the pores open up and readily accept the marinade.  You can also put these containers in the freezer and they are dishwasher safe.


Humidity can be the enemy of so many of our favorite foods.  Now there is an easy way to store and measure out foods -- the convenient Pourable Food Storage Set.  This pourable storage container set is so handy, you'll wonder what you ever did without it! Four graduated sizes are included, use them for cereal, noodles, rice, lentils, coffee beans, or, just about anything else that you can think of. Made from plastic, the sliding openings ensure that foods stay fresh. The tallest is 6" x 4" x 8" high. Hand Wash Only

The Cutting Edge

Your best friend in the kitchen when you are preparing fruits, vegetables or cubing meats is a knife with a sharp blade.  You are much more likely to accidentally cut yourself with a dull knife than with a sharp one.  A good knife will make your task much easier and shorten the time it takes to complete your task.  There are many innovative knife sets available for your kitchen, and, at Village Kitchenware we have included a wide selection.  You are sure to find one that will suit your needs and fit your budget.

Miracle Blade cutlery has been around since 1989 and has become a favorite of both chefs and family cooks.  The Perfection III 11-Piece Cutlery Set is their best set yet.  Made from stainless steel, the blades never need sharpening, and, the ergonomically designed handles will give you a sure grip.  Very well designed, this set includes their curved Rock 'n Chop knife as well as their Straight Edge Chop 'n Scoop knife.  You are sure to find the right knife for any task with this set.

Ginsu knives have come a long way from the knives touted on their infomercials many years ago.  One of the best designs for cutlery that Ginsu has come up with is their Shoku series.  These fine knives are a chef's dream and the set includes six knives, a sharpening rod and hanger.  Made from fully forged Japanese steel that is stain and rust resistant, they are well balanced for optimum performance.  These knives feature colorful anodized handles and a powerful magnetic hanging strip for your kitchen wall.  These knives are available with crimson, ebony, eggplant, frost, or spiced pear handles.  You will be proud to show them off!

Ceramic cutlery has become very popular, and we have a nice set from Slitzer that won't break the bank.  This five piece set includes a chef's knife, carving knife, paring knife and an all-purpose utility knife along with a very effective peeler.  The ceramic coating ensures that these knives will remain extra sharp throughout their use and the sure grip handles give you superior control.  At only $24.95 for the set, they are an incredibly good value.

Coffee Time

We Americans most certainly love our coffee.  For some, just a few cups in the morning will do, while others crave this magnificent brew all day long.  Coffee is a booming business, even in challenging times, and, there are so many different ways to order it, it can make your head spin.  A good way of saving money is to enjoy this beverage at home more often.  At Village Kitchenware, we have stylish and colorful items that will make your coffee time the highlight of your day.

A simple and delicious way to brew an outstanding cup of coffee is a French Press.   Beautifully designed and very elegant, our French Press Coffee/Tea Set from Wyndham House is a joy to use.  Just add hot water to the press and your grounds, when the steeping process is done, press the plunger down.  Grounds are held at the bottom by the press.  Included with the press are four handsome glass coffee mugs with stainless steel accents.  You can also use this set to brew and serve your favorite tea.

Create the atmosphere of a sidewalk cafe with the Bistro Coffee Mug Set.  These colorful ceramic mugs come in a set of four, you get one in lime green, blue, red and orange.  They each come with a matching spoon that rests in the mug handle when not in use.  Each mug holds a generous 10 ounces and they are both dishwasher and microwave safe!

Whisk your mind off to the warmth of the Tuscan sun with a set of Vibrant Swirl Coffee Cups & Saucers.  Very sophisticated and colorful, the cups feature an elegant olive branch motif while the matching saucers have a vibrant swirl edging.  You receive a set of four ceramic cups and saucers, one in misty green, sky blue, warm gold and soft red.  This set is both dishwasher and microwave safe for ease of use.

The Durability of Stainless Steel Cookware

If you are looking to find cookware that will give you years of faithful service and outstanding performance, stainless steel is an excellent choice.  The beauty of this cookware is that it is practically indestructable while providing many benefits to the designated cook.  Because stainless steel does not absorb flavors or odors, your food will retain it's own natural flavor.  Cleaning is easy, if food does stick a little soaking will take care of it and stainless cookware is usually dishwasher safe.  Many sets now include non-stick pans which make them an even more attractive option.  At Village Kitchenware we are proud to offer a selection of affordable, high quality stainless steel cookware.

A set of exceptional quality that is made in the U.S.A. is the American Kitchen 10-Piece Stainless Steel Cookware Set.  This cookware includes impact bonded aluminum discs that ensure the cookware heats up quickly and cooks evenly.  Very stylish, the exterior of this American Kitchen cookware features brushed stainless steel with stay cool stainless steel handles.   There are even capacity marks on the cookware for easy measurement.  For easy cooking and cleaning, the skillets have PFOA free non-stick coating on them.  Included are two saucpans with lids, a stock pot with lid, saute pan with lid, and two skillets.

An affordable set that comes with so very much, the Farberware Classic 17-Piece Cookware Bakeware Set makes a great wedding present, gift for kids on their own for the first time, or, if you just want to freshen up your kitchen.  Great features include fully encapsulated bottoms for even heating and tight fitting lids for self-basting.  This set includes; three saucepans with lids, a dutch oven with lid, a stock pot with lid, two non-stick skillets, a three piece bowl set, a non-stick cookie sheet and a non-stick rectangular cake pan.

Very innovative, the WearEver 10-Piece Cook & Strain Stainless Steel Set is so easy to cook with.  Just like the name implies, you can cook a meal and then strain water off without needing a collander!  The collander lids are so handy, just pick the pan up and drain it into the sink.  Nice quality, this cookware is made of 18/10 stainless steel with tri-ply bases and mirror finished exteriors.  The set includes two sauce pans with lids, a dutch oven with lid, a saute/skillet pan, a slotted spoon, solid spoon and slotted turner.