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Ben Tally, Ben Tally + Associates
404.221.1003 | bentallyassociates.com
Product: Cast Iron Skillets | Manufacturer: Finex
The Scoop: “Cast iron is a staple in every home, especially the South,” says Tally. “When I ran into this line last year, I instantly recognized them as another iconic brand, along the lines of All-Clad or Riedel Crystal. They’re made in the USA and encompass quality, design,
and performance all in one.” The skillets include features like a speed- cool spring handle, an octagonal design that allows for pouring from different angles, and an ultra-polished, hand-seasoned finish. Finexusa.com
Product: Paris Press | Manufacturer: Peugeot
The Scoop: The Paris Press combines a hand grinder with a cafetiere coffee maker. A few turns of the handle grinds fresh beans directly into the brewing vessel. Add hot water, brew for five minutes, and push the plunger down. “This product grinds the coffee into a vessel like
a French Press, so you get the best of both worlds,” says Tally.
“Coffee is extremely hot right now and this is one of the most innovative products \\\\\\\[I’ve seen\\\\\\\] for this channel in a couple of years.” Peugeot.com/en
Joel Kasperzak, Kasperzak & Associates
770.664.7205
Product: Imersa Elite | Manufacturer: Vesta
The Scoop: “This is a great product that fits in a drawer,” says Kasperzak. “Its unique design keeps the electronics component away from the steam of the sous vide bath.” The Immersa has wi-fi connectivity, a touchscreen digital display, and can heat up to
30 liters of water. It has a compact, foldable design. Vestaprecision.com
Product: Microwave Grill | Manufacturer: Lekue
The Scoop: “This is a great item that allows you to grill in the microwave and get results like you’ve grilled in a pan,” says Kasperzak. The grill features susceptor material that transforms a microwave’s energy into heat that permeates the metal plates, which leave actual browned grill marks on both sides of the food.
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Product: Olive Oil Saver | Manufacturer: Hoyt Products
The Scoop: Using the same technology as wine savers, this tool creates a vacuum in an olive oil bottle to preserve the flavor and oil of olive oil between uses. “It’s a unique system that removes the precise amount of air needed for preservation, and an indicator lets you know that it’s sealed properly,” says Kasperzak.
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