Bella Cucina turns up the heat

Best of Italy

Kitchen designs that bridge old and new worlds with innovation and timeless quality thanks to Renzo Rastelli.
rastelli.com

Too many cooks may spoil the broth so stake your claim and make sure the kitchen is your most cherished part of your castle.

5 Tips to get the look

1) Sear, roast, reduce for a memorable meal.
2) Macerate to soften fruits natural juices.
3) Add a bouquet garni with fresh herb flavour.
4) Dry heat or indirect – it’s your choice.
5) Try Brunoise- tiny cubes are elegant.

Help your confections soar

It’s a stand for a cake, but no stand-in—Torta designs were created to take centre stage on the table.
annanewyork.com

Good-bye hot spots

Easy-to-clean flat rivet system provides a smooth cooking surface. Tri-ply clad construction is for quick heating.
all-clad.ca

Full bodied and retro red

Cavecool wine coolers are designed and developed in Denmark. Packed with clever technology and features. They store up to 19 Bordeaux type bottles.
New True Residential Appliances

Quality dough at home

Small and sleek, the Ooni Mixer fits comfortably on the countertop. With a dual-action kneading spiral it lets you create bakery and pizzeria quality on your own.
Ooni

Let the games begin

Start celebrating early with this Olimpia cake stand that pays homage to Milan’s 2026 Olympic games.
artemest.com

Sweet and sour

A nostalgic raspberry ripple sauce for your ice cream sundae. Great with desserts, yogurt and granola or classic oatmeal.
Hawkshead Relish Company

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