Wüsthof Names Krause Global VP/Digital
Wüsthof has appointed Elizabeth Krause as global vp/digital, a new position for the company. Krause will start on September 22 and report directly to company chairman Harald Wüsthof.
Gadget & Kitchen Tools
Victorinox To Debut Folding Paring Knife
Victorinox will debut its Swiss Classic Folding Paring knife on September 21. The compact knife is versatile for both in and out of the kitchen, said the company.
ECOlunchbox Founder Authors Sustainability Book
ECOlunchbox founder Sandra Ann Harris has released a new book, “Say Goodbye to Plastic.” The book is described as part memoir and part informational as she discusses living plastic-free.
U-Konserve Releases Stainless Steel Food Containers
U-Konserve recently released its new line of silicone-topped stainless steel food containers. EcoVessel, a manufacturer of hydration products, recently acquired U-Konserve.
Véritable Establishes Division To Grow In U.S. Market
Véritable, a French manufacturer of indoor gardens in Europe, has established Veritable USA in New Castle, Delaware.
Betty Bossi Spotlights Baking Tools For Fall Season
As consumers are baking more, as well as gearing up for fall baking season, Betty Bossi is bringing several new baking and kitchenware tools to the market.
Black+Blum Teams With Prada
Black+Blum has partnered with luxury brand Prada to supply a selection of Black+Blum products featured alongside the Prada Re-Nylon collection.
Opinel Readies Parallele Knife Block Set
Opinel is preparing to debut Parallele, the company’s first-ever knife block set, on October 1.
Dreamfarm Debuts Levoons Measuring Spoons
Dreamfarm has debuted Levoons, the company’s new self-leveling measuring spoons.
Hard Rock To Expand Licensed Products In Europe
Hard Rock International has appointed J&M Brands, a leader in brand extension licensing in Europe, to represent the dining, entertainment and hospitality brand and further expand Hard Rock’s retail presence throughout Europe.
Cangshan, Bonnier Enter Saveur Selects Licensing Deal
Cangshan Cutlery Company has entered into a licensing deal with Bonnier Corp., publisher of Saveur magazine, as it expands its Saveur Selects licensing program. Cangshan will manufacture and distribute the new line of Saveur Selects kitchen knives and cutlery accessories.
Widgeteer Names Zadoff Director Of Sales Operations
Widgeteer has named Jennifer Zadoff as its new director of sales operations.
Oxo Joins 1% For The Planet Charity
Oxo, a division of Helen of Troy, has joined 1% for the Planet, and is committing to donate 1% of its annual sales toward environmental causes. The company is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.
Bamboozle Rolls Out Astrik Food Storage Set
Bamboozle has started to roll out its Astrik food storage set, which is made from renewable natural starches and ground bamboo.
Shaq Kitchenware Line Rolling Out To Target, Sam’s Club
iMedia Brands, the parent company of ShopHQ, has secured retail distribution for select items in its Shaquille O’Neal branded kitchenware, cookware and grill products. Beginning in October 2020, select Shaq products will be available in over 2,000 Target and Sam’s Club stores nationwide.
Kuhn Rikon Debuts Colori Paring Knives
Kuhn Rikon has debuted two new paring knives to its Colori cutlery assortment, a 4-inch paring and 4-inch serrated paring knife.
Typhoon Introduces Herb Planter
Typhoon has introduced new kitchenware products, including herb planters and kitchen scales, which will be ready to ship at the end of September.
Stasher Adds To Stand-Up Storage Bag Collection
Stasher has added two new sizes, Mega and Mini, to its Stand-Up silicone food storage bag assortment.
Betty Bossi Highlights Christmas Pastry Roller
Betty Bossi is highlighting its new Christmas Roller, designed to roll out pastry into Christmas tree shapes. Kuhn Rikon is the exclusive distributor of Betty Bossi in the U.S.
Handstand Kitchen Adds Holiday Gift Sets
Handstand Kitchen has added an assortment of holiday-themed gift sets to its kid-friendly baking tool assortment.