In the Spring, thousands gather at the annual International Home and Housewares
Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. With thousands of
exhibitors, the numerous aisles can be a little overwhelming. When
searching for some of the year's must have new home items, the Annual
IHA Innovations Awards are a perfect starting point.
The
Third Annual Innovation Awards announced winners in 13 categories on
March 15, 2014. The winners varied from smaller entrepreneurs to more
well known name brands. Each product fills an unaddressed need in the
particular category.
Here is a list of 2014 IHA Innovations winners. Bath + Personal Care: Polder Housewares, Inc., Hot Sleeve Cleaning:Flood Products, Flood Sax Cook + Bakeware:Now Designs, Dumpling Cube Floor + Carpet Care:iRobot, Roomba 880 Home Décor + Gifts:The Sweetheart Gallery, Inc., It’s a Snap Frame Home Organization + Storage:Prepara, Evak Household Electrics + Home Environment:Moneual USA, Inc., SW (Smart Wristband) Baby Monitor Kitchen Electrics: L’Equip, Infrared Kitchen Hand Tools + Cutlery:HIC, Harold Import Co., Evo Oil Sprayer Kitchenware:Staybowlizer, Staybowlizer Personal Care + Home Healthcare: Objecto / Hatzlachh Supply Inc., H5 Spiral Hybrid Humidifier Pet Products: Ginsey Home Solutions, Dirty Paws Footbath Tabletop:GRAYL, The Water Filtration Cup
When it comes to preparing a delicious meal, the mise en place, or kitchen prep,
is the foundation to the perfect dish. Whether the recipe calls for
dicing or chopping, each task should be completed before the ingredients
hit the pan.
When it comes to kitchen prep, peeling the fruits and vegetables can be a slippery, mess.The Kuhn Rikon Hold, Peel and Pop is a kitchen tool that simplifies the prep process. This simple, yet ingenious tool does the following.
Holds fruits and vegetables securely while fingers are kept at a safe distance
Once done, push handle forward to release prongs from food
Fun, compact shape for easy storage
Dish Washer Safe
Hand wash and air dry recommended
The
Kuhn Rikon Hold, Peel and Pop works quite well with potatoes. Removing
the skin can be a mess. With this kitchen tool, there is no losing a
grip. The item to be peeled is held securely and keeps fingers away from
sharp peelers and knives. It quickens the prep time.
The Kuhn Rikon Hold, Peel and Pop retails for approximately $8. I can be purchased a kitchen stores or online.
