FOR A NICE SLICE There is no way to count with existing technology the numbers of pies, cakes, lasagnas and casseroles we've senselessly massacred because we lacked adequate tools to make the transfer to the plate in a clean and aesthetically pleasing fashion. Maybe that's why we were wowed by the two-in-one serving knife by Kuhn Rikon, which provides a built-in serrated edge to slice through foods. Then, with a twist of the wrist, it can slide under the food to serve it up easily without having to switch between two tools. The 10-inch knife retails about $14, while the 12-inch version goes for $16. Available at specialty and online retailers, including www.factorydirect2you.com (866) 233-6587. ...more

November 23, 2008

A rundown of a variety of kitchen-related items. ...more

November 19, 2008

Tampa's International Auto Show opened at noon Thursday, offering peeks of and chances to sit in cars ranging from everyday Chevys to exotic Lamborghinis. ...more

November 7, 2008

What do you get when you mix a Puerto Rican, an Englishman, a New Zealander and a half-Italian, half-Korean? ...more

May 27, 2008