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May in the Kitchen
Fresh ingredients, longer evenings, and a little more time spent outside.
May is when cooking finally gets easier. The ingredients are better, the meals get simpler, and you don’t have to try quite as hard to make things feel special. You’re just cooking what looks good at the market or what’s finally popping up in the garden.
If you’re growing your own, there’s that early excitement of snacking on peas straight from the vine while the tomatoes catch up. Evenings are stretching out, and we’re finding ourselves back at the grill more often than not. Between Mother’s Day and Memorial Day BBQs, there are plenty of reasons to step it up—whether it's a big spread or just a better way to prep.
Keep reading to see the tools we’re reaching for this month.
In the Kitchen:
Tools + Recipes
From Garden to Kitchen: The Tools We’re Reaching For
When the ingredients are this fresh, you don't need much. These are the daily drivers we’re reaching for to snip, prep, and organize our way through the best of the season.
Cangshan Shears
The kind of tool you reach for without thinking. Snipping herbs, breaking down greens, opening whatever needs opening—they end up doing more than you expect. And did we mention they’re on sale?
Prepara Herb Savor Eco
If you’re harvesting your own herbs—or bringing them home from the market—this keeps them fresh a little longer. The slim design tucks right into the fridge door, so they’re always within reach when you need them.
Prep & Pinch Bowls
There’s something about lining up ingredients in little bowls that makes it feel like you’ve got your life together (at least in the kitchen).
Glass prep bowls and these colorful Now Designs pinch bowls keep everything organized while you cook—and they’re a lifesaver in small kitchens where counter space is already working overtime.
Epicurean BBQ Board
This durable, knife-friendly wood composite board is made for carving, slicing, and serving straight from the grill. It’s non-porous, dishwasher safe, and handles heat, juices, and sauce without a second thought. And the extra deep well catches all the tasty (and messy) juices from running all over your counter. A Pepperberries staff favorite!
RSVP Grill Topper Set
Perfect for the things that usually fall through the grates—think asparagus, shrimp, or those sliced-up peppers for Cinco de Mayo fajitas. The porcelain coating makes cleanup actually easy, and the set gives you options depending on how much you’re firing up.
RSVP Roasting Basket
Rugged enough for the grill, polished enough for the table. This stainless steel basket handles everything from crispy seasonal potatoes to charred garden beans with ease. Durable, functional, and ready for a crowd.
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Cangshan Spotlight
There is a reason professional chefs and home cooks alike are making the switch to Cangshan. These knives are the perfect balance of elite ergonomics and striking design—they look just as good as they cut.
Watch the video above to see the craftsmanship in action, from the high-alloy Swedish steel to the hand-sharpened edges that make every slice feel effortless.
Come see us to get a feel for these knives in person and grab your favorites before the sale ends!
From Garden to Plate
Whether you’re looking to grow a windowsill herb garden for fresh pesto or planning a backyard heirloom tomato patch, Little Red Farm Nursery has the expertise to help your kitchen garden thrive. Pick up a few starts and see for yourself; nothing upgrades a simple summer sauce or salad quite like ingredients grown right outside your own door.
You Asked, We Listened
After many, many requests, we now carry beeswax bread bags! Five Oaks Farm Beeswax Bags create the perfect "breathable" seal—keeping your crust crisp and the inside soft for days, and naturally helps prevent mold growth.