Tabletop & Kitchenware
Alessi
130 Greene St., nr. Prince St.; 212-941-7300; alessi.comHani Rashid designed this classic Italian kitchenware brand’s U.S. flagship store, where you can find iconic products such as the Moka coffeepot and the Philippe Starck aluminum citrus juicer. $$$
Asprey
853 Madison Ave., at 70th St.; 212-688-1811; asprey.comThis renowned English luxury-goods house sells mostly jewelry and accessories, but the Madison Avenue showroom also carries the brand’s substantial line of tableware and barware. $$$
Baccarat
625 Madison Ave., at 59th St.; 212-826-4100; baccarat-us.comStill the leader in classic crystal tableware, as well as serving pieces and decorative items like cut-crystal vases and figurines. $$$
Bardith
4901 Madison Ave., nr. 72nd St.; 212-737-3775; bardith.comBardith’s small retail space is crammed with rare china and porcelain, some of it dating back to 1680. Decorative items like candlesticks, silhouette portraits, and framed needlepoint accent the antique finery. $$
Bernardaud
499 Park Ave., at 59th St.; 212-371-4300; bernardaud.frFine tableware from Limoges, a city well-known for its European porcelain. Styles keep an eye on history with clean lines and a timeless feel. $$$
Bowery Kitchen Supply
75 Ninth Ave., nr. 16th St. 212-376-4982; bowerykitchens.comThis tightly packed emporium furnishes professional chefs and home cooks alike with cutlery, Fleetwood blenders, bar equipment, and stainless counters. $$
Broadway Panhandler
65 E. 8th St., nr. Broadway; 866-266-5927; broadwaypanhandler.comToward the side of the store are baking essentials—sheet pans and tart shells—with knives along a brick wall in the back. The store also carries luxury items like retro espresso machines and electric panini grills. $-$$
The Brooklyn Kitchen
100 Frost St., at Meeker Ave., Williamsburg; 718-389-2982; thebrooklynkitchen.comTools for both serious cooks and new-to-the-neighborhood twentysomethings, with a selection of vintage enamel pieces, organic dishcloths, locally made copper cookware, plus a resident dog named Woody. Also specializes in home canning and pickling supplies. $$ (ecofriendly) (made in N.Y.)
Carrol Boyes
126 Prince St., nr. Wooster St.; 212-334-3556; carrollboyes.comSouth African legend Carrol Boyes (who counts Nelson Mandela among her fans) sells functional-yet-sophisticated pitchers, plates, and platters made from pewter, aluminum, and stainless steel. $$-$$$
Cristofle
846 Madison Ave., at 70th St.; 212-308-9390; cristofle.comPioneers in the art of silver-plating technology in the nineteenth century, Christofle is still a leader in the design of traditional elegant silver. $$$
Dinosaur Designs
211 Elizabeth St., nr. Prince St.; 212-680-3523; dinosaurdesigns.comThis Australian company started out making jewelry and expanded into housewares in 1990. One-of-a-kind tableware pieces, including spoons, bowls, plates, and vases in vibrantly colored resin are standouts. $$-$$$
Fishs Eddy
889 Broadway, at 19th St.; 877-347-4733; fishseddy.comThis store has well priced, unused vintage dishes (relics from ocean liners, restaurants, and clubs) as well as new lines from Charley Harper and other designers, and Todd Oldham’s whimsical, aquatic-themed plates. $-$$
Georg Jensen
687 Madison Ave., nr. 62nd St.; 212-759-6457; georgjensen.comOnce the final word in Danish modern housewares, this style setter has now moved into gold and silver jewelry. Rest assured, the serving pieces, silverware, and home ornaments remain unfailingly chic. $$$
Global Table
107–109 Sullivan St., nr. Prince St.; 212-431-5839; globaltable.comThis quiet home-accessories shop is filled with down-to-earth items for the globally conscious. Ceramic and wood pieces, ethnic patterns, and handcraftsmanship are the store’s signatures. Also has a wedding registry. $$
Impressions
1436 Coney Island Ave., at Ave. K, Midwood; 718-338-4438; impressionsgift.comDiscounts on brand-name tableware from labels like Mikasa, Waterford, and Wedgwood make the trek to Midwood worthwhile. $$
James Robinson
480 Park Ave., at 58th St.; 212-752-6166; jrobinson.comThis store has the highest of high-end flatware, hand-beaten from sterling silver. Basic patterns are fairly traditional, although adjustments can be made to suit particular needs: a three-prong fork can become a four-prong, for example, and custom designs are possible. $$$$
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