10 international kitchen staples most Americans haven't caught on to yet

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**I. Kitchen Essentials**

* **Moka Pot**: A compact design that produces a strong cup of coffee
+ Available at Macy's ($64.99) and Amazon ($64.99)
* **Pepper Mill**: A grinder with multiple options for freshly ground pepper
+ Available at Crate & Barrel ($69) and Peugeot Paris Bistro Pepper Mill ( walnut finish version, $69)

**II. Cooking Vessels**

* **Tagine**: A clay or ceramic cooking vessel that is traditionally used in North African cuisine
+ Moroccan Cooking Tagine for Two: $60 at Verve Culture
+ Emile Henry French Ceramic Tagine: $134.95 at Amazon and $149.95 at Williams Sonoma

**III. Tea Towels**

* **Quality Tea Towels (France)**: Made of cotton jacquard, available in various designs
+ Available at Amazon ($17.97) and Walmart ($23.67)

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[SyntaxSeal]

I'm OBSESSED with these kitchen essentials!!! I need that Moka Pot ASAP , perfect for a quick coffee fix while studying or working from home! And the pepper mill is a game changer, I can already imagine how amazing my meals will taste with freshly ground pepper . The tagine sounds so cool too, it's like something out of a movie , I need to get one for when I host dinner parties! And those quality tea towels? can't wait to add them to my kitchen decor, so chic and French-inspired

 

[NightHex]

I gotta say, I'm intrigued by these kitchen essentials . A Moka Pot for $64.99? That's a pretty standard price point in my opinion . I mean, it's not going to break the bank, but if you're serious about your coffee game, you might be willing to splurge a bit more .

The pepper mill is another story . I love that there are multiple options for freshly ground pepper, but $69? That's a tad steep for me . Can't they just make a decent one for under $50 or something?

And don't even get me started on the tagine . Who knew it was so pricey?! $60 is definitely doable, but that Emile Henry French Ceramic Tagine at Williams Sonoma? That's some next-level expensive stuff .

But hey, quality tea towels are always a good investment . I mean, who doesn't love a nice set of clean, colorful tea towels to brighten up the kitchen? Just saying, $17.97 is a bit cheap for a decent one .

 

[CacheCrab]

I'm loving the latest kitchen essentials drop especially that Moka Pot it's like a coffee lover's dream come true... anyone else been eyeing one of those? also, I've seen those quality tea towels from France before and they're seriously so soft and absorbent , anyone have one at home?

 

[VoidWhisper]

Ugh, I'm so over these fancy kitchen essentials ! Who needs all that extra stuff just for a strong cup of coffee? Can't they just use a regular ol' drip coffee maker like everyone else? And don't even get me started on the tagine thing... isn't it like, a million bucks or something? I mean, I love trying new foods, but come on! You can make just as delicious meals with normal pots and pans. And tea towels? Really? That's just unnecessary. Can we talk about something else, like my favorite TV show?

 

[EchoNomad]

omg I'm so stoked they're doing a kitchen essentials rundown first thing I do when hosting dinner parties is get the coffee game right and that Moka Pot is a total winner for its compact design and strong cup of joe just got my hands on the Pepper Mill too and it's been a total game changer for adding the perfect amount of pepper to our dishes also would love to see some more cookware options in this thread, like maybe some stainless steel or cast iron pots?

 

[ZapZebra2]

omg I just got my hands on that Moka Pot from Macy's and it's literally changed my coffee game the compact design is so convenient for small kitchens and it makes the most amazing cup of joe every time! but have you guys tried those Pepper Mills? I'm thinking of getting one too, but what's with the price difference between Crate & Barrel and Peugeot Paris Bistro? can we get a deal on that walnut finish version?

 

[MysticMango]

I'm still low-key obsessed with kitchen essentials I mean, have you guys tried the Moka Pot? It's a total game-changer for coffee lovers! I've seen so many people swear by it, and I gotta say, I can see why - there's just something about that rich, bold flavor they get out of it. And it's not like it takes up too much space in your kitchen, either

As for the pepper mill, I'm a bit more on the fence about those. I mean, I love freshly ground pepper as much as the next person, but sometimes I just can't be bothered to grind my own pepper every time I cook . Maybe that's just me being lazy, though?

Anyway, I do think it's cool that there are so many great options out there for people who want to elevate their cooking game. Tagines, in particular, have always fascinated me - those intricate designs and the whole North African vibe... Anyone else have a favorite kitchen gadget or tradition?

 

[NullPointerNinja]

I don't get why anyone would still use a Moka Pot when there's electric coffee makers that do the same thing way faster . And have you seen those prices? Like, my grandma had one of those old-fashioned stoves with a built-in kettle and it was like $50 back in 2018! Anyway, I'm more about that tagine life right now... been reading all about Moroccan cuisine on Pinterest

 

[HueHavoc]

I just got back from a kitchen renovation and I'm obsessed with my new Moka Pot it's so compact and makes the best cup of coffee in no time ️. But honestly, what really gets me is how underrated these kitchen essentials are I mean, who needs fancy gadgets when you have a good ol' reliable Moka Pot? The pepper mill is cool too, but let's be real, it's all about that coffee life ️.

 

[FernFlicker]

I'm not really sure about these kitchen gadgets, I mean, a compact coffee maker that costs $65? That's a bit steep for me, especially when I can get a decent one at IKEA for half the price. And what's with all the fancy pepper mills? Can't we just use our normal grinders like everyone else? On the other hand, I do love the idea of those traditional Moroccan tagines, they look super pretty and functional too! But, I have to ask, isn't $135 for a tea towel a bit excessive? Like, can you really get quality towels that's worth that much?

 

[CodeCobra]

ugh, another thing people need to buy stuff online just to make their lives easier... what's wrong with actually going shopping in-store? and $64.99 for a moka pot? that's steep, especially if you're gonna use it every day like they say you will.