We’re finally here! The warm weather has arrived and with it a promise of Summer Fridays, long weekends, and of course, a calendar full of hang time and hosting celebrations with friends. Just like a change of the season with your wardrobe, we’re also fans of bringing in some new pieces for the kitchen to get you excited. Enter Pop-In@Nordstrom, an ongoing series of themed and curated mini-shops that feature unique and often exclusive merchandise. As the brainchild of Olivia Kim—Nordstrom’s Vice President of Creative Projects—the current shop, Pop-In@Nordstrom Eats More (running May 25–July 8) features cooking essentials and innovative appliances, Instagram-worthy serveware, tools that tackle cleanup, and of course, wellness favorites. Here’s a preview of some of our favorite items and some ideas for how you can use them to plan delicious meals this summer!
The Perfect Tools to Prep for a Dinner Party with Friends
Consider yourself a confident cook? Feel like a pro when you amp up your kitchen with these quality tools that are simple to use and beautiful to cook with. You’ll be slicing and dicing in style, making any dinner party prep a breeze. Get to work on your greens for a family-style salad with the RIG-TIG Chopping Board and Opinel Chef’s Knife; and if you want to impress with a stylish way for guests to serve themselves at the table, try the Pebbly Salad Servers. For the main course, roast up some chicken thighs sprinkled with Daphnis and Chloe Greek Oregano & Smoked Chili Flakes (available in-store only) in the HAY Enamel Tray. The JIA Inc. Ceramic Steamer Set is made from moisture-regulating terra-cotta which creates an ideal steaming environment for a side of veggies with a miso-ginger dressing. For that true family-style feel during dinner, bring the roasted chicken back to the table and set on the fruitsuper design Lift Trivet. It’s a meal like this one that brings everyone together.
Make Your Meal Prep For the Week Quick and Easy
We’re fans of meal prep, but we know that getting organized can sometimes feel like a chore. That’s why a few stylish essentials can put you in the right mood to spend an hour or two cooking for the week. First, start by washing and draining your produce in the RIG-TIG Drop Colander. With its award-winning design, you can use it as a traditional colander or close it into a dome and pour water from the tap directly into the handle. Then, chop and prep your veggies and greens on the sturdy beHome Reversible Chopping Board before roasting batches in the oven in the enameled steel HAY tray. They’ll come out perfectly crunchy and ready to toss into in grain bowls, salads, and even soups for lunch and dinner during the week.
Say Cheers to Craft Cocktails Made at Home With Stylish Serveware
If it’s summer, you can bet you’ll find us outdoors saying cheers to a craft cocktail—but having the right tools to make them extra special is key. Shake up a few spicy margaritas with the kick of W&P Design Spicy Margarita Cocktail Syrup (in stores only) and fresh squeezed limes—thanks to the Cilio Citrus Press. The perfect cocktail vessel? A YIELD Double-Wall 6-oz. Glass. These elegant double-wall glasses insulate cold (or hot) drinks and are also dishwasher safe—making it simple to clean up after the evening winds down. No cocktail moment is complete without a few simple snacks to nosh on. Our favorite way to dress up the humble pretzel is by laying them out on a chic platter like the Good Thing Frank Tray. You can also season your own popcorn with herb salt for a savory bite and then pour it into the HAY Enamel Bowl for guests to help themselves while you tend to those margs.
Make Date Night at Home Extra Special with Unique Plates and Accessories
Would we head out on an omakase date night to Nobu every night of the week if we could? Ah, yes. But while that’s a great idea in theory, we tend to bring date night inside more often than not. To save our budget yet still bring in that elevated vibe to an at-home dinner date, we love to order delivery from our favorite local Japanese joint and then create our own sushi hot spot by using the right kind of serveware and unique accessories. Ditch those plastic to-go containers and plate your favorite sushi and sashimi on the Good Thing Frank Tray. Then pair with the Pebbly Sushi Tong Set—which comes with two pairs of wooden chopsticks and a condiment duo for your wasabi and ginger. Extra points for you if you pour your sauce from the Risu Soy Sauce Server (available in-store only). It’s a great way to turn a night in into something a little more special.
For more on Pop-In@Nordstrom Eats More along with dates, locations, and products visit Nordstrom.com/pop.