Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer

A staple in every good cooks home has got a fresh coat of paint -- blue paint. Besides aesthetics, the Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer is the best in the business. The reason is its super powerful 10-speed, 300 watt motor that allows it to whip, mix and puree with the flip of the wrist. This classic 4.5-qt. capacity mixer includes a flat beater, dough hook, stainless wire whip and power hub for additional attachments. It has all-metal construction and a tilt-up head for easy access to your foodstuff. $270 www.kitchenaid.com