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This countertop butter dish neatly stores butter at room temperature, keeping it spreadable without sacrificing any of its fresh flavor. The flip-top lid blocks exposure to light and air, while a built-in knife rest keeps the included spreader off the counter. There’s even a hidden ridge to scrape the spreader (or a knife) clean on. Use the serrated grip tongs to grab toasted items or to push and pull your oven rack to avoid burning your fingers.

This reusable silicone bag cuts down on waste by replacing throwaway plastic baggies. Each is completely plastic-free, and seals up to keep food fresh. Eco-friendly, too, the bag is lunch box-ready, and can go from the pantry into the freezer, microwave, or dishwasher without worry. Is there anything this mighty bag can’t do? Well, it won’t break down like plastic does—or get tossed away.

Bluapple with Activated Carbon absorbs and neutralizes the ethylene gas given off by produce to keep it fresh 2-3 times longer than normal, as well as ridding your refrigerator of odors. Just place your Bluapples inside your crisper drawer, on a shelf in your fridge, or in a fruit bowl on the counter, and you're good to go.

The airtight food storage container from Botto adjusts to take up just as much space as it needs, maximizing your cabinet and pantry storage and maintaining the freshness of dry foods. As you press the lid down, excess air comes out—and stays out—with one satisfying swoosh, thanks to a one-way air valve. Cereal, pasta, nuts and more will last longer and be tidily organized. Made with BPA- and phthalate-free, FDA-grade, food-safe materials.

The Sweet Jules specialty caramels are made with natural ingredients, nothing artificial. From Minneapolis brewed Town Hall Scotch Ale in the Beer & Pretzel caramel to the chocolate sourced in Switzerland for the Dark Chocolate Pecan, the two sisters have selected special flavorings and created their caramels for the discriminating palate. Truly an artisan product.