A lot of us have the “too much stuff/not enough space” syndrome in our kitchens. That is why we love items that will collapse down into a smaller size or are just so useful and handy that you can’t imagine cooking from day to day without it. The TriScale is one such item that meets both criteria.

At first glance, this food scale looks like a space ship straight out of Star Trek with three arms and a central cabin where William Shatner would give his long, overly dramatic orders from. After you get past the spaceship correlation, you see just how smart this design is. Even Spock would be amazed at the ingenuity it took to create something as simple as collapsing down the arms to be able to fit what historically would take up a large space in your kitchen down to 6” X 2” once folded up.

This easy-to-use food scale is both metric and imperial and can accurately weigh both dry and liquid ingredients up to 11 lbs. It has an easy-to-read LCD display and Add and Weigh function for measuring out more than one ingredient into the same bowl. You won’t need to use every measuring spoon and cup in your kitchen to make a cake anymore, just one spoon and a bowl will be all you need!

Make cooking from scratch quick and effortless with the TriScale. Stop in today to pick one up, or contact us at 877-525-7745 or info@goodcookingstore.com to place an order! Oh yeah, and “Live Long And Prosper.”

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On Route 23, seemingly placed in the middle of Amish farmland, New Holland Pennsylvania is a small borough with deep agricultural roots. It was originally called “Earltown” because of its location in Earl Township, but as a way to thank the people of Rotterdam, Holland, for helping the town’s original settlers, Earltown was changed to New Holland. New Holland’s deep agricultural roots date back to its earliest settlers and continue today with many local farms and the location of New Holland Agriculture’s North American Headquarters. From its humble beginnings as an equipment repair shop in 1895, New Holland Agriculture continues to be a leader in agriculture equipment and has a deep history linked to New Holland, Pennsylvania.

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We’re just 3 hours from New York City, 4 hours from Pittsburgh, 1.5 hours from Baltimore, 1.5 hours from Philadelphia and 2.5 hours from Washington, DC. Lancaster County, Pennsylvania is a wonderful day trip from many big cities! If you are looking to find some excellent food, wanting to see the serene countryside or just need to “get away from it all,” Lancaster is just a hop, skip and a jump away.

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Coffee and tea drinkers will tell you, if they don’t get their caffeine kick once a day, the lack of caffeine may cause the inner demons to come out. Be ready anywhere you go for that caffeine craving with a vacuum sealed 16oz. stainless steel travel mug.

Most travel mugs only keep a beverage hot or cold for an hour or two, and even worse can spill all over your car… or even you! We have road tested a mug that is vacuum insulated and will keep drinks hot for 5 hours and cold for 9 hours. The double walled stainless steel construction and the push button leak proof lid work beautifully. It allows you to drink from any side (bonus for lefties!) and has a threaded twist on lid to eliminate the lid from popping off and ruining your brand new dry-clean only suit. As a bonus, it even has a built in tea hook to allow you to steep a tea bag on the go!

Keep the people around you happy by keeping your caffeine close at hand with an insulated spill proof travel mug. Stop in to pick one up, or contact us at 877-525-7745 or info@goodcookingstore.com to order yours today!

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There is nothing tastier than cooking up a batch of juicy fried chicken or biting into a freshly fried doughnut. To take the guesswork out of making these and many other appetizing creations, you need to have an accurate Deep Fry –Candy thermometer.

We can think of a variety of recipes that require you to know the temperature of the liquid you’re working with: yogurt, caramel, melting chocolate, deep-frying, and poaching. Do yourself the favor of having the best results with the right temperature! The Taylor Classic Candy-Deep Fry Thermometer is easy to clean and comes with a handy clip that keeps it upright in the pot. The best part is the protective sleeve with all the temperatures listed for making candy or deep frying so you don’t have to scramble on the Internet or in a cookbook to find the appropriate temperature information.

Don’t waste food – get it perfect the first time with a Deep Fry – Candy thermometer! Stop in to pick one up, or contact us at 877-525-7745 or info@goodcookingstore.com to order yours today.

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May is THE month for flowers. With all the April rain, the grass is green and lush and the flowers are blooming in full force with their vibrant color. Beautiful! Isn’t spring wonderful?

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Cast iron skillets have been used in homes and over campfires for decades. They are a staple in America’s kitchens, with a knack for adding extra flavor and triggering memories of Grandma’s recipes.

Our cast iron skillets have been made by a small, family-owned business since 1896. Another reason we love these skillets is because they are pre-seasoned. The work has been lessened to just maintenance, rather than building up the initial, all-natural, nonstick coating. Maintenance is simpler than you think: hot water and a good stiff brush for scrubbing and a pan scraper for tougher messes. It is actually less work than having to scrub and scour out a stainless steel skillet.

Another benefit of using all natural cast iron skillets, besides the flavor enhancement, is the cook time. Iron heats up quickly and evenly and holds its heat for a long time. For a rustic feel, serve straight from the skillet and the heat will keep your food warm while you eat.
Here’s a little trick: crisp bacon in your cast iron skillet, and then make your grilled cheese in the drippings! Stop in to pick up a skillet, or contact us at 877-525-7745 or info@goodcookingstore.com to order yours today!

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For years, the “COLD Home Made Rootbeer—No Sunday Sales” sign has been out along Old Philadelphia Pike, just a mile west of us in Intercourse, PA. Though the yeastier taste of the homemade root beer is different from commercial root beer, it may just hit the spot on a warm spring day. Stop by for a taste of local culture!

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If you have ever attended a pie crust or pizza dough cooking class at The Good Cooking Store, you will have used this gadget already.

Our double-ended pizza and pastry roller is an item that does the work of a full-sized rolling pin, but is easier to handle. We sell it to nearly everyone that attends a class where it is used because they, too, can see the versatility in such a small, inexpensive tool. The wider end is great for rolling out larger pie or pizza crusts, and the narrower side is for smaller jobs such as small tarts, raviolis, or smoothing out dough that is already placed in a tart or pie pan.

The roller has a stainless steel frame with wooden rollers, lightweight and easy to clean up. So much easier to store than a full sized rolling pin!
A must-have for every baker, so stop in or contact us at (877) 525-7745 or info@goodcookingstore.com to pick yours up today!

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From the exterior, Kauffman’s Fruit Farm and Market doesn’t look impressive, but inside, an abundance of fresh fruit, packaged bulk foods, baking supplies, and basic groceries line the shelves. The market is a local favorite for finding wonderful deals on the freshest produce throughout the year. If you want to learn more about the market, check out their website: http://www.kauffmansfruitfarm.com/.

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