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These marks are common for stoneware with a hard glaze and are caused by residue left by flatware. They can be easily removed with special cleansers. Mikasa recommends a product called Bon Ami Cleanser available in your local supermarket.

Every kitchen should have three skillets: an eight-inch one for omelets or a couple of hamburgers; a nine-inch one for several burgers or chicken breasts, or for a frittata; and a deep-sided 12-inch skillet for cooking a one-dish dinner. In addition, you might want two- and three-quart saucepans for heating soup or steaming rice and veggies; a four

Yes. Unlike gas-powered commercial appliances, which are too dangerous for home-kitchen use and are thus banned by building codes, induction units do not generate absurd amounts of waste heat and thus a severe fire risk. You should nevertheless check with your local building department before buying or building in commercial induction units—bu

Coffee and tea cups should be rinsed immediately to avoid staining. Acidic foods such as vinegar, mayonnaise, tartar sauce, and eggs can damage the glaze and the color of china if left for long periods.

When washing gold or platinum banded dinnerware in the dishwasher, use a gentle cycle and turn off the dishwasher before the drying cycle, or allow the dinnerware to cool before handling it. The high temperature of the heated drying cycle can cause the precious metal bands to soften.

In LG's home country of Korea, a second washer is a common addition to a household and frequently used to clean baby clothes. The SideKick is designed for small loads of delicates, while the main wash continues up top.