Lisa Zaslow, Founder of Gotham Organizers
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Whether you're a near-professional chef or a takeout addict, chances are you have a kitchen in your home: And chances are, there's at least one cabinet or drawer where chaos reigns. LISA ZASLOW, the founder of NYC-based Gotham Organizers, is precisely the person you should call when disorder threatens to take over your world. Zaslow doesn't just rely on products, either—she really takes the time to understand your behaviors and habits to ensure that the systems she sets in place coincide with your second-nature. After all, if you're not a natural filer, she's not going to give you a filing cabinet. If you can't bring her on-site, her website is packed with free, super-helpful tips. Here,
the 13 things Lisa Zaslow relies on to keep any
kitchen organized.
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Nespresso Aeroccino Milk Frother
Everyone who knows me knows that I don't talk to anyone before I've had my coffee. Even in a caffeine-deprived fog, this nifty machine whips up perfect hot or cold frothed milk with just the push of a button, letting me play barista at home.
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Linus Open Cabinet Organizers
I love, love, love these handled bins for corralling small items in a cabinet and ensuring nothing gets forgotten in the back. You can grab all your spices at once, keep vitamins and supplements together, create a tea caddy, or contain slippery seasoning packets and snacks. Label the handle and— voila!— you've joined the ranks of the uber-organized.
- 3
Sharpie Retractable Fine Point Marker
Never again wonder how old that jar of salsa is in the back of the fridge. As soon as you open a perishable product, write the date on it with a Sharpie. The retractable point lets you label one-handed and you'll never lose the cap.
- 4
OXO Good Grips 2-Tier Adjustable Turntable
Don't let the name fool you: Lazy Susans are kitchen workhorses, making it easy to access items in the back of cabinets, in the fridge and on the countertop. OXO's triple decker version maximizes
your space. - 5
Rubbermaid Wrap n' Bag Holder
It's like getting an extra kitchen drawer for under $10. Rubbermaid's classic rack holds zip-top bags, kitchen wraps and foil on the unused space inside a cabinet door. Easy peasy!
- 6
Acrylic Desktop File
Let's face it: A lot of paperwork tends to pile up on kitchen counters. Keep it organized and splatter-free with this mini filing cabinet.
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Airscape Coffee Canister
The world's coolest coffee canister! A special valve forces out air so coffee stays fresh longer. The sleek stainless steel looks great, too.
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Martha Stewart Home Office With Avery Pocket
Even if you can't cook, you can benefit from a little kitchen organization. Keep your take-out menus handy by sticking this pocket to the inside of a cabinet door.
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The Container Store Custom Drawer Organizers
A dirty secret about many organizing products: They can actually take up more space than they're worth. This easy-to-use kit lets you create whisper-thin dividers that perfectly fit your drawers so you can separate wine accessories from cheese knives. Have fun unleashing your inner architect!
- 10
Joseph Joseph Index Chopping Board Set
The brilliant twin brothers behind Joseph Joseph bring functionality and great design to the kitchen. Their Index chopping board set takes up minimal counter space and uses color-coding and filing system smarts to prevent cross-contamination when prepping food.
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Polder Step Stool
What's the point of having high cabinets if you can't reach them? Give yourself a lift! Polder's step stool is super sturdy yet collapses to only one inch wide—slim enough to fit next to most fridges.
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Salsabol
I'm not usually a gadget girl, but Salsabol is so clever, it won me over. The bowl's curved lip keeps salsa on your chip. How was this not invented before?
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Kapoosh Knife Block
Knife blocks are a great way to keep your knives handy, sharp, and safe from fingers. The genius of the Kapoosh version is that it can hold a variety of knives: you're not limited to a few fixed slots, which might not be the right size for your blades.
