My kitchen used to exist in a state of perpetual tension between French countryside chic and not seeing the bottom of my countertop fruit bowl since the Biden admin.
For too long, I allowed my rather expensive farmer’s market blackberries to languish in either those neon-green plastic supermarket crates or an overfilled bowl on my countertop. It wasn’t giving European elegance. What is, you might ask? These MIAMIO Ceramic Berry Baskets.
The irony is, too, that half the produce we dutifully shove into the dark, dry corners of our refrigerator crispers (tomatoes, stone fruits, and even hardy berries) actually loses its flavor profile in the cold or, worse, is forgotten. By adopting the rather European habit of keeping most of your produce on the countertop in containers with airflow, you aren’t just staging a stunning photoshoot; you’re using visual cues to remind yourself to eat your groceries.
The MIAMIO Ceramic Berry Basket pair, available on Amazon for fast shipping, is the quintessential blend of vintage charm and modern durability. Inspired by the classic slotted cardboard cartons found at roadside stands, these baskets are crafted from high-quality, lead-free stoneware that is both dishwasher and microwave-safe.
The ventilated design allows for optimal airflow and easy washing with built-in drainage, preventing the trapped moisture that leads to premature mold, while the stackable nature of the set makes it a space-saving dream for smaller counters. Available in a variety of muted, sophisticated tones, they serve as both a chic colander for rinsing and a sophisticated serving dish that transitions seamlessly from the sink to the brunch table.
This article was written by Kendall Cornish, New York Post Commerce Editor & Reporter. Kendall, who moonlights as a private chef in the Hamptons for New York elites, lends her expertise to testing and recommending cooking products – for beginners and aspiring sous chefs alike. Simmering and seasoning her way through both jobs, Kendall dishes on everything from the best cookware for your kitchen to chef-approved gourmet meal kits to the full suite of Ninja appliances. Prior to joining the Post’s shopping team in 2023, Kendall previously held positions at Apartment Therapy and at Dotdash Meredith’s Travel + Leisure and Departures magazines.
