Much like place mats, trivets serve a purpose both practical and decorative. They act as the final resting place (other than your stomach) for whatever roast or braise you pored over for hours. And ...

Some dishes are best served straight from the oven to the table to keep them piping hot. However, placing a searing hot pan or serving dish directly on a wooden dining table isn’t really an option.

Trivets are a collectible that’s accessible to nearly everyone. Most people enjoy trivets as wall decorations, sometimes displaying a whole collection around a kitchen or porch. Before electricity, ...

Just whipped up a rich one-pot meal you hope to serve straight from the Dutch oven? Or brewed a kettle of your best tea for a lunch with friends and family? Rather than risk scorching your dinner ...