KitchenWares by Blackstones

Boston foodies know this is the place to stock up on high-quality culinary accoutrements, from Calaisio to Le Creuset. Owners Jennifer and James Hill have made KitchenWares a social destination, too, offering local chef and author appearances and demonstrations like heirloom tomato tasting and cupcake decorating. Bonus: Knife sharpening is lickety-split.