10 international kitchen staples most Americans havent caught on to yet

From French tea towels to Japanese knives, these international culinary finds will make you ask: Why dont we have that?Travel essentials: eight items to pack for your next trip - and what to leave at homeSign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better thingsWhen I travel, I dont just want to sample new foods, I want to see how theyre made. I love peeking into kitchens and observing the daily habits and techniques of local cooks, which always include some new-to-me...