Abode: Home Cookin'

More evidence that retail east of Broad is ready to kick off its training pants: smart new Kitchenette, a bright, well-organized ­basement-level boutique for those who cook (and those they feed). Co-owner Bob Smith — he’s earned neighborhood-shop cred as co-owner of Black Tie Formal Attire and Suzanne Roberts Clothing — keeps the hot-plate crowd in mind with small-scale offerings like sold-by-the-piece flatware, fun Billy-Joe kitchen strainers, and compact espresso machines. Aspiring Barefoot Contessas can pick up Cuisinart pots and pans, Artland glassware, and Stonewall Kitchen crackers and condiments, while edgier entertainers can opt for tongue-in-cheek Anne Taintor napkins and cups. 1120 Walnut Street, 215-829-4949.