Once a year at Chicago’s McCormick Place, the International Housewares Association’s (IHA) Home + Housewares Market occurs in March. The organization often has a New York preview showcasing about 50 new products the companies introduced at the show.

What follows are some of the new items that I’d like to share with you.

As a New Yorker with a tiny kitchen, my eyes lit up when I saw the GreenPan Ovenware that would fit in my toaster oven, which I admit is where I do most of my baking. This ovenware is pricey yet durable with its ceramic nonstick coating, heavyweight gauge and one-piece design. The 8- X 8-inch square baker costs about $72, and the 13- x 18-half sheet pan $99, which I’ll use in my regular oven. And, what I like most, is that cleaning’s a breeze.

Another peeler?  Yes! Dreamfarm’s Sharple ($9.95) has a built-in ceramic sharpener that hones and sharpens its Japanese stainless steel blade every time you open and close it. It won’t rust in the dishwasher and should last a lifetime.

If I still had my large Connecticut kitchen, I’d use this FinaMill stainless steel rechargeable spice grinder with interchangeable pods filled with whole spices. I’d also have room for all their stackable pods. They offer a starter pack with one mill & two pods ($44.99).

Instead, I’ll have to settle for their latest FinaMill Muse, a mini spice mill introduced at the show. It’s mini, perfect for a small apartment. Stay tuned for details about that later this year.

Ever wonder how sharp your knives are?  Farberware® SmartSharpTM Knife Sharpener with LED Indicator ($47 to 59) tells you. You’ll learn your knife’s sharpness level with its LED lights. Red = a dull knife in need of sharpening. Yellow = additional sharpening needed. Green = sharp and ready to use. For those needing sharpening, draw their blades through the two-stage sharpening and honing slots.

I began testing the fourth generation of the Garlic Twister ($24.95) for mincing garlic and ginger. I found it easy to use (good exercise, too).  It rinses under the faucet, although I toss mine in the dishwasher. According to the publicist, you can use it for shallots, peppers, nuts and herbs. Available in three colors (green, pink and purple) in addition to the clear.