The Gourmet Housewares Show has ignited a demand for the market with its return to San Francisco Aug. 8-10, 2009. A growing roster of high-end, design-forward companies has already committed to the retimed and relocated marketplace.

A sampling of companies returning to the show after a lengthy hiatus includes: OXO, BIA Cordon Bleu, Casabella, J.K. Adams and Solicut. Among the growing list of well-known returning exhibitors are: All-Clad, Krups, Cuisinart, Bonjour Gourmet, J.A. Henckels Zwilling, Staub USA, Demeyere, Nordic Ware, Spring Switzerland, Metrokane Inc., Lifetime Brands Inc., Zak Designs, Harold Imports, Swissmar Imports Inc., Revol USA and Viking Range Corporation.

"The energy and excitement about the repositioned market are drawing the best of the best resources for cookware, bakeware, cutlery, gadgets, textiles, electrics and more. We now anticipate exceeding our target of 400 top-quality exhibitors at next summer's show, ensuring a venue that's win-win for both vendors and retailers alike," Penny Sikalis, vice president & show manager of The Gourmet Housewares Show said.

Additional programming, celebrity appearances and other updates will be announced shortly. Visit www.thegourmetshow.com for more information.