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Epicurious Gear, Tool, and Ingredient Recommendations

Our editors are constantly scouring the internet and testing to find the best versions of the kitchen tools you need: knives, coffee gear, pots and pans, and beyond. Find all of our gear and ingredient recommendations here. 

Amazon Prime Day Is Coming. Here’s What You Need to Know.
The 57 Best Gifts Under $100

The 57 Best Gifts Under $100

Gifts for the home cook that are well worth the money, including a favorite waffle maker and a much-loved espresso tool.
35 Gifts Your Graduate Really Wants (or Actually Really Needs)

35 Gifts Your Graduate Really Wants (or Actually Really Needs)

Forgo the cold, hard cash. They’ll thank you later.
We Tried the TikTok-Famous Ninja Creami

We Tried the TikTok-Famous Ninja Creami

This ice cream maker has gone viral for its apparent ability to turn anything into creamy soft-serve like dessert. We put it to the test.
4 Books Eric Kim Can’t Live (or Cook) Without

4 Books Eric Kim Can’t Live (or Cook) Without

We're asking people we admire about their favorite cookbooks. Find out what author and recipe developer Eric Kim keeps on his bookshelf.
Why You Need Two Different Spray Cleaners for the Kitchen

Why You Need Two Different Spray Cleaners for the Kitchen

It turns out that all-purpose stuff is really only for some purposes.
39 Great Grilling Gifts, According to People Who Actually Grill a Lot

39 Great Grilling Gifts, According to People Who Actually Grill a Lot

These gifts are fire—literally and figuratively.
The Best Garlic Presses That Actually Make Working With Garlic Easier

The Best Garlic Presses That Actually Make Working With Garlic Easier

Because there are so many cheap and flimsy ones, they don’t have the best reputation. But a high-quality garlic press can make your life easier.
How to Deep Clean Your Gas or Charcoal Grill
7 Books Reem Kassis Can’t Live (or Cook) Without

7 Books Reem Kassis Can’t Live (or Cook) Without

We're asking people we admire about their favorite cookbooks. Find out what food writer and author Reem Kassis keeps on her bookshelf.
I Thought These Drill Brushes Were a Joke. Then I Used Them.

I Thought These Drill Brushes Were a Joke. Then I Used Them.

There are a few places in the house they really do work better.
This $40 Grill Brush Has No Bristles and Is Worth the Extra Money

This $40 Grill Brush Has No Bristles and Is Worth the Extra Money

A fast, easy way to give your grill a steam clean.
The Best Cookware for Induction Cooktops

The Best Cookware for Induction Cooktops

How to tell if your pots and pans are compatible—and what to buy if they’re not.
23 Mini Cooking Tools That Are As Useful As They Are Adorable

23 Mini Cooking Tools That Are As Useful As They Are Adorable

Baby whisks, teeny spatulas, and even shrunken versions of your favorite appliances. 
The Best Ladles for Full Scoops and Clean Pours, Tested and Reviewed
I’m Obsessed With My Cordless Mop Vac&-Here’s Why

I’m Obsessed With My Cordless Mop Vac—Here’s Why

This smart vacuum-mop combo is truly life changing for parents, pet owners, and exuberant cooks.
The 3 Best Pepper Mills, Tested and Reviewed

The 3 Best Pepper Mills, Tested and Reviewed

We tested a bunch of pepper mills and found the ones that are easy to refill, offer a uniform grind, and are comfortable to use.
The 61 Best Gifts Under $20 for the Cooks and Food Lovers in Your Life

The 61 Best Gifts Under $20 for the Cooks and Food Lovers in Your Life

Including upgraded versions of staple kitchen tools, pretty glassware, and flavorful condiments. 
The Best Stand Mixer for Every Kind of Baker (and Budget)

The Best Stand Mixer for Every Kind of Baker (and Budget)

You may think KitchenAid is the only player in the stand mixer game, but after testing 14 models, we have a new recommendation.
Weber’s Lumin Electric Grill Gives You Gas Grill Power in an Apartment-Friendly Package
I Always Hated Juicers Until I Tried This One

I Always Hated Juicers Until I Tried This One

Nama’s J2 solves almost all the problems that come with juicing.
54 Thoughtful Gifts Moms Actually Want

54 Thoughtful Gifts Moms Actually Want

We hate to break it to you, but she doesn’t want another apron.
What Kind of Espresso Maker Is Right for You?

What Kind of Espresso Maker Is Right for You?

Our guide to automatic, semiautomatic, and manual machines—and which one you should choose.
This Cooler Works Well When You Need It, Folds Away When You Don’t

This Cooler Works Well When You Need It, Folds Away When You Don’t

The term “inflatable cooler” may sound like a cheap novelty, but this thing works.
The Best Gifts for Grandmas Who Love to Cook and Eat

The Best Gifts for Grandmas Who Love to Cook and Eat

This Mother's Day, treat the ultimate mom in your life to a stellar gift.
Which Nespresso Machine Is Best for You?

Which Nespresso Machine Is Best for You? 

Here’s a handy guide to help you decide. Because understanding all the different models is far more complicated than actually using any of them.
The Best Mixing Bowls for Whisking, Beating, and Making Big Batches of All Kinds of Dough

The Best Mixing Bowls for Whisking, Beating, and Making Big Batches of All Kinds of Dough

Food prep’s a breeze with the right set of mixing bowls. 
Traeger’s Flatrock Griddle Might Get You to Quit Your Gas Grill

Traeger’s Flatrock Griddle Might Get You to Quit Your Gas Grill

The maker of our favorite pellet grill has a new flattop griddle. So you can get the cooking space of your favorite diner or food truck—in your backyard.
For Easy Storage and Better Drinks, Get Ice Cube Trays With Lids

For Easy Storage and Better Drinks, Get Ice Cube Trays With Lids

A lid means no spilling—and no notes of frozen lasagna in your cocktails.
Finally, a Shop Vac Small Enough for My Apartment

Finally, a Shop Vac Small Enough for My Apartment

There’s only one kind of vacuum cleaner that can suck up serious spills—and we found one that’s compact enough to keep under the sink.