Vanessa Spilios

Vanessa received her culinary training at Boston U. and has a background in housewares product development & marketing. When not testing appliances or developing recipes, she spends her time drawing and tending to her small but mighty porch garden.
    This Amazon Find Has 14,000 Glowing Reviews and Creates Storage Space Out of Thin Air
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    Discover up to 30 inches of bonus storage space hiding in plain sight!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Mar 13, 2023
    8 Planters That Will Help Keep Your Herbs Alive No Matter What
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    Enjoy fresh herbs throughout the year without an ounce of effort from you!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Mar 2, 2023
    37 Best Gifts from Williams Sonoma That You Might Want to Keep for Yourself
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    There's something for everyone — including you! — starting at $20.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Nov 14, 2022
    The Iconic Compact Pasta Maker That Made Our Best List Is 20% Off Right Now for Prime Day
    Fresh, delicious pasta without an extra ounce of effort!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Oct 12, 2022
    25 Thoughtful Gifts for Dads Who Say They Don’t Want Anything
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    We promise, he'll love it.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Jun 3, 2022
    10 Kitchen Essentials Our Readers Couldn’t Stop Buying from Macy’s in 2021 (Bonus: They’re on Sale!)
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    Just ask a fellow reader!
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    Dec 22, 2021
    East Fork Just Launched an Elegant New Colorway That’s Perfect for Every Day
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    We NEED these.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Nov 26, 2021
    All-Clad’s Massive VIP Sale Is Here and It Includes This Must-Have Skillet for Just $50
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    Score amazing deals on cookware that'll last forever.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Nov 18, 2021
    Walmart Just Added More Great Buys to Their Deals for Days Event, Including Shark and Yankee Candle — Here’s What to Buy ASAP
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    Let the deals begin!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Nov 10, 2021
    This $13 Amazon Find Will Make You Ditch Your Butter Knife — and It Has More Than 2,000 Five-Star Amazon Reviews
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    The more butter the better.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Nov 10, 2021
    This TikTok-Famous Gadget Might Just Make You a Better Baker
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    It's perfect for gifting, too.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Nov 8, 2021
    Here’s Where to Score 20% Off Fry Pans from All-Clad, Lodge, and More Top Brands
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    A deal almost as good as the sound of a sizzling pan.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Nov 1, 2021
    The Internet-Famous Always Pan Now Comes in a Chic New Colorway — and It’s Sure to Sell Out
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    Always on our wishlists.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Oct 19, 2021
    This Reader-Favorite Pottery Brand Just Launched a New Color with a Historic Twist
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    This new colorway takes us back in time.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Oct 14, 2021
    The Makers of Our Favorite Collapsible Containers Just Launched a Giftable Set You’ll Want for the Holidays
    Remember to grab one for yourself!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Oct 11, 2021
    Amazon Reviewers Swear By This Sturdy, Industrial-Strength Dustpan
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    Sayonara, sore back!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Oct 6, 2021
    This Spot-Cleaning Tool Has Almost 14,000 5-Star Amazon Ratings and Can Wipe Out Years-Old Stains
    "100% recommend having this machine on hand, no matter your reason."
    Vanessa Spilios
    Oct 4, 2021
    One of Our Favorite Small Cookware Brands Just Launched a Must-Have for Fall Baking — and It’s Sure to Sell Out
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    Grab one while you can!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Sep 28, 2021
    This Ingenious Amazon Find Will Totally Improve the Way You Hand-Wash Dishes
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    No more grimy glassware.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Sep 23, 2021
    All-Clad’s Epic VIP Sale Is Here and These Are the Deals to Snag ASAP
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    Hurry, because these deals definitely won't last!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Sep 20, 2021
    The $9 Amazon Find That Keeps Glasses, Bottles, and Lids Sparkling Clean
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    Keep your favorite water bottle fresh and clean.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Sep 16, 2021
    West Elm’s Clearance Event Is Full of Giftable Finds, Starting at $2
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    Stylish and inexpensive? Sign us up.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Sep 13, 2021
    Nordstrom’s Summer Sale Includes Massive Savings on Dyson, All-Clad, and More Major Brands
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    Save big while you can!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Sep 8, 2021
    The 10 Best Deals from Walmart’s Labor Day Savings Event
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    Save big on Shark, Bissell, Nutribullet, and more.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Sep 1, 2021
    Great Jones Is Having a Rare Sale on the Stylish Bakeware Our Editors Love
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    Perfect for fall baking or for the baker in your life.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Sep 1, 2021
    Overstock’s Labor Day Event Is On and It Includes Dining Room Finds on Major Discount
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    Dining sets, bar carts, and area rugs, oh my!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Aug 25, 2021
    Circulon Just Launched a New Nonstick Stainless Steel Collection — and It’s Already on Sale
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    Snag one for yourself now!
    Vanessa Spilios
    Aug 23, 2021
    The “Supremely Wonderful” Pan Our Tools Editor Uses Practically Every Day Is on Major Sale Right Now
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    It's perfect for frying and scrambling eggs, searing fish, browning chicken thighs, and more.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Aug 18, 2021
    Made In Just Launched the Ultimate Set That’ll Get You Through the Rest of Summer (and Beyond)
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    If our experience with Made In has taught us anything, we expect it to sell out quickly. 
    Vanessa Spilios
    Aug 17, 2021
    Bonne Maman Just Released Their 2021 Advent Calendar — And You Better Grab It Before It’s Gone
    Trust us, it's going to sell out fast.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Aug 13, 2021
    This Stylish Organizer Keeps Your Counter Spotless While You Cook — and It’s on Sale Right Now
    Every now and then you run across something that makes your life easier. This is one of those things
    Vanessa Spilios
    Aug 6, 2021
    This Ingenious Organizer Turns That Wasted Space Under Your Cabinet Into Extra Storage — and It’s on Sale for $20
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    It's perfect for tiny kitchens and rentals.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Aug 4, 2021
    7 Game-Changing Kitchen Tools from the Brand Behind One of Our Favorite Cast-Iron Brushes
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    Including lots of Kitchn editor favorites.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Jul 28, 2021
    Magic Bullet Just Created an Air Fryer That’s Perfect for Summer Cooking
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    Whip up deliciously crispy meals without turning your kitchen into a sauna.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Jul 27, 2021
    Amazon Shoppers Swear This Versatile Mop Saves Them Time and Money
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    "A super-nice alternative to save time cleaning the high-traffic areas."
    Vanessa Spilios
    Jul 21, 2021
    This Reader-Favorite Dutch Oven Is Currently 60% Off — but Only for a Very Limited Time
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    Get ready to up your cooking game without breaking the bank.
    Vanessa Spilios
    Jul 20, 2021