Critics Pick

The Best Pasta Maker for Home Cooks
Critics' Pick
Depending on how much effort you want to put in.
Lisa Freedman
Dec 14, 2023
The 5 Best Popcorn Makers for All of Your At-Home Movie NightsTools
Our top pick comes from a brand you probably haven't heard of.
Lisa Freedman
Jul 26, 2023
The Best Countertop Compost Bin for Home Cooks
Critics' Pick
Our preferred bin (and easy method!) won't lead to stinky trash or creepy crawlies in your kitchen. Promise.
Lisa Freedman
Jul 19, 2023
The Best Hand Mixers That Pros Reach for Instead of Heavy Stand Mixers
Shopping
A better choice for quick whisks and smaller quantities.
Kelsey Mulvey
Jun 10, 2023
The Best Pie Plates for Home Bakers, According to Experts
Shopping
You get a pie plate, and you get a pie plate!
Kelsey Mulvey
Jun 10, 2023
The Best Pizza Stones and Peels for the Crispiest Homemade Pies
Shopping
According to a pizza recipe developer.
Peggy Paul Casella
Dec 6, 2022
The Best All-Purpose Cleaner for Your Home in 2021
Cleaning Tips from The Kitchn
All-purpose cleaners can't really clean ALL things, but they can clean a lot of things!
Lisa Freedman
Aug 20, 2021
The Best Coolers for Backyard Family Hangs, Picnics, and More
Critics' Pick
We did NOT pick the trendy option. Nope, instead, our pick is less than $50!
Lisa Freedman
Jun 2, 2021
The Best Herb Keepers to Make Your Cilantro, Parsley, and Thyme Last Longer
Critics' Pick
Stop throwing money away on herbs that have gone bad.
Lisa Freedman
Mar 5, 2021
The Best Garlic Press for Most Home Cooks
Critics' Pick
Fact: Garlic presses result in a sharper, spicier garlic.
Lisa Freedman
Feb 3, 2021
The Very Best Loaf Pans for 2021 and Beyond
Critics' Pick
In case everyone starts making banana bread again ...
Lisa Freedman
Dec 19, 2020
The Very Best Oven Mitts and Pot Holders for 2021 and Beyond
Critics' Pick
Including two of the prettiest (and most durable!) options you've ever seen!
Lisa Freedman
Dec 3, 2020
The Very Best Nonstick Cookware for 2021 and Beyond
Critics' Pick
Shopping for a skillet? A full set? Something ceramic? We've got you.
Lisa Freedman
Nov 24, 2020
The Best Electric Kettles for 2021 and Beyond
Critics' Pick
One top pick is less than $20!
Lisa Freedman
Nov 22, 2020
The Best Rice Cooker for Most Home Cooks
Critics' Pick
You might already have what we recommend ...
Lisa Freedman
Nov 10, 2020
The Best Measuring Cups for Home Cooks (and Bakers!) in 2020
Critics' Pick
There are so many measuring cups out there that are NOT even accurate!
Lisa Freedman
Oct 9, 2020
The Best Food Processor for Most Home Cooks
Critics' Pick
It'll do all those tasks that are too annoying or time-consuming to do by hand.
Lisa Freedman
Jun 26, 2020
The Best Wok for Home Cooks, According to the Best Experts
Critics' Pick
If you get the right one, it can be one of your most frequently used pieces of cookware.
Lisa Freedman
Jun 18, 2020
The Best Thermometers for Backyard Grilling Sessions
Critics' Pick
Do NOT just eyeball it.
Lisa Freedman
May 29, 2020
The Best Insect Repellents for Your Next Backyard Picnic or Cookout
Critics' Pick
It's incredibly easy to get into the (tick-infested) weeds when you start researching bug sprays!
Lisa Freedman
May 22, 2020
The Best Saucepans for Most Home Cooks
Critics' Pick
One of the pans on this list is just $18!
Lisa Freedman
Mar 6, 2020