Sep. 11, 2026 Keurig Coffee Makers by Jmar Gambol If you need to make coffee fast, a Keurig is a no-brainer. These machines and their little plastic-and-foil cups have come to dominate break rooms and hotel rooms across…
Sep. 9, 2026 Jura Coffee Makers by Lauren Corona and Jmar Gambol Wouldn’t it be nice to make a real espresso-based drink at home with just the push of a button? A Jura machine can do that for you. Forget about training yourself to…
Sep. 7, 2026 Espresso Machines: Tested & Reviewed by Lauren Corona and Jmar Gambol Whether you’re a fan of lattes, cappuccinos, mochas, Americanos or flat whites — you can’t make any of them without a shot or two of the hot coffee concentrate…
Sep. 11, 2026 Pressure Cookers by Allen Foster If you like cooking for guests but dislike the amount of time it takes, you may want to invest in a pressure cooker. Using high-pressure steam, a pressure cooker can…
Sep. 9, 2026 Slow Cookers by Jennifer Manfrin and Jennifer Blair There are few things I value in the kitchen more than convenience, but I still resisted buying a slow cooker for years. That's because I was convinced that the only…
Feb. 26, 2026 Crock-Pots by michelle Do you dream of arriving home after a long day at work to find dinner cooked and waiting for you? Do you like to watch your pennies at the grocery store, but still want…
Sep. 11, 2026 Hand Mixers by Jennifer Manfrin and Jennifer Blair While hand mixers lack the power of traditional stand mixers, a hand mixer is a versatile kitchen tool and a valuable addition to any home cook’s arsenal. Light and…
Sep. 2, 2026 KitchenAid Mixers by Jennifer Blair and Jmar Gambol I have a pretty small kitchen, so counter space is definitely at a premium. But as someone who loves to bake, especially around the holidays, there is one appliance that…
Aug. 17, 2026 Budget Stand Mixers by Jennifer Blair Any serious home baker knows that life in the kitchen is better with a stand mixer. Preparing cake batter, cookie batter, and even bread dough with a stand mixer is so…
Sep. 10, 2026 How to store and care for your wooden spoons, bowls and cutting boards by Valerie Williams Wooden spoons and wooden utensils are versatile, durable and affordable, so it’s no wonder they can be found in most home chefs’ kitchens. However, proper care is…
Jul. 22, 2026 Meat Slicers by Melissa Nott and Jennifer Blair There are few things I like better at lunch than a turkey and Swiss sandwich with some spicy brown mustard and sliced red onion. Unfortunately, I am notoriously picky…
Apr. 1, 2026 Avocado Slicers by Anthony Marcusa Meal preparation can sometimes be messy, tedious, and inefficient, which is why it’s important to have the right tools. While a quality set of knives can tackle most…
Sep. 9, 2026 Countertop Microwaves by Jennifer Blair and Jmar Gambol Last year, the workhorse countertop microwave that had dutifully popped popcorn, baked potatoes and reheated my favorite casseroles for over 12 years finally gave out on…
Aug. 24, 2026 Toshiba Microwaves by Sian Babish If you’re someone who appreciates convenience in cooking, you’re probably a big fan of the microwave. After all, it’s ideal for reheating leftovers, steaming…
Aug. 21, 2026 Compact Microwaves by Jennifer Manfrin and Rich Gray If you're someone who loves cooking and baking as much as I do, having a small kitchen is frustrating in the extreme. Counter space is at a premium, which means I've…
Sep. 9, 2026 Toaster Ovens by Jennifer Blair There are two kinds of people in this world: those who know they can’t live without a toaster oven, and those who don’t realize it yet. That’s how truly useful and…
Aug. 17, 2026 9 countertop appliances for when it’s too hot to use your conventional oven by Christina Marfice Preheating the oven in July? That sounds less like getting ready to make dinner and more like issuing a challenge to your air conditioner. It's hot out. Not only does…
