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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. 

This Giant Spatula Fixed All My Flipping Problems

Never lose anything between the grates again.

I Tried the Dolly Parton Cake Mix and It’s Everything I Dreamed It Would Be

Does a cake taste better if Dolly Parton’s face is on the box? Yes, but there’s a little more to it than that (and it’s butter).

Your Kitchen Needs a Set of Shower Caps

Read why this bread baker uses shower caps to cover proofing doughs, leftover casseroles, and more.

See How a Professional Baker Organizes Her Home Kitchen

Including open shelving, utensil hooks, and lots more ways to make the most of a small space.

The Best Tea Steeper, Tested and Reviewed

We tried 12 tea steepers to find the one that makes the very best brew every time.

The Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers for Patio Parties and Picnics in the Park

We cranked up outdoor speakers from Sonos, Bose, JBL, and other top brands.

This Mop/Vacuum Cleaner Hybrid Tackles the Dirtiest Kitchen Floors

No more grease by the stove. No more stains on the carpet. This cleaning tool really does it all.

How I Keep My Kitchen Sink Bright White

It involves powdered laundry detergent.

Yes, This Is Your Grandma’s Rubber Jar Opener

This old-fashioned tool is still very useful—especially if you like pickles and chile crunch. 

This Book Taught Me How to Get Free Houseplants From My Kitchen Scraps

The avocado toothpick thing is just scratching the surface. 

If You Have a Farmhouse Sink, You Probably Need a Washing-Up Bowl

It's helpful for conserving water and creating different sink zones.

A Heritage Dessert Platter for my French-Vietnamese-Nigerian-American Sons

Inspired by food memoirs I love, I've created a dream dessert menu for my family.

These Vacuum Sealer Bags Are Actually Compostable

Vacuum bags with less environmental…baggage. 

These Tiny Mise Cups Help Me Streamline Weeknight Cooking

Because sometimes small prep bowls just aren't small enough. 

The Best Charcoal Grill for Every Kind of Outdoor Cook

We tested kettles and barrels from Weber, Cuisinart, Char-Griller.

Bendy Skewers Are Better for Round Grills

Are you still using straight skewers on your round grill?

An Inexpensive Way to Give Your Kitchen More Drawers

These adhesive drawers are the perfect storage solution for your weirdest kitchen items.

The Key to a Clean Kitchen Is One More Bowl

A scrap trap attaches to your cabinet door and catches all of your cooking scraps and crumbs. We think every kitchen should have one.

Cute Birthday Candles You Can Order Online

They're so much prettier than boring grocery store candles.

How to Make Your Kitchen More ADHD-Friendly

Tips and tools to help keep neurodiverse home cooks on track.

A Lazy Susan Makes Everything a Little Bit Easier

These turntables keep a well-organized kitchen within arm’s reach.

The Best Garden Hose for Your Tiny Patio or Giant Yard

Your garden will thank you for this.

The Best Manual Coffee Grinders for Traveling, Camping, or Taking on the Go

It turns out grinding by hand doesn’t need to be that much of a workout.

Finally, Bee’s Wrap Made a Bag

This reusable bag holds produce–and can do pretty much anything else a plastic baggie can do, too.

Your Salad Spinner Should Be Made of Glass

It washes your greens—and then it serves them.

When a KitchenAid Isn’t Enough, There’s the Luna Stand Mixer

“I will literally never go back to KitchenAid.”

29 Ikea Play Kitchen Alternatives We Want In Grown-Up Sizes 

Some are much nicer than our real kitchens. 

Here’s the Twist: Dental Floss Can Help You Make Better Cinnamon Rolls

This dental hygiene product is a baking secret weapon.