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.
4 Big Reasons to Own a Teeny Tiny Pot
The Dansk butter warmer comes in handy for a lot more than warming butter.
The Best Food Storage Containers, Tested and Reviewed
We tried a dozen plastic and glass storage containers to find a leak-free, stain-free, and shatter-resistant set.
Your Pizza Stone Belongs on the Grill
Did you think barbecue season was just for burgers and dogs?
Use a Giant Steamer and Never Make Dumplings in Batches
A 14-inch aluminum steamer is relatively inexpensive and durable—and lends you serious dinner party credibility.
Everything We’re Buying at the Container Store Kitchen Sale
Shelf risers, storage baskets, brooms, and more.
Scientists Agree: Lab Beakers Belong in the Kitchen
Drinking from scientific glassware is more than just a gimmick.
Beyond Chips: A Guide to the Best Chocolate Mix-Ins for Baking
Make room in your pantry for other shapes, like fèves, discs, pyramids, and more.
Shred Better With a Ribbon Grater
Not too big, not too small.
The Best Chocolate Bars for Baking
Highly recommended brands for milk, dark, bittersweet, and more—plus, why you need baking bars in the first place.
Redefine “Breading” Using Your Favorite Snack Foods
Flamin’ Hot Cheetos chicken tenders. Need we say more?
Our Favorite Kitchen Scale Is on Sale, Just in Time for Spring Bake
Every good baker needs a scale, so you might as well get one on sale.
11 Pasta Shapes to Break You Out of Your Penne Rut
It's time to try something new.
Kitchen Organization Is Easy—and Kinda Cute, TBH—With Open Spaces
This direct-to-consumer brand has everything you need to (stylishly) tackle your kitchen organization project—and nothing you don’t.
In a Chaotic Universe, Shelf Risers Make My Cabinets Orderly
Maximize the vertical storage space in your kitchen.
This Maligned ’90s Kitchen Tool Deserves a Second Chance
The olive oil mister isn’t just for low-fat cooking—we swear on our favorite olive oil.
How to Organize Your Freezer
Chest, pull-out, or reach-in—these tips and tools have you and your toaster waffles covered.
Use a Tall Cake Pan for Bigger, Better Desserts
Three inches of height (instead of the standard two) can be a serious game changer.
The Best Reusable Straws for Iced Coffee On the Go or Cocktails at Home
We tested 10 reusable straws to find a viable alternative to plastic.
The Story of Fish Peppers, a Legacy of the African American Garden
Fish peppers, a staple of cooking near the Chesapeake Bay, nearly went extinct. Now they’re back, and every seed can be traced to Horace Pippin.
How to Make Matcha: A Comprehensive Guide
A primer on shopping, storage, techniques, and the accessories necessary to make ground Japanese green tea a part of your daily routine.
14 Types of Sugar to Build Out Your Sugar Pantry
The white granulated stuff is just the beginning.
11 Electric Kettles and Coffee Accessories on Sale Right Now
Coffee grinders, electric kettles, pourover sets and more.
Will This New Vacuum Sealing System Keep Your Produce Fresher Longer?
The Zwilling Fresh & Save comes with a compact vacuum sealer, reusable bags, and glass or plastic containers. We put it to the test on our frozen bananas, last-chance berries, and delicate greens.
The Flat Whisk Could Be Your New Favorite Tool, Depending On How You Like Your Eggs
Devotees claim that the flat design makes it more efficient than a balloon whisk. We put both to the test.
What The Epi Team Is Shopping for This Month
Spring has sprung and the Epi team is on the hunt for ways to celebrate the season—through eating outside, refreshing our kitchen staples, and stocking up on good vibes.
19 Cute Tablecloths You Can Wipe Clean
Spill-proof covers don't have to be boring.
This $12 Nail Can Really Hang
She’s useful, but she’s also beautiful.
3 Breville Toaster Ovens Are on Sale This Weekend
Killer deals on our favorite toaster oven, plus some accessories to go with it.
What to Do With a Jumbo Muffin Pan
There’s more to life than XXL lemon poppy seed and banana nut (though those are good too).
These Creamy, Honey-Sweetened Bars Go Beyond the Chocolate You Know
Honey Mama’s raw chocolate bars are truffle-meets-fudge goodness.