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1. The gorgeous Always Pan from Our Place, which will make you look back and regret all the times you dirtied up six different dishes to make one meal. The Always Pan can do it all: braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, boil, serve, and store. It's also sooo lightweight and compact and comes in eight striking colors.
2. A microwave rice and quinoa cooker so you don't have to wait 20 minutes just to make rice or some other grain to go with your meal! Just pop this into the microwave, and you'll have hot rice, quinoa, couscous, other the grain of your choice ready in minutes! It's specifically designed so that water doesn't overflow in the microwave while cooking.
Promising review: "We love this rice maker! Prep time in just minutes. This has saved us so much time, especially when we need dinner done quick! The rice comes out fully cooked. In the beginning, it may take a few tries, since all microwaves are different, (setting at 800) as recommended, you'll eventually know what amount of rice goes with what amount of water, etc. I add salt to taste and a teaspoon of olive oil and it comes out delish! When done, just turn it over on your serving plate or just serve it directly from the container; afterward, just pop in dishwasher...no hard rice scraping to do. We've purchased other Lekue products and love them too! Highly recommend!" —Ani
Get it from Amazon for $26.95.
3. A set of nesting mixing bowls in four ombré shades that, when stacked, are *very* pleasing to the eyes. Aside from their aesthetic, these have a few nice touches that make them easier tMato handle than the average mixing bowl — each one has a handle, a spout for pouring, and a black grip on the bottom so they don't slide around.
Promising review: "I love these mixing bowls. The packaging is very beautiful and classy. The bonus for me is the black rings in the bottom to prevent the bowls from sliding around on the counter when you’re mixing/whisking. I bought them for making pancakes, but I use them for everything now. The set is a nice upgrade from using a regular soup bowl for mixing." —SARITA
Get the set of four from Amazon for $18.99 (available in 12 colors combinations).
4. A wooden egg holder for a beautiful, rustic alternative to those foam egg cartons. Plus, you'll always know exactly how many eggs you have at a glance!
Promising review: "I love this egg holder. It’s simple but beautiful sitting on my counter with free-range eggs in it. I can look at their different colors, sizes, and shapes every day!!!" —Hazel J Gull
Get it from Amazon for $16.90.
5. Swedish dishcloths capable of absorbing up to 15 times their own weight. They're more durable and last longer than the average dishrag, and the best part is that you can just toss them into the dishwasher for cleaning!
6. A colander that expands to fit the side of your sink so you can easily wash and rinse produce without it taking up much space. People also use this as a dish rack!
7. A salt and pepper marble wood tray to house these two essential seasonings in a chic container you'll be proud to leave out on the counter. An included brass spoon makes it easy to sprinkle these seasonings into any dish!
Note that this set should be hand-washed and not put in the microwave.
Promising review: "I love this little salt and pepper server. The quality is sturdy and beautiful and for the price, it is a beautiful statement as a gift or for your home. The price point is perfect and makes it truly a wonderful housewarming or host/hostess gift. I am very picky about quality and this product I give 5 stars. Will be buying many more." —Sancha88
Get it from Amazon for $30.59.
8. A flower trivet mat that doubles as cute wall decor when you're not using it to protect your table from hot pans.
9. An enviable salt mill (and matching pepper mill) in the color of your choice so you can match your current kitchen ~aesthetic~.
10. An absolutely beautiful set of handblown colored wineglasses worth treating yourself to. These will make your evening glass of wine feel even more special, and they'd add a lovely pop of color if displayed in a wine cabinet.
11. And a wine decanter designed to aerate your wine and release its natural aromas for an even better taste...but also because it's pretty.
12. A set of Rubbermaid food storage containers so you can upgrade your pantry situation with see-through storage to hold dried goods like pasta, sugar, flour, and cereal. It makes it WAY easier to find what you're looking for, and the organization will feel oh so satisfying every time you look at it.
13. And some simple yet sleek spice and pantry labels you could use with the above containers or with any you might already have. At the very least, you'll def want to label things like salt and sugar — mixing those up is a recipe for disaster. 😬
Promising review: "These labels are beyond my expectation! I'm totally in love with the way they look. My pantry looks so organized and modern. I’m in love and will definitely purchase from this shop again!!" —Sandra Yzaguirre
Get 20 spice labels and 20 pantry labels from Real + Vibrant on Etsy for $30+ (spice labels available in four sizes; pantry labels available in three sizes).
Real And Vibrant is a woman-owned small business based in Seattle. When cook and author Sapana Chandra was looking for a way to organize her spice drawer, she decided to create her own durable, beautiful, and modern labels. She's been selling them on Etsy since 2020. This bundle has labels for both spices and pantry items — you can see what is included in each set in the description for the item. And if there are labels not included that you're interested in, you can always custom order the spices or pantry labels you need.
14. A four-slice retro toaster with extra-wide slots to fit even those extra-thick bagels. It also has a dedicated bagel button, seven shade settings, and dual independent control panels so that person who likes their toast nearly burnt can do just that without affecting anyone else's breakfast.
Promising review: "Is it possible...a toaster can be...this sexy? Yes. Absolutely yes. This sexy toaster fit right in my farmhouse-style kitchen with its cool mint-green color and retro vibes. Pros: four slots, and they are the wide-and-long type, meaning those fancier breads fit without squishing the sides of your slice. It has a bagel setting, as well as a nifty reheat button so your toast doesn't get burnt or overly crispy if you aren't hovering over it and miss it pop up and have to retoast it. It is fairly easy to clean, just dump the tray, so no worries about crumbs or bits of bread burning in the bottom and ruining the perfect taste of your slice. The knobs have a neat texture and are adjustable so you can time it just right for Pop Tarts, toast, or toasted sandwich bread. Cons: My husband is a little jealous of how much I love this toaster, and has been asking me if it is better than him. What could I say? I mean it makes TOAST, all he makes is methane gas so... Maybe consider ordering a couples therapy workbook to go with this toaster when purchasing." —Alice R.
Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in three colors).
15. A drip coffee maker that's not your average Mr. Coffee — the matte-white design with copper finishes gives it a sleek, modern look to suit its modern features, including Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility and Voice-To-Brew controls.
16. A soy sauce cruet because such an essential condiment deserves a darling little vessel you can break out every time you order your favorite dumplings.
17. Waterproof plastic bag holders for those plastic grocery bags currently stuffed in a drawer or cabinet in your kitchen. Now you can store them in a much more aesthetically pleasing, space-efficient, *and* easy-to-access way, pulling them out from the bottom as needed.
18. A gorgeous stainless steel measuring cup set, because you might as well have a set with ~a pop of flair~ considering how essential measuring cups and spoons are to everyday cooking and baking.
19. A gorgeous glass juicer so you can get the most out of your favorite citrus fruit, then easily pour the juice right into your cup.
20. An investment-worthy KitchenAid stand mixer boasting 4.9 out of 5 stars and nearly 70,000 reviews — it's one of the best kitchen splurges, in my humble opinion, especially if you bake on the regular.
21. A beautiful patterned 10-piece mixing bowl set with spill-free lids and nonslip bases so your bowl doesn't move around while mixing up cake batter.
Promising review: "I cannot rave enough about how cute and perfect this plastic/melamine bowl set is! I was looking for something that nested, was durable but lightweight, had lids, and was the variety of sizes I needed. To boot, they have the nonslip rubber bottoms and an adorable floral pattern. The largest is ideal for huge salads, a whole watermelon, etc. The smallest is great for a handful of grapes. Perfect in-between sizes too. This definitely exceeded my expectations!" —Gretchen
Get it from Amazon for $36.59 (available in four colors).
22. A French-style marble butter keeper so you always have room-temp and perfectly spreadable butter on hand for your morning bagels and toast (because we all know the torture of trying to spread chilled butter).
23. A nitro cold brew maker to replace your daily coffee runs with café-quality cups of nitro cold brew made right at home! This stainless steel machine is chic enough to sit out on your counter and will save you money in the long run.
24. A 10-piece utensil set to replace all those mismatched spatulas and spoons you've been using for years. Each tool has a gray silicone head and light beechwood handle for a sleek, efficient design.
25. Or a 29-piece set of stainless steel cooking utensils if you're starting from scratch and want a high-quality, durable collection that'll last you for many years.
26. An AeroGarden indoor herb-growing system, complete with its own automated LED light and water level indicator — no soil needed! Try your hand at growing your own herbs or small vegetables — all you have to do is drop your seeds in, fill the bowl with water and some plant food, and plug it in!
27. And an herb stripper to cut down your time spent on one of the most painstaking kitchen tasks: pulling herb leaves off their stems. It has eight hole sizes, so all you have to do is insert your stem into to smallest hole it'll fit in, then pull it through to have all the leaves stripped off for you!
28. A fruit and veggie hammock so freakin' cute, it might even inspire you to start eating more produce. If an organized kitchen sparks joy in you, then you might wanna pick this up ASAP.
29. An elegant stainless steel kettle capable of heating up hot water for your evening cup of tea super fast. It's also so pretty, you'll probably be tempted to leave it out so you can look at it 24/7.
30. And a set of blooming tea flowers for an excuse to have an elegant tea party and break out the fancy cups — even if it's a party of one.
31. A pack of five airtight silicone lids in different sizes that'll come in clutch if your household is eating leftovers every other night. Having these on hand helps you cut down on plastic use, and they're easy to clean — just pop 'em in the dishwasher afterward!
32. A Le Creuset enameled cast-iron braiser that'll become a staple in your kitchen, whether you're stir-frying veggies, cooking a casserole, or even baking a cake. It's as durable as it is beautiful, with a sand-colored interior that promotes caramelization, prevents sticking, and resists stains.
33. A Bodum French press if you're craving those rich flavors you just can't get with a regular drip coffee maker. It'll brew you a premium cup of joe in just four minutes. Just be sure to use good-quality coarse-ground coffee with this!
34. And a rustic coffee server worthy of serving your guests caffeine and staying on the table for refills.
35. A proper set of measuring spoons and cups from The Pioneer Woman that are perfect for any farmhouse-style kitchen (or any kitchen with bright colors).
36. A rapid egg cooker made to take all the time and stress out of cooking eggs just the way you like them. This handy gizmo can cook you soft-, medium-, and hard-boiled eggs (up to six at once), and if you like poached or scrambled eggs, it can do that, too! You can even make an omelet in this thing.
37. A gold wire fruit bowl for displaying only the prettiest of fruits — no bruised bananas allowed in this fancy basket.
38. A super-sharp Miyabi birchwood chef's knife worthy of being your go-to knife in the kitchen. Capable of slicing through meat and produce effortlessly, the Miyabi knife is protected with 100 layers of steel and hand-honed using a traditional three-step process called honbazuke.
39. Or a sleek all-in-one set of black knives that comes with everything you need for your kitchen cutting and chopping needs. Plus, the clear acrylic stand makes it easy to display this stylish set.
40. A 12-piece dish set to add a bit of galactic flair to your dinner party and leave your guests starry-eyed.
41. Or a set of four constellation salad plates that are way prettier than any plate has a right to be, frankly.
42. A set of four beeswax food wraps, an all-natural, eco-friendly alternative to plastic wrap that actually keeps your food fresh for longer. Cover up a dish of leftovers, cheeses, fruit, bread, herbs, or anything else you want to keep fresh in your refrigerator with one of these gorgeous wraps. Plus, you'll be reducing your household's plastic use, so it's a win for the planet too.
43. Finally, a cute measurement guide spoon rest that manages to be useful in more ways than one. It doesn't just give you a place to rest your ladle while cooking — it also comes in clutch if you have trouble keeping straight how many cups are in a pint or how many tablespoons are in an ounce (because same).
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