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1. A knife block set so there's never a ~dull~ moment while chopping, slicing, and dicing. Put this on your counter and your guests will know you're serious about sharpening your culinary skills.
2. A rolling kitchen cart for extra storage wherever you need it. Use the butcher top for space to prep while the bottom shelves can hold small appliances or display your favorite cookbooks.
3. A coveted tried-and-true KitchenAid stand mixer that will come in extra handy when you want to whip up a batch of cookies.
4. A canister storage set with four jars that are as practical as they are pretty. The tallest one can hold spaghetti noodles, while the shortest one is great for coffee, candy, and other dry goods.
5. A set of organizing bins that will spark joy every time you open your refrigerator. Bring order to everything from eggs and soda to fresh produce.
6. A BoosBlock cutting board that has both form and function. Use it to show off your butcher skills, or use the thick wood as a serving platter for your favorite apps.
7. A spice drawer organizer for easy access to quickly add flavor to your meals. Save yourself from spices toppling out of a cabinet every time you need to find your basil in the way back.
8. An iconic Vitamix blender that can mix up whatever you throw at it — from a morning breakfast smoothie to a hearty *hot* soup.
9. A KitchenAid immersion blender that will be your hero this winter. This handheld cordless blender can be popped into any large pot to turn ingredients into your favorite soup or pasta sauce.
10. A nonstick bakeware set that will help you grow your skills. Whether that's learning how to bake gourmet-level treats or just upgrading baking pans for heating up your favorite frozen appetizers, we won't tell!
11. A nonstick cookware set because you don't have to spend a ton of money to get every size pot and pan you'll really ever need.
12. A set of stainless steel measuring cups and spoons so you can both accurately measure your dry ingredients *and* take IG-worthy flat-lay shots for your next home-cooked meal.
13. A liquid measuring cup set that will save you from dreaded math conversions with markers for both ounces and cups. They're stackable, so they also won't take up too much storage space.
14. A stainless steel mixing bowl set with enough sizes to prep everything from a couple of eggs for breakfast to grandma's famous potato casserole for your family dinner.
15. A Staub six-quart Dutch oven that will become the envy of your friends, even if all it does most of the time is aesthetically sit on your stovetop.
16. A Le Creuset four-quart stoneware dish that will carry you through casserole season in style. The lid also means you can store leftovers in the fridge without battling with saran wrap or Tupperware.
17. A digital meat thermometer because there's nothing more nerve-wracking than cooking chicken for other people. Build confidence in your cooking skills with this foolproof tool.
18. A glass Pyrex storage container set for a more sustainable way to store and heat up leftovers than those plastic takeout boxes you've been hoarding.
19. A utensil drawer organizer that can keep your cutlery clutter-free while also giving you space for those bigger grown-up utensils. Think serving ware, whisks, measuring spoons, and more.
20. A mini food processor because sometimes you just don't have the patience for chopping and it's okay to take the easy way out.
21. A chrome bakers rack storage shelf for when your counter and cabinet space just isn't enough. Extend your kitchen with this multi-use rack that can hold appliances, decor, and even plants.
22. A kitchen utensil set that takes the guesswork out of finding the right tools. Plus, aesthetically it doesn't get better than a matching set.
23. A Cuisinart air fryer toaster oven combo because who doesn't want a small appliance that can do more? With more than 1,000 five-star reviews, this sleek machine can make even heating up pizza look very adult.
24. A six-quart slow cooker to finally make one of those set-it-and-forget-it TikTok recipes you've been favoriting.
25. A bamboo cheese board because what's more adult than hosting guests around a curated charcuterie board? Bonus points here for the special utensils and dedicated space for crackers.
26. A set of red and white wine glasses for your next fancy girl's night or at-home happy hour. Even that cheap red blend deserves a proper glass to breathe and aerate to its full potential.
27. A milk frother to make your favorite lattes and cappuccinos at home on those days you'd rather hibernate than hit the cafe.
28. A set of stainless steel colanders so you don't have to worry about noodles going through big holes. Also great for washing fruit, veggies, rice, and more.
29. A set of two stools that will give your guests a comfortable place to watch you and your culinary skills in action. They come in counter or bar height depending on the size of your island.
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