Tools
Why the Shape of Your Blender Pitcher Matters
Now we get why Vitamix sells all those extra vessels.
By Emily Farris
The Best Slow Cooker for Soups, Braises, Dips, and More
We have a new favorite (and it’s not the Crockpot).
By Emily Johnson, Erin Zimmer Strenio, and Emily Farris
The Best Vegetable Peelers of 2022
The peeler is a simple and economical kitchen workhorse. Here's how to choose the right one.
By Emily Johnson, Zoë Sessums, and Wilder Davies
How to Design a Pegboard Wall and Organize Your Kitchen Like Julia Child
Maximize storage and show off your copper cookware at the same time.
By Zoë Sessums
9 Ways to Use Wall Storage to Organize Your Kitchen
Not enough storage in your small kitchen? Make use of the vertical space you're forgetting about.
By Emily Johnson
The Best Pantry Storage Containers for Flour, Sugar, and Beyond
Keep your dry goods dry (and safe from pests) with the storage containers commercial kitchens swear by.
By Jarrett Melendez
10 Kitchen Cleaning Supplies You Didn’t Know You Needed
Doing the dishes has never been this exciting.
By Zoë Sessums and Wilder Davies
This Thai Vegetable Peeler Is the Key to Stellar Papaya Salad, Zucchini Noodles, and More
Haven’t mastered the julienne? Make effortless matchsticks with this peeler—no chopping required.
By Jae Thomas
All the Best Pots and Pans We’ve Ever Tested
Sure, a giant stockpot and single-egg frying pan are nice to have, but you really don’t need them. Here are six versatile, long-lasting pots and pans that will streamline your cooking.
By Emily Johnson
Boiling Eggs Is Never Boring With This Adorable Timer
It may look like a character out of an animated series, but you should take this tool seriously—it's your ticket to a perfect morning egg.
By Justine Lee
The Best Tortilla Press for Freshly Made Tortillas, Anytime
We tested tortilla presses made of a variety of materials—wood, cast iron, and aluminum—to find the very best one for at-home tortilla making. Be warned: Buying one of these may ruin you for store-bought tortillas forever.
By Jarrett Melendez
How Much Should You Spend on Stainless-Steel Flatware?
What you need to know when shopping for silverware.
By Elaheh Nozari
This Japanese Can Opener Is My Favorite Cutting Edge Kitchen Tool
Dump your clamp-and-crank can opener for this versatile, streamlined slicer.
By Justine Lee
The Best Cleaning Products for Kitchen Tools That Want a Little Extra Attention
The sprays, sponges, goops, and powders the Epi team uses to keep our tools in tip-top shape.
By Kendra Vaculin
Your Kitchen Needs This Tiny, Versatile Measuring Cup
It's a small tool with massive appeal.
By Kendra Vaculin
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.
By Elaheh Nozari and Wilder Davies
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.
By Emily Johnson
Best Knife Blocks, Docks, and Magnetic Strips to Store Knives
It's not just what storage you choose (magnet, drawer, block)—it's how you use it that keeps them sharp.
By Anna Stockwell and Kristi Kellogg