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The Best Toasters for Families in 2026 (Tested)

We tested the best toasters of 2026 from budget basics to smart appliances. Our top pick is the Revolution R180 Connect for its touchscreen precision and speed.

By Sarah Walsh

Updated Sep 19, 2026

Appliances

Best Deep Fryers of 2026: Tested for Crisp Results

We tested six deep fryers, from compact budget models to the All-Clad. Our top …

By Marcus Johnson

Updated Sep 19, 2026

Appliances

Best Air Fryer Toaster Ovens in 2026: Our Expert Picks

We tested five air fryer toaster oven combos, from budget Cuisinart to premium …

By Sarah Walsh & Elena Rivera

Updated Sep 19, 2026

Tools

Best Kitchen Tongs in 2026: Eight Pairs Tested

We tested eight kitchen tongs, from everyday workhorses to precision plating …

By Marcus Johnson & Daniel Kim

Updated Sep 19, 2026

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Best Wine Decanters in 2026 - Tested & Ranked

We tested the best wine decanters of 2026 from affordable crystal to premium handmade options. Our top pick is the Zwiesel Glas Handmade Enoteca for serious enthusiasts.

By Omar Haddad

Updated Sep 19, 2026 · 12 min read

Tools

Best Kitchen Timers in 2026

We tested kitchen timers from mechanical to digital triple-timers. Compare our top picks from OXO, KitchenAid, Escali, and Caraway for every budget.

By Margaret Sullivan & Priya Patel

Updated Sep 19, 2026 · 21 min read

Tools

Best Colanders and Strainers in 2026

Expert-tested colanders and strainers from budget to premium. Compare our top picks from Zwilling, OXO, All-Clad, Le Creuset, and KitchenAid.

By Elena Rivera

Updated Sep 19, 2026 · 15 min read

Tools

Best Mortar and Pestle Sets in 2026

We tested eight mortar and pestle sets from granite to ceramic. Our top pick is the GORILLA GRIP Granite Mortar and Pestle for its weight and price.

By Priya Patel

Updated Sep 19, 2026 · 17 min read

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Tools

Best Knife Sets for Your Kitchen in 2026

We ranked six knife sets from the $58 McCook to the forged Wusthof Classic, including the minimalist Victorinox trio pros buy and Shun's Japanese steel.

By Jenny Chen

Updated Sep 19, 2026

Six wood cutting boards tested, from budget acacia to end-grain maple. Our top pick is the …

By Jenny Chen & Daniel Kim

Updated Sep 19, 2026

We tested pizza stones and pans from budget to premium to find the best options for crispy …

By Marcus Johnson

Updated Sep 19, 2026

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Best Food Processors 2026: Our Hands-On Picks

Six food processors compared, from a drawer-sized chopper to the Breville Sous Chef 16. Our top pick is the Cuisinart 14-Cup, the dependable full-size default.

By Sarah Walsh

Updated Sep 19, 2026 · 13 min read

Appliances

Best Induction Cooktops in 2026: Five Portable Models Tested

Five portable induction cooktops tested. Our top pick is the Duxtop 9600LS, with twenty power steps, a sensor panel and 1800W from a normal socket.

By Marcus Johnson

Updated Sep 19, 2026 · 11 min read

Appliances

Best Vacuum Sealers in 2026: Six Machines Tested

We tested six vacuum sealers, from budget to premium. Our top pick, the Anova Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro, seals one-handed and suits sous vide.

By Daniel Kim

Updated Aug 17, 2026 · 14 min read

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Tableware

Best Placemats of 2026: Tested for Style and Durability

We tested seven placemat sets from cork to leather to acrylic-coated cotton. Our top pick is the MacKenzie-Childs Royal Check for sheer table presence.

By Omar Haddad

Updated Sep 19, 2026

We tested 11 of the best serving platters and bowls of 2026. Our top pick is the Le …

By Omar Haddad

Updated Sep 19, 2026

Eleven coffee mugs and tea cups tested. Our top pick is the YETI Rambler, ceramic lined so …

By Omar Haddad

Updated Sep 19, 2026

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Recipes

Sous Vide Chicken Breast: The Only Way You'll Ever Cook It

The foolproof way to cook a chicken breast, with a quick salt brine, sous vide at 65°C, then a fast skin-side sear. Impossibly juicy and perfectly seasoned.

By Daniel Kim

Updated Jul 9, 2026 · 8 min read

Recipes

The Only Beef Wellington Recipe You'll Ever Need

A proper Beef Wellington, with seared fillet, mushroom duxelles, jamón serrano and golden puff pastry with a showy lattice top. Less terrifying than it looks, infinitely more impressive than it has any right to be.

By Elena Rivera

Updated Apr 20, 2026 · 7 min read

Recipes

Scrumptious & Easy to Make Tuscan Salad

A rustic Tuscan panzanella salad with toasted fennel-rosemary ciabatta, punchy capers, anchovies, cornichons and the best tomatoes you can find. The kind of dish that makes you wonder why you ever bothered with lettuce.

By Priya Patel

Updated Mar 31, 2026 · 6 min read