Our Top Picks After testing three nugget ice makers for over a month, here’s what I found: Best Overall: EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker – Fast ice in 6 minutes, quiet operation, and costs just $3 per day to run. Best Smart Features: ecozy Nugget Ice Maker – App control, voice commands, and makes 44 lbs … Read more
Our Expertise I’ve been cooking with sous vide for over five years now. I started with a small unit for my home kitchen. Then I moved to larger models when I began hosting dinner parties. I test kitchen gear for a living. I’ve cooked hundreds of meals using different sous vide machines. I know what … Read more
Why Sharp Knives Matter in Your Kitchen I still remember the day I struggled to cut a ripe tomato with a dull knife. The blade slipped. I nearly cut my finger. That scare taught me a vital lesson about sharp knives. A sharp knife makes cooking safer and faster. It glides through food with ease. … Read more
Our Expertise I’ve been testing kitchen equipment for over five years now. My background in culinary arts and food science gives me a unique edge when evaluating cooking tools. I spend hours in my test kitchen each week. I cook everything from delicate sauces to high-heat searing. This hands-on approach helps me spot the real … Read more
Our Expertise I’ve been testing kitchen tools for over five years now. My kitchen is my lab. I cook daily and I’m always looking for tools that make my life easier. I bought all three funnels with my own money. No brands paid me. I used them for three months straight. I tested them with … Read more
I love cooking with fresh garlic. But I used to hate the smell on my hands. I also hated how long it took to chop garlic by hand. That’s why I started testing garlic presses. Over the past few months, I’ve used three different models. I minced garlic almost every day. I tried them with … Read more
Our Expertise I’ve been testing kitchen appliances for over five years now. My mornings usually start with waffles, so I know what makes a good waffle maker. I spent three months testing these mini waffle makers. I made over 200 waffles during this time. I tried different batters and recipes. I also tested how easy … Read more
Our Top Picks After weeks of testing in my kitchen and backyard, here are my top three digital meat thermometers: Best Overall: Alpha Grillers Instant Read Thermometer – Fast, accurate, and budget-friendly at $13.94 Best Features: ThermoPro TP19H – Auto-rotating display and motion sensing make it super convenient at $13.98 Best Value: AWLKIM Digital Thermometer … Read more
Our Expertise I’ve been testing kitchen gadgets for over five years now. My kitchen sees a lot of action. I cook daily and use oil sprayers for everything from air frying to grilling. I bought all three oil sprayers with my own money. I used each one for two months straight. I tested them with … Read more
Why Your Kitchen Appliance Brand Choice Matters Your kitchen is the heart of your home. The appliances you choose will serve you for 10 to 20 years. Picking the right brand affects your daily cooking experience. It impacts your energy bills. It determines how often you need repairs. Some brands excel at refrigerators. Others make … Read more