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With so many brands and products vying for your attention, it can be hard to know what to add to your cart. Our buying guides and Test Kitchen-Preferred product reviews help you make smart choices for your home and kitchen.

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The Best Places to Order Chicken Online

There are so many good reasons to buy chicken online, but which poultry is worth the premium price? We tested...


The Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Hero Pan Is a One-Pot Cooking Solution

Is the Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Hero Pan truly the hero it claims to be?


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Solo Stove Bonfire Review: This Sleek Fire Pit Is Truly Smokeless

Smell ya later, smoke. Our Solo Stove Bonfire review confirms this sleek fire pit is worth the hype. We've been...


Traeger Ironwood XL Review: The Ultimate Pellet Grill for Smoking Enthusiasts

Consider this your (smoke) signal to buy a pellet grill! In our testing, the Traeger Ironwood XL delivered meatloaf, pork...


Smithey Cast-Iron Skillet Review: My Go-To Kitchen Pan for Every Dish

I own a lot of cast-iron skillets, and this is my favorite. Smithey cast iron cooks like a dream and...


Balsam Hill Flip Tree Review: Christmas Tree Decorating Has Never Been Easier

Skip the stress and get straight to decorating with the easy-setup Balsam Hill Flip Tree. Our holiday expert raves about...


The Nespresso Vertuo Plus Is the Best Coffee Pod Machine Money Can Buy

Bye-bye stale coffee! This machine brews coffee shop-level espresso and coffee every. single. time. Here's our review of the Vertuo...


Ninja Creami Review: Is This Viral Ice Cream Maker Worth the Hype?

After a few kitchen experiments and countless pints of ice cream, the Taste of Home testing experts can confidently give...

The 7 Best Coffee Brands of 2026

Brewing a pot at home? We tasted 30 different types to find the best coffee brands.


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We Tried a KitchenAid Pasta Press—And It’s the Gadget of Our Italian Dreams

The nifty KitchenAid Pasta Press is a top-tier mixer attachment, according to our Executive Culinary Director. Read her full review...


We Tried the Viral, Steam-Powered Balmuda Toaster Oven—and It Reheats Pizza Like a Dream

Is the glamorous, steam-powered Balmuda toaster oven worth the price? One Shopping Editor put it to the test.


I Tried the Updated Bissell Steam Shot All Over My Home—and the Results Are So Satisfying

Think your home is clean? My Bissell Steam Shot review certainly made me second guess the cleanliness of my bathroom...


HexClad Dutch Oven Review: This Workhorse Replaces Every Other Pan in My Kitchen

The HexClad Dutch oven cooks just about everything—and looks good doing it.


The Best Coolers, According to Our Product Testing Team

Our Product Testing Team tested 12 ice chests against each other to determine the best coolers. A whopping 240 pounds...


The Best Sheet Pans for Your Kitchen, According to Our Pro Team

Your cookies deserve the best sheet pans. Find out which brands our Test Kitchen uses so you can get pro-level...


Pressed Floral Bouquets Are a Stunning Way to Preserve Life’s Most Special Moments

Transform your cherished blooms into timeless pieces of art with the Pressed Floral trend, extending their beauty for a lifetime.


Universal Yums Review: This Snack Subscription Takes Your Taste Buds Around the World

We traveled all the way to Belgium for this Universal Yums review (well, our taste buds did!), and we're so...

We Tried Wildgrain, the Internet’s Favorite Bake-From-Frozen Bakery Box

Freshly baked bread delivered right to your door? Sign us up! We tested the loaves and pastries from the beloved...


HexClad vs. All-Clad: Which Cookware Is Better for You?

There's no wrong choice between HexClad and AllClad, two stellar cookware companies. We tested both brands and can confirm they're...


Xtrema Ceramic Cookware Review: How Does it Perform Against Ceramic-Coated Options?

What is fully ceramic cookware, and how does it differ from ceramic-coated pans? Our Shopping Editor put the 100% ceramic...


This $15 Container Makes Perfect Pasta in the Microwave

Perfect pasta dishes don't have to take hours. Say goodbye to boiling water and draining noodles—the Nordic Ware microwave pasta...


Be Your Own Barista with the Mr. Coffee Single-Serve Latte, Iced and Hot Coffee Maker

The Mr. Coffee 4-in-1 coffee maker whips up iced coffee, cappuccinos and lattes in under four minutes—but do the results...


The Best Charcoal Grill to Buy in 2025, According to Our Test Kitchen

There's no comparison to the smoky flavor of meat cooked over charcoal. If you love to cook outdoors, it's time...

The Best Organic Coffee [Tested and Reviewed]

Brew a pesticide-free cup of joe with the best organic coffee. Our coffee expert tested over a dozen...


I Tested the Internet-Famous Beast Blender To See if It’s More Than a Pretty Kitchen Ap...

The Beast Blender has won the internet's heart for its chic aesthetic and unique features, but how does it compare...


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I Tried the Bartesian Cocktail Maker—Is It Worth the Splurge?

Also known as the "Keurig for cocktails," the Bartesian cocktail maker is the next best thing to having an in-house...


The Best Wine Openers: Pro Corkscrew Picks of 2025

Time to grab your favorite bottle of rosé. Our experts found the best wine opener options on the market, including...


We Tried the Internet’s Favorite Water Bottle—Here’s Our Honest Review

By now you've likely heard of the Stanley Quencher tumbler. It's chic, comes with a straw and helps you drink...


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Pro Picks: The Best Orange Juice Brands

Complete your breakfast spread or weekend brunch mimosa with the best orange juice. Our pros sampled 10 to find the...