Kitchen & Dining

We compared full-size and bulk chocolate bars from Mars, Kinder, Hershey and more to find which boxes are worth buying, and when to order them.

We compared classic, honey-sweet, savory, and gluten-free cornbread mixes to find the best box for chili nights, holiday tables, and BBQ sides.

We tasted dark chocolate bars from 55% to 90% cacao to find the best everyday bar, the best bold high-cacao pick, and the best way to buy in bulk.

King Arthur makes the fluffiest everyday stack, and we found the best gluten-free mixes for bulk baking, high protein, vegan and keto diets.

We tested pancake and waffle mixes, from water-only boxes to gluten-free, keto, and long-storage cans, to find the one that crisps best in a home iron.

We tested bags at every per-pound price to find the best salt water taffy — soft, fresh picks for candy bowls, parties, gifts, and classrooms.

We tested meat and cheese gift baskets for spread, freshness, and presentation. Here’s the box to send for a party, a host, or an office list.

We tested chocolate advent calendars for generous pieces, good chocolate, and a countdown that feels special. These are the ones worth buying for 2026.

We chilled, carried and compared eight cases of still water to find the best for everyday hydration, the best budget case, and the best treat.

We cooked from eight kids’ cookbooks to find the ones children can follow. Here’s the best all-purpose buy, plus picks for baking and preschoolers.

We tested Mediterranean cookbooks for weeknight speed, ingredient access, and flavor, so you can pick the right one for your kitchen.

We tested sushi kits at home, from bamboo mats to bazooka tubes and press molds. Here is which one suits your sushi night and your shelf.