Kitchen & Dining

We tested sympathy baskets for comfort, presentation, and shipping, from cozy blanket boxes to gourmet snacks and fresh fruit. Here are the ones worth sending.

Stands and mounts we keep on our own counter: eye-level viewing, bases that don’t tip, easy cleanup, and a fold-flat option for small kitchens.

We tested kitchen scales for baking, meal prep, and bulk batches. Our top pick solves bowl-blocked displays, with budget and precision picks close behind.

Stainless, glass and plastic measuring cups compared: which sets cover the fractions you need, read clearly, and hold their markings.

We tested instant-read and leave-in meat thermometers to find the fastest, most accurate picks for grilling, roasting and long smokes.

We tested instant-read thermometers for speed, accuracy, range, and survival at the sink. Here are the ones worth buying for grilling, bread, and candy.

We tested wireless grill thermometers for range, accuracy, and probe life. Here is what to buy for smoking, roasting, and everyday grilling.

The fridge and freezer thermometers we recommend: a battery-free dial, a big three-inch face, and a wireless alarm system for peace of mind.

We tested pepper mills side by side and picked the ones worth owning: even grinding, easy adjustment, and less grit on the counter.

We tested tongs for grip, spring tension, lock security and cleanup. Here is the pair for your stove, your grill and your nonstick pans.

We tested balloon, silicone, collapsible, and sauce whisks to find the ones that whip, blend, and clean up without fuss.

We tested soup ladles for deep bowls, long reach, and clean pouring. Here’s what’s worth a spot in your crock, from nylon to premium steel.