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The 6 Best Portable Pizza Ovens of 2024

The best portable pizza ovens get hotter than the oven in your kitchen, so they deliver pizzeria-quality pizzas that are… …

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My Favorite Kitchen Deals from Amazon’s Spring Prime Day Sale!

If you missed out on Amazon’s massive Prime Day sale in October, they just announced a first-ever Big Spring Sale… …

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The 5 Best Stir Fry Pans of 2024

In my guide to the best stir fry pans, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the types of… …

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The 29 Best Baking Tools and Equipment of 2024

Whether you’re an amateur baker or a seasoned professional, the best baking tools and equipment can instantly upgrade your next… …

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The Best Small Air Fryers of 2024

My air fryer is one of my favorite appliances in the kitchen because it can cook all my family’s favorite… …

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The Best Charcuterie Boards of 2023

Charcuterie boards are an easy way to please a hungry crowd — there are SO many ways to make a… …

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36 Gifts To Give That Are $50 or Less

As holiday shopping begins, we can almost hear our bank accounts and credit cards sighing a little each time we buy a gift for our friends and family. We want to find those perfect presents for the special people in our lives, but, let’s be real, it starts to add up. Thankfully, budgets can be made and stuck to a little easier than we’d think. To help keep stress lower this holiday season, we’ve pulled together 36 gifts from our Shop that are $50 or less. Keep reading to see if any of our picks could be a fit for the people on your to-gift list. Read More >> …

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42 Gifts for Everyone in Your Family

Now that we’re officially settled into November, people who don’t procrastinate (I’m jealous of you) and want to avoid the mild panic that comes with last-minute holiday shopping (a feeling I know too well) are probably already starting to cross names off of their gift list. If you’re one of these proactive holiday shoppers and have begun the gift hunt—or keep telling yourself this is the year you’ll finally become one—you’re in luck. Shopping for family members can feel daunting, especially if you’re someone with a large family. So to help, we’ve rounded up 42 gifts that are bound to be a fit for at least a few of the family members on your list. Read More >> …

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12 Advent Calendars for This Year’s Christmas Countdown

If you celebrate Christmas, you know the countdown unofficially begins sometime during that stretch between Halloween and Thanksgiving. The pumpkins and gourds find their way off of the mantle and front porch and are slowly replaced with small Christmas trees and garlands dusted with fake snow. Part of the fun that comes with counting down to Christmas is having an advent calendar to surprise you with treats every day of December leading up to the 25th. Just decide the kind of surprise you’d like to have—do you want chocolates? Tea? Gummy candies?—and make sure you have it in your hands before the first of December. Then, each day, open the slot with the corresponding number to find what the calendar has in store. (It’s like a pre-Christmas gift warmup, if you ask us!) And as we inch closer to the holiday, it’s time to choose the calendar for you. Read More >> …

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15 Gifts for the Wine Lover on Your List

We all have that friend who serves as the unofficial sommelier of the group. You know, they can talk for hours about different grape varietals and their favorite bottles, they never show up to a function empty-handed, and they do the simple swirl of the glass before taking the first sip. They’re the friend who’s appointed to taste the bottle you just ordered at the restaurant and they’re the one with the glassware collection you might want to raid. When it comes to shopping for someone with a specific interest—whether it be wine, bourbon, or gardening—you’d think finding the perfect gift would be easy. After all, if you’re able to focus on a specific sector of gifts, it should be simple, right? Not so much. Nothing can turn stressful faster than shopping for someone who knows a lot about something you know only the basics of. So, we’re here to help. Read More >> …

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13 Gifts Any Thanksgiving Host Will Love

We all know it’s common courtesy to not show up to any dinner, holiday, or party empty-handed. Whether it’s flowers, a dessert, or a bottle of wine, whoever’s playing host that evening will usually appreciate the small gift saying thank you. When it comes to holidays, the host gift can get a little tricky, given the scale of the event. Even if you’re just going to a mellow Friendsgiving, you might walk in and find eight bouquets of fresh flowers scattered across the kitchen counter or dining table with only four vases in sight. If you’re heading to a friend or family member’s house for Thanksgiving this year but are unsure what to give them, we can help. We’ve rounded up 13 small gifts anyone running this year’s turkey-day dinner will appreciate. Read More >> …

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No Reno Refresh: 3 Simple Ways to Update Your Living Room

This article originally appeared on Schoolhouse, a Portland-based company in the Food52 family of brands. As lifelong students of interior design, we’re always looking for simple ways to spruce up our living space. From swapping out throw pillows to rearranging art, small changes can make a big impact when it comes to updating a room. If you’re looking for a few easy interior upgrades to tackle this fall, we’ve got you covered. Scroll below for our top 3 tips for refreshing your living room without renovating. Read More >> …

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The 4 Best Olive Oil Sprayers of 2023

The best olive oil sprayers make coating your cookware quick and convenient. Olive oil is such a versatile and flavorful ingredient to use in your cooking — it’s a staple in so many of my favorite recipes! However, if you’re pouring it out of the bottle, it’s easy to use more than you intended, adding …

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23 Gift Ideas for the Plant Lovers in Your Life

This post contains products independently chosen (and loved) by our editors and writers. Food52 earns an affiliate commission on qualifying purchases of the products we link to.
If you need to give a gift but you’re not sure of the recipient’s interests, a plant—or something plant-related—is often a safe bet. After all, who doesn’t love to bring a bit of greenery into their space? Read More >> …

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Tools of the Trade: 11 Essentials for Throwing the Ultimate Outdoor Grill Party

This article is part of an interview series called Tools of the Trade, a column featuring expert-approved tips, tricks, and product recommendations. Food52 earns an affiliate commission on qualifying purchases of the products we link to. If you believe that boxed wine can’t be high quality, Woody Hambrecht and Ross Dawkins are here to change that. Career winemakers and decades-long friends, the pair are the co-owners of Ami Ami, a direct-to-consumer brand focused on providing high-quality, eco-conscious, and delicious boxed (yes, boxed) French wine. Read More >> …

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7 Pans & Skillets Worth Adding to Your Cookware Collection

When it comes to building out your cookware collection, it’s easy to get bogged down by all the options. Do you want a smaller skillet that’s perfect for single-servings of eggs? Has cast iron been calling your name? Are you weighing the pros and cons of nonstick? Don’t worry, we can help. The good thing about selecting cookware is that there’s really no wrong way to do it. Choosing the right skillet or set really just boils down to who you are, the kind of meals you make, your budget, and how much space you have. Someone with a limitless budget and sprawling cabinet space might spring for a 14-piece cookware set, while someone wanting to start small might opt for a single pan that can reliably do different things without breaking the bank. Read More >> …

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The Dansk Kitchen & Table Essentials You’ll Find in Our Homes

If you’re unfamiliar with Dansk—the Danish design brand that was founded in 1954 and has been part of the Food52 family for a while now—we’ll bring you up to speed. From 1954 until the early 1980s, Dansk’s designs were created by the Danish sculptor and designer, Jens Quistgaard. Pieces under the Dansk name are known for their iconic mid-century aesthetic and bright, bold color palettes. They’re multi-functional (the lid of the Købenstyle saucepan, for example, doubles as a trivet), durable enough to last decades, and are uniquely beautiful wares you’ll want to have out on display. We might be a little biased, but here at Food52, we’re big fans of Dansk’s cookware, baking dishes, and serving accessories. So, we thought it was time to check in with our team to see which pieces from the Dansk lineup they find absolutely essential. From a small butter warmer to a wood salad set, here are five of our…

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7 Stylish New Linens to Dress up Your Dining Table

When you’re dreaming up your perfect tablescape, the difference really is in the details. After all, those same plates you use every night can look brand-new when paired with a fresh assortment of glassware, cutlery, or table linens. We’ve been welcoming an array of new arrivals to the shelves of our Shop these last few months: grilling tools, cocktail glasses, a 1960s dinnerware comeback, and even a limited-edition collector classic. Now, it’s time we add a little oomph to your dining table’s design. Read More >> …

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12 Must-Have Accessories to Elevate Your Home Bar

We’ve been talking a lot about cocktails, mocktails, and everything you need to make them this season. We shared a “Semiserious Guide to Mezcal Cocktails”, an expert-led how-to for picking the perfect cocktail glass, broke down apéritif hour, and sang the praises of tequila spritzes. All that cocktail-making inspiration is fun, but we know that setting up an at-home bar can quickly become intimidating. Whether you are trying to find the perfect glassware or deciding on the best liquors and liqueurs to add to your bar cart, the once-fun task can soon feel like a chore. Read More >> …

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8 of Our Favorite Food-Storage Solutions

Leftovers often get a bad rap. It’s rare to spend the day looking forward to diving into a bowl of reheated pasta or day(s)-old stir-fried rice, but we think that should change. There’s no reason the delicious dinner you enjoyed the night before, or the second half of that sandwich you loved, can’t be something you’re excited to finish off the next day. When done right, a meal made of leftovers can be a treat and a time-saver. After all, how often are any of us making single-servings of our favorite meals? The key to enjoying leftovers is all in how they’re stored and how easily they can be reheated. This is where Mepal comes in. The Dutch brand is known for its ergonomic, easy-to-stack, and easy-to-heat storage containers. They’re the masters of combining form, style, and function in the realm of reusable food storage. Whether it’s a stackable multi-piece set, a full pantry-organization kit, or…

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The Plastic-Free, Reusable Wraps That’ll Keep Your Food Fresh

Anyone who frequently cooks or bakes knows just how quickly kitchen waste can pile up. There are the compostable bits—eggshells, fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds—and the trash that can only end up in the bin, like plastic wrap and packaging. If you try to fill your home with products that are mindful of the environment but have struggled to find a reliable swap for plastic wrap, you’ll be thrilled to learn about Bee’s Wrap. Read More >> …

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7 Colorful Light Fixtures We Can’t Get Enough Of

When it comes to choosing lighting fixtures for your home, the color options are usually a bit limited. You’re typically given the opportunity to choose between different neutral metal shades with a matte or glossy finish—industrial chrome, matte black, a shimmery bronze—but sometimes you want something a little more vibrant to zhuzh up your space. Luckily, Schoolhouse—our Portland-based sister brand known for its fun, colorful design accents, furniture, hardware, and lighting—just dropped some of our favorite lights, sconces, lamps, and pendants in 32 new-to-Schoolhouse hues. There are vibrant pinks, oranges and reds, mellow greens, blues and yellows, and even an array of not-boring neutrals like a deep-brown butterscotch, creamy shell white, and a glossy ecru. Read More >> …

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The 1960s Cult-Classic Dinnerware Making a Comeback

If your kitchen cabinets are filled with stackable dinnerware and cups, you have Lella and Massimo Vignelli, along with plastics manufacturer, Alan Heller, to thank. In 1964, Vignelli designed a bright, colorful, and perfectly stackable melamine tableware set. As writer Alissa Walker says in a 2021 article in New York Magazine’s Curbed: “Vignelli’s pieces embodied both precision and playfulness, and they did indeed tolerate total abuse, but they also excelled at a task most housewares companies hadn’t nailed: stackability.” This same set would later be produced by Heller in the United States. Photo by Massimo and Lella Vignelli papers, Vignelli Center for Design Studies, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY Heller discovered the original designs in 1966—which were initially only available in white and yellow—when they were on loan from the Museum of Modern Art, where they sat as part of the permanent design collection. This…

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11 Colorful New Arrivals Ideal For Your Dinner Table

Finding fresh, fun ways to incorporate color into the design of your dinner table can be an exciting challenge. If you’re someone who prefers a more subtle, minimalistic use of color, it all comes down to skillfully choosing the right hues and placement to keep things calm. If you’re a fan of more maximalist, bold colors, you’ll need to have the right eye for bringing multiple colors and patterns to the table (bad pun not intended) without creating chaos. Lucky for you, we have an array of vibrant new arrivals perfect for adding pops of color—however big or small—to your table design. Whether it’s a turquoise salad bowl, yellow cloth napkins, or an ocean-blue carafe, we’ve got you covered. Keep scrolling for 11 of our favorite new arrivals that’ll help bring some color to your table. Read More >> …

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Our Le Creuset Sale Ends Soon—Here’s What to Buy Before It’s Over

For almost all of July, a handful of our favorite Le Creuset pieces have been on sale. But, all good things must come to an end. Once August hits, the sale will be no more, meaning it’s time to scoop them up right now. Whether you’re looking to replace your worn-out skillet or an opportunity to try a grill pan, now’s your chance to collect Le Creuset cookware staples at a below-average price. Keep reading for a closer look at the six pieces on sale until August. Read More >> …

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