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Kitchen and Dining Writer, the Strategist

Emma Wartzman is the Strategist’s kitchen and dining writer. Previously, she was an editor at Bon Appétit.

  1. cookware and utensils
    14 of the Very Best Chef’s KnivesFinding one you feel comfortable holding and using for all your meals is vital to your efficiency and success as a cook.
  2. decor
    The Best Candlesticks, According to Designers and Candle ObsessivesA way to add a bit of elegance to your home — even without candles in them.
  3. cookware and utensils
    The 7 Very Best Dutch OvensInvest in a classic or go with a trusted, affordable workhorse.
  4. cookware and utensils
    The 9 Very Best ApronsStay clean, feel comfortable, look good.
  5. coffee
    13 of the Very Best Espresso MachinesThese will start your morning off right.
  6. small appliances
    9 of the Very Best BlendersPowerful machines to make smoothies, soups, nut butters, sauces, salsas, dressings, and more.
  7. tabletop week
    The Best Bowls, According to Cooks, Designers, and MoreWe’ve rounded up options for soup, stew, pasta, cereal, rice — you name it.
  8. kitchen
    Sur La Table’s Spring Sale Is Still On — and the Markdowns Are Still GoodThere are deals from big-name brands and some very nice tableware.
  9. cookware and utensils
    10 of the Very Best Cookware SetsYou want to curate a mix of types and materials (without going overboard).
  10. food and drinks
    13 of the Very Best Olive OilsAll the liquid gold you could possibly need.
  11. food and drinks
    11 of the Very Best Matcha PowdersWe asked matcha drinkers and bakers about their favorite tins.
  12. the strategist 100
    The Strategist Kitchen 100Obsessively curated kitchen items for cooking and eating every day.
  13. cookware and utensils
    The 12 Very Best Food-Storage ContainersMake your pantry and refrigerator easier to navigate and food less likely to spoil.
  14. cookware and utensils
    The 12 Best Pieces of BakewareMore than a dozen chefs recommend baking dishes, cake tins, and more.
  15. small appliances
    10 of the Very Best Air FryersIn a market where there’s more chaff than wheat, we asked a panel of experts for the models they use and love.
  16. outdoor leisure
    15 of the Very Best Water BottlesAlways be hydrating.
  17. coffee
    10 of the Very Best Coffee MakersFor a solid, fuss-free way to caffeinate at home.
  18. coffee
    13 of the Very Best Coffee GrindersAny cup of coffee worth drinking is made from freshly ground beans.
  19. cookware and utensils
    The 10 Very Best Knife SetsThe key is to make sure you don’t end up with a ton of blades and accessories you won’t use.
  20. small appliances
    The 9 Very Best Electric KettlesBoil water with efficiency and style.
  21. small appliances
    The 8 Very Best Toasters“It’s the toaster for toast people.”
  22. strategist brain
    On My Mind: Target Towels and Oscars PopcornWelcome to Strategist Brain.
  23. small appliances
    The 7 Very Best Immersion BlendersWhile many people own a blender, the smaller and overall less expensive immersion blender can handle a lot of the same cooking tasks with less fuss.
  24. small appliances
    The 9 Very Best Rice CookersWhether you want a cheap and simple model or a technologically savvy machine with lots of settings.
  25. cookware and utensils
    Put Your Kitchen Utensils in a Stylish CrockDisplay-worthy containers that keep your cooking tools organized and within reach.
  26. coffee
    The 8 Very Best Milk FrothersWe’ve got electric, handheld, stovetop, and manual options for all your milk-frothing needs.
  27. cookware and utensils
    All the Best Pots and Pans We’ve Ever Written About“I often find myself daydreaming about sautéing some gnocchi or scallops with it right after I’m done washing it.”
  28. valentine’s day gifts
    The Best Food Gifts for Every Type of ValentineTons of chocolate, baked goods delivered to your door, and pantry favorites that’ll last long past February 14.
  29. small appliances
    The Very Best Soda-MakersBubbly whenever you want it.
  30. small appliances
    11 of the Very Best Waffle-MakersFor all the not-pancake people.
  31. small appliances
    The 5 Very Best Toaster OvensEven better than your built-in.
  32. cookware and utensils
    A Teeny-Tiny (But Useful) Le Creuset for Only $22It’s made for individual servings.
  33. dining and entertaining
    Here’s How I Throw Dinner Parties for 8 With No Dining RoomWhere there’s a will, there’s a way.
  34. kitchen
    The 10 Very Best Kitchen Trash CansNo more wasted space for your waste.
  35. cookware and utensils
    The 8 Very Best Kitchen Utensil SetsFor starting from scratch (or adding to your spatula collection).
  36. coffee
    The Very Best Coffee-Subscription ClubsFor every kind of home barista.
  37. cleaning
    The 12 Very Best Dish RacksNo more sopping countertops.
  38. cookware and utensils
    Tom Colicchio’s Favorite Smart Thermometer Is On SaleTake the guesswork out of cooking meat.
  39. dining and entertaining
    The Best Dinner Plates, According to Cooks, Designers, and MoreWe reached out to over 50 pros to curate this massive list.
  40. cookware and utensils
    The 11 Very Best Sheet PansIncluding a heavy-duty, restaurant-quality option to buy in bulk and an Instagram-ready one.
  41. coffee
    The 12 Very Best Travel MugsCut back on waste and enjoy a better cup of coffee.
  42. don’t dillydally
    New Stuff Alert: A Marshall Lunar New Year Speaker and Fruity Starface Lip BalmsPlus some stellar pantry staples.
  43. small appliances
    The Very Best Personal BlendersSpace-saving machines for smoothies, dips, dressings, and more.
  44. food and drinks
    The Best Hot Sauces According to Cooks and Recipe DevelopersHot, not-so-hot, and everything (zingy, tingly, crunchy, herbaceous) in between.
  45. cookware and utensils
    One of Our Favorite Smart Thermometers Is 30% Off (and Will Arrive by Christmas)It ensures a perfect cut every single time.
  46. cookware and utensils
    Everything You Need to Bake Holiday Cookies, According to Professional BakersIncluding picks from Dorie Greenspan, Erin Jeanne McDowell, and Molly Yeh.
  47. small appliances
    The 6 Very Best Food Vacuum SealersThe purpose of a vacuum sealer is a simple and noble pursuit: to make food last longer. But it has a lot of other perks, too.
  48. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Grilling Enthusiasts, According to People Who GrillYou won’t find extra-long tongs here.
  49. trust me i should know
    This Is the Cheapest Nicest Way to Wrap Holiday GiftsWhat’s on the outside does count — but doesn’t have to cost a lot.
  50. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Tea Lovers, According to Sommeliers, Consultants, and WritersHandy tools, chic accessories, and delicious varieties for curling up with a cup.
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