The Verge asked its staff to share their favorite kitchen tools, and the answers ranged from instant thermometers to rice cookers to toaster ovens. Two editors gave their opinions on coffee grinders, with one recommending the Capresso Infinity Conical Burr Grinder and the other recommending the Wilfa Uniform. Both writers enjoyed their respective grinders, appreciating their solid steel burrs and range of grinds. Another editor recommended the Miroco Milk Frother for frothing milk and making coffee or tea drinks. Finally, an editor shared the versatility of a rice cooker, noting that it can be used for more than just cooking rice, including steaming vegetables and making porridge or cake. Overall, the article serves as a helpful guide for anyone seeking to upgrade their kitchen tools for a better cooking experience.
1. Instant Pot – Pressure cooks, sautés, steams, and makes rice and yogurt 2. Sous vide machine – Cooks food to precise temperatures, for foolproof meats and tender veggies 3. KitchenAid stand mixer – The baker’s best friend, this machine mixes, kneads, and whips batter, dough, and cream 4. Vitamix blender – High-powered blender for smoothies, soups, and nut butters 5. Air Fryer – Creates crispy, fried-like foods using air instead of oil 6. Food processor – Chops, slices, and dices quickly for easy meal prep 7. Moka pot – Stovetop espresso maker that brews strong coffee 8. A good chef’s knife – The most important kitchen tool for chopping, slicing, and dicing 9. Cast iron skillet – Heavy-duty and long-lasting pan for searing and frying 10. Mandoline slicer – Thinly slices vegetables for uniform results 11. Instant-read thermometer – Ensures safe cooking temperatures for meats and poultry 12. Electric kettle – Boils water quickly and efficiently 13. Immersion blender – Multi-use tool for blending soups, sauces, and smoothies in the pot or jar
