February 11, 2022

Reverse Osmosis, Reviews, Water, Water Filters

Our research into nonstick cookware led us to discover the importance of filtered water. PFAS–known as “forever chemicals”–are now found in nearly every water source in the world. These chemicals have been linked to numerous health issues, including cancer. Reverse osmosis (RO) is, for most households, the most effective way to get safe, clean drinking water.

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January 27, 2022

Reviews, Rice Cookers

Rice is a food staple, but for many of us, it’s not easy to make. You can easily overcook, undercook, or scorch it; it can be mushy or dry even if you use the same method every time. Cooking rice in a on the stove is never foolproof. Because of this, even people who don’t want

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January 13, 2022

Cookware, Heritage Steel, Reviews

Heritage Steel cookware is an American-made cookware brand that isn’t as well known as All-Clad, but has some impressive features, including 5 plies and a cookware surface made from 316Ti stainless steel (like Saladmaster, but considerably less expensive). Their newer Eater line has a 304 stainless cooking surface (like All-Clad) and is less expensive, but

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January 4, 2022

Cookware, MadeIn, MIsen, Reviews

Made In and Misen are popular direct-to-consumer (abbreviated “DTC” or “D2C”) cookware brands. By cutting out the retail middleman, they offer high quality products at lower prices than some comparable brands such as All-Clad.  (Update: You can find both brands on Amazon now: see Made In and Misen on Amazon.) Both brands offer quality cookware, but their product

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November 19, 2021

cast iron, Cookware, Demeyere, Uncategorized

If you haven’t yet learned the simple art of pan searing a steak, it’s high time. This is an easy, delicious treat that any cook can master with a few simple steps and–of course–the right tools. Using the right pan is the key to getting a good sear. There are a few options, but we have

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