Thinking of Getting Someone a Coffee Pod? Go Old School Instead (And Love Your Coffee Again!)

If you’re thinking about buying a pod coffee maker for yourself or as a gift for someone, please read this first. There are better ways to go–no matter what your priorities are! Coffee pods have taken over the market. According to this article, coffee pods accounted for 35% of coffee sales in 2017. This translates to […]

Weston Vacuum Sealer Reviews: THE Comprehensive Buyer’s Guide

A vacuum sealer can save you thousands a year in less food waste, but how much should you spend on one? And which features do you need? The vacuum sealer market is huge, and if you don’t know what to look for, it can be frustrating and confusing.  Weston vacuum sealers are geared to a different […]

The Best Vacuum Sealers on Amazon Under $100 (Besides FoodSaver)

If you’re looking for the best vacuum sealer under $100 but aren’t sure what features you want, we can help. Find out how to save money, time, and food with these amazing appliances.  This review is limited to:Edge sealers (no chamber sealers or handheld sealers)Under $100Non-FoodSaver brands (see here for reviews of best-selling FoodSaver models)An average […]

5 Non-Kitchen Tools That Are Lifesavers in the Kitchen

There are a lot of tools not designed for the kitchen that are useful in the kitchen. Or, there may be a kitchen version, available in a kitchen store, which will cost you a great deal more than the version you can find in a hardware store or on Amazon.  Here are five of our favorite […]

Temperatures of Baked Goods Infographic

Do you bake? Have you ever been frustrated because you weren’t sure when your baked goods were done? If you’ve ever had your hard work ruined by going 5 minutes too long in the oven, this post is for you. Baked goods can be tricky. When you’re solely reliant on visual cues, it’s easy to […]

5 (Or So) Ways to Minimize Sous Vide Plastic Use

The idea of sous vide is appealing, but yeah, we get it: using all that plastic gives you pause. After all, you use cloth shopping bags, you have a stainless water bottle, you’ve converted to mason jars and pyrex for most of your food storage, and (of course) you recycle. You’re doing your part, and […]

Frigidaire Induction Range Review: 2 Very Affordable Options

Updated for 2019!It’s finally happening: induction ranges are starting to drop in price. And Frigidaire is leading the pack: their prices on 30-inch freestanding induction ranges have dropped a lot in the past couple of years. Frigidaire now has two very affordable options. Both are under $1200, with one under $1000–not much more than a comparably equipped […]

10 Myths About Nonstick Cookware (That You Should Stop Believing)

If you’re confused about nonstick cookware, well welcome to the club. There are half-truths, blatant obfuscations, and outright lies all over the nonstick cookware market.  A lot of sites aren’t giving honest information about the nonstick cookware they’re promoting. Whether out of a desire to sell cookware or just plain ignorance, a lot of sites are […]

Induction Range Reviews: The Best 30-Inch Induction Stove (Updated for 2019)

Induction is fabulous technology: faster, safer, and more efficient than gas and conventional electric. If you are in the market for a new range, you should definitely be considering induction!However, picking an induction stove from among the dozens of options out there is not an easy task. In fact, buying any appliance these days can be […]

The Best Nonstick Frying Pan: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

Nonstick skillets are an exception to our standard “buy once, cry once” rule here at TRK. Read on to find out why. Table of Contents The Best Nonstick Frying Pans at a GlanceAbout Nonstick CookwareWhat Is Nonstick Cookware? (A Brief History)Which Is the Best Type of Nonstick Frying Pan to Buy?Do Well-Known Brands Make Better […]

Should I Buy a Skillet or a Saute Pan (Or Both)?

If you’re in the market for a new frying pan, you’re probably asking yourself that age-old question: Should I get a skillet or a sauté pan?  Which is better? Is there even a difference? The answer is that, yes, even though the two pans are similar, there are important differences in design and function, and those differences matter to […]

All-Clad Copper Core: Is It Worth It? (A Detailed Review)

All-Clad Copper Core cookware is one of All-Clad’s most popular–and most expensive lines.  In this detailed review, find out how Copper Core compares to other All-Clad lines, to other clad cookware, and to other copper cookware–and if Copper Core cookware is worth its premium price tag. See All-Clad Copper Cookware on AmazonClick to buying options (below) Table […]

All-Clad Vs. Demeyere: Which Is Better?

If you’re a serious home chef, you need to have the proper tools.With the possible exception of knives, the most important tools in your kitchen are your pots and pans. All-Clad and Demeyere cookware are two of the best options around. Here, we’re going to examine and compare All-Clad and Demeyere clad stainless cookware. This comparison should give you […]

How to Buy Online: Teach Yourself About Technical Products and Get What You Can Truly Love

Love the convenience of online shopping, but afraid of getting a bad deal? How to buy online? Especially products you’re not familiar with and don’t understand very well?  The answer is that you have to do your research–but that’s not as hard as it probably sounds. Whatever your budget, you can find great products online that […]

Induction Cooktop Reviews: The Samsung Induction Range and Induction Cooktop–Yay or Nay?

Updated for 2019!!Find out about the new, top-of-the-line Samsung induction cooktop and range. The great design, exciting features, and moderate price (for induction) make it worth a look if you’re in the market for induction cooktops. Table of Contents About SamsungIs Samsung a Good Quality Choice?Induction Cooking Pros and ConsIs Induction Cooking Safe?Range or Cooktop […]