1. A salt and pepper marble wood tray to house these two essential seasonings in a chic container you'll be proud to leave out on the counter. An included brass spoon makes it easy to sprinkle these seasonings into any dish!

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Note that this set should be hand-washed and not put in the microwave. 

Promising review: "I love this little salt and pepper server. The quality is sturdy and beautiful and for the price, it is a beautiful statement as a gift or for your home. The price point is perfect and makes it truly a wonderful housewarming or host/hostess gift. I am very picky about quality and this product I give 5 stars. Will be buying many more." —Sancha88

Get it from Amazon for $22.21.

2. A colander that expands to fit the side of your sink so you can easily wash and rinse produce without it taking up much space. People also use this as a dish rack!

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This colander can expand from 14.5 to 19.5 inches. It's top-rack dishwasher safe as well!

I have this colander in the pink color and absolutely love it! I don't leave it out on my sink permanently, but I've hung it right next to my sink using small Command hooks so I can quickly grab it and place it on my sink whenever I need to clean produce or drain pasta. I love being able to leave ingredients on it to drain while I work on other steps of a recipe, and it also leaves enough room in the sink for me to place dirty dishes or wash a pan without the dirty water going onto my clean ingredients. Highly recommend, especially for small kitchens!

Promising review: "I’m obsessed with this. I leave it in my sink always. It makes washing fruits or draining pasta so much easier and has such a simple cleanup. It also adds a nice pop of color to my kitchen. I highly recommend it." —Alyssa

Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in six colors and in two-packs).

3. A slim magnetic stove shelf, a game-changing upgrade for smaller kitchens where counter space is at a premium. This magnetic shelf attaches to the top of your stove with zero installation required, giving you an aesthetically pleasing *and* functional spot to store small essentials while freeing up precious cabinet space.

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StoveShelf is a US-based small business that specializes in stove shelves for various sizes of stoves. 

Check out a Tiktok of the StoveShelf in action!

Promising review: "This is perfect and I’m obsessed. Where has this contraption been all my life? We basically freed up the cabinet above the stove where we messily stored our spices/oils and such. Now, the things we use the most are right in front of us. And more things fit than expected! Like our olive oil dispenser, nonstick cooking spray, a whole canister of sea salt. Also it’s magnetic so you literally just snap it on to your oven. This was the biggest bang for your buck sort of organization product I’ve gotten for my kitchen!" —Katie M.

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three sizes and in three finishes). 

4. A pretty stainless steel measuring cup set, because you might as well have a set with ~a pop of flair~ considering how essential measuring cups and spoons are to everyday cooking and baking.

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Promising review: "These are beautiful! It's a wonderful set! They are heavy duty and have a great expensive look without costing a fortune!" —K. LaNou

Get the eight-piece set from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five colors).

5. Prismatic window film to let the sun cast vibrant rainbows across the kitchen while providing a lil' extra privacy. It still lets sunlight through, but you won't have to stare at your neighbors' sun-tanning on the back deck while you wash dishes.

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Promising review: "When I’m standing at my kitchen sink, my view is my neighbors whenever they are on their deck. With this window cling on part of the window, now the neighbors have privacy and I have beautiful rainbows all over the counter and sink. It makes me happy! Great product! Great price! Easy to install!" —W. Macindoe

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 14 sizes and four colors).

6. The gorgeous Always Pan from Our Place, which will make you regret all the times you dirtied up six different dishes to make one meal. The Always Pan can do it all: braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, boil, serve, and store. It's also sooo lightweight and compact and comes in *gorgeous* colors to match your aesthetic.

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It comes with a beechwood spatula, custom stainless-steel steamer basket, modular lid, and of course, the pan.

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Melanie Aman swears by hers: "I love my Our Place pan. It's a beautiful sage color that isn't an eyesore on my stovetop. I also really love the steamer basket, which is great for frozen dumplings, and the nesting spatula. No more sauce and grease dripping from the spoon all over the counter!" (Psst — check out our full Always Pan review for more deets on why we love it!)

Get it from Our Place or Amazon for $105+ (available in three sizes and six colors).

7. A floral dish drying mat that'll look way nicer than spreading out an old, fraying dish towel on your counter; plus, it's highly absorbent! It's also easy to roll up and store, but it's honestly gorgeous enough to sit out 24/7, even when you don't have dishes drying!

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The top layer is made of absorbent PU leather, so you can simply rinse or wipe it clean. It also has an anti-skid rubber backing to prevent sliding. Reviewers love using this anywhere that's prone to messes, like by their coffee station!

Promising reviews: "I like that I can wipe this mat with a wet cloth. It’s water resistant, durable, and pretty!" —Miss Dee

"I was a little concerned about how things would dry on this mat since it isn't fabric, but everything seems to dry really well — and it is just so pretty a thing to have on my counter! Can't beat the price either." —Nana M.

Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors/styles).

8. A microwave rice and quinoa cooker so you don't have to wait 20 minutes just to make rice or some other grain to go with your meal! Just pop this into the dishwasher, and you'll have hot rice, quinoa, couscous, other the grain of your choice ready in minutes! It's specifically designed so that water doesn't overflow in the microwave while cooking.

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Promising review: "We love this rice maker! Prep time in just minutes. This has saved us so much time, especially when we need dinner done quick! The rice comes out fully cooked. In the beginning, it may take a few tries, since all microwaves are different, (setting at 800) as recommended, you'll eventually know what amount of rice goes with what amount of water, etc. I add salt to taste and a teaspoon of olive oil and it comes out delish! When done, just turn it over on your serving plate or just serve it directly from the container; afterward, just pop in dishwasher...no hard rice scraping to do. We've purchased other Lekue products and love them too! Highly recommend!" —Ani

Get it from Amazon for $25.15. 

9. Brightland's Duo olive oil set — you can whip out one of these premium olive oils for those fancier at-home date night meals, or any dish that could use a little extra oomph. These cold-pressed oils have distinct uses and flavor profiles, so you'll have fun experimenting with both.

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The Awake olive oil is best used for roasting, sautéing, soups, stews, and bread, and the Alive olive oil is designed for salads, hummus, baked goods, fresh greens, and bread. 

Brightland is a WOC-owned small business that sources olives for their oils from a family-run farm in California. 

Promising review: "I have yet to find another olive oil with better flavor than Brightland. I find myself making meals specifically just to use this lovely olive oil. It is a total game-changer. Say goodbye to that nasty bitter flavor that comes with most commercial oils, and hello to an explosion of flavors and spice. Ordering and shipping are always a breeze. You can also easily adjust the subscription to suit your needs. I’m so happy to have found this product. It honestly makes everything taste better." —Jen

Get it from Amazon or direct from Brightland for $74. 

10. A jar of Momofuku's famously delicious chili crunch if you like a little extra kick on...pretty much anything. It's made with three types of Mexican chilis, crunchy garlics, and shallots to add both heat and texture.

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BuzzFeed Shopping editor Bek O'Connell says, "I put this stuff on everything! It just makes food taste better. I highly recommend to any fellow spicy lovers looking for the perfect topping. This chili oil comes with seasoned salts, Mexican chilis, dried garlic, and shallots."

Get the original flavor from Amazon for $11 (also available in black truffle, hot honey, and spicy flavors as well as multipacks). 

11. A set of nesting mixing bowls in four ombré shades that, when stacked, are *very* pleasing to the eyes. Aside from their aesthetic, these have a few nice touches that make them easier to handle than the average mixing bowl — each one has a handle, a spout for pouring, and a black grip on the bottom so they don't slide around.

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Promising review: "I love these mixing bowls. The packaging is very beautiful. The bonus for me is the black rings in the bottom to prevent the bowls from sliding around on the counter when you’re mixing/whisking. I bought them for making pancakes, but I use them for everything now. The set is a nice upgrade from using a regular soup bowl for mixing." —Sarita

Get the set of four from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in 12 styles, including a set of six).

12. Swedish dishcloths capable of absorbing up to 15 times their own weight. They're more durable and last longer than the average dishrag, and the best part is that you can just toss them into the dishwasher for cleaning!

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They can also be put in the washing machine!

Promising review: "I originally picked these up to use in lieu of nasty, nasty dishrags that invoke my inner THIS IS NOT CLEAN demon. Since then, I have used them for everything from cleaning the kitchen to wiping up spills. After I use them, I just toss in the wash and they are ready to go again. They are the perfect size and do an excellent job on every task to which I have applied them. They come in a variety of fun prints, and I have yet to wear one out. Paper towel usage has taken a real nosedive, which is a good thing given its relative scarcity at present." —sandra simpson-kraft

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $7.18+ (available in 30 styles).

13. A flower trivet mat that doubles as cute wall decor when you're not using it to protect your table from hot pans.

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Promising review: "I simply love these trivets. I used them as a decoration on my kitchen wall. When needed, I just place them on the table for my hot dishes. They clean in a breeze and the color is great. The price is so reasonable that if I didn't need them, I still would have bought them. You will not be disappointed with this item." —redhead

Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six colors).

14. An enviable Le Creuset salt mill (and matching pepper mill) in the color of your choice so you can match your current kitchen ~aesthetic~.

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Promising review: "We use this with sea salt and it works like a gem. Also looks really good paired with the red pepper mill. Note that these are tall mills. I like them on the table to accompany dinner but when cooking, I prefer the smaller ones. It's a matter of preference, though. This salt mill works perfectly." —Melanie N.

Get them from Amazon: salt mill and pepper mill for $45.95 each (available in 12 colors).

15. And a wine decanter designed to aerate your wine and release its natural aromas for an even better taste...but also because it's pretty.

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After being kept in an airtight bottle, your wine needs to breathe. Pouring into a wine carafe releases its natural aromas and flavors for better taste!

Promising review: "My family loves this decanter. It improves the taste of all kinds of wines and looks very nice when displayed. It is much cheaper than many $100 or $200 decanters while looking and working just as nicely. While these can be a bit tricky to clean, I've been using a quick trick to make it look like new! 1) Rinse with warm water (if you have time, let it soak for an hour). 2) Fill about 1 centimeter with salt and add 2 centimeters of white wine vinegar. 3) Swirl the solution and CAREFULLY shake if stains are higher up. 4) Rinse with warm water. That should get your decanter ready for the next bottle! Hope this helps!" —Jackson L.

Get it from Amazon for $59.99.

16. A set of glass food storage jars with bamboo lids so you can upgrade your pantry situation with see-through storage — perfect for holding dried goods like pasta, sugar, flour, and cereal. It makes it WAY easier to find what you're looking for, and the organization will feel oh so satisfying every time you look at it.

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*Especially* if there are certain ingredients you like to leave out on the counter (like coffee and sugar), this keeps them close at hand while maintaining a nice aesthetic!

Promising review: "I recently upgraded my kitchen storage game with these fabulous glass containers with bamboo lids, and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. These containers have not only elevated the aesthetics of my pantry, but also contributed to my sustainability efforts. I am pleased with the quality and sturdiness of the glass, as well as the tightly sealed lids." —Caroline

Get the 7-pack from Amazon for $25.19.

17. And some simple yet sleek spice and pantry labels you could use with the above containers or with any you might already have. At the very least, you'll def want to label things like salt and sugar — mixing those up is a recipe for disaster. 😬

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Quart and Pint is a Utah-based small biz on Etsy that sells high-quality vinyl labels that are water- and oil-resistant! They're pre-printed and sold in packs. Check out their store page to see the current offering of spice and pantry label designs!

Promising reviews: "These are exactly what I wanted, they came out beautifully and were easy to apply. This pack contains every label I needed and then some. 10/10 would recommend." —shannon buffo

"The labels are very pretty and feel high-quality! I love that I can re-adjust them too (as opposed to just being stuck forever in one position)." —Maddie

Get a set of 134 minimalist black pantry labels from Quart and Pint on Etsy for $21.95. And get the matching spice label set here!

18. The iconic, much-loved Balmuda toaster for my fellow bread lovers out there — this splurge-worthy Japanese gadget is known for creating the *perfect* piece of toast, using a method that envelops the bread in a thin layer of steam to toast the surface while preserving the moisture and flavor within. Your morning toast and sandwiches will never be the same.

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It has four specialty bread modes — sandwich bread mode, artisan bread mode, pizza mode, and pastry mode — plus an oven mode with temps of 350, 400, and 450 degrees F, ideal for frozen foods, cheese-topped gratins, and other oven-cooked dishes.

Get a closer look at the Balmuda toaster on TikTok.

Promising review: "Holy moly! Best toast I have ever made. I did a comparison taste test with the Balmuda toaster versus my cheapie $60 toaster oven. You can really taste the difference in the toast with the texture and the moisture of the inside of the toast. Hands-down, Balmuda blew my other toaster out the water. So happy with purchase." —JL

Get it from Amazon for $309 (available in four colors).

19. Or a four-slice retro toaster with extra-wide slots to fit even those extra-thick bagels. It also has a dedicated bagel button, seven shade settings, and dual independent control panels so that person who likes their toast nearly burnt can do just that without affecting anyone else's breakfast.

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Promising review: "Is it possible...a toaster can be...this sexy? Yes. Absolutely yes. This sexy toaster fit right in my farmhouse-style kitchen with its cool mint-green color and retro vibes. Pros: four slots, and they are the wide-and-long type, meaning those fancier breads fit without squishing the sides of your slice. It has a bagel setting, as well as a nifty reheat button so your toast doesn't get burnt or overly crispy if you aren't hovering over it and miss it pop up and have to retoast it. It is fairly easy to clean, just dump the tray, so no worries about crumbs or bits of bread burning in the bottom and ruining the perfect taste of your slice. The knobs have a neat texture and are adjustable so you can time it just right for Pop Tarts, toast, or toasted sandwich bread. Cons: My husband is a little jealous of how much I love this toaster, and has been asking me if it is better than him. What could I say? I mean it makes TOAST, all he makes is methane gas so... Maybe consider ordering a couples therapy workbook to go with this toaster when purchasing." —Alice R.

Get it from Amazon for $97.99 (available in eight colors).

20. A dreamy Mackenzie-Childs enamel tea kettle to elevate not just your daily tea ritual but the entire aesthetic of your kitchen. Hand-painted with an elegant glass knob and wood handle for easy pouring, this work of art combines function and beauty and *demands* to be left out for admiring at all times.

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Get a closer look at it on TikTok!

Promising reviews: "Really, has anyone ever gotten anything from MacKenzie-Childs and NOT been completely over the moon? I love this teapot! I wish I could afford the whole line of Courtly Check enamel dishes...for a start!" —Debbie Dombrowski

"As silly as it sounds, I see this teapot on so many TV shows sitting on the stove. I just had to have one, and this is perfect — it brightens up my white kitchen. It doesn't whistle so you can't leave the room with it on the stove. But if you watch Real Housewives and see this on every single stove, it's the one, and I love it!" —Jackie M

Get it from Amazon for $169.95+ (available in two sizes and six colors). 

21. A drip coffee maker that's not your average Mr. Coffee — the matte-white design with copper finishes gives it a sleek, modern look to suit its modern features, including Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility and Voice-To-Brew controls.

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This beauty has a 10-cup capacity and even stores your favorite settings for number of cups, temperature, and brew strength. It's also equipped with built-in Wi-Fi that works with the SmartHQ app, Alexa, and Google. You can brew to your favorite temperature every time thanks to a precision coffee maker that creates drip coffee from 185 to 205 degrees. BTW, you'll need cone-shaped filters for this!

Promising review: "I bought this gorgeous machine for my coffee snob husband for Father’s Day. I went with the stainless and thermal carafe. After going through roughly six coffee makers in the last three years, we found a keeper. I thought he was going to cry drinking the first cup brewed using the Gold setting. Price is a little steep, but certainly cheaper than the total cost of all the fails we’ve gone through. Bonus points for the engagement of our teenagers setting it up on Wi-Fi and integrating with Alexa. I love the the convenience of the app. It makes setting schedules so easy. I can set up the entire week based on everyone’s calendar. It’s amazeballs. We have yet to play around with the settings since Gold has been a win, but the ability to make the amount you want on demand is wonderful. We usually start out the day with the max of 10 cups (I do wish it was 12), then make additional smaller amounts on demand. Brew time is FAST, maybe six minutes. I keep meaning to time it and keep forgetting. This is a fancy looking maker and looks amazing on the countertop. Even the box is high-end. My frugal husband gave me serious side-eye when opening it. I could see the 'WTF did you spend on this?' on his face. First cup and he was content and would possibly have sacrificed our first born for it. It’s a keeper." —Hilary

Get it from Amazon for $241.99+ (available in three other colors and two carafe styles).

22. An investment-worthy KitchenAid stand mixer as gorgeous as it is useful, whether you're whipping mashed potatoes, mixing cooking dough, or making a big batch of meatballs — it's one of the best kitchen splurges, in my humble opinion, *especially* if you bake on the regular.

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The 10-speed mixer comes with a flat beater, a coated dough hook, a six-wire whip, a bowl and bowl lid, and a pouring shield. The 5-quart stainless-steel bowl can mix dough for nine dozen cookies or four loaves of bread in a single batch! And you can buy special decorative mixing bowls for your KitchenAid separately.

I have this particular mixer in the Ice color and honestly can't imagine living without it now — it takes all the manual effort out of whisking ingredients and saves you a bit of time as you can work on other things while it's blending. If you've been on the fence about getting a KitchenAid, let this be the final nudge you needed to pull the trigger.

Promising review: "I have owned a KitchenAid mixer for well over 20 years and just upgraded to this one. We redid the kitchen and my accent color is aqua so this looks spectacular sitting on my counter. I wanted a little more power and this is perfect for me. I do a lot of baking so I couldn't live without a KitchenAid mixer. I also have the spiralizer and pasta making attachments. This is a work horse! I will never use anything but a KitchenAid." —T Jaye Brand

Get it from Amazon for $449.95 (available in 22 colors). 

23. A beautiful patterned 10-piece mixing bowl set with spill-free lids and nonslip bases so your bowl doesn't move around while mixing up cake batter.

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Promising review: "I cannot rave enough about how cute and perfect this plastic/melamine bowl set is! I was looking for something that nested, was durable but lightweight, had lids, and was the variety of sizes I needed. To boot, they have the nonslip rubber bottoms and an adorable floral pattern. The largest is ideal for huge salads, a whole watermelon, etc. The smallest is great for a handful of grapes. Perfect in-between sizes too. This definitely exceeded my expectations!" —Gretchen

Get it from Amazon for $34.64+ (available in two designs). 

24. A French-style marble butter keeper so you always have room-temp and perfectly spreadable butter on hand for your morning bagels and toast (because we all know the torture of trying to spread chilled butter).

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Promising review: "There are people who have this butter bowl and then there are savages. It’s like Zeus made a statue of himself and then carved the butter bowl out of that. I feel like society moved one step closer to true enlightenment with this invention. It really is the cats meow, and keeps our cat from licking the butter!" —Mike

Get it from Amazon for $26.45+ (available in five styles).

25. A bottle of Truff truffle-infused hot sauce you'll want to try on everything from sandwiches and pizza to pasta, eggs, and even your Taco Bell Crunchwrap — because this gourmet flavor levels up practically any dish.

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Promising review: "I’ve always been a 'cheap' hot sauce guy. I will spend $2–$3 dollars on a bottle and be happy. The typical, run-of-the-mill, grocery store hot sauces are fine with me. So, for me to spend almost 5 times that on one bottle of hot sauce is unheard of! And yet here I am, writing a 5-star review of a $15 bottle of hot sauce (with more on the way, thanks to Subscribe & Save). It’s a thick hot sauce with just the right amount of truffle flavor.The spice level out of '5 flames' is around a 2. It’s good on everything from pizza to chicken sandwiches to breakfast burritos. I tell everyone I know to try this Truff stuff. It’s great!" —D&CP301

Get the original black truffle hot sauce from Amazon for $14.99 (available in seven styles and packs of two and four). 

26. A nitro cold brew maker to replace your daily coffee runs with café-quality cups of nitro cold brew made right at home! This stainless steel machine is chic enough to sit out on your corner and will save you money in the long run.

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Promising review: "OK, so I'll admit, I was skeptical. Now not so much. I got one of these as an (early) Christmas gift. I dutifully brewed my first batch with more interest in the novelty of the machine and process than much else. My first batch (Starbucks Pike Roast) was next-level fun. It turned my everyday routine coffee into an affordable luxury. As strange as it sounds, the nitro makes the coffee taste sweet, despite no sugar. That first batch didn't last long. Now I'm taking the show on the road. I brought it to our neighborhood Christmas/holiday party and it was the perfect conversation starter and a nice option for the driver. I've had a few other social wins (think kids party, juice boxes, parents standing around looking for something not...juice). I'm pretty sure it sold a few of these in our neighborhood. Saying that in the (overly?) coffee/coffee-device-saturated Seattle region is really saying something. My favorite part so far is the convenience and availability. I work nights at a hospital and driving in to work coffee shops are closed. I can grab a pint of this on my way in and arrive sufficiently caffeinated for a long night. Overall, this is one of those gifts I wouldn't of thought of buying for myself but now that I have it there's no way I'd give it up. I'm counting this as a win." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $249.95.

27. A fruit and veggie hammock so freakin' cute, it might even inspire you to start eating more produce. If an organized kitchen sparks joy in you, then you might wanna pick this up ASAP.

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This cute macrame hanging basket is handcrafted by Knapps Knots, a San Diego-based macramé and wood craft shop run by Anastasia Knapp, who is originally from Ukraine.

I own this macrame basket (in the Cactus shade) and *highly* recommend it if you're looking to add a cozy touch to your kitchen. As someone with a relatively small NYC kitchen, I need every bit of counter space I can get, and this lets me keep produce out without having to take up space with a fruit basket or banana stand. I'm a big fan of utilizing vertical space as storage, and this does just that; plus, it allows for ventilation to help your fruit stay fresh for longer. I'm constantly cooking with onions or grabbing an apple as a mid-day snack, and having them right there at an arm's reach is sooo nice. BTW, these come with hooks that screw directly into a cabinet, but if you (like me) want to avoid that damage, I recommend using Command hooks — I'm using four of these small toggle hooks and they've held up the basket *with* produce in it wonderfully.

Promising review: "I love love love this! It adds a lot of charm to our kitchen, and it’s super functional. The macrame is very high-quality, and it shipped fast." —Rachel Amity

Get it from Knapps Knots on Etsy for $28.90+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors)

28. A wooden peg board insert you'll have fun setting up inside your kitchen drawers. Your plates, bowls, pot lids, and pans will be easily accessible, neatly organized, and safe from damage caused by bumping against each other, and you'll get that little kick of satisfaction every time you open the drawer.

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Promising review: "My contractor cut these to fit the drawers and they are so beautiful! My friends say that they were so creative and my dishes don’t slide around in the very large drawers! An excellent investment and well-made product." —Ri

Get it from Amazon for $103.99+ (available in three sizes).

29. An elegant set of square wine glasses that'll make you want to pop up your pinkie and pretend you're sipping on expensive champagne in your penthouse apartment. Very similar to ones sold at Crate & Barrel, these'll spare your wallet while making your morning OJ or evening merlot feel extra fancy.

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Promising review: "We've had four of these glasses for over six months now and finally just added four more to our collection. These glasses are SO CHIC and are very similar to ones sold at Crate & Barrel but are MUCH more durable. Unlike the C&B glasses, you can cheers without feeling like the glasses will break. In fact, they've tipped over in the sink a few times and are still intact. They dry beautifully, sparkle after the dishwasher and we get so many compliments on them. I love them!" —Katie B

Get a set of four from Amazon for $27.99 (also available in other sets and styles).

30. A 10-piece utensil set to replace all those mismatched spatulas and spoons you've been using for years (including those potentially toxic black plastic ones). Each tool has a gray silicone head and light beechwood handle for a sleek, efficient design.

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Karibe is a Black-owned small business that sells durable cookware from New Jersey. This set of utensils should be hand-washed!

Get the 10-piece set from Karibe for $45.99.

31. Or a 32-piece set of stainless steel cooking utensils if you're starting from scratch and want a high-quality, durable collection that'll last you for many years.

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This set includes measuring cups and measuring spoons, a skimmer, a slotted spatula, a slotted spoon, a cheese grater, a garlic press, a cheese knife, two spatulas, a tea strainer, a wine opener, a potato peeler, and more.

Promising review: "Lovely quality kitchen utensils set! Bought as a gift for daughter's newly remodeled kitchen! The set contains every possible utensil. This is NOT just another lightweight, cheaply made set. It's made to last a lifetime!" —Carla Couch

Get it from Amazon for $48.99. 

32. An AeroGarden indoor herb-growing system, complete with its own automated LED light and water level indicator — no soil needed! Try your hand at growing your own herbs or small vegetables — all you have to do is drop your seeds in, fill the bowl with water and some plant food, and plug it in!

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The AeroGarden Sprout comes with a free seed kit to get you started with three herbs (Genovese basil, curly parsley, and dill). You can also pick up one of AeroGarden's Grow Anything kits if you want to use your own seeds in the future! If you're interested in growing more, there are a variety of AeroGardens in bigger sizes as well as seed kits that let you grow cherry tomatoes, petunias, salad greens, and more.

Promising review: "I have three of the AeroGardens in different sizes. This size is perfect for herbs you use use all the time. The compact size fits anywhere. The system comes with fertilizer. You fill the reservoir, add the fertilizer, put the pods in and plug it in. The timer for the correct amount of light is preset, so make sure you put the unit in a place where the light won’t bother you. It also reminds you to add fertilizer. Once the plant is hardy enough, you can plant in soil or leave it on your counter in water. I love it!" —Nicki

Get it from Amazon for $58.80.

33. And a handy herb leaf remover to cut down your time spent on one of the most painstaking kitchen tasks: pulling herb leaves off their stems. It has eight hole sizes, so all you have to do is insert your stem into to smallest hole it'll fit in, then pull it through to have all the leaves stripped off for you!

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My former colleague Britt Ross says, "I bought this as a gift for my sister's boyfriend, who loves to cook, and he was SO excited about it — check out the GIF above to see how well it worked for him! It also shipped really quickly and was packaged beautifully." 

Collin Garrity is the St. Louis-based woodworker behind these lovely tools, and his other minimalist creations include whimsical ornaments you'll wanna keep around long after the holidays are over. 

Promising review: "Just exactly what I was looking for. The wood is smooth and comfortable to use and just pretty to look at. Quickly becoming a staple utensil for my kitchen." —David and Amy Emler

Get it from Shop Collin Garrity on Etsy for $18 (available in three types of wood). 

34. A steel odor absorber so you can cook with garlic, onion, and fish without *smelling* like it afterward. It absorbs all the stinky odors so they don't linger on your hands for hours.

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Promising review: "Definitely get one of these if you're thinking about it. I was skeptical, but it really works. I do a lot of cooking with garlic and onion and after one wash with this, my hands no longer smell like garlic or onions. Really worth having in the kitchen." —Nos

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

35. A 100% stained glass transom window panel perfect for hanging in your kitchen window like a work of art — this stunning piece will look absolutely *mesmerizing* when sunlight passes through. Get ready for visitors' jaws to drop when they hear it's from Amazon instead of an antique market (if you choose to tell them)!

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It comes with a hanging chain! Check it out on TikTok (where you can see how the reviewer hangs it). There are a bunch of great Amazon reviewer pics too! It's a popular kitchen upgrade but would look beautiful in any window.

Promising review: "I saw this stained glass window in a TikTok video and had to have it. It was in my cart two minutes later. It comes with hardware and installs easily. It added just the look I wanted. Very well made at a very good price. So pretty!" —Deal mama

Get it from Amazon for $211. 

36. A set of stunning vintage-looking glass coffee mugs so you can feel *extra* fancy drinking your lattes, tea, or [insert drink of choice here]. With gorgeous embossed designs and matching gold spoon, these'll have visitors thinking you spent way more than you actually did for their high-end look.

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Promising review: "These are so cute and look like an Anthropologie [version] for a fraction of the price!" —corriescott

Get the set of two from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in six colors).

37. And a set of blooming tea flowers for an excuse to have an elegant tea party and break out the fancy cups — even if it's a party of one.

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To use, just place a bloom in your mug, pour hot water over it, and let it steep as the flower slowly unfolds. You can reuse each flower up to three times! This variety pack includes 12 signature flavors, including Jasmine Lover, Fairy Lily, and more.

BTW, these work beautifully with a glass teapot so you can watch the flowers unfurl inside — this set comes with a glass teapot and some blooming teas to get you started!

Promising review: "I am completely obsessed with blooming/flowering teas. I was raised by British parents, so I grew up drinking English breakfast tea (which is still delicious), but I found that the milk and sugar I added to it were not always pleasing to my body later on. The flowering tea is extremely refreshing to drink at any time of day and each bloom provides up to three steeps. I usually just fish my bloom out of the teapot with some small tongs and then place it in a little container in the fridge. I also enjoy the variety of teas in this set and just love watching the flower 'bloom.' Also, drinking this tea has given me an excuse to use some of my fancier tea cups so I can pretend I'm relaxing at Downton Abbey." —Sarah Johnston

Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $16.96.

38. A Le Creuset enameled cast-iron braiser that'll become a staple in your kitchen, whether you're stir-frying veggies, cooking a casserole, or even baking a cake. It's as durable as it is beautiful, with a sand-colored interior that promotes caramelization, prevents sticking, and resists stains.

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Promising review: "If you're looking for Le Creuset quality, this delivers. The enamel is an excellent cooking surface and very easy to clean. The braiser is thick and the lid fits well. The color is nice and looks like the pictures. I use this every day. I've purchased cheap Dutch ovens before, and this definitely stands well above the competition. Worth the money." —JasonC

Get it from Amazon for $219.95+ (available in 14 colors and four sizes). 

39. A Bodum French press if you're craving those rich flavors you just can't get with a regular drip coffee maker. It'll brew you a premium cup of joe in just four minutes. Just be sure to use good-quality coarse-ground coffee with this!

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Promising review: "You'll own your French press for perhaps a lifetime, and the sugar creamer set makes for a stunning table display. It matches perfectly with both the stainless and the glass models. I find the French presses equal in ease of use to my old drip coffee maker (which, incidentally, is in perfect working order, and is now in the garbage). You do need fresh ground coffee. Trust me on this. When you see and taste that delicious, smooth cup o' joe with a very fine oil slick on top (fresh oils from the freshly ground beans!), you'll never be happy with canned, drip-brewed, stale coffee again! After emptying the grinds, simple rinsing and soft-cloth drying is all that's needed after use."  —Anonomous

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four sizes and eight colors).

40. A super-sharp Miyabi birchwood chef's knife worthy of being your go-to knife in the kitchen. Capable of slicing through meat and produce effortlessly, the Miyabi knife is protected with 100 layers of steel and hand honed using a traditional three-step process called honbazuke.

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Promising review: "I have worked in kitchens for 36 years and have used many popular knives. This is the best. Don't let the narrow heel and light weight fool you. I can cut anything so thin you can see though it. It is literally an 8-inch razor. Treat it with respect and attention to avoid injury. Follow cleaning directions carefully for it to last. If you work in a restaurant, this knife is a must. If you are a home chef, this knife is a must." —Richard Genge

Get the 6-inch knife from Amazon for $289.95 (available in four other sizes).

41. Or a sleek all-in-one set of black knives that comes with everything you need for your kitchen cutting and chopping needs. Plus, the clear acrylic stand makes it easy to display this stylish set.

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This block comes with 14 knives (including six steak knives), a pair of kitchen scissors, a peeler, a two-stage knife sharpener, a knife cleaner, a knife guard, and the clear stand.

Promising review: “I love everything about these!!! I NEVER put my knives in the dishwasher, it’s the best way to destroy them! These will last forever! I love the variety of blades. The handles are sturdy and comfortable. The stand is unique and very convenient. The knives are very sharp and the sharpener is easy to use. I’m very satisfied!” —Dean Maikranz

Get a 20-piece set from Amazon for $49.99 (available in seven sets).

42. A Grosche moka pot, aka a stovetop espresso maker if you've been *dying* to whip up some delicious lattes and other ~fancy~ coffee drinks at home but aren't as excited at the thought of shelling out hundreds for an espresso machine. It's super easy to use, has a durable stone finish, and comes in some gorgeous shades, including speckled pink, gray, and mint. 

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Check it out on TikTok! The reviewer demonstrates how they use it on the stove for making espresso for their lattes. 

Promising review: "Greatest purchase in the last five years!!! I have always been a coffee drinker but I recently purchased a moka pot to make iced espressos during the summer. Quickly it became an everyday thing! I love this moka pot more than any other item in my kitchen other than my actual coffee pot brewer! I had bought a cheap one elsewhere and that lasted about three weeks before falling apart. I spent a little more money for a quality product and have never looked back! I recommend this particular moka pot as it was slightly more than the cheap ones but less than some of the bigger name brands. It has lasted me two and a half years now without ever giving me a problem. Definitely a customer for life." —A. Arvy

Get it from Amazon for $31.90+ (available in 11 colors and four sizes). 

43. Finally, a cute measurement guide spoon rest that manages to be useful in more ways than one. It doesn't just give you a place to rest your ladle while cooking — it also comes in clutch if you have trouble keeping straight how many cups are in a pint or how many tablespoons are in an ounce (because same).

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Promising review: "This looks very attractive on my black glass stove top. It easily fits a couple of large spoons while I am cooking. It washes up very easily, too." —Eileen Mary

Get it from Amazon for $16.78.

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