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Lesley Stockton

Lesley Stockton

Senior Staff Writer at Wirecutter

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  • English
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  • Food
  • House

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The Best Chef’s Knife

We’ve tested 23 chef’s knives, chopping over 70 pounds of produce since 2013, and found the best chef’s knives that are comfortable to use, reliable, and sharp.
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The Best Boxed Chocolates

We’ve taste-tested 36 brands of chocolate since 2014, and we found six delicious, luxurious boxes that make perfect gifts.
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The 3 Best Nonstick Pans of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We’ve cooked mounds of eggs and more in 27 nonstick pans since 2016, and we recommend the slick and durable Tramontina 10-Inch Professional Restaurant Fry Pan.
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The Best Pizza Stone and Baking Steel for 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We made more than 50 pizzas, 24 flaky croissants, and 10 loaves of rustic bread on four stones and two baking steels. Here’s what we recommend.
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The Best Small Saucepan | Reviews by Wirecutter

We considered 40+ saucepans and chose 14 for in-depth testing. Read on to see which small saucepan stands out for its comfortable handle and even heating.
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The Best Napkins and Tablecloth for 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

After testing 22 sets over the past four years, we think the Williams-Sonoma Hotel Napkins and Tablecloth are the best-quality table linens for the price.
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The 3 Best Kitchen Towels of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We’ve wiped up gallons of spills with 25 different towels over the past four years, and the Williams Sonoma All Purpose Pantry Towels are the best we’ve found.
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The Best Roasting Pan of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

After roasting over 400 pounds of poultry in 14 pans over four years, we can’t find a better value than the Cuisinart 16″ Roasting Pan With Rack (MCP117-16BR).
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Best Chicken Broth and Stock You Can Get in the Store 2024 | Review...

We tasted 15 store-bought chicken broths and stocks and found a huge range in quality, with a few that rose above the rest.
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The 2 Best Carbon Steel Pans of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We fried eggs and browned chicken in nine carbon steel pans, and the slick, lightweight, comfy-handled OXO Obsidian Carbon Steel Frypan came out on top.
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The 4 Best Creamy Peanut Butters of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We tasted 15 smooth-style peanut butters and recommend four that were the cream of the crop.
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The Best Mixing Bowls | Reviews by Wirecutter

After mixing and tossing in 13 sets of bowls, we’ve found the glass and steel options we think are the best mixing bowls for most people. Read on to learn more.
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Love Natural Peanut Butter but Hate the Stirring? This Doodad Is a ...

I scoffed at this peanut butter mixing crank when I discovered it years ago. Now I can’t live without it.
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The 3 Best Pizza Ovens of 2024 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We tested four portable outdoor pizza ovens and one indoor countertop oven to find those that are easier to use and make delicious pizza at a good price.
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The Best Food Dehydrator | Reviews by Wirecutter

We spent many hours drying 168 pounds of meat and produce to find the most even, efficient dehydrator. Read on to find out which one we recommend.
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The 5 Best Gins of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We tasted 12 London Dry gins, mixing up martinis, Negronis, and gin and tonics to find our five favorites.
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The 3 Best Gas Grills of 2024 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We’ve tested eight grills since 2017. The Weber Spirit II E-310 is our top pick for its durability, ease of use, and great value.
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The Best Personal Blender of 2024 | Reviews by Wirecutter

We’ve spent years making smoothies, pesto, and date shakes to find the best personal blender, the NutriBullet Pro 900.
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Our 12 Favorite Kitchen Aprons of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

After trying out 24 aprons, with the help of friends and colleagues, we found nine we love for a wide range of body types.
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The 4 Best Blenders of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

After testing more than 25 blenders since 2012, we haven’t found a better one than our powerful, durable top pick.
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How to Clean Your Grill - The New York Times

Don’t leave those burnt pieces from last year.