Lesley Stockton

We tasted our way through IKEA’s edible offerings, from iconic staples like the Swedish meatballs to lesser-known items like princess cake.

For perfectly round scoops with minimal hassle, you can’t beat the classic Zeroll scoop. It produces gorgeous scoops out of even the densest of desserts.

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.

After testing 16 cast-iron skillets, we recommend the Lodge Chef Collection 12 Inch Cast Iron Skillet. It’s lightweight, sears well, and releases foods easily.

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.

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.

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.

We’ve taste-tested 36 brands of chocolate since 2014, and we found six delicious, luxurious boxes that make perfect gifts.

We tasted 15 store-bought chicken broths and stocks and found a huge range in quality, with a few that rose above the rest.

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.