The third season of FX’s smash hit The Bear premieres tomorrow and we’re bursting with excitement. If you want to binge watch one of the most anticipated series of the summer, every episode is available to stream on Hulu.
The Emmy Award-winning series gained a cult following in its first two seasons, leaving viewers around the world curious to know what Chicago Beef really tastes like and having family chefs yell “Yes, Chef” to their housemates and partners as cooking heats up in the kitchen.
While there’s obviously not enough space to fit Carmie, Sydney, Tina, Richie, Marcus and their friends (and cousins) into their busy Chicago kitchen, you’ll feel like you’re right there with them with some of our favorite kitchen and collectible items inspired by “The Bear.”
1. Original Beef of Chicagoland T-shirt
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Wear this authentic t-shirt and you’ll feel like a part of the OG Kitchen crew.
Although Carmy and his friends’ priorities have changed, they’re the type of guys who never forget where they came from.
This Original Beef T-Shirt is so realistic, it’ll have Richie calling you “cousin” in no time.
Original Beef of Chicagoland T-shirt
Wear this t-shirt and be part of the OG crew.
2. Cambro Storage Containers
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Keep your leftovers fresh, just like in a restaurant.
If you could write a love letter to a food storage container, it would be to Cambro containers. These durable, versatile containers are cult favorites among restaurant chefs and home cooks.
Its modular design makes it perfect for stacking and storing in any pantry or cupboard.Perfect for storing dry foods, safe for your fridge or freezer, also great for marinating or defrosting large quantities of ingredients.
Cambro Storage Containers
Transform your kitchen into a restaurant with the help of these industrial containers.
3. Hedley & Bennett Apron
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With your favorite apron, you can feel like a pro even at home.
We’re not sure what exactly the aprons worn by Carmie and company in “The Bear” are, but for those of us from The French Laundry, it’s safe to guess that they’re Hedley & Bennett aprons.
While testing the best kitchen aprons, our culinary editors raved about this apron for protecting you from hot oil, holi powder, and sudden flames.
The apron was also touted as a true “sous chef” apron, as it featured well-placed pockets and appropriately sized loops to fit a variety of items, including kitchen towels and utensils.
All-day Cross Back Apron
This professional apron is perfect for beginners and experienced chefs alike.
4. Great knives
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The best chef’s knives we tested are must-haves for anyone serious about cooking.
If we tell you our favorite knife, you have to promise us you won’t stab someone in the ass with it.
Our culinary editors say this Hedley & Bennett chef’s knife is their current favorite and the best they’ve ever tested, and they promise it’ll make you feel like a backyard rock star.
She describes the knife as “lightweight yet sturdy and well-made, with a blade that is razor-sharp out of the box and cuts through onions like it’s soft butter.”
Hedley & Bennett chef’s knife
This carefully crafted and elegant chef’s knife is comfortable to hold and use.
5. Anti-fatigue kitchen mat
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If you spend hours in the kitchen, you need something to support your feet.
Kitchen mats are the best thing you can have for all of the hard work that has to be done in the kitchen – they reduce the strain on your legs and back, making washing dishes, chopping vegetables and working on a hot stove much more comfortable and enjoyable.
This highly rated Gorilla Grips kitchen mat is available in 12 different colors and a variety of sizes to suit any kitchen size and style.
Gorilla Grip Kitchen Mat
Hone your culinary skills in comfort for hours.
6. Professional Stand Mixer
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Achieve Marcus-level baking excellence with the iconic KitchenAid stand mixer.
If you’re as passionate about baking as Marcus, the KitchenAid 6-Quart Professional 600 Series Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer has the power you need to make some serious impact in the kitchen.
From heavy bread doughs to light and fluffy cakes, this professional stand mixer handles it all with ease.
KitchenAid Professional 600 Series Stand Mixer
For the serious baker, this equipment is worth the investment.
7. Great Grill Press
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Take your browning to the next level with this high-quality press from Made In.
To get a deep golden brown, you need a good grill press. This grill press from Made In is made from durable stainless steel, tough enough to withstand cooking over an open flame. Use this press to sear beef or fish, brown bacon or give vegetables a golden crust. A good grill press is a true workhorse in the kitchen, making everything it touches taste better.
The elevated handle and ergonomic design provide excellent leverage when working quickly over hot countertops, making it easy to whip up a smash burger in no time.
Grill press
Use this professional tool to light your griddle.
8. Authentic Italian Beef Gravy Seasoning
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Savor the authentic flavors of Chicago with this shortcut spice blend.
Don’t have time to make the jus? Chicago Johnny’s Italian Beef Gravy Seasoning gets top marks from reviewers for tasting like real Chicago beef. Carmy might call it corner-cutting, but you won’t be disappointed by the bold flavor of this Chicago small business’ export.
Chicago Johnny’s Italian Beef Gravy Seasoning
Creating a flavorful gravy is easy with this highly rated spice mix.
9. Authentic Chicago-style Giardiniera
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Add some oomph to your Chicago Beef-style sandwich at home.
What is Giardiniera, you may ask? It’s a bottled, spicy, sour, slightly sweet bite of heaven that is a must-have on any Chicago beef sandwich.
This Chicago Italian specialty is made with olive oil, pickled serrano peppers, carrots, cauliflower, celery, and lots of spices. Think of giardiniera as a rich relish that also makes other sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, pastas, and pizzas taste amazing.
We also promise that if you eat this with a spoon, we won’t judge you.
Chicago Johnny’s Giardiniera
Once you try it, you’ll want to add it to every sandwich.
10. Award-Winning Italian Beef Sandwich Kit
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Not in the mood to cook? Goldbelly brings you Italian Beef.
This season, Carmie and Sydney will be focusing on fine dining, but it all started with the beef sandwich. If the thought of the staff’s meals still makes you salivate, you can now take home a Chicago-style beef sandwich with a Goldbelly kit.
The kits are from Buona, the iconic Italian beef sandwich chain that was voted “Best Italian Beef” in Chicago. Chicago Tribune And it was named one of the 10 best Italian beef sandwiches in Illinois. USA Today—So it must be good!
Buona Italian Beef Sandwich Kit
Get all the solutions from the experts.
11. “Yes, Chef!” Hat
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Show your love for The Bear in and out of the kitchen.
It would be a disaster if you forgot to mention it, so it’s a good idea to write it in a hat to be on the safe side.
The catchphrase that tops all catchphrases is this: Yes, chef! This isn’t really an inside joke among “The Bear” fans around the world.
Now say it back.
Yes, chef trucker hat
Stop by Carmy’s Kitchen while you’re out and about.
12. Recipe posters worth thousands of dollars
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Showcase one of the season’s most iconic looks with this Etsy print.
This recipe poster, detailing the tomato sauce recipe that Carmie’s late brother Mikey used to make for his staff, is sure to be a big hit.
Remember to use a smaller can of San Marzano tomatoes. They taste even better. How good is it? It’s worth about $300,000.
Bear spaghetti recipe poster
Own the show’s iconic and authentic recipe art.
13. Yankee Foxtrot Hotel
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When you’re busy in the kitchen, you’ll need something to make jam with.
When you’re in the kitchen, you need some good tunes, and this double LP dedicated to Chicagoland is perfect for getting you in the Windy City mood.
A beloved member of the Chicago music scene, Wilco’s songs are featured heavily in both seasons one and two of “The Bear.”
“Yankee Foxtrot Hotel” established Wilco’s reputation of Chicago band Wilco is unknown to outsiders. Popular with Wilco diehards and new fans alike, it features an iconic photo of Sam Jones in Chicago’s Marina Towers. If you already own this album, you’ll love this vinyl remaster. If you’re just getting into the Wilco world, this is a great place to start.
Yankee Foxtrot Hotel Records
Dance to the sounds of Chicago from your kitchen.
14. Moccamaster Coffee Maker (Matches Carmy!)
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While watching The Bear, I discovered my favorite coffee maker.
In Reviewed, Many We’ve tried lots of coffee makers over the years, but the Moccamaster has never budgeed from the top of our favorites list, and seeing Carmy with an identical machine sitting on the counter in his apartment in Season 2 made our decision feel even more justified. If you’re as serious about coffee as we are (and he is), you need a Moccamaster.
Moccamaster 53928 KBGV Select Coffee Maker
This coffee maker brews coffee quickly and smoothly.
15. Collectible T-shirts
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A collector’s item!
A staple of Season 2, this original Berf t-shirt is a collector’s item, or so Richie says.
Original Belf T-shirt
Only true fans of The Bear will understand this.