13 cool kitchen gadgets for when you’re feeling adventurous

cocktail smoker

breville the smoking gun pro

If you’ve ever had a smoked cocktail, you know how much fun it is. My love for Cowboy Killer led me to buy my own cocktail smoker. Now it’s used to spice up everything from drinks to desserts. The Smoking Gun Pro is a great choice thanks to its versatility. This means that if you’re on the fence about whether or not you really want to use this tool, it has enough features to convince you.

The professional nozzle is long enough to fit anywhere from a full bottle to a cloche-topped plate, so you can vape more than just cocktails. Cheaper models don’t have the ability to customize smoke levels, but this one comes with a fan to help you get the right density where you need it.

spice grinder

Cuisinart Electric Spice & Nut Grinder

Freshly ground spices (or lack thereof), which are essential to many cuisines around the world, may be one reason why the food you make yourself doesn’t taste as good as it does in restaurants. Rinku Bhattacharyya, author of Spices and Seasons, loves the Cuisinart spice grinder’s large capacity, effectiveness, and ability to handle large amounts of spices. “Another benefit is that the cup locks securely and is easy to open,” she says. “sometimes [with other grinders] There will be conflict, it will be unpleasant, and some of the spice may be spilled. ”

I also like that the blades are super sharp and the bowl is dishwasher safe. But if you already have a coffee grinder and think it works just as well, think again. “There is a difference in how the blades work,” Bhattacharyya said. “A coffee grinder is fine in short bursts, but you’re more likely to get a finer texture with a spice grinder.”

cake decorating tools

Taiker cake decorating kit

The Taiker Cake Decorating Kit has everything you need to get started baking, even if you don’t have as much as a set of measuring spoons. It has a whopping 493 pieces and includes tools such as a cake pan, silicone mold, spatula, whisk, and muffin cup. With a focus on becoming a skilled decorator, it is also equipped with a cake turntable, spirit level, and piping bags. The bag has dozens of different tips so you can practice piping in virtually any shape or style, and also includes his two injectors for filling individual items such as cupcakes.

A wide range of additional tools such as tongs and plate cleaners are also available for other cooking needs. It might not be the most high-end set you’ve ever used, but it’s great for trying out new skills.

yogurt maker

Euro Cuisine Automatic Digital Yogurt Maker

Although a very simple machine, yogurt makers have come a long way since their early days. (I remember the one my mom used was a bit of a guessing game.) The Euro Cuisine Digital Maker allows you to make yogurt in individual jars, saving you the hassle of portioning it later. I like that it only takes 7-10 hours to complete a full batch and the machine shuts off automatically after 15 hours. Additionally, if you don’t need large batches, you can reduce the number of jars you can make at once.

However, if you need a lot of yogurt at once, you can also purchase additional racks separately. All you need is milk and a starter culture, and you can start your day with a glass of milk and end your day with a glass of yogurt instead.

raclette grill

Swissmar Classic 8-person raclette

Fondue is great, but there’s much more to the world of melted cheese. Raclette refers to both a type of cheese and a dish made purely by melting it. This Swissmar grill is large enough for parties and can accommodate up to 8 people. These include both a spatula and a plate for one person, allowing everyone to sit around the grill as a focal point while tending to their own plates.

The cast iron grill top has a smooth surface and is reversible, so you can use it for other purposes if you wish, and even transfer it to your barbecue grill or oven. While the cheese is melting, you can use that extra space to toast bread, grill meat, or crisp up vegetables.

spiralizer

OXO Good Grip Table Top Spiralizer

The zoodle trend has not stayed the same, but has merged with pasta culture. And in recent years, mixing spiralized vegetables with traditional pasta has become increasingly popular, if not completely replacing it. With a handheld spiralizer, the task becomes much more difficult and your hands get tired quickly. However, the tabletop version of the OXO works more like a traditional apple peeler or corer, sitting flush with the table so you can turn it by hand.

Like all products from this brand, it is ergonomically designed for ease of use and comfort. A suction cup at the bottom of the tool prevents movement, and three blades allow for a large selection of shapes: spaghetti, fettuccine, and ribbon.

ice cream maker

Ninja Creami Deluxe XL Ice Cream Maker

It may sound dramatic to say that Ninja Creamy Deluxe became my summer favorite last year, but I promise it’s not. I’ve owned ice cream makers all my adult life, but I’ve never been this obsessed with one. It works completely differently than standard manufacturers, requiring you to freeze the recipe in advance and blend it when you’re ready to eat it. The ice cream itself is very tasty, but I was surprised at what it could do with other features.

Top of my list is a smoothie bowl that tastes and feels like ice cream, but is made purely with ice and an alcoholic beverage, and tastes as good, if not better, than anything I’ve ever had at a bar. Is delicious. We recommend purchasing additional dishwasher-safe jars because you want to have plenty of options on hand for summer fun.

sous vide cooker

Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker

Manufactured by the brand that made sous vide a household name, we love the Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker for its ease of use and consistent results. Unlike other of his Wi-Fi models, it’s convenient because it doesn’t require the use of a separate app, making it easy to use even for those new to sous vide cooking.

It heats water quickly, keeps it at the exact temperature you need for cooking, and alerts you when the water level gets too low. It can be used with almost any type of protein or vegetable. If you want to use this app, it’s a great resource with thousands of free recipes.

pizza oven

gosney lockbox

When I attended the press dinner for the release of this portable pizza oven, I was struck by how easy the Gozney was to use. A few months later, I was humbled when someone gifted my girlfriend a pizza. Pizza ovens take a little practice. However, once you do that, the quality of pizza you can make at home is amazing.

The Roccbox is more portable than other pizza ovens and can be placed almost anywhere outdoors. It’s not light, but it’s not too difficult to load into your car for an outdoor pizza party. It’s a little slower than other pizza ovens, but considering how quickly high-temperature pizza ovens can bake pies, you can actually consider that a bonus.

fondue pot

cuisinart electric fondue pot

I’ve owned this fondue pot for about 15 years now, and it’s incredibly durable over time, especially for its affordable price range. I’m not a fan of non-stick coatings in general, but that feature on this fondue pot is a dream since I can replace a main dish with a melty cheese concoction with a chocolate dessert in a matter of seconds. (It usually takes a while for guests to change plates and dips.)

Guests also always love the inserts that allow you to hang a uniquely colored fork on the side of the pot in between. Once everything is at the desired temperature, turn the heat down a notch and whatever you put inside will stay at the perfect temperature for hours.

indoor garden

AeroGarden Bounty Basic Indoor Gardening

Just like freshly ground spices, using fresh herbs will greatly improve your recipes. If you have a large amount on hand, you can also make sauces such as pesto or chimichurri. AeroGarden has its own lighting system, making it ideal for indoor spaces that don’t have large window ledges. It also has an automatic watering system and light timer function.

This means that even people with little gardening skills can grow fresh herbs indoors. It also comes with 9 pods and a growing dome, so you don’t have to buy seeds separately to start your gardening journey. Contains basil, two types of parsley, dill, and more.

tofu press

Tofuture Tofu Press

With Tofuture, you can press tofu successfully every time without the hassle of stacking cans and plates. This press machine does all the work for you. Just add your tofu, choose your pressing level, and let it do the rest. Any style of tofu, from silken tofu to firm tofu, can be prepared in as little as 20 minutes.

This press is as easy to clean as it is to use, and the tofu expertly pressed with it will have a crispier finish when later sautéed, pan-fried, or air-fried. Masu. When emptying after use, simply empty the water that collects in the basin below.