Editors’ Picks: Our Absolute Favorite Kitchen Products from 2023

As writers and editors who spend 40 hours every week testing, and looking for deals, on kitchen products, it should be no surprise that we are always keeping a sharp eye out for gear and gadgets to add to our own collections. And this year we shopped — a lot. But we’re not big on keeping secrets, so we just had to share the favorite things we bought this year.

Of course, because we are trying out new kitchen products on a near-daily basis, we have high standards for what we love. The majority of items don’t make the cut, but those products that become staples in our kitchens are special: We love elegant designs, practicality and versatility, and a long lifespan. Keep scrolling to learn about the 13 products that our editors and writers loved the most in 2023 — they’re all available on Amazon and prices start at just $10. 

Food & Wine Editors’ Favorite Kitchen Products in 2023 

• Earlywood Spatulas, $40
• Royal Craft Wood Bamboo Silverware Organizer, $29 (originally $34)
• Rubbermaid Scrub Brush, $17 (originally $20)
• Kohler Sink Squeegee, $10 (originally $15)
• OXO Good Grips Chef's Mandoline Slicer 2.0, $62 (originally $100)
• Crock-Pot Sous Vide Slow Cooker, $145 (originally $180)
• Nordic Ware 3-Piece Baker's Delight Set, $27 (originally $52)
• Diptyque La Drougerie Candle, $90
• Barista Warrior French Press, $35 (originally $50)
• Progressive ProKeeper+ 9 Piece Airtight Food Storage Set, $70
• Our Place Dream Cooker Multicooker, $199
• Gir Spatulas, Set of 3, $30
• Ember Mug, $110 (originally $150)

Earlywood Spatulas

“I reach for these every time I cook, whether I’m searing up some tofu, sautéing noodles and vegetables for a stir-fry, or tossing together pasta dishes like penne vodka. They have a thin, flat shape that makes it easy to move, turn, toss, and flip foods. They also double as a scraper to get any bits off your counter right into a bowl or pan. The set of three is ideal for me, since I use different lengths for different tasks. The shorter one I use often for sautéing, whereas the longer one is helpful for sauce bases and soups. I also like that I can use more than one at once, especially for tossing together salads.” — Kristin Montemarano, food writer

Royal Craft Wood Bamboo Silverware Organizer

“I'm really happy with the design and quality of this bamboo drawer organizer. It feels sturdy, holds plenty of silverware, and doesn't slide around. It's also easy to clean, which makes me think I'll have it for a long time. I bought the seven-slot option because it fits my drawer, but you can buy an adjustable version with nine slots for wider drawers.”  — Mary Claire Lagroue, associate editor 

Rubbermaid Scrub Brush

“I am the kind of cook who likes to leave my kitchen immaculate. I cannot go to bed with a full sink and like to keep it super clean. If you cook as much as I do, the nooks and crannies can get gross with buildup from food and products. These two tools help everything stay sparkling clean and detailed, and they are also super affordable. The first tool is the Rubbermaid Reveal Cordless Brush Scrubber, which looks like an electric toothbrush. It comes with various attachments so you can clean the grout in your sink, but also detail your pots and pans. It is also a wonder around the rest of the house like in your shower.” — Taysha Murtaugh, director

Kohler Sink Squeegee 

“I also use this squeegee tool from Kohler, which enables you to sweep wet food and other mess in your sink down the drain. This helps me avoid the sensory disaster of using my hand, and also cuts down on the water you might use to spray it all down otherwise. You can also use the brush side to sweet counters of crumbs, and it is a great shower tool for water stains as well.” — Taysha Murtaugh, director

OXO Good Grips Chef's Mandoline Slicer 2.0

“Usually I’m too busy working to buy anything during Prime Day, but I made a point to get this OXO mandoline when I saw it was on sale. It earned top marks in our tests for its sturdiness and precision, and I’ve been more than impressed as I’ve sliced carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes. It’s been a game changer for making apple chips in my food dehydrator, too. I legitimately use this multiple times a week. If you’re ready to change your life, it’s actually on sale at its Prime Day price, so don’t wait!”  — Katie Macdonald, editorial director 

Crock-Pot Sous Vide Slow Cooker

“In 2023, I finally added a slow cooker to my kitchen, and I am so pleased that I did. I have a hectic schedule between work and family life, and I am not exaggerating when I say that my Crock-Pot has made my weeknights significantly less stressful. Chicken cooked hurriedly can come out dry and flavorless, but the slow cooker allows me to serve chicken breasts that are juicy and tender, and that have absorbed all the flavors of a hot sauce or bottle of Italian dressing — the recipe options are essentially limitless. I just dump my ingredients in my ceramic pot in the morning, and by time dinner rolls around I have a fully cooked meal ready to serve my family, with basically zero effort on my part. It’s a cooking cheat code, and I’m never going back.” — Elisabeth Sherman, writer

Nordic Ware 3 Piece Baker's Delight Set

"I can't say enough good things about Nordic Ware's baking sheets. They're a F&W editor-favorite cookie sheet for good reason, but they're great for so much more than just cookies. I snagged a new set this past Prime Day for more variety at home, and I use both the half sheet and quarter sheet pretty much every week for both sweet and savory bakes. I literally keep a half sheet in my oven because 1) Hi, I live in NYC and 2) it gets used that much.”  — Danielle St. Pierre, editor

Diptyque La Drougerie Candle

“I've tried many a kitchen candle in my days, a journey that has often prompted me to ask — what even is a kitchen candle? The answer, I've found, is mainly to do with the ability to absorb and neutralize smells after the dishes are cleared, and unsurprisingly, Diptyque knows best. I love the herbaceous, minty smell this candle envelops my kitchen with even after I've made something particularly odoriferous like lamb chops or salmon. While it's not exactly cheap, it makes for a wonderful host or housewarming gift that lasts a surprisingly long time.” — Oset Babür-Winter, editorial director 

Barista Warrior French Press

“I'm a manual French press kind of coffee person. My former borosilicate glass French press bit the dust this past year, so I was on the lookout for a more durable insulated stainless steel option. This Barista Warrior French Press has a few nerdy and very practical features I love, including a built-in thermometer which makes it easy for me to brew coffee at the right temperature. The plunger also feels nice and sturdy. This press keeps freshly-brewed coffee hot for longer, so when I go for my second cup, it's still piping hot.” — Danielle St. Pierre, editor

Progressive ProKeeper+ 9 Piece Airtight Food Storage Set

“Baking season will never be the same now that I have these handy canisters specifically designed to hold flour, sugar, and more. I can dump a standard-sized bag of each ingredient into its intended home, and it fits perfectly with no overflow. Everything stays fresh and safe from flour bugs and ants (gross, but true). They also come with super-smart accessories like a terra cotta tamper for brown sugar, a magnetic flour leveler, and a magnetic dusting spoon for powdered sugar — plus a variety of labels so you have options for how to use each one.”  — Taysha Murtaugh, director

Our Place Dream Cooker Multicooker

“I used to hide my old multicooker between uses. So when I saw that Our Place released one that’s gorgeous enough to store on the kitchen counter, I was immediately intrigued. It comes in a few fun colors, but I went with steam, which is a beige color that fits in nicely with my home decor. It can slow cook, pressure cook, sear, and sauté. A welcome detour from bulky appliances, which can be eyesores on the countertop and take up lots of cabinet space, the Dream Cooker is relatively compact, and the inner bowl is even dishwasher-safe.” — Katie Brown, food writer

Gir Spatulas, Set of 3

“I use rubber spatulas constantly, and decided to upgrade my supply of them with Gir silicone spatulas. I love that they are heat-proof, but the biggest benefit here is that the entire spatula is silicone. My old spatulas had wooden handles and silicone tops, and even after I separated them and cleaned them, I felt the water was easily trapped between, leading to mold or mildew inside my spatula. Gross! These spatulas are created by a single piece of silicone, so I know they are clean. And, I love the options for sizes, heft, and colors — even a picky kitchen shopper like me can find exactly what I want.” — Chandra Ram, associate editorial director

Ember Mug

“The Ember electric mug makes me feel very fancy, but that’s just one reason I love it. In the mornings, I make my daughter breakfast, wrestle her into an outfit, and then drop her off with the babysitter. In the midst of all that chaos, I try to make myself a cup of coffee. Before the Ember mug, by the time I actually got around to drinking it, it would have gone cold. Now my coffee retains an ideal temperature of 135°F for 1.5 hours — gone are the days of choking down a  mug of tepid coffee at my desk before work. And because I don’t own a microwave, it’s also an easy way to reheat coffee: It automatically turns on when liquid is poured into it, and gradually heats it up to 135°F so that it doesn’t burn.” — Elisabeth Sherman, writer