Instant Pot Duo
Amazon, Walmart (Out of stock)
What would a kitchen deal post look like without an Instant Pot? Instant Pots that are constantly on sale are a good entry into the world of pressure cooking. This model has nine functions ranging from cooking rice to making yogurt. It’s big enough for family meals and the end result will be just as delicious as on more expensive models.
The ThermoWorks Thermapen line of thermometers is the Cadillac of the world of instant-read thermometers. They’re not cheap, but they’re reliable, easy to use, and last forever. I’ve been using my device for years and it’s still as good as the day it arrived. One is accurate to ±0.5 degrees Fahrenheit and takes a second to read the temperature. Note that Thermapen doesn’t sell on Amazon, and we recommend avoiding any open Therma stores (or knockoffs) you see there.
This is in our guide to Best Chef’s Knife, and it’s the most popular knife in every restaurant I’ve ever worked at. It is light, holds the edge very well, and since the blade is thinner and softer than most European knives, it is easier to sharpen.
Vitamix 5200.
Photo: AmazonThere’s the blender, and then there’s the Vitamix blender. I’m a skeptic, but like Gear reviewer Joe Ray, Vitamix turned me into a blender. Essentially, a blender is just a blade on top of a motor. Everything else just gets in the way. The engine is why Vitamix is so good. And yes, Vitamix is expensive, but it’s worth it. It’s not the best deal we’ve seen for it, but it’s the best we’ve seen this year.
If you think of a blender as a blender, this is the blender you want. It’s not a handshake deal, but the Nutribullet is the perfect single-serve smoothie maker and the mix container doubles as your glass, so you can mix and use.
The Tea Spot (Enter CYBERTEA at Checkout)
One of our favorite tea shops is having a site-wide sale. I especially like this mug, it serves as a brewer and keeps your tea hot for several hours. This deal also gives you three samples of tea. You’ll also get free shipping (unless you’re in Alaska or Hawaii).
