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The Study That Called Out Black Plastic Utensils Had a Major Math Error

Editors of the environmental chemistry journal Chemosphere have posted an eye-catching correction to a study reporting toxic flame retardants from electronics wind up in some household products made of black plasticincluding kitchen utensils. The study sparked a flurry of media reports a few weeks ago that urgently implored people to ditch their kitchen spatulas and […]

Technology

5 Best Carbon Steel Pans For Every Budget (2024)

Sometimes in this wild life you stumble upon a rabbit hole that ends up being more like a vast chasm. Such is the state of interest and appreciation for the world of carbon steel pans. One might think this humble node of cookery might be overlooked in favor of heritage-credited cast iron, utilitarian nonstick, or […]

Technology

Best WIRED-tested Wireless Meat Thermometers (2024)

A lot of what goes into making a great meal—be it a Tuesday steak dinner or Thanksgiving—is your ability to manage temperatures. No amount of chopped parsley or sprinkled fennel fronds can zhuzh up overcooked meat. (Though mayo can rescue a leftover turkey sandwich). And that’s just the unpleasantness of chewing on leathery supermarket steaks, […]

Lifestyle & Culture

27 Cheap Cooking Gadgets for Everyday Use

Promising reviews: “I love this cast-iron skillet, and it’s very easy to use since it’s already pre-seasoned. That means it was very easy to clean as well! I washed it with soap and water, heated it on the stove top, and added a bit of oil to coat it all over. I didn’t have a […]

Technology

The 12 Best Meal Kit Delivery Services (2024) Tested and Reviewed

PRICE: Despite any marketing claims to the contrary, meal kits cost more than buying groceries. However, they usually cost less than take-out and are healthier. If you want to gauge whether the trade-off is worth it the good news is that much like mattress-in-a-box companies, meal kit companies usually have some running promotions. Most meal […]