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Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm

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Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm was the Tools Editor at The Kitchn. A professional kitchen equipment tester, she's worked for America's Test Kitchen, EatingWell, and Food52. Her goal: to find the best gear for your kitchen so you don't waste time or money on anything else. She lives in Boston, MA with her two dogs.

Latest Stories

This Editor-Favorite Instant-Read Thermometer Just Got Even Faster — and It’s 20% Off Right Now
It has a ONE-second response time!!!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Nov 24, 2021
Le Creuset Just Launched a Brand New Harry Potter-Themed Collection
We're not sure which Dutch oven we like best!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Nov 2, 2021
I’ve Been Using the Our Place Perfect Pot For a Month and It’s Even Better Than I Imagined
"I've used it to steam dumplings, sear and then simmer meatballs in tomato sauce, make rice, boil water, and roast a whole chicken."
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Sep 29, 2021
I’ve Been Using Dyson’s Small-Space Vacuum for 6 Months — and I *Love* Cleaning With It Every Day
Shopping
It can go forwards, backwards, and sideways. And it swivels!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Sep 27, 2021
This Might Be One of the Best Deals We’ve Ever Seen on a Vitamix
A Vitamix for less than $200? Believe it!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Aug 24, 2021
This Might Be One of the Best Deals We’ve Ever Seen on a Vitamix
A Vitamix for less than $200? Believe it!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Aug 23, 2021
If You Love Material’s Famous Cutting Boards, Just Wait Until You See Their Brand-New Bowls
Get yours before they sell out!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Aug 23, 2021
The Multipurpose Always Pan Now Comes in a Pot Version (and Trust Us: It’s Going to Sell Out)
That's right, a POT!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Aug 16, 2021
Hydro Flask’s New Cooler Tote Is Even Better Than Their Amazing Water Bottles
It has a *toothless* zipper design!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Jul 22, 2021
I Tried the $15 Spatula That Keeps Selling Out — Here’s My Honest Review
It once sold out in just 12 days!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Jul 20, 2021
KitchenAid Just Launched a New, Limited-Edition Stand Mixer — And It’s Absolutely Gorgeous
It's a kitchen statement piece.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Jul 14, 2021
Vitamix Has Some Majorly Discounted Blenders on Sale Right Now for Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day 2021
Including a top-notch blender that's 50 percent off!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Jun 22, 2021
The Company Behind That Internet-Famous Pan Launched Two New Products That Are Sure to Sell Out
Add them to your cart now!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Jun 3, 2021
You Need Smaller Sheet Pans. (No, Even Smaller!)
It's time to join the quarter- and eighth-sheet family.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
May 12, 2021
I Tested Instant Pot’s Coffee Maker (and Milk Frother) — Here’s My Honest Review
Shopping
The coffee maker works with *both* Keurig and Nespresso pods.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
May 14, 2021
I Tried Made In’s Beautiful New Bakeware — Here’s My Honest Review
Shopping
There's also a hyper-limited-edition Nancy Silverton floral-print bakeware set that will sell out ASAP!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Apr 8, 2021
I Tried All-Clad’s Gorgeous New Fusiontec Cookware — Here’s My Honest Review
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All-Clad's newest cookware line is the prettiest one yet.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Apr 2, 2021
Great Jones’ Most-Requested Dutch Oven Color Is Back in Stock — And You’ll Want to Grab It ASAP
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It's pretty, PINK, and perfect.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Mar 15, 2021
The Unexpectedly Helpful Measuring Cup Every Home Cook Needs
I used to put these in the "probably unnecessary" gadget category. But I was very, very wrong.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Mar 5, 2021
This Wacky-Looking Knife Makes Prep Work a Million Times Easier
It's something you might not have heard of.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Mar 2, 2021
Staub Just Released a New Color — And It’s Simply Stunning
Shopping
It's honestly perfect for spring.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Feb 25, 2021
I Tested 14 Different Face Masks — These Are the Only Ones I’ll Wear Now (Bonus: They’re on Sale!)
Shopping
And they're from a kitchen gear company.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Feb 17, 2021
Great Jones Just Created the Small Sheet Pan Everyone’s Been Waiting For
It was the single most requested product!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Feb 16, 2021
KitchenAid Just Announced the 2021 Color of the Year — And It’s Stunning!
Say hello to Honey.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Feb 10, 2021
10 Kitchen Tools a Professional Equipment Tester Uses at Home
From spatulas to braisers, and yes, a Dutch oven.
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Feb 10, 2021
Le Creuset’s Latest Color Launch Is Like Nothing They’ve Ever Done Before
We got the exclusive sneak peek!
Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm
Jan 8, 2021