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Vanessa Spilios

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Vanessa received her culinary training at Boston U. and has a background in housewares product development & marketing. When not testing appliances or developing recipes, she spends her time drawing and tending to her small but mighty porch garden.

Latest Stories

East Fork Pottery Just Launched an Elegant New Colorway That’s Perfect for Every Day

We NEED these.

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Nov 26, 2021

This $13 Amazon Steal Will Make You Ditch Your Butter Knife — and It Has More Than 2,000 Five-Star Amazon Reviews

The more butter the better.

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Nov 10, 2021

This TikTok-Famous Kitchen Tool Might Just Make You a Better Baker

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It's perfect for gifting, too.

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Nov 8, 2021

The Internet-Famous Always Pan Now Comes in a Chic New Colorway That’s Sure to Sell Out

Always on our wishlists.

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Oct 19, 2021

This Reader-Favorite Pottery Brand Just Released a New Color with a Historic Twist

This new hue takes us back in time.

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Oct 14, 2021

Amazon Reviewers Swear By This Tough, Industrial-Strength Dustpan

Say good-bye to sore back and leftover debris.

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Oct 8, 2021

This Spot-Cleaning Tool Has Almost 14,000 5-Star Amazon Ratings and Can Erase Years-Old Stains

"100% recommend having this machine on hand, no matter your reason."

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Oct 4, 2021

One of Our Favorite Small Cookware Brands Just Launched a Must-Have for Fall Baking — and It’s Definitely Going to Sell Out

Grab one while you can!

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Sep 28, 2021

This Ingenious Amazon Find Will Completely Improve the Way You Hand-Wash Dishes

No more grimy glassware.

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Sep 25, 2021

This Editor-Favorite Pan Is an Everyday Essential — and on Major Sale Right Now

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It will have you frying, searing, and browning like a true pro.

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Aug 20, 2021

Made In Just Collaborated on the Ultimate Grill Set That’ll Get You Through the Rest of Summer (and Beyond)

Shop quick — this collection is sure to sell out.

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Aug 17, 2021

Magic Bullet Just Created a New Air Fryer That’s Perfect for Summer Cooking

Whip up deliciously crispy meals without turning your kitchen into a sauna.

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Jul 30, 2021

Amazon Shoppers Swear This Super-Versatile Mop Saves Them Time and Money

"A super-nice alternative to save time cleaning the high-traffic areas."

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Jul 22, 2021

The Small Cookware Brand That Editors Love Just Launched Three Gorgeous New Colors

And we need (okay, want) them all.

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Jun 17, 2021

This Editor-Loved Fry Pan from One of Our Favorite Small Brands Is Back in Stock — but Likely to Sell Out

We make it our job (actually, it is our job) to tell our readers about the hottest releases in the world of cookware. But every once in a while, a product is so popular that it sells out almost immediately, and, trust us, we get just as sad as you do. Such is the case with Made In’s Non Stick Frying Pan, which, after a brief zero-inventory hiatus, is back in stock in every size.

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Jun 2, 2021

Great Jones Relaunched a Limited-Edition Dutch Oven That’s Perfect for Mother’s Day

Get your Taffy glazed Dutchess while it's still in stock!

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Apr 16, 2021

The Trash Can Our Staffer Swears Solved Her Mouse Problem

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Bonus: It costs a *lot* less than a visit from a pest control company!

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Apr 3, 2021

The Editor-Favorite Mosquito Solution I’m Stocking Up on Before It Sells Out Again