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Emma Wartzman

Kitchen and Dining Writer, the Strategist

Emma Wartzman is the Strategist’s kitchen and dining writer. Previously, she was an editor at Bon Appétit.

  1. small appliances
    The 7 Very Best Immersion BlendersWhile many people own a blender, the smaller and overall less-expensive immersion blender can handle a lot of the same cooking tasks with less fuss.
  2. small appliances
    The 7 Very Best Food ProcessorsMost of our experts have owned theirs for nearly — or even more than — a decade, so you know their recommendations are good.
  3. dining and entertaining
    The Best Dinner Plates, According to Cooks, Designers, and MoreWe reached out to over 50 pros to curate this massive list.
  4. food and drinks
    The Graza Sale Comes but Once a YearGet a bundle of Sizzle and Drizzle varieties for less than $30.
  5. cookware and utensils
    The Very Best SaucepansA mid-size stainless-steel model will get you far, but we have expert-approved picks in copper, enameled cast-iron, and more, too.
  6. cookware and utensils
    The 7 Very Best Nonstick SkilletsWe tested pans and spoke to more than a dozen experts to find the sleekest, most durable options out there.
  7. kitchen
    Now Open: A Shop Full of Hard-to-Find Kitchen Goods From JapanThere are handmade ceramics, cooking tools, and more sourced from artisans who rarely ship to the States.
  8. cookware and utensils
    8 of the Very Best WoksFor your stir-fries, fried rice, stews, braises, and even popcorn.
  9. sales
    You’ve Got One Day Left to Shop Target’s Circle Week SaleHere’s everything worth buying before the sale ends on October 12.
  10. small appliances
    The Very Best Personal BlendersSpace-saving machines for smoothies, dips, dressings, and more.
  11. strategist brain
    On My Mind: Eileen Fisher Socks and Spaghetti DustWelcome to Strategist Brain.
  12. coffee
    This Wonderful Self-Heating Mug Is the Cheapest We’ve Seen ItIt would make a great gift too.
  13. trust me i should know
    Everything I Learned After Talking to Over 50 People About Their TablesOur kitchen and dining writer on her top-line observations on hundreds of recommended plates, bowls, flatware, glassware, linens, and more.
  14. tabletop week
    The Best Platters and Serving Bowls, According to Cool PeopleYour food is worthy of a nice presentation.
  15. small appliances
    5 of the Very Best Microwave OvensWhether you want to reheat leftovers or actually cook in yours, there’s a model for you.
  16. tabletop week
    The Best Bowls, According to Cooks, Designers, and MoreWe’ve rounded up options for soup, stew, pasta, cereal, rice — you name it.
  17. dining and entertaining
    The Strategist’s Exhaustive Tableware Google DocA special treat for our newsletter subscribers.
  18. tabletop week
    Steal My Table SettingHow 11 New Yorkers with particularly good taste set their tables.
  19. celebrity shopping
    What Jason Stewart Can’t Live Without“There’s a respect that we give each other when we’re in the sauna.”
  20. cookware and utensils
    The 11 Very Best SkilletsFor all your sautéing, searing, frying, and baking needs.
  21. don’t dillydally
    New Stuff Alert: Ghia Bubbly and Quince DenimPlus, a skirt with Tilda Swinton’s face on it.
  22. school
    Our Favorite (Leakproof, Easy-to-Clean) Kids Lunch Box Is Just $20It’s lightweight and easy for little hands to open.
  23. small appliances
    The 5 Very Best Stand MixersFor whisking, whipping, beating, or simply admiring on your counter.
  24. cookware and utensils
    The 11 Very Best Sheet PansIncluding a heavy-duty, restaurant-quality option to buy in bulk and an Instagram-ready one.
  25. small appliances
    The 7 Very Best Panini PressesThey’re good for a lot more than just sandwiches.
  26. small appliances
    10 of the Very Best Waffle-MakersFor all the not-pancake people.
  27. outdoor leisure
    Owala’s Very Big Tumbler Is 20 Percent OffBig for the hydration fiends among us.
  28. cookware and utensils
    The 12 Best Pieces of BakewareMore than a dozen chefs recommend baking dishes, cake tins, and more.
  29. cookware and utensils
    I’m Over the Moon for This SpoonIt’s for mixing, measuring, tasting, drizzling, skimming, basting, and serving.
  30. cookware and utensils
    We Tested Eight Egg Poachers — and Found Only One That Actually WorksTo say not all are created equal is an understatement.
  31. cookware and utensils
    Great Jones Is 20 Percent Off Sitewide for Strategist ReadersWe’re especially excited about the sturdy sheet pan (that’s pretty enough to use as a serving tray).
  32. celebrity shopping
    What Alice Waters Can’t Live Without“I don’t like very many electric things at all, but this one just happens to be elegant enough that I can have it in my kitchen.”
  33. amazon prime day 2024
    47 Actually Good Prime Day Kitchen Deals, According to Our Kitchen WriterGreat discounts on big-ticket toaster ovens, coffee makers, and air fryers, plus essential items like dish towels and food-storage containers.
  34. amazon prime day 2024
    Big Ticket, Worth It: Vitamix Explorian Blender“I’ve never heard anyone say they regret buying a Vitamix.”
  35. dining and entertaining
    The Very Best Outdoor TablewareExtra-durable — but still attractive — pieces for sipping wine on your fire escape, hosting backyard parties, and more.
  36. cookware and utensils
    What to Buy From Zwilling’s Anniversary SaleThere are a lot of great knives for crazy-cheap.
  37. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Foodie DadsFoolproof ideas for the dad who says the quickest way to his heart is through his stomach.
  38. kitchen
    What to Buy From the Last Day of Sur La Table’s Summer SaleThere’s a lot of great stuff for cooking and dining outside, plus plenty of essentials you probably need anyway.
  39. deal of the day
    Our Best-in-Class Water Bottle Is 25 Percent OffFor ice-cold water, all summer long.
  40. deal of the day
    Our Kitchen and Dining Writer’s Favorite Chef’s Knife is 56 Percent OffIt’s super sharp, evenly weighted, and comfortable to grip.
  41. don’t dillydally
    10 Things That’ll Almost Definitely Sell Out: From Ami Colé to YetiIncluding a very sweet Mother’s Day gift idea.
  42. deal of the day
    These Dusen Dusen Oven Mitts Are 40 Percent Off (Just In Time for Mother’s Day)Just because it’s utilitarian doesn’t mean it can’t be cute.
  43. gifts
    The Best Food Gifts for Mother’s DayRegardless of whether you’re celebrating with her, an edible treat is guaranteed to please.
  44. decor
    What’s the Best Actually Nice-Looking Judaica?Seder plates, matzo covers, mezuzahs, and more you’ll proudly want to display.
  45. steal my vacation
    A Chef (and Her Mom’s) Guide to SevilleHistoric churches, flamenco shows, and manchego cones.
  46. cookware and utensils
    How Do I Clean and Maintain Cast-Iron Cookware?There are dos and don’ts — but it’s not as fussy as you might think.
  47. don’t dillydally
    10 Things That’ll Almost Definitely Sell Out: From Schoolhouse to SupergoopThere are stunning light fixtures made in collaboration with one of our favorite ceramics companies.
  48. deal of the day
    This Lightweight Stanley Water Bottle Is More Than 30 Percent OffIt may not be the one you’ve seen on TikTok, but it’s even better for toting around.
  49. best of new york
    The Best Cake Shops in New YorkCake shops for any celebration.
  50. best of new york
    The Best Cheese Shops in New YorkIncluding a cheese shop that deals in varieties seldom seen in the States.
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