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Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
Expert's hack to store potatoes and stop 'premature sprouting' immediately
New potatoes have a relatively long shelf life when it comes to vegetables, but they're still liable to deteriorate in some ways - here's how to keep them fresh and tasty Potatoes boast a longer shelf life than many other vegetables, yet they are still susceptible to going off in various ways. Getting savvy with storage, particularly for the diminutive new potato variety, can be a game-changer for maintaining their sprightliness and zest. While a whole host of strategies are advocated by food expert to keep your potatoes taut, sprout-free, and meal-ready, some outshine the rest. If you're aiming to achieve optimum longevity for your spuds at home, zeroing in on a cool, dry location is an excellent starting point. A Food52 pundit elaborated: "The key is to store potatoes in a cool dry place, like in the cabinet of a pantry, in a paper bag or cardboard box." They expanded: "It's important to keep potatoes at the cool, ideal temperature (but not, surprisingly, the fridge) to prevent them from turning green, getting soft spots, or pre-maturely sprouting. Once this happens, it's a sign that they're past their peak." But fear not; we'll delve deeper into all these details shortly. First, let us acquaint you with the factors that hasten potatoes' ripeness and how to prime them for extended keeping. Seek out spots in the kitchen where the temperature hovers consistently around 10C, complemented by 90 to 95 percent humidity – though that might require some guesswork. Per the Food52 connoisseur, pretty much any space is better than the bare worktop, provided it is sequestered from sizzling gadgets and the glare of sunlight. They advised: "Keep them in a drawer, in a basket, in a closet, in a paper bag, or in a bamboo vegetable steamer - anywhere that's dark - and they should last for one to two weeks." This involves removing new potatoes from the plastic packaging they're often sold in, which isn't suited for storage due to a specific reason, reports the Express. The food preservation expert stated: "Potatoes are plants, after all. If they see sunlight, they will do their photosynthesis thing and turn green, and eventually wrinkle and rot." It's also vital to consider that potatoes will respond adversely to extreme temperatures, whether too chilly or overly warm. Be wary of placing them in the hottest areas of the kitchen, like near the stove, beneath the sink, or atop the refrigerator, yet also steer clear of refrigerating them. Although the Committee on the Toxicity of Chemicals in Food, Consumer Products and the Environment (COT) concluded that it's safe to chill spuds in the fridge, culinary expert Harold McGee, author of On Food and Cooking, articulated why this might not be ideal. In his esteemed tome, he revealed that when potatoes are stowed in cooler climates such as the fridge, "their metabolism shifts in a complicated way that results in the breakdown of some starch to sugars." This alteration means that refrigerated potatoes may grow sweeter over time and come out with an unappetising brown hue when cooked.
Fox News
24-05-2025
- Business
- Fox News
ETTL Classic: Making No Excuses With Former Barstool Sports CEO Erika Ayers Badan
We all make excuses. Eventually we need to see them for what they truly are: delay tactics. On today's ETTL encore, CEO of Food52 Erika Ayers Badan shares how she shepherded the sale of Barstool Sports to Penn Entertainment for more than half $1 billion, made no excuses, and wrote her new book, Nobody Cares About Your Career: Why Failure Is Good, the Great Ones Play Hurt, and Other Hard Truths . She breaks down the importance of taking risks, owning up to your mistakes, and emphasizes the value of failure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
The French Way to Make Avocado Toast 10x Better
It's silly to talk about avocado toast in the year 2025. But is it? There's a reason avocado toast has stood the test of viral food trends. It's a filling, satisfying, delicious meal that doesn't take a lot of effort to make. Best of all, it's very customizable. Top it with sardines, pesto, eggs, fresh vegetables, Everything But the Bagel seasoning or whatever is speaking to you that day. And if you're looking for a way to wake up your avocado toast, there's one simple (and shocking) ingredient you need to try. To give your dish a brunch-restaurant-level upgrade, top your avocado toast with sliced bananas. Yes, you read that correct. Bananas. This unexpected ingredient upgrade from French bread baker and bakery owner Apollonia Poilâne will make you see avocado toast in a whole new light. Related: Sliced bananas are a game-changer in a number of toasts and sandwiches, including sweeter options like peanut butter and jelly or Nutella. And a similar synergy happens when you add a banana to a savory avocado toast, with "the sweetness of the banana and the greener flavor of the avocado bouncing off of one another," as explained by Kristen Miglore of Food52. In her cookbook, Apollonia Poilâne makes her avocado tartine (the French term for open-faced sandwich) seasoned with lime zest and juice, red pepper flakes, honey and, of course, the banana. Related: While it might sound curious or farfetched, the combination of avocado and bananas is far from novel. In various Latin American cuisines, bananas or their more savory sister, plantains, are deep fried and served alongside creamy avocado. In Filipino food culture, a common dessert is a bowl of mashed-up avocado and banana drizzled with sweetened condensed milk. Bananas won't just enhance the flavor of avocado toast. The potassium-packed fruit will also help round out the toasts as a more filling, satiating lunch. I will definitely make this as my next busy workday mid-day meals! It doesn't hurt that I basically always have the ingredients needed on hand. Related: 😋😋🍳🍔 Ready for a life-changing piece of avocado toast? Of course you are. For the full recipe, you can head on over to Food52's website, but here's the gist of how to make avocado tartines with banana and lime: Start by toasting a couple of slices of sourdough bread or another crusty, sturdy bread. Halve, peel, pit and mash one avocado. Spread the avocado mash onto the toasted bread slices and arrange sliced bananas on top of each toast. Garnish with lime zest, add a squeeze of lime juice and season with red pepper flakes. Drizzle the avocado banana toasts with honey and serve immediately.
Epoch Times
25-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- Epoch Times
Pork and Asparagus Stir-Fry With Spicy Cucumber Salad
Fresh ideas for dinner can spring from so many places: the pages of a new cookbook or food magazine, a funny TikTok or instructional video on Instagram or (among my favorite sources for inspiration) websites like Food 52, Serious Eats, or Smitten Kitchen. It also can depend on what you happen to stumble upon while grocery shopping. This week's recipe hinges on what I was thrilled to find on sale in my local produce section: big bunches of spring asparagus priced at just $1.99 a pound. I couldn't resist swooping up two bundles of the tender spring veggie along with a couple bunches of spring onion and two fat cucumbers that were one sale for 99 cents. It's so easy to get excited about green foods in the spring—especially when they're so affordable—and I knew I'd figure out how to best put them to good use in my kitchen. I ended up with this easy stir-fry. Lots of recipes calls for steaming, blanching or roasting asparagus, and you can also saute it. Here, the stalks are diagonally cut into bite-sized pieces and then cooked hot and fast, gently blistered, in a skillet with oil and salt. Then, they're tossed in a pan with ground pork that's been cooked with Asian aromatics—garlic, ginger, and green onion—along with soy sauce and Shaoxing wine. Related Stories 3/7/2025 8/4/2024 It was incredibly quick, and really hit the spot when paired with a super-simple (and spicy) cucumber salad that also took just minutes to throw together. Both include the gentle heat of chili crisp, which you can easily omit if appealing to tamer taste buds. When choosing asparagus, look for bright green stalks with tightly closed and compact tips. To keep it fresh in the fridge until cooking, store it upright in a glass or cup with about an inch of water, and cover the tops with a plastic bag. I generally prefer super-thin asparagus because I believe it's the most tender, but you can also use thicker spears. Just be sure peel the bottom third after snapping off the knobby ends. Pork and Asparagus Stir-fry PG tested Serves 4. 2-3 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil, divided 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed, cut on a diagonal into 1- or 2-inch pieces Kosher salt 1 pound ground pork 6 scallions, white and pale green parts only, finely chopped 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 2-inch piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (Chinese rice wine) or medium-dry cooking sherry 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1-2 teaspoons chili crisp, plus additional for serving Chopped fresh cilantro, for serving, optional Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet on high. Once the pan is hot (oil will be lightly smoking), add half of the asparagus and a couple pinches of salt and cook, tossing only once or twice so the pieces have a chance to blister, until crisp-tender and lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a plate. Add another teaspoons olive oil to skillet (no need to wipe it out) and repeat with remaining asparagus. Reduce heat to medium-high. Add remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil to skillet, then add ground pork, spreading it out in an even layer. Season with a couple pinches of salt and cook, undisturbed, until meat begins to brown underneath, about 2 minutes. Break up meat with a wooden spoon and add chopped scallions, garlic, and ginger. Cook, stirring, until pork is crisp and mixture is very fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add wine or sherry, soy sauce, and chili crisp, and return asparagus to skillet. Cook, turning to coat with pork mixture, until heated through, about 1 minute. Transfer stir-fry to a platter or large shallow bowl and drizzle with sesame oil. Serve with rice and additional chili crisp, if desired, garnished with chopped cilantro. Recipe adapted from For cucumber salad Serves 4. For a less spicy salad, omit the chili crisp. 1 pound cucumbers, sliced very thin 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 1 heaping teaspoon chili crisp 4 cloves garlic, finely minced 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, plus more for garnish Red chili pepper flakes, for garnish In a medium bowl, toss cucumber and salt. Let them sit for 5-10 minutes while you prepare the dressing. In a large serving bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, chili crisp, garlic, ginger, sugar, and sesame seeds. Set aside. Rinse cucumber slices with cool water in a colander two or three times to remove the salt, then strain into a bowl. Pat dry with paper towels. Pour cucumber slices into the bowl with the dressing and toss well to combine. Garnish with sesame seeds and red chili flakes for extra heat. Thin stalks of spring asparagus are blistered, then tossed with ground pork, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS Recipe by Gretchen McKay, Post-Gazette Dear Readers: We would love to hear from you. What topics would you like to read about? Please send your feedback and tips to
Buzz Feed
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
37 Lavish Mother's Day Gifts That Are Totally Worth Their Price Tag
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · Doesn't your mom deserve something nice? Like REALLY nice? 1. A handmade suitcase portable turntable so your mom can play some of her old records and start collecting new ones. Despite its retro chic look, this record player has some modern tech: It can convert record songs into MP3 files, is Bluetooth compatible, and can play 33, 45, and 78 rpm records. Amazon ClearClick is a small tech business that sells cords, radios, and record players. Promising review:"This works AWESOME. And my husband absolutely loves it. I bought this for him for Christmas and he thought it was the coolest thing. It's also nice that it's portable as it has a strap to carry it, and a latch to keep it closed. For what you pay for this product, you get all of it back and more." — Amber Get it from Amazon for $109.95. 2. A double-walled French press for the mom who loves the experience of making coffee almost as much as actually drinking it. These brushed stainless-steel works of art are dishwasher safe and come in a plethora of colors, so you can find one that perfectly matches her kitchen. Food52 Promising review:"This French press is lovely to look at and works better than other presses I have used. The external finish is high quality, and the (double) filter works really well. I haven't yet tested how long the double-wall feature keeps the coffee warm: The container volume is just the right size for our family, and we just guzzle the delicious coffee right down. I heartily recommend it." — Tina K. Get it from Food52 for $100+ (available in six colors). 3. A chunky Bearaby knit weighted blanket made with prewashed, sustainable cotton that feels like a soft T-shirt. Along with being a cute, unique piece for her bedroom, it'll offer a comforting weight, like a big bear hug. Bearaby Read more about how to choose a weight and what these blankets help with and how from Cleveland Clinic. Promising review:" Worth every penny! I have the hardest time falling asleep, especially with everything going on — so I got this blanket to try and help calm my anxiety. Within two nights, I was able to fall asleep and best of all stay asleep all night. I haven't been able to do I was worried about the investment, but I wish I would've bought this blanket a long time ago — you can't put a price on good sleep and relaxation!" — Char G. Get it from Bearaby for $179+ (available in four weights and six colors). 4. Or a Barefoot Dreams blanket you can count on to actually live up to all the hype you've likely heard about it — it really does feel like snuggling with a cloud. BuzzFeed editor Heather Braga loves this blanket and says:"I am the proud owner of two of these babies, and I have no shame. My first Barefoot Dreams blanket (which my sister gifted me last Christmas) is one of my most cherished items as soon as the temperature drops. It's super soft, washes well, and has enough weight to it to actually keep you warm. They're absolutely worth the splurge — you won't regret it when you're snuggled under it on a snowy winter evening." Get it from Nordstrom for $158 (available in seven colors). 5. An Ember temperature control ceramic mug to help extra-particular drinkers keep their coffee or tea at the exact right temperature. She can control the vessel through an app to ensure that her cuppa is consistently hot from the first sip to the last. There are even presets for specific drinks. Amazon She can remotely adjust the temperature to get it just right, and she can also select a personalized LED color. Promising review:"I love this mug. I work in a home office and easily get distracted with emails and I love how this mug keeps my coffee the perfect temp even if I get distracted with work." — Emily "The Ember cup is exactly what I was hoping for. I have used it for a week, and it has performed as I would expect. I get roughly 1 1/2 hours of hot coffee in the morning, which fits my lifestyle. I am retired, so I have more leisurely time in the morning. I keep the charging base next to the coffee pot and since they are both black, they look great. The design of the coffee mug is excellent. The fit and feel are just right. EXCELLENT PRODUCT — worth the money!" — BalancedLife Get it from Amazon for $136.99 (available in two sizes and eight colors). 6. A gift card to Resortpass so your mom can enjoy a spa visit or hotel pool time and get a much-needed break. The service gives her access to places you normally need a hotel key to visit. With over 2,000 hotel partners (including the iconically retro TWA Hotel!), she's sure to find something she likes. Resortpass Resortpass offers a whole slew of amenities that are normally only accessed with a hotel key, from spas and rooftop pools to beaches and waterslides. Your mom can pick a date and city, then browse options from there. Get it from Resortpass for $50+ (available in any custom amount). 7. A Lego bouquet kit that starts with a fun project and ends with a pretty centerpiece that'll never wilt. You may remember seeing this 756 piece-set on Abbot Elementary — if a gift is good enough to impress Janine, it's good enough for me! Check out the whole Lego Botanicals collection. Promising review: "These are so gorgeous that people only notice they're Lego when I point it out to them, and they are all universally stunned. This was a very fun build, too. Highly recommend." — Nerdy Reader Get it from Amazon for $47.99. 8. A birdfeeder with a built-in camera so Mom can spy on her feathered friends and make notes on the avian goings-on. The camera has an AI system that can identify over 6,000 bird species, so she'll never have to argue whether the bird that visited was a goldfinch or an Eastern meadowlark. She can opt for notifications when birds come to visit (reviewers note that can be overwhelming if they have a lot of birds in the area) and save videos for later. The videos are high-def and have night vision so she can see every feather on that cardinal's head. Promising review: "Got this for my 95-year-old dad. He loves watching the feed of the birds come to visit, and I get to watch his feed from my home, too. I recommend this for any bird lover." — Cathy W Get it from Amazon for $179+ (available in two colors and a solar AI feature). 9. A Blissy mulberry silk pillowcase that'll be gentle on her hair, leave fewer creases in her face (huge win for side and stomach sleepers), and just feel nice and cool on her skin. It also comes in a ton of pretty patterns. Beauty sleep is a real thing, people! You *could* buy a cheaper version, or even a satin pillowcase, but this particular brand is super-duper high quality, and doesn't your mom deserve the best? I own a lot of silk/satin pillowcases and my Blissy one is by far the best and likely to outlast the rest. Promising review: "What a game changer. I've never slept on a pillowcase that felt like this before. I don't typically leave reviews, but I'm still kind of amazed by how awesome this is to sleep on. Feels incredible on your skin, which is why I wanted to try it in the first place. Was kind of skeptical of the skin and hair claims I read. But honestly, so far they seem to actually be pretty spot on. Skin looks and feels amazing. Same for hair and my wife is really impressed at the lack of tangles when she wakes up, too. This definitely exceeded expectations. Kind of surprised, but I'm a believer now." — Ryan Get it from Amazon for $58.87 (available in three sizes and 26 styles). 10. A KitchenAid mixer for mixing up cakes, meringues, whipped potatoes, and anything else your mom can imagine. Not to guilt trip you, but her mixing arm needs a break after all the chocolate chip cookies you demanded as a kid. Amazon The mixer comes with a 5-quart bowl, whisk, flat beater, and dough hook. If you really want to spoil your mom, throw in an extra attachment like a shredder or pasta roller. Promising review:"I've been wanting this for so long but held off because of the price. I went ahead and took the plunge and splurged on this and the food processor attachment. I was blown away by the quality. I really is a work of art. Most importantly it performs beautifully." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $379.99+ (available in 22 colors). 11. A Motorola Razr+ 2024, which remains the only phone that might lure me away from the iPhone. Your mom will love the fun colors (Spring Green! Hot Pink! Mocha Mousse!) and its eye-popping flip-screen ability. She can check emails, listen to music, and make calls using the external screen; she can even use the fun shape as a stand for taking hands-free photos or watching shows. The phone comes with up to 256 GB of storage and up to 12 GB of memory — and you can add up to 12GB of extra ram for more speed. My favorite feature is that you can take a selfie with the (better) rear-facing camera, and the screen on the other side will show you a preview of your shot. Promising review: "I've had this phone since August of 2023 (since it was launched), and this has been by far the best smartphone I've ever had! I was an iPhone user for almost 10 years, and before that, I had Android. Android itself has come a long way and connecting/using other Bluetooth devices is really seamless, pretty much like the iPhone ecosystem. The battery life is great, the quick charging is really nice to have, and it folds! I'm hoping this will last me a few years and I'm looking forward to seeing what Motorola develops in the future!!" — smerriam3 Get an unlocked phone from Motorola for $799.99 (available in five colors) or check out prices on AT&T or T-Mobile. 12. A pretty acetate hair brush that comes in a variety of fun patterns and designs because their vanity deserves something as eye-catching as it is functional. Anthropologie Promising review: "This brush is so beautiful. Bought as a birthday gift for my niece. The details are very stunning. Such a unique gift." — Auntiekk Get it from Anthropologie for $58 (available in 14 colors). 13. A Fellow Stagg electric pour-over kettle beloved by fancy coffee and tea drinkers the world over. Thanks to its variable temperature control and precision heating, she can get the perfect cup every time — and it's not too hard on the eyes, either! Amazon Promising review:"I was skeptical about purchasing this item because most kettles on the market are priced lower than this, but I do have to say. ***It is worth every freaking penny.*** This kettle heats up lightning fast to the degree chosen, holds temp, is easy to pour, and it did make the best cup of coffee in my life. Another thing that sets this kettle apart from any other electric kettle really is that it is very very easy to clean! It is worth the investment." — Allison J. Get it from Amazon for $165 (available in six styles). 14. A carrot ice cream cake from the beloved Salt & Straw — I'm talking gooey cake-batter ice cream marbled with decadent cream cheese frosting between two layers of cinnamon carrot cake and cake crumbles. Geez, I hope she shares! Salt & Straw If you've never tried this ice cream before, please understand it's truly some of the best on Earth. It's super creamy, balanced, and flavorful. Get it from Salt & Straw for $79. 15. A leather bucket tote because what mom doesn't love a roomy purse? This simple, effortlessly chic bag looks good with any outfit and can fit a laptop, so don't be surprised when it becomes her favorite accessory. Madewell Promising review:"I am absolutely thrilled with my new bucket bag! It's everything I was hoping for and more. The design of this bag is really good — it effortlessly combines fashion and function. I also love the adjustable shoulder strap, I can wear it crossbody or shorten the strap for a shoulder bag, and it's always comfortable. The weight distribution is well-balanced, so it never feels too heavy even when fully loaded." — ZOE277 Get it from Madewell for $178 (available in five colors). 16. A Caraway ceramic nonstick cookware set complete with magnetic pot holders and a canvas lid holder to give Mom's kitchen a beautiful overhaul. I know she's attached to that one burnt saucepan, but she'll forget all about it when she sees how pretty this set looks in her kitchen. Amazon The set includes a fry pan, sauce pan and lid, sauté pan and lid, Dutch oven and lid, plus a magnetic pan rack and a canvas lid holder. Former BuzzFeed editor Abby Kass says: I've been using this set for two years now, and I love it so much. These pots and pans are super high quality and cook really well. I also love that they look super nice in my kitchen. One of the best parts is the magnetic rack and lid holder because it keeps everything so organized in my cabinet. These are a splurge, but I think they are so worth it. Promising review:"I absolutely love my Caraway cookware! They are so easy to clean and the magnetic organizers are great for easy storage in the kitchen cabinets. I love the hanging lid holder as it saves space and is super convenient (and renter-friendly with the adhesive hooks). The only thing I would mention is that they are not super lightweight, so if you're looking for that I would maybe go with the Caraway minis or look at other sets. Otherwise, they are superb quality, non-toxic, non-stick, and beautiful!" — Rachel Get it from Amazon for $395+ (available in eight colors). 17. A Jenny Slate x Catbird 14-karat gold heart charm that SPINS! You can even engrave it with her name (or the name of her favorite child. ;)) Maximum of five characters per side — allow 5–10 business days to ship if you customize. There's an option to also buy a chain for 15% off on the listing. Get it from Catbird for $274. 18. A heatable foot massager featuring five adjustable air pressure settings. All her worries will just slip away when she turns it on, and your massaging hands will finally get a break! Miko is a small business that sells massagers. Promising review:"I am SO IMPRESSED with this product that I made sure I actually sat down and completed the review to help others make the same decision. I am so glad I purchased this. I have owned the Miko Shiatsu Foot Massager for a little over a year. For my birthday, my parents wanted to get me something to help me relax and take some well-deserved "Me Time" which almost always never happens when you have three small children. They were going to buy me a massage at a local spa, which would have been heavenly, I'm only would be 50 minutes of euphoria. So, I did my research and boy am I glad I chose this foot massager. I use it ALL OF THE TIME. Almost every day. I keep it under my desk in our home office so when I am on my computer working, checking emails, paying bills, doing taxes, editing pictures of my kiddos, etc, etc, it is there ready for my little tootsies. When it ends, I get sad and sometimes splurge and push it on again. I have enjoyed this so much I bought one for my parents, suggested my brother and sister-in-law get one, heck, I even sent the link to my accountant. Again, I cannot sing its praises enough. Let this be the last review you read before you put it in your cart because, seriously, you will not regret it at all." — A. Butcher Get it from Amazon for $149.99. 19. A towel warmer to lessen the agony of having to get out of the loving embrace of a hot shower and make a mad dash to her bedroom. It heats up in just under six minutes and can stay warm for up to an hour. Promising review: "Super easy to use. Feels like towel is fresh out of the dryer! I'm in love! Would definitely recommend. 🤍 I purchased the essential oil round pads and used essential oils on the pad and placed in the scent holder. Works amazing! Update: It's been at least a year if not longer since we purchased and we use it every day. It's fantastic and a game changer! Especially in this cold winter weather. :) Highly recommend." — Millers1234 Get it from Amazon for $146.99 (available in five colors). 20. A super sleek Beast blender and hydration system for the mom on the move. The super quiet blender takes only a minute to perfectly blend smoothies, sauces, and shakes, while the hydration system comes with an infuser — cucumber water, anyone? There's also a screw-on handle so she can take her drink to go using the same vessel. Beast is a small business founded by the former CEO of Nutribullet. Read our full review of the blender. Promising review:"I've only had this blender for a week, but so far it is the best I have ever owned. It doesn't leak, blends everything very smoothly, and is quieter than any other blender I've had. Sturdy, easy to clean. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who makes smoothies." — L. Sickle Get it from Amazon for $194.95 (available in two colors). 21. A makeup brush UV sanitizer that'll make it super easy to disinfect the makeup brushes you've been nagging her to finally clean. Now, all she has to do is pop them inside this device and press the button on top. Her brushes will be clean and ready to use again in just five minutes. Using UV light for disinfection at home carries some risks; read more at Mayo Clinic. If you want to test the effectiveness of your UV light, you can use a test card like this one. Promising review:"This first caught my eyes when I saw how chic and cute it is. Then I found out it actually help sanitize makeup brushes! I wear makeup regularly, but to be honest, I don't clean my brushes frequently enough. I found it kind of frustrating to clean my brushes. Not sure why but it always takes a REALLY LONG TIME for my brushes to dry. This is such a lifesaver as I know I can sanitize my brushes every time I use them with just one click! I don't have to worry about skin issues caused by dirty brushes anymore! It also makes a really good/cute gift. Very happy with this purchase." — Cyn Get it from Amazon for $89. 22. A Ninja Creami, a viral and once often-sold-out kitchen appliance capable of making any flavor of ice cream, sorbet, gelato, milkshake, or smoothie bowl your mom can imagine. She just needs to freeze the ingredients in the container the night before and then let the machine blend everything into frosty goodness. Reviewers with dietary restrictions and preferences love being able to customize their own treats, and many point out that this will likely *save* money, with the cost of specialty ice creams these days. Promising review:"I bought this to make sorbets and dairy-free treats. This is the best machine, and you will use it after summer. All you need is a can of fruit, and it whips up the best sorbet! This is better than any sorbet I have found except in Mikonos. The possibilities are endless with this machine. I love that you can add candy or fruits to make your own blizzards. Everyone in the family loves it and requests their own. Recipe book included is easy to follow and no hard to find ingredients. You do have to freeze the base for 24 hours, but it's worth the wait. Definitely order extra pints because it's so easy to make you will want to make extra flavors." — Krista Get it from Amazon for $199.95. 23. A very stylish satin pajama set that could be considered formalwear at this point. Even if Mom isn't a big pajama-wearer, these are too luxurious not to love. Printfresh Promising review: "These PJs are fabulous! They are so cute and I feel so glamorous lounging around the house. They aren't slick, but are so soft, silky, and airy. I sleep hot, and these are very comfortable. If you're in between sizes, I recommend sizing down. Also, I washed and dried mine on delicate and they came out just fine!" — Katherine B. Get it from Printfresh for $188 (available in sizes XXS–6XL and 14 patterns; plus tall and petite sizes). 24. A smart digital picture frame for the mom who wants an endless stream of photos of loved ones. Using the corresponding app, she can create playlists of different photo albums and even invite family members to add their own. This handy gadget can sense when someone is nearby and turn on/off accordingly. Queue baby pics in 3...2...1... Amazon Promising reviews:"Beautifully packaged, kinda like an Apple product. VERY easy setup. Added two friends via app, and now I'm receiving photos from across the county during social distancing! A must-have." — NHA4wine "I was gifted this frame for Christmas and loved it so much I bought one for my mom for her birthday. It's so easy to use and upload photos. She gets daily pics of the grandkids sent right to the frame." — hopeful but sad Get it from Amazon for $118.99+ (available in two sizes and two styles). 25. A rechargeable heated eye massager to help combat headaches, eye strain, puffy eyes, and other troubles brought on by mom-related stress. The built-in Bluetooth speakers will let her play relaxing music to elevate the experience. The device is completely portable and has five massage modes and a 15-minute timer. Promising review:"I am literally in love with this mask. I am not sure if it's the pressure, the heat, or the music, but I find myself constantly using it. It is so relaxing….Definitely one of the best gadgets I have ever bought." — Tracy Ruble Get it from Amazon for $62.99+ (available in three colors). 26. A Cuisinart compact bread maker if your mom has been complaining about the price of bread these days. Now, she can open a mini bakery right in her kitchen by selecting what kind she wants to make, putting in the ingredients, and letting the device do the hard part. The machine is fully automatic with 12 preprogrammed options and three crust shades. It can bake up to a 2-pound loaf. Plus, it has a 13-hour delayed start so she can have freshly baked bread ready whenever she wants. Promising review:"This machine really is awesome. I plugged it in within a couple of minutes of it being delivered and was able to make French bread right away! It comes with a handy recipe book and I can't wait to try the other variations. I'm vegan and oil-free so this was a perfect gift to me and my family so we can have fresh plant-based oil-free bread anytime we want! So easy to clean and looks sleek as well!" — Ryan B Get it from Amazon for $129.95+ (available in two styles). 27. A Tushbaby hip carrier for the new mom who loves holding her baby or toddler, even if her arms are begging for a break. The strap-on hip bag can be worn six different ways and offers a robust selection of pockets for binkies, diapers, and more. It's recommended for children between eight and 45 pounds and can be used in four different holding positions — feeding/breastfeeding, side carrying, front facing, and face-to-face. Tushbaby is a small business that has been featured on Shark Tank. Promising review: " This has been one of MANY items I have purchased thanks to TikTok, and I'm glad I did. Super easy to use, easy to adjust, and most importantly it helps with support tremendously. It comes with pockets and a place to hold bottles/sippy cups, which can be very handy. My 8-month-old weights around 30–35 lbs, and he's basically attached to me 24/7, carrying all day was killing my back and arms! Thank God for this invention, my arms and back can rest." — Jennifer Calle Get it from Amazon for $84.99 (available in five colors). 28. A perfume sampler set from the beloved Maison Margiela Replica line. The unisex fragrances are inspired by relaxing moments, like Beach Walk, On a Date, and By the Fireplace. Each fab scent (I truly love them all) come in lil' apothecary-like jars so your mom can feel like an old-timey pharmacist when she mixes and matches to create her signature scent. Sephora Promising review: "First off, this set of perfumes is amazing! I loved the fact that there were different fragrances in the cute little packaging box that they were sent in. The bottles were small and easy to dab with the top on my wrists and neck. I would definitely recommend to purchase! They are made in France, and I could tell they are good quality items." — Ninaki5 Get a set of five from Sephora for $75. 29. A pepper cannon so fun to use, your mom will be floating around the kitchen like an Italian server asking everyone if they want more cracked pepper. It can crank out fresh pep up to 10 times faster than a traditional pepper mill. It even has a grinder dial to set the fineness of the grate from cracked to powder. BuzzFeeder Ross Yoder says:"If you've ever used a standard pepper mill, you know that by the time your hand is cramping up (approximately 1,000 cranks later!), you're left with only a small sprinkling of pepper. As a food writer, I feel like my life existed pre-Pepper Cannon and post -Pepper Cannon, and that's not hyperbole speaking! Simply put, this pepper mill cranks out perfectly cracked black pepper to your desired size so quickly that I now struggle to use standard pepper mills. It feels just as luxurious as it looks, too; with a heavy, cast iron-esque exterior, I genuinely love reaching for it whenever I'm in the kitchen. Sure, it's on the pricier side for a pepper mill, but IMHO, I think it's totally worth it if you love to cook. I've noticed that so many pepper-heavy dishes I love to cook, like spaghetti cacio e pepe, taste worlds better now that I can actually provide the amount of freshly cracked pepper called for. I loved it so much that I bought my mom one for Christmas, and now she's totally obsessed, too. Her only critique: Apparently, my dad has been over-peppering his food since this thing works so darn well (!!!), but that sounds like a 'him problem' to me." Get it from Amazon for $199.99. 30. A 3-in-1 portable charger that opens up to charge her iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch all at the same time. When she's done, it folds into a little dollop of a device that's easy to throw in a bag for later. Finally, she can stop texting you, "sorry, battery's gonna die..." Promising review:"These are fabulous for travel — they charge three devices from just one USB port, especially [helpful] when frequenting hotel rooms. The first one is now permanently stationed bedside to help clean up the clutter, and this will go into my briefcase for future excursions. Compact, and effective!" — see2xu Get it from Amazon for $76.49+ (available in three colors). 31. A puzzle table so your mom can jigsaw to her heart's content, and then stash the half-finished project away when it's time for dinner. It can rotate and has six drawers and a large surface for 1,500-piece puzzles. It's lightweight enough that your mom can pick it up and stow it with ease when she needs the dining room table free for dinner. Promising review:"The only place I had to work a puzzle was on the dining room table which caused a problem when family and friends came for dinner. This puzzle board is the perfect solution! It is so easy to move out of the way when needed. The drawers are so handy to separate the pieces by color, etc. and being able to rotate the board with the lazy Susan is a big plus. Very happy with this purchase and highly recommend." — Lynne C. Get the 1,500-piece size from Amazon for $55.99. 32. A gigantic, showstopping box of cookies from Last Crumb almost guaranteed to fully satisfy any mom's sweet tooth. There are 12 flavors, including Everything But the Candles (birthday cake), When Life Gives You Lemons (lemon bar), and Netflix and Crunch (cinnamon toast). These are perfectly balanced, extra chewy, and decadent enough to make your mom swoon. Krista Torres / BuzzFeed, Last Crumb These are seriously next level. They retain that perfect chewiness you normally only get from fresh-out-the-oven cookies. I must have said, "oh my god," 20 times after eating my first one. If you give your mom this box, you better hope she gives you at least a bite of one! Learn more about Last Crumb in our full review. Get it from Last Crumb for $120+ (available in packs of 12 or 24). 33. The Merit Five Minute Morning collection so you can give your mom's makeup bag a huge upgrade. It includes all the basics for a simple routine, including lip oil, cheek balm, and a complexion stick that replaces both foundation and concealer. Step AWAY from the 5-year-old Maybelline Great Lash mascara, Mom. Merit The collection includes: –The Minimalist complexion stick (available in 20 shades) –Flush Balm cheek color (available in 12 shades) –Day glow Highlighting Balm (available in three shades) –Brush No.1 Blending Brush –Clean Lash lengthening mascara (available in black) –Brow 1980 volumizing pomade (available in three shades) Get the set from Merit for $176 ($206 value). 34. The iconic, much-loved Balmuda toaster that is known for cooking the perfect piece of toast. This spendy Japanese gadget uses steam, which crisps the outside while keeping moisture locked inside. Amazon, Promising review: "Holy moly! Best toast I have ever made. I did a comparison taste test with the Balmuda toaster versus my cheapie $60 toaster oven. You can really taste the difference in the toast with the texture and the moisture of the inside of the toast. Hands down, Balmuda blew my other toaster out the water. So happy with purchase." — JL Get it from Amazon for $309 (available in four colors). Check out the TikTok by @tokyogirl92. 35. A compact travel iron and steamer for the frequent traveler or mom who hates having to pull the ironing board out. Besides being super pretty, the device can heat up in three minutes and removes wrinkles from both sides of the fabric at once. Amazon There's a built-in steamer and six fabric settings. Promising review:"Ordered this to bring to a wedding this past weekend, and it was a total hit. Perfect for getting last-minute wrinkles out of bridesmaid dresses! And will definitely be using for touchups before work instead of lugging out my massive ironing board. Great purchase!" — Carolyn Toll Get it from Amazon for $119 (available in five colors). 36. A set of rainbow wineglasses ensuring every guest can have their favorite long as they all have different favorite colors. If a fight breaks out for the green glass, you can always buy your mom a second set. Amazon The Wine Savant is a New York-based small business established in 2017 that specializes in unique, quality drinkware and accessories. Promising review: "Love these! Wasn't ready to splurge on Estelle stemmed glasses so I got these instead. I've run them through the dishwasher once so far, and they held up fine. Glass is thin near the top, which I love in a wineglass. I would recommend!" — Tricia Get a set of six from Amazon for $49.99. 37. And a spinning heart messenger so you can send love remotely to your faraway mom. You can send her messages using a corresponding app, and the box's little heart will spin to let her know she's got mail. Sure, you could just send a text, but this is cuter. Uncommon Goods Promising review:"This product is absolutely perfect for my situation. The messages are sent through an app on your phone and are instantly sent to the box, and you can also schedule a time when you want a message to be delivered. One of the cool aspects is that there are stickers and gifs that you can also send through the app. Overall, it was an amazing gift and definitely worth the money."— GC Get it from Uncommon Goods for $100+ (available in two styles) or from Amazon for $169.99. Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
