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25-05-2025
- General
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33 Affordable, Unexpected Kitchen Products
A crinkle cutter tool for veggies, fruit, potatoes, and cheese that not only makes meal prep a breeze, but makes certain foods more enticing for the picky eaters in the fam. Everyone knows a squiggly-shaped thing tastes better than a regular shape ... it's just science! A Grim Steeper silicone tea infuser to remind you that life is, in fact, too short to skip on your delicious morning cuppa. McCormick's Potato Topping Seasoning for anyone who's not afraid to get a little feral about their air-fried, mashed, and baked potatoes — this blend of salt, garlic, and asiago cheese is so mouthwateringly delicious that you'll be dumping it on everything from popcorn to grilled cheese to guacamole. A shaved ice and slushie maker to relive your childhood pastime of dyeing your tongue a zillion delicious colors after taking one of these to the face. Bonus: a lot of reviewers use these for ~boozy~ slushies. A genius 2-in-1 knife and cutting board perfect for all your quick chopping needs that don't require a whole production of cutting boards. This scissor-like contraption lets you slice against a flat surface for easier use, then slide your veggies into a bowl or on top of a dish in a flash. And a parent-beloved, Shark Tank-featured FunBites Food Cutter designed for both adults *and* kids to use on everything from fruits to veggies to cheese to sandwiches, helping make mealtimes more fun and hands-on. (And encouraging picky eaters to broaden their horizons, one "FunBite" at a time!) A four-pack of silicone straw soda can lids that are like, "Oh, you're obsessed with Diet Coke? Let me find you a reason to be even MORE obsessed." Reviewers love these not just for the ~thrill~ of a straw, but because the covers make the cans a whole lot more spill-proof, prevent your drink from going flat, and protect your can from bugs and debris during outdoor hangs. A handy dandy condiment fork with a holder you can wrap right around a jar of olives or pickles so it'll always be at your disposal when you suddenly *need* a pickle but don't want to put your hands in the jar. This is also great for late-night snacking shenanigans, since you won't wake up half the house looking for a clean fork. A "Gracula" garlic crusher, because you know what? If a 108-year-old vampire lurking moodily in the trees in the Pacific Northwest isn't going to fall in love with you and grant you immortality, one might as well make your life in the kitchen a little easier. Oxo's compact Cold Brew Rapid Brewer to make cold brew in FIVE MINUTES (!!) with results so quick and delicious that reviewers love it more than their beloved Aeropresses (and even call it "Aeropress 2.0"). Not only is it faster than comparable models, but it's cheaper, entirely portable, and doesn't need to be charged or plugged in. 🤯 You're going to be swimming in a RIVER of delicious, affordable cold brew with this gizmo. A container of Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cinnadust so absurdly delicious that all food will just become a mere canvas for putting Cinnadust on. Reviewers use this on everything from coffee to toast to yogurt to fries to popcorn to sweet potatoes to ice cream to — you know what, I'll let you decide on your cinnajourney for yourself. A two-slice slim toaster to fit virtually *anywhere* in your tiny kitchen, and to look gosh darn adorable doing it. Bonus — these long slots make it ideal for larger slices of bread, like your beloved sourdoughs. A chic under-the-cabinet banana hanger so easy to install that you'll wonder why you didn't free up all your counter space *YEARS* ago. Also digging the whole "bananas as decor" vibe here. A set of wineglass charcuterie toppers to make you the ultimate host of wine and cheese nights ... *or* just an elite experience curating your own snack-and-vino vibe at home. (Friday night cheese is the most sacred cheese of all.) A collapsible Magic Mushroom funnel so you can feel like an enchanted forest nymph while you funnel your coffee, wine, baking ingredients, or mystical potions. A mini donut maker to keep anyone with a sweet tooth occupied — truly, can you think of anything in this universe more delicious than a warm homemade donut?? I'll wait. A set of spicy margarita instant cocktail tea bags — all the sophistication of tea and the 😜 of a cheeky cocktail, without the exorbitant bar price tags or the sugar crash. All you have to do is add three ounces of cold water, 1.5 ounces of hard liquor, and the tea sachet into a glass, and you'll have a delicious cocktail in one minute. A cult-favorite Flairisol Olivia, a continuous oil sprayer with built-in portion control that has won the allegiance of reviewers from professional chefs to at-home bakers. The ultra-fine spray makes it ridiculously easy to work with, especially for people tracking nutrition stats for their own sake or for a restaurant's — each spray is equivalent to one gram of oil for easy measuring. A "shark bites" mini hot dog mold sure to make ~waves~ when you show up to the next neighborhood cookout with the coolest snack of all. Sorry, pigs in a blanket; your time in the spotlight is over. A double-sided cutting board *and* defrosting board with enough capabilities to make your lil' brain spin. One side of the board is made with food-grade stainless steel for cutting meat while the other is made with wheat straw for cutting fruits and veggies, helping save cutting board space and preventing cross-contamination. But reviewers also note that the stainless-steel side is *excellent* for defrosting meat faster, and the built-in garlic grinder on the wheat straw side is also a handy little time saver! A electric potato peeler worthy of a permanent spot on your counter. Not only does it effortlessly peel potatoes, but it can handle pretty much any peeled produce you throw at it, from apples to kiwis to oranges to tomatoes. (To be clear, though, your highest priority should *always* be mashed potato-ing.) A bottle of truffle seasoning for an instant upgrade on homemade meals that honestly has become one of my only personality traits, to the point where I'm just like, begging you to try it. I should gatekeep this stuff so I can have it all to myself but it is such a delicious and satisfying and ridiculously affordable alternative to real truffles that I'm throwing the gates WIDE OPEN. A "Slice'n Store" butter dish that will stop you from dirtying a bunch of butter knives and leaving them on the counter. All you do is pop this out of the fridge, slice of a lil' (or large) slab with the built-in blade, and be on your merry, buttery way. A nonstick heart-shaped egg and pancake pan so precious that if breakfast wasn't already your favorite meal of the day, it's about to steal your literal *and* figurative heart now. A penguin-shaped egg cooker and holder that makes it ridiculously easy to make easy-, medium-, and hard-boiled eggs on the stove, *plus* keep them safe afterward. No more sticking your eggs back in the fridge and confusing them for the raw ones anymore — you can just pop the little penguins in there for storage. A set of convenient suctioning "Food Cubby" dividers to portion out plates so food, sauces, and dressings don't co-mingle — perfect for picky eaters young *and* old who would rather pretend that we don't live in a world where broccoli and mac 'n' cheese are occasionally allowed to touch. A set of silicone teacup cupcake liners so you can have your cake and "drink" it, too. Reviewers loved these for tea parties and cupcake decorating parties! A PopLite personal popcorn maker with a built-in serving bowl that will give you eight cups of movie theater-quality popcorn in two mere mortal minutes. Reviewers especially love that the popcorn doesn't burn, and the machine doesn't leave unpopped kernels like the usual microwave brands. A set of airtight Oui yogurt jar lids (with labels included!) so instead of recycling your gorgeous little yogurt jars, you can repurpose them to store food, spices, supplies, and all kinds of other handy options. As someone whose main aesthetic is "yogurt," I approve. Reviewers say these worked with La Fermière jars, too! A magnetic air fryer cheat sheet to help minimize effort and maximize deliciousness, no googling, overthinking, or confusing cooking methods required. A rapid ramen cooker that gets the job done in the microwave in just three minutes so you don't have to waste any time babysitting the stove or measuring out the water just right — just fill to the line, pop it in, and let the magic happen. A little snack dispenser to keep your fingers clean if you're typing or gaming — with this gizmo, you can just deposit nuts, Goldfish, M&M's, and other delicious small things right into your mouth, like a tiny snack butler. Pet owners also love it for distributing treats! A color-coded Cuisinart knife set so not only will you have the perfect blade for each task like a true profesh, but you'll be able to avoid cross-contamination without having to pause and wipe everything down every time you transition to a new food. 🌈
Buzz Feed
25-05-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
These 26 Underrated Products Are So Freakishly Good, You'll Wonder What Other Hidden Gems You're Missing Out On
A 2-in-1 salad pod you can use to mix your greens add-ins, and dressing, but wait, you can ALSO eat directly from it! This can help cut down on dirty dishes, and it's great for taking lunch on the go. It also comes with a leakproof integrated dressing capsule that sits snugly on top of the container to prevent spills. A weekly keyboard planner that will help you stay on top of your schedule and tasks without taking up a ton of space on your desk. It fits perfectly in front of your keyboard so you can jot things down quickly. Unlike other planners, it's undated so you can use it as you see fit *without* feeling the pressure to write it in every. single. day. And! It comes with a cute lil' stand for your desk. A pack of carborundum sponges, aka the kind of hidden gem you wish you'd found A LOT sooner. They're just *that* good at lifting the stubborn stains and grime you typically spend wayyyy too long hunched over the sink scrubbing. A hair identifier spray because everyone raves about dermaplaning but no one tells you how the heck you're supposed to SEE the hair you wanna remove. This spray will lower your chances of missing a spot, and reviewers even say it helps the razor glide across the skin more easily. A Grim Steeper silicone tea infuser if you only come alive once you've had your fave herbal tea. Fill the Grim Steeper with loose-leaf tea and hang it off the rim of your mug. It can easily be rinsed clean *and* it's dishwasher and microwave safe. Laneige's Neo Blurring Powder — this stuff will instantly matte-ify your skin while helping it maintain its natural glow thanks to the blue hyaluronic acid. It even comes in a mess-free, travel-friendly case so you can take it on the go. Like I said, magic. A hybrid berry basket and colander to make cleaning your fruit a breeze! Most importantly, it'll help keep everything nice and fresh so it doesn't go bad within a matter of days of buying it — future you will be SO grateful. A reusable screen-cleaning brush that'll make you question how you ever cleaned screens BEFORE this gadget entered your life. Now you can get rid of all the caked-on grime and bugs for good! A smudge-correcting clear nail polish because who has time to keep redoing their manicure over and over AND OVER to correct tiny imperfections? If you lose patience waiting for your nails to dry, you'll love this stuff! A Pikk-it tool when you've shaved years off your life by trying to manually untangle your own hair from the vacuum (same). The good news is this gadget will work to get rid of all the stubborn strands that are affecting your vac's suction power. You can use it on hairbrushes as well! An outlet extender if your perpetual life struggle is a lack of outlets. The thin design is perfect because it won't stick out like a sore thumb *and* you'll still be able to have your bed, dresser, couch, etc. flush against the wall. A crack weeder tool so you can obliterate those ever-resilient weeds that manage to grow through the cracks in concrete! This sturdy tool can get into those tight spaces and get rid of weeds, moss, and thistles in no time. A set of espresso martini instant cocktail tea bags, when you have expensive taste that your wallet isn't exactly a fan of. This is gonna save you LOTS of money on espresso martinis at the bar, and you won't even have to go out and socialize. Just add water (and liquor, if you wish!) and enjoy. A flowy skort that can be styled in so many different ways — it's practically begging you to hit "add to cart" already. Plus, what's not to love about a cute skirt with comfy shorts underneath? A devastatingly cute capybara night-light with seven color settings, three brightness levels, and an auto shut-off timer if you need a bedside pal to keep you company while you drift off to sleep. Seriously, this lil' dude is so adorable, idk how it's not sold out already. A cheeky doorbell cover — it'll let everyone know exactly how you feel about them ringing the bell at inopportune moments. Whether you just put your kid down for a nap or you simply don't have it in you to deal with solicitors, this will get the message across. Glossmetics' Lychee Overnight Lip Mask, which will have you smackin' your luscious lips all over the place because when they look *and* feel this good, how could you not?! The non-sticky, shiny formula could be worn during the day OR as an overnight lip treatment. It contains vitamin E, shea butter, and peptides to help soften, moisturize, and condition your pout. A space-saving couch arm tray with cup holders *and* a built-in device holder for your phone or tablet! If a coffee table won't fit in your tiny space, this nifty tray will keep the essentials within reach. The wings on the side are adjustable and can accommodate couch arms up to 13" wide! A versatile slicker brush because let's face it, your faux fur rugs, blankets, and jackets have seen better days. I come bearing wonderful news! This super ~slick~ tool can zhuzh up wool, sheepskin, cashmere, faux fur, etc. so it looks new again. A pack of pee pads that'll help you stay on top of your dog's health. These color-changing pads are super absorbent and will let you know when your pup might be experiencing an issue, such as being dehydrated or having a UTI. Neutrogena's Collagen Bank Daily Facial Moisturizer with SPF 30 so you can accomplish two things at once: hydrate your skin *and* provide proper UV protection. Apply it in the a.m. and you'll be ready for the day with fewer steps in your skincare routine! It can be worn on its own or under makeup — reviewers say the lightweight formula makes it a great base primer! Elizabeth Mott's Thank Me Later Clean Face Towels so you can remove the day's makeup in a matter of minutes. These 100% natural wipes are made from bio-based viscose staple fiber, which is great for sensitive skin. They're double-sided with one side offering a smooth surface and the other is textured. Bonus: Each towel can be reused up to four times — that's 200 uses per box! A pickleball set that includes two paddles, four balls, AND an adorable sling bag to store them in. If it's time to pick up a hobby, this might be the one! You're about to be the coolest person hitting the pickleball courts for the foreseeable future, mark my words. An ~invisible~ push-up bra for a boob upgrade that's backless, strapless *and* wireless. This is great if you wanna quit underwire but have an entire wardrobe of tops and dresses that don't work well with standard bras. It has a buckle closure in the front to give you proper support without any annoying straps. A ceiling fan carbon filter to make your life easier because this allows the blades to trap dust, pollen, and dander *while* they spin. Stick it right to the fan blade and forget about it until it's time for a replacement! I bet you'll prefer this over cleaning the blades every few months only to inhale a mouthful of dust. A rotating water bottle organizer when your collection has ~spun~ a bit out of control and you have no sensible way to organize 'em. This thing can hold up to SIX 40-oz. tumblers, whether you're a Stanley, Owala, or BruMate loyalist, now you'll have a place to store them all.
Buzz Feed
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
37 Cool Products For Adults Who Were Weirdos Growing Up
A light up solar frog figurine for your garden or porch so when you come home from that "just one drink" dinner past midnight, this croaky lil' fella can lovingly judge you for it. Murdle, Volume 1, a true essential for anyone who relaxes to true crime podcasts or Only Murders in the Building. The book is full of 100 mystery-themed logic puzzles with four different levels of difficulty that they can do solo or with pals, and in order or out of order (although if they do it in order, they get the full scoop on Deductive Logico and Inspector Irratino, whose hilarious misadventures guide you through the book). A cow-themed cheese holder that is, in fact, a Big Moooooooood. Not only is this an adorable and handy way to store your cheese slices, but tons of parents say it's been a real hit with the kiddos! A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit for anyone on their "happy accidents" beat — this itty bitty set comes with everything you need to create three tiny masterpieces of your very own. A "Gracula" garlic crusher, because you know what? If a 108-year-old vampire lurking moodily in the trees in the Pacific Northwest isn't going to fall in love with you and grant you immortality, one might as well make your life in the kitchen a little easier. Just Chilling & Killing, a "cozy adult coloring book" for anyone whose favorite lullaby is a murder podcast. This includes 24 pages inspired by your favorite horror movies so you can color your way through bloodbaths and murders galore! A dimmable sad duck nightlight because sometimes you just have to look at this emotionally deflated creature on your desk and be like, "Welp. At least I'm doing better than that little dude." A shaved sheep plushie that is so! darn! FLUFFY!!!! that you will not be able to resist the adorable siren call of zipping its fuzzy little "coat" on and off when your brain needs a cozy vacation. A goth popcorn maker and bowl for anyone who wants an extra side of spook with their saltiness. This silicone skull is so easy to use that you can pour in the kernels, pop it in the microwave for two to three minutes, and get eight cups of freshly popped popcorn without even having to use oil! A set of TikTok-famous Globbles, which are about to be your favorite stress-relieving fidget toy. These colorful balls are squishy, stretchy, and stick to pretty much any flat surface you throw them at *without* leaving any messy residue. TikTokers have a blast tossing these at walls and ceilings to see the satisfying way they glom onto them. A set of lil' cat butt coasters so all your beverages can come with a side of 😳🐱😳🐱😳. A mini inflatable tube guy for your desk to cheer you on (or remind you to take a lil' dance break whenever you overwork yourself). A Grim Steeper silicone tea infuser to remind you that life is, in fact, too short to skip on your delicious morning cuppa. A set of cookie-shaped barrettes so delightfully realistic that you'll spend every day cosplaying as Cookie Monster's bride. A guided visual sloth "breathing partner" you can use for meditation and calm to shift your mindset. This is designed to guide you through either the popular 4/7/8 or 5/5 "calming breaths" to help reduce stress and anxiety, using colors that fade in and out softly as cues. Bonus: it's kid-friendly! A platypus jar scraping spatula so you can get every!! last!! MORSEL!!! of your peanut butters, Nutellas, and mayos, just as international super spy and legendary hero Perry the Platypus would have wanted. A set of cowboy straw toppers to add some much-needed "yeehaw!" into your hydration regimen, and keep your straws safe from germs out here in the wild, bacterial west. A mouse pad that's actually an artistic rendition of you in a Zoom meeting that doesn't have enough of your coworkers' cute dogs and/or babies making cameos in it. An Uno rug so anytime you wake up on the wrong foot, you can step on this and be all "UNO REVERSE!!!" and instantly turn the day around. 😎 A mildly alarming if not adorable flexible flower vase that will fascinate guests when they can bend its limbs and hang it from any fixture they choose. That says if this thing *does* come to life in the middle of the night and starts singing and dancing all over your room, well. That's on you for buying whatever the heck this is. A "Grievance Journal," or rather a "burn book for the discerning misanthrope" — a darkly funny, satisfying, and cathartic journal with 52 prompts so you can purge yourself of the ~~darkness~~ of your daily irritations and inconveniences without alarming all your friends and neighbors. (Well, any more than you already do. 😈) A small duck-themed salad bowl so there's no such thing as a Sad Lunch Desk Salad ever again — now at least you have *one* coworker who will always quack you up mid-meal. A Frenchie-themed cheese board to serve some top notch char-woof-erie at your next party. A set of troll doll lighter cases so the next time you're looking for a good metaphor to explain your emotional state to your loved ones, you can just whip one of these gremlins out and light its little head on fire. A set of Goldfish fridge magnets — aka "Holdfish" — to instantly assert the superiority of this cracker to anyone who enters your home and dares to think they can suggest a snack food that doesn't smile back. The Book of Weird and Unusual Trivia full of 704 pages (!!!) of bizarre facts, strange figures, and uncanny tidbits to make your brain go 🤯. This book contains trivia about everything from how Uranus used to be known as George to absurd stories of criminals throughout history to common misconceptions about things we do and see every day. A pet cloud because honestly ... some of us were *not* cut out for the pet and plant parenthood, and this is our next best bet. This lil' bub does require "a lot of love and attention," plus a 30-minute walk and a steady diet of "tears of joy," but one look at that precious face and you'll be able to swing it. A sword-shaped grater for anyone out there who isn't just a cheese lover, but a cheese gladiator. Fight valiantly, my dairy-tolerant friends. A pair of decadently soft cow slippers that are, in fact, a whole mooooood. A spinning pill dispenser to make taking your meds feel like a game show or a trip to the carnival — sometimes you have to ~romanticize your life~ to remember the essentials in your daily routine!! You can even attach this to a wall or the fridge if you're feeling it. A chicken zen garden for anyone so stressed out that they don't give a cluck where their self-care comes from anymore. A wildly hilarious "screaming goat" button that has surprised reviewers by becoming a legit staple in their routine — people use it to get the attention of a classroom or break tension in the office or just to generally announce to anyone in your vicinity, "I've had it up to HERE and someone better get me a little treat IMMEDIATELY." A pair of glowing lightsaber chopsticks to bring balance to The Force *and* to your sushi. A set of cat-themed tarot cards purrrfect for first-timers, complete with a guide on how to pull the cards and how to interpret them. You'll be doing readings for everyone from yourself to your BFF to your actual cat by the end of the week. A mini light up UFO-shaped Bluetooth speaker complete with a little astronaut inside who can confirm that you do, in fact, have bear-y good taste in music. An Arthur egg cup set for anyone who loves themselves a delicious little egg break, knight and day. A unicorn head squirrel feeder because you know what the world needs?? More mildly terrifying TikToks and Instagram stories of hybrid creatures frolicking in your backyard. This is your task. Go forth, my friend.
