From blenders that recall yesteryear to the olive oils of Spain and all kitchen tools in between, we explain the features so you can better understand how it does what it does and help you find what you're looking for.

Whether you're new to the kitchen or ready for the next step, we explain the essentials of the world's cuisines and basic cooking techniques to get you started

Calling college students and gourmets, tots and mods: advice on equipping all kinds of kitchens.

A "How To"
Reprinted with permission from Cook's Illustrated magazine.
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A handy guide on measuring liquid and dry ingredients and useful conversion charts

From the folks at King Arthur® Flour

How it is equipped

Some of the Cookbooks and Reference Books in my bookcase and in my kitchen

Simmer or sauté? Braise or broil? Not everyone knows the difference. That’s why we are providing a list of the most popular cooking terms, and what they mean. Here are some common and not-so-common cooking terms you’re sure to find in many recipes.

Let's do some cooking
Reprinted with permission from Cook's Illustrated magazine.
For a trial issue of Cooks call 800-526-8442. Selected articles and recipes, as well as subscription information, are available online at Cooks Illustrated.

Tips and Information on what to look for and what to avoid.
Like anything else, good tools in the kitchen make all the difference.
Reprinted with permission from Cook's Illustrated magazine.
For a trial issue of Cooks call 800-526-8442. Selected articles and recipes, as well as subscription information, are available online at Cooks Illustrated.

You have heard of some or all of these brand names but wondered who they are, where they are, what thier products are made from and how, and what products they offer. We have provided a listing of Manufactures (Brand's) descriptions of thier fine companies, Material and Construction of thier products, Care and Handling recommendations, Features, and the Product Lines they offer.

You have heard of some or all of these brand names but wondered who they are, where they are, what thier products are made from and how, and what products they offer. We have provided a listing of Manufactures (Brand's) descriptions of thier fine companies, Material and Construction of thier products, Care and Handling recommendations, Features, and the Product Lines they offer.