Everyone seems to be joking that their dishwasher is running literally non-stop these days -- and for good reason! In that vein, I had my eye on a workhorse cooking pan that could keep up with my new cooking habit. The tide of good press Our Place had gotten -- from the likes of Good Morning America, The Today Show, Oprah’s Favorite Things, Goop’s Gift Guide and Vogue -- sold me on the Always Pan. I can honestly say the product lives up to the hype. It’s like a mad scientist did a focus group with millennial at-home chefs and birthed this creation from the heavens. I’ve used it for everything -- sautéing, frying, steaming, boiling and I swear it does it all flawlessly. My favorite feature is the steamer basket that sits slightly high for perfectly steamed dumplings or veggies but still deep enough if you want to boil and strain the right amount of pasta at the same time. As for cleanup -- scrubbing the crust off my other frying pans was the bane of my existence. The Always Pan's teflon free, non-stick ceramic coated surface makes cleaning dishes feel like a vacation!
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Blueland is an ingenious non-toxic and planet-friendly cleaning brand focused on reducing the amount of single-use plastics we dispose of for the sake of our Earth while being aesthetically pleasing and totally functional. Its kit helps clean up your kitchen (and the rest of your home), along with your carbon footprint. I was one of their first customers, and beyond the incredible mission of the company, I was impressed by the mesmerizing insta-friendly magic that happens when you put one of the dissolvable tabs into their shatterproof acrylic spray and BPA-free bottles; the price-point and convenience which by far beats running to the supermarket every time you need a new cleaner; and the fact that it cleaned just as well as any of my traditional household cleaners. According to the EPA, indoor air tends to be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, and--especially with two kids--the last thing I want is harsh and harmful cleaning products in the air and over every surface of my house. I’m also a big fan of Bluelan natural and non-toxic handsoap starter kit which has the perfect amount of foamy lather, fresh scent and feels super gentle on your hands while getting the job done. All of their packaging is recyclable or compostable, which means I’ll be buying their new launch of their dishwasher dish soap and tabs as well.
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We use this toaster at least once a day. I can’t say I’ve ever met a toaster that doesn’t toast, but how can you not look at this toaster and smile? Its retro design is so beautiful and elevates any kitchen for all of the bagels, toast, and waffles you’re bound to make. I bought the cream powder coated steel body with a polished chrome base. It features self-centering racks, an automatic slice pop up and a removable stainless steel crumb tray. More than anything, it’s just so gorgeous and chic and just having it makes me feel like I’m adulting and have it more together than I actually do.
