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Your dinners are about to get a loooot more thrilling with this pistachio pesto and these gorgeous Anthropologie glasses involved.

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Promising review: "I really love this silicone drying mat. The size is perfect for my kitchen counter, and the wavy design not only looks cute but also helps keep dishes elevated so water can drain and air can flow underneath. The material feels thick and high quality, not flimsy at all. The design is honestly one of my favorite things about it. The wavy pattern looks so adorable, and the ivory color is beautiful, soft, and elegant. It matches my kitchen perfectly and makes my countertop look more organized and cozy. It’s also very easy to clean, just rinse it or wipe it down, and it looks new again." —Nutella Z 

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in seven colors). 

Promising review: "I have owned this scrubber for a while now and waited to review to assess its durability. It hasn't disappointed. I frequently use cast iron to cook and take great care in keeping it clean and seasoned. This scrubber is great for getting up those stuck-on bits and pieces for high-temperature searing. With hot water, most of the time, it is all that I need to clean up the pan. On occasion, I'll add salt to the pan with a bit of hot water and scrub when more is needed to get it clean. I bought another for my son, who has commented on its effectiveness in cleaning up caked-on bits. It is a solid purchase for the price point as well." —Don Lomas

Promising review: "Garlic truffle salt is great! Just used once so far and found it enhanced my eggs with a small amount and didn’t become oversalty." —Beverly Clark

Promising review: "I really like this trash can deodorizer because it’s easy to install, and each of the two scents smells lovely. Remember, you get two different scents, which spares you from having to buy a second scent the moment the first one runs dry. Each scent smells deliciously sweet and nature-like (it doesn’t stir up our allergies). The scent is neither too weak nor too strong. Plus, on the practical side, the size is perfect, the adhesive lasts a long time, and the product delivers on its promises. It’s a great choice and an excellent value for the price!" —Lynne Texas

Get two holders with two refills from Amazon for $12.34. (And check out all the other scent refills you can get here!)

Promising review: "This was EXACTLY what we wanted to re-create the delicious Italian sandwiches made with mounds of paper-thin slices of mortadella, creamy burrata cheese, and pistachio pesto with arugula, fresh basil, and a cascade of chopped toasted pistachio nuts on warm artisan bread! The consistency of the pesto is thick, but it spreads beautifully. Silky but not overly oily. Well-flavored but not too salty. We've also used it on pasta and as a spread on crostini with a pinch of flaky Maldon salt. Excellent quality and taste! ♥︎" —Rosie

Promising review: "I absolutely love this Simple Modern thermos! It has a timeless look that goes with everything. As expected from Simple Modern, it keeps my drinks cold for hours and is made with excellent quality. The lid is leakproof, it's easy to carry, and it fits well in my cup holder. If you're looking for a functional thermos with a beautiful design, this one is definitely worth it!" —mo

Psst — this new style also comes in their Simple Modern tumbler with a handle! 

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in 21 styles). 

Promising review: "Cute water bottle! I love the color and pictures! Perfect size!" —Scarlett

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in three other styles). 

Promising review: "I was honestly super impressed with this. The key is to actually follow the quick-start instructions: pat your food dry, preheat the grill, and don’t overload it. I started with chicken, and it came out juicy with really nice browning on the outside, and it was incredibly fast and easy. Fish has also come out great. Cleanup is simple, too. It’s not going to replace an outdoor grill, but for something you can use right in the microwave, the results are pretty amazing. Once you understand how to use it, it’s one of those products you keep reaching for because it’s so convenient. Absolutely love my Rocket Chef!" —Chucolate

Promising review: "Absolutely love this spray, high heat smoke point, very easy and use. Worth buying. Always fresh. Perfect for cooking!! Will be buying again!" —Sarah Riley 

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Promising review: "I love how big and heavy this glass is! It feels so nice in your hand and is easy to grasp. It makes it fun to sip out of a cute glass; everyone in my family has their own unique design!" —Natasha

Get it from Anthropologie for $16 (available in 10 styles). 

Promising review: "This rice cooker is so cute and colorful, I've been keeping it out on the counter full time. It is well designed with easy-to-follow buttons. I like the included measuring cup for your dry ingredient and the removable internal cooking pot that has fill lines for liquid on the inside and outside of the pot with two measuring grids for white or brown rice. Instructions are provided for white rice, brown rice, oatmeal, etc. I appreciate that it has a setting for cooking different kinds of dry products, BUT I really like that it keeps the rice warm for an extended period without making it too dry. I've gone as far as 40 minutes on warm past the finish time. So far, my rice turns out perfect every time! The appliance and the inside pot are super easy to clean." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $139 (available in five colors).  

Promising review: "Super cute. I use these for my overnight oats, and they are the perfect size, leak-proof, and made of thick glass. I accidentally dropped one (on a thin carpet), and it was fine." —Zuni

Get a set of six from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in many other sizes and various sets). 

Promising review: "Amazing flavor for a pre-made aioli. Usually any aioli you buy pre-made is okay but missing the magic of something you make or have at a restaurant. These definitely do not suffer from that. I found the garlic parm one in a local grocery store and liked it so much I bought this three pack. I will definitely keep these stocked from now on. Great with french fries, especially cooked in beef tallow." —Dude McBroseph

Promising review: "These tiny vases with super strong magnets are adorable!! They even arrived with a bunch of miniature artificial flowers, which I hadn't expected. I love these! They look great and hold tight on the fridge!" —Only The Best

Get a set of eight from Amazon for $12.98 (available in four succulent styles, and also in sushi and ramen styles!). 

Promising review: "I love my milk frother. So much better than warming the milk for my coffee in the microwave every day. All the settings work. If you want foam, you will get foam. My favorite part is that it heats the milk well straight from a fridge." —Gi.riri

I'm not going to lie, the primary reason I love this water bottle is that it is simply the cutest darn thing my eyes have ever beheld. But I've also found it to be super handy! I take it back and forth in my giant bag full of work stuff, gym stuff, and daycare stuff for my son that I carry each day, so I can attest how leakproof it is — that thing has been rolling around in absolute chaos and never lost a drop of water. I use this at the gym and appreciate how quickly and easily the top opens, too. And the open "chug lid" design versus the draw design a lot of water bottles have is great if you are BIG THIRSTY like I usually am when I use this! 

Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in six colors and three sizes). 

Promising review: "I love using these for my daughter's lunch! They don't leak, and I like that they aren't plastic. I can put them in the dishwasher, but I find that they get cleaner if I just hand-wash them because they're so small." —Natasha 

Get a pack of 10 on Amazon for $10.98 (available in two styles). 

Promising review: "Very cute. The coaster is big enough for a large mug; It’s thick enough to protect a wooden surface from a hot cup. The stitches are even and neat, and the colors are as pictured." —Yeater Family

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 28 styles and in two-packs). 

Promising review: "These bowls are exactly what I was looking for. They’re well-made, the perfect size for snacks, dips, or desserts, and the ceramic feels sturdy. The colors are nice, and they clean up easily. Great value for a set of six!" —James Jordan

Promising review: "I have never used a vacuum sealer, but I decided to order this one to try it out, and I absolutely love it. I suggested to anybody, especially at this price point." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $20.97+ (available in two colors). 

Promising review: "Absolutely love this set! Retro feel! Airtight containers that we use in our RV help keep food fresh and ants out. Our previous containers somehow let ants in when sitting outside on the picnic table, but not these! Stack nicely, lids close tightly (make sure you push from the center to close properly), and there were several size options. These are not flimsy plastic containers either. They are sturdy, dishwasher safe! My fave thing is the glassware comes with lids also, so if you don't finish a drink, just pop a lid on it! 10 out of 10 recommend!!" —SCK35

Psst — this even features a little pocket for your phone or credit cards, so you can rely on it for more than just drinks on your pocket-less days! 

Promising review: "I carry a smoothie and a coffee to work every day. One day, I also tried to juggle bringing in a potluck item and ended up pouring my coffee all over the lobby at work while trying to go through a door. I realized then I needed a better solution. There's nothing super exciting about this; it just gets the job done and can be stored in a compact fashion when not needed. There's an adjustable interior band if you're carrying smaller items, but it's not really needed most of the time. It's pretty stable when held by the handle in the center, just be careful if one cup is empty and the other isn't. So far, it seems pretty durable, and it was affordably priced." —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "I have had this product for about a week and love it. Water tastes fine and is saving me money by not having to buy bottled water at the supermarket. So in time this unit will pay for itself." —Texas dude

Promising review: "This tea was a nice splurge. It's worth treating yourself to it at least once. I had never tried it, and I love Earl Grey, and oh my goodness.. It's SO good! The whiskey/vanilla flavor is very much a bourbon cask flavor, but doesn't overpower the tea. Earl Grey is still very front and center. It's so well crafted. The tea was well sealed and fresh. Highly recommend." —Melissa G

Promising review: "It smells so good, it makes washing your hands something you want to do again and again. I wish they had soap that smelled like this when I was growing up, lol. It smells good enough to eat!" —Tonya Pinkston  

Get it from Bath & Body Works for $7.95. 

Promising review: "We’ve been using this every day for a week. It is easy to use and cooks food up nicely. Love the glass so you can see what’s being cooked. If you open the drawer during cook time to check on or turn something, it stops briefly, then when you push it back in, it will restart where it left off. The control buttons are self-explanatory. So far so good. We upgraded from our old Ninja model and really appreciate having more capacity to cook more food and to be able to cook two things at once. There’s a setting where you can have them ready at the same time, which is another nice feature. The glass is easier to clean as well. It was well worth the upgrade for us. We can make foods with no oil or butter that will still be moist and juicy." —Darling Dumpling

Get it from Amazon for $379.99 (available in three colors).

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Promising review: "We use this both as dish soap and as hand soap at our sink, and the Rain Water scent is our family’s favorite. The fragrance is clean, fresh, and light — not overpowering as some soaps can be. It cuts through grease well on dishes but is still gentle enough that it doesn’t dry out our hands, even with frequent use. That’s important in our house since we’re constantly washing hands and dishes throughout the day." —sunshine

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $14.35. 

Check out the original Prepara Salad Pod if you're looking for something bigger! 

Get it from Amazon for $15 (available in two colors). 

Promising review: "We are obsessed with our butter boot! Our grown kids are all getting one for Christmas — going to wrap in a red bandana and tie with twine to keep the theme alive! Get one- your corn on the cob will thank you!" —suzhasbighair

Promising review: "This is my first time using silicone bakeware. These are cute and work well. They keep their shape because of the reinforced rim, and bread pops right out of them. The first time I used them, the bottoms of the loaves got a little darker than I would have liked, so now I put them on an insulated baking pan in the oven, and they come out perfect." —MrsFixIt 

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