The Kapo K2 Pro from Ikape is small enough to fit in a backpack or daybag, but powerful enough to brew multiple double espressos anywhere. It has an internal battery, everything you need to brew -- minus the coffee grounds -- and even has Bluetooth with app controls. If you love coffee -- and a..
Bartesian pro cocktail maker mixes craft cocktails with a button press
The Bartesian Pro Cocktail Maker is a smart mixer that allows you to make bar-quality craft cocktails at the press of a button with pre-made capsules and your choice of liquor — any spirit brand you want. You might have seen I recently covered Meliora Forever's thoughtful mixers. They allow you to make artisan cocktails at..
Meliora Forever instant cocktail cubes are an easy way to make mixed drinks over the holidays
Meliora Forever offers tasty single-use cocktail cubes for making artisan-quality mixed drinks, cold or hot, your choice. You drop in a cube add your liquor of choice and enjoy. Perfect for the holidays and entertaining guests. The best cocktails and mixed drinks tend to take a lot of work to prepare. You add the flavors..
Kenyon City Grill is a hassle-free electric grill for open-flame prohibited areas
The Kenyon City Grill, as the name implies, is an electric grill for small living spaces, like small kitchens, apartments, or areas where open flame is prohibited. I love my four-burner Blackstone, but that thing is an absolute beast. I'm fortunate that I live in a home with a patio and enough space to use..
OKAPA is the Ferrari of water bottles
OKAPA bottles are made with medical-grade, super-durable materials and despite that they are also 100% recyclable. Altogether, the brand is in a design class of its own, equal to some of the best modern engineering out there. Water bottles are pretty popular these days, and for good reason. Who doesn't want to stay hydrated? But..
Thermacup keeps your coffee, tea or beverages warm all day
Thermacup is a unique mug that keeps your coffee, tea, water, or other beverages warm thanks to a built-in heating function and battery. I like my coffee piping hot. But there's one problem. I have some serious ADHD, and when I get hyper-focused and get busy, I forget it's even there. That means, by the..
Kara Pod turns air into mineral-enriched water for Nespresso coffee
Kara Pod is the world's first self-refilling coffee machine. It pulls moisture from the surrounding air and turns it into fresh, mineral-rich drinking water. How insane is that? It can produce up to 3.2 liters of water per day and also brews coffee using Nespresso coffee pods and the like. The average person spends $1,000..
1 Pint Wonder is a compact ice cream maker for tiny, tasty treats
What a name, right? The Cuisinart 1 Pint Wonder makes a delicious pint of homemade ice cream in under a half hour — after you refrigerate the ingredients long enough. If you like frozen, tasty treats, you might want to see this piece of fine gadgetry. Okay, so maybe one pint isn't that tiny, it's..
The Drinkmate Spritzer is a portable fizz machine you can use anywhere
Carbonation machines have grown fairly popular, and it makes sense why — soda can be expensive. The Drinkmate Spritzer is a portable fizz machine — portable meaning handheld — that doesn't require any electricity. You can use it anywhere to carbonate virtually anything. It works with replaceable CO2 cylinders, and that's really all you need...
Qalzy is an AI-powered kitchen scale with eyes
I realize that title sounds confusing, but Qalzy is a smart, learning scale that uses AI to track your progress, provide insights and identify food visually without barcodes. It achieves this with an OpenAI powered camera and a thoughtful design. Counting calories is a pain in the ass. It's also tedious and inaccurate. That's why..
MiiR Standard Hand Grinder is a low-tech manual coffee grinder for everywhere
Miir's Standard Hand Grinder is a manual coffee grinder that's portable and reliable, ideal for use anywhere, including the campsite. A 45 gram hopper offers plenty of space to hold coffee beans, and grind multiple cups at a time. Durable stainless steel burrs with smooth ball bearings make the grinding effortless. I've said it before..
The beautiful Gevi espresso machine is half the cost of comparable options
This pro-grade espresso machine is ready to make you delicious, hot brews at a fraction of the cost of the big names. It also features a sleek yet compact design and will fit in any kitchen, office, or auxiliary space. As much as I love tech, I'll be the first to admit that sometimes it's..
Breville’s new compact smart oven is also an air fryer
Dubbed the Smart Oven Air Fryer Compact — wow, what a mouthful — this multi-function and space-saving cooker combines a traditional oven and an air fryer and throws in some smart features. Roast a whole 4.5 pound chicken, air fry up to a pound of french fries, or cook an entire 11-inch pizza plus garlic..
Brisk It Zelos-450: A smart grill powered by AI and automation
This smart grill kicks things up a notch by introducing WiFi connectivity, with smart app controls, plus you get access to Brisk It's Vera generative AI. The AI supports automation, helps with recipes, grilling questions, and more. The best part? It's not any more expensive than comparable grills. AI is showing up in everything these..
MÄNNKITCHEN Pepper Cannon: Blast your pepper with fewer cranks, no cap
The MÄNNKITCHEN Pepper Cannon is a heavy-duty, exquisite pepper mill for seasoning your cooks, meats and everything in between. It's effective, reliable and supports one-handed peppering. Oh, yes. I have to be honest. A pepper grinder was not on my list of the top gadgets I'd be covering this year. But when it comes to seasoning..
MEATER Pro Duo: Meet your next, smart, cutting-edge meat thermometer
Two smart temperature probes. Built-in WiFi for ultimate convenience. 100% waterproof design with fast-charging support. The MEATER Pro Duo smart meat thermometer has it all. Ask Gordon Ramsay and he'd probably tell you cooking is a "fine art" or some shit like that. But when it comes to smoking and grilling, it's all about the..
Ninja Swirl by CREAMi: A multi-functional soft serve and frozen treat maker
Ice cream. If you love it then you need to see this personal ice cream maker from Ninja. Called the Swirl, it makes soft-serve ice cream and a plethora of frozen treats like sorbet, milkshakes, and frozen yogurt. Bring the ice cream shop into your home and your kitchen counter. Let's not beat around the..
ThermoMaven F1 Stealth: A meat thermometer for pro-grade cooks
Imagine this. An instant-read, digital thermometer with incredible precision and accuracy to help you get the most out of your cooks — whether you're prepping a meal for a crew or just two. The ThermoMaven F1 Stealth meat thermometer is there for you. How do you poke your meat? If you don't already, you should..
Shelfy: A smart refrigerator device that reduces food waste and extends freshness
Shelfy is a smart refrigerator device that not only helps eliminate bacteria via a built-in purifier but also enhances your use of the modern appliance through smart notifications. For example, it will tell you when the fridge door is open or has been left open. Let me ask you a couple of questions. Would you..
GreenLife 3-in-1 Breakfast Station: Make three things at once with this neat kitchen gadget
The GreenLife Breakfast Station is a small cooking unit that can make eggs, toast, meats, and veggies, cooking up to three things simultaneously. It's also super compact. With a total of three separate compartments, including two top griddles and a bread drawer, you can cook everything for breakfast and more. The best part is this..