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Noah Kaufman

Product Reviews Editor

Noah Kaufman has been writing about food, cooking and eating it, since 2013. Before joining Epicurious he worked as an editor atFood & WineandConde Nast Traveler. At Epicurious he heads up the in depth product testing and the never ending search forthe very best kitchen equipment. His own testing often focuses oncoffeeandgrilling, but his kitchen is regularly overflowing with small appliances, knives and cookware. In 2021 Noah decamped for the New Jersey suburbs with his wife, young son, two dogs, and more recently, his daughter. Of those five, three are currently interested in eating what he cooks.

Weber’s Lumin Electric Grill Gives You Gas Grill Power in an Apartment-Friendly Package

It can reach incredibly high searing temperatures—fast.

An Exhaustive Guide to the Best Coffee Makers We've Ever Reviewed

Drip, French press, espresso, pour over, cold brew—you name it, we got it

What Kind of Espresso Maker Is Right for You?

Our guide to automatic, semiautomatic, and manual machines—and which one you should choose.

The Best Espresso Machine for Making Shots, Flat Whites, and Cappuccinos

It’s possible you will never have to go to a coffee shop again.

This Cooler Works Well When You Need It, Folds Away When You Don’t

The term “inflatable cooler” may sound like a cheap novelty, but this thing works.

The Best Coffee Grinders to Elevate Your Morning Cup to Barista Quality

We tested burr coffee grinders under $350 to find one that yielded the most consistent results, no matter your coffee preference.

Traeger’s Flatrock Griddle Might Get You to Quit Your Gas Grill

The maker of our favorite pellet grill has a new flattop griddle. So you can get the cooking space of your favorite diner or food truck—in your backyard.

For Easy Storage and Better Drinks, Get Ice Cube Trays With Lids

A lid means no spilling—and no notes of frozen lasagna in your cocktails.

Double-Serrated Bread Knives Are the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread

These knives have blades that resemble a shark’s mouth. And that means smoother, sharper cutting power.

This Game-Changing Single-Serve Coffee Machine Will Revolutionize Your Morning Cup

Is this techy centrifuge coffee maker right for you? We made a lot of coffee with it, so we’ve got answers.

This Grill Lets You Cook Asado-Style on a Tiny Patio

The Ñuke Malevo is small but mighty, and lets you cook in a few different ways.

The Best Serrated Knife for Slicing Bread and Tomatoes

A good bread knife can make or break your slicing game.

These Reusable Baby Food Storage Bags Make Breakfast Fun and Easy for My 4-Year Old

My kids have some opinions about how their food is served.

This Steam Oven Is Changing the Way I Bake

There’s a reason so many pros use them.

The Bruvi Is the Only Pod Coffee Maker I Will Recommend

It’s not pour-over, but it makes a solid cup of coffee at the push of a button with pods that actually decompose.

Is a $200 Pepper Grinder a Better Pepper Grinder?

You really do get more for your money.

The Best Pasta Makers: Tested & Reviewed

We tested popular manual pasta machines to find the best one for home cooks who want to make lasagna, fettuccine, ravioli, and more.

This Is the Only Liquid Measuring Cup You’ll Ever Need

You’re going to measure ingredients every day. You deserve a measuring cup that will make it easy for you.

In Praise of the Dough Hook, the Unsung Hero of KitchenAid Attachments

Pillowy bread dough and clean hands at the same time? It’s possible.