Our Favorite Summer Kitchen Wares

Check out the latest kitchen gadgets that we’re loving, from the ultimate juicer to a sustainable way to keep fresh produce … fresh. 

Healthier Juice…and More

“Juicer” is a very humble moniker for the Hurom Celery & Greens Slow Juicer. Yes, it produces delicious juice from just about any fruit or vegetable—although it’s specially designed to handle celery, wheatgrass, leafy greens, and root veggies like beets and ginger—but it can also grind coffee beans or nuts, mince herbs and garlic, and even make noodles. The machine is BPA-free and easy to assemble and clean. Plus, it’s classy looking, with matte black, silver and champagne color options. $499, hurom.com

Open Any Jar

Pick a jar, any jar—or bottle, for that matter—and the Kuhn Rikon 5-in-1 Jar Opener can help you get the top off with ease. It’s simple to adjust for various size lids, and it even has a function to assist with pull tabs on cans. To clean, wipe with a damp cloth. $25, kuhnrikon.com

Beautiful Boards

Hailing from Australia, Fab Slabs boards are made from sustainable Camphor Laurel trees, a type of timber that is naturally antibacterial. Each board is made from a single slab of kiln-dried wood and is individually cut, for a unique design every time. Available in a variety of sizes and shapes to fit any decor and use. $24.99-$74.99, depending on board size; fabslabsusa.com

Keep Food Fresh

Reduce both plastic and food waste with Food Huggers, silicone food-savers designed to tightly seal cut fruits and vegetables or the tops of open cans or jars. They come in a variety of sizes to accommodate a range of produce, from tomatoes and onions to lemons and apples. There are even avocado-specific varieties. Plus, they’re BPA- and phthalate-free and dishwasher- and freezer-safe. $12.95 for a set of five, foodhuggers.com

Versatile Mat

Simple in design but complex in its usability, the Kuhn Rikon Magic Mat can serve as a cutting board, a bowl, a colander or a funnel. It snaps easily into the various configurations, making it especially ideal for camping and travel or for people with small kitchens or a minimalist aesthetic. The flexible material is knife-friendly and dishwasher-safe. $20, kuhnrikon.com