ROB MCCARTHY

Sherry has experienced a remarkable renaissance in recent years. This fortified wine from Spain’s Jerez region deserves glassware that honors its complex heritage. After testing dozens of options over three months, our team identified what truly matters in a sherry glass. The right vessel concentrates delicate aromas, directs wine to the optimal palate zone, and … Read more

If you own a stand mixer, you already know how versatile these appliances are for baking and cooking. But your mixer can do far more than just mix batter. The right stand mixer attachments transform your machine into a multi-purpose kitchen powerhouse that handles everything from grinding fresh meat to making homemade pasta. Our team … Read more

There’s something timeless about a Chesterfield sofa. With its deep button tufting, rolled arms, and luxurious appearance, it instantly adds elegance and character to any living space. Whether you prefer classic leather designs or modern velvet finishes, finding the perfect option can completely transform the look and comfort of your home. In this guide to … Read more

I spent three months testing 15 different craft beer glasses with our editorial team, pouring everything from hazy IPAs to barrel-aged stouts. The difference a proper glass makes is immediate. The right tulip glass captures aromatics that a shaker pint simply lets escape. The best craft beer glasses channel hop oils, preserve carbonation, and turn … Read more

When I first started building my home bar, I made the classic beginner mistake. I bought a shiny Boston shaker set and thought I was set for every cocktail. Then I tried making a proper Martini and realized something important: some drinks need to be stirred, not shaken. That is where the best cocktail mixing … Read more

I used to think any glass would work for stirring a martini. That changed after my third chipped pint glass and one very embarrassing spill at a dinner party. A Yarai mixing glass (pronounced yuh-RYE) is a Japanese-style cocktail vessel featuring a distinctive diamond-cut pattern on the exterior. These glasses are specifically designed for stirred … Read more

Finding the right stand for a 65-inch TV is more involved than most people expect. The screen measures roughly 57 inches wide by 32 inches tall, so you need a base that can handle that footprint without wobbling or looking awkward. I spent weeks testing different options to figure out which ones actually hold up … Read more

There is nothing quite like pulling a loaf of sourdough from the oven and seeing a perfectly scored ear crackling along the top. That beautiful split does not happen by accident. It comes from using the right bread lame to score your dough before baking. I have spent the past several months testing over a … Read more

After baking hundreds of sourdough loaves in my home kitchen, I can tell you one thing with absolute certainty: the vessel you bake in matters more than almost any other variable. I spent three months testing 13 different bread cloches to find out which ones actually deliver that bakery-quality crispy crust and open crumb we … Read more

If you have a KitchenAid stand mixer sitting on your countertop, you already have the foundation for professional-grade meat grinding at home. Meat grinder attachments transform your mixer into a versatile tool that handles everything from burger patties to homemade sausages. After testing and researching the most popular options, we put together this guide to … Read more