Danielle DeSiato

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“Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it, without knowing what’s going to happen next. Delicious ambiguity.” – Gilda Radner


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Leave the tank behind! This full-sized electric grill rivals the beloved gas grill

The Current Model G Dual Zone Grill is a fully electric grill that plugs into a standard 110V outlet. The independent cooking zones are digitally controlled, and there’s an LCD display for each zone. While the grill heats, the display alternates between the desired temperature and the current temperature as it climbs.

The system also connects to an app that can be used to control the temperature zones, keep track of preheating, and...
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This robotic pool cleaner will do the dirty work for you this summer

The Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus Wi-Fi is a pool-cleaning robot for in-ground swimming pools. It has dual scrubbing brushes and an independent suction system to remove pool floor and wall debris.

The accompanying My Dolphin app allows you to start the 2-hour cleaning cycle remotely (if the robot is in the pool) and create a weekly cleaning schedule with notifications.

The Nautilus has a 60-foot power cord that won’t tangle as it cleans up to a 50-foot pool. Its smart navigation system guides its...
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If you're serious about coffee, you need a Moccamaster

To affirm its quality from the start, the Moccamaster drip coffee maker is handmade in the Netherlands by Dutch coffee aficionados. It has a simple, mid-century modern design with an exposed water reservoir, and comes in function ga4_link108() { window.dataLayer.push(JSON.parse('{"event":"default_event"}')) }more than 20 colors.

Unlike other coffee brewers, the Moccamaster is built with a unique copper boiling element, and brews coffee at an optimal temperature range between 196°F and 205°F....
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Is Good Chop meat delivery service as good as the competition?

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission.Grocery delivery services may not be as popular as they were during the pandemic, but some things are still easier, more convenient, and better quality when delivered. Meat can be one of those things.

function ga4_link96() { window.dataLayer.push(JSON.parse('{"event":"click_inarticle"}')) }Meat delivery services range significantly in price, quality, and convenience. That’s why Good Chop...
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Yes, Fancy Sprinkles are fancy—here's why

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission.Is there anything more universally celebratory than function ga4_link95() { window.dataLayer.push(JSON.parse('{"event":"default_event"}')) }sprinkles? Whatever you're celebrating—a holiday, birthday, or function ga4_link96() { window.dataLayer.push(JSON.parse('{"event":"default_event"}')) }baby shower—crowning your dessert with colorful sprinkles makes it extra special.

From cookies to i...
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This electric gooseneck kettle has beauty and brains—here's why we love it

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission.This is the best looking electric gooseneck kettle we’ve tried, but looks aren’t all it has going for it.

With a gooseneck spout for function ga4_link96() { window.dataLayer.push(JSON.parse('{"event":"click_inarticle"}')) }optimal pour-over flow rate, a color LCD display, and push-dial control for selecting temperature, hold time, and a host of other customizable features, this sleek ket...
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This new GE Profile stand mixer is here to challenge a longtime favorite

If you’re a baker, you know the benefits of using a stand mixer for everything from baked goods to whipped cream. GE Appliances has redesigned the stand mixer with modern features like a smooth-operating dial to adjust mixer speed, a one-handed click-in method for securing and releasing attachments, and auto-sense technology that monitors changes in viscosity to turn off the mixer when your meringue is perfectly whipped.

The integrated scale allows you to weigh ingredients directly in the mixe...
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Use this smoothie hack to save time and money

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission.When January dawns and we’re faced with the task of activating all those function ga4_link96() { window.dataLayer.push(JSON.parse('{"event":"click_inarticle"}')) }healthy habits we promised ourselves throughout the busy holiday season, it’s easy to get sidetracked if a lot of extra work is involved.

A smoothie that’s full of nutrient-rich fruits and veggies, plus protein powder and satia...
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Tovala delivers two smart ovens and delicious meals—here’s why we love it

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission.With the stressful hustle and bustle of everyday life, wouldn't it be nice to press a button at the end of the day and have a fresh, tasty meal ready to eat?

That's what Tovala aims to provide, with its smart ovens and meal kit delivery service combination.

After seeing this trendy brand advertised...
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We cooked this game day dip three ways. Which is best?

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission.function ga4_link95() { window.dataLayer.push(JSON.parse('{"event":"click_inarticle"}')) }Super Bowl Sunday is right around the corner, so of course we're thinking about game day food! This classic 4-ingredient recipe brings big buffalo flavor and crowd-pleasing dip-ability to parties everywhere.

Buffalo chicken dip is already a pretty easy recipe to add to your game day food menu, but c...
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