Smarter, Faster, Easier
In 2026, home cooking certainly won’t be about doing more - it’s about doing things smarter, faster and with less friction. The tools we’ll rely on most aren’t flashy gadgets; they’re the quiet workhorses that make everyday cooking feel easier and more enjoyable.
Right now, many of these essentials are already appearing at early Boxing Day sale prices, making this a smart moment to upgrade tools you’ll use week after week - not just once or twice a year.
We’ve taken the time to provide you with a considered, curated selection of products we genuinely recommend. While purchases made through links may earn us a small commission, at no extra cost to you, these featured products are not sponsored or paid advertisements.
Time to Tool Up!
1. A genuinely good set of PFAS-free, non-stick pans
Not the kind you replace every year - a set that actually lasts. A high-quality PFAS-free non-stick pan set covers everyday cooking needs, from quick eggs and fish to stir-fries and weeknight dinners, with less oil and easier cleanup.
What does PFAS-free mean? In simple terms, it means the non-stick coating is made without added 'forever chemicals', which many home cooks prefer to avoid in everyday cookware.
What does PFAS-free mean? In simple terms, it means the non-stick coating is made without added 'forever chemicals', which many home cooks prefer to avoid in everyday cookware.
2. An air fryer you actually use
The air fryer has earned its place in Australian kitchens. It’s fast, reliable and ideal for summer cooking when turning the oven on feels unnecessary.
3. A sharp, reliable chef’s knife
One excellent knife will always outperform a drawer full of blunt ones. A good chef’s knife improves prep speed, safety and enjoyment.
4. Stackable food storage that matches your life
Good storage makes leftovers usable, lunches easier and fridge chaos far less likely.
5. Organisers that bring instant happiness
Well-designed organisers keep utensils, tools and food easy to find and easier to put away. Well, we can’t get enough of a good organised kitchen
6. A veggie chopper that makes prep effortless
A veggie chopper speeds up salads in summer and becomes a winter lifesaver for soups and slow-cooked meals.
7. A versatile blender
Designed to effortlessly transform hot or cold ingredients into smooth blends. One with a personal blending jar means one appliance can do more.
8. A large round casserole oven pan with lid
A generous lidded casserole pan handles slow cooks, pasta bakes and one-pot meals with ease.
