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Our Favorite Kitchen Gadgets

Shopping for a spoiled chef might be an arduous task. We have collected a few of our favorite highly useful (and sometimes unique) gadgets to help make gift-buying just a little easier.

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Metrokane L-Press Juicer

This industrial-style juicer knows how to get the job done. A twenty-five ounce pouring pitcher won’t take long to fill with fresh juices thanks to the rack-and-pinion gear system that can apply up to 1,000 pounds of pressure.

Price: $100

Shop: Amazon.com

Prepara Herb-Savor

Kick the dried stuff to the curb and say au revoir wilted herbs. The Prepara Herb-Savor will keep even the most delicate greens fresh and flavorful for up to three weeks.

Price: $30

Shop: Prepara

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Cuisipro Citrus Juicer

A cumbersome juicer can be the difference between juice in the bowl or juice on the floor. The Cuisipro Citrus Juicer helps avoid the latter. An ergonomic design and conveniently placed grip base will make citrus extraction both quick and easy.

Price: $18

For Retailers: Cuisipro

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Flash Chill Lemonade Maker

Carafe has squeezer attachment. Work the lemons, add simple syrup and water, then change out the lid and serve.

Price: $30

Shop: Takeya

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Joseph Joseph Pie

Dinner's ready! Beautifully simple timer design from gadget gurus Joseph Joseph.

Price: $14

Shop: Joseph Joseph

Eye-Fi Card

Eye-Fi’s wireless memory card—the first of its kind—will bring photo sharing back to life. Photos “fly” to your specified networks automatically once your camera is on and within range, making tedious uploading a thing of the past. This year, have photos (or proof, for those who aren’t present) of your perfect Thanksgiving turkey uploaded instantly. Say cheese!

Price: $150

Shop: Eye-Fi

Chef'n FreshForce Citrus Juicer

A strainer within this must-have kitchen tool ensures more juice and no pulp with every squeeze. Whether for a professional chef or professional delivery dialer, this will be a cooking gadget everyone can handle.

Price: $20

Shop: Chef’s Resource

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Zoku Quick Pop Maker

Popsicles are a kid-favorite, but the patience it takes for them to freeze properly can prove to be the nemesis of kids and grown-ups alike. Luckily, Zoku has done away with almost all of the wait-time making this the perfect gift for even the most impatient ones on your list. Have a frozen treat in hand in as little as seven minutes—we pinky promise.

Price: $50

Shop: Williams-Sonoma

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Animi Causa Tea Sub

Twenty thousand leagues under... tea? Animi Causa’s Tea Sub is certainly a unique concept. Gift this for the tea-lover in your life, or an aspiring undersea explorer.

Price: $ 17

Shop: Animi Causa Boutique

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Lechuza Windowsill Planter

A planter that waters itself—genius! It is ideal for your favorite amateur gardener. Just be sure to call their bluff the next time they claim to be without a green thumb.

Price: $35

Shop: Lechuza

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Tovolo Double-Ended Citrus Reamer

Lemons and limes have met their match. Don’t let its size fool you—this double-ended device is going to get the last drop out of even the most defiant piece of citrus.

Price: $15

Shop: Amazon.com