The best cooking gifts for 2024

Ever since my friend bought me a set of Anyday Day cookware for my birthday two years ago, I’ve cooked more in the microwave than on the stove and my gas supplier has called to see if my meter is broken. (I had to tell them that I wasn’t actually cooking on the stove at all and the meter wasn’t reading anything accurately.) I’ve written about Anyday Bowls before, but it’s worth reminding you that despite the metal on their lids, these things. 100 percent microwave-safe.

Their design allows you to steam or bake things, and now that I’ve had them for two years, I’ve found more reasons to love them. Between these dishes, which I call for eggs and vegetables, and my air stove, the number of times I use my gas stove has dwindled to almost nothing. I also appreciate how well the Anyday Bowls stack and seal, making great leftover containers. They make great gifts for people who are too lazy to cook from scratch, or who want to reheat their food but don’t want to get a dedicated device. – Cherlynn Low, Deputy Editor