Anna Held

Feb 27, 2024 | therumpus.net | Anna Held

A few images that have stuck with me from Leslie Jamison are things, both real and imaginary, literally getting under peoples’ skin: the fibers from her Morgellons essay in The Empathy Exams, the worm in her ankle in The Recovering. It seems fitting to me that Splinters (Little Brown, 2024), her newest memoir, stays true to the theme.

Sep 11, 2023 | wrctr.co | Anna Held

Knife protection and maintenanceOur pickThis handsome knife strip is made of strong magnets encased in wood. It keeps knives in place while being gentle on their blades. If you want to store your knives in a drawer, protect their edges (and your fingers) with knife guards. This fine-grained ceramic hone keeps the edges of knives in shape between full resharpenings. Investing up front in caring for your knives will help them last for decades—and keep you safe.

Sep 9, 2023 | wrctr.co | Anna Held

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›Deal alert! Nordic Ware Naturals Baker’s Eighth Sheet, now $6 (50% off). See details below. KitchenBakingWhen you’re buying something new, it can feel like you have to make a trade-off between cost and longevity. Sure, items that will last a lifetime are often investment pieces—a $130 , for example, or a $400 .

Jul 27, 2023 | wrctr.co | Anna Held |Sarah Zorn |Michael Sullivan

Our pickCuisinart CPK-17 PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle The best all-purpose electric kettleThis 1.7-liter kettle heats water quickly and accurately to the various temperatures needed to get optimum flavor from teas and coffee. The Cuisinart CPK-17 PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle has been our top pick since 2013, thanks to its ease of use, speed, and accuracy.

Apr 12, 2023 | nytimes.com | Anna Held

5 Cheap(ish) Kitchen WorkhorsesAnna Shults HeldReporting for WirecutterWhen you’re buying for your kitchen, long-lasting pieces can be expensive. Smaller investments can go a long way, too. Here are five workhorse items that cost less than $100 and will serve you for the long haul →Connie ParkSharpening your knives regularly is obviously important, but it’s also necessary to store them properly. Never throw them in a drawer unprotected.