It’s Almost Prime Day… Again: Here’s What to Buy Now
Hey sure, why not? With all the other dystopian madness going on in the world, it only stands that a mere three months after Amazon’s last deal bonanza, we would find ourselves at the precipice of yet another Prime Day event, happening October 8 and 9.
But of course this is Amazon, and their deal-making cannot be bound in by the primitive rules of space and time — and so those October Prime Day deals have already begun to roll out.
Do we need this? Do we even want it? Hush now, these are not matters for your concern. And besides, we dug through the early sales to find a handful of discounts that are so good they’ll help you forget that you just blew a few hundred on a new air fryer in July. Here, then, are a few of the best early Amazon Prime Day deals on cookware, kitchen gear, and general food fodder — get ‘em while they last. (Or y’know, until the next one.)
Breville Duo Espresso Machine
There are two types of people in the coffee drinking world — those who want to make their own espresso drinks at home, and those that cannot afford to. No one can deny the power of a latte acquired without putting on shoes, but generally, a quality machine will set you back half-a-thousand bucks or more — often much more. This small model is a well-reviewed, entry-level option from the known quantity that is Breville and it’s currently 40-percent off, making it one of the only times we’ve ever seen a top-rated espresso machine for less than $300.
Commercial-grade cotton candy machine
Does anyone need a commercial-grade cotton candy machine? Possibly! If you’re a clown, per se, or run a small petting zoo. But who doesn’t sorta want one of their own, spinning candy floss at the neighborhood block party, or just your own movie night. Be the hero, buy the cotton candy machine. Besides, it’s 26-percent off.
Conical burr coffee grinder with scale
All the coffee experts agree: A burr grinder is the only way to crush those beans. And you’re going to need a stiff cup to get you through the looming holidays. Oxo is ol’ faithful when it comes to kitchen gear, and their conical burr grinder comes complete with a scale for super precise brewing. This is a whopping 40-percent off for Prime Day take two, so now’s the time.
Silicone Oven Mitt
An oven mit is an oven mitt is an oven mitt — except that yours is probably crusty and old and is perhaps lacking in grip and heat protection. This set from the always-reliable KitchenAid is made from ribbed silicone that’s incredibly durable and heat resistant, and can be just rinsed off in the sink when they get lasagna sauce on them. And they will get lasagna sauce on them. At more than 50-percent off, what’s not to like?
Ceramic storage canisters
It’s baking season again, and these cute, gingham-ish countertop storage containers with wooden lids are giving Mom’s apple pie. At 45-percent off, it’s an easy seasonal swap for your autumnal kitchenscaping.
Nespresso Vertuo Pop system
If you are a Nespresso person — and that isn’t necessarily everyone — this 35-percent off deal is pretty amazing for the full Vertuo POP system complete with milk frother. My sister has this as her daily machine, and whenever I visit I do marvel at the ability getting a pretty great latte without having to know anything about espresso grinds and tampers or foam wands.
Glass microwave popcorn maker
Yes, I know TV seasons aren’t what they used to be, but there’s something about it getting dark earlier that has me settling into my couch in the evenings to stare at yet another screen. This of course requires popcorn, and this microwave popper is glass, not plastic, for those worried about those sorts of things (which is all of this at this point, right?). It comes in a slew of very cute colors and is currently rocking a 30-percent discount.
Cosori 6-quart air fryer
This is the tried-and-true air fryer of our special project director, Lesley Suter. She says she’s used it almost daily for going on three years and swears that this sucker can cook a whole chicken better than any rotisserie situation you’re getting at the grocery store. It’s reliable, heats up quickly, has a big capacity, and — if this means anything — has fed a family of four without busting. Get it now, 25-percent off.
Whether or not you’re the one cooking the turkey this year, everyone needs a probe meat thermometer. This one is a solid foldable option with a light up display that’ll come in clutch during outdoor grill season that’s a whopping 40-percent off.
Plastic cutting board set
I know, I know, I’m supposed to be using wooden cutting boards to protect all my fancy knives and generally avoid plastics in my food but I also cut raw chicken, and I also love to not wash things by hand. This set of plastic cutting boards have everything I think makes for a decent one: no-slip feet, a deep groove for juices, and machine-washability. They also happen to be 45 percent off.