I have $100 to spend on kitchen upgrades during Memorial Day sales — here's what I'll buy

What do you do when you have $100 to spend? Of course you go shopping. This Memorial Day, I'm taking advantage of sales to upgrade my kitchen for summer. Thankfully, Amazon is full of kitchen tools and gadgets, from food storage containers to keep leftovers fresh to a cast iron skillet I'll be using from now on. Scroll to shop the seven kitchen gadgets to add to your Amazon cart this weekend.

What to buy for Memorial Day weekend

Cuisinart 12 piece knife set

Cuisinart's non stick Ceramic coated sets are a great way to upgrade your old knives. Helpful for color-coding during food preparation, as you can easily slice meat and vegetables and avoid cross-contamination of different colors. Always use a compatible blade guard to keep your fingers safe. The set includes everything you need: chef, slicing, gizzard, santoku, utility knife, and paring knife. And right now they're on sale, with each knife costing about $3.50 each.

Lodge 10.25 inch cast iron skillet

One thing my kitchen is missing is a quality cast iron skillet. You've been dreaming of making Smoky Skillet Grilled Chicken and Strawberry and Rhubarb Cornmeal Cake for your next dinner party, and thanks to this beauty from the Lodge, you can now make it happen. This frying pan comes pre-seasoned with vegetable oil and is easy to peel and use. The 10.25-inch cast iron heats slowly but retains heat longer, making it easy to pan-fry, bake, braise, and roast. Since it's made by Lodge, I think it will last for many years to come.

Orieta Oil Dispenser and Vinegar Creet Pourer

There's nothing more frustrating than dripping from your olive oil dispenser when adding the final drizzle to your Caprese salad. Thanks to Orieta, I no longer have to worry about spills. The glass spout, made from borosilicate glass, has been tested for optimal pouring and ensures precise pouring. Effectively blocks air and keeps your favorite olive oil fresher for longer. Plus, it looks great on your kitchen counter.

Homexcel Swedish dish towels 10 pack

Cleaning is not difficult if you have the right tools. Homexcel dish cloths are made from wood pulp fibers that catch spills and splashes on any surface. This reusable cleaning cloth is a versatile tool that can be used on everything from kitchen counters to cookware. Cleaning these reusable dish towels is easy and hassle-free. Simply rinse under running water or toss in the washing machine. Each package contains 10 dish towels, and we have heard from customers that they are using less paper towels.

Kemethy 36 Pieces Food Storage Containers

While takeout containers may be useful for preserving food, they are not the best long-term solution. According to reviewers, Chemesy food storage containers are a great way to store leftovers. “The quality and sturdiness of this set is amazing! Even better, they're all sealed and stacked inside of each other so your cabinets won't get cluttered.” With silicone seals and reinforced lid latches. This set of 18 containers prevents food and odors from escaping. Container is microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe (be sure to remove lid before placing in microwave or dishwasher). I also like that they can be stacked to save space in the kitchen.

Black+Decker 1.5 Cup Electric Food Chopper

If you don't like cutting vegetables, use an electric chopper to prepare them. With one touch, this food chopper's stainless steel blade does all the chopping and mincing. Mix 1.5 cups of ingredients in a chopper for the best hummus or guacamole recipe. Plus, all parts are removable, so you can put it in the dishwasher for easy cleaning.