Sometimes, gear becomes popular because it is featured in a movie or TV show (e.g. bear Every now and then, something goes viral on social media and piques the interest of many people. It's always fun to browse the websites of your favorite cooking appliances and see what people are interested in at the moment. For example, I was pleasantly surprised to see that Drew Barrymore's infrared air fryer and toaster oven are very popular at Walmart right now. (I don't recall seeing them at Walmart.) bear(That's for sure.) In the case of Le Creuset Mini Round Cocottes, it's fun to imagine home cooks across the nation simultaneously deciding that serving individually portioned molten chocolate cake for dessert is totally “in”!
This summer, we've been keeping our ears to the ground in digital trends to round up some of the most interesting (or, in some cases, ever-popular) cookware, dining products, appliances, and more.
Igloo x Parks Project Playmates Cooler
After seeing the Igloo cooler, I was already sold on buying one. But what about the Igloo x Parks Project collaboration that features art from various national parks? With a vibrant retro green colorway, this 16-quart cooler is ready to pack up some beer and head out to Yellowstone.
Beautiful by Pur 12-Cup Water Purifier Pitcher
It's great to have great tasting, contaminant-free water to drink, when possible, so we're happy to see that people seem to love this Pur 12-Cup Filtration Pitcher, which features quick filtration, a lockable lid, and a pretty long filter life (lasting up to two months).
Le Creuset Mini Round Cocotte
Le Creuset aficionados are very particular people, so it's notable that the Mini Round Cocotte has made it to the top of the French brand's bestseller page: the size is perfect for dips, nuts, personal desserts, or anything else you want to pack into this vibrant, fun little piece of enameled stoneware.
Ninja Thirsti Drink System (with CO2 canister)
Few things are more refreshing in the summer than a delicious carbonated drink, and this on-trend beverage system from Ninja lets you customize your own flavor combinations and provides you with a recyclable, reusable CO2 canister.
Blackstone 4 Burner Propane Griddle
This summer, we've seen Blackstone everywhere from social media to people's own backyards. Blackstone is really popular right now (sorry for the pun). This 4-burner griddle has great heat distribution, a wind shield, and even a hard cover.
Stanley 40oz Flowstate Quencher Tumbler
You probably know why the Stanley Cup became so popular last year (if you don't, just watch this viral video and imagine the rest!) Whether you need to replace your old water bottle or just want to know what's making it a hot topic, this 40-ounce Quencher has key features like double-wall vacuum insulation, BPA-free stainless steel, and a reusable straw.
Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine
This Breville Barista Touch espresso machine is currently $200 off and comes with a milk frother, digital screen, bean hopper, and cone-shaped burr grinder, and it can also steam and froth milk for your favorite drinks, including lattes, flat whites, and cappuccinos.
KitchenAid Artisan 5 Quart Stand Mixer
What's trendier than the most iconic 5-quart stand mixer of all time? That's that very mixer, but for $100 off.
Infrared Air Fryer and Toaster Oven
Drew Barrymore has launched a movie-like infrared air fryer and toaster to great acclaim. It has 10 pre-set functions, including toast, bagels, air fry and slow cook, and a 15 litre capacity so you can make pizzas, casseroles and other professional meals.
All-Clad Copper Core Cookware 15-Piece Set
In fact, I saw All-Clad being used in the new season. bearThis may be one of the many reasons why shoppers are loving this 15-piece copper core set right now, and it may also be because this commercial cookware distributes heat evenly and looks great too.
Amelie Assorted Latte Pasta Bowls, Set of 6
If shoppers are anything like our staff, they absolutely love pasta bowls (and we do!). These colorful polished stoneware bowls from Anthropologie's Signature Collection are popular and are currently on sale for about $8 apiece.
Jasper Portuguese Dinner Plates, Set of 4
Anthropologie's Jasper line of polished stoneware plates brings a rustic touch to any meal, whether it's a posh feast you've painstakingly prepared or a delicious pizza that just arrived. Shoppers say they're “absolutely stunning in every way” and have held up well over time.
Le Creuset Signature Round Wide Oven
Chefs love a good round oven for everything from braising and frying to roasting and baking. This 6.75-quart enameled cast-iron oven is easy to clean, distributes heat very evenly, and has a tight-fitting lid, making it an incredibly versatile and reliable cookware that will last for decades. And it's 35% off right now.