"Detox" Your Kitchen

Looking to limit exposure to plastic and nonstick kitchen gear? In our first roundtable episode, two of our staff experts share their best advice. Sustainability editor Katie Okamoto digs into the health risks of various materials, while kitchen editor Marilyn Ong shares swaps that are beloved by chefs—and that may last a lifetime. Products we recommend: PFAS and plastic free, non-stick pans:  OXO Obsidian Carbon Steel Frypan with Silicone Sleeve and Lodge Chef Collection 12-Inch Cast Iron SkilletGlass food storage containers (with plastic lids): Pyrex Freshlock 10-piece Glass Storage SetCompletely plastic free food storage containers we love: Pyrex Ultimate 10-Piece Glass Storage SetA toaster over option we love (to consider replacing an air-fryer): Panasonic FlashXpress Toaster OvenA rice cooker alternative with a stainless steel bowl: Instant Pot Rio 6-quartOur favorite spatula:  Victorinox Swiss Army Slotted Fish TurnerOther plastic-free spatulas we love: GIR Mini Flip Silicone Spatula, OXO Good Grips Silicone Small Flexible Turner and GIR Ultimate SpatulaBaking sheets without non-stick coating: Nordic Ware Naturals Baker’s Half SheetCake pans without non-stick coating: USA Pan 9-inch Round Cake PanOur favorite wood cutting board: Jones Cutting Board 20 x 14 x 1.5 Inch Maple End GrainA plastic-free kettle: Cuisinart GK-1 Digital Gooseneck KettleA single use plastic bag swap we like: Stasher Reusable Silicone Bag Multi-PackKatie loves: Amrikan: 125 Recipes from the Indian American DiasporaMarilyn loves: HoMedics Shiatsu Elite II Massage Cushion Additional reading: Forever Chemicals Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Limit Your Exposure.Black Plastic Kitchen Tools Might Expose You to Toxic Chemicals. Here’s What to Use Instead.12 Ways to Break Up With Single-Use PlasticsMicroplastics Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Avoid Eating Them.The 3 Best Nonstick Pans of 2025The 4 Best Food Storage Containers of 2025The 11 Best Spatulas of 2025The 5 Best Cutting Boards of 2025The 6 Best Cake Pans for 2025The Wirecutter Show Episode 7: Can We Stop Eating Microplastics?The Best Plastic-Free Bowls, Plates, Cups, and Utensils for Babies and KidsSilicone Kitchen Gear Isn't As Sustainable As Many People Think. Try These Solutions Instead. We are conducting a listener survey to learn more about what listeners to the Wirecutter Show are looking for from this podcast. Please share your thoughts with us.  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Wirecutter Social and WebsiteInstagram: /wirecutterThreads: /@wirecutterTwitter: /wirecutterFacebook: /thewirecutterTikTok: /wirecutterLinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutterWebsite: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/ The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.