Editor-Approved Kitchen Essentials for 2025

We’re only a month into 2025, and editors at EatingWell have already narrowed in on cleaning tools, running shoes and nonstick skillets as must-have gear for the new year. Their thought processes are simple: They want to set themselves up for success with products that function exactly like they promise to. Luckily, our editors have spent the past few years putting these picks through their paces, which is why you can trust them when they say that Reebok sneakers, HexClad frying pans, Owala water bottles and more are “in” for 2025. Shop their kitchen, health and fitness essentials, starting at $7.    

Editor-Loved Essentials for 2025 

Owala FreeSip Twist Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle 

“I may be 100 years too late to the Owala fan club, but I recently started drinking from one, and I can’t lie—it does help me drink more water,” says Writer An Uong. She loves that she can drink multiple ways—either sipping from the straw or chugging from the bigger mouthpiece—and that it conveniently fits inside her car’s cupholder. You can even shop it in 18 or 24 ounces, depending on your hydration needs. 

HexClad Hybrid Nonstick Frying Pan

Editor Abigail Abesamis Demarest is naming HexClad’s Hybrid Nonstick Frying Pan her “it” item of 2025. In the nearly five years that she’s owned hers, Demarest has found it to be “definitely worth the splurge” thanks to its quick heating capabilities and durable nonstick coating. She’s even used metal utensils to flip pancakes or scramble eggs without damaging the exterior. But the best part? It’s dishwasher-safe.  

Giadzy by Giada de Laurentiis 3-Pack of Gluten Free Pasta 

Associate Editor Danielle DeAngelis is stocking her pantry with Giadzy by Giada de Laurentiis gluten-free pasta in 2025. She was skeptical at first as an Italian American who has tried her fair share of unappealing non-traditional pasta, but was “truly amazed” by the quality of the brand after sampling it for herself. “I recently added the Taccole Corte shape to this Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup with Rotisserie Chicken, and they not only held up, but they were the perfect texture with no off-putting flavor,” says DeAngelis. “It’s official: Giadzy gluten-free pasta is IN!!!”

Branch Basics Cleaning Essentials Kit 

The year 2025 is all about cleanliness for Writer Katie Brown, and Branch Basics is her go-to pick. “This versatile concentrate is so much more powerful than most natural cleaning sprays, but without the added bleach or other harmful chemicals,” she promises. The kit includes one large bottle of concentrate and three empty spray bottles, each with a clearly labeled fill line so you know how much water and concentrate to add for specific cleaning tasks around your house. Whether Brown is using Branch Basics to disinfect her countertops or wash her dog, she feels secure in the knowledge that she’s not introducing unnecessary chemicals into her home. 

Topo Athletic Women’s Trail Running Shoes 

Senior Vice President Michelle Edelbaum loves Topo Athletic’s running shoes so much, she just bought her fourth pair. She’s found them to be the ideal combination of cushion and support, thanks to their roomy toebox and bouncy sole. Plus, they have excellent traction for rocky trail runs and steep hikes.   

Reebok Women’s Nano X4 

But if you’re looking for a great pair of gym sneakers, Senior Editor Brierly Horton recommends Reebok’s Nano X4s. The shoes’ claim to fame is their lightweight and breathable design, which is ideal for sweaty weightlifting sessions or intense HIIT classes where flexibility is key. Shop them in 17 colors while they’re 36% off.     

Chomp Calming Gum 

Horton also recommends Chomp’s calming gum for “chilling out when stress spikes.” The gum is vegan, made without artificial colors or sweeteners and free of aspartame, sucralose and sugar. Plus, it helps keep Horton regular, if you catch her drift.