In years of hands-on testing to find the best microwaves, writer Rachel Wharton has become somewhat of a master microwaver. “I can make anything, in any microwave, come out less dry, less soggy, and more evenly cooked — and without splatter to clean up afterwards,” she says. Her seven tips, including starting at a lower power level and letting your food rest for a minute with the door closed, can elevate your next batch of leftovers.
Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter Bright, blendable blush: Milani Baked Blush This blush offers a richly pigmented and highly buildable formula. Its generously sized domed pan is designed for even application with a fluffy brush. Baked blushes are cream formulas that have been “baked” dry, lending a sheer texture and rich tone that’s more pigmented than powder…
Connie Park/NYT Wirecutter Best for… This tee has a perfect body-skimming cut and quality construction. Fuller-busted testers were especially smitten and found the style flattering without being too tight or revealing, even though the fabric is a tad sheer. V-necks are hard to get right. Of the 18 that I personally tested for this guide,…
Photo: Marki Williams Top pick The Brabantia Ironing Board B is such a joy to use that it’s become one of my favorite household items. It’s been our top pick since 2017, and I recommend this board to everyone I know—even my mom bought one. It’s super stable. Of the two dozen or so ironing…
Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter Pen Top pick With its fast-drying ink, this is our go-to pen for everyday writing on any kind of paper. If you need a pen to take notes during a teleconference or to hastily scribble down an idea, the Uni-ball Jetstream RT is the one to grab. It’s widely available, and it…
An iPhone SE with an iOttie Universal MagSafe Ring Adapter (right) and phone case. Sarah Witman/NYT Wirecutter The most widely available option is a magnetic ring adapter, which is exactly what it sounds like: a ring of magnets with adhesive backing that sticks to either the back of your phone or the outside of your…
While engagement gifts are all about celebrating the couple, and wedding gifts are all about helping them create their life together, bridal shower gifts are all about making the bride-to-be feel sexy, pampered, and loved. The offerings here—pretty PJs, a walnut keepsake box, and some bespoke kicks—are just for her. And these gifts are perhaps…