Eva Bleyer
Kitchen Appliances Lab Reviews Analyst
Eva (she/her) is the Reviews Analyst in the Kitchen & Cooking Lab. She tests kitchen appliances, cooking tools, and cookware using standardized lab protocols in order to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions. With more than 15 years of experience in the food industry—including work as a food stylist, personal chef, and food brand marketing manager—she brings both culinary expertise and practical insight to every review. Eva earned a Bachelor of Science in Food Studies, Nutrition and Public Health from New York University. She completed her culinary training at the Natural Gourmet Institute (now the Institute of Culinary Education) and holds foundational and intermediate barista certifications from the Specialty Coffee Association.
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Latest from Eva Bleyer
The Best Mushroom Growing Kits to Expand Your Veggie Garden
Grow your own edible mushrooms like morels, oysters, and more at home.
The Best Picnic Baskets to Upgrade Summer Gatherings
Picnic season is about to get so much better.
You’re Definitely Using Your Oven Racks Wrong
Your oven racks move for a reason; take advantage of their full ability.
The 6 Best Cold Brew Makers We Tested
If you drink it cold year-round, these coffee makers are for you.
I’ve Tested Almost 40 Travel Mugs This Year Alone—These Are My Favorites
These are the travel mugs I actually reach for before running out the door.
Venus et Fleur Claims to Last a Year—We Put Them to the Test for 365 Days
A full year later, here’s how this viral “eternity rose” brand actually held up.
We Tested Dozens of Water Bottles to Find the Absolute 4 Best Ones
Our top-tested picks are durable, functional and will help you stay hydrated on the go.
5 Best Personal Blenders for Smoothies & Salsa Out of 30 We Tested
I've blended up more strawberry kale smoothies than you can even imagine.
5 Best Indoor Herb Gardens for Fresh Herbs Year-Round
No outdoor space? These indoor garden systems make it easy to grow fresh herbs and produce at home.
I Tried KitchenAid’s New Artisan Plus Stand Mixer—Here’s What Actually Matters
I visited the KitchenAid factory to check out the brand’s latest model—and new colors!—plus whipped up a few recipes.
How to Build a Strong Sourdough Starter from Scratch
If you're excited to get into sourdough, use this recipe to make your own starter.