Best Chef-Loved Fall Amazon Prime Day Kitchen Deals

The fall Amazon Prime Day has arrived, and who better to suggest the best kitchen appliances and tools for us to shop than chefs? We looked into expert recommendations we’ve received and found KitchenAid, Ninja, Grillart, and more up to 50% off right now. Whether you’re looking to improve your baking skills with a stand mixer or upgrade your grilled steaks and burgers with a pro-approved meat thermometer, read on for the best chef-loved deals this October Prime Day.

Best Chef-Loved Deals for October Amazon Prime Day

• KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5-Quart Stand Mixer, $430, originally $500
• Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper, $25, originally $30
• Gorilla Grip Stainless Steel Tongs, Set of 2, $8, originally $20 
• Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Air Fryer, $160, originally $180
• Poligo 5-Piece Smash Burger and Press Kit, $16 with coupon, originally $30
• Lavatools Javelin Instant Read Digital Meat Thermometer, $23, originally $27
• ThermoPro Wireless Meat Thermometer, $50 with coupon, originally $72

KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5-Quart Stand Mixer

Shane Chartrand, chef, cookbook author, and contestant on Top Chef Canada, Iron Chef Canada, and Chopped Canada, said that KitchenAid’s classic stand mixer is an essential tool in the kitchen. “The mixer itself is incredibly versatile, with restaurant-style attachments like a pasta roller and sausage maker that bring professional-level functionality into your home kitchen,” he said. He went on to say that he always tells home cooks not to “cheap out” on a less powerful mixer: “KitchenAid’s engines are powerful, and often come with a lifetime warranty.” Grab one while it’s on sale Prime Day. 

Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper

“It’s imperative to keep a clean grill, otherwise, all those high-end meats you buy will be wasted, and the flavor won’t be high quality,” said Mike Saperstein, chef at Sunshine Provisions. “My go-to gadget is a really good grill brush.” He pointed out that while you might think that grease and grime just “cook off,” they definitely don’t—a dependable grill brush is imperative. 

Gorilla Grip Stainless Steel Tongs, Set of 2

“Tongs are my favorite instruments in the kitchen,” said José Crepeda, executive chef of Quixote in The Lafayette Hotel and Club in San Diego. “For me, they’re an extension of my arms and hands. I prefer long tongs to cook and short ones to mix. I always look for tongs with soft tips that are easy to manipulate.” Only $8 for Prime Day, this set from Gorilla Grip comes with a long and a short pair.

Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Air Fryer

Executive Chef David Rose of Omaha Steaks feels that air fryers are game-changing appliances, and we agree — multiple Food & Wine staffers absolutely love Ninja Crispi. “Cooking meat and seafood can be intimidating, but using an air fryer makes the process much simpler and more efficient,” he said. “Air fryers are miniature convection ovens that can cook almost anything you typically cook in an oven. The final result is like deep frying with crackly-skin chicken wings and crispy fries, but without the oil.” 

Poligo 5-Piece Smash Burger and Press Kit

It’s easy to cook burgers wrong, but it’s just as simple to fix your technique and make restaurant-quality patties. “The most common mistake I see people make is overworking the meat, which results in a tough, dry burger,” said Dominique Leach, chef and pitmaster at Chicago’s Lexington Betty Smokehouse. She recommends this burger-making kit, which has all the tools you need to create smash burgers; thick, juicy patties; and beyond. “This kit comes with a rectangular smash, which is great for bacon, and a circular smash, ideal for smash burgers.”

Lavatools Javelin Instant Read Digital Meat Thermometer

Chef-owner Andy Bruch of Point Easy in Denver said that a great thermometer is one of the most important tools in the kitchen. “It’s a myth that professional cooks use almost any other method for temping food besides a thermometer,” he said. “Lavatools makes an excellent product. [It’s a] bonus that they’ve come down in price dramatically, and that the probe itself folds into the thermometer body.” 

ThermoPro Wireless Meat Thermometer

Rob Levitt is the chef and head butcher at Chicago staples The Publican and Publican Quality Meats, and he agrees that a thermometer is critical, but prefers a wireless one. “Having a good probe thermometer is the best way to make sure you are cooking your steak properly,” he said, citing the ThermoPro as one of his favorites. In his experience, the best way to elevate any cut of meat “is cooking it to the proper temperature.” Try out this pro-approved option while it’s only $50.