Prime Day is for everyone — even Italian nonnas. Growing up, nothing topped my nonna’s homemade pasta sauce, scrumptious lasagnas, or perfect pork chops. These dishes, of course, were only made better by the tools she trusted. And this Amazon Prime Day, you can snag some of these all-star products on sale. Below are the kitchen deals worth adding to cart, including a handy citrus juicer and versatile wooden utensil set, according to the woman I trust most in the kitchen.
Best Overall Italian Cooking Kitchen Deals
Lodge 6-Quart Dutch Oven, $75, originally $100
Zulay 6-Piece Wooden Utensil Set, $27, originally $40
Muso Wooden French Rolling Pin, $10, originally $17
Cambom Collapsible Pasta Drying Rack, $10, originally $20
Y-Me Manual Citrus Juicer, $9, originally $11
Hinmay Small Silicone Tongs, $9, originally $14
KitchenAid All-Purpose Kitchen Shears, $7, originally $9
JoyJolt 16-Ounce Mason Jars, $17, originally $45
De’Longhi Dedica Compact Espresso Machine, $250, originally $300
Lodge 6-Quart Dutch Oven
Amazon
Besides a quality pan, there is perhaps no piece of cookware used more in my nonna’s kitchen than a Dutch oven. Whether slow-simmering ragus, soups, and stews; braising meats; or baking bread, this versatile piece of cookware belongs in any kitchen inspired by Italian cooking. And right now, one of our tested favorites is on sale.
Zulay 6-Piece Wooden Utensil Set
Amazon
You’ll often see wooden spoons in a nonna’s kitchen, mine included. This is for a few reasons: Wood is gentle on cookware, it doesn’t react to acidic ingredients like tomatoes and affect the flavor of sauces and risottos, and it offers a nostalgic feel to homecooking. We like the variety of shapes in this set, including flat edges for scraping cooked-down bits and spoons for sneaking a taste on the stove.
Muso Wooden French Rolling Pin
Amazon
While a pasta maker is a convenient appliance to have in your arsenal, all you really need for good homemade pasta is a rolling pin. We like the tapered edges of a French rolling pin, which allow the user to easily rotate and maneuver it. This is ideal for rolling dough into more even circles for pie crusts, pizzas, and, of course, pasta.
Cambom Collapsible Pasta Drying Rack
Amazon
When it comes time to dry your noodles, a drying rack is essential to prevent clumping or sticking. This 10-bar pasta rack offers ample drying space, collapses for easy storage, and is almost 50% off.
Y-Me Manual Citrus Juicer
Amazon
Lemons are a vital ingredient in Italian cooking, and a reliable citrus juicer makes a significant difference in the kitchen. This sturdy, metal juicer is the perfect tool to have on hand, whether you’re whisking up vinaigrette, frying chicken piccata, or serving Spaghetti al Limone.
Hinmay Small Silicone Tongs
Amazon
If you ask my nonna, tongs are the quintessential tool. They’re perfect for plating slippery sauces, tossing crunchy salads, and flipping sautéed meats and vegetables in the pan — you can never have enough, and this pack of three ensures you’ll always have a clean pair at the ready.
KitchenAid All-Purpose Kitchen Shears
Amazon
Alongside a great pair of tongs should be a reliable pair of kitchen shears. These handy scissors go beyond just snipping herbs — you can trim chicken, slice pizza, cut fresh pasta sheets, and more. After testing, we recommend this pair from KitchenAid for their durability and low price tag, and right now you can snag them for even cheaper at only $7.
JoyJolt 16-Ounce Mason Jars
Amazon
When tomato season is over, preserve the sweetness of summer with canned tomatoes for homemade sauce year-round. These six 16-ounce jars come equipped with airtight lids and bands, and all you need is quality Roma tomatoes (ideally), citrus, and salt. Your sauce may not be as good as my nonna’s, but you can try. Currently, they’re 62% off.
De’Longhi Dedica Compact Espresso Machine
Amazon
Of course, no Italian dinner is complete without a shot of espresso. This Prime Day, you can snag this sleek espresso machine from a favorite coffee brand, De’Longhi, for $50 off. With a no-frills, compact footprint, you can pull shots of espresso, double espresso, or even cold brew. It also comes with a frothing wand — just be sure to use it only in the morning, since, according to Italians, you can’t drink cappuccinos past 11 a.m.
There are plenty of more great deals on sale during Amazon Prime Day. Shop deals for cookware, coffee gear, and more, before it’s over.