“It’s straightforward and functional, a must for moms. I like that I can use it on any burner and the handle is comfortable to grip, even for my eldest child who can help around a bit at home,” said Ronna Capili Bonifacio, Editor in Chief and mom of three.
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Kitchen Tools That Made the Cut: Smart Parenting Food Awards 2025
Kitchen tools parents the Smart Parenting fam swear by.
Published on Jul 26, 2025
If you’ve ever wished your kitchen could run itself, you’re not alone. Between feeding hungry kids, whipping up baon before sunrise, and cleaning endless dishes, every parent dreams of kitchen appliances that do half the work. This year, we turned to parents in the Smart Parenting Village, a community and trusted resource with over 114,000 members, to find out which kitchen tools and items truly make life easier. The winners are here to make daily cooking simpler and family life a little lighter.
Meet your new kitchen besties.
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Smart Parenting Food Awards 2025: Kitchen Tools
Winner: Multi-Purpose Cooking Appliance
Hanabishi Electric Pressure Cooker
The Hanabishi Electric Pressure Cooker is your shortcut to delicious home-cooked meals without standing over the stove for hours. It has a generous 5.7-liter capacity, big enough to feed your entire family or batch-cook meals for the week. Whether you’re simmering bulalo for Sunday or making extra rice for fried rice baon, this cooker handles it with ease.
It's an intelligent no-pot sensor that adds an important layer of safety by preventing the cooker from turning on if there’s no pot inside. Ideal for mornings when your brain is half-asleep but breakfast still needs to be ready.
The large, easy-to-read digital display gives you precise control over cooking times and settings. You no longer have to squint at tiny buttons through steam. Just glance, press, and go.
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Winner: Lunch Box
LocknLock To-Go Lunch Bento Box
You can’t go wrong with LocknLock containers, and the To-Go Lunch Bento Box is no exception. Its airtight, leakproof lid keeps food fresh and mess-free, thanks to LocknLock’s signature four-hinge locking system. With three compartments and a removable sauce cup, it’s perfect for packing mains, sides, and dressings in one organized container. Microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe, it’s built to make meals on the go simple and stress-free.
Made from high-quality polypropylene and silicone, it’s said to be free from harmful chemicals, giving you peace of mind every time you pack lunch for yourself or the kids.
Cherrie Julian, Smart Parenting’s Associate Video Director and mom of one, said, “We love the LocknLock To-Go Lunch Bento Box! It’s incredibly durable and leak-proof, so you won’t have to worry if it takes a tumble from tiny hands. Plus, the clear design is a huge bonus!”
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Winner: Microwave Oven
Imarflex 20L Microwave Oven
For those rushed mornings or lazy evenings, the Imarflex 20L Microwave Oven is a silent hero. It features a spacious 20-liter capacity that accommodates large dishes, allowing for faster and more convenient family reheats. Everyone gets to eat together, with warm food, not cold leftovers.
Its five power levels allow you to customize heating according to your food type. Gently warm milk for your toddler’s bedtime or heat up leftover rice for quick meals. The time and weight defrost feature is especially handy for parents who forget to thaw meat the night before. Simply pop it in, select 'defrost', and your chicken is ready for marinating in just minutes.
With a sturdy pull-handle door and a glass turntable for even heating, this microwave combines practicality and durability. At 700 watts, it works efficiently while keeping your electricity bills under control.
For Zen Arganda, Smart Parenting’s Community and Social Media Manager and mom of one, the oven is a lifesaver. “With a child in the house, for sure, laging may gutom, and they don’t like to wait long to be fed. I am also very thankful for the child lock to protect kids from their own kakulitan. I might not be able to cook much, but I have less mom guilt because I can still prepare yummy food even while working. Pindot pindot lang,” she said.
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Winner: Storage Bags
Cheers Small Size Multipurpose Storage Bags
The Cheers Multipurpose Storage Bags are your reliable partners for organizing anything and everything in your kitchen. Each pack comes with 50 bags, ready to hold snacks, leftover fruits, marinated meats, and even half-used veggies without leaking or smelling.
With their double seal feature, these bags lock in freshness all day long. You can pack your kids’ baon without worrying about soggy crackers or fruit slices leaking in their bags.
Made from food-grade, non-toxic materials free from BPA, PVC, and plasticizers, they’re safe for the entire family. Its clear design also lets you see what’s inside at a glance, saving you from opening every bag just to find what you need. There’s even a space for notes to label contents and dates, or write funny reminders like “Eat me before I rot!” to keep your fridge organized and your mood light.
“We always have Cheers resealable bags at home—and I’ve got some in my bag and the kids’ bags too. We use them for the kids’ baon: snacks, fruits, even “sharon” from family get-togethers. They keep everything fresh and no spills—super handy.
Another trick: I use them for the kids’ hygiene stuff too. I pack slippers, extra clothes, and even include a few empty bags for dirty laundry. Definitely a lifesaver,” shared Smart Parenting Assistant Managing Editor and mom of two Em Cruz.
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Tasty Non-Stick Saucepan with Glass Lid
The Tasty Non-Stick Saucepan makes everyday cooking so much easier. Made from forged aluminum with three layers of premium nonstick coating, food slides right off, making cleaning effortless. It’s perfect for when you just want to eat and relax instead of scrubbing burnt milk or stuck porridge.
It heats up quickly and evenly, so your champorado, milk, or soups cook in record time without hot spots burning your food. The glass lid lets you keep an eye on your cooking without losing steam or flavor. Its soft-touch handles provide a secure, comfortable grip, preventing slips when carrying hot soup to the dining table. This saucepan is suitable for all cookers, including induction, and is dishwasher safe for hassle-free cleanup.
Finally, the peach and grey color combination is an aesthetic bonus. It brightens up your kitchen, making cooking feel less like a chore and more like a daily treat.
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Smart Parenting Food Awards 2025 Winner
Anko Microwave Toastie Maker
The Anko Microwave Toastie Maker transforms your regular microwave into a sandwich press, giving you crisp, melty toasties in minutes without heating up the stove or frying pan.
Simply assemble your sandwich, place it inside, and microwave. Halfway through, flip it for evenly toasted sides. In no time, your cheese sandwich is crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside—perfect for kids’ baon or your midnight snack cravings.
Its non-stick coated plates release food easily, preventing cheese disasters that stick everywhere. Cleaning is fast, and the soft-touch silicone outer protects your hands from burns when removing it from the microwave. Best of all, it’s BPA-free, microwave safe, and dishwasher safe, combining convenience and safety in one small but mighty tool.
“This toastie maker is perfect for catching kids' moments of hunger and telling them I can whip them up a sandwich right away before they open that bag of chips or biscuits,” said Ronna. “It’s also friendly for introducing older kids to food prep and more independence.”
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Smart Parenting Food Awards 2025 Winner
Glad Press ‘N Seal Multipurpose Sealing Wrap
The Glad Press ‘N Seal Multipurpose Sealing Wrap is the kitchen wrap you never knew you needed. With 140 square feet per roll, it seals anything from bowls and plates to fruits and cut vegetables, keeping them fresh and uncontaminated.
It’s leak-proof and airtight, so sauces stay in their containers and sliced fruits stay juicy, not dry and sad. Just pull, cut, and seal—no complicated folding or wrestling with cling film that sticks to itself more than your food.
Mommy Elaine Cordova, mom of one, shared, “Unlike regular cling wrap, Press ‘N Seal doesn’t stick until you press it down, so it’s easier to handle. It’s also BPA-free, so I feel safer using it for our food.”
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With the right tools, even the busiest days feel easier. Chosen by real parents who juggle work, kids, and everything in between, these Smart Parenting Food Awards 2025 winners help make cooking simpler and more enjoyable, so you can spend more time sharing good food and happy moments with your family.
The Smart Parenting Food Awards 2025 Kitchen Tools winners are available in Robinsons Supermarket Galleria, Magnolia, Antipolo, and Ermita, as well as in all leading supermarkets nationwide.
Check out the Smart Parenting Food Awards 2025 winners in the other categories: baon and snacks, breakfast, ulam, celebrations, and pregnancy, breastfeeding, and baby.
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Produced by Em Cruz
Editor-in-Chief: Ronna Capili Bonifacio
Photographs by Patrick Martires
Styling by Lady Badoy
Associate Video Producer: Cherrie Julian
Video Editor: Rolando Pingco Jr.
Art by Alexa Manalang
Social Media by Zen Arganda
Assisted by: Stephanie Pino, Jochebed Bamboa
Associate Publisher: Bettina Santos
Special thanks to True Value
Click here to see last year’s Kitchen Tools winners from the Food Awards.
Hanna is a News Desk Writer at Smart Parenting, covering parenting, health, culture, and more. Off the clock, she’s likely people-watching at a café or park, matcha latte in hand.
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