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Saturday, January 10, 2015

Tervis Fiesta Tumbler Reviews

Tervis Fiesta Tumbler, Sunny Dots, 16-Ounce
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I'm giving this 5 stars because it's everything friends told me it would be. I was skeptical of the claims. It really keeps cold drinks colder much, much longer than usual and no condensation on the tabletops! I bought the Tervis clear top also and it fits perfectly and allows for the use of a straw. Definitely plan on buying Tervis products again.

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I really like the design and needed a large capacity. It fits my cupholder and doesn't spill. It doesn't keep coffee warm even when preheated. Plus it is too tall for the microwave so I can't warm it up. I expected better for the expensive price. I like the life time guarantee and that it's made in america.

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I have never been disappointed with a tervis product. We only use Tervis in our home! Love the bright colors.

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How can you go wrong with a Terivs! Love this print and the 24 oz is a great size. I drink at least 2 of these a day.

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nice cup...but does not keep warm as long as I hoped. Nevertheless, I was using it daily at work until someone stole it. Next time, I'll consider the 20 ounce because it does not fit in my van cup holder

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Friday, January 9, 2015

Cheap Flirty Aprons Women's Original Apron

Flirty Aprons Women's Original Apron, Cherry Blossom
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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I purchased this as a gift and was pleased when it arrived. It looked very nice, the pictures of the garment were accurate, and the fit on the recipient was spot on.

The problem is this is not a very good apron. It is made of a very thin cotton with a bit of a sheen/screen on the material. It just does not work well as a "working" apron, even in the home. Now, if you want something cute to throw on at a cocktail or dinner party after all the cooking is done so you can be dressed the part of the well appointed hostess and home maker, then this is perfect.

I'm not saying I don't like the item, but just know what it is before you make your purchase, and be sure you don't actually need an apron instead of a fashion accessory.

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I ordered the aqua damask. I was very torn because so many of the flirty apron patterns are adorable. I loved loved loved this apron when I first put it on. It's made from a double-layered, polyester-type fabric that seemed sturdy and pretty much waterproof. The straps for the neck tie in the back, so you can set how the apron sits on you (plus a cute tie around the neck adds a little extra bit of femininity to the whole affair). The waist ties are long so they accommodate almost any figure, and easily tie make a pretty bow in the front. The pocket in the front is helpful too. Overall, a winner!

Now on to the negatives (or why this item didn't get 5 stars): after I washed the apron, I noticed that the black pattern on the front didn't hold up well in the washer. The design was somewhat compromised and looked like it was worn off in places, which in my mind is a tragedy, since I bought this mostly because it was pretty. The neck and waist ties got incredibly shriveled up, and one of the neck straps started separating from the apron itself.

Perhaps I need to wash this on delicate... but honestly the whole purpose of an apron is to protect your clothes and soak up all the cooking mess... so by it's very nature.. IT'S MEANT TO GET DIRTY... and consequently get washed a lot. I worry that this won't last too long, since I cook a lot... and the washer might just destroy this lovely little apron in just a few washings.

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I agree with the two other reviewers that this is a cute apron that fits well. Unfortunately it washes terribly. After the first washing the black color faded to a pilled dark gray. On top of that, this thin fabric wrinkled like mad. I had to iron this apron to make it look somewhat normal. Fabric quality just wasn't there.

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I have a small apron collection and thought this one was cute, so I bought it. Never have I been so disappointed by an apron in my whole life. I didn't even know an apron could fit this badly. I am a size 6, so when this apron didn't even cover my whole front side, I was shocked. That mannequin it is pictured with must be a size zero, because it does not look like that on me. Not only was the fit terrible, but it felt so cheap! The material was so thin that it could have easily been see-through. Just awful and the fact that I will lose $5 sending it back is rather upsetting.

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I am 5'6", 125lb and was anticipating this apron to be a little longer/taller/bigger than it was. I even have a shorter torso, but perhaps larger chest. It looks OK as long as I get the apron to sit on my waist where I want and tie that first, then tie the top part. I would estimate it would fit best on women's size 2 to 4 (I'm usually a 6).

Fabric is very sturdy and thicker/stiffer than I was expecting, which I like. Pockets are useful. The apron itself is beautiful and I am very pleased with it!

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Friday, January 2, 2015

Chicago Metallic Non-Stick Large Tortilla Shell Pans, Set of 2 Reviews

Chicago Metallic Non-Stick Large Tortilla Shell Pans, Set of 2
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I purchased a set of these over ten years ago and use them often. When we have guests, I simply bake as many as I need ahead of time. When dinner time rolls around, I place them on plates, set out dishes of ingredients, and let everyone fill theirs the way they want. Now I am buying sets as gifts for others because of the rave reviews I received. A wonderful gift for anyone. If you do not like tacos, try filling them with some of your other favorite ingredients. Lemon pie, chocolate, etc.

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This is a great set of Tostada Salad Shell / Taco Salad Bowl Pans.

I used burritos size flour tortillas

I brushed both side lightly with oil and baked

They tasted Wonderful!

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Used these for the first time last night. The bowls turned out even better than I had hoped.

Perfect size for burrito size tortillas with enough room to spare where you could use the super size wraps.

I used multi-grain flour tortillas and olive oil spray. I think "Taco Salad" night will replace Pizza night.

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I knew I would love these tortilla bowls the first time I saw them. I always skipped tostadas because of the shell being fried. These make the most tasty and delicious shells, and much better for your health because they are baked. Spray the pans with oil, then steam the tortilla in the microwave for a few seconds to make it soft. Lay in your pan and press it around the curves. Tear a couple really small holes in the bottom so it doesn't puff up like pie crust does (I don't use a fork because I don't want to scratch the non-stick coating). Then bake at 375 degrees for about 8 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes and fill with your favorite fillings. I am making the dessert one today! Before you bake the shell, brush with orange juice, sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon, bake, and fill with ice cream or yogurt, fruit, anything you like.

Highly recommended !!!

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This is a great way to make a taco salad. They are great even cold. I had a party for 24 and made them ahead of time. They were still crisp and everyone loved making their salads from the taco bar that included two types of meats, two types of beans, two types of lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, olives, jalapenos, etc.

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Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Discount Imperial Aluminum Stockpots with Glass Lid

Imperial 24 Quart Stockpot With Glass Lid, Hammertone
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I have no hesitation recommending this pot to others. I purchased the 8.5 Qt model. Here are some of the things you might want to know.

The knob on the lid has a ridge around the top that makes it easy to grip and control even with an oven mitt.

The handles do stay cool. Even after bringing a full pot of pasta to boil till done the handles were cool to the touch. I would still use mitts to drain to avoid contact with the pot body. But being able to grab the handles to hold the pot steady while stirring was nice.

Filled to 2/3rds full with water and 32oz of spaghetti there was still over a quarter of the depth left. That allowed me to bring the pot to boil on high with out boiling over. Unlike previous pots, there was no splash over onto the cook top. No clean up! The bottom surface is an exact match for the surface of my 9" burner on our ceramic cook top. The bottom surface is flat and sits flush with no wobbling. When bringing the water to boil there was 100% coverage of boil bubbles across the bottom and during cooking there was even boiling thru out the pasta.

The non-stick interior is as it's supposed to be, non-stick. The hammertone exterior came clean with a rinse under the faucet and wiping with a damp cloth.

The handles are large enough to get a good grip on but don't stick out as far as some of the others. A plus to, me to save some storage space.

Overall an excellent value.

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This is neither a great pot nor a terrible one it's more of an in-betweener. The pot doesn't seem very sturdy, but it works well for college students. I've used the pot for frying, boiling, simmering and general cooking and have had no problems with food sticking or burning. It does a great job at heating food evenly.

The handles are a bit on the large side and the glass of the lid makes noises when simply removed from the hot pot (like ice dropped in water except without the cracking), but so far I have found nothing to actually worry about. Cleaning is pretty simple. I recommend hand-washing the pot because I'm not sure how many dishwasher cycles it could handle.

I'm pleased with the pot, but like I said, anyone looking for serious cooking might want to purchase something more durable.

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Umm, It seems bigger than my imagination. Its heating capability is very good. And its special material makes it easy to wash. The manual says it shows the greatest effect with medium heat, thus I didn't dare to heat it at high heating even once, which made the overall cooking time longer.

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Not only is this thing huge, but nothing sticks. When I clean it, I rarely ever have to scrub it. Just run it under hot soapy water, and stuff glides off it. Amazing.

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We have had this item for several months, and it has done what it was meant to do.

I purchased this because we needed more room for soups, vegetables, etc. The 10 quarts give plenty of room.

Some of the Positives of the stockpot are the price and clear lid. Also, it is incredibly easy to clean and we have used it with a variety of meals.

One of the Negatives I have noticed is that the handles seem a little flimsy. You get what you pay for, I guess.

You will like this if you just need a big stockpot and don't want to spend a fortune. I am sure you can get your money out of it.

You won't like this if you are a professional cook, or only buy top of the line products.

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Thursday, November 6, 2014

Norpro 9.5 Inch Nonstick Crepe Pan Review

Norpro 9.5 Inch Nonstick Crepe Pan
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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I've been using these crepe pans for a little over a month, for once-a-week weekend crepes. After about 4 times use the non-stick coating on both pants began chipping, and voila my crepes consistently stick and burn to these spots.

Secondly, while the handle was meant to be designed as a cool handle on a hot pan, the hardware bolts on the bottom of the handle get scorchingly hot and burn your fingers consistently. I thought that I'd get used to grap the handle in a certain way to avoid burns, but I have not used it often enough to remember. And now with the non-stick chipping away, looks like I'm not going to.

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I like this! This makes great thin crepes. That's saying something since my normal pancakes are more like hockey pucks....

Saturday, October 25, 2014

Nordic Ware Multi Pot-Color May Vary Review

Nordic Ware Multi Pot-Color May Vary
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I just bought one of these less than a week ago, and it is already the most used (and most often fought-over) piece of cookware in my kitchen!

AWESOME little microwave pot with reversible lid can use the lid upright to cover whatever you're cooking it is vented so steam can escape while cooking, but still protects your microwave from splatters (and using a lid helps speed cooking time), AND when your item is done cooking, you can use the vented lid either way (reversible) to drain extra liquid. PERFECT for Raamen noodles, pasta, rice, etc.

The non-stick surface is very easy to clean even when you make microwave eggs (often hard to clean up!) And the handle doesn't seem to get overly hot, so the cooker is easy to handle even right out of the microwave.

After my teen-age son used this the first time, to make TWO packs of Raamen noodles at once, it has been in nearly-constant use ever since, and he said "We need another one of these!" (and he's right I'm glad it's inexpensive so I can grab another one!) He often makes up to 6 eggs at a time, and this is the only container I've found that is absolutely IDEAL for that. (I bought the NordicWare microwave egg/omelet cooker this one: Nordic Ware Microwave Omelet Pan -which is nice for 2 or maybe 3 eggs, but it is not big enough for his 5-6 eggs... he's into weight-lifting/body-building and can eat a LOT!)

Holds up to 5.5 cups, but I don't usually put much more than about 4 cups in there, to prevent boiling over.

Seriously one of the best investments in cookware I've ever made! (and the price is great for such a versatile little pot!) And yes, I will be buying another one very soon. :)

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I use this pot to microwave canned veggies (corn, green beans, etc), to cook Malto-Meal and oatmeal and to steam stuff like Brocolli, Cauliflower (cut up, of course) carrots, etc. It's also great for heating soups and sauces.

What surprised me is just how convenient the slotted lid is. I no longer have to put wax paper over my pot to steam stuff in the microwave or to keep stuff from exploding and showering the inside of my microwave with food. The lid also doubles as a strainer and can be used upside down, or upside right... whatever suits the pot's contents best.

The pot cleans up easily and we haven't had anything stain it yet. I recommend it to friends and I bought a second one to keep in our travel trailer.

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I've owned this microwave multi-pot for about a year now. I picked it up at the local big-box store because I can't cook rice on the stove to save my life. This pot cooks rice PERFECTLY. It can't do brown rice, just white rice.

My only issue is the lid pops off in the microwave and the water (or chicken broth) bubbles over. I assume its the pressure inside that pops the lid off, even though its vented. I've made sure its on firmly, but it's always hanging off the edge by the time the rice is done.

I've only used it for rice, and oatmeal. The oatmeal wasn't as pretty, thankfully I can cook that on to stove just fine though.

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I bought this to microwave food in, since my everyday dishes get so hot when I put them in the microwave. I love it! I've heated up soup, spaghetti, frozen vegetables, casseroles and more. It does NOT turn orange from the spaghetti sauce and the handle stays cool to the touch. I want more Nordic Ware dishes.

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Mine came in red. A nice color. Works very well in my microwave for anything I would normally have to use a small pan on my stove for. Cleans easily. Not extremely hot to touch but just to be safe you should use gloves or potholder when you first move it.

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Thursday, October 2, 2014

Vogelzang TK-02 Tea Kettle, 3-Quart Review

Vogelzang TK-02 Tea Kettle, 3-Quart
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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I've heard a lot of people complain about rusting with these. You have to care for them properly to avoid that. Properly seasoned cast iron is very nearly indestructible if maintained. When you get it, wast it out, let it dry completely, then wet a cloth in vegetable oil, and wipe on a thin coat inside and out. Bake it at 400 degrees for half an hour. IGNORE THE SMOKE. IT'S FINE! it will smoke a LOT though. Open a window for ventilation. After the half hour bake time, let it cool, then repeat the oiling and baking two more times. When you are done, it's properly seasoned. Redo it two or three times a year. We use ours over the open fire when we are camping. It's awesome to have hot water for tea, cocoa, and even dish washing.

BTW, that seasoning method keeps your cast iron skillets in prime shape too. If any cast iron cookware gets crusty and you cant scrub it clean, put them in an electric oven, and turn on the self-clean feature. When it cools down, wire brush the crud off, and follow the seasoning instructions above, :-)

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This is a good heavy tea kettle. I got it to sit on the woodburning stove to evaporate water into the air. My old one finally rusted through after many years, and this seems like it will be a good replacement for it.

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I actually intended to use the pot to heat water for tea and once I got it the box says not for consumable water, for humidifying only. I BOUGHT TWO OF THEM! I really looked at details to get a real tea kettle.

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I bought this steamer because it seemed to be the best price/capacity ratio in the category. However, 3 QT volume is not true. The kettle is much smaller and doesn't hold 3QTs even when filled to the brim. Moreover, when full it actually leaks the water from under the lid when the water starts boiling. Thus, to be usable you have to fill it with no more than 2 QTs. It is a shame because I specifically needed a larger capacity steamer to avoid filling it up many times during the day (I keep my woodstove running most of the time). This is also not an error in the on-line product description, but the misrepresentation directly from manufacturer (it says 3 Qts on the box). Otherwise, the kettle is pretty basic and has greyish/greenish hue (another minor disappointment my wood stove appears comparatively darker). I, guess, after all twenty-something bucks just doesn't buy enough iron to make a true 3 Qt kettle...

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This product was shipped with the lid broken off and an actual break in one side of the kettle where the base meets the upper part. That might be excusable,.... except that it seems pretty clear that the seller knew it was damaged! The kettle itself was thrown upside down in its' box, which had clearly been previously torn open and was held together with a lot (a lot!) of shipping tape. Note the upside down part because the broken-off lid was sitting loose on top of the upturned base. Can't think of any way that that could have occurred during shipping. I was going to try to use it anyway, figured that it would probably work okay with the lid just sitting on it so I put water in it and put it on my wood stove where it promptly leaked a whole lot of water!! Pretty stinking shoddy! The kind of seller that would ship an item in this condition should not be on amazon.

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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Review of Harold Import Co. Inc. - Mini-Ladle

Harold Import Co. Inc. - Mini-Ladle
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These are really cute and tiny. Lovely serving spoons for dip, but very small. If you have a large crowd you might want larger spoons. I love these for small crowds or small items you are serving.

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Believe the reviews: these are tiny, but of very nice serving quality. I use them for dips, hot sauces, and soy sauce.

Sunday, August 31, 2014

Rachael Ray Bubble and Brown Stoneware Baker Set Review

Rachael Ray Stoneware 1-1/4-Quart and 2-1/4-Quart Oval Bubble & Brown Baker Set, Orange
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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I received these as a gift from my sister and LOVED them for about a year and a half. Then, the glaze on the small one (which I use most) began cracking. I do often use them for fish at high temps, but come on, they're BAKING dishes, they should hold up. It is now to the point where the whole dish is covered in a spider web of cracks. Last night, I made tilapia and when I pulled it out of the oven, all of the cracks were oozing this mysterious black/brown gunk!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am hoping to get a replacement and that this is a fluke because I really do love the color, shape, and easy cleanup. BUT, I also agree with previous poster's issue with the unglazed bottoms sweating. They WILL MOLD if you nest them and don't put a paper towel in there, even if you hand washed and especially if you used the dishwasher.

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I didn't think I would use these so often, but I do. I find myself looking for recipes to try, just to use these. They hold heat like you wouldn't believe, they actually cook everything evenly, and they are great to put under the broiler to get nice crisp crusts on casseroles.

The small size is absolutely perfect for a household of two people. It has allowed me to scale down my recipes to work for just two people, and still get the same quality that I would in the full scale version. The rounded sides are great and make it easy to scoop things out. They don't look very deep, but they can hold A LOT.

And, as cliche as it might be, they ARE great from going from the oven to table, and people really are impressed (plus, that makes less dishes to clean up, BONUS!!). Buy these, you will not be disappointed.

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These are great looking, colorful, and very useful bakers. I have several Rachael Ray sets and enjoy using them a lot. Now for the issue: I have bought two Bubble and Brown sets and in both sets, the 1 quart dish has cracked in a big way. The first one cracked then broke completely in half. The new one now has the beginnings of the same sort of crack. I have been careful to keep them away from abrupt temperature changes, water when hot, etc., so the fact that this has happened twice to the same dish makes me concerned that there is a production problem. I just cannot depend on these to deliver food to the table if they might break in half coming out of the oven. Not safe either. Has anyone else had this experience?

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Handle broke off in my hand when removing from the oven. Spilled boiling contents and ceramic everywhere. This design is very dangerous. Do not use. E-mailed company and received no response.

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I was baking chicken pieces at 400 and halfway through, the baker cracked in half. The smoke and mess in the oven was horrible and of course it also ruined dinner. Not happy.

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Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Best WMF Perfect Plus 8-1/2-Quart and 4-1/2-Quart Stainless Steel Deals

WMF Perfect Plus 8-1/2-Quart and 4-1/2-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cookers with Interchangeable Locking Lid
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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It is superb, in a short time everything is ready no leak no harsh noise no mess, food doesn't stick to the bottom ,steam release is fast and easy and secure,it is worth to pay for it as couple rather than single along with a glass lid and rim,I wish there was an extra Locking lid .

Try to buy extras for the rubber sealing ring and rubber valve on the lead.

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I bought this set (8-1/2 and 4-1/2 Quart with the glass lid) after my brother has one and hi just loves it. I wish I can give five stars, but mine did not turn out good. After the first use the safety rubber valve broke, and it became useless. I wrote a letter to Amazon Costumer care, and they responded quickly. The new safety valve is on the way.

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I bought this set and love it. You dont need anything else after you buy this forget about pots and pans, this is all you need if you want to eat and live healthy. Great quality solid stainless steel, not to heavy durable clean and great price for the set. You can use the bigger one if you have a party or lots of people coming over. Made in Deutschland what do you expect DAS BEST! Also we ve been using pressure cookers for over 30 years, this is the best we've purchased.

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I have had these for about a month. It is so totally different to the jiggling kind that I was a bit apprehensive (old dog/new trick).

I wanted a stainless pressure cooker, and a high quality one.

This set has exceeded my expectations. It is heavy enough, but not excessively so, enough to give me confidence to stand near it under pressure, but not so heavy that it is inconvenient.

I was particularly pleased that it was made in Germany, because of their reputation for quality, and I am not disappointed in the quality

I have used both sizes, and have been very pleased with the results.

Made my chili in the 8.5, very fast, tasted just like it always does in less than half the time.

Made stuffed pork chops (never would have thought this was possible) came out very good.

The only disappoint is that I can't find an additional pressure cover. Enjoying these so much I would like to use both at once, and try more recipes. I used pork chop recipe for hippressurecooking web site, very innovative recipes, not just steamed veggies

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Arrived in time, neat and very well designed. It's a WMF product made in Germany, what else can you expect .. :-)

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Sunday, August 24, 2014

Metrokane Rabbit Wine and Beverage Chiller Review

Metrokane Rabbit Wine and Beverage Chiller, Black
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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It does chill the bottle faster than putting it in the freezer, but it takes a little longer than 5 minutes, more like 10. It slips easily around every wine bottle I have used it on.

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Though I haven't tried this with wine yet, this is a great product to keep your baby's bottle or sippy cup cool in the summer, without taking up a lot of space in the diaper bag. It could also be used to keep breast milk chilled. So much better than bulky ice packs--and it covers more of the bottle's surface area too. It doesn't leave any wet condensation on your diaper bag contents. No zippers to open; you can quickly slide the bottle in and out of the sleeve without taking it out of the bag. Great for mom & dad's water bottles too!

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I purchased a few of these chillers as gifts for friends over the holidays. All of them say these chillers are fantastic. Very easy to use. Perform as advertised. Now, it's time to buy a few for myself!

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wine chiller, after freezing the sleeve, take it out place over the bottle and you'll have cold wine for at least 1 hour. Make sure to lay back flat in freezer so foil inside does not start peeling.

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I do not use this to chill my wine. I use to keep my wine cold on a hot summer day. Great for the boat!

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Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Best Evriholder Products Sweet Bytes Crust Cutter, Colors May Vary Deals

Evriholder Products Sweet Bytes Crust Cutter, Colors May Vary
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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A friend gifted me with a dinosaur bread crust cutter to use at childcare. While making snacks for the kids, I got to thinking that there were probably more shapes available. I went right to Amazon and was pleased to find several other shapes available. I liked the dinosaur gift cutter so much and found that the kids loved having shape sandwiches so I ordered the heart shapped cutter and another. The cutters are easy to use and the kids eat a more substantial snace when I use them. I received the product quickly and in pristine condition!

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This sandwich cutter does a decent job overall. The plastic usually cuts down into the sandwich but sometimes needs a little extra pressure or a knife to separate thick parts. It doesn't always fit the sandwich depending on the size of the bread but that is to be expected. But the kids that don't like crust love this cutter and I need to get more in different shapes/animals.

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I really appreciate how easily this crust cutter slices through a sandwich. It is lightweight and easy to clean but it does require a fairly large bread-size, in order to get the whole shape. Oftentimes, whole grain bread loaves are more "horizontal" than square, and the bread cutter doesn't fit at all. But if you prefer to eat lighter breads, or even white bread, it will likely be a perfect shape.

Nevertheless, it is a delightful shape, and I'm glad I purchased it.

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I find that these type of sandwich cutters work best when used directly on a cutting board. It allows you to put enough pressure to correctly cut the bread. If you don't want to haul out your cutting board, all you have to do is push down and tear the crust away. As other reviewers have stated, this item is slightly too big for a regular sized loaf of commercial bread. You can get around this problem by using a larger loaf of bread than usual or just cut it in the way that best fits your bread. Your kiddo probably won't notice. I used it tonight to cut pizza dough to make heart shaped pizzas to include in my son's Valentine's Day lunch for tomorrow. It worked perfect. I'd give it another star if it were slightly smaller.

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My daughter loves sandwiches but doesn't care for the crust. This takes care of the crust and makes big heart shaped sandwiches. This will be perfect when she goes to Pre-K in the fall when I have to start packing her lunches!

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Tuesday, August 5, 2014

Wusthof 8pcsteak 8-Piece Stainless-Steel Steak Knife Set Review

Wusthof 8pcsteak 8-Piece Stainless-Steel Steak Knife Set with Wooden Gift Box
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First off, let me say that we don't eat much steak any more (cholesterol problems). We're not steak knife experts who insist on some particular type of blade edge. We do NOT like big ugly steak-house-restaurant type knives on our table. And finally, we don't care a fig about how good or bad a storage box looks. Our knives are rarely stored for long because whenever we serve any meat or fowl, we've always put steak knives out with the flatware. And OH MY, this Wusthof set is *phenomenally* nicer than the equally simple but hysterically expensive black-handled ones from Germany that we've been using for decades. This is solid, sleek, hefty-feeling stuff. The design goes wonderfully with our other flatware ranging from fancy to plain (in fact, the steak knife is actually heavier than some of the flatware pieces sitting next to it on the table). And YES it DOES cut very well indeed -which is all hub & I ask from any knife!

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I have been looking for quality steak knives for a while now and when I saw these I thought they were not only beautiful to look at, but well made. We have been grilling a lot more now that we have them! They feel great in your hand and you can't beat the price. They wash well in the dishwasher too.

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Since I've gotten married recently, I've been introduced to "nicer" things that one normally wouldn't buy on their own. For example, silverware/flatware... who figured that once you get married it's awesome you get to have silverware/flatware that's priced at $150? For pretty much my entire life, I've always used hand me downs or that cheap stuff you get at Walmart ($20-range) and even my parents didn't have a nice set of silverware/flatware.

But the sad thing is that aside from my own collection of Wusthof kitchen knives and the nice Mikasa set I got for the wedding, I was still using my college days steak knives. The kind that really didn't cut well and was rusting in some places. After realizing how embarrassing it was, I decided to go on a quest to find new steak knives... Specifically with the following criteria:

1. The knives had to match the finish/color of my new Mikasa silverware/flatware.

2. The knives had to be less than $100 on Amazon.

3. Serration didn't matter.

With those 3 criteria, Amazon gave me a nice list and I narrowed it down based on appearance. In the end, it came down to the Wusthof I'm reviewing and the J.A. Henckels S.O.S. 8-Piece Stainless-Steel Steak Knife Set in Wood Gift Box. Both J.A. Henckels and Wusthof are considered top of the line European knives and in comparison, they perform nearly identical. I double-checked my research and made sure the J.A. Henckles were of the Zwilling variety and NOT the J.A. Henckles International variety. For those of you that didn't know, the "International" is the lower grade category of knives made by J.A. Henckles. The differentiation of the two can easily be identified by their logo, as International has "1 man" and the Zwilling has "2 men".

But in the end, I chose the Wusthof because I already own: Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu 6 inch Cooks Chef Knife, Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu 8 inch Carving Knife, Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu 6 inch Utility Knife, and the 8" Le Cordon Bleu Chef's Knife. Consider it partial brand loyalty.

Upon receiving the knives I noticed that they were genuine Wusthof knives and came in a nicely sized box. I noticed that the box itself looked nothing like the Amazon photo. It appears Wusthof has updated the "package" for the steak knives because the box is very similar to the one you would get at Williams-Sonoma (). The box is has a nice cherry finish and the emblem in the bottom right is that of the Wusthof logo. The one Amazon pictures is some kind of circular logo. Another difference is that instead of a latch for closing, the one I received had no latch and was closed via magnets inside the lid of the box.

On the inside, gone was the black felt that covered the top with the colored Wusthof logo. Instead, it was bare wood with the Wusthof name & logo stamped in black ink. The individual slots where the knives were held seemed much different than the original picture. There isn't as much wood and the black felt isn't laid out on the bottom either. Overall, the external aspect of the box seems to have improved but the inside of the box lacked the quality of the original picture.

As for the knives, they all came individually wrapped in plastic and have slight differences than the original pictured ones on Amazon. First and foremost, these knives are gorgeous and the nicest knives I've seen/used so far. They have a very nice polished appearance and yes, fingerprints will be left on them. I don't mind that because my Mikasa flatware have the same kind of finish and I got these primarily to match them. Trust me if you have these, people will likely compliment you.

The tip of the knife is slightly rounded rather than a sharp point. I'm not sure why they made the change, but you can still stab meat & other food items with it. I suppose they did it so it wouldn't break skin if it accidentally fell on your foot or something.

The opposite end of the knife (the handle) is a squared off edge vs the rounded one of the Amazon original picture. Again, not sure why the change but if you have the older set, just know these aren't going to match.

The serration is slightly different than that of the picture. Amazon's picture clearly shows the serration on each side, but these knives only have the serration on 1 side. The other side has no evidence of serration. However, don't let the 1-sided serration fool you. These knives definitely do cut through cooked meats like steak & chicken much better than my $20 Walmart knives. Even compared to steakhouse knives, these perform the job and that's all we really want when cutting into our meat, right?

Last but not least, the stamp on the knives clearly say Wusthof on it in capital letters with the Wusthof logo on one side of the knife. The original Amazon picture had "Wusthof Trident" in generic font with an older version of the Wusthof logo.

Overall, I'm extremely happy with these knives. They look and perform great and that's mainly the goal. The carrying case is improved on the exterior but slightly downgraded in the interior. I personally like the case and use it to store my knives, but others may just through it in the garbage. Highly recommended.

Oh and don't forget I posted pictures of the new knives so you could see the difference between Amazon's and mine.

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These are very good knives. Well balanced and easy to use. I would highly recommend them.

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I received these fantastic knives as a wedding gift in 2008. I love the knives as they are really beautiful I want to wear white cloth gloves with them when I use them because they are so shiney and perfect and I don't want to get my fingerprints on them! They aren't large and aren't clunky, but I always get compliments on them when I have company over. I use them in the dishwasher all the time and they have not lost their finish and beautiful shine at all.

5 stars for the knives themselves, but the box they came in is not nice at all and is falling apart after a year and a half of sparce usage. The box is of very low quality so don't expect a nice quality box. But thats probably why this set is so affordable. All in all, 4/5 stars I think is very fair, especially since you get some really nice knives for under a hundred bucks.

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