Sushezi Sushi Made Easy Review

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I looked at about 5-6 different sushi makers recently (including the $20,000 sushi robot). Sushezi seemed the best bang for the buck. It arrived today (along with a rice cooker) via Amazon Prime so I didn't even get a chance to get impatient about it.

I've made sushi for years now with the little bamboo mat. I'm pretty handy in general and have had good results with the primitive tools, but still get more than half of the attempts at rolls to have a few end pieces collapsing, the roll irregular, etc. I DO have a life and I don't want to spend it perfecting being a sushi chef.

The Sushezi does one thing and it does it well: it makes a perfect large sushi roll and it does it quickly. I was both cooking and talking on Second Life to a friend and I compared chat time-stamps. I assembled ingredients (the rice was ready before I started), cut up a few veggies, found and opened a nori package, scrounged some of that orange caviar from my freezer, fake crab, leftover smoked clams, cream cheese, etc. I made four rolls. 45 minutes after the chat start mark, I had uploaded a photo of a plate of samples of each roll and sent it to my friend. If you've ever made sushi before, you know that's absurdly fast.

The Sushezi has a solid feel to it. There's nothing small and delicate that's going to break and leave you with a worthless product (versus, say, those cheap plastic cookie presses).

I'm staying with the very solid 5-star rating, but there are some downsides. First of all, it really needs a narrow diameter counterpart. That is to say, a Sushezi roll that can be wrapped with half a nori sheet. (Note: I e-mailed the company asking about that and got a very quick reply saying that they didn't have such a device. Disappointed though I was, I appreciated the fast and honest reply.) Next, if you're into inside-out rolls, this won't work. It's not designed to, so there's no reason to take away points.

Finally, the company suggests other uses for the product. This is cool: Cheese logs and cookies as a bonus is good. However, I just want to make good, consistent sushi rolls and do it quickly and easily. Sushezi worked exacly as presented. As I said earlier, a lot of bang for the buck. You do sushi rolls? Get this.

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Love the maki! I have several kits that I have accrued over the years and this is far and away the best thing to come down the pike. With as often as I'm using the Sushezi, I know I'll wear it out. So, my only whine is that it's not as sturdy as an Abrams tank. Right now, I use half sushi rice and half brown rice (for the fiber); it holds together righteously. I think that with the pressure that can be applied with this apparatus I can move to all brown rice (pressure cooker cooked) at some point. I like this product so much that I took advantage of the four for three Amazon deal and sent them to my kids in other states. Aside from it not being made out of titanium, my only other concern is that I'm going to get fat as a piggy from making so much. (4jul2010) I thought I'd get fat as a piggy, but, I'm actually losing weight on the sushezi diet. I make and eat one to two rolls a day. I use plenty of protein sources for the filler and half brown rice for the roll. I cook the rice in a pressure cooker which makes it easy to combine different rices in a timely manner. For the filler I'll use imitation crab sticks, turkey spam (with pineapple), tuna, salmon, and, yes, bacon makes everything better. I'll do a smoked salmon with yochee fat free tzatziki. Ah, wasabi, curry and peanut butter make great seasonings. I'll add garlic powder to the rice wilst I cook it. Made thoughtfully, a sushi roll could be one of the healthiest foods to eat. Let your creativity run wild.

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It looks like a gimmick but it really works well. I've made nori sushi at home for many years using the traditional bamboo mat and have even experimented with a plastic press mold. The Sushezi is easy, quick, and produces a stuffing of rice and 'whatever' to roll in a sheet of nori (toasted seaweed) in a matter of moments. Excellent results. Easy clean-up. Inspires you to make your own nori sushi at home -often.

Gary Hayman

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This is a decent sushi maker, producing rolls that are sized to use 1 nori sheet (which I happen to find perfect, but apparently not all people do).

It took me three tries to figure out the perfect amount of rice, but since then, results have been consistent. The trick is to use a wee bit less than 1 Japanese cup (3/4th American cup) of sushi rice and fill it enough so it's a little hard to close. Packed right, it's actually going to be rather messy (rice oozing through the cracks).

I found two downsides: first, the quality is so-so. The front cap usually takes a couple tries to lock into place and the latches are a bit flimsy, considering that you have to forceclose the thing if you want tight sushi. Second, this device is overpriced! I know it's in line with other sushi makers, but this is nothing more than a PVC tube with latches and a plunger. I'm surprised that there aren't any $9 knockoffs.

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Good product. It does really make it easier to make maki sushi rolls. The only negative is that the diameter of the sushi rolls are a little large. As a result you use approxiomately 1 cup of rice per roll.

Discount Fissler 021 644 06 000 Blue Point 6-1/2-Quart Pressure Cooker

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The Fissler 6.5 qt pressure cooker is a thing of beauty. It's heavy, shiny and detailed to perfection. I did look at a Fagor at Macy's and wasn't impressed by the edges of the lid; it didn't seem that care was taken in the construction. Deciding to splurge on the Fissler because of the reputation of the company, I have no regrets. You can download the manual from their site if you'd like to familiarize yourself with the instructions and features.

If you've never used a pressure cooker before, remember the I Love Lucy episode where Ricky exploded the chicken and have concerns--don't worry. They have been rethought and reengineered to prevent such incidents. They are simply a pot with a locking lid. If you can drive a car, you can easily do this. There is a learning curve, mostly about time. Get a good cookbook on pressure cooking--anything by Lorna Sass will help--they all provide charts giving you an idea how long things will take to cook. Getting a Flame Tamer will also help--that's a round piece of cast iron that fits over the burner, you'll put the pressure cooker on top of that just to make sure the heat is even and the pot doesn't scorch.

If the idea of cooking foods in about 1/3 the usual amount time appeals to you, you need this.

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We just got this cooker and are very, very happy with it. Made in Germany, of 18/10 stainless steel and containing an aluminium layer in the base, this pressure cooker is sturdy and looks and feels well made. It's easy to use, and the instructions are simple and clear. It's a bit on the pricey end, however, you can find this cooker for a bit cheaper at other online retail stores, where coupons are offered (We got ours at stacks and stacks d-o-t c-o-m). If you're looking to invest in a pressure cooker that will last you a life time, this is definitely one to go with. The 6.5 quart (some places say 6.4) is perfect for cooking soups, stews and legumes (we eat lots of bean and legume dishes), for a family of 4.

Review Update: July 4, 2010

Just wanted to add a follow-up to the above review: After using the pressure cooker for more than half a year now, we are still really happy with its performance and durability. You can take apart virtually every piece of this cooker -that is, the handles, the plastic parts on the opposite sides of the handle responsible for monitoring the pressure, and the blue locking attachment on the handle top. This makes the necessary, periodic cleaning of these little areas far more accessible, keeping the whole unit clean and thus functioning properly. One minor quip I have, which has more to do with my area's hard water than the cooker itself, is that the inside of the cooker stains with use -but again, this happens to all my stainless steel pots and pans. Since our household keeps our cleaning chemical uses to the barest minimum, it takes quite a bit of elbow grease, vinegar and baking soda to keep the inside of the cooker nice looking. I just wanted to include this to tell prospective buyers that if you want the pressure cooker to keep its fantastic shine, be prepared to do some careful scrubbing and polishing! Depending on what one is making, the cooker may or may not be big enough for a family of four -we are a family of two, and this cooker suits us just fine. However, a larger family may find the larger cookers more useful, especially if you cook to keep leftovers for extra meals. To illustrate: this cooker can cook 4 or 5 cups of dried chickpeas, but if you're making a large pot of lentil soup right in the cooker, for example, it will probably give you 6 or 7 main servings.

I don't know what we were thinking all these years that we lived without this very useful piece. Hands down, if we had to buy a pressure cooker all over again, we'd certainly go with Fissler Blue Point. German engineering at its best!

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I bought a 6.5 qt. Fissler pc a few weeks ago and am really loving it. It's easy to use and clean. I researched whether to purchase a Kuhn Rikon or Fissler and decided I liked what people said about the Fissler better. I belong to a blog where people were discussing what they like about their pc's. I'm still experimenting with various receipes and also bought a couple Lorna Sass books to go along with the p. cooker. I was undecided what size of pc to purchase and am glad I didn't buy a bigger one, as it's good sized. What's good is that I can use it to make smaller portions as well with no difficulty.

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Beautiful appearance, but this pressure cooker arrived defective, never reaching high pressure, but leaking steam from valves. I can only speculate as to whether it was handled roughly in shipping or sat on a warehouse shelf too long. The pressure cooker has never worked properly and I bought it in January, 2012.

The only American Fissler service rep is in Los Angeles. Although the rep is very polite, I am extremely frustrated dealing with the lack of service on what I expected to be a premium product. Certainly a premium price.

Rather than send a replacement pressure cooker, I must deal with mailing the lid back and forth. Still waiting.

I now wish I had bought a cheaper pressure cooker (Fagor) in my own town where service or returns are much easier when necessary.

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This cooker is so convenient and easy to use. I purchased it for my new Wolf induction cooktop. Cleanup was a breeze. Highly recommend. Ordering and delivery was quick!

Discount Frabosk two 9 inch 6 inch set Induction Heat Diffuser Plate

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I had to use my aluminum canner on the burner of our gas grill because I have an induction range. I can once again can in my air-conditioned kitchen. I would highly recommend these plates to anyone who has an aluminum canner or aluminum pots and pans and wants to continue to use them on their induction range or cooktop. I wish I had not waited so long to purchase these!!!

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Very happy with the purchase. Saved my good cookware from becoming yard sale fodder. Large diffuser works great. The small size, not so much. Requires longer cooking times at higher temps.

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Reviews of Staub 2.5-Quart Hexagon Saute Pan/Braiser

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I love this pan except that I have had to be careful what I cook in it. It's good for braising and for slow baking but it can be difficult to clean at times. Food particles can collect in the honey comb pattern on the bottom of the pan and they can be difficult to get out. Using plenty of moisture when cooking with this pan is key. The points in the lid of the pan help distribute the moisture back to the food. The pan is a nice weight and I prefer the side handles over a long pan handle. The handles don't take up any space so it's easy to use on the stove, in an oven, and make it very easy to store the pan without worrying about needing space for a long handle to take up. All in all, I am happy with this pan.

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I just purchased this pan to replace the saute/braiser pan that I had, a Calphalon pan that was looking dismal after 2 years of nearly daily use. I was trying to decide between Le Creuset (I have their 7 qt dutch oven that I also adore) and this pan. I decided to take the leap from LC to Staub and have been very happy with this pan. So far the big differences I have noticed between LC and the Staub have been that the Staub has 2 small handles on the side versus the long handle on the LC that can bump into things and crowd the range just like my Calphalon pan did. It is lighter weight than its LC counterpart (I was at an upscale cookware store checking them out in person). Not to say that the Staub is by any means a light panits cast iron and still weighs a ton, just slightly less than the LC saute pan I handled at the store. The BIG thing that I really like is that the interior of the Staub is a matte black ceramic. Despite my best efforts with my LC dutch oven, eventually the cream colored enamel did become stained. Its only aesthetic, but it does make the dutch oven seam dirty even when it is not. That won't be a problem at all with the Staub pan.

If you need a braiser/saute pan, I would definitely give this pan consideration, especially if you like to cook with ceramic/enamel cookware and are accustomed to the special care they need. This pan is serving me very well already and I wish I had ditched my Calphalon anodized aluminum pan sooner! And the color I pickedsapphire blueis stunning and cheery in my kitchen!

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It's suitable size to use in common house. This product's gradation is so artistic that it's beautiful whenever I see.

So I put this pan on the stove. I'm very satisfied with this pan.

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When I first purchased this Staub braiser (I own the 7 qt oval cocotte), I was a little wary because of the other reviews. I've owned this item for almost four months, and can say that I'm not sure why others have problems with sticking food or have difficulty with cleaning. I have cooked all sorts of meat (except fish), vegetables and rice dishes and have not had a problem with sticking. I use it for everything, from browning beef to making tikka masala, to pan frying chicken. For cleanup, I simply fill it with water, and let it sit for an hour or so and then everything wipes off perfectly with a paper towel.

I love love love this braiser and am so happy that I purchased it!

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I use this almost everyday because the size is perfect for a meal and leftovers. My biased opinion is that food tastes better when cooked in a cast iron pot, and so far my meals have turned out wonderfully delicious. Curries, stews to frying baked potatoes and onions ... It is truly a versatile kitchen must have. This is my fourth Staub purchase and I love the brand.

Nordic Ware Multi Pot-Color May Vary Review

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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.

Discount Milton SS015 Regent 2.5 Liter Stainless Steel Casserole

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Milton is a good enough name in india when it comes to casseroles...but unlike other miltons that my mom used to use this one didnt have a good finish...BUt the thermal insulation in the product is great!...I have managed to make curds in it ..in winter..by pouring wamn milk and a spoon of danone...to put it to test...considering it made the curds in 6-8 hours...i think it maintained the termperature good enough. rest i used it for regular dinners mainly in winters as my foods cools down really fast...functionally..the product works for me..only if the finish of the black trim was better ..i would have given it 5 stars...its all quite pricey with the shipping...53$..so 1 star out for that too.

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Excellent Dishes. I haven't tried trying to keep anything cold, but for keeping food HOT these are wonderful. Great for transporting food, or when you get some parts of the meal ready quicker than others or when you are going to have a delay.

I have not noticed any chipping, but have not had the set long.

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Based on the picture and the description of "stainless steel" casserole, I expected this to be a bit more substantial. It looks and feels like a lightweight, plastic container.

I used it this weekend as an insulator to make yogurt (the purpose for which I bought it) and it worked fine, so it did maintain the temperature.

The main problem I have with it is that the lid is very hard to lock into place and once locked, it very hard to get back out. I am not sure if mine is just a dud, or if this model just has a poorly fitting lid-lock. None of the other reviews mentioned a problem with the lid locking into place, so maybe it is just mine.

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This product is excellent. Whenever I make Biriyani I transfer to this container. It stays real hot for 6 hours.

If we use microwave for heating up the food becomes dry. But in Milton (this product) this do not happen.

Thanks to amazon for getting this product for me.

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I can't say enough about this product! These insulated servers really work! I use my set almost every day at dinnertime! They really do keep foods hot or cold for hours! I can fix one dish for a meal ahead of the rest and just put it in my insulated server and I don't have to worry about keeping it nice and hot! I have even used them when I have to take a dish for a holiday or "get together". I never have to reheat or refrigerate the contents. These are definitely well worth the money!

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I got this from warehouse deals for $30. These are hard anodized and heat up very quickly on a backpacking stove If you are cooking pancakes make sure you have a flame-adjustable stove. Good quality for the price, neither flimsy nor too thick. They are lightweight. Every thing has an handle, nice to have may be it adds up slightly to the weight for me it's negligible. Every pot has a lid, only the smallest one has a strainer and the bend for the easy liquid flow. Only the pan has the rough surface on the bottom rest are plain. I didn't feel any gliding off the stove (stove I use is primus omnifuel has lower gravity and some grip) during cooking/even boiling pot full of water. Very satisfied with the cook set for backpacking.

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This is a sturdy compact camping cook set. The handles fold around the pots so that the pots and lids stack inside each other and fit into a travel bag. The handles are insulated so they can be handled without gloves. I am happy with this purchase.

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This set looks bigger than it really is so don't laugh too hard when you open the bag. However, it is a great set for one or two people in a small camper, small trailer, small rv, tent or backpacker. We are looking forward to using this!

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I have always liked the Farberware cookware for over 30 years. The steel pots are perfect. I am not crazy about the non-stick ones, wish they had covers too, and a bit heavier. Besides, I don't care for non-stick surface as much because it could leave toxins after a scratch. I like the glass lids, they are easier to clean. The size of most pots in this set is fairly small which you may not realize from the size provided in quarts, but appropriate for a small household's kitchen. Overall, it's a pretty good quality set for the price compared to all those other brands with highly inflated prices.

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I have owned my Farberware for 12 years and love it.It was made in the USA. So when I wanted to get cookware for my daughter, Farberware was my 1st choice.I ordered a "10 piece classic set" from Amazon(They sent it through another shipper but it came on time and was well packed)

When the set came my daughter cooked oatmeal in the small sauce pan for 3 mornings and noticed the finish on the bottom of the pan was chipping off I called the plant and they said that they would replace it. Before I could send it back we used one of the larger pans and noticed it had a small chip in the bottom and was discolored on the sides and bottom. I looked for the warranty which said it was "limited lifetime" but didn't cover discoloring and a lot of other things. This was STAINLESS STEEL. It didn't say what was meant by "lifetime" so I guess it was the lifetime of the pan, which was 3 days in this case.I then checked to see where it was made and it was Thailand. I called the plant again and they don't make anything in the USA anymore.I boxed it all up and returned it.I learned most cookware is made overseas now, so I don't know what to buy. But it won't be Farberware. It is a bunch of junk! I'm hoping some other factories overseas are better, they couldn't be any worse.

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I love the farberware cookware. the pots are perfect. some lightweight pots my wife purchased actually warped and thus rattled on the stovetop. since i am the cook, it drove me crazy. i threw them out in less than a month. the only "problem" and the reason for 4 not 5 stars is the non-stick pans. I hate the non stick surface because they scratch and can leave toxins in the food . cant convince my wife that you must use wooden utensils, so i just threw them out

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Great value for the price. I have always found Faberware quality to be trustworthy. I recommend this set for everyday use for a small family. The pots are not big so if you cook for a lot of people, this is not the set for you.

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Received this set UPS today and returned to Amazon.com today also. Made overseas from thin cheap steel. Faberware has sold out their reputation by backing these sets of poor quality stainless steel. Bought individual pieces made by Hamilton Beach from a local kitchen store and got better quality and a better price.

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This terrific bottom-of-the line coffee maker works like a champ. Its cone-shaped filter provides a rich full brew even without a "slow drip" option. Unless a flat-filter is exquisitely well sprayed and the water disperser stays clean and unclogged over time, the cone filters beat the flat-bottomed for taste and this is the only cheap coffee maker that has the cone that I could find.

Unlike many carafes, including expensive ones, the Hamilton-Beach carafe has a well shaped top so that coffee pours smoothly and quickly yet without spilling over the sides. People have complained that it lacks an automatic shut-off switch but one can either remember to shut it off manually or in a worse case scenario, scrub the carafe clean and remember to shut it off the next time. This works as well as my high-end Krups, and unlike the Krups may be poured quickly without spilling.

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My wife and I have had this coffee maker for a little over three weeks and we use it every morning. We have not had any problems with it at all so far. It keeps the coffee very hot, and is actually pretty quiet while it's brewing the coffee. We love this coffee maker.

It is getting very difficult to find a basic coffee maker these days. Basic meaning.... not all the now common bells and whistles on it like clocks, timers, iPod connection, radios, auto grinders, programmable this programmable that, etc... I just want a coffee maker to be just a "coffee maker". Simple. This Hamilton Beach coffee maker is just that. By the way..... "cone" style filters are much better than the "basket" type because with the "cone" style, the coffee is more condensed, concentrated and therefore more flavorful using less coffee than with a "basket" type.

In this day and age with commonplace becoming the expensive instant gratification brewing systems such as the Keurig, forget it. A complete waste of money. Just because it's new does not mean it's a good idea. Get one of these traditional type Hamilton Beach "cone" style coffee makers before the "basic" concept disappears forever. Much less $$ to use and the coffee taste's better anyway!

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All I look for in a coffeemaker is an on/off switch and a flavorful cup of hot coffee. It used to be easy finding inexpensive ones meeting that critera, but not so much anymore. The big box stores stock cheap Mr. Coffee models, and we've bought a few over the years. They work well, but Mr. Coffee carafes spill, and never show any sign of improvement. I decided to look elsewhere before buying another.

Unfortunately WalMart sells a $9 Rival 12 cup coffeemaker. It's a cheapskate's nightmare. One use in our kitchen was enough to search anew for a replacement--it has a poorly made filter basket, makes tepid coffee and spills. Out it went.

After reading the good reviews for the Hamilton Beach 12-cup coffeemaker, I decided to order one online as I can't find it locally. This cheapskate's happy again. It makes a great tasting cup of hot coffee and pours without spilling, all for under $20. My faith in an inexpensive coffeemaker is restored.

12-26-12 UPDATE: I notice a few poor reviews. It's been nine months since I purchased this coffee pot. It still makes hot, good coffee, doesn't spill or leak. Even if it broke tomorrow, I think I got my $20 worth, and I wouldn't hesitate to buy another.

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Great, inexpensive coffee maker. Manual, no auto off, just a big on/off button. But it does pause midway while you pour yourself a coffee. Uses #4 cone filters. Cone filters are preferred over basket ones as it concentrates the coffee more. Makes good coffee. What more is there to say?

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A very good basic coffee maker. I only have two issues.

1. Lack of auto shut off (I realized this before purchase but this could improve the product)

2. The hot plate is too hot and burns the coffee very quickly. It brews a great cup but if it sits for more than ten minutes it starts to taste burnt.

Buy Konitz Angel 12-Ounce Mugs, Set of 4, Assorted Designs

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I ordered two sets of these mugs last year for our first Angel tea in memory of a dear friend from church. They were a gift to each of the ladies I invited to be at my table. They were an affordable gift as I had to buy for eight. I can always find something on Amazon to help me out with gifts and other needs as well.

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These mugs are absolutely beautiful. The picture doesn't do them justice. If you are an angel lover, these are for you.

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I recently broke one of my husbands beloved mugs, and it couldn't be replaced. So, I purchased this set. He loves them!

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Love the design and quality of the mugs. They are a perfect addition to my dinnerware collection! Very happy with them

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These mugs are nicely made and comfortable to hold.

Size works for me also. Good purchase and a reasonable price!

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These are essentially the bowls from the professional quality Riedel Vinum glasses produced without stems. By doing without stems you get a glass that neatly fits in the dishwasher, and save about $10 per glass compared to the stemmed Riedel. I have been using these for several months and they are fabulous. Since they are non-lead crystal, they develop the bouquet due to microscopic "pores" that non-crystal glassware lacks. They really gleam, right out of the dishwasher. Best of all, the rims are thin and smooth, which is the luxury feel that premium glassware is all about.

If you are wondering which to buy as an "all purpose" red glass, I prefer the syrah/shiraz glass over the cabernet/merlot, even though I drink mostly cabernet. The syrah glass is just a bit taller and more graceful. But the difference is minor.

I have been a wine "nut" for over 20 years, and these glasses are teriffic. Buy them, and feel safe using them daily. They will improve the enjoyment of every wine you drink, from Gallo to Lafite

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I really enjoy these glasses, and not just because of their interesting and classy appearance! They are quite thin (esp the rims) and feel delicate, yet at the same time feel surprisingly well balanced in the hand. In my opinion, they have proved themselves to be very durable, especially for such a thin glass (see my dishwasher testimony to follow!). The shape enables the consumer to really enjoy the nose of the wine.

I bought a large quantity of the cab/merlot glasses for a party we were having with a large amount of wine. They were an absolute hit all the way from the casual wine drinkers to several true wine conoisseurs present. Everyone loved the stemless presentation (and they were so popular that they drank both whites and reds out of them). Little did they know I had only paid $8 a glass! Someone commented that they had just read a NYT article on these, so they will probably be a hot item this '04 holiday season.

Even better... I was hesitant to put them through the dishwasher due to the rim thinness which I interpreted as a higher risk to break. However, given the number of glasses we had to wash, we went ahead and put them through the dishwasher after the party (some even on the bottom rack without my knowledge!). I figured with the number we had to wash we may lose a few but same some time.. Much to my surprise, not a single one of them broke they came out beautifully. The dishwasher is an old one too, so I also expected them to be at a higher risk for breakage due to the rougher nature of older dishwashers!

I do not think that hand warming is really going to be a problem with the stems in absentia most of the time you just pick the glass up for a moment to appreciate a sip. Also, the bowls are so large that you can easily (and comfortably) hold them more towards the top of the glass where the wine isn't sitting I have done this myself when I have walked around the house or the party with my glass. (In general you are only going to have wine in the bottom of the bowl anyway!)

In addition, for those who prefer to avoid leaded crystal due to concerns of lead leeching into the wine, these glasses are an excellent option as they are made of glass instead of leaded crystal!

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My husband and I love these glasses... so much easier than worrying about breaking a stem, but still Riedel's signature shape that makes drinking wine fun. We get tons of compliments on them.

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We first saw and used these glasses at an up-scale wine tasting shop in Las Vegas and knew we had to buy some. The glass allows the wine to breathe and the bouquet to reach the nose. The best part is that there are no stems to break or spilled wine from being knocked over! (A tipped glass will actually balance itself without spilling any wine.) It's the Riedel Vinum glass without the stem and it is fun to see guests' reaction to the stemless Riedel. Try it; you'll like it!

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These babies make the perfect gift. Like Weebles they don't fall downand they survive very well in the dish washer even thou they are delicate. Wine for me is an obsession so I'm always looking for something to enhance the experience. I've already given out 8 sets as gifts and what I do is bundle them with a Dean and DeLuca corkscrew and a copy of the new book Oldman's Guide to Wine. Together the 3 make the ultimate wine lover's "new new" care pack!

Bialetti Arte Collection Cookware Saute Pan, 8-Inch Reviews

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Great fry pan -love the depth of the pan and it cooks so even. You will use less oil for frying up veggies with this nonstick pan. Note: I have the complete set and love all the pans!!

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Because of health issues we have to cook some separate meals. I already owned on of these and liked enough to buy a second. It cooks evenly and the coating is well done, The pan is easy to wash and attractive.

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A friend bought me a set of pots and pans and this pan was part of it. I use this pan SO often that I went searching online to find another. It's sturdy and very non-stick. It's the first pan everyone tries to find when searching in the cabinet. So glad I found this as a single piece!

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This is a great nostick coated pan. It has a special nonstick coating that does not have the chemicals that we fear in teflon cookware. The price was reasonable and it fills my need for a small frypan. It would have been nicer if it had a lid. I gave it four stars because the outside if the frypan does not have the same nonstick quality as the inside of the frypan. Food sticks to the outside and burns on and is not easy to keep clean.. Other than that I really like it.

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It's very comfortable to use cooks evenly and is a breeze to clean. I am absolutely delighted with it.

Buy Amco Stainless Steel 5-Piece Utensil Set

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True, these utensils are probably not as heavy as a more expensive stainless steel set, but they are certainly durable enough and a welcome alternative to the plastic sets typically in the same price range. I took a gamble on ordering these after reading a couple of the negative reviews. Given some of the negative reviews, I half expected them to be hardly heavier than aluminum foil, but this is far from the case. This set will last you a long time. I am very pleased with these utensils and would recommend them to anyone who has been wanting to switch from the cheap and likely toxic plastic sets but can't afford the $10 per stainless steel utensil you typically see them for. Be sure to get a bamboo spatula or other alternative for your nonstick pans, though : )

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A very versatile productgood inside the home and also outside at the grill.

Very sturdy and easy to clean. Wish I had purchased before I actually did.

Thank you.

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Good stainless steel! No rust no matter how many times it goes thru the dishwasher.

Tools are well sized for most pans.

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I was disappointed in these. They are made of very thin stainless steel. I expected something way more substantial. I realize they're pretty inexpensive, but I have $1.75 utensils from the restaurant supply store that are FAR better than these.

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These were larger than I expected But, still not to heavy for a lot of use. The finish was nice for display in my kitchen.