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Monday, January 12, 2015

Cheap Le Creuset Stoneware Tea Cup for 1, Marseille

Le Creuset Stoneware Tea Cup for 1, Marseille
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I absolutely love my new tea cup for 1. It makes the perfect cup of tea every time. I received this as a gift along with some herbal teas. Perfect gift idea.

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Monday, December 8, 2014

Paricon Inc. 605 Snow Block Maker (Pack of 12) Review

Paricon Inc. 605 Snow Block Maker
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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This thing does what it promises. The only thing was that it said "Pack of 12" in the title and so I was expecting 12 of these things so everyone could play and build at once -but I only received ONE. Not as fun. If more than one of you will be building, definitely get more than one and don't be fooled by the misleading verbiage in the listing. Bummer.

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Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Certified International Caliente 4-Piece Canister Set Review

Certified International Caliente 4-Piece Canister Set
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I love these!! I got them quickly and they were packed so well. I can't believe they arrived without a scratch. They are so pretty and I've received so many compliments on them and everybody who comes into my kitchen notices them immediately. I love how the lids seal on and keep out any moisture. These are wonderful and well worth the money.

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This set looks great on the kitchen counter nice plastic seal on the top. The colors are bright and intense.

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I was exactly what we were looking for as we redecorate our kitchen, not too bold & not to modern. Really enjoy not only the presentation but the size, but especially the price. MY husband & I could both agree on

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Love, love, love these beautiful cannisters. Best of all, they are large enough to hold a bag of flour or sugar. As others have said, the seals are not really tight but I think they will be fine. I've been looking for a while for pretty cannisters large enough to be really useful and these fit the bill. Most cannisters have removable seals which don't work well and fall out of the containers. The seals included with these slide over the ceramic and stay there. Did I say how pretty they are?

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The picture does this absolutely no justice. It is such an amazing product, and the colors pop and are SOOOOO bright! This was the cheapest I found on the net anywhere for these. They go amazing in my chili kitchen. I highly recommend these canisters.

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Sunday, October 19, 2014

Reviews of All-Clad Stainless Tongs

All-Clad T112 Stainless Steel 12-Inch Locking Tongs Kitchen Tool, Silver
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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This is the perfect tool for moving and turning over items (such as meats) because you get better grip and leverage than you would using a spatula. I also use it for manipulating items in large bowls when I'm marinating, coating, etc. The "locking" feature helps save space when storing in my drawer. The only drawback I've found with the relatively "flat" ends of this tong is that with some items, especially slippery things like raw chicken thighs, it's hard to get a good grip. So I wish they would also come out with a version which has more rounded ends for better grip capability.

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I'm an All-Clad fanatic. I have their pots and pans, their measuring cups, and most of my cooking utensils are All-Clad. All of them have exceeded my expectations in its quality, design, and utility, except this one. Thank goodness I didn't pay for them (I got this as a bonus gift to buying bunch of other All-Clad pots and pans) b/c unlike other All-Clads, they are NOT worth the price! The locking mechanism is not designed well -it takes a little more effort than my other tongs to lock and unlock during cooking, which might not seem much, but it becomes a huge nusiance when you use it as much as me. But what's most disappointing is that the end of the tongs are so flat (my other tongs curve inward slightly so that it will hold onto food better) that unless I use extra force to hold onto the food, it just slips out (talk about hands cramping!). Like others have commented here, it looks beautiful, but in terms of getting things done in the kitchen, it fails miserably.

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These are really quite beautiful and well made tongs. The finish and weight are first rate. The problem is, at least on the set that I bought, that the spring rate is too high. I found them fatiguing after a very short period of use, and it's not as though I lack hand strength.

In contrast, I recently bought a set of the Oxo tongs, and they are much, much more usable. Not quite as nicely finished, but they also lock and are sprung much better. I think they were a bit less expensive as well.

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These are in a word, horrible. They simply do not work. The "teeth" are

flat (no curvature) to clamp/bite into food. You have to exert extra

force on the handle to keep food from slipping out of tongs. Judging

by the workmanship I'd say these were made overseas. Clearly not up

to All Clad's standard of craftmanship. I bought the Rosle brand to

replace All Clad's tongs, the Rosle is far superior. I use All Clad's

cookware but some of their tools leave much to be desired.

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These All-Clad 12-Inch Locking Tongs are great. I have been using Amco locking tongs (8-in., 12-in., 14-in. sizes), but I like this 18/10 gauge stainless steel better than their 18/8 gauge. I use the lock mechanism when leaving them in a sink, setting them beside the range, drip drying them in the dish drainer, and storing them in a drawer. I use the tongs everyday for almost any kind of cooking, except for when I use a nonstick pan. Then I use Calphalon nylon tongs. I'm glad All-Clad is making utensils now.

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Thursday, October 16, 2014

Best J.A. Henckels International Eversharp Pro 5-Inch Stainless-Steel Deals

J.A. Henckels International Eversharp Pro 5-Inch Stainless-Steel Utility Knife
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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Whenever my husband and I are in the kitchen together preparing dinner, one of us waits until the other is finished cutting to use this knife. It slices through tomatoes without ruining them. We use it for cutting everything.

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I sometimes wonder if these reviews are all about the same item. This serrated knife is great. It isnt like it was $100 so while you cant expect $100 value in a $9 knife, I think it is worth 3x the price. I love serrated knives for some reason. I read some reviews and saw someone say they could cut veges thin with it. I have to think she was using a different product because I have zero problem cutting things to a transparent thickness. I actually love it for cheese. I also love it for meats. I hate those little steak knives that come with the sets. At least this one feels like you have something in your hand and it gives you great leverege or however you spell that word. I use it for everything from cutting a tomato to cutting rolls and meats and cheeses. I actually liked it so much that I just bought more of them. I dont see how the tip breaks off like a couple people said. I do clean mine by hand and dont put it in the dishwasher but I dont see how that should matter. I never had a very expensive serrated knife and now I dont see why I would ever need one. I would just as soon buy another one for the lousy $9 if something happened to the ones I have. These reviews make it so tough to rely on as I am looking for something in a different area and things have 300 5 star reviews and than 10 people give the product 1 star and it throws off your thinking. It makes it very tough to buy things based on reviews. Not many things have all 5 star reviews, if any. So when every product has both 5 star and 1 star reviews, you have to wonder if they are talking about the same product. Not counting the broken out of the box problems because I suppose that can happen. Oh well! I think this knife is fabulous especially for the price

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It's hard to go wrong with any Henckels knife. That said, I read other reviews and thought that this knife would be an improvement for cutting vegetables for my salads. Wrong. The serrated blade tends to shred mushrooms rather than cut them thinly, and my tomatoes, also fairly soft, get mushy in the cutting. So, for softer items, this knife loses a star with me. On the other hand, it slices firmer items just fine, such as bread, sandwiches, meats, onions and celery and semi-ripe avocados. Again, though, I had no luck slicing anything thinly with this knife. Here is information from the tag which is helpful: (1) micro-serrated edge; (2) heavy weight stamped; (3) triple riveted handles with stainless rivets; (4) fully visible tang construction; (5) breakproof, dishwasher safe (handwashing recommended); (6) made in Thailand; (7) contour black polypropylene handle and (8) fully guaranteed against defects in material and/or craftsmanship. The label also includes a website if you have other questions. I like the weight of the knife in general, and the handle is substantial, balanced and easy on my hand.

In the event that there are any material problems with the knife, I know from personal experience that Henckels has a terrific guarantee. I recently contacted them about a paring knife that was over 25 years old with a bent blade. I mailed the knife back to Henckels, and they sent me a new knife; all I paid was the cost of the postage back to them; they gave me the new knife and paid the postage back. So, I already know that if this knife does not hold up over time, Henckels will stand behind their product.

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This is my 2nd one of this specific knife.

I bought a second because it is the ONE knife I use for almost all my cutting and prepping.

Interestingly, my first one I purchased about 7 yrs back was from Japan.

I have never had to resharpen this knife. EVER!

This one is from China. I tried to compare and find a flaw but the knife is perfect.

Super sharp and extremely well balanced in the hand.

Japan vs. China.... I don't see any difference.

They must still be following the Henckel manufacturer's strict specifications.

I would recommend this to any intermediate and professional chef.

It is very sharp and unforgiving for a very beginner cook so be careful.

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This is a wonderful knife, always sharp, just the right size for almost all food preparation. It chops, slices, cuts. Very comfortable to use.

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Saturday, October 11, 2014

Hawkins Classic Aluminum Pressure Cookers Review

Hawkins Classic Aluminum 5.0 Litre Pressure Cooker
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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All our birds and their own chicks have flown the nest so our big pots and pans are of little use to us. We were unaware that pressure cookers are available in small sizes until we watched an Indian recipe video. Locating a supplier in Canada met with no success but Amazon.com offered this product Hawkins Classic Aluminum 2.0 Litre Pressure Cookerin a wide range of sizes and we selected the two litre cooker which turned out to be ideal. The 2 litre cooker allows ample servings for two persons and we use it for all sorts of cuisines and recipes, Indian, European, Chinese, and North American especially. Just a couple of drawbacks for aging hands and eyes the method of fitting and sealing the lid requires some practice, and the handle-locking device gets very hot and can deliver a nasty burn if you forget to use a mitt. Pressurizing and safety devices work well and the cooker is a breeze to clean and care for. We are delighted with results so far.

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Hawkins Pressure Cooker is really good. I had a "Prestige" earlier in which the washer broke and got misplaced. So, I bought this one. Prestige was leaking out water every time it whistled and made a mess of everything. Hawkins never leaks, when it whistles. And it cooks everything thoroughly. So, it does what it is supposed to do damn well. And that is all that is needed. The only thing about Hawkins that is a little bit of a problem is opening the lid and closing it. It can sometimes be frustratingly difficult to do that. But, this is just a minor trick that you need to get used to. So, everything considered, this is a great pressure cooker.

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I have 5 pressure cookers, ranging from 12 liter to 6, 4, 3 (one that cooks at 12lbs of pressure instead of 15) and one that is 1.5 L. The makers arePresto, Mirro, Fagor, and Hawkins, some have the pressure Fob and some don't. The 3L that cooks at 12lbs of pressure is useless in my opinion, it should cook at 15. I did not know that when I bought it, so when it did not cook as fast as the other pressure cookers, I called the manufacturer and only then found out that it cooks at 12 instead of 15lbs. I have a Hawkins 1.5L and absolutely love it, its great for one or two people. So I bought the 3L and its just a wonderful. In my opinion, anyone that spends more for their pressure cooker for what you can purchase a Hawkins for, is wasting their hard earned money. Also, I use my cookers at least three times a week, so I have a very good understanding of pressure cookers, and what works and what doesn't. I really like mine, and I hope you will too. BTW, I have no affilitation with them what so ever. Randy

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This is not the first Hawkins product that I have purchased but this one is fast. The one think that caught me by surprise was how the pressure works and the sound it makes during cooking. I was not accustomed to hearing that so it scared me at first because I thought it was going to blow the weight or gasket, instead of a constant whistle it made short burst of steam. Overall I am satisfied with this product.

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This pressure cooker is perfect and exactly same as that in India. Great going Amazon. Please continue to support and produce these kinds of great results.

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Friday, September 26, 2014

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Metrokane Velvet Champagne and Wine Sealer
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I bought this since I'm not a casual wine drinker so I wanted something cheap that I could use every now and then. I used it about 4 or 5 times and on the 5th time I guess I unscrewed it a little too hard and the twist top popped up too much. After that, the inside stopper stopped expanding no matter how much I twisted either which way.

How I fixed it: I simply pressed the round part in the stopper while twisting it clockwise, then counter-clockwise...and it worked the same way again!

Hope this helps anyone with the same problem.

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I work in the wine industry and am always looking for a sealer that keeps champagne and other sparkling wines sealed completely. This is the best; stays tight enough, even when I'm driving around all day and my wine is riding in my trunk. I have used it with about every bottle red, white, etc.

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When I used to drink wine with my wife, I had 2 options drink the rest of the bottle or throw it out. I have been using this device for the past 3 months, and I am glad I did. Now I can enjoy a single glass and drink the rest later. I have kept a bottle of champagne for up to 2 weeks and the last glass is as good as the first. I just had a glass of wine that I opened 1 month ago and it still tastes the same. The ease of use and its cost is an advantage in addition to its primary function. I strongly recommend this product. It should go with every bottle of wine that you take to a friend's house for dinner.

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I have just received my wine sealer by Metrokane.

I sealed the first bottle right after pouring my first glass of wine. the next day, it tasted just as fresh as the first day. Noticeably much better than it would have if it had just been sealed with the cork. On the third day (sunday) i had the wine again, and it was still surprising good. one could tell that this was not the freshest of wines but it was not bad either. it was still very drinkable and most of the favors and greatness of the wine from the first day were still there.

Additionally, I have had my father try the wine on all three days and when asked how it tastes on the third day he said its quite fine. On the 8th day after the wine was first opened we taste tested it yet again. We were all very surprised to find a tasty wine, still rich and full!!!

I bought two of these and an looking forward to be able to enjoy wine at my own pace as opposed to being pressured to consume the entire thing in one day.

great product. one really should go with every gift of wine!

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This little device will make it a lot easier to keep my New Year's resolution to drink champagne more often!

After hosting an open house on Christmas, I had one half-finished bottle open and decided to test this little gadget, which had been lingering in the drawer, unused. Lo and behold, yesterday (almost 2 weeks later), I decided it was time for a glass of champagne. I twisted the top open and the champagne was still in excellent condidition, with plenty of efferevescence.

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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Cheap Cast Aluminum Casserole Dish - Style KTALCASS

Cast Aluminum Casserole Dish - Style KTALCASS
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I love this pot, I had been making do with a crummy cheap pot that I got at the store (in order to get a decent one you had to buy an entire set) I finally got sick of stuff burning on the bottom and it being hard to clean (even though it was non stick) so i sent for this pot. What a difference! Very good weight, even heating and easy cleaning. The only thing I would change would be to make the handles cooler to the touch if possible. Other than that, it's a great pot and plenty big enough to cook up a couple days worth of stew, etc.

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Friday, September 19, 2014

Discount CorningWare French White 17-Piece Bake and Serve Set

CorningWare French White 17-Piece Bake and Serve Set
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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The original "French White" Corningware was made of their famous pyroceramic glass, which could be used on the gas stove, put directly in the freezer, put under the broiler right from the freezer, and oh yes, also used in a microwave. And it was very unlikely to shatter if dropped. If you pounded on it with a hammer and nail you might have gotten it to break.

When World Kitchens bought the license from Corning, they decided to halt production of a line of cookware that would take anything and last forever, and dupe customers, especially brides, into thinking the stoneware "French White" was the same thing as the wonderful French White pyroceramic cookware previously available.

The pattern is attractive and can be used with any decor, but this stuff is not, repeat, really not, what people mean when they say "Corningware."

Le Creuset can do most of the above mentioned, but it being metal you cannot use it in the microwave. Stoneware cannot go on top of the stove, and repeated trips from the freezer to the oven will eventually cause it to craze and crack. And being stoneware, it will also chip, and break if dropped, etc. Pyrex glassware cannot go on the gas stove although you can take it from the freezer to the oven, and also microwave it.

The only product which could do anything was pyroceramic, and World Kitchens has chosen to remove it from the market because it is "too good."

They have recently brought back a few of the old square shapes, with the Cornflower, or plain white, calling it "vintage," but the French White shape is not making an appearance yet. If you want it, email them and ask for it!

Meanwhile, don't buy this stuff. Get Le Creuset for cooking and roasting (yes it is expensive but it lasts forever and cooks beautifully), and reheat things in Pyrex in the microwave.

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I have many old original Corning Ware "Pyroceramic" casseroles that have held up very well over the years since bought in 1960s. The stuff is amazing you can cook on the range top, oven, microwave and then serve it in the same dish, and later store it in the refrigerator or freezer. The only thing I did not like was it is a bit heavy and thick, but I guess it had to be to survive all the abuse. All things considered, I liked it very well. Over the years, I was able to expand my set, and once in a while replace a piece that broke or got stained from use on the range top (even though it doesn't break, it tends to discolor on my electric range top, so I stopped doing that).

Fast forward 50 years. Corning licenses its trademark to World Kitchen, and they decide to cut corners and make a poor copy of so called CorningWare in China (the new trademark is one word, italics). This new stuff is not at all the same. It is poorly made stoneware, heavy, crude with a bumpy surface with glazing defects and cracks that make it unsafe and unsanitary to use for cooking food. I found one large casserole with 8 black pits on the inside glaze, a nice trap for food particles. It has an unsealed bottom and can no longer be used on the range top. Maybe it's planned obsolescence, because this stuff probably lasts about 10 seconds in normal use. And the pitted glaze is liable to hold food residue and sicken you, maybe lead in the glaze would do it first. Another brilliant product from China. It seems to me this newer "CorningWare" is both unsanitary and unsafe. This completely destroys customer trust in the Corning brand.

I guess they heard our complaints, because there is a new lineup of newer Corning Casseroles, introduced in 2008 called CorningWare SimplyLite. Apparently it is made in Corning NY, of the original Vitrelle laminated glass. It's not as durable as the original Pyroceram, but is half the weight and thinner, so it stacks and carries better. The surface is the same smooth hard glossy surface as the original Corelle, and cleans up like a charm. It is not rated for range top nor freezer use, as far as I can tell (water expands 4% when it freezes, so I would guess a thinner, weaker vessel might not handle that stress). But it's a step in the right direction. Unfortunately, no French White pattern pieces are available at this time in the SimplyLite lineup. But I'll be watching and amend this review if they come out.

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I love using the two large casserole dishes but I don't have much use for the smaller ones which are much smaller than I expected them to be. The smaller ones are not only small but are very shallow: maybe 1 inch or so deep.

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I've wrecked each and every piece of this Corningware by one of two things. Either I stacked them in such a way that they bumped against each other, or I scrubbed them with "scratch safe" sponges, and in each instance I got the same result: permanent streaky black marks in the white ceramic finish. So please learn from my pricey mistake. Go straight to the Pyrex or Marinex instead.

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Easy to wash, easy to store. It's not that fancy and brittle that you have to watch to not break it. Four of pieces are with plastic lids and I use them to store marinated chicken, or salads I've maid. Four smallest peaces are great for dips and two biggest pieces that come with glass lids are perfect for baking. There is also a metal wire for easier carying.

Perfect for the money. Strongly recomended.

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Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Holiday Christmas Poinsettia Design 13" X 70" Table Runner Review

Holiday Christmas Poinsettia Design 13' X 70' Table Runner
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I thought this was so pretty on-line but I was so happy when I received it! This is such an attractive runner & the quality is so nice that I ordered another along with the matching curtain toppers & pillow covers. I'm looking forward to decorating this Christmas!!! :-)

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This is very pretty, but I actually like it better as a side table scarf. My dining table is large and takes a bolder runner. However, I have a smaller buffet where I keep serving pieces, etc., and it looks perfect there or even on top of my curio cabinet.

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I purchased this as a Christmas gift for my daughter-in-law. It has very vibrant colors and good quality material. I think she will like it as much as I do.

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love it, my wife and kids really likes it..... Compliments with the Living room hoping to get also the pillows..

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I haven't used it yet, but I think it will be beautiful for the Christmas holiday season with my poinsettias on it!

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Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Discount Le Creuset Silicone Mini Spatula, White

Le Creuset Silicone Mini Spatula, White
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Le Creuset spatulas (etc.) used to be made in USA, which is why I ordered this one. However, this one is from the new line of products made in China. Kind of disappointing, although I'm sure the quality is better than made-in-China stuff you get at dollar stores.

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I didn't know what I was missing prior to buying this little skinny jar scraper. My long handled iced tea spoons had formerly done a pretty good job of getting the last of the mayonnaise out of the jar, but they weren't so adept at scraping every last marvelous bit of organic honey from the jar, so I looked for something better.

This is a very narrow silicone tip so it easily fits into a narrow mouthed bottle, and the silicone is extremely flexible at the tip so it will smoothly corral and remove your treasure from the jar. I will buy another one and it will make a super gift.

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An excellent kitchen tool, a must have to get into all those tight spaces and tall jars! So well made you won't be disappointed in this one.

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Another great le creuset tool to add to my kitchen collection; what more can I say !!!!!! For home chiefs varying sizes in utensils are a must have

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This spatula is great! It's small enough to fit into any jar or can that I need it to. Highly recommended.

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Saturday, July 26, 2014

Discount Corning Amber Vision Visions 10" Skillet

Corning Amber Vision Visions 10' Skillet
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I prefer a non-toxic pan for cooking which is why I purchased this glass cookware.

For cooking vegetables and items that don't stick really badly, the Visionware has been great. I use this particular pan mainly to sautee or steam vegetables and to fry bacon.

It cleans up nicely when you soak it and scrub it out with a plastic scrubber. I then place it in the dishwasher for a thorough cleaning.

I have used Visionware for about 22 years, including this frying pan.

The frying pan has never failed or exploded on me.

However, there have been some complaints about exploding Visionware (Google is your friend).

Some incidents can be attributed to thermal shock such as running cool water in a hot pot, or placing the hot item on a cool surface, or putting the cookware on a heat source with no water in it.

Also, if you have chipped, cracked, or scratched cookware, it is recommended that you discard it.

I would recommend carefully checking your cookware and discarding it if it is damaged.

You will want to avoid scratching it with metal utensils.

I have several of these pans because I tend to batch cook.

Corning no longer manufactures this product.

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I bought it for my mom who had severe allergies. She felt it was healthier to cook on glass. It worked well for her.

Friday, July 11, 2014

Chef'n Palm Peeler Review

Chef'n PalmPeeler, Cherry
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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Since the finger opening isn't adjustable on this peeler, it does matter whether you have large or small hands. Also, I think it's safe to say that most cooks would have used another type of peeler before and that the type of peeler you already know would very likely influence your view of this one. In my opinion, this one works well for cooks who like a straight peeler, because both of them peel vegetables from side to side. I've used the other type--a Y-peeler--before, which encourages peeling from back to front. It's an entirely different motion and not the one you would use for this palm peeler. I therefore found this gadget not very comfortable to use.

Concerning hand size, if your hand is fairly large, the peeler may not slide all the way onto your middle finger and therefore probably won't actually sit in your palm, as it was designed to do. It does still work, but it isn't particularly comfortable. Also, you can't see the results of the peeling as you're doing it, and I found that I tended to miss spots. That slowed me down overall, because I had to go back and peel some parts a second time.

The blade is sharp, and it does work well on soft vegetables like zucchini. It's also OK on harder ones like carrots, although I still find my Y-peeler better. On this little gadget, the peel also tends to get stuck under the blade, so again it slows things down while you stop to pull the peel out.

All in all, I wouldn't rush out and buy this peeler, but some cooks do apparently get very good results with it. If your hand is small, and if you've used a straight peeler before, I think you'd have the best chance of liking it. I think I'll stick to my trusty Y-peeler.

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I have no skill whatsoever with cutting ANYTHING. I literally take half an hour to peel two potatoes along with risk of cutting myself. With this product, I can peel potatoes(and other products) in under 5minutes. Also, the blade is pretty effective (or at least to me)

UPDATE: I'm still loving this product. It is still doing very well. Definitely still 5 stars.

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This is by far the best peeler I have ever used. I used it once and went out and bought 4 more so I'd have an extra one and for gifts. Since then it has just gotten better!

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Once you get used to the way this peeler works, you will love it. It works exactly as described, and takes a lot of the strain out of peeling fruits and vegetables.

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First and foremost, I purchased this item in a chefs store and did not pay the shipping cost found here on Amazon, but now that I've used the peeler, I would pay it, if I couldn't find it locally because I will never go back to the old way of peeling.

First of all, the ruberized ring is open, and slides easily onto my center finger. The blade then runs up and down from my finger to my wrist. With a simple motion, almost like petting the carrot, the peel comes off. I completed two pounds of carrots in just a few minutes. It was a completely natural movement! Best of all, it worked smoothly and I only had to go over any area a single time, if anything, it almost peeled too deeply.

After many years of cooking, I can't believe that someone came up with this wonderful invention!

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Thursday, July 10, 2014

Corning Vision Visions 2.5L Covered Saucepan with Lid Review

Corning Vision Visions 2.5L Covered Saucepan with Lid
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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CORNING, the creator of "Visions" Cookware is said to have stopped making it, some years back, because it just lasted too long. Still, the advertising slogan for

VISIONS Cookware, "The more you have, the more you want", is as true today as it ever was. Perhaps even truer, as there seem to be SO few Visions pots around.

VISIONS pots and pans are made from amber-, (or sometimes cranberry-), medium-heavy, transparent glass. (Hence the name of the product, "Visions"....you can see what's cooking from ALL angles! THIS IS ALSO THE ONLY GLASS COOKWARE THAT I KNOW OF, THAT CAN COOK ON TOP OF AN ELECTRIC-COIL ELECTRIC COOKTOP, W_I_T_H_O_U_T

an inconvient and easily lost "trivit".

I am fotunate enough to have several pieces of "Visions" cookware already, but I am buying this one piece, because it is the most versatile, and sometimes my "Visions" cookware, being glass, HAS broken. (Yet, I'm much more careful now...haven't had any break for at least two years....) It really IS the greatest cookware, because you can add cold liquid to the warm mixture below, and NEVER get hotspots, if the hot mixture in the pot is at least an inch high. (I usually use my "Visions" pots to boil water in...and save on electricity by adding just a little bit of water to begin with, then, as that begins to boil, add just a little more, and so on.... You CAN'T do this with most easily-"hot-spotted"-stainless steel pots and pans, (except, perhaps, with the VERY expensive, and VERY heavy ones).

The one thing bad about "Visions" cookware is that it burns very easily. However, if you watch the pot, burns probably won't happen. And burns can be ELIMINATED by pouring a mixture of 1 part lemon juice, (OR 1 part vinegar), in the pot, to 4 or five parts water, (more vinegar or lemon juice if the burn is very bad), and letting it either stay overnight, (for light burns), or bringing the mixture to a boil, then simmering it for a while, After the burn comes off, just wash out the pot!)

I find that the 2 1/2 quart pot is the most versatile, and so I am buying just the one part here, instead of a 3-piece set, which I could buy on some auction sites on the web. Being of a medium size, it's good for just about everything.

I do, however, possess one HUGE 4.5 quart "Visions" pot. There are many uses for this big pot....but one which I recently discovered is as follows. Eggs were on sale. I bought 3 ccontainers of 18 eggs each, on sale. Since the only way I eat eggs is hard-boiled, and since hard-boiled eggs last longer in the refrigerator than raw eggs do, I put the eggs, (18 at a time), gingerly into my big 4.5 quart "Visions" pot, covered them with water, let the water come to a boil, then lowered the heat, and let them simmer there for about 45 minutes. Then out came the gggs, carefully, one by one. After letting them cool, (in my 2 1/2 quart "Visions" saucepan, I put htem back in the cardboard crate they had come in, and put that in the refrigerator. I did this three times.....

If you can get only one piece of Corning's "Visions" cookware, I suggest this versatile 2.5 quart size. Not too big, not too small -just right for most cooking adventures.

I know I'm not alone in wishing Corning would again make "Visions" cookware. It is one of THE greatest inventions in cooking, ever. And don't worry about people not buying more, Corning. EVERY new bride wants a full set of "Visions" cookware, (or would if she knew how great "Visions" is!) And the population of Earth is ever-expanding, at this point! : )

"Visions" cookware -now and forever! "Visions" cookware -bring it back, please! Customers who sorely miss telegrams, Polaroid cameras, trolley cars, original "Twinkies", public telephones.....and so many other great things no longer with us, will, I am sure, buy up all the "Visions" cookware you can produce, in gratitude and happiness!

Start with producing this ever-versatile 2 1/2 quart pot! I know other, younger customers will love it as much as I do....once they get to know the product!

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Superlative!!! It is in perfect condition and replaces the old, favorite one we broke!! We use it almost every day. It must be one of the few remaining ones in the U S A!!!

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The pot was late in arriving and arrived without the advertised lid. The pot was also dirty when it arrived and had to be scrubbed to get it clean. This was supposed to be a new pot. After some communication with the seller, VP_sellers, and AMAZON, I received a partial refund. the pot otherwise is quite useful and functional. I like the clear glass pots for cooking because you can see what is happening inside the pot. I found a lid, so the pot is completely useful now. A very serviceable item.

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I asked for a new one and I found out after processing the order that it was in bad condition, not worth $25 for sure, it was too late to cancel the order. With shipping and handling I ended up paying $42 for a bad pot. I would like to purchase a new one still, can you help me. Thank you sincerely, Carmelita .

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