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Thursday, January 1, 2015

Reviews of Staub Cast Iron Tagine with Ceramic Dome, Black

Staub Cast Iron Tagine with Ceramic Dome, Black
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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Bought a 2nd one we liked it so much. Cast base is very nice feel we'll be less likely to break it. Cooks beautiful flavour some meals that don't dry out. Very happy. Looks good too. Good size 2 feeds a dinner party of hungry adults very easily with lots of leftovers.

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Looking at the photo, I see what appears to be a vent hole..

It this is the case it deeats the purpose o the tagine method o cooking where it captures all the steam to base the food.

Saturday, December 20, 2014

Buy Emile Henry 59840 6-Ounce Ramekins, Set of 4, White

Emile Henry 59840 6-Ounce Ramekins, Set of 4, White
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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These are simply the best containers for making creme brulee. They are a perfect single serving size. They hold up to the heat and never discolor or change the taste of the food.

In fact I have even been served these exact Ramekins in a restaurant, that should speak to their quality. We also use them to serve sauces when we serve buffet style or for holding measured ingredients when cooking.

A very simple, elegant and relativly inexpensive kitchen accessory.

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Great ramekins with high heat tolerance. Easy to clean and they stack nicely. Perfect size for most recipes (6oz. 1 3/4" high, 3 1/2" diameter). Hint: When using the ramekins in a 'bain-marie', a jar lifter such as the (Norpro 600 Jar Lifter) is a useful tool to have. You can lift the ramekins safely out of the water bath No need to buy a pan with a "ramekin lifter/holder" rack.

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These ramekins are absolutely perfect for creme brulee, which is one of my favorite deserts of all time. They're the perfect size, deal with the heat well, and don't discolor at all. If you are having a dinner party and want to impress your guests with something that's easy, but looks very fancy buy these ramekins and make some creme brulee with dessert. Your guests will love it!

We also use these occasionally to serve different sauces with meals.

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Made in France.

Not made cheap material.

I definitely recommend:)

Made in France. Made in France. Made in France. ..

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These are a little smaller than ones I have had previously but I use them mainly for measuring out ingredients before I start cooking. I also use them to hold dipping sauces. I would rather have larger ones if I was going to make a custard etc.

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Friday, December 19, 2014

Reviews of Outset QJ91 Jackson Stainless-Steel Steakhouse Knives with Rosewood

Outset QJ91 Jackson Stainless-Steel Steakhouse Knives with Rosewood Handles, Set of 4
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
List Price: $40.00
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This is a well-balanced, serrated, steak knife with a wooden handle. It is quite substantial meaning very heavy. The wooden handles are not sealed so I would suggest washing these by hand and oiling the handles until they season. They slice well and are perfect for the larger cuts of meat. I think these knives were heavier than I anticipated but in terms of length, in line with other steak knives on the market. They are definitely worth what was charged. I am giving them 4 stars because they are a bit on the too heavy side, but that is really my taste. This is where on-line shopping is a disadvantage as I have never seen these knives anywhere else so there was no way of knowing how they felt in hand.

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Solid and impressive. Enhances the steak eating experience. Nice looking and a nice weight and handling in your hand. Do not hesitate to buy.

Saturday, December 6, 2014

Staub Roasting Dishes Review

Staub 8 1/4Inch Oval Roasting Dish, Black Matte
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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Got this to use in my new toaster oven. Wonderful results with an apple crisp.

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The dimensions posted are incorrect. The actual dimensions are 8.6 X 6.4 X 1.1" It led me to believe the product was a little larger than it is. It will serve my purpose, but I would have purchased the 7.5" dish had I seen it first.

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as expected of a cast iron product, holds and distributes heat well. nicely finished, well constructed, great classic good looks. enamel surface has held up well (this was purchased over a year ago).

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These are perfect. A local restaurant used these to serve baked eggs so I bought some for the home. Only downside is the pan gets super hot so I haven't figured out how to bake and cool right away.

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Monday, December 1, 2014

Cheap Le Creuset Stoneware 12-Ounce Mini Oval Cocotte, White

Le Creuset Stoneware 12-Ounce Mini Oval Cocotte, White
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
List Price: $35.00
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Researching mini cocottes, I was annoyed by many reviewers complaining that they are small, and if you've read as many of these complaints as I have, you are probably writing me off right now as someone who doesn't bother to read the provided information about capacity and dimensions. I, however, am complaining because I did read and consider carefully, and I decided on this one because it was listed as a "12-Ounce Mini Oval Cocotte."

I am a huge fan of Le Creuset enameled cast iron, but think Le Creuset stoneware is overpriced and far less useful, so I was at first inclined to buy Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 1/3-Quart Mini Cocotte, Red but I decided that its listed size (1/3 quart) wasn't enough larger than my 8 oz. Staub mini cocotte to make much difference; I was looking for something slightly larger.

I decided on this, despite its being overpriced stoneware, because 12 ounces sounded about right, so imagine my disappointment when it arrived and right on the box it says its capacity is 1/3 quart, the exact size of the enameled cast iron mini-cocotte I had rejected as too small.

Of course, it was the box that was correct and the Amazon description that was misleading. I am now trying to decide whether to return it. It's a nice enough 1/3 quart mini casserole but not worth Le Creuset prices.

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what a pretty pretty item to give as a hostess gift. It's tiny but so pretty! I'm proud to give them as gifts--great "stocking stuffers" filled with treats. !!

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Shipped quickly and was what I expected. I love the white color, very clean. I usually keep my butter in it, it has a tight fitting lid and I can microwave it if I need to. It was a good deal!

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Saturday, November 8, 2014

Review of Le Creuset Stoneware Batter Bowl, 2-Quart, Marseille

Le Creuset Stoneware Batter Bowl, 2-Quart, Marseille
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
List Price: $55.00
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I love all things Le Creuset, and this batter bowl is no different. It's the perfect size for waffle, pancake, or popover batter. It's weighty, sturdy, and absolutely beautiful. I have used it 4 times since I bought it a month ago, and plan to use many many times more. A great product.

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Thursday, October 23, 2014

Review of Prestige Popular Aluminum Junior Deep Pressure Pan

Prestige Popular Aluminum Junior Deep Pressure Pan
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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Ideal size for 2-3 people. Do not need another vessel inside the cooker. Would recommend this to people considering cooking Indian food.

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Worked out great. I have no complaints. [Actually, I still have to learn to cook -it doesn't do this for me :-) ]

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Muy util, para usarla considerando pocas perosnas, tengo bastante tiempo usandola y no tengo quejas..la recomiendo si desean comprar una olla de un tamaño modesto

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Sunday, October 19, 2014

Review of Le Creuset Silicone Super Spatula

Le Creuset Silicone Super Spatula, Cherry
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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There are spatulas, and then there are spatulas.

You know the kind we grew up with? Plastic handle, plastic business end, frayed around the edges where they had melted a little in the dishwasher or being too near a hot pan, but useful for scraping the last wonderful bit out of bowls and jars. Not great for stirring -made your shoulders tired -so you used a spoon for that and just broke out the increasingly stiff spatula for its limited scraping operations.

Then there's this whole Le Creuset family of spatulas.

I don't care what size -they're all wonderful. First the handle -it's a very comfortable wood, well made, with a great feel, that almost effortlessly transfers the motions of your muscles to whatever its in. More economy of effort, less tiring -so yes, I do stir with it now, instead of dirtying a spoon as well.

Second, the head -oh my! Silky smooth, incredibly pliable, scrapes much more easily than those old plastic heads -a true joy to use. And the bigger the better -stirs more, scrapes more -I can scrape a huge mixing bowl in just 3 swipes. And it feels great.

Last, and most surprisingly, it cooks! Yes, use it to stir a stir-fry! to scrape the last of a simmering tomato sauce out of the pan! To retrieve that last sticky lasagna noodle from the bottom of the huge stock pot that was boiling merrily 5 seconds ago! Yes, yes, yes. And the spatula is still soft, silky and unmarred the next day to scrape out a batter bowl.

I had a large one of these from Crate and Barrel for a year and then realized it was my most cherished cooking tool. Seriously. Then I lost it for a while and was surprisingly upset. By the time I found it again, I had ordered 4 more in different sizes on Amazon, figuring correctly that the Le Creuset line was the same as my original. Now I'm throwing out all the old plastic ones with a sigh of relief. I even managed to flip pancakes with this beauty last weekend. :)

If you think they're expensive, ask yourself how long a regular plastic one will last in its pristine condition (unmelted, I mean, unscratched, etc.) and how much value you place on a tool that functions immeasurably better and makes you feel good at the same time. I think you'll convince yourself, and I'm sure you'll be glad if you do!

STRONGLY RECOMMENDED in all sizes.

P.S. To be honest, I never run into the problem of the separating head that the previous reviewer mentioned -because I just wash the whole thing, intact, in the dishwasher. Yes. Does it wear the wood out a little bit? Of course. Does the year-old one look a little less fresh in the handle than the brand new one from Amazon? Yeah... but do I care? no! The wood just looks a little more weathered, which is fine with me. It still feels wonderful in my hand. The new ones have all gone in the dishwasher now, too, and I expect they'll all do just fine. If not, it's my choice, and I'll just replace them a little sooner but enjoy both the luxury and the convenience in the meantime.

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Le Creuset has done it: they have improved their previously superb spatula, two of which served me over a decade.

Now the handle is even better and the balance better, while the fabulous blade shape remains its marvelous self.

IMO, the best. Plain and simple. And the amazing high temperature astounds.

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Very good spatula, but its also very big, it won't fit into typical jars for scraping, It has a conventional flat blade profile that I like for turning veggies during roasting and sauteing, but the hard angles where the handle meets the silicone can need some extra care when cleaning.

I am a fan of the thicker, rounder, wooden handle, which seems less prone to warpage than the original flat wood handle

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I own about ten of the Le Creuset silicon spatulas. I like them. Easy to clean, reasonably durable and able to withstand heat. That said, i found it really annoying when the spatula head would frequently separate from the handle during the cooking process. Those of us who cook know that this is never a convenient situation. I wrote to Le Creuset and described my concern and they were courteous and professional enough to reply. Basically, Le Creuset informed me that the product was designed that the utensil head is to be capable of being removed from the handle (not sure why this "feature" is of any benefit) although not with the frequency that I encountered. Essentially, an apology for my inconvenience and their thanks for my calling the matter to their attention. Okay. I am good with that insofar as that was their position, except it did not solve my problem. However, I have found success in keeping the spatula head secured to the handle with the introduction of a permanent adhesive (Super Glue) to the inside of the spatula and re-inserting the wood handle. This has worked well enough to where I now glue the spatula head when I make a replacement purchase and prior to using it.

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unless you're trying to advertise you have the most expensive equipment in your kitchen, this brand just doesn't work as well.. we have stainless steel mixing bowls and the silicone spatula is tough to move around the bowl.. it almost sticks to it. But the biggest problem is that after only a year and a half of using it only to mix batter once a week, it split.. it was never exposed to high heat, it just split open near the tip.. so now it's trash. I could have bought 3 or 4 'cheaper' ones that would have lasted 5 times as long.

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Friday, October 3, 2014

Discount Art & Cuisine Stone Frypan Black 7.9"

Art & Cuisine Stone Frypan Black 7.9'
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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WAIT A MINUTE. I haven't and this pan for long and have taken very good care of it. It's already started to chip and is missing very small amounts of ceramic. BOOOOO! I take back my review below from when I first bought it. Still much less "non-stick" than the Zwilling, but falling apart. Shenanigans!

ORIGINAL: My expensive first ceramic purchase of a Zwilling JA Henckels Twin Spirit Thermolon Fry Pan, totally SUCKS and it was EXPENSIVE! This taught me to test new pans right away. This pan is wonderful, scrammed eggs don't stick without any added butter or oil (over easy need a tiny touch of oil just to ensure your yolks don't break). It wipes clean, has a very heavy bottom that distributes heat evenly and is exactly as described by the manufacturer. If the ceramic holds up this will be my new favorite brand for ceramic cookware. However, I've read that over time some ceramic coatings doesn't hold up, we'll see, and I'll post an update if it doesn't. So far it's GREAT! A True Non-Stick Ceramic Pan At An Affordable Price! Woo Hoo! DON'T BUY INTO THE ZWILLING NAME, IT'S NOT TRUE! THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE HASN'T EVEN RESPONDED TO ME AND AMAZON ABOUT THE LEMON I BOUGHT!

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This item works great. Very easy to clean. I use it for my new omelet pan. Stuff

just slides out. Bought it for new induction stovetop. I recommend

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Review of Nordic Ware Compact Ovenware Muffin Pan

Nordic Ware Compact Ovenware Muffin Pan
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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This is a great little muffin pan. We use it for muffins, cupcakes, cinnamon, or dinner rolls when we want to use the toaster oven instead of the big oven. It's good quality and I'm glad I got it.

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Fits in my toaster/convection oven with room to spare. I have Kitchen Aide so use one on top shelf and one on bottom shelf to bake a dozen at time. Cupcakes/muffins etc., come out perfectly.

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I actually got this for baking in a camp oven. Fits well and worked great for baking corn muffins over a camp stove.

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This pan is made of thin aluminum that can get easily bent. While it is coated, it isn't actually very non-stick (I don't expect most things to be non-stick anyway, but it's good to note). Aside from that, it works in smaller ovens, but if you shop around, it is possible to find muffin pans that fit six muffins, are around this size, and are made of steel with rolled edges.

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Perfect size for my oven and cupcakes bake better than when I used my range oven.

It is very easy to clean.

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Monday, August 25, 2014

Best DeBuyer Mineral B Element Iron Crepe Pan, Round Deals

DeBuyer Mineral B Element Iron Crepe Pan, 11.8-Inch Round
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
List Price: $60.00
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If you are into enjoying making authentic dosas (South Indian crepes), I highly recommend DeBuyer organic, mineral, environmental friendly, good for health iron pan (not cast iron). Masala dosas made on this pan is so authentic, reminded me of my mom's dosas in my childhood. Even my mom doesn't make such dosas these days because she also uses non-stick pans :-)

This is a "one size fits all" pan, you could use this pan for multi purpose, like making Indian wheat breads (rotis, parathas), for crepes (dosas) and for any shallow frying.

If you plan to get it follow the instructions for seasoning before getting started. It says the more you use it gets better with its non-stick properties. I haven't tested it yet as mine is very new. As it says on the mini instructions booklet that comes with it, it is supposed to be good for health as it adds iron value to the nutrition with its pure/natural iron property.

BonAppetite!

~Sheelasree

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This pan is amazing. Beautiful smooth cooking surface. It truly is non stick. You can prepare scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, etc. and there is no sticking. Omelets were a dream to make. Easy cleanup. Handle does not get hot when used on the stove top. A solid pan, not too heavy. Should last a lifetime.

Heat up time is extremely quick compared to regular stainless steel pans or non stick pans. You can get a nice brown sear on food very quickly. Pan also goes from the stove top into the oven or under the broiler to finish your dish.

You won't believe how fast the cooking time is with this pan.

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My wife got a DeBuyer Mineral B frying pan for her birthday. I was very sceptical about an iron pan without non-stick coating: I was sure stuff would stick and it would be a pain to clean. But I was wrong, very wrong. Preparing the pan for first use was very simple: just followed the instructions, it took 10 minutes. And NOTHING will stick to these pans, I've never seen a non-stick pan perform this well. The DeBuyer frying pan is by far, hands down, the best frying pan I've used. This is why we ordered this crepe pan too, which turns out to be just as good.

The crepe pan has a low rim which makes it easy to flip the crepes. The pan is light and therefor easy to handle. It is sturdy and the bottom of the pan is extremely flat. I don't see this pan warp unless abused. The handle is coated to prevent rust, but it will get warm/hot. Nothing sticks to the pan, it's really impressive.

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We got rid of our coated non-stick cookware many years ago, and switched to using only stainless steel. We've had good luck with the Emeril stainless cookware, which has been durable and useful. For example, when using butter in the stainless Emeril pan, I can cook an omelette and have it release by just jostling the pan. Not really non-stick (stainless never is), but it worked well enough.

Until now, that is. We're cutting back on our use of butter, and have taken to using a light mist of oil (like grapeseed) in our cooking. However, using oil on stainless simply does not impart the same slippery effect as butter (or lard), so eggs and other foods stick instead of releasing.

After some investigation, I found these DeBuyer iron pans, which are thinner and lighter than cast iron, but which claim to have exceptional non-stick capabilities without any added polymer coatings. And they work GREAT. These are less heavy than cast iron, but are still quite substantial, made from very thick and durable iron.

They come with a coating of bees wax, which prevents rusting during storage and shipment. Removing the bees wax is a bit of a pain, and I resorted to filling a sink with boiling water and submerging them to melt off the wax, then wiping away any residual coating. Even though this initial cleaning is pain, it's a one time thing and it's a natural coating, so still preferable to polymer-based non-stick cookware.

The next step is to season the pan, which involves putting a shallow layer of oil in the pan, heating it until the oil begins to smoke, then pouring it out. This step was relatively easy, and again is a one-time thing.

After that, the pan is ready to use. The first thing I made was a thin, five egg omelette, cooked with only a thin misted layer of grapeseed oil in the pan. The eggs released easily, cooked evenly, and the omelette came out perfect.

The manufacturer recommends cleaning with hot water and a sponge (no soap, no abrasives, etc), and they clean up well that way. Then, similar to cast iron, you wipe a little oil on them and put them away until the next use. The oil prevents rusting if you don't use them for a while. These pans are similar to cast iron in that they season as you use them, and the non-stick properties get better the more you use them.

Are they as non-stick as teflon? Not quite, but close enough to work for almost any typical cooking need. Are they more trouble to clean and store? Yes, they do require a little care and feeding. Can you put them in the dishwasher? Well, you can, but it will strip the seasoning and encourage rusting, so you don't want to do that.

However, they are made of iron, and that's it. No polymer coating to flake off and ingest. No poisonous fumes to emit and cause harm (check the warnings for using non-stick cookware around birds, for example). And we're able to cook everything with a thin layer of misted oil, and so far nothing has stuck even slightly. We highly recommend this cookware, particularly if you're looking to get rid of polymer-coated pans due to potential health issues.

Update: The bad news is that after 11 months of regular use one of our two pans warped. The worse news is that I was unable to find any US-based support contact info for the manufacturer, and their offices in France never returned my calls, online requests, or emails. The good news is that I contacted Amazon to see if they had US-based support contact info, and they offered (unsolicited) to replace the pan for me. So, I'll call that a push and leave the five star rating, but watch out for warping and be sure to never introduce sudden temperature changes to the pans.

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Loved this pan with the first use. Made sure I followed the simple guidelines to prepare the pan. I made one of my best batches of swedish pancake. Basically slid off the pan. This pan worked beautifully on my new induction cooktop.

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Saturday, August 2, 2014

Buy Joyce Chen 33-2047 Burnished Bamboo Tongs, 11-Inch

Joyce Chen 33-2047 Burnished Bamboo Tongs, 11-Inch
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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Bought these tongs because I was tired of using the nylon/silicone tongs we've had for ages and seeing all kinds of food items slip out of them.

These bamboo tongs have been fantastic. The bamboo grain has an interesting ability to grip onto things. Food items from bacon to chicken breasts to hot dogs can be picked up firmly without any concern that they will slip out or be dropped.

The length also means you can use them without fear of getting burned, although unless you have a pretty strong grip (which my wife does not, it seems) you still have to grip them a little more than halfway up. (which means you're not a full 11" away from the hot pan.)

All in all though, in the short couple of months we've had these I've found myself reaching for them more often than our other cooking tongs.

Only think I don't like: the brand sticker used on the top of the tongs left some sticky glue residue when it was removed. Not a big deal it's easily removed with some goo-be-gone or similar.

***UPDATE FOR 2012*** So, it's been a few years now and here's the latest: I had 2 pairs of these tongs. One is still alive and kicking, the other not so much. the glue at the top delaminated and it essentially fell apart. I've actually kept the two pieces and use one for stirring iced tea in a large pitcher. The other piece has been used in the laundry and garage so far it was used for a while to stir white washrags in a bleach bath, but recently it was in the garage used for mixing paint. :-) Still use them both all the time though...

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Pros: 1. Beautiful bamboo wood with a natural polish, a compliment for any home-chef's kitchen! 2. Center hole to hang on hooks i.e. if you had a bar where you hang frequently used kitchen items; 3. Easy to clean

Cons: 1. I realized I had to use my fingers to part it open in order to grab bigger foods, at least foods with more width than the opening of the tongs... 2. Requires good grip for heavier/larger foods or else food will slip 3. Too short, wish i'd gotten something longer

Summary/Final Thoughts:

I would not purchase this product again. It is a great item for any of you looking for a simple tong for small things like bacon strips, veggies, etc this product is A+ However if you're subsituting it for a real spring tong that can open wider for heavier/larger foods, this is not it. Think of this as two chop sticks joined together, that's the best analogy i can offer, let your imagation take it from there ^_^

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A little daunting to master, but once you find the right place to hold it it works well. I think my silicon tipped tongs work just as well, but it's a nice tool for your wok arsenal. Doesn't handle larger chucks of protein, but shellfish and strips of meat and poultry do just fine.

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This item is nice and cleans well, great for toast, however not too useful for anything much else as the tongs part is so narrow it doesn't grasp too much. Would not purchase again.

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I bought these to go with a new toaster, which, despite being fantastic in every other respect, was not good at allowing me to extract small slices of toast.

The tongs turned out to be ideal. Inexpensive, attractive, easy to use and a pleasure to have in the kitchen.

If your intention is to use them for wide items, then I don't think that you will be as happy, as you will have to spread the jaws to encompass the item.

However, for me they are great.

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Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Best Omega C-10W Professional Citrus Juicer, White Deals

Omega C-10W Professional Citrus Juicer, White
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
List Price: $200.00
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Had an old inexpensive Braun juicer for many years that finally need to be replaced and found out they don't make them any more.

First purchased a stainless steel Breville. It looked nice, but for some reason did not have enough motor power which caused it to stall on juicing and returned it. Was very dissapointed.

Then went cheaper and bought a Tribest based on reviews at Amazon. It worked for about 1 year a part broke on it. Also, it was not dishwasher safe. Finally, purchased this Omega. First unit delivered had a slightly bent shaft and had a very annoying squeak. I decided for this much money it should work correctly. Returned the unit and requested a replacement.(transaction went smoothly).

Second unit was delivered and shaft appeared straight when it rotated. There was a still a slight squeak, but not as bad as first unit. I put small bit silicone lube used for my treadmill on the cent shaft near black bushing and it was eventually silenced. There is a slight amount of gear noise that I wish I could lubricate, but it is not bad.

The main thing is that it has plenty of power to quickly juice citrus, has several sizes of juicer heads to handle lemons or oranges (have not tried grapefruit. Not sure if largest head is large enough). Next, the parts are dishwasher safe and it is a very easy cleanup. This appears to be made well and hope to get years of service out of it. Also, the wife is happy with the new citrus juicer.

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I ordered this to replace and upgrade from the Waring Pro I have had for almost 10 years of hard use. I use a Vita Mix and a Champion Juicer, and wanted a solid hardworking citrus juicer to sit with them on my kitchen island. From the pictures of the Omega C-10W, it looks like a well designed product, I especially like that it is tall, has a "splash guard" and three sizes of reamers.

When I opened the box and set it out, I was immediately surprised how LIGHT WEIGHT the juicer is. The base of the unit had come open in shipping , and the motor mount posts had broken. The motor unit was loose, with poorly attached wiring. The whole base is cheap light weight plastic. The reamers are thin plastic as well. For almost $200I was expecting a solidly built Juicer. It is impossible to imagine something this poorly designed would ever hold up to "Professional" use, what ever that is!

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This juicer keeps overheating and shutting down after small quantities of juice. When it was working it was quiet and efficient.

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My husband loves to make his orange juice fresh each morning and loves this new juicer-it is very efficient and quiet. It comes with 3 different size juicers which is very helpful.

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I bought this to juice oranges. I juice the orange and run the pulp through my omega juicer to get as much juice as possible. I am happy with the purchase.

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Sunday, July 20, 2014

Review of Le Creuset Stoneware Petite Round Casserole, Fennel

Le Creuset Stoneware 8-Ounce Petite Round Covered Casserole, Fennel
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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Got this mini round cocotte to hold a coarse finishing salt. It sits 24/7 on the dining room table on a lazy susan so is within everybody's reach. The lid keeps the coarse salt dry and clean. Its cheerful yellow has been a spot of sunshine throughout the past dreary winter.

I gave our married son who loves to cook and entertains a lot 5 of these in different colors to set along the back of his kitchen cooktop. He keeps a variety of salts in them and gets may compliments for their smashing good looks. The one drawback is that being made of ceramic they can break. The lid's handle on one broke off in one piece when accidentally knocked off onto the granite counter. It got super-glued back on and works fine.

I've given nieces multi-colored sets of these as wedding gifts with a variety of sea salts. They can use them as salt cellars or for baking. These make great gifts.

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As with all things "Le Creuset" this is a great addition to your kitchen. I use mine for kosher salt. Of course this is not a necessity but looks good on the counter.

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I always love Le Creuset, we've been using them in my family since before I was born! :) I recommend them!

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Le Creuset is such a great product with so many uses. These Petite casserole dishes do not disappoint. They arrived promptly and well packaged. They are perfect for hot or cold dips, appetizers, and the like. I just love them.

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Perfect exactly what I wanted and expected. I gave this as a gift to a cooking friend who will use it to store kosher salt.Arrived as promised.

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