Showing posts with label kitchen. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kitchen. Show all posts

Monday, January 28, 2013

Blue Digital Sand Timer by Polder Review

Blue Digital Sand Timer by Polder
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A problem was immediately apparent when I removed the Polder Digital Hourglass Kitchen Timer from its packaging: The reflection from the clear plastic covers over the LCD displays makes reading the time from more than couple of feet away very hard or impossible.
(What isn't apparent from the picture on the product page is that there are actually plastic coverings over the LCD screens, so the picture doesn't show any indication of the problem with reflection.)
A few more complaints:
(1) Although the aesthetics of the timer is quite appealing overall, the timer looks a lot more plasticky than it does in the picture from the product page. While the construction of the unit isn't exactly shoddy, it doesn't scream quality either.
(2) The timer malfunctioned on me once -- the display froze up (not sure what I did to cause that) and the only way I was able to unfreeze it was to remove the battery and put it back in.
(3) The unit is poorly packaged -- when I took the unit out of the package, it already had a few scratches on one side (probably came from the unit being bumped around in the package).
There *are* a couple of things I really like about the timer, however.
(1) When stood on one of its ends, the timer displays the clock; when it's inverted, the timer displays the countdown timer. Nifty!
(2) It continues to keep track of the time elapsed after the timer has counted down to zero.
The timer comes in red, silver, black, and white as well.
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The Polder Digital Hourglass Kitchen Timer serves its intended purpose very well. But I would have to give it an overall rating of 3.5 stars because of the issue with the hard-to-read LCD displays and the slightly less-than-satisfactory quality of the build.

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Sometimes, it really isn't possible to wait by the food to make sure it overcooked or undercooked. The blue digital sand timer by Polder comes really useful at such occasions. This digital timer gives you a precise reading upto 99 minutes (over 1 A½ hour) so as to be of help even during time-taking preparations. This kitchen timer has dual LCD displays to enable easy viewing of time left. This sand timer also includes a 12/24 hour clock for our convenience and has soft-touch buttons and easy-to-read numbers. To make things even easier for you, this food timer stores the last settings and recalls it immediately. This digital timer includes battery and comes in a cool blue color.

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Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Alessi Kitchen Timer by Michael Graves Review

Alessi Kitchen Timer by Michael Graves
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We bought the red Alessi timer because it would have been a perfect fit for our kitchen. But, we had trouble getting it to work right and we're pretty sure that we broke it while messing with it. We're really not rough people; it just seems that the timer is much too easy to break. (Note: We learned that this timer must be turned all the way to 60 and then back to the time you want. The instructions don't say that. The timer still didn't work for us, but we think it was already broken by the time we learned about that.)

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Alessi Kitchen Timer by Michael Graves. Made in Italy.

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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Progressive International Little Timer Review

Progressive International Little Timer
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Isn't this a cute and stylish timer? That's what I thought when I bought it...but as a timer it's useless. The buzzer is so faint and short, that you have to be standing nearby in the kitchen to hear it. Tonight I burned what would have been a wonderful pie because I was in another room when this weak buzzer sounded-and I didn't hear a thing.
I've had it! I've just ordered the Oregon Scientific digital timer to replace this cheap thing.

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Progressive International is your source for the widest range of functional, inventive, and fun kitchen tools and great ideas put into practice. Our in-house designers spend hours in the kitchen coming up with ways to improve on a variety of traditional tasks and tools. Established in 1973, our commitment to quality and service allows us to offer a broad selection of quality kitchenware and other household products. This Progressive International manual little timer has large, easy to read number that make it simple to time any task up to 60 minutes. Its distinctive chrome plated design is made to look like an old fashioned alarm clock, which sets it apart from other timers. The alarm automatically turns off after the timer is finished.

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KitchenAid Timer Review

KitchenAid Timer
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I had this timer, but returned it after a short time.
It's nice that its digital and it's true that it has a solid, heavy base - but it takes too much time to set. the timer includes hours, minutes, and seconds. There is no "enter" button, so you have to wait for each time increment to pass before setting the next one. Since I usually only use minutes and am sometimes in a hurry when setting the timer, this timer was just not convenient to use.

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Digital timer with rotating chrome setting dial

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Friday, January 11, 2013

Rosle Single Attachment, Stainless Steel Review

Rosle Single Attachment, Stainless Steel
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I've been a collector and user of Rosle Kitchen Tools for over ten years. The tools are expertly designed and crafted. The Open Kitchen System is perfect for keeping all frequently used tools accessible and at hand. Love the collection.

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Your Rosle Open Kitchen system is ready to use in only minutes. This stainless steel Single Attachment is perfect for use in narrow spaces not large enough for a basic rail or gridwall.It can be used to mount single or double hooks, racks, glass racks, magnetic holders, kitchen towel holders, filter paper holders, or the utensil holder with glass insert.Thanks to Rosle quality and well designed concepts, you can utilize even the smallest spaces to their fullest.

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Monday, January 7, 2013

American Innovative Klip Kitchen Timer Review

American Innovative Klip Kitchen Timer
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I bought this product originally for the kitchen but found it equally useful to help our kids stay focused on various tasks. The size is just right and the layout is simple. It is also nicer looking than other timers I examined. I would definitely recommend it.

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Klip's lightweight, hourglass shape carries easily and stores conveniently on the matching countertop stand. Klip's intuitive LCD features a handy elapsed time graphic. Ten vertical bars at the bottom of the display disappear with the passage of time making it easy to see time remaining at a glance. Includes belt clip, fridge magnet, detachable lanyard, and matching countertop stand.

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Thursday, January 3, 2013

Bacova Guild 31384 Cock-a-DoOdle-Doo Berber Rug Review

Bacova Guild 31384 Cock-a-DoOdle-Doo Berber Rug
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I had recently purchased 2 cheap rugs from a local department store and was looking to replace them. I like the fact that they have a rubber backing (no slipping) and they are light weight and can be thrown in the washer and dryer....I do wish the larger one was a bit longer, but for the price I cannot complain!
Shipping was very fast!!! Good seller!

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Rugged Berber loop. Skid resistant Stic Tite backing for added safety. Stain fade resistant. Easy care machine washable. Use everywhere around the house, indoors or outdoors. Size: 23.5'' x 40''.

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Sunday, December 30, 2012

Rooster Tin Basket Review

Rooster Tin Basket
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This basket was exactly what was pictured. It was a gift for my mother in law, and so I had her open the box. I held my breath until she held it up because I worried that perhaps it was poor quality, but then I saw the look on Mom's face! She was so pleased with it, and so am I. The colors were pretty, and it was very cute.

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A handy rooster to decorate a country kitchen. He's made of hand-painted tin, and constructed around a blue, wire basket. Use for eggs, bread, fruit, etc. 6 1/2 inches diameter x 12 inches long.

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NewLine Space Saver Digital Glass Kitchen Scale Review

NewLine Space Saver Digital Glass Kitchen Scale
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Positives: Decent looking, seemingly accurate and consistent. Basically, it performs its core task well. What kept it from a 5-star rating? A couple of things, which I will point out simply because this is a $30 scale and others might like to know:
1. We intended for this to be a countertop scale (not wall-mounted). However, we soon discovered a design flaw: When folded up, the bottom of the scale no longer sits flat due to the protrustion of the hinge. This could have been easily overcome had the designers envisioned that people might NOT actually want to mount it on the wall. This sort of defeats the "space saver" element of the name.
2. Thermometer is 2-4 degrees off. Again, not a big deal, but since there is a thermometer on it, I figured this deserved mention.

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Unique wall mounted or countertop design with 12/24 hour clock and thermometer display. Wall mounted display and platform for easy storage and access. Easy to read large digital display. Weigh directly onto platform or adjusts for use with a bowl or container with the tare function. Metric/imperial conversion. Capacity: 3kg x 1g increments / 7lb x 1/8oz increments. capacity (fluids): 3000ml x 1ml increments / 105fl oz x 1/8 fl oz increments Auto and manual shut off Graduation:1g/2gCE & RoHS approved

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Saturday, December 22, 2012

Alessi PSJS Juicy Salif Citrus Squeezer Review

Alessi PSJS Juicy Salif Citrus Squeezer
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What I like best about this juicer is how streamlined and, well, basically perfect it is. There is no distinction between form and function in this stunning piece: What makes it work is what makes it beautiful. I like to bring it out on the piazza when I brunch, so that the early sun sparkles on the chrome while I squeeze just a few drops of blood orange juice into a flute of champagne. There's nothing better than sitting around a table laden with delicacies with a group of friends who admire the beauty of simple objects like this juicer.
In addition to being visually stunning, this juicer is also a tremendous time saver. When guests see it in my kitchen, it saves me a lot of time that might otherwise be spent explaining that I am a gigantic, pretentious douche.

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One of the first projects by French designer, Philippe Starck for Alessi. The Juicy Salif was devised in the second half of the 1980s (along with the Walter Wayle II wall clock, the Hot Bertaa kettle and the large Max le Chinois colander). An excellent example of Alessis role as artistic mediator in the most turbulent areas of creative potential (the piece was his response to our precise briefing for a stainless steel tray), it remains unparalleled in its ability to generate discussions about its meaning and design, partly because of its unconventional use of what semiologists refer to as the decorative veil which, even though generally in a less overt manner, is inexorably destined to cover all objects created by man. To fully understand the true meaning of its existence, it is possibly necessary to refer to the theories of Leroy-Gourham, who considers the notion of functional approximation to be fundamental. This notion suggests that there is always a certain degree of freedom in interpreting relationships between Form and Function: it is precisely this continual play between Form and Function that leads to the decorative veil mentioned above, that Floch considers to be the manifestation of the legendary and aesthetic dimension of the object, as originally defined by Greimas. As well as being the most controversial citrus fruit squeezer of the 20th century, it has also become one of the icons of design of the 1990s, and it continues to be one of the most provocatively intelligent articles in the Alessi catalog.

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Saturday, December 15, 2012

Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers Review

Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers
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I purchased this coffee maker at the recommendation of a friend and I'm really happy with it so far. It has a selectable brew strength, a defeatable audio alarm that beeps when brewing is complete, a clock, and a delayed brew timer.
The delayed brew timer is nice to have if you want to wake up in the morning with a pot of coffee waiting for you. I've used the feature a few times, and I like having it, although most of the time I grind my own beans, so I don't like to let the grounds sit in the coffee machine overnight because they can get stale. Of course, that's unavoidable unless you spend the extra money on a machine that also grinds beans before brewing.
This coffee machine comes with a permanent, washable coffee filter that is sturdy, well-made, and washes out in the sink in a matter of seconds. It also comes with a charcoal water filter that is placed above the brew basket. The manual states that these should be changed every month (I wouldn't be surprised if they last longer than that, though). The replacement filters are inexpensive, but if you already have filtered water, you can leave it out.
Another feature that I really appreciate is the Fresh Brew timer, which allows you to see exactly how long that pot of coffee has been sitting there. If you're in a hurry, you can also pull the carafe out while the coffee is brewing to pour a cup. Once you put the carafe back in its spot, it continues normally. I've tried it a few times, and not a single drop has ever hit the hot plate. Oh, and the temperature of the hot plate is adjustable -- I got mine set at the perfect temperature so it doesn't burn the coffee if it's sitting there for a while.
My only complaints (and believe me, I'm trying pretty hard to come up with them): the display, while attractive, is a little on the bright side -- a switch to adjust the brightness would be nice, even if it was just a High/Low 2-way switch. An internal battery to keep the clock accurate in case of a power outage would have been a bonus too. Finally, even though it looks great and feels pretty strong, it's almost entirely plastic, so it doesn't have that solid "I'm going to outlast your children" feel to it that it might have if it had more metal in the construction.
All in all, I feel like I'm cheating it by giving it only four stars, but it's not quite 5 stars either. It would be a 4.5 for me if I could do that. :)

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This beautifully crafted coffee maker makes coffee into an art form. Its built-in Water Filtration removes 97% of chlorine for better-tasting coffee. The Brew Strength Selector lets you dial in the perfect pot of coffee. And the Stainless Steel Design looks great in today’s kitchens.

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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Sunbeam Programmable Digital Baking Timer Review

Sunbeam Programmable Digital Baking Timer
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I am a licensed home baker and I use this timer at least 50 times in a week. It gets a workout and so do I! It hangs on the side of the refrigerator and is super easy to program. It is small and LOUD!!! I have three timers going at any one time and two are 'gentle reminders' to check the ovens. NOT this one! This timer is small, demanding and the sound is not one you can't ignore! The sound is the only reason I did not give it 5 stars...but then again...THAT may be the PERFECT reason to buy it!

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Sunbeam's Programmable Digital Baking Timer is convenient and easy to use.Digital display makes it easy to read and allows for precise timing.Times up to 12 hours and has magnetic back for accessibility.AAA battery included.

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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Fox Run Retro Kitchen Timer with Magnet, Red Review

Fox Run Retro Kitchen Timer with Magnet, Red
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This is a fun little kitchen timer! Just make sure you get one that's reliable and works properly and you're good to go. Has a nice, loud bell. You can hear it in the next room unless you have your music blasting or your vacuum cleaner on.
The first one I received from Amazon would stop ticking even though I followed directions for turning the dial past the 55-minute mark and then setting it to the number of minutes I wanted. I would set it at 30 minutes or 45 minutes and it would tick briefly, then stop. But it was accurate at shorter times of 5 or 10 minutes; it would tick down and the bell would go off.
Due to its unreliability, I returned it to Amazon for an exchange of the same model. That one had the same defect.
This time I contacted the manufacturer, Fox Run Craftsmen. They sent me a replacement that has worked beautifully!
My advice is, if you get one that doesn't work, contact Fox Run Craftsmen for a replacement.
Now that I have a working one, let me say it is the cutest kitchen gadget ever! I like the fire engine red color! The size is depicted accurately as "actual size" in the photo at just about 3 inches in diameter, so it is small. The magnet is strong. It looks great on my refrigerator!
Recommended. (With above caveats.)

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Keep your cookies, cakes, roasts and casseroles from burning with the Fox Run Retro Kitchen Timer.The styling of this timer is a classic and will look great in any kitchen.The timer can be set for a maximum of 60 minutes and has a magnet on the back for added convenience.

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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

T-Fal Avante Elite 6 Slice Convection & Toaster Oven with Separate Warming Compartment Review

T-Fal Avante Elite 6 Slice Convection and Toaster Oven with Separate Warming Compartment
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I like the looks of this oven. I had a Cuisinart Convection Toaster Oven that I tossed after two years. Unlike the Cuisinart the T-Fal is easy to clean, it doesn't have an area by the glass-hinged door that is impossible to clean. The crumb tray is accessed from the front of the oven, not the back. Also the T-Fal shuts off when the time on the timer is done. The warming tray is great for warming hot dog buns while broiling hot dogs in the oven. The controls are straight forward and easy to use without having to read the manual. I'm looking forward to many years of good cooking with this oven. If I experience any problems I'll update this review.

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Bake, broil, toast (six slices), and reheat your favorite foods withT-Fal's Avante Elite convection oven.No other manufacturer has a unique warming compartment which allows you to warm bread or side dishes while cooking dinner. The Avante Elite convection oven has electronic controls and you will be pleasantly surprised how easy it is to use.

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Sunday, November 18, 2012

WESTCLOX DEERFIELD QUARTZ CLCK HONEY PINE ROUND Review

WESTCLOX DEERFIELD QUARTZ CLCK HONEY PINE ROUND
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I purchased this Westclox clock for our kitchen and it looks perfect on the wall! The numbers and hands are easy to read,too. I like the woodgrain look. The product was shipped promptly and arrived in excellent condition.

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Westclox Deerfield Quartz Wood Decorative Wall Clock A beautiful addition to any room. Features a honey pine finished wood case with goldtone bezel. The antique white Arabic dial has black spade hands.

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Polder Single See-Through Timer - Silver Review

Polder Single See-Through Timer - Silver
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I bought this on impulse for the kitchen/ cooking and discovered it is a very useful little device for timing my work. I am a freelance writer and need to take frequent (90 minute) breaks to prevent arm, wrist and hand strain from using the computer. Never makes a mistake and the beep is loud enough, though it does have its limits -- it is not loud enough to hear in another room. PS - learning how to use it takes a minute or two, but is worth the effort.

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TMR-896This Polder See-Thur Timer has a view-through LCD with large easy-to-read numbers making it simple going through the cooking process. There is also an 100 minute capacity with a 60 second alarm and includes AAA batteries making it convenient when traveling. Features: -View-through LCD with large, 1.75 inch easy-to-read numbers -Overtime feature automatically begins counting up after set time is reached -100 minute capacity with 60 second alarm -Includes 2 AAA batteries -Overall Dimensions: 4'' H x 2.5'' W x 2.25'' D User Guide

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Thursday, November 8, 2012

Krups FMF5 Coffee Maker Review

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Krups FMF5-14 10-cup programmable coffee machine, black.
I just don't understand all the negative reviews about this Krups Coffee Maker. Was there a plastic smell while brewing? Yes, but only the first time running only water through the machine & not at all since. Were there air bubbles in the gauge that tells you how many cups you are brewing? Again yes the first time I used it with water only. All I had to do is remove the plastic indicator, blow through it and presto no more bubbles. It really isn't rocket science.
I am not a a light coffee drinker & I have about 3-4 mugs a day, my coffee is very important to me, so when I read all the negative reviews about this coffee maker I panicked. I went out and bought a Cussinart Thermal Coffee Maker instead, that was a mistake.
I used to belong to the Gevalia Coffee Club & when I joined I got a free 12 cup non-thermal coffee maker. It made/makes great coffee. It is the one I have been using for over 8 years. I had learned years ago that even though it had the Gevalia name on it, it was actually made by Krups. I should of ignored the bad reviews of the Krup FMF5 Thermal Coffee Maker & go with a brand I know works great.
I returned my Cussinart, got this coffee maker & couldn't be happier. This Krups makes great coffee, keeps it hot for hours & is hassle free. It also has some nice features like a water filter in the reservoir & an empty reservoir warning just to name a few. There is no plastic taste in the coffee.
So just follow the simple instructions & recommendations, sit back & enjoy a great cup of coffee. Come back in a few hours & you can do the same.

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Combining appealing and distinctive design with a powerful, fully programmable brewing system, this 1100-watt coffeemaker brews up to 10 cups of coffee quickly and efficiently. Along with its bright, blue, illuminated LCD display, the unit's control panel offers simple push-button functions including "on/off", a fully programmable clock, a programmable timer/auto-on from one to five hours, and an aroma switch that can be set to maximize flavor for one to three cups when less coffee is desired. With a no-drip spout and a generous handle for easy pouring, the unit's double-wall stainless-steel vacuum carafe maintains flavor and temperature longer. A popular pause-and-serve function allows for pouring a cup midbrew, and an audible signal indicates when brewing is complete. The appliance includes a soft-eject swing-out filter holder for easily adding ground coffee, as well as a magnified water-level indicator for high visibility. The machine's 60-ounce water reservoir provides a built-in water filtration system that removes chlorine and lime scale build-up to ensure better tasting coffee and longer machine life, while its automatic electronic de-scaling indicator measures brew time and calculates when de-scaling is necessary. The coffeemaker measures 10-1/2 by 8-1/2 by 13-3/4 inches and carries a one-year warranty.

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