The Original Whirley Pop Stovetop Popcorn Popper Gourmet Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I have about 10 pop corn poppers, Air blower type, Microwave types, stove top types and THIS IS THE BEST of them all. I use much less oil, 1 teaspoon per batch like the advertisement says. Every cornel pops in every batch. I have never had any burned corn either. The popper is easy to rinse clean. I have popcorn at least 4 times per week and by far, this is the best popper I have ever had and would recommend it to anyone and everyone. (I have a gas stove and have not tried it on an electric stove so results may vary) If you like popcorn, buy this popper!!!

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The perfect gift for the gourmet popping expert on your list.This gift set features the Original Whirley Pop and an assortment of gourmet popping corns, popping oil and seasoning.

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Hecuk 33036 Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Fajita Pan with Wooden Base Review

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(More customer reviews)I dislike ordering sizzling Fajitas at a restaurant when they come out not sizzleing. I decided to order two of these pans and make my own. I use one for beef and one for chicken. I prepare the peppers and onions in a seperate pan and place them in the oven to keep hot. Meanwhile, I place the iron pans in the oven, top shelf under low broil, just to get the pans nice and hot. I prepare the meat. Once I am ready, I test the pans with a drip of water to see if they sizzle. At that point, I remove the pans, use a light spray of Pam on each and place the meat, chicken, peppers and onions on each pan and serve "sizzleing" right away. They taste better then the restaurant because they are prepared with TLC. You can make up your own sauce or use the packets. I use Baja Chipotle by Lawry's Serve with all the usual fixings.

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Don't just purchase a piece of cookware purchase cast iron cookware that will last for generations. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, casseroles, cakes and pies somehow taste better when cooked in heavy pre-seasoned cast-iron cookware. Cast iron creates superior heat retention, heats evenly, and loves a campfire, unlike flimsier pans. Pre-seasoned out of the box saves you time and helps with easy cleanup.

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Farberware Classic 5/8-Quart Butter Warmer Review

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(More customer reviews)Perfect! This is of course good to warm butter or make a little bitty sauce - but who does that every day? We use it to heat the cream for our coffee, reheat the cold tea or soup, and make real hot chocolate last thing at night. Good balance on the stove and cleans up easy. Cute too!

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This little pot is perfectly designed for the melting and pouring of butter, or maybe chocolate sauce...It has a nicely weighted base, so unlike most mini saucepans this one doesn't tip over, even when empty. The even heating across the bottom ensures smooth melting and the spout enables you to pour neatly.

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Norpro Stainless-Steel Holder with Cotton Cooking Twine Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a basic item with a basic function, keep the twine clean and in order. It does this well and looks great on the counter.
If you don't think you need kitchen twine, get this and be amazed at how much you use it. Beyond just tying meats, this is great for tying cheesecloth to make greek yogurt, tie the bread bag shut when the twist-tie breaks, tie the base cupbords shut when a child is in your house for a visit, hang mistletoe, tie together herb budles, etc. I never realized how handy it is to have bits of sturdy twine ready for use.
It has become a real household staple.

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Keep cooking twine safely and securely contained with Norpro's food-safe twine holder. Made of stainless steel, the holder is dishwasher safe. Included with the 3-1/4-inch dispenser is 220-feet of food safe, unbleached, natural twine. The easy, attractive design looks good on countertops or by the stove to keep a neat and tidy kitchen.

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Pyrex Prepware 2-Cup Measuring Cup, Clear with Red Measurements Review

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(More customer reviews)I needed a small measuring cup and decided to purchase a Pyrex brand one because I already had a nice old large quart sized Pyrex measuring cup that had outlasted many other measuring cups which I got tired of replacing constantly. To make sure that my new measuring cup would last, I did some investigation on the new "Pyrex" brand of glassware. Corning Glass Works the company that manufactured the Pyrex line had sold the name to another company in the late 90s and there were reports of this newer glassware exploding/breaking. The explosions were a result of the new glassware being made of a different type of glass compared to the vintage Pyrex glassware which was made of borosilicate glass (the same type used in laboratory glassware abused by students and scientists). It was also a result of users not following instructions from the manufacturer (instructions who needs instructions? Uh oh... it blew up).
But some people are used to using the old Pyrex glassware in ways that the newer type of glass would not be compatible with. That type of usage almost always involved thermal shock or rapid change in temperature such as placing hot glassware onto a cold surface, putting hot glassware with burnt-on food into the sink to soak, placing refrigerated glassware into a preheated oven, etc. The borosilicate glass originally used to make Pyrex glassware had a low thermal expansion coefficient which made it more resistant to rapid temperature changes compared to the new tempered soda lime glass now in use. It is understandable that the company had to cut costs by using a low-cost type of glass in order to survive, but they should also remember that consumers have a habit of using their product in a certain way (hey habits are hard to break).
With that problem sorted out, I purchased the measuring cup and read the instructions/warnings before using it.
For most uses in the kitchen, the new measuring cup works great on most types of ingredients. It also has the clear measurement markings in metric and US units plus a comfortable handle similar to older Pyrex designs. The only issue I had was how to measure out boiling hot liquids for something like making Jello because this would mean that the glass is being exposed to a rapid temperature change. The way around this problem is to start with the liquid at room temperature, measure out the amount needed, and heating it up in the microwave. It felt inconvenient to have to wait for liquids to cool for measuring and then reheating it, but I had to break the old routine of pouring hot liquids into a measuring cup.
In any case, this is still a good measuring cup that is still made in the United States (hooray for supporting domestic jobs & reducing the amount of fuel used to transport it to consumers). The measuring cup is made of thick glass with bold, easy to read markings and a solid handle. It is also easier to clean than plastic measuring cups that tend to stain and absorb odors. Just remember not to expose the measuring cup to rapid temperature changes and it should last just as long as any other piece of old Pyrex glassware. Though I still wish Corning or World Kitchen would produce a measuring cup made of durable borosilicate glass.


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Renowned Pyrex glass measuring cups are fantastic tools in any kitchen. Made in the USA of ultra-durable, non-porous glass, the measuring cup won't absorb odors, flavors, or stains, nor will it impart them. Comfortable and easy to use, the measuring cup is made with an ergonomically designed handle and easy-to-read red markers. It has a 2-cup capacity, great for most basic recipes. While it is dishwasher safe, it's best to wash the cup by hand since, over time, the dishwasher can affect the measurement markers on the exterior.

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More Counter Space & Glass Stovetop Protector Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a great product for my small kitchen. It really does provide extra counter space where I had none before. It looks pretty nice (though I'd prefer to have a different color.) Plenty of room on this board for large jobs and easy enough to just prop up at the back of the stove or set alongside when you need to cook something. Unfortunately, you can't leave it on your stove-top while something is baking because it will warp from the heat. I would pay twice--or even triple--the price to have one of these that's heat-safe--and my rating would change form 4 stars to 5+++++!!!!

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"More Counter Space" cutting board is an exciting, unique new product that can rest on your stove top and instantly add more than 4 square feet of usable counter space to any kitchen. It's a serving tray with handles. It's a 20"x30" portable craft station. It's where the Thanksgiving turkey is carved and the juices don't run all over your counter. It's a project area for jigsaw puzzles & board games. It's a portable fish cleaning station for dad and a food prep area for grilling that you take right to the grill. It's a place for the kids to do messy painting and work with Legos or Play-Doh. It's a serving platter for pizza. A monster cutting board for the salad lover. The list of uses just goes on and on. "More Counter Space" is so versatile; the more you use it, the more uses you will find for it.

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RoadPro RPSL-350 12V 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker Review

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(More customer reviews)The 12 v crock pot is of great use to us. We live full time in our RV and can use the power of the sun instead of electric or LP or generator. How nice to have a little freedom from being chained to the system. Great for truckers. Ah fresh BBQ chicken or pork with just the cost of the pot and the food. Not a foolish product at all.

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For camping, tailgating and roadside dining, there is nothing quite as handy as this multi-purpose 12-volt slow cooker. Plug it into your 12-volt socket and cook up a batch of soup, stew or chili while you are busy watching the road or just having fun. Removable crock is easy to clean, and the cooker base handles make it easy to carry. Special stretch cord keeps glass lid secure for travel. Another great innovation from RoadPro, your trusted travel companion, bringing the comforts of home to on-the-go living.

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Bodum Chambord Stainless Steel Stovetop Espresso Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)I must get something out of the way first:
The reviewers who griped about the handle breaking must not have read the instructions, which clearly state to NOT tighten the top using the handle. The handle on both my coffee pots (I own both the small and large versions) have worked perfectly well for the six or more months I've owned them. There is nothing wrong with either the design or use of these pots that a little common sense wouldn't have fixed, and it's a shame to see such a wonderful product unfairly reviewed.
Okay, with the air cleared, I'll move on to the review:
I have owned and used a Bialetti aluminum stovetop "Moka" pot for years. Bialetti's pots are just fine, but the untreated aluminum discolors and stains easily.
Keep in mind, a stovetop espresso pot will give you percolated espresso (if you use espresso roast coffee) which is not the same as a traditional espresso shot, like what you'd get from Starbucks. Frankly, I think it tastes better, but it is different, and there's little or no "crema" with a percolated espresso.
If you move to Bodum's pots from Bialetti, as I did, you will immediately notice how the fit and finish of these pots is clean and precise. Screwing the top to the bottom is silky smooth (unlike the Bialetti that can squeak and chatter). The gasket that forms the seal between top and bottom appears to be made of black silicone, and remains springy and supple even after all the months of daily use I've given it. (Bodum includes a replacement gasket in the box, but I can't imagine when I'll need to replace it.) The gasket with the Bialetti is white, and appears to be made of rubber, and will discolor the first time you use it, and goes on to form tiny cracks fairly quickly.
When you make a pot of percolated espresso, "low and slow" is the general rule. Fill the stainless steel filter basket, but do not overfill and DO NOT pack the grains down. You will want to use only a percolated grind, which is a grind roughly the size of "Sugar in the Raw" granules. To use anything finer will result in clogging of the filters, grains of coffee in the top pot (and in your cup) as well as down into the water reservoir.
Fill the bottom reservoir with water up to the max fill line. Make sure there are no grains of coffee on the lip of the basket. Sit the basket down into the reservoir, and screw the top on to the bottom (ahem... and do not use the handle to tighten, per my opening rant!) Tighten it fairly tight - you want a good solid seal - but don't over-tighten. Too loose, and the pressure of the boiling water cannot come up and into the top carafe.
Set you heat fairly low. The coffee will start to flow silently and slowly at first. The trick seems to be to immediately turn off the heat once water is exhausted and the perc head is hissing and bubbling a bit; the coffee will be about 1/4 inch from the bottom opening of the perc head.
Cleanup is a breeze. Disassemble your pot when it's cool. Use something plastic (a bic pen cap works perfectly) to remove the silicone gasket. Clean everything with warm sudsy water and dry. Or put it in the dishwasher. (Something you can't do with Bialetti.)
Keep in mind...
If you have your coffee ground at Starbucks or Peet's, remember to make a point of explaining that you need a Percolator (or "Moka Pot") grind. You definitely do NOT want the typical espresso dust type of grind, or you will not enjoy your Chambord!
I have zero regrets with either of my Bodum Chambord espresso pots, and highly recommend them to everyone. I hope some of this was useful to you. ENJOY!

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Do it like the Italians!Bodum's award winning Chambord design is now available in the new Chambord Stovetop Espresso Maker!Commonly known as a Mocca pot, you can brew and serve fresh espresso fast in this competitively priced and stylish mirror-polished stainless steel pot. The efficient steam extraction method produces an exceptionally rich espresso. In this traditional method, steam is forced through coffee grounds and condenses into the pot's upper chamber. To use, fill water chamber to MAX mark, insert filter, and fill with fine ground coffee. Tighten containers and place on stovetop. A silicone gasket and release valve allow steam pressure to build safely. All parts are dishwasher safe and handle is heat resistant.Available in 3 and 6 cup sizes.

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Ilsa 7-Inch Cast Iron Heat Defuser Review

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(More customer reviews)This device is worth it's weight in gold. I cook a lot of pasta sauce and like to simmer it for 2-3 hours. Without this diffuser I would have to stir and scrape the bottom of the pot every 15 minutes to prevent scorching now it is every 30 to 40 minutes between stirs. It evenly distributes the heat to the entire bottom of the pan.

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One of the most important elements of stovetop cooking is even heat. That\'s one of the reasons why cooks worldwide turn to cast iron cookware. However, cast iron cookware typically requires a considerable amount of care and attention and it is heavy, for your wrists and shelves. With the Harold Import Cast Iron Heat Diffuser you can have the even heat of cast iron cookware, without having to use cast iron cookware. Simply place the diffuser on your electric or gas burner then place your regular pots and pans on top of the diffuser. Voila. No more hot spots; even heat for all of your culinary creations. Includes stainless steel handle for safety and convenience. Cast iron. 7-inch in diameter.

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