Question: Which size of product would not fit in this bag?

I've been knitting for a long time, and have amassed quite a collection of circular needles. I try to store them in their original plastic zip bags, with the correct label inside, so that I always know what size I have. But occasionally I bought custom needles that didn't come in a zip bag, or brand-name circs like the Noble Needle that came on a cardboard card (which is by now a shredded piece of paper). I purchased the 100-pack of these 4x6 zip bags to create new circ bags for those unusual ones, and to replace torn, punctured, etc., old ones on my Addi needles. These are the perfect size - just the same as the Addi bags, but thicker, so probably sturdier - and quite cost-effective. My needle storage is now beautiful and uniform! (Well, except for that massive size 19 circ, which wouldn't fit in a bag this size...)

Answer: 19 circ

I've been knitting for a long time, and have amassed quite a collection of circular needles. I try to store them in their original plastic zip bags, with the correct label inside, so that I always know what size I have. But occasionally I bought custom needles that didn't come in a zip bag, or brand-name circs like the Noble Needle that came on a cardboard card (which is by now a shredded piece of paper). I purchased the 100-pack of these 4x6 zip bags to create new circ bags for those unusual ones, and to replace torn, punctured, etc., old ones on my Addi needles. These are the perfect size - just the same as the Addi bags, but thicker, so probably sturdier - and quite cost-effective. My needle storage is now beautiful and uniform! <hl> (Well, except for that massive size 19 circ , which wouldn't fit in a bag this size...) <hl>

I've been knitting for a long time, and have amassed quite a collection of circular needles. I try to store them in their original plastic zip bags, with the correct label inside, so that I always know what size I have. But occasionally I bought custom needles that didn't come in a zip bag, or brand-name circs like the Noble Needle that came on a cardboard card (which is by now a shredded piece of paper). I purchased the 100-pack of these 4x6 zip bags to create new circ bags for those unusual ones, and to replace torn, punctured, etc., old ones on my Addi needles. These are the perfect size - just the same as the Addi bags, but thicker, so probably sturdier - and quite cost-effective. My needle storage is now beautiful and uniform! (Well, except for that massive size <hl> 19 circ <hl>, which wouldn't fit in a bag this size...)

(Well, except for that massive size <hl> 19 circ <hl> , which wouldn't fit in a bag this size...)


Question: What kind of blade is the green one?

At first, even before opening the box I was impressed with the weight of this item which told me it was not going to be made of flimsy plastic and I was right. It is very well made from heavy duty plastic but that is the only good thing I have to say about this product. Let me start with what is referred to as the "small blade" that would be the orange one, it will not cut anything, it could not even cut through the skin of a plum tomato. It simply mushes down tomatoes, onions and anything else you try and cut with the small blade and don't even think about trying to dice a potato. On to the "medium blade", the green one. It did mange to cut a zucchini even if I could only cut three inch pieces at one time. It did cut a potato after I leaned on it while pressing down with both hands, it barely made it through a green pepper and absolutely slaughtered a tomato because like the small blade it could not cut through the skin. How this piece of junk got so many rave reviews is beyond me. I don't doubt those that love this thing and can only assume that they were lucky enough to receive one that actually had sharp blades, cutting grid or whatever you call it. That is all that is really wrong with this product, it's dull, it can hardly make it's way through an onion! Like I said,it's heavy enough but just so dull it's hard to believe that the manufacturer does not realize this. With the pressure needed to cut a potato or whatever I'm certain it won't be long before this plastic food chopper is put in my recycling can. Who knows maybe in it's second life it will come back as something useful like a water bottle or something. My two star rating based is on one star because it is made from heavy plastic. The other star is based on the plastic storage box it came with because I'm sure I can find a good use for it other than what it was intended for. Sure I could clean up the chopper, pack it up and return it but I've decided to keep it as a reminder to never buy anything again from the company that made it or any other type of food chopper for that matter. Save your money and use a knife to cut your veggies it will be easier and faster, trust me!

Answer: medium blade

At first, even before opening the box I was impressed with the weight of this item which told me it was not going to be made of flimsy plastic and I was right. It is very well made from heavy duty plastic but that is the only good thing I have to say about this product. Let me start with what is referred to as the "small blade" that would be the orange one, it will not cut anything, it could not even cut through the skin of a plum tomato. It simply mushes down tomatoes, onions and anything else you try and cut with the small blade and don't even think about trying to dice a potato. <hl> On to the " medium blade ", the green one. <hl> It did mange to cut a zucchini even if I could only cut three inch pieces at one time. It did cut a potato after I leaned on it while pressing down with both hands, it barely made it through a green pepper and absolutely slaughtered a tomato because like the small blade it could not cut through the skin. How this piece of junk got so many rave reviews is beyond me. I don't doubt those that love this thing and can only assume that they were lucky enough to receive one that actually had sharp blades, cutting grid or whatever you call it. That is all that is really wrong with this product, it's dull, it can hardly make it's way through an onion! Like I said,it's heavy enough but just so dull it's hard to believe that the manufacturer does not realize this. With the pressure needed to cut a potato or whatever I'm certain it won't be long before this plastic food chopper is put in my recycling can. Who knows maybe in it's second life it will come back as something useful like a water bottle or something. My two star rating based is on one star because it is made from heavy plastic. The other star is based on the plastic storage box it came with because I'm sure I can find a good use for it other than what it was intended for. Sure I could clean up the chopper, pack it up and return it but I've decided to keep it as a reminder to never buy anything again from the company that made it or any other type of food chopper for that matter. Save your money and use a knife to cut your veggies it will be easier and faster, trust me!

At first, even before opening the box I was impressed with the weight of this item which told me it was not going to be made of flimsy plastic and I was right. It is very well made from heavy duty plastic but that is the only good thing I have to say about this product. Let me start with what is referred to as the "small blade" that would be the orange one, it will not cut anything, it could not even cut through the skin of a plum tomato. It simply mushes down tomatoes, onions and anything else you try and cut with the small blade and don't even think about trying to dice a potato. On to the "<hl> medium blade <hl>", the green one. It did mange to cut a zucchini even if I could only cut three inch pieces at one time. It did cut a potato after I leaned on it while pressing down with both hands, it barely made it through a green pepper and absolutely slaughtered a tomato because like the small blade it could not cut through the skin. How this piece of junk got so many rave reviews is beyond me. I don't doubt those that love this thing and can only assume that they were lucky enough to receive one that actually had sharp blades, cutting grid or whatever you call it. That is all that is really wrong with this product, it's dull, it can hardly make it's way through an onion! Like I said,it's heavy enough but just so dull it's hard to believe that the manufacturer does not realize this. With the pressure needed to cut a potato or whatever I'm certain it won't be long before this plastic food chopper is put in my recycling can. Who knows maybe in it's second life it will come back as something useful like a water bottle or something. My two star rating based is on one star because it is made from heavy plastic. The other star is based on the plastic storage box it came with because I'm sure I can find a good use for it other than what it was intended for. Sure I could clean up the chopper, pack it up and return it but I've decided to keep it as a reminder to never buy anything again from the company that made it or any other type of food chopper for that matter. Save your money and use a knife to cut your veggies it will be easier and faster, trust me!

On to the " <hl> medium blade <hl> ", the green one.


Question: What star rating would you give this product?

This is a terrible product and honestly shouldn't even get 1 star. It doesn't stay together and will literately crumble if there's any weight on it, and sometimes even if it's moved. It's not put together with screws, bolts, or nails. It's just suppose to fit snugly together and stay up on it's own. It does NOT. All I wanted to put on it was some laundry soap, fabric softeners, and a little bin for lint and it won't even work for that. I wish I would have trusted all these negative reviews and just gone with something a little more expensive. Returning it tomorrow.

Answer: This is a terrible product and honestly shouldn't even get 1 star

<hl> This is a terrible product and honestly shouldn't even get 1 star . <hl> It doesn't stay together and will literately crumble if there's any weight on it, and sometimes even if it's moved. It's not put together with screws, bolts, or nails. It's just suppose to fit snugly together and stay up on it's own. It does NOT. All I wanted to put on it was some laundry soap, fabric softeners, and a little bin for lint and it won't even work for that. I wish I would have trusted all these negative reviews and just gone with something a little more expensive. Returning it tomorrow.

<hl> This is a terrible product and honestly shouldn't even get 1 star <hl>. It doesn't stay together and will literately crumble if there's any weight on it, and sometimes even if it's moved. It's not put together with screws, bolts, or nails. It's just suppose to fit snugly together and stay up on it's own. It does NOT. All I wanted to put on it was some laundry soap, fabric softeners, and a little bin for lint and it won't even work for that. I wish I would have trusted all these negative reviews and just gone with something a little more expensive. Returning it tomorrow.

<hl> This is a terrible product and honestly shouldn't even get 1 star <hl> .


Question: Is this included with the Keurig machine?

Easy to fill and clean. Fits perfectly, but you first have to remove the original K-cup holder already in the machine when you purchased it. With some tugging and prying, the original K-cup holder pops right out. The new filter basket slips right into place. When you want to brew a pre-sealed K-cup, you have to remove this device and put the original basket back in. This is just plain annoying.I like that the top snaps on and off easily. It keeps all the coffee grinds contained in the filter. Nothing spills out. I do, however, find a bit of sludge in the bottom of my coffee cup. I don't notice a decline in taste or strength of the coffee. The filter makes as good a cup of coffee as the sealed K-cups. It has to be removed, cleaned and refilled after every cup.This K-filter is nothing but cheap plastic and a little bit of mesh. It shouldn't cost more than $2.99 at best. Keurig should have placed this cheap plastic gizmo in with their machines instead of charging an extra $15 for it. It's disgusts me that this crucial filter didn't come with the machine.

Answer: this crucial filter didn't come with the machine.

Easy to fill and clean. Fits perfectly, but you first have to remove the original K-cup holder already in the machine when you purchased it. With some tugging and prying, the original K-cup holder pops right out. The new filter basket slips right into place. When you want to brew a pre-sealed K-cup, you have to remove this device and put the original basket back in. This is just plain annoying. I like that the top snaps on and off easily. It keeps all the coffee grinds contained in the filter. Nothing spills out. I do, however, find a bit of sludge in the bottom of my coffee cup. I don't notice a decline in taste or strength of the coffee. The filter makes as good a cup of coffee as the sealed K-cups. It has to be removed, cleaned and refilled after every cup. This K-filter is nothing but cheap plastic and a little bit of mesh. It shouldn't cost more than $2.99 at best. Keurig should have placed this cheap plastic gizmo in with their machines instead of charging an extra $15 for it. <hl> It's disgusts me that this crucial filter didn't come with the machine. <hl>

Easy to fill and clean. Fits perfectly, but you first have to remove the original K-cup holder already in the machine when you purchased it. With some tugging and prying, the original K-cup holder pops right out. The new filter basket slips right into place. When you want to brew a pre-sealed K-cup, you have to remove this device and put the original basket back in. This is just plain annoying.I like that the top snaps on and off easily. It keeps all the coffee grinds contained in the filter. Nothing spills out. I do, however, find a bit of sludge in the bottom of my coffee cup. I don't notice a decline in taste or strength of the coffee. The filter makes as good a cup of coffee as the sealed K-cups. It has to be removed, cleaned and refilled after every cup.This K-filter is nothing but cheap plastic and a little bit of mesh. It shouldn't cost more than $2.99 at best. Keurig should have placed this cheap plastic gizmo in with their machines instead of charging an extra $15 for it. It's disgusts me that <hl> this crucial filter didn't come with the machine. <hl>


Question: What appliance are these safe to use in?

For the price, they are a good deal. They look stylish and are dishwasher safe. I've had them for about a year and they are still good as new. I received the package with a few cracks in some of the plates but getting the replacement was fairly hassle-free. Then again, Amazon was handling the returns.

Answer: dishwasher

For the price, they are a good deal. <hl> They look stylish and are dishwasher safe. <hl> I've had them for about a year and they are still good as new. I received the package with a few cracks in some of the plates but getting the replacement was fairly hassle-free. Then again, Amazon was handling the returns.

For the price, they are a good deal. They look stylish and are <hl> dishwasher <hl> safe. I've had them for about a year and they are still good as new. I received the package with a few cracks in some of the plates but getting the replacement was fairly hassle-free. Then again, Amazon was handling the returns.


Question: What is wrong with the coffee when they leave for work?

i read all the reviews and was very careful in selecting my new coffeemaker. one of the things that I hated the most about my old style (glass) carafe was that it DID, in fact, taste like burnt coffee and hated that so much. i though the idea of a thermal carafe was great! keeping it warm without burning it. BUT this particular coffeemaker doesn't even get it hot! it does NOT have a setting for the hot plate because THERE IS NO HOT PLATE. It does not get warm at all because it expects the carage to keep it warm. I love having the preset button but cannot use it because if I don't wake up right when it is finished brewing I do not get a hot cup of coffee. And by the time I leave for work to pour the last cup, it isn't even warm. I gave it three stars because some people may not prefer their coffee piping hot and since it does make a tasty cup of coffee with the three settings, I will leave it.Regardless, I have only had this coffee maker for just over a month and am thinking about buying a different one. Waste of money for me. If anyone wants to purchase this off of me, I would gladly sell it to you at a cheaper price. :(

Answer: it isn't even warm

i read all the reviews and was very careful in selecting my new coffeemaker. one of the things that I hated the most about my old style (glass) carafe was that it DID, in fact, taste like burnt coffee and hated that so much. i though the idea of a thermal carafe was great! keeping it warm without burning it. BUT this particular coffeemaker doesn't even get it hot! it does NOT have a setting for the hot plate because THERE IS NO HOT PLATE. It does not get warm at all because it expects the carage to keep it warm. I love having the preset button but cannot use it because if I don't wake up right when it is finished brewing I do not get a hot cup of coffee. <hl> And by the time I leave for work to pour the last cup, it isn't even warm . <hl> I gave it three stars because some people may not prefer their coffee piping hot and since it does make a tasty cup of coffee with the three settings, I will leave it. Regardless, I have only had this coffee maker for just over a month and am thinking about buying a different one. Waste of money for me. If anyone wants to purchase this off of me, I would gladly sell it to you at a cheaper price. :(

i read all the reviews and was very careful in selecting my new coffeemaker. one of the things that I hated the most about my old style (glass) carafe was that it DID, in fact, taste like burnt coffee and hated that so much. i though the idea of a thermal carafe was great! keeping it warm without burning it. BUT this particular coffeemaker doesn't even get it hot! it does NOT have a setting for the hot plate because THERE IS NO HOT PLATE. It does not get warm at all because it expects the carage to keep it warm. I love having the preset button but cannot use it because if I don't wake up right when it is finished brewing I do not get a hot cup of coffee. And by the time I leave for work to pour the last cup, <hl> it isn't even warm <hl>. I gave it three stars because some people may not prefer their coffee piping hot and since it does make a tasty cup of coffee with the three settings, I will leave it.Regardless, I have only had this coffee maker for just over a month and am thinking about buying a different one. Waste of money for me. If anyone wants to purchase this off of me, I would gladly sell it to you at a cheaper price. :(

And by the time I leave for work to pour the last cup, <hl> it isn't even warm <hl> .


Question: When did the blender get loud?

Loved the blender but the motor died within 6 months. At first the blender was fairly quiet and then as time went by it got louder and louder until I had to wear ear plugs to use it. About the time I had enough of the sound, the motor died completely and threw it away. I did use half frozen bananas in the shakes and thought that maybe that is why it didn't last as long but my mom, who bought this blender about a month after we bought ours just used fresh veggies and fruit and she was just complaining this morning that it was getting obnoxiously loud.... I just bought a 20 dollar unit from Faberware. It is not as good as the Nutri Bullet but a lot cheaper!

Answer: as time went by

Loved the blender but the motor died within 6 months. <hl> At first the blender was fairly quiet and then as time went by it got louder and louder until I had to wear ear plugs to use it. <hl> About the time I had enough of the sound, the motor died completely and threw it away. I did use half frozen bananas in the shakes and thought that maybe that is why it didn't last as long but my mom, who bought this blender about a month after we bought ours just used fresh veggies and fruit and she was just complaining this morning that it was getting obnoxiously loud.... I just bought a 20 dollar unit from Faberware. It is not as good as the Nutri Bullet but a lot cheaper!

Loved the blender but the motor died within 6 months. At first the blender was fairly quiet and then <hl> as time went by <hl> it got louder and louder until I had to wear ear plugs to use it. About the time I had enough of the sound, the motor died completely and threw it away. I did use half frozen bananas in the shakes and thought that maybe that is why it didn't last as long but my mom, who bought this blender about a month after we bought ours just used fresh veggies and fruit and she was just complaining this morning that it was getting obnoxiously loud.... I just bought a 20 dollar unit from Faberware. It is not as good as the Nutri Bullet but a lot cheaper!


Question: How many pieces were in the set?

One of my very favorite kitchen utensils is a good silicone spatula. This is one of those tools I can never have enough of. I recently received a complementary set of the 3-Piece Spatula Set -Made out of ONE PIECE silicone for review and absolutely love it.My mother loves what she calls a ‘spoon-ula’. I haven’t had one of these before, but there was one included in this set. It is almost exactly like the silicone spatula I am used to, except it has a shallow indention that is very handy with some dishes. Both the spoon-spatula and the plain spatula are 10”x2”. There is also a smaller spatula that is only 8”x1”.The larger spatulas are perfect for most kitchen tasks. The silicone holds up when stirring hot dishes on the stove and the straight-edge ends do an excellent job of scraping the bottom of a pot. The same spatulas work equally well stirring cold dishes in a mixing bowl. The smaller spatula is wonderful for scraping ingredients out of small containers like canned foods or sour cream.The beauty of these spatulas being one piece is that there are no crevices for food to get trapped in, promoting food poisoning or cross-contamination. Also, one solid piece means less chance of it breaking.These tools can be easily washed by hand, but are fine in the dishwasher as well.I would recommend this spatula set to anyone who cooks.

Answer: 3

One of my very favorite kitchen utensils is a good silicone spatula. This is one of those tools I can never have enough of. <hl> I recently received a complementary set of the 3 -Piece Spatula Set -Made out of ONE PIECE silicone for review and absolutely love it. <hl> My mother loves what she calls a ‘spoon-ula’. I haven’t had one of these before, but there was one included in this set. It is almost exactly like the silicone spatula I am used to, except it has a shallow indention that is very handy with some dishes. Both the spoon-spatula and the plain spatula are 10”x2”. There is also a smaller spatula that is only 8”x1”.The larger spatulas are perfect for most kitchen tasks. The silicone holds up when stirring hot dishes on the stove and the straight-edge ends do an excellent job of scraping the bottom of a pot. The same spatulas work equally well stirring cold dishes in a mixing bowl. The smaller spatula is wonderful for scraping ingredients out of small containers like canned foods or sour cream. The beauty of these spatulas being one piece is that there are no crevices for food to get trapped in, promoting food poisoning or cross-contamination. Also, one solid piece means less chance of it breaking. These tools can be easily washed by hand, but are fine in the dishwasher as well. I would recommend this spatula set to anyone who cooks.

One of my very favorite kitchen utensils is a good silicone spatula. This is one of those tools I can never have enough of. I recently received a complementary set of the <hl> 3 <hl>-Piece Spatula Set -Made out of ONE PIECE silicone for review and absolutely love it.My mother loves what she calls a ‘spoon-ula’. I haven’t had one of these before, but there was one included in this set. It is almost exactly like the silicone spatula I am used to, except it has a shallow indention that is very handy with some dishes. Both the spoon-spatula and the plain spatula are 10”x2”. There is also a smaller spatula that is only 8”x1”.The larger spatulas are perfect for most kitchen tasks. The silicone holds up when stirring hot dishes on the stove and the straight-edge ends do an excellent job of scraping the bottom of a pot. The same spatulas work equally well stirring cold dishes in a mixing bowl. The smaller spatula is wonderful for scraping ingredients out of small containers like canned foods or sour cream.The beauty of these spatulas being one piece is that there are no crevices for food to get trapped in, promoting food poisoning or cross-contamination. Also, one solid piece means less chance of it breaking.These tools can be easily washed by hand, but are fine in the dishwasher as well.I would recommend this spatula set to anyone who cooks.

I recently received a complementary set of the <hl> 3 <hl> -Piece Spatula Set -Made out of ONE PIECE silicone for review and absolutely love it.


Question: How old was the similar one?

I have a very similar one, but it's about 20 years old. My friend loved mine, so I got her this one. She loves it. Like my 20 year old one, the numbers are quite clear and the lines are easy to see. And you know it's going to last unless you break it. I love the Pyrex ones the best because you can measure hot and cold items when necessary. And the clear glass is much easier to use than semi-clear plastic. I also think the glass is better for cleanliness. And it's big enough to measure up 2 cups of anything. It's a very useful item to have.

Answer: 20 years

<hl> I have a very similar one, but it's about 20 years old. <hl> My friend loved mine, so I got her this one. She loves it. Like my 20 year old one, the numbers are quite clear and the lines are easy to see. And you know it's going to last unless you break it. I love the Pyrex ones the best because you can measure hot and cold items when necessary. And the clear glass is much easier to use than semi-clear plastic. I also think the glass is better for cleanliness. And it's big enough to measure up 2 cups of anything. It's a very useful item to have.

I have a very similar one, but it's about <hl> 20 years <hl> old. My friend loved mine, so I got her this one. She loves it. Like my 20 year old one, the numbers are quite clear and the lines are easy to see. And you know it's going to last unless you break it. I love the Pyrex ones the best because you can measure hot and cold items when necessary. And the clear glass is much easier to use than semi-clear plastic. I also think the glass is better for cleanliness. And it's big enough to measure up 2 cups of anything. It's a very useful item to have.


Question: What is the highest priced item?

This is an inexpensive alternative to the higher priced French ovens. It is a bit heavier though, than comparable others. Unlike the French ovens, this one has little spikes on the inside of the lid which serve to baste the food as it roasts. They do work and when you open the lid, you don't have a lot of hot water dripping off of it.Just so you know, the inside is white and does stain. There is some product out there that would probably remove the stains, but I don't mind enough to have searched for it. After soaking the pot in soapy water, a baking soda paste and a nylon scrubber will remove baked on greasy spots on the outside without harming the finish. Oddly, the persimmon color darkens to a very dark orange with heat, but it returns to its original color as the pot cools. Turns out that that oddity has actually kept me from grabbing a hot lid at least once. The pot's outside is entirely enameled and the bottom is flat, so it could be used on a ceramic stove top without risk of scratches.It's a very nice pot.

Answer: French ovens

<hl> This is an inexpensive alternative to the higher priced French ovens . <hl> It is a bit heavier though, than comparable others. Unlike the French ovens, this one has little spikes on the inside of the lid which serve to baste the food as it roasts. They do work and when you open the lid, you don't have a lot of hot water dripping off of it. Just so you know, the inside is white and does stain. There is some product out there that would probably remove the stains, but I don't mind enough to have searched for it. After soaking the pot in soapy water, a baking soda paste and a nylon scrubber will remove baked on greasy spots on the outside without harming the finish. Oddly, the persimmon color darkens to a very dark orange with heat, but it returns to its original color as the pot cools. Turns out that that oddity has actually kept me from grabbing a hot lid at least once. The pot's outside is entirely enameled and the bottom is flat, so it could be used on a ceramic stove top without risk of scratches. It's a very nice pot.

This is an inexpensive alternative to the higher priced <hl> French ovens <hl>. It is a bit heavier though, than comparable others. Unlike the French ovens, this one has little spikes on the inside of the lid which serve to baste the food as it roasts. They do work and when you open the lid, you don't have a lot of hot water dripping off of it.Just so you know, the inside is white and does stain. There is some product out there that would probably remove the stains, but I don't mind enough to have searched for it. After soaking the pot in soapy water, a baking soda paste and a nylon scrubber will remove baked on greasy spots on the outside without harming the finish. Oddly, the persimmon color darkens to a very dark orange with heat, but it returns to its original color as the pot cools. Turns out that that oddity has actually kept me from grabbing a hot lid at least once. The pot's outside is entirely enameled and the bottom is flat, so it could be used on a ceramic stove top without risk of scratches.It's a very nice pot.

This is an inexpensive alternative to the higher priced <hl> French ovens <hl> .


Question: What product did this free "toy" replace?

I've had a $600+ set of Wusthof Classic knives for five years and had been using the sharpening steel that came with the set. I had not noticed any reduction in sharpness and would never have considered getting this sharpener if it had not come as a free bonus offer along with a set of Wusthof cheese knives I bought recently. Even then; I had not planned to use it, but decided to give it a try since it was made by Wusthof and there was no warning on it. To my surprise the paring knife that I tried first came out considerably sharper after a few easy passes through the "fine" side. I tried it on the other knives with similar results and will never go back to the sharpening steel. The cheap toy turned out to be a valuable tool!

Answer: sharpening steel

<hl> I've had a $600+ set of Wusthof Classic knives for five years and had been using the sharpening steel that came with the set. <hl> I had not noticed any reduction in sharpness and would never have considered getting this sharpener if it had not come as a free bonus offer along with a set of Wusthof cheese knives I bought recently. Even then; I had not planned to use it, but decided to give it a try since it was made by Wusthof and there was no warning on it. To my surprise the paring knife that I tried first came out considerably sharper after a few easy passes through the "fine" side. I tried it on the other knives with similar results and will never go back to the sharpening steel. The cheap toy turned out to be a valuable tool!

I've had a $600+ set of Wusthof Classic knives for five years and had been using the <hl> sharpening steel <hl> that came with the set. I had not noticed any reduction in sharpness and would never have considered getting this sharpener if it had not come as a free bonus offer along with a set of Wusthof cheese knives I bought recently. Even then; I had not planned to use it, but decided to give it a try since it was made by Wusthof and there was no warning on it. To my surprise the paring knife that I tried first came out considerably sharper after a few easy passes through the "fine" side. I tried it on the other knives with similar results and will never go back to the sharpening steel. The cheap toy turned out to be a valuable tool!


Question: what was the purpose of this purchase?

I love Duralex dishes and bowls for their sturdiness and clean good looks, so that's where I went looking when I wanted to get a set of extra bowls for cereal, desserts, snacks, and so on.These bowls are very large for cereal. Three cups of Cheerios fill the bowls to the bottom of the wide top rim. That's a whole lot of cereal. They're crazy big for ice cream. I think that the 5-" bowls would be a more appropriate size for cereal and ice cream. But the 6-" size is good for individual servings of popcorn and some snacks.A slight drawback for the storage-challenged is that the broad top rims make the bowls stack high. Also, the style of the bowls makes them look more like prep bowls than serving bowls. That may matter to you if you're thinking of using them for guests. For a bowl that's smaller than this 6-" Duralex bowl, stacks more compactly and looks more like a serving bowl than prep, try this Bormioli bowl:Bormioli Rocco Mr. Chef Salad Bowl, 16.875-Ounce.

Answer: wanted to get a set of extra bowls for cereal, desserts, snacks

<hl> I love Duralex dishes and bowls for their sturdiness and clean good looks, so that's where I went looking when I wanted to get a set of extra bowls for cereal, desserts, snacks , and so on. <hl> These bowls are very large for cereal. Three cups of Cheerios fill the bowls to the bottom of the wide top rim. That's a whole lot of cereal. They're crazy big for ice cream. I think that the 5-" bowls would be a more appropriate size for cereal and ice cream. But the 6-" size is good for individual servings of popcorn and some snacks. A slight drawback for the storage-challenged is that the broad top rims make the bowls stack high. Also, the style of the bowls makes them look more like prep bowls than serving bowls. That may matter to you if you're thinking of using them for guests. For a bowl that's smaller than this 6-" Duralex bowl, stacks more compactly and looks more like a serving bowl than prep, try this Bormioli bowl:Bormioli Rocco Mr. Chef Salad Bowl, 16.875-Ounce.

I love Duralex dishes and bowls for their sturdiness and clean good looks, so that's where I went looking when I <hl> wanted to get a set of extra bowls for cereal, desserts, snacks <hl>, and so on.These bowls are very large for cereal. Three cups of Cheerios fill the bowls to the bottom of the wide top rim. That's a whole lot of cereal. They're crazy big for ice cream. I think that the 5-" bowls would be a more appropriate size for cereal and ice cream. But the 6-" size is good for individual servings of popcorn and some snacks.A slight drawback for the storage-challenged is that the broad top rims make the bowls stack high. Also, the style of the bowls makes them look more like prep bowls than serving bowls. That may matter to you if you're thinking of using them for guests. For a bowl that's smaller than this 6-" Duralex bowl, stacks more compactly and looks more like a serving bowl than prep, try this Bormioli bowl:Bormioli Rocco Mr. Chef Salad Bowl, 16.875-Ounce.

I love Duralex dishes and bowls for their sturdiness and clean good looks, so that's where I went looking when I <hl> wanted to get a set of extra bowls for cereal, desserts, snacks <hl> , and so on.


Question: What is the reviewer's one complaint?

This is a great little steam mop -- perfect for the kitchen. We have stone tiles in the kitchen and I've been finding it hard to clean lately. I don't like using a lot of chemicals, so I've been boiling water and using that as mop water. This is perfect -- saves me a step and works twice as well! The cord is really short, so I have to unplug it and re-plug it in 3 times in order to do the whole kitchen, but that's really my only complaint. I also wish there was another cloth that came with it so I would always have one ready when the other one is in the wash. Quick to heat up and quick to dry as well. Really enjoying this product!

Answer: cord is really short

This is a great little steam mop -- perfect for the kitchen. We have stone tiles in the kitchen and I've been finding it hard to clean lately. I don't like using a lot of chemicals, so I've been boiling water and using that as mop water. This is perfect -- saves me a step and works twice as well! <hl> The cord is really short , so I have to unplug it and re-plug it in 3 times in order to do the whole kitchen, but that's really my only complaint. <hl> I also wish there was another cloth that came with it so I would always have one ready when the other one is in the wash. Quick to heat up and quick to dry as well. Really enjoying this product!

This is a great little steam mop -- perfect for the kitchen. We have stone tiles in the kitchen and I've been finding it hard to clean lately. I don't like using a lot of chemicals, so I've been boiling water and using that as mop water. This is perfect -- saves me a step and works twice as well! The <hl> cord is really short <hl>, so I have to unplug it and re-plug it in 3 times in order to do the whole kitchen, but that's really my only complaint. I also wish there was another cloth that came with it so I would always have one ready when the other one is in the wash. Quick to heat up and quick to dry as well. Really enjoying this product!

The <hl> cord is really short <hl> , so I have to unplug it and re-plug it in 3 times in order to do the whole kitchen, but that's really my only complaint.


Question: Is the knife too heavy?

I bought this knife after reading an America's Test Kitchen review...was a little skeptical as it was so relatively inexpensive but it's great! Hold it's edge, nice weight (not too heavy) and definitely a keeper. I had a potluck BBQ with several friends who were doing various preps in my kitchen of things they had brought...after several of them mentioned loving the knife and that they were considering just slipping it into their bags when they left...I told them...that it was a Victorinox. not that expensive and they could easily go online and buy one from Amazon too. People that like to cook seem to go through set after set of useless knives or spent a small fortune trying to find "the perfect knife" I know I have...then again there's the Victorinox (the same company that makes Swiss Army Knives) it's great...who knew? They need to advertise more.

Answer: (not too heavy)

I bought this knife after reading an America's Test Kitchen review...was a little skeptical as it was so relatively inexpensive but it's great! <hl> Hold it's edge, nice weight (not too heavy) and definitely a keeper. <hl> I had a potluck BBQ with several friends who were doing various preps in my kitchen of things they had brought...after several of them mentioned loving the knife and that they were considering just slipping it into their bags when they left... I told them...that it was a Victorinox. not that expensive and they could easily go online and buy one from Amazon too. People that like to cook seem to go through set after set of useless knives or spent a small fortune trying to find "the perfect knife" I know I have...then again there's the Victorinox (the same company that makes Swiss Army Knives) it's great...who knew? They need to advertise more.

I bought this knife after reading an America's Test Kitchen review...was a little skeptical as it was so relatively inexpensive but it's great! Hold it's edge, nice weight <hl> (not too heavy) <hl> and definitely a keeper. I had a potluck BBQ with several friends who were doing various preps in my kitchen of things they had brought...after several of them mentioned loving the knife and that they were considering just slipping it into their bags when they left...I told them...that it was a Victorinox. not that expensive and they could easily go online and buy one from Amazon too. People that like to cook seem to go through set after set of useless knives or spent a small fortune trying to find "the perfect knife" I know I have...then again there's the Victorinox (the same company that makes Swiss Army Knives) it's great...who knew? They need to advertise more.


Question: What is the shape and design?

I bought this set to go with a RSVP set that I could no longer find except on those expensive replacement sights. Just happened across it and thought it might match. Well the design is the same and the shape of the spoon bowls are the same. Very nice quality too. So I came back and ordered a second set! GREAT!

Answer: Well the design is the same and the shape of the spoon bowls are the same

I bought this set to go with a RSVP set that I could no longer find except on those expensive replacement sights. Just happened across it and thought it might match. <hl> Well the design is the same and the shape of the spoon bowls are the same . <hl> Very nice quality too. So I came back and ordered a second set! GREAT!

I bought this set to go with a RSVP set that I could no longer find except on those expensive replacement sights. Just happened across it and thought it might match. <hl> Well the design is the same and the shape of the spoon bowls are the same <hl>. Very nice quality too. So I came back and ordered a second set! GREAT!

<hl> Well the design is the same and the shape of the spoon bowls are the same <hl> .


Question: How long does it steam in?

As far as steamers go, this must be one of the best. Long cord, easy to fill with water, steam in 30-seconds, two levels of steam, even distribution of steam, light weight, no hand pumping, swivel head for tight spots, pad attaches easily. If the one I have were to break, I would probably get another SI-60 just like the one I have now.All that being said; I mop twice after first sweeping and vacuuming the floor. First mop is with a sponge mop that has a squeeze type ringer and a bristle scrub brush on the flip side; I do use a floor cleaning product in the hot water. Then I go over the floor with the steam mop. When I get done the floor looks good and I think its clean. I was not satisfied using the steam mop alone.

Answer: 30-seconds

As far as steamers go, this must be one of the best. <hl> Long cord, easy to fill with water, steam in 30-seconds , two levels of steam, even distribution of steam, light weight, no hand pumping, swivel head for tight spots, pad attaches easily. <hl> If the one I have were to break, I would probably get another SI-60 just like the one I have now. All that being said; I mop twice after first sweeping and vacuuming the floor. First mop is with a sponge mop that has a squeeze type ringer and a bristle scrub brush on the flip side; I do use a floor cleaning product in the hot water. Then I go over the floor with the steam mop. When I get done the floor looks good and I think its clean. I was not satisfied using the steam mop alone.

As far as steamers go, this must be one of the best. Long cord, easy to fill with water, steam in <hl> 30-seconds <hl>, two levels of steam, even distribution of steam, light weight, no hand pumping, swivel head for tight spots, pad attaches easily. If the one I have were to break, I would probably get another SI-60 just like the one I have now.All that being said; I mop twice after first sweeping and vacuuming the floor. First mop is with a sponge mop that has a squeeze type ringer and a bristle scrub brush on the flip side; I do use a floor cleaning product in the hot water. Then I go over the floor with the steam mop. When I get done the floor looks good and I think its clean. I was not satisfied using the steam mop alone.

Long cord, easy to fill with water, steam in <hl> 30-seconds <hl> , two levels of steam, even distribution of steam, light weight, no hand pumping, swivel head for tight spots, pad attaches easily.


Question: What must your coffee maker have to make a basic cup of coffee?

I have a very teeny kitchen and about 3 cubic feet of counter space. A traditional coffee maker takes up far too much room. I did not want to spend a fortune on a one cup brewer. Or the k cups that most of those more expensive makers use.I got this today. Followed the instructions and made myself of cup a joe. It was good. Makes a good cup of coffee and does it fast. The mug is good quality too. I love the automatic shut off as I tend to be absent minded first thing in the morning.If you are looking to make a good, basic cup of coffee using a machine with a small foot print, this will work. Easy to use as well.

Answer: a small foot print

I have a very teeny kitchen and about 3 cubic feet of counter space. A traditional coffee maker takes up far too much room. I did not want to spend a fortune on a one cup brewer. Or the k cups that most of those more expensive makers use. I got this today. Followed the instructions and made myself of cup a joe. It was good. Makes a good cup of coffee and does it fast. The mug is good quality too. I love the automatic shut off as I tend to be absent minded first thing in the morning. <hl> If you are looking to make a good, basic cup of coffee using a machine with a small foot print , this will work. <hl> Easy to use as well.

I have a very teeny kitchen and about 3 cubic feet of counter space. A traditional coffee maker takes up far too much room. I did not want to spend a fortune on a one cup brewer. Or the k cups that most of those more expensive makers use.I got this today. Followed the instructions and made myself of cup a joe. It was good. Makes a good cup of coffee and does it fast. The mug is good quality too. I love the automatic shut off as I tend to be absent minded first thing in the morning.If you are looking to make a good, basic cup of coffee using a machine with <hl> a small foot print <hl>, this will work. Easy to use as well.

If you are looking to make a good, basic cup of coffee using a machine with <hl> a small foot print <hl> , this will work.


Question: What wouldn't go away?

My wife and I have bad feet and legs so standing on the hard linoleum after being on our feet all day was painful. We got these for in front of the stove and the sink and couldn't be happier.They are kind of funny that they hold the impression for just a minute after you walk away so you can see your foot prints or the dog's foot and butt prints after they walk away.The first two I got had creases in them that wouldn't go away. I laid them out for the 3 days recommended and they never went away. I ordered replacements and those had creases that went away in less than a day.These are worth the money and keep my comfortable and make cooking and cleaning less of a chore.

Answer: foot prints

My wife and I have bad feet and legs so standing on the hard linoleum after being on our feet all day was painful. We got these for in front of the stove and the sink and couldn't be happier. <hl> They are kind of funny that they hold the impression for just a minute after you walk away so you can see your foot prints or the dog's foot and butt prints after they walk away. <hl> The first two I got had creases in them that wouldn't go away. I laid them out for the 3 days recommended and they never went away. I ordered replacements and those had creases that went away in less than a day. These are worth the money and keep my comfortable and make cooking and cleaning less of a chore.

My wife and I have bad feet and legs so standing on the hard linoleum after being on our feet all day was painful. We got these for in front of the stove and the sink and couldn't be happier.They are kind of funny that they hold the impression for just a minute after you walk away so you can see your <hl> foot prints <hl> or the dog's foot and butt prints after they walk away.The first two I got had creases in them that wouldn't go away. I laid them out for the 3 days recommended and they never went away. I ordered replacements and those had creases that went away in less than a day.These are worth the money and keep my comfortable and make cooking and cleaning less of a chore.


Question: What kind of music has the author not heard in months

Yeah sure, Hepa filter microns microbes blah blah, but it's the *carbon* filter (aka the Honeywell 38002 Enviracare Universal Replacement Pre-Filter) that keeps the house from smelling like a Bullitt County bingo hall. Change the carbon filter every month or so and you can lie to your children about having given up the Pall Malls. I bought the Honeywell 17000 first; it uses the same pre-filter, it's quieter and it probably helps a little. The 50250, however, is exponentially more effective at eliminating cigarette smoke simply because it filters a massive amount of air. To do that, it has to make a little noise. Fine with me; I haven't heard the neighbor's country music in months and the dog is no longer alerted to save us from the mailman's daily threat to commit a home invasion.

Answer: country

Yeah sure, Hepa filter microns microbes blah blah, but it's the *carbon* filter (aka the Honeywell 38002 Enviracare Universal Replacement Pre-Filter) that keeps the house from smelling like a Bullitt County bingo hall. Change the carbon filter every month or so and you can lie to your children about having given up the Pall Malls. I bought the Honeywell 17000 first; it uses the same pre-filter, it's quieter and it probably helps a little. The 50250, however, is exponentially more effective at eliminating cigarette smoke simply because it filters a massive amount of air. To do that, it has to make a little noise. <hl> Fine with me; I haven't heard the neighbor's country music in months and the dog is no longer alerted to save us from the mailman's daily threat to commit a home invasion. <hl>

Yeah sure, Hepa filter microns microbes blah blah, but it's the *carbon* filter (aka the Honeywell 38002 Enviracare Universal Replacement Pre-Filter) that keeps the house from smelling like a Bullitt County bingo hall. Change the carbon filter every month or so and you can lie to your children about having given up the Pall Malls. I bought the Honeywell 17000 first; it uses the same pre-filter, it's quieter and it probably helps a little. The 50250, however, is exponentially more effective at eliminating cigarette smoke simply because it filters a massive amount of air. To do that, it has to make a little noise. Fine with me; I haven't heard the neighbor's <hl> country <hl> music in months and the dog is no longer alerted to save us from the mailman's daily threat to commit a home invasion.


Question: What happened to their second pitcher?

No it is not imagination. I just ran taste tests. Perhaps the filter area leaks on this one (that I bought from amazon a few months ago) but the water quality is little better than tap water. I changed the filter. It still tastes like tap water. I am comparing it with another Brita pitcher. I JUST ordered another model and will give this one away to the Salvation Army. The second Brita pitcher I was defective when i got it and I had to return it to amazon and the new one works GREAT. I CANNOT recommend this model since I changed the filter ahead of time and the water is not up to quality (yes I washed it by hand). I can't dump on Brita since the other pitcher is great and that made me decide to order a different model. If you compare water quality one tastes like bottled water quality, the other tastes very much like tap. So with new filter I am figuring there is some kind of leak in the construction so a large amount of tap gets through. Whatever. I'm tossing it (too late to return it to Amazon).

Answer: defective

No it is not imagination. I just ran taste tests. Perhaps the filter area leaks on this one (that I bought from amazon a few months ago) but the water quality is little better than tap water. I changed the filter. It still tastes like tap water. I am comparing it with another Brita pitcher. I JUST ordered another model and will give this one away to the Salvation Army. <hl> The second Brita pitcher I was defective when i got it <hl> and I had to return it to amazon and the new one works GREAT. I CANNOT recommend this model since I changed the filter ahead of time and the water is not up to quality (yes I washed it by hand). I can't dump on Brita since the other pitcher is great and that made me decide to order a different model. If you compare water quality one tastes like bottled water quality, the other tastes very much like tap. So with new filter I am figuring there is some kind of leak in the construction so a large amount of tap gets through. Whatever. I'm tossing it (too late to return it to Amazon).

No it is not imagination. I just ran taste tests. Perhaps the filter area leaks on this one (that I bought from amazon a few months ago) but the water quality is little better than tap water. I changed the filter. It still tastes like tap water. I am comparing it with another Brita pitcher. I JUST ordered another model and will give this one away to the Salvation Army. The second Brita pitcher I was <hl> defective <hl> when i got it and I had to return it to amazon and the new one works GREAT. I CANNOT recommend this model since I changed the filter ahead of time and the water is not up to quality (yes I washed it by hand). I can't dump on Brita since the other pitcher is great and that made me decide to order a different model. If you compare water quality one tastes like bottled water quality, the other tastes very much like tap. So with new filter I am figuring there is some kind of leak in the construction so a large amount of tap gets through. Whatever. I'm tossing it (too late to return it to Amazon).


Question: What can you grind into the base?

We first tried these at a friend's dinner party, and immediately ordered a set as a gift and one for ourselves. You can grind the salt or pepper into the base, then measure it out (great for cooking), or take off the base and grind it right onto your meal. You can adjust the grind, too.Everyone who's tried them enjoys them. A great gift and a fun way to salt and pepper your food. (Another plus: there's really no flavor difference between fresh- and pre-ground salt, but this grinder prevents the potential problem of clumping salt in humid weather!)

Answer: salt or pepper

We first tried these at a friend's dinner party, and immediately ordered a set as a gift and one for ourselves. <hl> You can grind the salt or pepper into the base, then measure it out (great for cooking), or take off the base and grind it right onto your meal. <hl> You can adjust the grind, too. Everyone who's tried them enjoys them. A great gift and a fun way to salt and pepper your food. (Another plus: there's really no flavor difference between fresh- and pre-ground salt, but this grinder prevents the potential problem of clumping salt in humid weather!)

We first tried these at a friend's dinner party, and immediately ordered a set as a gift and one for ourselves. You can grind the <hl> salt or pepper <hl> into the base, then measure it out (great for cooking), or take off the base and grind it right onto your meal. You can adjust the grind, too.Everyone who's tried them enjoys them. A great gift and a fun way to salt and pepper your food. (Another plus: there's really no flavor difference between fresh- and pre-ground salt, but this grinder prevents the potential problem of clumping salt in humid weather!)


Question: the writer owns what size of utility knife?

ORIGINAL REVIEW:This knife IS sharper than most in its price range, but for cutting blocks of cheese I am not seeing any breath-taking difference from my humble 6" utility knife or 8" chef's knife. The slices don't seem to fall apart more cleanly or any more intact than when using other knives. And hand washing it is a bit more challenging: you pretty much need to use a brush due to the holes in the blade, which creates a lot more edges where food residue can collect.I suppose it's not a bad novelty item and possible conversation piece due to its uniqueness, but I doubt I would ever buy it again.UPDATE, 5/10/2014:Tried this on various soft, creamy cheeses like camembert and brie...VOILA! Ok, *now* I get it. Slices cleanly and easily, unlike my other knives which the cheese would stick to and create a horrible-looking mess.So, in a nutshell---if you only eat hard, dry cheeses then you CAN live without this knife. If you also eat soft and creamy ones, then it DOES make your life a bit easier.Changed rating from 3 stars to 4 1/2.

Answer: 6"

<hl> ORIGINAL REVIEW:This knife IS sharper than most in its price range, but for cutting blocks of cheese I am not seeing any breath-taking difference from my humble 6" utility knife or 8" chef's knife. <hl> The slices don't seem to fall apart more cleanly or any more intact than when using other knives. And hand washing it is a bit more challenging: you pretty much need to use a brush due to the holes in the blade, which creates a lot more edges where food residue can collect. I suppose it's not a bad novelty item and possible conversation piece due to its uniqueness, but I doubt I would ever buy it again. UPDATE, 5/10/2014:Tried this on various soft, creamy cheeses like camembert and brie... VOILA! Ok, *now* I get it. Slices cleanly and easily, unlike my other knives which the cheese would stick to and create a horrible-looking mess. So, in a nutshell---if you only eat hard, dry cheeses then you CAN live without this knife. If you also eat soft and creamy ones, then it DOES make your life a bit easier. Changed rating from 3 stars to 4 1/2.

ORIGINAL REVIEW:This knife IS sharper than most in its price range, but for cutting blocks of cheese I am not seeing any breath-taking difference from my humble <hl> 6" <hl> utility knife or 8" chef's knife. The slices don't seem to fall apart more cleanly or any more intact than when using other knives. And hand washing it is a bit more challenging: you pretty much need to use a brush due to the holes in the blade, which creates a lot more edges where food residue can collect.I suppose it's not a bad novelty item and possible conversation piece due to its uniqueness, but I doubt I would ever buy it again.UPDATE, 5/10/2014:Tried this on various soft, creamy cheeses like camembert and brie...VOILA! Ok, *now* I get it. Slices cleanly and easily, unlike my other knives which the cheese would stick to and create a horrible-looking mess.So, in a nutshell---if you only eat hard, dry cheeses then you CAN live without this knife. If you also eat soft and creamy ones, then it DOES make your life a bit easier.Changed rating from 3 stars to 4 1/2.


Question: What product will be purchased instead in the future?

This is a thermos... not a mug, so if anyone out there is thinking this is easy to drink from, it isn't. Keep that in mind before purchasing since you may want to drink from it on the go. Also, there are a few pieces to the top of the thermos that I can't seem to figure out why they are there - lol. The instruction pamphlet that it came with is in Japanese only so that's no help. When was the last time you looked at any instruction manual and did not see multiple languages represented (especially English)?The thermos does keep my beverage hot for many hours, but a lot of other products do that (like Starbucks' mugs which are designed better and are usually the same price - note to self for next time!). The one saving grace about this thermos? It's very pretty. I purchased the rose colored one which has a soft, iridescent, pearly rose tint to it and I've gotten several compliments on it, but I don't think the presentation alone is worth $26.99. Next time I'll invest in a new Starbucks insulated travel mug which is user friendly and does the same thing that this product does.

Answer: Starbucks insulated travel mug

This is a thermos... not a mug, so if anyone out there is thinking this is easy to drink from, it isn't. Keep that in mind before purchasing since you may want to drink from it on the go. Also, there are a few pieces to the top of the thermos that I can't seem to figure out why they are there - lol. The instruction pamphlet that it came with is in Japanese only so that's no help. When was the last time you looked at any instruction manual and did not see multiple languages represented (especially English)?The thermos does keep my beverage hot for many hours, but a lot of other products do that (like Starbucks' mugs which are designed better and are usually the same price - note to self for next time!). The one saving grace about this thermos? It's very pretty. I purchased the rose colored one which has a soft, iridescent, pearly rose tint to it and I've gotten several compliments on it, but I don't think the presentation alone is worth $26.99. <hl> Next time I'll invest in a new Starbucks insulated travel mug which is user friendly and does the same thing that this product does. <hl>

This is a thermos... not a mug, so if anyone out there is thinking this is easy to drink from, it isn't. Keep that in mind before purchasing since you may want to drink from it on the go. Also, there are a few pieces to the top of the thermos that I can't seem to figure out why they are there - lol. The instruction pamphlet that it came with is in Japanese only so that's no help. When was the last time you looked at any instruction manual and did not see multiple languages represented (especially English)?The thermos does keep my beverage hot for many hours, but a lot of other products do that (like Starbucks' mugs which are designed better and are usually the same price - note to self for next time!). The one saving grace about this thermos? It's very pretty. I purchased the rose colored one which has a soft, iridescent, pearly rose tint to it and I've gotten several compliments on it, but I don't think the presentation alone is worth $26.99. Next time I'll invest in a new <hl> Starbucks insulated travel mug <hl> which is user friendly and does the same thing that this product does.


Question: What kind of spout does the pitcher have?

The pitcher works great and I am extremely happy with it. Our tap water tastes horrible, and the pitcher was able to get it where it's drinkable. There is still a bit of an after taste, but it's a huge improvement. I found only two drawbacks. The first is that while it does fit in the refrigerator, it's a little too tall. I end up having to put it on the bottom shelf, which leads into the second issue. My young daughter quickly figured out how to work the pour-button spout on the handle, so you may want to make sure that it's up high enough on counters or in the fridge so that little hands can't reach it. Also, you should know that the higher the TDS of your water, the quicker your filters will wear out.I have received a ZeroWater pitcher and filters to facilitate my review.

Answer: pour-button

The pitcher works great and I am extremely happy with it. Our tap water tastes horrible, and the pitcher was able to get it where it's drinkable. There is still a bit of an after taste, but it's a huge improvement. I found only two drawbacks. The first is that while it does fit in the refrigerator, it's a little too tall. I end up having to put it on the bottom shelf, which leads into the second issue. <hl> My young daughter quickly figured out how to work the pour-button spout on the handle, so you may want to make sure that it's up high enough on counters or in the fridge so that little hands can't reach it. <hl> Also, you should know that the higher the TDS of your water, the quicker your filters will wear out. I have received a ZeroWater pitcher and filters to facilitate my review.

The pitcher works great and I am extremely happy with it. Our tap water tastes horrible, and the pitcher was able to get it where it's drinkable. There is still a bit of an after taste, but it's a huge improvement. I found only two drawbacks. The first is that while it does fit in the refrigerator, it's a little too tall. I end up having to put it on the bottom shelf, which leads into the second issue. My young daughter quickly figured out how to work the <hl> pour-button <hl> spout on the handle, so you may want to make sure that it's up high enough on counters or in the fridge so that little hands can't reach it. Also, you should know that the higher the TDS of your water, the quicker your filters will wear out.I have received a ZeroWater pitcher and filters to facilitate my review.


Question: what part of the day is the mug refilled?

Bubba Keg really is the greatest jug you can get for keeping drinks cold. I try to drink lots of water, and the Bubba Keg keeps my ice frozen for hours. I fill it up with ice and water in the morning, and then refill it at lunch. The ice hardly melts and everything stays nice and cold. Another great attribute of this mug is that it does not sweat, so your desk stays dry if you're using it at work. This mug is definitely recommended!

Answer: lunch

Bubba Keg really is the greatest jug you can get for keeping drinks cold. I try to drink lots of water, and the Bubba Keg keeps my ice frozen for hours. <hl> I fill it up with ice and water in the morning, and then refill it at lunch . <hl> The ice hardly melts and everything stays nice and cold. Another great attribute of this mug is that it does not sweat, so your desk stays dry if you're using it at work. This mug is definitely recommended!

Bubba Keg really is the greatest jug you can get for keeping drinks cold. I try to drink lots of water, and the Bubba Keg keeps my ice frozen for hours. I fill it up with ice and water in the morning, and then refill it at <hl> lunch <hl>. The ice hardly melts and everything stays nice and cold. Another great attribute of this mug is that it does not sweat, so your desk stays dry if you're using it at work. This mug is definitely recommended!

I fill it up with ice and water in the morning, and then refill it at <hl> lunch <hl> .


Question: What kind of attachment do the spoons have?

Trying to get through baking with a single set of measuring spoons had become a pain in the neck. If I needed a teaspoon of something dry after measuring out a teaspoon of something liquid, I had to stop and dry the spoon before using. I decided I needed a second set of measuring spoons -- right up until these spoons arrived. Now I don't use my original set because these offer a "dry" and a "wet" spoon for each measurement. Furthermore, the dry spoons are superior to my old set because they are specifically designed to fit the mouth of a small jar, which my old round spoons often failed to accomplish.The magnetic attachment of the spoons is a nice touch, too, although I'm sometimes bemused to find one of the spoons stuck on another utensil.

Answer: magnetic

Trying to get through baking with a single set of measuring spoons had become a pain in the neck. If I needed a teaspoon of something dry after measuring out a teaspoon of something liquid, I had to stop and dry the spoon before using. I decided I needed a second set of measuring spoons -- right up until these spoons arrived. Now I don't use my original set because these offer a "dry" and a "wet" spoon for each measurement. Furthermore, the dry spoons are superior to my old set because they are specifically designed to fit the mouth of a small jar, which my old round spoons often failed to accomplish. <hl> The magnetic attachment of the spoons is a nice touch, too, although I'm sometimes bemused to find one of the spoons stuck on another utensil. <hl>

Trying to get through baking with a single set of measuring spoons had become a pain in the neck. If I needed a teaspoon of something dry after measuring out a teaspoon of something liquid, I had to stop and dry the spoon before using. I decided I needed a second set of measuring spoons -- right up until these spoons arrived. Now I don't use my original set because these offer a "dry" and a "wet" spoon for each measurement. Furthermore, the dry spoons are superior to my old set because they are specifically designed to fit the mouth of a small jar, which my old round spoons often failed to accomplish.The <hl> magnetic <hl> attachment of the spoons is a nice touch, too, although I'm sometimes bemused to find one of the spoons stuck on another utensil.


Question: The casing is made of what type of material?

Disclaimer: I received this press in exchange for a fair and honest review.So far, after almost two months of use, this French Press has been a favorite of my wife and I (we own several presses). The handle is quite comfortable and makes pouring easy. The rubber/plastic (whatever it is, lol) casing is a nice touch as it both protects the glass from impact and protects you from accidentally touching the glass while brewing (plus, it looks kind of sleek and cool). We have had no issues with thermal shock, so I guess that means the resistant glass does its job well. It is quite easy to disassemble and clean. In fact, in every way, this French Press is exactly as advertised and I have no problem recommending this.I did take a star off the rating because of one design or manufacturing issue. The lid doesnt seal 100% and swivels on its own, which means that when you are pouring, you need to hold the top to keep it from closing on its own, lol. Outside of that (which I hope was just a manufacturing flaw with the one I received), this item met all our expectations.

Answer: rubber/plastic

Disclaimer: I received this press in exchange for a fair and honest review. So far, after almost two months of use, this French Press has been a favorite of my wife and I (we own several presses). The handle is quite comfortable and makes pouring easy. <hl> The rubber/plastic (whatever it is, lol) casing is a nice touch as it both protects the glass from impact and protects you from accidentally touching the glass while brewing (plus, it looks kind of sleek and cool). <hl> We have had no issues with thermal shock, so I guess that means the resistant glass does its job well. It is quite easy to disassemble and clean. In fact, in every way, this French Press is exactly as advertised and I have no problem recommending this. I did take a star off the rating because of one design or manufacturing issue. The lid doesnt seal 100% and swivels on its own, which means that when you are pouring, you need to hold the top to keep it from closing on its own, lol. Outside of that (which I hope was just a manufacturing flaw with the one I received), this item met all our expectations.

Disclaimer: I received this press in exchange for a fair and honest review.So far, after almost two months of use, this French Press has been a favorite of my wife and I (we own several presses). The handle is quite comfortable and makes pouring easy. The <hl> rubber/plastic <hl> (whatever it is, lol) casing is a nice touch as it both protects the glass from impact and protects you from accidentally touching the glass while brewing (plus, it looks kind of sleek and cool). We have had no issues with thermal shock, so I guess that means the resistant glass does its job well. It is quite easy to disassemble and clean. In fact, in every way, this French Press is exactly as advertised and I have no problem recommending this.I did take a star off the rating because of one design or manufacturing issue. The lid doesnt seal 100% and swivels on its own, which means that when you are pouring, you need to hold the top to keep it from closing on its own, lol. Outside of that (which I hope was just a manufacturing flaw with the one I received), this item met all our expectations.


Question: How does it work when slicing cookie dough?

This scraper comes in handy for so many things. I mostly use it for putting chopped foods into whatever I am cooking, but I do use it for baking and sometimes measuring. I tend to get this out when I start cooking without even thinking about it.I have started rolling out biscuit dough into a square and using this scraper to cut it into square biscuits. Not that it takes much time with a biscuit cutter, but it goes faster and I only roll out the dough once (better biscuits). This also makes handling doughs easier than trying to use both hands. I've also used it to slice cookie dough and it works great.I like the handle a lot. It's easy to hold and use.This is not the most innovative item for the kitchen, but it is well worth having. I'd bet anyone would be happy having this scraper in their kitchen!

Answer: great

This scraper comes in handy for so many things. I mostly use it for putting chopped foods into whatever I am cooking, but I do use it for baking and sometimes measuring. I tend to get this out when I start cooking without even thinking about it. I have started rolling out biscuit dough into a square and using this scraper to cut it into square biscuits. Not that it takes much time with a biscuit cutter, but it goes faster and I only roll out the dough once (better biscuits). This also makes handling doughs easier than trying to use both hands. <hl> I've also used it to slice cookie dough and it works great .I like the handle a lot. <hl> It's easy to hold and use. This is not the most innovative item for the kitchen, but it is well worth having. I'd bet anyone would be happy having this scraper in their kitchen!

This scraper comes in handy for so many things. I mostly use it for putting chopped foods into whatever I am cooking, but I do use it for baking and sometimes measuring. I tend to get this out when I start cooking without even thinking about it.I have started rolling out biscuit dough into a square and using this scraper to cut it into square biscuits. Not that it takes much time with a biscuit cutter, but it goes faster and I only roll out the dough once (better biscuits). This also makes handling doughs easier than trying to use both hands. I've also used it to slice cookie dough and it works <hl> great <hl>.I like the handle a lot. It's easy to hold and use.This is not the most innovative item for the kitchen, but it is well worth having. I'd bet anyone would be happy having this scraper in their kitchen!

I've also used it to slice cookie dough and it works <hl> great <hl> .I like the handle a lot.


Question: Are the pans non-stick?

I never thought I'd love a bread pan so much. The pan has a nice weight. My bread comes out evenly cooked and perfectly browned on the sides and bottom (as well as on the top). I greased my pans the first 3 times, but the last time I baked bread, I didn't grease the pans and the loaves slid right out. These are truly non-stick (unlike my older "non-stick" teflon loaf pan). I also love that these are made in America. I've recently switched to baking all of our bread, rather than buying sandwich bread, and plan on picking up 2 more of these (I already have 2).

Answer: truly non-stick

I never thought I'd love a bread pan so much. The pan has a nice weight. My bread comes out evenly cooked and perfectly browned on the sides and bottom (as well as on the top). I greased my pans the first 3 times, but the last time I baked bread, I didn't grease the pans and the loaves slid right out. <hl> These are truly non-stick (unlike my older "non-stick" teflon loaf pan). <hl> I also love that these are made in America. I've recently switched to baking all of our bread, rather than buying sandwich bread, and plan on picking up 2 more of these (I already have 2).

I never thought I'd love a bread pan so much. The pan has a nice weight. My bread comes out evenly cooked and perfectly browned on the sides and bottom (as well as on the top). I greased my pans the first 3 times, but the last time I baked bread, I didn't grease the pans and the loaves slid right out. These are <hl> truly non-stick <hl> (unlike my older "non-stick" teflon loaf pan). I also love that these are made in America. I've recently switched to baking all of our bread, rather than buying sandwich bread, and plan on picking up 2 more of these (I already have 2).


Question: what additional feature does this product have over the writers first cutting board?

I ordered the second bamboo cutting board after having used a locally purchased one for a while. I find this cutting board just as good as the first one I purchased locally and it has the additional feature of non-slip rubber feet on one side. The addition of the non-slip feet is a plus. You do have to oil bamboo cutting boards every so often to keep them from drying out (Bamboo Oil, or butcher block oil is fine). They seem to have less problems with food stains sticking to their surface that some other cutting board materials and seem to be easier to clean. I would recommend this product. The product was delivered promptly and in good condition.

Answer: non-slip feet

I ordered the second bamboo cutting board after having used a locally purchased one for a while. I find this cutting board just as good as the first one I purchased locally and it has the additional feature of non-slip rubber feet on one side. <hl> The addition of the non-slip feet is a plus. <hl> You do have to oil bamboo cutting boards every so often to keep them from drying out (Bamboo Oil, or butcher block oil is fine). They seem to have less problems with food stains sticking to their surface that some other cutting board materials and seem to be easier to clean. I would recommend this product. The product was delivered promptly and in good condition.

I ordered the second bamboo cutting board after having used a locally purchased one for a while. I find this cutting board just as good as the first one I purchased locally and it has the additional feature of non-slip rubber feet on one side. The addition of the <hl> non-slip feet <hl> is a plus. You do have to oil bamboo cutting boards every so often to keep them from drying out (Bamboo Oil, or butcher block oil is fine). They seem to have less problems with food stains sticking to their surface that some other cutting board materials and seem to be easier to clean. I would recommend this product. The product was delivered promptly and in good condition.


Question: Where did the reviewer purchase this item?

This are one of the best kitchen helps out there! I received one as a souvenir gift from an Alaskan cruise. It is one of the handiest things I've ever used! The knife is extremely sharp. The recessed bowl center is wonderful to hold in all the things you're chopping. It makes chopping anything very quick and easy. After seeing me use mine, my mom asked if I could get her one. I was thrilled when I found this one on Amazon. It looks very well made and just like the one I already had. So, I know she'll be pleased with it. These things just can't be beat!

Answer: Amazon

This are one of the best kitchen helps out there! I received one as a souvenir gift from an Alaskan cruise. It is one of the handiest things I've ever used! The knife is extremely sharp. The recessed bowl center is wonderful to hold in all the things you're chopping. It makes chopping anything very quick and easy. After seeing me use mine, my mom asked if I could get her one. <hl> I was thrilled when I found this one on Amazon . <hl> It looks very well made and just like the one I already had. So, I know she'll be pleased with it. These things just can't be beat!

This are one of the best kitchen helps out there! I received one as a souvenir gift from an Alaskan cruise. It is one of the handiest things I've ever used! The knife is extremely sharp. The recessed bowl center is wonderful to hold in all the things you're chopping. It makes chopping anything very quick and easy. After seeing me use mine, my mom asked if I could get her one. I was thrilled when I found this one on <hl> Amazon <hl>. It looks very well made and just like the one I already had. So, I know she'll be pleased with it. These things just can't be beat!

I was thrilled when I found this one on <hl> Amazon <hl> .


Question: What is the writer studying?

I am SO beyond excited to have this. I am in nursing school, which requires a lot of long days and have some classmates who have these. I finally bought one and LOVE it. I do not use microwaves and with winter coming it would be great to have hot lunches. Not to mentions, microwaves are not always available.I was not even thinking, but now I am going to buy a second one. My son has an allergy and cannot buy school lunches. I have always tried to bring him hot lunches when I can, but that is hard to do especially with being in school and working. Now I can send him to school with this with approval from his teacher. He is SO excited. All he has to do is plug this in about 2 hours before lunch and its ready when he is.

Answer: nursing

I am SO beyond excited to have this. <hl> I am in nursing school, which requires a lot of long days and have some classmates who have these. <hl> I finally bought one and LOVE it. I do not use microwaves and with winter coming it would be great to have hot lunches. Not to mentions, microwaves are not always available. I was not even thinking, but now I am going to buy a second one. My son has an allergy and cannot buy school lunches. I have always tried to bring him hot lunches when I can, but that is hard to do especially with being in school and working. Now I can send him to school with this with approval from his teacher. He is SO excited. All he has to do is plug this in about 2 hours before lunch and its ready when he is.

I am SO beyond excited to have this. I am in <hl> nursing <hl> school, which requires a lot of long days and have some classmates who have these. I finally bought one and LOVE it. I do not use microwaves and with winter coming it would be great to have hot lunches. Not to mentions, microwaves are not always available.I was not even thinking, but now I am going to buy a second one. My son has an allergy and cannot buy school lunches. I have always tried to bring him hot lunches when I can, but that is hard to do especially with being in school and working. Now I can send him to school with this with approval from his teacher. He is SO excited. All he has to do is plug this in about 2 hours before lunch and its ready when he is.


Question: What natural sweetener is used as a topping?

I was nervous about making my own yogurt. I quit buying yogurt because most yogurt at the store either has carrageenan , xanthium gum, guar gum and who knows what else. My Daughter and both have reactions to theses especially Carrageenan. So I thought I would try and make my own Yogurt so I can control what goes in it. WOW what a concept Yogurt made out of only Milk or cream no additives and has more probiotics. The yogurt turned out so wonderful I shared it with the people at work they all wanted me to start making it and selling to them, unfortunately I do not have the time. This shows you how great the Yogurt is when you make it yourself. I use cream which makes it thicker and honey on top I calculated the calories and it is a lot less then many store bought ones This is so easy I wish I would have done this years ago, Now I am no longer lactose intolerant who knew??

Answer: honey

I was nervous about making my own yogurt. I quit buying yogurt because most yogurt at the store either has carrageenan , xanthium gum, guar gum and who knows what else. My Daughter and both have reactions to theses especially Carrageenan. So I thought I would try and make my own Yogurt so I can control what goes in it. WOW what a concept Yogurt made out of only Milk or cream no additives and has more probiotics. The yogurt turned out so wonderful I shared it with the people at work they all wanted me to start making it and selling to them, unfortunately I do not have the time. This shows you how great the Yogurt is when you make it yourself. <hl> I use cream which makes it thicker and honey on top I calculated the calories and it is a lot less then many store bought ones <hl> This is so easy I wish I would have done this years ago, Now I am no longer lactose intolerant who knew??

I was nervous about making my own yogurt. I quit buying yogurt because most yogurt at the store either has carrageenan , xanthium gum, guar gum and who knows what else. My Daughter and both have reactions to theses especially Carrageenan. So I thought I would try and make my own Yogurt so I can control what goes in it. WOW what a concept Yogurt made out of only Milk or cream no additives and has more probiotics. The yogurt turned out so wonderful I shared it with the people at work they all wanted me to start making it and selling to them, unfortunately I do not have the time. This shows you how great the Yogurt is when you make it yourself. I use cream which makes it thicker and <hl> honey <hl> on top I calculated the calories and it is a lot less then many store bought ones This is so easy I wish I would have done this years ago, Now I am no longer lactose intolerant who knew??


Question: is the air conditioner loud?

RCA Race 8002E ENERGY STAR 8000 BTU Window Air Conditioner With remote works great !!! I love it !!! It is light years ahead of my old one. It cools the room quickly and this is a second floor room,so you know it gets hot. It is quiet compared to my old one and has a touch pad which I love AND comes with a remote !! It is awesome because its an energy star I am sure I will save on my electric bill ,the old one sucked up the power . It also has a timer which I love. If you are struggling with an old air conditioner try this one you will love it !!!

Answer: It is quiet

RCA Race 8002E ENERGY STAR 8000 BTU Window Air Conditioner With remote works great !!! I love it !!! It is light years ahead of my old one. It cools the room quickly and this is a second floor room,so you know it gets hot. <hl> It is quiet compared to my old one and has a touch pad which I love AND comes with a remote !! <hl> It is awesome because its an energy star I am sure I will save on my electric bill ,the old one sucked up the power . It also has a timer which I love. If you are struggling with an old air conditioner try this one you will love it !!!

RCA Race 8002E ENERGY STAR 8000 BTU Window Air Conditioner With remote works great !!! I love it !!! It is light years ahead of my old one. It cools the room quickly and this is a second floor room,so you know it gets hot. <hl> It is quiet <hl> compared to my old one and has a touch pad which I love AND comes with a remote !! It is awesome because its an energy star I am sure I will save on my electric bill ,the old one sucked up the power . It also has a timer which I love. If you are struggling with an old air conditioner try this one you will love it !!!


Question: what would definitely burn if you put it on and walked away?

This toaster is just ok. It does toast evenly. The biggest thing about it that I don't like is that the light-dark control doesn't seem to do too much. Even on the lightest setting, it toasts quite long, so you always have to stand over it. I've definitely had things overly toasted on the lowest setting. You wouldn't want to put a Poptart in and walk away, or anything like that. It would definitely burn. Even on defrost it toasts too long; if you try to defrost a toaster waffle, by the time it pops up on its own, it's burnt. :( It's hard to get things out of, too, even with the lifter feature. It doesn't boost an english muffin up high enough to reach, so I'm always having to unplug it to get things out with a fork. I wouldn't buy it again and wouldn't recommend,

Answer: Poptart

This toaster is just ok. It does toast evenly. The biggest thing about it that I don't like is that the light-dark control doesn't seem to do too much. Even on the lightest setting, it toasts quite long, so you always have to stand over it. I've definitely had things overly toasted on the lowest setting. <hl> You wouldn't want to put a Poptart in and walk away, or anything like that. <hl> It would definitely burn. Even on defrost it toasts too long; if you try to defrost a toaster waffle, by the time it pops up on its own, it's burnt. :( It's hard to get things out of, too, even with the lifter feature. It doesn't boost an english muffin up high enough to reach, so I'm always having to unplug it to get things out with a fork. I wouldn't buy it again and wouldn't recommend,

This toaster is just ok. It does toast evenly. The biggest thing about it that I don't like is that the light-dark control doesn't seem to do too much. Even on the lightest setting, it toasts quite long, so you always have to stand over it. I've definitely had things overly toasted on the lowest setting. You wouldn't want to put a <hl> Poptart <hl> in and walk away, or anything like that. It would definitely burn. Even on defrost it toasts too long; if you try to defrost a toaster waffle, by the time it pops up on its own, it's burnt. :( It's hard to get things out of, too, even with the lifter feature. It doesn't boost an english muffin up high enough to reach, so I'm always having to unplug it to get things out with a fork. I wouldn't buy it again and wouldn't recommend,


Question: How was the hole cause by the toothpick fixed?

very nice and handy little vacuum, but boy, is it LOUDalso, there appears to be some air that comes out from the back end; so when I'm vacuuming, I notice the air from the back is so powerful as well that it blows away the stuff I'm trying to vacuum!be careful what you vacuum as well, I accidentally let it suck in a toothpick and next thing I know the toothpick came sticking out of the middle of the hose! I was afraid the thing would no longer work, so quickly hot-glued the hole caused by the toothpick and it appears fine for now....

Answer: hot-glued

very nice and handy little vacuum, but boy, is it LOUDalso, there appears to be some air that comes out from the back end; so when I'm vacuuming, I notice the air from the back is so powerful as well that it blows away the stuff I'm trying to vacuum!be careful what you vacuum as well, I accidentally let it suck in a toothpick and next thing I know the toothpick came sticking out of the middle of the hose! <hl> I was afraid the thing would no longer work, so quickly hot-glued the hole caused by the toothpick and it appears fine for now.... <hl>

very nice and handy little vacuum, but boy, is it LOUDalso, there appears to be some air that comes out from the back end; so when I'm vacuuming, I notice the air from the back is so powerful as well that it blows away the stuff I'm trying to vacuum!be careful what you vacuum as well, I accidentally let it suck in a toothpick and next thing I know the toothpick came sticking out of the middle of the hose! I was afraid the thing would no longer work, so quickly <hl> hot-glued <hl> the hole caused by the toothpick and it appears fine for now....


Question: What direction do you turn the corkscrew?

This is a virtually "never fail" corkscrew. You simply set the bottom of the corkscrew on the top of the wine bottle, turn the top of the corkscrew clockwise until the cork is out of the bottle, remove the corkscrew, turn the top of the corkscrew counter-clockwise until the cork projects from the bottom, and then remove the cork. I'm an old man, I've been drinking wine for decades, and I've owned lots of corkscrews and wine openers, including some quite expensive ones, and this is truly the best I've ever seen. My hat is off to Oxo for producing and offering this fine product!

Answer: clockwise

This is a virtually "never fail" corkscrew. <hl> You simply set the bottom of the corkscrew on the top of the wine bottle, turn the top of the corkscrew clockwise until the cork is out of the bottle, remove the corkscrew, turn the top of the corkscrew counter-clockwise until the cork projects from the bottom, and then remove the cork. <hl> I'm an old man, I've been drinking wine for decades, and I've owned lots of corkscrews and wine openers, including some quite expensive ones, and this is truly the best I've ever seen. My hat is off to Oxo for producing and offering this fine product!

This is a virtually "never fail" corkscrew. You simply set the bottom of the corkscrew on the top of the wine bottle, turn the top of the corkscrew <hl> clockwise <hl> until the cork is out of the bottle, remove the corkscrew, turn the top of the corkscrew counter-clockwise until the cork projects from the bottom, and then remove the cork. I'm an old man, I've been drinking wine for decades, and I've owned lots of corkscrews and wine openers, including some quite expensive ones, and this is truly the best I've ever seen. My hat is off to Oxo for producing and offering this fine product!


Question: What type of candy mold does it utilize?

Most everyone loves a sweet treat and when the treat is made in your own oven, the freshness and flavor are often second to none. A good baking tool makes the process much simpler and this baking aid from Freshware is certainly one to consider buying. It helps create up to 30 shapely, delicious sweet treats from scratch, right in the comforts of home.Candy isn't usually baked in the home and part of the reason is the lack of appropriate baking molds. With this simple, silicone device, an individual can make candies that keep their form and look every bit as nice as they taste. With other baking sheets, the candy doesn't always hold itself together, but there is no problem with this Freshware mold. Each piece of candy pops out of the mold in perfect condition, like a work of art, ready to display on a plate and enjoy for dessert or a snack.This candy mold utilizes non- stick silicone and it is reasonably easy to clean. The flexibility makes it easy to pop the candies out of the molds without damage and that means less cleanup afterward. Other baking molds do not have a reliable non- stick surface like this one and not only does it lead to sloppy looking candies, it also means more scrubbing and scraping to remove the leftover bits of candy when cleaning. With this simple, inexpensive candy baking mold, there is little to do. A little warm water and minimal scrubbing/wiping and the job is complete.We usually prefer to buy candy already made but with this Freshware candy mold, creativity in the kitchen is more commonplace than before. Candy prepared with this baking mold looks and tastes great and for such a low price, you really cannot go wrong.

Answer: non- stick silicone

Most everyone loves a sweet treat and when the treat is made in your own oven, the freshness and flavor are often second to none. A good baking tool makes the process much simpler and this baking aid from Freshware is certainly one to consider buying. It helps create up to 30 shapely, delicious sweet treats from scratch, right in the comforts of home. Candy isn't usually baked in the home and part of the reason is the lack of appropriate baking molds. With this simple, silicone device, an individual can make candies that keep their form and look every bit as nice as they taste. With other baking sheets, the candy doesn't always hold itself together, but there is no problem with this Freshware mold. Each piece of candy pops out of the mold in perfect condition, like a work of art, ready to display on a plate and enjoy for dessert or a snack. <hl> This candy mold utilizes non- stick silicone and it is reasonably easy to clean. <hl> The flexibility makes it easy to pop the candies out of the molds without damage and that means less cleanup afterward. Other baking molds do not have a reliable non- stick surface like this one and not only does it lead to sloppy looking candies, it also means more scrubbing and scraping to remove the leftover bits of candy when cleaning. With this simple, inexpensive candy baking mold, there is little to do. A little warm water and minimal scrubbing/wiping and the job is complete. We usually prefer to buy candy already made but with this Freshware candy mold, creativity in the kitchen is more commonplace than before. Candy prepared with this baking mold looks and tastes great and for such a low price, you really cannot go wrong.

Most everyone loves a sweet treat and when the treat is made in your own oven, the freshness and flavor are often second to none. A good baking tool makes the process much simpler and this baking aid from Freshware is certainly one to consider buying. It helps create up to 30 shapely, delicious sweet treats from scratch, right in the comforts of home.Candy isn't usually baked in the home and part of the reason is the lack of appropriate baking molds. With this simple, silicone device, an individual can make candies that keep their form and look every bit as nice as they taste. With other baking sheets, the candy doesn't always hold itself together, but there is no problem with this Freshware mold. Each piece of candy pops out of the mold in perfect condition, like a work of art, ready to display on a plate and enjoy for dessert or a snack.This candy mold utilizes <hl> non- stick silicone <hl> and it is reasonably easy to clean. The flexibility makes it easy to pop the candies out of the molds without damage and that means less cleanup afterward. Other baking molds do not have a reliable non- stick surface like this one and not only does it lead to sloppy looking candies, it also means more scrubbing and scraping to remove the leftover bits of candy when cleaning. With this simple, inexpensive candy baking mold, there is little to do. A little warm water and minimal scrubbing/wiping and the job is complete.We usually prefer to buy candy already made but with this Freshware candy mold, creativity in the kitchen is more commonplace than before. Candy prepared with this baking mold looks and tastes great and for such a low price, you really cannot go wrong.