Question: What has the user found in the few weeks of daily use?

I'm amazed by how very much I like this oven. I've had it for a few weeks with daily use and have yet to find any of its functions lacking. Toast is better than from any previous toaster-evenly brown, crisp and rapid. In fact, the reason I was looking was because my toaster died and needed to be replaced. Why not see what more I could get for a little bit more money? I baked a peach crisp last night. It was perfect-golden brown on top and cooked perfectly. Tonight I warmed up todays lunch pizza--again perfect with the crust even more crispy than originally from the regular oven. Since purchasing it I've checked over other similar ovens in the stores and am increasingly glad that I purchased this. Incidentally, I paid $79.99 and see it has gone up significantly in price at Amazon in just these few weeks. Glad I bought it when I did!

Answer: have yet to find any of its functions lacking

I'm amazed by how very much I like this oven. <hl> I've had it for a few weeks with daily use and have yet to find any of its functions lacking . <hl> Toast is better than from any previous toaster-evenly brown, crisp and rapid. In fact, the reason I was looking was because my toaster died and needed to be replaced. Why not see what more I could get for a little bit more money? I baked a peach crisp last night. It was perfect-golden brown on top and cooked perfectly. Tonight I warmed up todays lunch pizza--again perfect with the crust even more crispy than originally from the regular oven. Since purchasing it I've checked over other similar ovens in the stores and am increasingly glad that I purchased this. Incidentally, I paid $79.99 and see it has gone up significantly in price at Amazon in just these few weeks. Glad I bought it when I did!

I'm amazed by how very much I like this oven. I've had it for a few weeks with daily use and <hl> have yet to find any of its functions lacking <hl>. Toast is better than from any previous toaster-evenly brown, crisp and rapid. In fact, the reason I was looking was because my toaster died and needed to be replaced. Why not see what more I could get for a little bit more money? I baked a peach crisp last night. It was perfect-golden brown on top and cooked perfectly. Tonight I warmed up todays lunch pizza--again perfect with the crust even more crispy than originally from the regular oven. Since purchasing it I've checked over other similar ovens in the stores and am increasingly glad that I purchased this. Incidentally, I paid $79.99 and see it has gone up significantly in price at Amazon in just these few weeks. Glad I bought it when I did!

I've had it for a few weeks with daily use and <hl> have yet to find any of its functions lacking <hl> .


Question: What else did they use the oil on?

I purchased a new butcher block work table from Ikea and used this oil. Wow! It looked amazing, but what really amazed was when I tried it on a wooden microwave cart I've had for thirty years. I had used other oils over time on the cart but was never impressed. The Boos Mystery Oil made the cart look better than the day I bought it. I now use this oil on every bare wood in my house and each new use amazes. I rubbed it on with a little terry cloth rag torn from an old dishtowel and I now keep the rag in a squat canning jar underneath the table so I can rub it down after every use. Beautiful! It has no odor and even makes your hands feel soft. I will be buying this again.

Answer: wooden microwave cart

I purchased a new butcher block work table from Ikea and used this oil. Wow! It looked amazing, but what really amazed was when I tried it on <hl> a wooden microwave cart I've had for thirty years. <hl> I had used other oils over time on the cart but was never impressed. The Boos Mystery Oil made the cart look better than the day I bought it. I now use this oil on every bare wood in my house and each new use amazes. I rubbed it on with a little terry cloth rag torn from an old dishtowel and I now keep the rag in a squat canning jar underneath the table so I can rub it down after every use. Beautiful! It has no odor and even makes your hands feel soft. I will be buying this again.

I purchased a new butcher block work table from Ikea and used this oil. Wow! It looked amazing, but what really amazed was when I tried it on a <hl> wooden microwave cart <hl> I've had for thirty years. I had used other oils over time on the cart but was never impressed. The Boos Mystery Oil made the cart look better than the day I bought it. I now use this oil on every bare wood in my house and each new use amazes. I rubbed it on with a little terry cloth rag torn from an old dishtowel and I now keep the rag in a squat canning jar underneath the table so I can rub it down after every use. Beautiful! It has no odor and even makes your hands feel soft. I will be buying this again.


Question: Is the oven door removable?

It is small (a plus in my small kitchen), looks good, and works well.Heating technology hasn't changed much over the years. The way to grab a section of the market is to come up with a different package. Function is most important, with aesthetics a close second. The oven is large enough to easily toast four slices of bread. Any smaller and it would be inadequate for most. The thing that sets this product apart is the design of the door. It rotates to open and close. It feels sturdy and well balanced. Because it rotates, the oven takes up less space than ovens with doors that swing open. I have a larger desktop oven that has been completely replaced by this one. One of my favorite benefits of the rotating door is the I don't have to clear space in front of the oven so that objects do not obstruct the door. Finally the door can be removed and replaced very easily, which allows for quick and easy cleaning of the door itself, and the inside of the oven.The door makes the difference, and the size of this particular model is perfect for a single person or a small family.

Answer: the door can be removed

It is small (a plus in my small kitchen), looks good, and works well. Heating technology hasn't changed much over the years. The way to grab a section of the market is to come up with a different package. Function is most important, with aesthetics a close second. The oven is large enough to easily toast four slices of bread. Any smaller and it would be inadequate for most. The thing that sets this product apart is the design of the door. It rotates to open and close. It feels sturdy and well balanced. Because it rotates, the oven takes up less space than ovens with doors that swing open. I have a larger desktop oven that has been completely replaced by this one. One of my favorite benefits of the rotating door is the I don't have to clear space in front of the oven so that objects do not obstruct the door. <hl> Finally the door can be removed and replaced very easily, which allows for quick and easy cleaning of the door itself, and the inside of the oven. <hl> The door makes the difference, and the size of this particular model is perfect for a single person or a small family.

It is small (a plus in my small kitchen), looks good, and works well.Heating technology hasn't changed much over the years. The way to grab a section of the market is to come up with a different package. Function is most important, with aesthetics a close second. The oven is large enough to easily toast four slices of bread. Any smaller and it would be inadequate for most. The thing that sets this product apart is the design of the door. It rotates to open and close. It feels sturdy and well balanced. Because it rotates, the oven takes up less space than ovens with doors that swing open. I have a larger desktop oven that has been completely replaced by this one. One of my favorite benefits of the rotating door is the I don't have to clear space in front of the oven so that objects do not obstruct the door. Finally <hl> the door can be removed <hl> and replaced very easily, which allows for quick and easy cleaning of the door itself, and the inside of the oven.The door makes the difference, and the size of this particular model is perfect for a single person or a small family.


Question: What star rating will the user change their review to if the product lasts the whole season?

This thing is a hoot! So far I have dried peaches, apples and cherries and made beef jerky. That is more the function of how great dehydrators in general are though. THis one isn't ridiculously loud at all, as some people have said. You amy have to turn the TV up a few clicks if it is in the saem room, but you don't really notice it over a conversation or anything. Reasonable amount of space to dry stuff. My main issue is that it has major hot spots. I have to remove the fruit and stuff piece by piece every couple hours because some areas dry much mroe quickly. In retrospect, it would probably have been worth an extra $10 to find one without hotspots (but who knows, maybe that one would have them too and then I would have wasted $10). If this lasts through drying all of my produce this season, I will probably increase my review to 4 stars. Regardless, buy a dehydrator, even if it isnt this one!

Answer: 4 stars

This thing is a hoot! So far I have dried peaches, apples and cherries and made beef jerky. That is more the function of how great dehydrators in general are though. THis one isn't ridiculously loud at all, as some people have said. You amy have to turn the TV up a few clicks if it is in the saem room, but you don't really notice it over a conversation or anything. Reasonable amount of space to dry stuff. My main issue is that it has major hot spots. I have to remove the fruit and stuff piece by piece every couple hours because some areas dry much mroe quickly. In retrospect, it would probably have been worth an extra $10 to find one without hotspots (but who knows, maybe that one would have them too and then I would have wasted $10). <hl> If this lasts through drying all of my produce this season, I will probably increase my review to 4 stars . <hl> Regardless, buy a dehydrator, even if it isnt this one!

This thing is a hoot! So far I have dried peaches, apples and cherries and made beef jerky. That is more the function of how great dehydrators in general are though. THis one isn't ridiculously loud at all, as some people have said. You amy have to turn the TV up a few clicks if it is in the saem room, but you don't really notice it over a conversation or anything. Reasonable amount of space to dry stuff. My main issue is that it has major hot spots. I have to remove the fruit and stuff piece by piece every couple hours because some areas dry much mroe quickly. In retrospect, it would probably have been worth an extra $10 to find one without hotspots (but who knows, maybe that one would have them too and then I would have wasted $10). If this lasts through drying all of my produce this season, I will probably increase my review to <hl> 4 stars <hl>. Regardless, buy a dehydrator, even if it isnt this one!

If this lasts through drying all of my produce this season, I will probably increase my review to <hl> 4 stars <hl> .


Question: Does the product work?

I bought these after coming across an article that suggested that kids who cough a lot at night without showing other signs of being sick might be allergic to dust mites in their bed. So, after many a sleepless cough-filled night, I decided to buy this mattress protector along with a pillowcover for our daughter's bed.Whether it was a fluke or not, it seemed to work! She doesn't cough anymore at night unless she's sick! It's made such a difference in our quality of sleep! :) This also fits well and protects her mattress in case she spills her water cup.I highly recommend this product!

Answer: it seemed to work

I bought these after coming across an article that suggested that kids who cough a lot at night without showing other signs of being sick might be allergic to dust mites in their bed. So, after many a sleepless cough-filled night, I decided to buy this mattress protector along with a pillowcover for our daughter's bed. <hl> Whether it was a fluke or not, it seemed to work ! <hl> She doesn't cough anymore at night unless she's sick! It's made such a difference in our quality of sleep! :) This also fits well and protects her mattress in case she spills her water cup. I highly recommend this product!

I bought these after coming across an article that suggested that kids who cough a lot at night without showing other signs of being sick might be allergic to dust mites in their bed. So, after many a sleepless cough-filled night, I decided to buy this mattress protector along with a pillowcover for our daughter's bed.Whether it was a fluke or not, <hl> it seemed to work <hl>! She doesn't cough anymore at night unless she's sick! It's made such a difference in our quality of sleep! :) This also fits well and protects her mattress in case she spills her water cup.I highly recommend this product!

Whether it was a fluke or not, <hl> it seemed to work <hl> !


Question: where did the writer first see this tool at?

For anyone who prepares ground beef, sausage, even mashing potatoes, this is a great tool First saw it at my daughters and it took a while to find it. Be sure to clean right away and keep in top dishwasher rack away from heat. I wouldn't recommend leaving it in a hot pot or pan other than to work your food...

Answer: daughters

For anyone who prepares ground beef, sausage, even mashing potatoes, this is a great tool First saw it at <hl> my daughters and it took a while to find it. <hl> Be sure to clean right away and keep in top dishwasher rack away from heat. I wouldn't recommend leaving it in a hot pot or pan other than to work your food...

For anyone who prepares ground beef, sausage, even mashing potatoes, this is a great tool First saw it at my <hl> daughters <hl> and it took a while to find it. Be sure to clean right away and keep in top dishwasher rack away from heat. I wouldn't recommend leaving it in a hot pot or pan other than to work your food...


Question: How much did the author spend?

I bought this to use for making jam. I have never made preserves before and wanted something that would make it easier for me figure out how far to fill the jar from the top. This worked perfectly. The interior wide mouth funnel easily sits on a jar with no wobbling, while the exterior hangs outside of the jar. It also easily sits on a countertop (although I would recommend lifting it from the jar you just completed, directly onto the next one you are going to fill). I was able to pick this up at Wal-mart for about $5. Yes, the cheapy ones run about $1.50 but this is sturdier and more stable so the price differential was worth it to me. It is also dishwasher safe on the top rack.

Answer: $5

I bought this to use for making jam. I have never made preserves before and wanted something that would make it easier for me figure out how far to fill the jar from the top. This worked perfectly. The interior wide mouth funnel easily sits on a jar with no wobbling, while the exterior hangs outside of the jar. It also easily sits on a countertop (although I would recommend lifting it from the jar you just completed, directly onto the next one you are going to fill). <hl> I was able to pick this up at Wal-mart for about $5 . <hl> Yes, the cheapy ones run about $1.50 but this is sturdier and more stable so the price differential was worth it to me. It is also dishwasher safe on the top rack.

I bought this to use for making jam. I have never made preserves before and wanted something that would make it easier for me figure out how far to fill the jar from the top. This worked perfectly. The interior wide mouth funnel easily sits on a jar with no wobbling, while the exterior hangs outside of the jar. It also easily sits on a countertop (although I would recommend lifting it from the jar you just completed, directly onto the next one you are going to fill). I was able to pick this up at Wal-mart for about <hl> $5 <hl>. Yes, the cheapy ones run about $1.50 but this is sturdier and more stable so the price differential was worth it to me. It is also dishwasher safe on the top rack.

I was able to pick this up at Wal-mart for about <hl> $5 <hl> .


Question: Might scar and leaves marks, what is suggested for manufacturer?

There are a few cautions, based on using it extensively once and less extensively a second time. It could be heavy for a woman, especially a small woman, to handle. The intake is smooth plastic, but I suspect it could scar some furniture, or at least leave minor tracks on the surface; it did not on my furniture, but the manufacturer should buffer the end with a brush or felt. There is a brush that can rotate into place, but I found it not very effective in helping collect dust. On the plus side, I used it for at least an hour the first time without having any loss of power from the battery. It has very good suction, and the position of the intake can be rotated to several angles and then folded under for storage or battery charging. I can't say how the filters work, because I've not had to replace one thus far. Bottom line, the Black & Decker Pivot Vac is probably better for the shop than the home. I don't have a shop, and it works pretty well for the home getting into places that, in my case, have collected dust for a long time.

Answer: buffer the end with a brush or felt

There are a few cautions, based on using it extensively once and less extensively a second time. It could be heavy for a woman, especially a small woman, to handle. <hl> The intake is smooth plastic, but I suspect it could scar some furniture, or at least leave minor tracks on the surface; it did not on my furniture, but the manufacturer should buffer the end with a brush or felt . <hl> There is a brush that can rotate into place, but I found it not very effective in helping collect dust. On the plus side, I used it for at least an hour the first time without having any loss of power from the battery. It has very good suction, and the position of the intake can be rotated to several angles and then folded under for storage or battery charging. I can't say how the filters work, because I've not had to replace one thus far. Bottom line, the Black & Decker Pivot Vac is probably better for the shop than the home. I don't have a shop, and it works pretty well for the home getting into places that, in my case, have collected dust for a long time.

There are a few cautions, based on using it extensively once and less extensively a second time. It could be heavy for a woman, especially a small woman, to handle. The intake is smooth plastic, but I suspect it could scar some furniture, or at least leave minor tracks on the surface; it did not on my furniture, but the manufacturer should <hl> buffer the end with a brush or felt <hl>. There is a brush that can rotate into place, but I found it not very effective in helping collect dust. On the plus side, I used it for at least an hour the first time without having any loss of power from the battery. It has very good suction, and the position of the intake can be rotated to several angles and then folded under for storage or battery charging. I can't say how the filters work, because I've not had to replace one thus far. Bottom line, the Black & Decker Pivot Vac is probably better for the shop than the home. I don't have a shop, and it works pretty well for the home getting into places that, in my case, have collected dust for a long time.

The intake is smooth plastic, but I suspect it could scar some furniture, or at least leave minor tracks on the surface; it did not on my furniture, but the manufacturer should <hl> buffer the end with a brush or felt <hl> .


Question: Where did this product end up after the purchaser tried to use it?

I bought this in the hope that it would hold a queen size comforter, 2 standard shams, 2 euro shams and 2 decorative pillows - that's all I wanted it to hold. Well, it packed fine but when I tried to extract the air, the size decreased very little (yes I have used other space bags so I know how to "suck the air" out of them!). I thought that I could use my weight to tamp down the rest of the way and zip it like you would a suitcase - one side zipped but the other zipper came off in my hand - it is going in the trash. Do not waste your money or time unless you are going to use it to pack what would basically fit in an under-the-bed non-space bag container!

Answer: trash

I bought this in the hope that it would hold a queen size comforter, 2 standard shams, 2 euro shams and 2 decorative pillows - that's all I wanted it to hold. Well, it packed fine but when I tried to extract the air, the size decreased very little (yes I have used other space bags so I know how to "suck the air" out of them!). <hl> I thought that I could use my weight to tamp down the rest of the way and zip it like you would a suitcase - one side zipped but the other zipper came off in my hand - it is going in the trash . <hl> Do not waste your money or time unless you are going to use it to pack what would basically fit in an under-the-bed non-space bag container!

I bought this in the hope that it would hold a queen size comforter, 2 standard shams, 2 euro shams and 2 decorative pillows - that's all I wanted it to hold. Well, it packed fine but when I tried to extract the air, the size decreased very little (yes I have used other space bags so I know how to "suck the air" out of them!). I thought that I could use my weight to tamp down the rest of the way and zip it like you would a suitcase - one side zipped but the other zipper came off in my hand - it is going in the <hl> trash <hl>. Do not waste your money or time unless you are going to use it to pack what would basically fit in an under-the-bed non-space bag container!

I thought that I could use my weight to tamp down the rest of the way and zip it like you would a suitcase - one side zipped but the other zipper came off in my hand - it is going in the <hl> trash <hl> .


Question: What brand of vacuum solved objections to bagless uprights?

I've been on a vacuum cleaner quest since my very fine Hoover canister vac died about a year ago. With four cats, and no lack of cat hair or cat puke, I do ask a lot of a vacuum cleaner.I had a bagless upright when those were first introduced and hated it because of how difficult it was to empty and clean out the container. I ended up having to interact with the dirt all over again, so had gone back to bagged canister vacs. This Bissell solved by objections to bagless uprights. The container is easy to carry through the house and empty without having to deal with the dirt and dust over again.Set up and assembly was quite fast and easy. On-board tool holders, and cord and hose wraps, are well placed and work well.The power switch being in an odd, inconvenient place is my only design objection.Very good, powerful suction. I'm extremely pleased and impressed with how much it is pulling up and getting. The hand tool for stairs also does a very good job.Didn't seem too heavy to me, had no problem lifting it step-by-step up the stairs.Very pleased and impressed.

Answer: This Bissell

I've been on a vacuum cleaner quest since my very fine Hoover canister vac died about a year ago. With four cats, and no lack of cat hair or cat puke, I do ask a lot of a vacuum cleaner. I had a bagless upright when those were first introduced and hated it because of how difficult it was to empty and clean out the container. I ended up having to interact with the dirt all over again, so had gone back to bagged canister vacs. <hl> This Bissell solved by objections to bagless uprights. <hl> The container is easy to carry through the house and empty without having to deal with the dirt and dust over again. Set up and assembly was quite fast and easy. On-board tool holders, and cord and hose wraps, are well placed and work well. The power switch being in an odd, inconvenient place is my only design objection. Very good, powerful suction. I'm extremely pleased and impressed with how much it is pulling up and getting. The hand tool for stairs also does a very good job. Didn't seem too heavy to me, had no problem lifting it step-by-step up the stairs. Very pleased and impressed.

I've been on a vacuum cleaner quest since my very fine Hoover canister vac died about a year ago. With four cats, and no lack of cat hair or cat puke, I do ask a lot of a vacuum cleaner.I had a bagless upright when those were first introduced and hated it because of how difficult it was to empty and clean out the container. I ended up having to interact with the dirt all over again, so had gone back to bagged canister vacs. <hl> This Bissell <hl> solved by objections to bagless uprights. The container is easy to carry through the house and empty without having to deal with the dirt and dust over again.Set up and assembly was quite fast and easy. On-board tool holders, and cord and hose wraps, are well placed and work well.The power switch being in an odd, inconvenient place is my only design objection.Very good, powerful suction. I'm extremely pleased and impressed with how much it is pulling up and getting. The hand tool for stairs also does a very good job.Didn't seem too heavy to me, had no problem lifting it step-by-step up the stairs.Very pleased and impressed.


Question: What happens if you don't empty the hopper frequently?

I've owned countless mandolines, graters, and slicers.Most just say in the drawer till I clean out my kitchen and donate themI've also found many Oxo products to either be an amazing hit or a dud.This is one of those amazing hits.I love how all the items store neatly together,The top turns into a "catch basin" for the grader or slicer.It produces VERY thin slices (not for slicing cucumbers) but makes amazing onion slices in moments (very thin and uniform great for sandwiches)I find when grating lots of cheese I have to empty the hopper as it will quickly fill and the cheese (especially softer cheeses like Colby) will clump. -- but that is a user issue not a design issue.

Answer: will clump

I've owned countless mandolines, graters, and slicers. Most just say in the drawer till I clean out my kitchen and donate themI've also found many Oxo products to either be an amazing hit or a dud. This is one of those amazing hits. I love how all the items store neatly together,The top turns into a "catch basin" for the grader or slicer. <hl> It produces VERY thin slices (not for slicing cucumbers) but makes amazing onion slices in moments (very thin and uniform great for sandwiches)I find when grating lots of cheese I have to empty the hopper as it will quickly fill and the cheese (especially softer cheeses like Colby) will clump . <hl> -- but that is a user issue not a design issue.

I've owned countless mandolines, graters, and slicers.Most just say in the drawer till I clean out my kitchen and donate themI've also found many Oxo products to either be an amazing hit or a dud.This is one of those amazing hits.I love how all the items store neatly together,The top turns into a "catch basin" for the grader or slicer.It produces VERY thin slices (not for slicing cucumbers) but makes amazing onion slices in moments (very thin and uniform great for sandwiches)I find when grating lots of cheese I have to empty the hopper as it will quickly fill and the cheese (especially softer cheeses like Colby) <hl> will clump <hl>. -- but that is a user issue not a design issue.

It produces VERY thin slices (not for slicing cucumbers) but makes amazing onion slices in moments (very thin and uniform great for sandwiches)I find when grating lots of cheese I have to empty the hopper as it will quickly fill and the cheese (especially softer cheeses like Colby) <hl> will clump <hl> .


Question: What is the best part of this hamper according to the author?

When I went off on a college internship, I knew space was going to be tight. This hamper is very durable and great for taking your items to the laundry and then toting them back to your apartment. The Pocket on the side is great for keeping all your detergents at hand especially if there are doors you have to open or even 3 flights of stairs in my case; great to have at least one hand free when walking. The best part of this hamper is the flexibility of it. If you don't need it you can fold it flat, and even twist and fold it up to just about the size of your hand. Even now back at home, I still love using this hamper for toting my cloths to the washer and dryer. This hamper beats a traditional cloths basket any day, hands down.

Answer: the flexibility of it

When I went off on a college internship, I knew space was going to be tight. This hamper is very durable and great for taking your items to the laundry and then toting them back to your apartment. The Pocket on the side is great for keeping all your detergents at hand especially if there are doors you have to open or even 3 flights of stairs in my case; great to have at least one hand free when walking. <hl> The best part of this hamper is the flexibility of it . <hl> If you don't need it you can fold it flat, and even twist and fold it up to just about the size of your hand. Even now back at home, I still love using this hamper for toting my cloths to the washer and dryer. This hamper beats a traditional cloths basket any day, hands down.

When I went off on a college internship, I knew space was going to be tight. This hamper is very durable and great for taking your items to the laundry and then toting them back to your apartment. The Pocket on the side is great for keeping all your detergents at hand especially if there are doors you have to open or even 3 flights of stairs in my case; great to have at least one hand free when walking. The best part of this hamper is <hl> the flexibility of it <hl>. If you don't need it you can fold it flat, and even twist and fold it up to just about the size of your hand. Even now back at home, I still love using this hamper for toting my cloths to the washer and dryer. This hamper beats a traditional cloths basket any day, hands down.

The best part of this hamper is <hl> the flexibility of it <hl> .


Question: What is being reviewed?

Bought this over a month ago because I am so tired of using a hand can opener when I spend a lot of time cooking for a large family. This has truly been a blessing in my kitchen and now that I have had it, I can not live without it.Worked fantastic right out of the box & I have had 0 issues with it. It is quiet for the most part and looks really high end but yet very low pay for this guy. LOVE IT!!!!

Answer: can opener

<hl> Bought this over a month ago because I am so tired of using a hand can opener when I spend a lot of time cooking for a large family. <hl> This has truly been a blessing in my kitchen and now that I have had it, I can not live without it. Worked fantastic right out of the box & I have had 0 issues with it. It is quiet for the most part and looks really high end but yet very low pay for this guy. LOVE IT!!!!

Bought this over a month ago because I am so tired of using a hand <hl> can opener <hl> when I spend a lot of time cooking for a large family. This has truly been a blessing in my kitchen and now that I have had it, I can not live without it.Worked fantastic right out of the box & I have had 0 issues with it. It is quiet for the most part and looks really high end but yet very low pay for this guy. LOVE IT!!!!


Question: What can be used to cover yogurt as it forms in bowls?

I enjoy using this however it had a learning curve for me. My first batch was runny, I didn't follow the directions! I used cold water from the refrigerator and I didn't use enough boiling water, lesson learned. I've always made my own yoghurt the old fashioned way for years. I use yoghurt in bowls within bowls of warm water, covered, wrapped in turkish towels. For me, easiyo is especially in winter, when I don't have the help of the warmer weather, easier, AND I enjoy the milder less tart taste of the NZ milk as well. That is of course when I use the easiyo sachets to make the yoghurt. Even the plain is sweeter than what we are used to, it's almost like eating custard (in flavour, not texture unless I'm presuming you buy the custard style, which I have not, as I prefer the european style). Again I do make my own as well and yes, I have made my own in this and it works just as well as my bowls and turkish towels.

Answer: wrapped in turkish towels

I enjoy using this however it had a learning curve for me. My first batch was runny, I didn't follow the directions! I used cold water from the refrigerator and I didn't use enough boiling water, lesson learned. I've always made my own yoghurt the old fashioned way for years. <hl> I use yoghurt in bowls within bowls of warm water, covered, wrapped in turkish towels . <hl> For me, easiyo is especially in winter, when I don't have the help of the warmer weather, easier, AND I enjoy the milder less tart taste of the NZ milk as well. That is of course when I use the easiyo sachets to make the yoghurt. Even the plain is sweeter than what we are used to, it's almost like eating custard (in flavour, not texture unless I'm presuming you buy the custard style, which I have not, as I prefer the european style). Again I do make my own as well and yes, I have made my own in this and it works just as well as my bowls and turkish towels.

I enjoy using this however it had a learning curve for me. My first batch was runny, I didn't follow the directions! I used cold water from the refrigerator and I didn't use enough boiling water, lesson learned. I've always made my own yoghurt the old fashioned way for years. I use yoghurt in bowls within bowls of warm water, covered, <hl> wrapped in turkish towels <hl>. For me, easiyo is especially in winter, when I don't have the help of the warmer weather, easier, AND I enjoy the milder less tart taste of the NZ milk as well. That is of course when I use the easiyo sachets to make the yoghurt. Even the plain is sweeter than what we are used to, it's almost like eating custard (in flavour, not texture unless I'm presuming you buy the custard style, which I have not, as I prefer the european style). Again I do make my own as well and yes, I have made my own in this and it works just as well as my bowls and turkish towels.

I use yoghurt in bowls within bowls of warm water, covered, <hl> wrapped in turkish towels <hl> .


Question: What are the measuring cups made from?

I love OXO products, there is not one that did not work or was not beautifully made. These measuring cups are no exception. They are made from reinforced steel and have a great rubber handle. I've had zero problems with bending and have used them extensively on wet and dry ingredients since owning. They wash up great in the dishwasher and are a substantial weight - not too heavy, but they don't feel cheap. The only drawback I can see is the price; however, with everything, you get what you pay for. I highly recommend these measuring cups!

Answer: reinforced steel

I love OXO products, there is not one that did not work or was not beautifully made. These measuring cups are no exception. <hl> They are made from reinforced steel and have a great rubber handle. <hl> I've had zero problems with bending and have used them extensively on wet and dry ingredients since owning. They wash up great in the dishwasher and are a substantial weight - not too heavy, but they don't feel cheap. The only drawback I can see is the price; however, with everything, you get what you pay for. I highly recommend these measuring cups!

I love OXO products, there is not one that did not work or was not beautifully made. These measuring cups are no exception. They are made from <hl> reinforced steel <hl> and have a great rubber handle. I've had zero problems with bending and have used them extensively on wet and dry ingredients since owning. They wash up great in the dishwasher and are a substantial weight - not too heavy, but they don't feel cheap. The only drawback I can see is the price; however, with everything, you get what you pay for. I highly recommend these measuring cups!


Question: When was the last time the reviewer used this product?

My wife gave me one of these for Christmas two years ago. I eagerly tried to make a batch of vanilla ice cream. After an hour of noisy churning, the base was still liquid and the bowl was only slightly chilled. An hour more of churning did not improve things. The thing went down in the basement. I resurrected it this afternoon to give it another chance, this time with lemon and lime sorbet. Same result. The base was as liquid after an hour of churning as it was at the start. I give up. I wish I had back the hours I wasted on this piece of expensive junk.

Answer: this afternoon

My wife gave me one of these for Christmas two years ago. I eagerly tried to make a batch of vanilla ice cream. After an hour of noisy churning, the base was still liquid and the bowl was only slightly chilled. An hour more of churning did not improve things. The thing went down in the basement. <hl> I resurrected it this afternoon to give it another chance, this time with lemon and lime sorbet. <hl> Same result. The base was as liquid after an hour of churning as it was at the start. I give up. I wish I had back the hours I wasted on this piece of expensive junk.

My wife gave me one of these for Christmas two years ago. I eagerly tried to make a batch of vanilla ice cream. After an hour of noisy churning, the base was still liquid and the bowl was only slightly chilled. An hour more of churning did not improve things. The thing went down in the basement. I resurrected it <hl> this afternoon <hl> to give it another chance, this time with lemon and lime sorbet. Same result. The base was as liquid after an hour of churning as it was at the start. I give up. I wish I had back the hours I wasted on this piece of expensive junk.


Question: How long did it take water to boil on medium heat?

I am not overly thrilled with this pot. I would have preferred to have a larger opening at the top because this is difficult to fill with water from the tap on the front of my refrigerator. Also, the "whistle" is more of a hush. Additionally, I do not remember reading in the description that it requires a trivet (just a piece of bent wire) between it and the burner if you have an electric stove with coils. That is not an issue for me as I have a glass cooktop, but some might find it very annoying. My final complaint is that the directions say to use it on a low or medium heat. Are they serious? I filled it and timed how long it took to boil on a medium burner ... a full 26 minutes! So, why did I give it three stars? It gets the job done and was only seven dollars and change. I am seven dollars worth of happy. I will use it until it breaks, and then I will get one with a wider opening at the top.

Answer: 26 minutes

I am not overly thrilled with this pot. I would have preferred to have a larger opening at the top because this is difficult to fill with water from the tap on the front of my refrigerator. Also, the "whistle" is more of a hush. Additionally, I do not remember reading in the description that it requires a trivet (just a piece of bent wire) between it and the burner if you have an electric stove with coils. That is not an issue for me as I have a glass cooktop, but some might find it very annoying. My final complaint is that the directions say to use it on a low or medium heat. Are they serious? <hl> I filled it and timed how long it took to boil on a medium burner ... a full 26 minutes ! <hl> So, why did I give it three stars? It gets the job done and was only seven dollars and change. I am seven dollars worth of happy. I will use it until it breaks, and then I will get one with a wider opening at the top.

I am not overly thrilled with this pot. I would have preferred to have a larger opening at the top because this is difficult to fill with water from the tap on the front of my refrigerator. Also, the "whistle" is more of a hush. Additionally, I do not remember reading in the description that it requires a trivet (just a piece of bent wire) between it and the burner if you have an electric stove with coils. That is not an issue for me as I have a glass cooktop, but some might find it very annoying. My final complaint is that the directions say to use it on a low or medium heat. Are they serious? I filled it and timed how long it took to boil on a medium burner ... a full <hl> 26 minutes <hl>! So, why did I give it three stars? It gets the job done and was only seven dollars and change. I am seven dollars worth of happy. I will use it until it breaks, and then I will get one with a wider opening at the top.

I filled it and timed how long it took to boil on a medium burner ... a full <hl> 26 minutes <hl> !


Question: From which tea device can you quickly get another cup of tea by tapping it once or twice against the trash can, wiping it with a paper towel and also rinsing it to remove any leftover tea remains?

I got this for my daughter, who is an avid tea drinker. She has tried diffusers, strainers and many other loose tea devices. All of the other products leave some level of tea leaves in the cup. With the Kuhn Rikon Single Cup Easy Brew, there was not a single tea leaf in the brewed product! Not one!The other side - cleaning. Cleaning any loose leaf/grind product can be problematic, this one is no more difficult. It is easier to clean if you let the leaves/grinds dry out before removal. If you want another cup before the residue dries, a tap or two against the trash can combined with a wipe of a paper towel, and a swish of water to rinse takes care of any leftover tea remains.Bottom line - very quick, very easy to use. No tea leaves floating around! This is a winner!

Answer: the Kuhn Rikon Single Cup Easy Brew

I got this for my daughter, who is an avid tea drinker. She has tried diffusers, strainers and many other loose tea devices. All of the other products leave some level of tea leaves in the cup. <hl> With the Kuhn Rikon Single Cup Easy Brew , there was not a single tea leaf in the brewed product! <hl> Not one!The other side - cleaning. Cleaning any loose leaf/grind product can be problematic, this one is no more difficult. It is easier to clean if you let the leaves/grinds dry out before removal. If you want another cup before the residue dries, a tap or two against the trash can combined with a wipe of a paper towel, and a swish of water to rinse takes care of any leftover tea remains. Bottom line - very quick, very easy to use. No tea leaves floating around! This is a winner!

I got this for my daughter, who is an avid tea drinker. She has tried diffusers, strainers and many other loose tea devices. All of the other products leave some level of tea leaves in the cup. With <hl> the Kuhn Rikon Single Cup Easy Brew <hl>, there was not a single tea leaf in the brewed product! Not one!The other side - cleaning. Cleaning any loose leaf/grind product can be problematic, this one is no more difficult. It is easier to clean if you let the leaves/grinds dry out before removal. If you want another cup before the residue dries, a tap or two against the trash can combined with a wipe of a paper towel, and a swish of water to rinse takes care of any leftover tea remains.Bottom line - very quick, very easy to use. No tea leaves floating around! This is a winner!

With <hl> the Kuhn Rikon Single Cup Easy Brew <hl> , there was not a single tea leaf in the brewed product!


Question: What are a great idea and made of plastic?

love this product; set up was sooooo easy; no screws at all, just follow the instructions step by step, takes about 20 mins to finish; soooo light and so portable. I put it to use last nite after a load of laundry; saw some minor flaws...1. due to it being so light, when you hang heavy towels, it feels like it could tip, so you'll have to balance the other side with another similarly heavy towel or garment2. the sock clips are a great idea, but they're made of plastic, I broke one already during installation3. space between each rail on the individual racks are a bit small, but manageableoverall, nice product

Answer: sock clips

love this product; set up was sooooo easy; no screws at all, just follow the instructions step by step, takes about 20 mins to finish; soooo light and so portable. I put it to use last nite after a load of laundry; saw some minor flaws...1. due to it being so light, when you hang heavy towels, it feels like it could tip, so you'll have to balance the other side with another similarly heavy towel or garment2. <hl> the sock clips are a great idea, but they're made of plastic, I broke one already during installation3. <hl> space between each rail on the individual racks are a bit small, but manageableoverall, nice product

love this product; set up was sooooo easy; no screws at all, just follow the instructions step by step, takes about 20 mins to finish; soooo light and so portable. I put it to use last nite after a load of laundry; saw some minor flaws...1. due to it being so light, when you hang heavy towels, it feels like it could tip, so you'll have to balance the other side with another similarly heavy towel or garment2. the <hl> sock clips <hl> are a great idea, but they're made of plastic, I broke one already during installation3. space between each rail on the individual racks are a bit small, but manageableoverall, nice product


Question: What is a great way to cook up eggs for guests?

This faithful little egg cooker works great. We have used it many times in a week for years and it still works great.Simply put your eggs in the cooker holes- up to seven- add the right amount of water for the type egg you want- soft- medium- hard and plug it in. when it's done, an alarm will sound. Unplug it and you are ready to eat. We have found that if you leave the eggs in the cooker- unplugged- while you make your toast etc. the soft egg is perfect. If you take it out immediately the white is runny.I love the lack of clean-up. It is a great way to cook up eggs for guests.

Answer: egg cooker

<hl> This faithful little egg cooker works great. <hl> We have used it many times in a week for years and it still works great. Simply put your eggs in the cooker holes- up to seven- add the right amount of water for the type egg you want- soft- medium- hard and plug it in. when it's done, an alarm will sound. Unplug it and you are ready to eat. We have found that if you leave the eggs in the cooker- unplugged- while you make your toast etc. the soft egg is perfect. If you take it out immediately the white is runny. I love the lack of clean-up. It is a great way to cook up eggs for guests.

This faithful little <hl> egg cooker <hl> works great. We have used it many times in a week for years and it still works great.Simply put your eggs in the cooker holes- up to seven- add the right amount of water for the type egg you want- soft- medium- hard and plug it in. when it's done, an alarm will sound. Unplug it and you are ready to eat. We have found that if you leave the eggs in the cooker- unplugged- while you make your toast etc. the soft egg is perfect. If you take it out immediately the white is runny.I love the lack of clean-up. It is a great way to cook up eggs for guests.


Question: How much does the cup hold?

I've had this cup for a week or so now. There's not really much that can go wrong with a cup. Some people have express problems with the lid. Mine does not leak. It did smell strongly when it came out of the package, but if you can live with it for 3 days it dissipates. It just smells like anything made of plastic or silicone that's new. When you put hot coffee or hot tea in it, it gets nicely warm on the outside, however if you make your tea with boiling water it gets too hot.What I like about this cup...It's beautiful. The porcelain has a lovely finish, and if you're arty, you can draw on it with a pencil and wash it off.What I don't like...It's only 10 oz, and I like to have 12 oz. of coffee or tea, so it feels a bit brief when I come to the end of my drink.

Answer: 10 oz

I've had this cup for a week or so now. There's not really much that can go wrong with a cup. Some people have express problems with the lid. Mine does not leak. It did smell strongly when it came out of the package, but if you can live with it for 3 days it dissipates. It just smells like anything made of plastic or silicone that's new. When you put hot coffee or hot tea in it, it gets nicely warm on the outside, however if you make your tea with boiling water it gets too hot. What I like about this cup... It's beautiful. The porcelain has a lovely finish, and if you're arty, you can draw on it with a pencil and wash it off. What I don't like... <hl> It's only 10 oz , and I like to have 12 oz. of coffee or tea, so it feels a bit brief when I come to the end of my drink. <hl>

I've had this cup for a week or so now. There's not really much that can go wrong with a cup. Some people have express problems with the lid. Mine does not leak. It did smell strongly when it came out of the package, but if you can live with it for 3 days it dissipates. It just smells like anything made of plastic or silicone that's new. When you put hot coffee or hot tea in it, it gets nicely warm on the outside, however if you make your tea with boiling water it gets too hot.What I like about this cup...It's beautiful. The porcelain has a lovely finish, and if you're arty, you can draw on it with a pencil and wash it off.What I don't like...It's only <hl> 10 oz <hl>, and I like to have 12 oz. of coffee or tea, so it feels a bit brief when I come to the end of my drink.

It's only <hl> 10 oz <hl> , and I like to have 12 oz. of coffee or tea, so it feels a bit brief when I come to the end of my drink.


Question: How thick are the pillows?

We owned a pair of Beautyrest pillows that lasted us almost 15 years before going flat. They had springs inside and were wonderful, staying fluffy and lofty for many years. Despite some poor reviews, I ordered these to replace them.I waited to review them until I knew how they'd hold up. We've had them now for over 6 months. Although not as thick as they once were (I think they were a ridiculous 11" thick when I unpacked them), they're still plenty thick and supportive. I was worried at first, because they seemed to be losing loft quickly in the first few weeks we owned them. I feared they'd be flat inside of 3 months. I'm pleased to say that has not been our experience.If you're expecting something like the original Beautyrest pillows with springs, you'll be disappointed. If you compare to most other pillows on the market, you'll be very happy.

Answer: 11" thick

We owned a pair of Beautyrest pillows that lasted us almost 15 years before going flat. They had springs inside and were wonderful, staying fluffy and lofty for many years. Despite some poor reviews, I ordered these to replace them. I waited to review them until I knew how they'd hold up. We've had them now for over 6 months. <hl> Although not as thick as they once were (I think they were a ridiculous 11" thick when I unpacked them), they're still plenty thick and supportive. <hl> I was worried at first, because they seemed to be losing loft quickly in the first few weeks we owned them. I feared they'd be flat inside of 3 months. I'm pleased to say that has not been our experience. If you're expecting something like the original Beautyrest pillows with springs, you'll be disappointed. If you compare to most other pillows on the market, you'll be very happy.

We owned a pair of Beautyrest pillows that lasted us almost 15 years before going flat. They had springs inside and were wonderful, staying fluffy and lofty for many years. Despite some poor reviews, I ordered these to replace them.I waited to review them until I knew how they'd hold up. We've had them now for over 6 months. Although not as thick as they once were (I think they were a ridiculous <hl> 11" thick <hl> when I unpacked them), they're still plenty thick and supportive. I was worried at first, because they seemed to be losing loft quickly in the first few weeks we owned them. I feared they'd be flat inside of 3 months. I'm pleased to say that has not been our experience.If you're expecting something like the original Beautyrest pillows with springs, you'll be disappointed. If you compare to most other pillows on the market, you'll be very happy.


Question: What is one of the positives of the juiceman?

We drink a lot of juice and got the Juiceman to save a bit of money and also get a better-tasting juice.The motor is powerful - can get loud, too, but it's well worth it when you drink the results. We sometimes use the juice to make our own juice popsicles.A couple of small dings: It does take up a bit of counter real estate, and cleanup is not all that easy. But fortunately most of the parts are dishwasher safe.But it is fun to use, watching that bowlful of fruits or veggies being condensed into a taste drink. So if you want healthy juices and refreshing beverages (and even popsicles), give this powerful juicer a try.

Answer: parts are dishwasher safe.

We drink a lot of juice and got the Juiceman to save a bit of money and also get a better-tasting juice. The motor is powerful - can get loud, too, but it's well worth it when you drink the results. We sometimes use the juice to make our own juice popsicles. A couple of small dings: It does take up a bit of counter real estate, and cleanup is not all that easy. <hl> But fortunately most of the parts are dishwasher safe. But it is fun to use, watching that bowlful of fruits or veggies being condensed into a taste drink. <hl> So if you want healthy juices and refreshing beverages (and even popsicles), give this powerful juicer a try.

We drink a lot of juice and got the Juiceman to save a bit of money and also get a better-tasting juice.The motor is powerful - can get loud, too, but it's well worth it when you drink the results. We sometimes use the juice to make our own juice popsicles.A couple of small dings: It does take up a bit of counter real estate, and cleanup is not all that easy. But fortunately most of the <hl> parts are dishwasher safe. <hl>But it is fun to use, watching that bowlful of fruits or veggies being condensed into a taste drink. So if you want healthy juices and refreshing beverages (and even popsicles), give this powerful juicer a try.

But fortunately most of the <hl> parts are dishwasher safe. <hl> But it is fun to use, watching that bowlful of fruits or veggies being condensed into a taste drink.


Question: How much does the reviewer think the press will NOT hold?

I ordered this French press because I wanted to take my drip coffee maker off the countertop to make way for an espresso machine and bean grinder. My biggest complaint about French presses is they are not insulated and the coffee cools too quickly. This press is stylish enough to leave out on my cooktop and keeps my coffee hot for at least an hour. It is also well made, heavy and not flimsy at all. While I am not sure it would hold 42 ounces, it makes enough coffee for me. If you have a lot of coffee drinkers, you would be making more than one pot. I preheat the pot by filling it with hot water while I am waiting for my water to come to a boil. It is also easy to clean.

Answer: 42 ounces

I ordered this French press because I wanted to take my drip coffee maker off the countertop to make way for an espresso machine and bean grinder. My biggest complaint about French presses is they are not insulated and the coffee cools too quickly. This press is stylish enough to leave out on my cooktop and keeps my coffee hot for at least an hour. It is also well made, heavy and not flimsy at all. <hl> While I am not sure it would hold 42 ounces , it makes enough coffee for me. <hl> If you have a lot of coffee drinkers, you would be making more than one pot. I preheat the pot by filling it with hot water while I am waiting for my water to come to a boil. It is also easy to clean.

I ordered this French press because I wanted to take my drip coffee maker off the countertop to make way for an espresso machine and bean grinder. My biggest complaint about French presses is they are not insulated and the coffee cools too quickly. This press is stylish enough to leave out on my cooktop and keeps my coffee hot for at least an hour. It is also well made, heavy and not flimsy at all. While I am not sure it would hold <hl> 42 ounces <hl>, it makes enough coffee for me. If you have a lot of coffee drinkers, you would be making more than one pot. I preheat the pot by filling it with hot water while I am waiting for my water to come to a boil. It is also easy to clean.

While I am not sure it would hold <hl> 42 ounces <hl> , it makes enough coffee for me.


Question: What is thin?

I've brewed a number of cups with this press and thus far, I have nothing but complimentary words for it. I only have a blade grinder, so my ground aren't uniformly course...I have quite a few "fine" grind powder in my brew, but the press seems to filter most of this powder from my final pour. I think for the cost of this little press, I would be hard "pressed" to ask for more.The carafe and plunger are not the most hearty of materials. The glass is a little on the thin side, but then, so is my drip maker carafe. The plunger seems to work fine, but we'll have to see how it holds up under long term usage. All in all, I am greatly pleased. I think if there is anything I would add or like more than what this press offers is a larger capacity.

Answer: glass

I've brewed a number of cups with this press and thus far, I have nothing but complimentary words for it. I only have a blade grinder, so my ground aren't uniformly course... I have quite a few "fine" grind powder in my brew, but the press seems to filter most of this powder from my final pour. I think for the cost of this little press, I would be hard "pressed" to ask for more. The carafe and plunger are not the most hearty of materials. <hl> The glass is a little on the thin side, but then, so is my drip maker carafe. <hl> The plunger seems to work fine, but we'll have to see how it holds up under long term usage. All in all, I am greatly pleased. I think if there is anything I would add or like more than what this press offers is a larger capacity.

I've brewed a number of cups with this press and thus far, I have nothing but complimentary words for it. I only have a blade grinder, so my ground aren't uniformly course...I have quite a few "fine" grind powder in my brew, but the press seems to filter most of this powder from my final pour. I think for the cost of this little press, I would be hard "pressed" to ask for more.The carafe and plunger are not the most hearty of materials. The <hl> glass <hl> is a little on the thin side, but then, so is my drip maker carafe. The plunger seems to work fine, but we'll have to see how it holds up under long term usage. All in all, I am greatly pleased. I think if there is anything I would add or like more than what this press offers is a larger capacity.


Question: Was the price fair?

After spending what seemed like a ridiculous amount of time and being doused with red juice while pitting cherries to make a cherry sauce (for pork tenderloin..yummy combo, if you've never tried it), I was seeking the perfect cherry pitting device. Thank goodness for Amazon and it's reviewers, because I probably would never have purchased something that seems so 'gimmicky' by appearance. But I took the positive reviewers at their words and wasn't at all disappointed...this works great! I had the larger cherries and placed them face-down with the stems removed (but works either way), and not a single pit was left in the cherries. I would have been happy with a 90% success rate but ended up with 100% and a speedy processing time...and no mess to speak of. If it doesn't work well for you, maybe you're not using it properly? Because I found it to be perfect. I'd pay even more for it now that I've seen how well it works.

Answer: I'd pay even more for it now

After spending what seemed like a ridiculous amount of time and being doused with red juice while pitting cherries to make a cherry sauce (for pork tenderloin..yummy combo, if you've never tried it), I was seeking the perfect cherry pitting device. Thank goodness for Amazon and it's reviewers, because I probably would never have purchased something that seems so 'gimmicky' by appearance. But I took the positive reviewers at their words and wasn't at all disappointed...this works great! I had the larger cherries and placed them face-down with the stems removed (but works either way), and not a single pit was left in the cherries. I would have been happy with a 90% success rate but ended up with 100% and a speedy processing time...and no mess to speak of. If it doesn't work well for you, maybe you're not using it properly? Because I found it to be perfect. <hl> I'd pay even more for it now that I've seen how well it works. <hl>

After spending what seemed like a ridiculous amount of time and being doused with red juice while pitting cherries to make a cherry sauce (for pork tenderloin..yummy combo, if you've never tried it), I was seeking the perfect cherry pitting device. Thank goodness for Amazon and it's reviewers, because I probably would never have purchased something that seems so 'gimmicky' by appearance. But I took the positive reviewers at their words and wasn't at all disappointed...this works great! I had the larger cherries and placed them face-down with the stems removed (but works either way), and not a single pit was left in the cherries. I would have been happy with a 90% success rate but ended up with 100% and a speedy processing time...and no mess to speak of. If it doesn't work well for you, maybe you're not using it properly? Because I found it to be perfect. <hl> I'd pay even more for it now <hl> that I've seen how well it works.


Question: What emotion does the author convey about owning these pans?

These are really nice non-stick pans. They are very attractive as well. I got the blue speckle and I think that is probably the most attractive color choice.Construction is really sturdy and they are suitable for whatever stove top surface you have according to the packaging. I don't think they are dishwasher safe though, as I saw nothing about that in the literature that came with the pans or online. If they were dishwasher safe I am almost certain they'd tout that.There isn't much more to say other than they work just like a frying pan should.The smaller pan is perfect for when I'm just cooking something small for me, the larger pan is great for the family. I am really thrilled to own these. They seem like they will last quite awhile with proper care, of course if my opinion changes I will update this review to match.

Answer: thrilled

I am really thrilled to own these.

These are really nice non-stick pans. They are very attractive as well. I got the blue speckle and I think that is probably the most attractive color choice. Construction is really sturdy and they are suitable for whatever stove top surface you have according to the packaging. I don't think they are dishwasher safe though, as I saw nothing about that in the literature that came with the pans or online. If they were dishwasher safe I am almost certain they'd tout that. There isn't much more to say other than they work just like a frying pan should. The smaller pan is perfect for when I'm just cooking something small for me, the larger pan is great for the family. <hl> I am really thrilled to own these. <hl> They seem like they will last quite awhile with proper care, of course if my opinion changes I will update this review to match.

These are really nice non-stick pans. They are very attractive as well. I got the blue speckle and I think that is probably the most attractive color choice.Construction is really sturdy and they are suitable for whatever stove top surface you have according to the packaging. I don't think they are dishwasher safe though, as I saw nothing about that in the literature that came with the pans or online. If they were dishwasher safe I am almost certain they'd tout that.There isn't much more to say other than they work just like a frying pan should.The smaller pan is perfect for when I'm just cooking something small for me, the larger pan is great for the family. I am really <hl> thrilled <hl> to own these. They seem like they will last quite awhile with proper care, of course if my opinion changes I will update this review to match.


Question: Where did they see the pizelle maker?

I saw a pizelle maker in Crate and Barrell and the associate convinced me how delicious they were, and that they were an italian tradition. My husband has italian heritage so I was easily convinced to get one. C&B was backordered for 4 months. I looked on Amazon and bought the same brand, which I am exceptionally please that I did. I love, love, love my pizzelle maker! I got the recipe on Allrecipes.com. A helpful hint is to put the batter towards the back half of the hot grill plate and as you close the lid, it will ooze forward. It really doesn't take a lot of batter. I also realized that they use these for ice cream bowls. Man, you can't go wrong with it!

Answer: Crate and Barrell

<hl> I saw a pizelle maker in Crate and Barrell and the associate convinced me how delicious they were, and that they were an italian tradition. <hl> My husband has italian heritage so I was easily convinced to get one. C&B was backordered for 4 months. I looked on Amazon and bought the same brand, which I am exceptionally please that I did. I love, love, love my pizzelle maker! I got the recipe on Allrecipes.com. A helpful hint is to put the batter towards the back half of the hot grill plate and as you close the lid, it will ooze forward. It really doesn't take a lot of batter. I also realized that they use these for ice cream bowls. Man, you can't go wrong with it!

I saw a pizelle maker in <hl> Crate and Barrell <hl> and the associate convinced me how delicious they were, and that they were an italian tradition. My husband has italian heritage so I was easily convinced to get one. C&B was backordered for 4 months. I looked on Amazon and bought the same brand, which I am exceptionally please that I did. I love, love, love my pizzelle maker! I got the recipe on Allrecipes.com. A helpful hint is to put the batter towards the back half of the hot grill plate and as you close the lid, it will ooze forward. It really doesn't take a lot of batter. I also realized that they use these for ice cream bowls. Man, you can't go wrong with it!


Question: How did they feel about the towels?

I was looking for an old fashioned flour sack dish towel and thought I would try these BUT they are so small - especially after I washed and dried them! I was pretty disappointed in them SO I went back on Amazon and looked for something better for dishes. I finally found the RIGHT ONES….instead of buying these PLEASE check out the AUNT MARTHA'S 33 X 38 INCH FLOUR SACK DISH TOWELS!!!!!!!! THEY ARE AWESOME! MUCH MUCH better than these! I was looking for extremely absorbent dish towels and large ones that won't shrink….and these are NOT the right ones to buy.

Answer: pretty disappointed

I was looking for an old fashioned flour sack dish towel and thought I would try these BUT they are so small - especially after I washed and dried them! <hl> I was pretty disappointed in them SO I went back on Amazon and looked for something better for dishes. <hl> I finally found the RIGHT ONES….instead of buying these PLEASE check out the AUNT MARTHA'S 33 X 38 INCH FLOUR SACK DISH TOWELS!!!!!!!! THEY ARE AWESOME! MUCH MUCH better than these! I was looking for extremely absorbent dish towels and large ones that won't shrink….and these are NOT the right ones to buy.

I was looking for an old fashioned flour sack dish towel and thought I would try these BUT they are so small - especially after I washed and dried them! I was <hl> pretty disappointed <hl> in them SO I went back on Amazon and looked for something better for dishes. I finally found the RIGHT ONES….instead of buying these PLEASE check out the AUNT MARTHA'S 33 X 38 INCH FLOUR SACK DISH TOWELS!!!!!!!! THEY ARE AWESOME! MUCH MUCH better than these! I was looking for extremely absorbent dish towels and large ones that won't shrink….and these are NOT the right ones to buy.


Question: What animal's hair did the vacuum pull out of the jute rug?

I really like this machine. Really, really like it. And I hate vacuums. It's unnatural how much I like it. It works great, is convenient, and happens to be the best value I could find.The handle release switch almost caused me to return it, but I figured it out after two uses. Here's how to make it work smoothly: * Press the handle forward, * Press the release switch with your whole foot (it takes some pressure; toes won't work, but the outside of my right foot works fine), and * gently pull the handle back.Follow the manual and use a height setting that lets the brushes just contact the carpet to avoid burning up belts. Scrubbing the carpet at a low height doesn't clean better and wears both the machine and the carpet out faster.PROS:** Using attachments is convenient; they don't stick out and stay where they're put. Switching from floor to attachments is easy, too, and the suction is great. I'm surprised how much I like the power paw.** Nothing will revive my 15 year old carpet, but this really cleans deeply. It even pulled the cat hair out of the jute area rug, which has no pile.** The cord clip on the handle makes cord handling a snap. When using attachments I unclip the cord so it comes from the bottom and won't tip the machine over.** The cord is long enough; I only have to move the plug once to do my 1500 square foot apartment.** The brush roll stops when the handle is upright and you can switch it off when you're pushing the vacuum around unplugged. Few vacuums in this price range have that option.** It takes up less room in the closet than my canister vac did.** It's heavy duty, which means it's not great for someone who's frail or has back/shoulder problems. But heavy means solid, which is what I want.CONS:** It's a vacuum cleaner. Really, I hate vacuums, though this one inspires me to clean more often.THINGS I DON'T CARE ABOUT:Noise (I hate vacuums, remember?), hose length (could have bought the GZ instead), hard floor cleaning (don't need it).Overall I'm very satisfied. I bought an extended warranty but don't expect to need it.

Answer: cat hair

I really like this machine. Really, really like it. And I hate vacuums. It's unnatural how much I like it. It works great, is convenient, and happens to be the best value I could find. The handle release switch almost caused me to return it, but I figured it out after two uses. Here's how to make it work smoothly: * Press the handle forward, * Press the release switch with your whole foot (it takes some pressure; toes won't work, but the outside of my right foot works fine), and * gently pull the handle back. Follow the manual and use a height setting that lets the brushes just contact the carpet to avoid burning up belts. Scrubbing the carpet at a low height doesn't clean better and wears both the machine and the carpet out faster. PROS:* * Using attachments is convenient; they don't stick out and stay where they're put. Switching from floor to attachments is easy, too, and the suction is great. I'm surprised how much I like the power paw. ** Nothing will revive my 15 year old carpet, but this really cleans deeply. <hl> It even pulled the cat hair out of the jute area rug, which has no pile. <hl> ** The cord clip on the handle makes cord handling a snap. When using attachments I unclip the cord so it comes from the bottom and won't tip the machine over. ** The cord is long enough; I only have to move the plug once to do my 1500 square foot apartment. ** The brush roll stops when the handle is upright and you can switch it off when you're pushing the vacuum around unplugged. Few vacuums in this price range have that option. ** It takes up less room in the closet than my canister vac did. ** It's heavy duty, which means it's not great for someone who's frail or has back/shoulder problems. But heavy means solid, which is what I want. CONS:* * It's a vacuum cleaner. Really, I hate vacuums, though this one inspires me to clean more often. THINGS I DON'T CARE ABOUT:Noise (I hate vacuums, remember?), hose length (could have bought the GZ instead), hard floor cleaning (don't need it).Overall I'm very satisfied. I bought an extended warranty but don't expect to need it.

I really like this machine. Really, really like it. And I hate vacuums. It's unnatural how much I like it. It works great, is convenient, and happens to be the best value I could find.The handle release switch almost caused me to return it, but I figured it out after two uses. Here's how to make it work smoothly: * Press the handle forward, * Press the release switch with your whole foot (it takes some pressure; toes won't work, but the outside of my right foot works fine), and * gently pull the handle back.Follow the manual and use a height setting that lets the brushes just contact the carpet to avoid burning up belts. Scrubbing the carpet at a low height doesn't clean better and wears both the machine and the carpet out faster.PROS:** Using attachments is convenient; they don't stick out and stay where they're put. Switching from floor to attachments is easy, too, and the suction is great. I'm surprised how much I like the power paw.** Nothing will revive my 15 year old carpet, but this really cleans deeply. It even pulled the <hl> cat hair <hl> out of the jute area rug, which has no pile.** The cord clip on the handle makes cord handling a snap. When using attachments I unclip the cord so it comes from the bottom and won't tip the machine over.** The cord is long enough; I only have to move the plug once to do my 1500 square foot apartment.** The brush roll stops when the handle is upright and you can switch it off when you're pushing the vacuum around unplugged. Few vacuums in this price range have that option.** It takes up less room in the closet than my canister vac did.** It's heavy duty, which means it's not great for someone who's frail or has back/shoulder problems. But heavy means solid, which is what I want.CONS:** It's a vacuum cleaner. Really, I hate vacuums, though this one inspires me to clean more often.THINGS I DON'T CARE ABOUT:Noise (I hate vacuums, remember?), hose length (could have bought the GZ instead), hard floor cleaning (don't need it).Overall I'm very satisfied. I bought an extended warranty but don't expect to need it.


Question: How is the crumb tray?

Every time I used the full size oven in my small apartment, I had to turn on the air conditioner to offset the heat output. Since I bought the Breville, I use the traditional oven as extra storage for pots and pans. The Breville heats quickly, bakes/broils/toasts quicker and more predictably than the big oven, and it doesn't turn my apartment into a sauna. I've used it to bake pies, cookies, bread, and casseroles; broil fish and bake chicken; toast pecans, bread, bagels, and open-faced sandwiches. I love heated plates and the top surface doubles as a plate warmer. The crumb tray isn't the afterthought that it is on most toaster ovens - it's convenient and easy to clean after every use. I stacked the Breville on top of my microwave so it doesn't even take up any additional counter space. Looks good, works great.Update 11/10/13: After 10 months, I still love the performance and functionality of the oven, BUT the convection fan has become quite noisy as other users have reported. I've dropped my review rating of the product and notified Breville of the fan issue. I'll see what response they have.

Answer: it's convenient and easy to clean after every use

Every time I used the full size oven in my small apartment, I had to turn on the air conditioner to offset the heat output. Since I bought the Breville, I use the traditional oven as extra storage for pots and pans. The Breville heats quickly, bakes/broils/toasts quicker and more predictably than the big oven, and it doesn't turn my apartment into a sauna. I've used it to bake pies, cookies, bread, and casseroles; broil fish and bake chicken; toast pecans, bread, bagels, and open-faced sandwiches. I love heated plates and the top surface doubles as a plate warmer. <hl> The crumb tray isn't the afterthought that it is on most toaster ovens - it's convenient and easy to clean after every use . <hl> I stacked the Breville on top of my microwave so it doesn't even take up any additional counter space. Looks good, works great. Update 11/10/13: After 10 months, I still love the performance and functionality of the oven, BUT the convection fan has become quite noisy as other users have reported. I've dropped my review rating of the product and notified Breville of the fan issue. I'll see what response they have.

Every time I used the full size oven in my small apartment, I had to turn on the air conditioner to offset the heat output. Since I bought the Breville, I use the traditional oven as extra storage for pots and pans. The Breville heats quickly, bakes/broils/toasts quicker and more predictably than the big oven, and it doesn't turn my apartment into a sauna. I've used it to bake pies, cookies, bread, and casseroles; broil fish and bake chicken; toast pecans, bread, bagels, and open-faced sandwiches. I love heated plates and the top surface doubles as a plate warmer. The crumb tray isn't the afterthought that it is on most toaster ovens - <hl> it's convenient and easy to clean after every use <hl>. I stacked the Breville on top of my microwave so it doesn't even take up any additional counter space. Looks good, works great.Update 11/10/13: After 10 months, I still love the performance and functionality of the oven, BUT the convection fan has become quite noisy as other users have reported. I've dropped my review rating of the product and notified Breville of the fan issue. I'll see what response they have.

The crumb tray isn't the afterthought that it is on most toaster ovens - <hl> it's convenient and easy to clean after every use <hl> .


Question: What is a drawback of the product?

This cutlery organizer looks great, seems very durable, and I really like that it has 2 short compartments instead of just 1, like most organizers.It has 2 small shortcomings, however: 1) It slides around in my drawer, just like any organizer I've ever had. I would love to have an organizer that stays put. 2) The dividers have small gaps in places, which results in the knives occasionally sliding into the adjoining compartment. It's not a huge problem, but it can get annoying.Despite these issues, I think this cutlery organizer is the best one I've ever owned and would definitely recommend it.

Answer: slides around

This cutlery organizer looks great, seems very durable, and I really like that it has 2 short compartments instead of just 1, like most organizers. <hl> It has 2 small shortcomings, however: 1) It slides around in my drawer, just like any organizer I've ever had. <hl> I would love to have an organizer that stays put. 2) The dividers have small gaps in places, which results in the knives occasionally sliding into the adjoining compartment. It's not a huge problem, but it can get annoying. Despite these issues, I think this cutlery organizer is the best one I've ever owned and would definitely recommend it.

This cutlery organizer looks great, seems very durable, and I really like that it has 2 short compartments instead of just 1, like most organizers.It has 2 small shortcomings, however: 1) It <hl> slides around <hl> in my drawer, just like any organizer I've ever had. I would love to have an organizer that stays put. 2) The dividers have small gaps in places, which results in the knives occasionally sliding into the adjoining compartment. It's not a huge problem, but it can get annoying.Despite these issues, I think this cutlery organizer is the best one I've ever owned and would definitely recommend it.


Question: What comes in handy for many things?

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: This scraper

<hl> This scraper comes in handy for so many things. <hl> 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!

<hl> This scraper <hl> 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!


Question: How any people can be served by this product?

I have this rice cooker for about a year now, and I simply love it! The rice cooker can cook enough rice for 4 people at once, which is enough for a single gal like me.It does a pretty good job of keeping the rice warm, also. I can cook a batch of rice for both lunch and dinner.what I really like is the timer - which allows me to wake up to a hot pot of thick soup of rice in the morning.The interior pot is non-stick, but I would recommand you to take care it and wash it by hand. The dish-washer can be kind of harsh for it.I can't believe that Amazon is offering this product. Ususally, you can only purchase it in China town. I have to ask my mother to bring one for me from the other side of the earth!

Answer: 4

I have this rice cooker for about a year now, and I simply love it! <hl> The rice cooker can cook enough rice for 4 people at once, which is enough for a single gal like me. <hl> It does a pretty good job of keeping the rice warm, also. I can cook a batch of rice for both lunch and dinner.what I really like is the timer - which allows me to wake up to a hot pot of thick soup of rice in the morning. The interior pot is non-stick, but I would recommand you to take care it and wash it by hand. The dish-washer can be kind of harsh for it. I can't believe that Amazon is offering this product. Ususally, you can only purchase it in China town. I have to ask my mother to bring one for me from the other side of the earth!

I have this rice cooker for about a year now, and I simply love it! The rice cooker can cook enough rice for <hl> 4 <hl> people at once, which is enough for a single gal like me.It does a pretty good job of keeping the rice warm, also. I can cook a batch of rice for both lunch and dinner.what I really like is the timer - which allows me to wake up to a hot pot of thick soup of rice in the morning.The interior pot is non-stick, but I would recommand you to take care it and wash it by hand. The dish-washer can be kind of harsh for it.I can't believe that Amazon is offering this product. Ususally, you can only purchase it in China town. I have to ask my mother to bring one for me from the other side of the earth!


Question: This toaster works better than what?

This is a reasonably priced toaster that does a fine job on toast, bagels, and English muffins. It's not as aesthetically pleasing as myCuisinart CPT-160, but does a better job of toasting than Cuisinart's more expensive model. The "chrome" sides are a bit much for me--not as clean as brushed steel--but that's a preference and nothing more.Functionally, the toaster does a very good job. Even toasting regardless of thickness or moisture content of what I loaded inside. The spring that raises and lowers the toast is smooth and doesn't stick going up or down.If you want a good toaster at an inexpensive price, you could do much worse than this one.

Answer: Cuisinart's more expensive model

This is a reasonably priced toaster that does a fine job on toast, bagels, and English muffins. <hl> It's not as aesthetically pleasing as myCuisinart CPT-160, but does a better job of toasting than Cuisinart's more expensive model . <hl> The "chrome" sides are a bit much for me--not as clean as brushed steel--but that's a preference and nothing more. Functionally, the toaster does a very good job. Even toasting regardless of thickness or moisture content of what I loaded inside. The spring that raises and lowers the toast is smooth and doesn't stick going up or down. If you want a good toaster at an inexpensive price, you could do much worse than this one.

This is a reasonably priced toaster that does a fine job on toast, bagels, and English muffins. It's not as aesthetically pleasing as myCuisinart CPT-160, but does a better job of toasting than <hl> Cuisinart's more expensive model <hl>. The "chrome" sides are a bit much for me--not as clean as brushed steel--but that's a preference and nothing more.Functionally, the toaster does a very good job. Even toasting regardless of thickness or moisture content of what I loaded inside. The spring that raises and lowers the toast is smooth and doesn't stick going up or down.If you want a good toaster at an inexpensive price, you could do much worse than this one.

It's not as aesthetically pleasing as myCuisinart CPT-160, but does a better job of toasting than <hl> Cuisinart's more expensive model <hl> .


Question: What is there an ubelievable array of?

The first KitchenAid stand mixer I had was inherited from my mom and dad and they got it for their wedding in 1956. It finally pooped out on me in 2001. That beauty had steady hard work from the beginning with my mom and it continued to work hard for me at least twice a week until it expired. I was gifted with a new one that same week (*whew! Would have felt lost and had sore arms without it) and it's in storage, so I bought this one a few weeks ago I'm back, baby, I'm back!So far, I've only used it for cakes, cookies, etc. haven't tried any of the attachments, that will be soon. Unbelievable array of attachments/equipment, these mixers do SO much more than just mix my cookies! I will be grinding meat, but also whole fresh oranges and nuts and dried fruit with the meat grinder attachment. Pasta with the pasta attachment, and I haven't begun to explore the rest of the goodies!

Answer: attachments/equipment

The first KitchenAid stand mixer I had was inherited from my mom and dad and they got it for their wedding in 1956. It finally pooped out on me in 2001. That beauty had steady hard work from the beginning with my mom and it continued to work hard for me at least twice a week until it expired. I was gifted with a new one that same week (*whew! Would have felt lost and had sore arms without it) and it's in storage, so I bought this one a few weeks ago I'm back, baby, I'm back!So far, I've only used it for cakes, cookies, etc. haven't tried any of the attachments, that will be soon. <hl> Unbelievable array of attachments/equipment , these mixers do SO much more than just mix my cookies! <hl> I will be grinding meat, but also whole fresh oranges and nuts and dried fruit with the meat grinder attachment. Pasta with the pasta attachment, and I haven't begun to explore the rest of the goodies!

The first KitchenAid stand mixer I had was inherited from my mom and dad and they got it for their wedding in 1956. It finally pooped out on me in 2001. That beauty had steady hard work from the beginning with my mom and it continued to work hard for me at least twice a week until it expired. I was gifted with a new one that same week (*whew! Would have felt lost and had sore arms without it) and it's in storage, so I bought this one a few weeks ago I'm back, baby, I'm back!So far, I've only used it for cakes, cookies, etc. haven't tried any of the attachments, that will be soon. Unbelievable array of <hl> attachments/equipment <hl>, these mixers do SO much more than just mix my cookies! I will be grinding meat, but also whole fresh oranges and nuts and dried fruit with the meat grinder attachment. Pasta with the pasta attachment, and I haven't begun to explore the rest of the goodies!

Unbelievable array of <hl> attachments/equipment <hl> , these mixers do SO much more than just mix my cookies!


Question: Where is it kept all the time?

As another reviewer said, the seam is in the front, which is a poor design, but other than that, it works well and looks good. Needed a napkin holder for out in the patio, but having the silverware too makes it even better.It's good looking enough to keep on the countertop all the time.

Answer: countertop

As another reviewer said, the seam is in the front, which is a poor design, but other than that, it works well and looks good. Needed a napkin holder for out in the patio, but having the silverware too makes it even better. <hl> It's good looking enough to keep on the countertop all the time. <hl>

As another reviewer said, the seam is in the front, which is a poor design, but other than that, it works well and looks good. Needed a napkin holder for out in the patio, but having the silverware too makes it even better.It's good looking enough to keep on the <hl> countertop <hl> all the time.


Question: How many cats does the reviewer have?

I, too, bought this dispenser so that I could easily refill my three cats' bowls each day. While this dispenser is attractive, functional and air-tight, it is too small to hold a week's worth of food and I have to hold my hand next to the opening to keep the triangular-shaped food from being shot across the counter.After less than a year, I had to discard it because the rubber seal on the bottom kept falling off.

Answer: three

<hl> I, too, bought this dispenser so that I could easily refill my three cats' bowls each day. <hl> While this dispenser is attractive, functional and air-tight, it is too small to hold a week's worth of food and I have to hold my hand next to the opening to keep the triangular-shaped food from being shot across the counter. After less than a year, I had to discard it because the rubber seal on the bottom kept falling off.

I, too, bought this dispenser so that I could easily refill my <hl> three <hl> cats' bowls each day. While this dispenser is attractive, functional and air-tight, it is too small to hold a week's worth of food and I have to hold my hand next to the opening to keep the triangular-shaped food from being shot across the counter.After less than a year, I had to discard it because the rubber seal on the bottom kept falling off.


Question: Does the pan unwarp?

EDIT 7/1/2014: After dropping one of the lids, the plastic "Farberware" log broke and fell out. The lid is still usable, but it causes me to wonder about how sturdy these pans really are. That said, the pans non-stick surface is still very non-stick, and the cooking surface appears to be quality. Just thought I needed to make a note that you may need to be more careful with these pans than I originally thought.The non-stick coating on these pans is quality, and it appears that it will endure the test of time.The first test was the baking sheet, with olive oil brushed on chicken. The oven was 375 F, and the chicken didn't even think of sticking. The only issue (which was more an annoyance than a problem) was that, 2 minutes into cooking, I heard a very loud pop. Sure enough, the pan had a 2-inch warp to it. After the chicken was finished cooking, and the pan had cooled, the warp was gone, and the pan back to its normal flat. While this is slightly irritating, it won't affect the pan's cooking ability.The second test was eggs fried in the 8" skillet. I was a bit concerned because the interior of the pan is quite textured, and I was sure the eggs would stick in the groves of the texture. They didn't. All that was necessary was bit of vegetable spray on the pan before cooking, and the eggs practically slid right outta the pan when they were finished cooking. The only thing that bothered me is that the pan doesn't have a matching lid, as none of the lids from the other pans fit this one. However, if I cook anything where I need to keep the steam in, I can cover the pan with aluminum foil. However, if having a fitting lid is something you really want/need, you need to know that you won't get one with 8-inch skillet. All the other pans have fitting lids.I like that this set comes with nylon utensils. I already had some, but you really can't have too many cooking utensils, so I appreciated that addition.These pans look like they will last, as will the non-stick coating. I really appreciate that they're dishwasher safe, as that makes clean-up for my large family a snap.

Answer: the pan had cooled, the warp was gone, and the pan back to its normal flat

EDIT 7/1/2014: After dropping one of the lids, the plastic "Farberware" log broke and fell out. The lid is still usable, but it causes me to wonder about how sturdy these pans really are. That said, the pans non-stick surface is still very non-stick, and the cooking surface appears to be quality. Just thought I needed to make a note that you may need to be more careful with these pans than I originally thought. The non-stick coating on these pans is quality, and it appears that it will endure the test of time. The first test was the baking sheet, with olive oil brushed on chicken. The oven was 375 F, and the chicken didn't even think of sticking. The only issue (which was more an annoyance than a problem) was that, 2 minutes into cooking, I heard a very loud pop. Sure enough, the pan had a 2-inch warp to it. <hl> After the chicken was finished cooking, and the pan had cooled, the warp was gone, and the pan back to its normal flat . <hl> While this is slightly irritating, it won't affect the pan's cooking ability. The second test was eggs fried in the 8" skillet. I was a bit concerned because the interior of the pan is quite textured, and I was sure the eggs would stick in the groves of the texture. They didn't. All that was necessary was bit of vegetable spray on the pan before cooking, and the eggs practically slid right outta the pan when they were finished cooking. The only thing that bothered me is that the pan doesn't have a matching lid, as none of the lids from the other pans fit this one. However, if I cook anything where I need to keep the steam in, I can cover the pan with aluminum foil. However, if having a fitting lid is something you really want/need, you need to know that you won't get one with 8-inch skillet. All the other pans have fitting lids. I like that this set comes with nylon utensils. I already had some, but you really can't have too many cooking utensils, so I appreciated that addition. These pans look like they will last, as will the non-stick coating. I really appreciate that they're dishwasher safe, as that makes clean-up for my large family a snap.

EDIT 7/1/2014: After dropping one of the lids, the plastic "Farberware" log broke and fell out. The lid is still usable, but it causes me to wonder about how sturdy these pans really are. That said, the pans non-stick surface is still very non-stick, and the cooking surface appears to be quality. Just thought I needed to make a note that you may need to be more careful with these pans than I originally thought.The non-stick coating on these pans is quality, and it appears that it will endure the test of time.The first test was the baking sheet, with olive oil brushed on chicken. The oven was 375 F, and the chicken didn't even think of sticking. The only issue (which was more an annoyance than a problem) was that, 2 minutes into cooking, I heard a very loud pop. Sure enough, the pan had a 2-inch warp to it. After the chicken was finished cooking, and <hl> the pan had cooled, the warp was gone, and the pan back to its normal flat <hl>. While this is slightly irritating, it won't affect the pan's cooking ability.The second test was eggs fried in the 8" skillet. I was a bit concerned because the interior of the pan is quite textured, and I was sure the eggs would stick in the groves of the texture. They didn't. All that was necessary was bit of vegetable spray on the pan before cooking, and the eggs practically slid right outta the pan when they were finished cooking. The only thing that bothered me is that the pan doesn't have a matching lid, as none of the lids from the other pans fit this one. However, if I cook anything where I need to keep the steam in, I can cover the pan with aluminum foil. However, if having a fitting lid is something you really want/need, you need to know that you won't get one with 8-inch skillet. All the other pans have fitting lids.I like that this set comes with nylon utensils. I already had some, but you really can't have too many cooking utensils, so I appreciated that addition.These pans look like they will last, as will the non-stick coating. I really appreciate that they're dishwasher safe, as that makes clean-up for my large family a snap.

After the chicken was finished cooking, and <hl> the pan had cooled, the warp was gone, and the pan back to its normal flat <hl> .