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The only one of its kind, this portable microwave oven allows you to bring the convenience and power of dielectric heating wherever you go. The microwave plugs into a wall outlet, a car or boat’s DC outlet, or connects to a car battery (jumper cables provided), allowing you to make popcorn or reheat food at campsites, tailgate parties, or during boating excursions. About the size of a toolbox, the microwave weighs only 16 lbs. and has an integrated handle for ease of portability. It produces up to 660 watts of power–as much as some kitchen microwaves–allowing you to cook a slice of pizza in two minutes or popcorn in six minutes. The 10″ wide by 7″ deep interior easily accommodates a salad plate or soup bowl, and the microwave has three preset buttons (pizza, coffee, and popcorn) or you can enter the cooking time in minutes and seconds. Includes a soft-sided cooler that keeps food cool during transport, AC and DC adapters, and 9′ jumper cables. 11″ H x 15″ W x 10″ D. (16 lbs.)

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I got one of these last year because i wanted a strong heater in a small package, small footprint, to use in my bathroom, because the built in heater stopped working. It’s perfect for heating a small room like that. Then i got another one for my bedroom, it’s quiet, strong, and small, it fit into a small space near the bed. Then, i got a third one for the living room. The living room is a large room, and i use the heater like a small fire place, it really pumps out the heat. It’s not going to heat the whole living room, but sitting next to it feels like sitting next to a small fire for warmth, very pleasant, not too hot when close to it, just a nice strong warmth. In the living room, the central heating doesn’t do that well heating the lower part of the room on a cold night, the heat rises and it can be set on a high temperature and still be cold where we sit, so we use these heaters to warm up our space, nice source of heat, very portable, lightweight, sturdy. No complaints, it’s perfect for what i use it for.

This is a handy little heater that serves its intended purpose well – heating a small room. I use it to take the chill off my computer room which is not usually heated like the rest of the house since I’m not in there all that often. The unit itself is plastic with a metal grille, but it feels very sturdy and well made. The fan noise level is acceptable. It is far from silent, but is quiet enough that it doesn’t interfere. The controls are straight-forward. One dial is the power dial which has 4 settings: Off – Fan – Low – High. The other dial is the thermostat with an infinite range of settings between – and +. (I’ve found that just below the halfway point is very comfortable, but then again, the winters in California aren’t exactly subarctic)

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I’m not sure if this will heat a room but it’s more than adequate for what I need it for. I’ve got it in an 8×10 home office setup where it sits underneath my desk which is configured as an L-shaped workstation. It does wonders for keeping bare feet and legs warm on cold hardwood floors. Once it get’s going, I keep it about 1-2 feet away on full blast which keep me toasty but not too toasty. My only minor complaint is that is it a little louder than I was expecting…similar to a fan or the sound you get in a computer room, but if I’m listening to music, I don’t really notice it.

small portable Heater review
Incredible little heater, it is completely silent and very efficient in heating even a medium sized room. The best thing about this portable heater is that it doesn’t make the room have that burned smell that many other heaters emit. The air smells fresh and the heat is warm and soothing, not stale. No cartridges or replacement filters or oils needed. So it’s a one-time purchase and works great!

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I bought this last year and used it through the winter as a supplemental heat source in my 14×14 home office. It puts out reasonable heat with low noise and a small foot-print. It seems to compare adequately to other heaters of its size and price range.

Unfortunately, mine died after the first winter. While the fan operates in “fan” mode, neither the fan nor the heating elements operate when turned to a heat setting. I hope mine is a rare experience and that others get a greater life-span with their heater, but this is something to keep in mind if you want a robust heater that will last for years to come.

This also comes with a three year warranty. I did not pursue remediation through this warranty simply because I could not justify the time and energy to contact customer support, get an RMA, pack it, ship it, wait for a replacement. Given the price, it was better for me to just buy another heater. And that’s what I do.

And that’s another thing to point out. While I’m disappointed with the life-span of my particular unit, I was generally pleased enough with it while it operated to just fork over the cash for a replacement via Amazon for this upcoming winter. I hope this unit lasts a long time, but if it doesn’t, the $20-$30 spent on it will be far less than I would have spent on the cost of operating the furnace (which heats up every room whether I’m occupying it or not).

Electric Heater review
My office cube is so cold I needed a heater to keep from freezing. Wanted something small and with little noise. This heater is perfect. It works great, really puts out the heat. I keep it on the low setting, otherwise it gets too warm, so it can heat a much larger space. I highly recommend it.

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Lasko 754200 Ceramic Heater with Adjustable Thermostat I was pleased with this product. It is quiet, compact, and has a variety of heat settings. I use it to dry my dogs after their bath. Better than having to stand over them with the noisy hair dryer. They love it.

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Designed specially for those who crave the edges of brownies, the Baker’s Edge nonstick brownie pan creates two delicious, chewy edges on every individual serving. Sized to fit box mixes and recipes for 9 by 9-inch or 9 by 13-inch pans, the Edge pan features a premium nonstick coating and round, easy-to-clean corners as well as a durable heavy-gauge cast aluminum construction. The patented sidewalls circulate heat evenly throughout the pan and produce better brownies (fewer undercooked middles and burned edges). The recessed handles allow pan to be gripped when turned upside-down. It comes with a custom spatula and recipes/instructions insert. It’s oven safe to 500 degrees F and is broiler safe for browning. The pan measures 9 by 12 by 2 inches, has an interior 11-cup capacity, and an edge surface area of 150 square inches. Hand wash only, and use only nonstick safe utensils.

• * Adds two chewy edges to every brownie.
• * Fits standard box mixes with no adjustments necessary.
• * One continuous chamber, so batter can be easily spread.
• * Durable nonstick coating and heavy gauge cast aluminum construction.
• * Made in the USA, nylon spatula and brownie recipes included.

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Apple Peeler, Potatoe Peeler review  –If you like apple crisp, pie, etc., this gadget is a MUST. I’ve been peeling, coring, and slicing apples by hand for years, but this takes all the hard work out of my favorite desserts. In seconds, the apple is all clean and ready to bake. Great for pears, too. I have a dehydrator and I’ve made dried pears and apples for Christmas gifts for people this year using this handy device. I even got my boyfriend to help me because it’s so fun to use…and he never cooks!

All of the blades are replaceable, so there is nothing to every wear out. I’m assuming this is the cast iron version of the device. I can’t vouch for the aluminum version. The cast iron model is like something my grandmother would have had…rare to find this kind of quality in a gadget these days. No plastic!

Potatoe Peeler Apple Peeler review–This is a great peeler. Cook’s Illustrated rated it as the best mechanical peeler. I had a very similar looking one that I bought last year, but it wasn’t as well made as the A505 and it didn’t work as well.

That said, these merchants are a total ripoff. This thing does not weigh 15 pounds and I have no clue why they are charging so much for shipping. I bought mine through cooking dot com, for only a few dollars more and with free shipping.

Interestingly, it appears as though Williams Sonoma stores also sell this peeler, though it is repackaged with their name one it. It still has “Back to Basics” stamped on the base, though.

Apple and Potato Peeler review–I’ve had one of these for years now, essential for handling apples in any amount …. the blade is still sharp, works like the day I bought it ….. so glad to see it’s more widely available, I would hate to be without one …. makes a great gift for ‘newbie’ households…. You won’t regret it ….

One Touch Instant Toothpaste * Includes Dispenser and * Easy to Set Up and Easy to Refill * Eliminate Messy, Sticky Bathroom Sinks Forever! * Use Every Drop Of Toothpaste

Now, “Touch N Brush” is the revolutionary new hands-free toothpaste dispenser that works with just one touch. It’s the great new way to dispense the perfect amount of toothpaste everytime. Just a gentle touch of the pump arm with the brush and a nice neat strip of toothpaste comes out instantly. Featuring Vacuum Force Technology that cleanly squeezes every available drop of toothpaste, “Touch N Brush” works with virtually any size toothpaste tube and totally eliminates bathroom mess. Uses no batteries or electric, plus it’s incredibly easy to set up and refill! What’s more, it looks great! No more messy sinks, no cleaning up after the kids or fighting over the last drop of toothpaste.

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Cuisinart CSB-76 Smart Stick Hand Blender

• Immersion hand blender equipped with powerful 200-watt motor
• Blade provides smooth blending; protective guard helps prevent splattering
• Simple push-button controls and lightweight design for one-handed operation
• Dishwasher-safe stainless-steel blending shaft; 2-cup plastic beaker included
• Measures approximately 3 by 3 by 14-1/8 inches; 3-year limited warranty

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Hand Blender Review:

Ah hah, I’m all shook up

Well ok, maybe I am not all shook up so much as BLENDED up. I purchased this immersion blender after my older no name brand unit purchased at Wally World died in the middle of blending a pot of hot soup. I like that you can wash the blenders blade assembly in the dishwasher and the stainless steel shaft is not stained like so many of the ALL PLASTIC models. Another thing I love is the power of the unit and the sharpness of the blades; they will reduce a pot of cream of broccoli soup to a smooth consistency in nothing flat.

Oh and when I say broccoli soup folks, I MEAN broccoli soup. I put nearly two bunches of steamed broccoli in my soup and I only chunk it prior to blending with the immersion blender. This blender will puree` the soup to a perfect creamy texture in nothing flat. (Reserve a few pieces of the chunked broccoli to add back to the soup for texture purposes) I have also used it on my potato and asparagus soups with equally great results.

If you are looking for an immersion blender with lots of power and a “NO STAIN” Stainless Steel shaft then IMO, you cannot go wrong with this model from Cusinart.

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Holy guacamole! I was a disbeliever, but now that I have this Cuisinart immersion blender, I am a True Believer. It is substantial yet quiet, and it works really, really well. It is easy to clean as the blender piece pops right off. I love that I can just place it into the pot and puree my soup right there! Awesome! Carrot soup, cauliflower soup, sweet potato soup have all fallen under my spell with this magic wand. Recommended.

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In 1953, House & Home magazine crowed, “The kitchen is losing one of its four walls.” Ensuing decades have unleashed a regular Jericho, to the point where I have a hard time recalling a custom-built house whose kitchen is not integrated into the living area, its walk-around island the Corian (or stainless, or marble) Mecca of family and friends.

The Frankfurt kitchen, designed by Austrian architect Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky, was one of the first kitchens designed as a complete and efficient system.

Growing up, I didn’t know anyone with a great room. Our mothers disappeared into smallish, constrained spaces—–fitted cabinetry above, linoleum underfoot, appliances cheek-to-jowl on the counter—–and emerged sometime later to announce “Dinner!” (Multiple times, with increasing decibel levels.) Today, the kitchen holds such allure, I have to browbeat guests to move down to the sofa after dinner.

As early as the 1930s, Frank Lloyd Wright dubbed the kitchen the “workroom” of the house, and created airy, open-plan designs for House Willey and House Jacobs. The rest of the country caught up about 50 years later, just as women were fleeing hearth and home for the workplace. The larger living area encouraged quality family time, while the perfection of the extractor hood kept the smell of the fish from wafting.

Interior of a prefab house showing kitchen looking out into dining room, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.

In this, the golden age of Gordon, Emeril, and Padma, cooking is a spectator sport, and the kitchen is our stage—–even if, sadly, the family is more frequently focused on the microwave than the gleaming range beside it. Many of us spend more time perusing tile samples than learning how to roast a chicken—–and I’m guilty of believing that a new set of All-Clad cookware might have a magically osmotic effect on my culinary skills. (It didn’t.)

This is when we might heed German graphic design visionary Otl Aicher, author of The Kitchen Is for Cooking, who wrote: “The kitchen is a function of man’s social nature. Cooking is only a pleasure when others join in eating. And cooking is even more of a pleasure if others join in the cooking.” And all the design genius in the world is not going to get that fresh fish into the frying pan, or those well-scrubbed potatoes into the oven.

12 quart All-Clad Multi-Cooker

This All-Clad Stainless, 12-qt. multi-cooker is crafted from high-quality 18/10 stainless steel with a thick stainless/aluminum disk at the bottom for the best heat distribution. The exterior metal is satin-finished, stainless steel; the interior is made of an easy-to-clean, highly polished stainless steel. For limitless stove-top cooking options, the versatile multi-cooker features a large stainless steel colander insert along with a large capacity stainless steel steamer basket. The multi-cooker is an ideal choice when boiling, steaming, braising, or making stews and soups.

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Product Characteristics:

• Material: Stainless Steel Exterior
• Dimensions: 10.75-in x 12.25-in.
• Origin: China
• Cleaning & Care: Handwash with Mild Cleanser
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime
• Special Features: Features a colander insert and steamer basket

Colorful Kitchen Knife Set:

• Henckels just made small prep jobs more fun and functional with its latest set of colorful kitchen knives. Each is designed for a unique purpose:
• * Serrated Spreader, 4.5-in. (red handle)
• * Paring Knife, 3-in. (yellow handle)
• * Utility Knife, 4-in. (green handle)
• * Bird’s Beak Paring Knife, 2.25-in (blue handle)

Each knife features a blade that will mince, chop, slice, pare, core or garnish with ease. The sharp blades are made of Henckels quality stainless steel and the handles are molded to fit your hand for the specific task it’s designed for. Handles come in primary colors so you can quickly identify the proper knife at a glance. They’re a great addition to any kitchen! (Item #169112) w1

Product Characteristics:

• Material: High-carbon stainless steel
• Size: 4-piece
• Origin: Germany
• Cleaning & Care: Handwash with mild cleanser
• Warranty: Lifetime
• Handle: Slip-resistant plastic

KitchenAid Almond Stand Mixer

An update to KitchenAid’s most popular small appliance is the 5-qt. Artisan Series stand mixer. In comparison to their previous 4.5-qt., this one is larger in capacity and combines a 325-watt motor with a heavy duty transmission that supplies constant power even when mixing heavy bread dough. Convenient, the polished stainless steel bowl is sized to hold large batches and recipes, and with its wide open design, accommodates the beater from the tilt-back head once it’s lowered into the bowl. The handle on the bowl is ergonomically designed, contoured to fit the hand, facilitating lifting and pouring. Like the other models, this one, too, features KitchenAid’s unique mixing action – the beater moves clockwise while the shaft moves counterclockwise, enabling the beater to reach every area as it mixes. It features 10 speeds from a very high to a very low stir.

Included with your new stand mixer is a clear, two-piece pouring shield that fits around the top of the bowl, preventing splashes. A large chute lets you add ingredients along the way. Accessories include a Wire Whip, Flat Beater and Dough Hook for versatility. The rugged, durable, all-metal construction promises many years of dependability, quiet operation, and cooking and baking bliss. (Item #185107) w26

Product Characteristics:

• Model No.: KSM150PSAC
• Capacity: 5-qt.
• Flour Power: 9-cups
• Dimensions: 13.9″ H x 8.7″ W x 14.1″ D
• Speeds: 10 Speed
• Volts/Watts: 120 Volts / 325 Watts
• Origin: USA
• Cleaning & Care: Wipe clean with soft, damp cloth.
• Warranty: 1 Year Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty
• Special Features: Planetary mixing action: 67-points
• Accessories Included: Flat beater, ‘C’ dough hook, 2-pc. Pouring shield with wide chute & wire whip

KitchenAid Dark Pewter Stand Mixer

The Professional 600™ Series is KitchenAid’s most powerful Stand Mixer. Redesigned for the serious home baker, this powerful Stand Mixer features a 575-watt motor with heavy-duty transmission and a 6 quart bowl combined to give you the power and capacity to mix 13 dozen cookies, 8 pounds of mashed potatoes, or over 8 loaves of bread. KitchenAid’s unique planetary mixing action provides faster, more thorough blending of ingredients all the way to the edge of the bowl, without ever rotating it. The rugged, all-metal quality construction and Commercial-style motor protection assure a long life of trouble-free, dependable and quiet operation. Other features include a professional style bowl-lift that makes it easy to lift the bowl into the mixing position, 10-speed slide control ranges from a very fast whip to a very slow stir and a power hub for optional attachments. Included with the Stand Mixer, a burnished aluminum flat beater, PowerKnead spiral dough hook (designed to replicate hand-kneading to handle 20% more dough than previous models), a professional wire whip and pouring shield. (Item #309133) w31

Product Characteristics:

• Model No.: KP26M1XDP ( Bowl-Lift)
• Capacity: 6-qt.
• Weight: 30-lbs.
• Width: 11.3-in.
• Height: 16.5-in.
• Depth: 14.5-in.
• Speeds: 10 speeds
• Volts/Watts: 575 watts
• Origin: USA
• Cleaning & Care: Wipe clean with damp cloth
• Warranty: 1-year hassle free
• Special Features: Soft start feature

Kitchen Aid Black Bar Blender

KitchenAid Blenders combine outstanding performance, durability, and an easy-to-clean design, this five-speed blender performs everyday kitchen tasks, including mixing up smoothies, pureeing vegetables for soup, crushing ice, and making pesto. The unit’s .9 HP motor and Intelli-Speed electronic controls ensure fast, consistent blending. In addition, the appliance offers a solid die-cast metal base with a durable, steel-reinforced coupler and a sharp one-piece stainless-steel blade. The blender’s large 56-ounce polycarbonate blend-and-serve pitcher is shatter-resistant, as well as stain- and scratch-resistant. Made of thick, solid walls, the pitcher can withstand extreme temperatures from boiling to freezing, and its lightweight design includes a comfortable soft-grip handle for a secure hold. The one-piece dishwasher-safe pitcher with its patented blade design eliminates food traps and any need to disassemble. Other highlights include an automatic “crush ice” button, a drip-free pour spout, cord storage, and a Clean Touch control pad that wipes clean in an instant. Available in a variety of fashionable colors, the blender measures 7-1/4 by 9 by 15-1/5 inches and carries a one-year hassle-free replacement warranty. (Item #742888) w12

Product Characteristics:

• Model No.: KSB560OB
• Jar Capacity: 56-oz.
• Material: Polycarbonate
• Cleaning & Care: Wipe with a soft, damp cotton
• Width: 11-in.
• Height: 17.4-in.
• Length: 9.5-in.
• Weight: 11.6-lbs.
• Origin: USA
• Warranty: 1 Year Total Replacement

Vita-Mix Ruby Bar Blender:

Ideal for the home gourmet, the Vita-Mix Professional juicer, with its 11.5 amp motor, chops fresh vegetables for salsa, processes nut butters and spreads, grinds whole grains into flour, minces onions and boiled eggs, grates cheese, purees soups or baby food, juices whole fruits and vegetables, blends shakes and smoothies and even mixes ice cream, sorbets and other frozen treats. The Vita-Mix Professional juicer is equipped with a 2+ peak hp motor that generates the laser-cut, one-piece stainless blade at speeds up to 240 mph! The variable speed control includes High and Low operation and 1-10 speeds. The Vita-Mix Professional juicer has an all-metal construction, a brushed aluminum faceplate with a Ruby mirror-gloss finish and soft touch switches and dial. An oversized 64-oz. BPA free copolyester jar is durable and comes with a soft-touch handle as well as a locking mechanism.

Plus, every purchase of a Vita-Mix CIA Professional Series machine benfits The Culinary Institute of America Scholarship Fund, allowing you to help aspiring culinarians fulfill their passion.

Package Includes:

• * Professional Series variable speed model
• * 64-oz. container with blade assembly and soft touch handle
• * Accelerator tool
• * Gourmet chef recipe book in stand up easel format
• * “Recipes from the Master Chefs” of the CIA recipe book
• * “Let’s Get Started” instructional DVD
• * 7-year Warranty

IT’S NOT A BLENDER IT’S A VITA-MIX™

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Product Characteristics:

• Material: Plastic base; brushed aluminum faceplate
• Width: 7.25-in.
• Height: 20-in.
• Length: 7.25-in.
• Weight: 12-lbs.
• Origin: USA
• Warranty: 7-year full warranty

Professional copper colored Blender for your bar

Can’t keep up with the requests for your famous margaritas? Or maybe you need the perfect smoothie to get you going in the morning? This retro-looking blender will perform to professional standards. An exact replica of the original Waring from 1935, it combines classic looks with reliable features, like a 350-watt processor that liquefies and purees as easily as it crushes ice and a sturdy base that won’t wobble during use. Add in powders, fruit or other ingredients through the secure lid opening as the machine runs – the stopper doubles as a measuring device. The heat-proof glass jar has a 5 cup capacity and is dishwasher safe. Two speeds are all you need to be blending in style, and the sleek new colors add some fun to kitchen décor. Even the consummate party thrower will have a hard time wearing this one out! (Item #153467) w11

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Product Characteristics:

Model No.: MBB520

Speeds: 2-speed

Jar Capacity: 40-oz.

Volts/Watts: 350 Watts

Material: Heavy Duty Metal Base with Copper-plated Finish

Cleaning & Care: Dishwasher Safe Removable Parts

Dimensions: 7 x 15-in.

Origin: USA

Warranty: 5-yr Limited Motor, 1-yr Limited Appliance

Special Features: Patented Whirling Vortex Action

Hamilton Beach Counter top Mixer 7 quart

A professional stand mixer that can take the punishment you dish out everyday. Unit comes with one stainless steel 7 quart bowl, base, spatula, and three attachments: flat beater, whisk & dough hook. Mixer stops immediately when the head is raised. Variable speed control. Bowl locking tabs. Overload protection to prevent overheating. Low center of gravity causes less vibration. (Item #716946) w30

Product Characteristics:

Dimensions: 15-1/2″ w. x 9-3/8″ d. x 13-7/8″ h.