Chef Knife

Very Sharp But Not Ceramic

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The knife I received was not ceramic, it was metal.






However it cuts nicely so I kept it even though it's not ceramic.

The protective sheaf is especially nice.

I have been using it nearly 2 months now, it's still very sharp, I have not had to sharpen it yet.

The handle is easy to hold, it cleans up nicely.

Good value but they should omit ceramic from the product listing.

Kitchen Emperor Ceramic Chef Knife 8 inch Update Premium Sharp Blade with Matte Finished Comfortable Ergonomic Handle Kitchen Knives with Safety Sheath and Fancy Gift Box

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Made of nice heavy glass with stainless steel infuser. I like the gripper on the outside.

Can share with a friend or drink straight from the bottle.

I stuck 2 tea bags in the bottom, put the bottom cap on, then filled it with purified water, put the top cap on, then set it in the fridge overnight.

Delicious iced tea the next morning.

I  also used this to brew sun tea which is a favorite of mine.

I used 2 hibiscus flowers to make tea, set it in the sun a few hours, then I added a squeeze of lemon to make it pink in color.

Next I tried loose green tea and had even more delicious tea .

As a southern gal, I love iced tea.

Resveralife Tea Infuser Bottle and Cold Brew Coffee Tumbler, Gets You Going So You Can Get Going

Magnetic Salt and Pepper Closes Lid Between Uses

Well I thought I had seen it all. Then I saw these Salt and Pepper Shakers. These are ideal for outdoor restaurants. I use them to dine outdoors. They can't blow away. The lid closes itself each time you set it on the base. Easy to pass the base, the shakers don't fall over.

Salt and Pepper are timeless seasonings.

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IGGEL Home Salt and Pepper Shaker Set - MAGNETIC Open Close Mechanism, Easy Flow of Herbs, Adjustable Pour Holes, Mess Free, Modern Design (Black, White)

Unique Espresso Maker

Just add hot water, press and enjoy! Comes with its own cup to drink out of too.

This maker produces a thick abundant top layer of crema, the tan foam of emulsified coffee oils that is conditional for proper espresso.

Yummy stuff. I like that it is USB powered, so it works most anywhere from 12 volt to regular 110 household current or anything with a USB port such as a laptop or solar battery bank.

Portable Espresso Machine Description:

FOR TRUE COFFEE ENTHUSIASTS ONLY!

Ever wish you could take your home coffee machine with you wherever you go?

What about the times when you've had to settle for mediocre coffee because you needed your coffee fix but the best thing available was cheap, instant coffee from the vending machine.

Well, you won't have to deal with any of that anymore. Your new portable ESPRESSO coffee machine is finally here!.......PRESSOPUMP!

*** Your new Pressopump combines great testing ESPRESSO with mobility. You can now take your favorite coffee with you anywhere you go! The electric pump ensures you can now effortlessly benefit from a consistent extraction. Start pumping strain- free.

*** Make rich ESPRESSO shots topped with CREAMY CREMA in under 2 mins! The Pressopump's ergonomic design makes it is easy-to-use and boasts a steel ultra- fine filter and 16 bar pressure to ensure you have quality ESPRESSO with no junk at the bottom of your cup.

*** Its compact size coupled with a lightweight yet durable body means that the Pressopump is small enough to neatly fit in your pocket.

*** Take it with you to the workplace and be the envy of your co-workers. If it's a quick shot of energy you need during a sports activity then you now have a trusted companion to keep you going. It's great to take with you on your cycle rides, ski trips, trekking and other enduring sports! Let's not forget Picnics or those late night Study Sessions. The Pressopump is truly versatile.

*** All parts are made of food safe materials and lead- free
Now an essential part of your travel kit. Make sure you don't forget to pack your Pressopump!

Portable Espresso Machine Features:

*** GREAT TASTING - The PRESSOPUMP prepares a Rich and Creamy Coffee Espresso shot, topped with thick crema. All in under 2 mins preparation
*** RELIABLE – leakproof and durable gasket – Over 300 Espresso shots guaranteed
*** ACHING HAND - Automatic extraction with 16 Bar pressure yet portable and lightweight. All materials are food safe and lead- free
*** EASY TO CLEAN - Your PRESSOPUMP can be cleaned in minutes. All parts are easy to detach to ensure thorough cleaning unlike other portable makers
*** ECO-FRIENDLY - Integrated ultra- fine steel filter reusable again and again

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5 Years Later Still Cooking In It Several Times A Week

This crockpot is an ideal size for smaller households. I actually have two crockpots in two different sizes. I would have three if I had room.

The GOOD News:

I make one pot meals, chili, cornbread, baked potatoes, acorn squash, turkey and then gravy, mac and cheese, dried bean dishes, Mexican casseroles and a long list of other recipes all in this crock pot. I've even made lasagna in it by breaking up the lasagna pasta to layer it in sections and adding an extra cup of water to the sauce so the pasta cooks with the sauce, no need to boil the pasta first.

For making cornbread, I have learned the hard way, to line it with a big hunk of foil first. Grease that up, then pour the cornbread batter in it. Usually it takes about an hour to make cornbread because instead of milk or water,  I usually add a can of cream style corn, 2-3 eggs to fluff it up some plus bacon bits and jalepenos. Once the cornbread is done, just use the foil to lift it from the crockpot. Let it sit up about ten minutes, the foil will then easily peel away from the cornbread sides . It will also  slice beautifully into wedges. The foil will wrap around leftovers.

The only  BAD news about this crockpot is the stainless steel is not high quality, but given the budget friendly pricing, you can 't really expect high quality stainless steel on the outside which doesn't touch the food anyhow.

The other minor problem is the print for the control settings came off after a few gentle washings to clean up the outside. I used 4 self sticking labels to mark Off, Low, High, Warm so I am still using it just fine. One day I will replace the labels with fingernail polish to mark the control settings. I have used fingernail polish on other appliances that needed help with markings. It doesn't wash off like the labels eventually do.

I am very happy this has lasted 5 years and 9 months as I write this. I have put it through a lot of heavy duty use, 3-7 times per week plus it has traveled in my motorhome and gone to quite a few pot luck dinners.

Crock-Pot 3-Quart Round Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCR300SS)

Quality Mug

Cute mug.
Heavy duty.
Great for mom!

Get me Tipsy offers hundreds of assorted mugs.

Versitle Butane Torch with Ergonomic Handle

Ergonomic handle.
Arrives empty, be sure to buy butane to fill it.
Instructions are clear
Has child safety lock.
Adjustable flame.
Have fun in the kitchen melting cheese, caramelizing sugar, toasting bread.
Use it in the workshop for soldering.
Take it camping, make toast, smores or light the campfire with it.

Buy yours today!
Butane Torch Uvistare Powerful and Durable with Safety Lock for Cooking, Soldering, Camping, Jewelry

Super Sharp Knife Makes Chopping a Breeze

Beautiful knife with wood handle. 
Super sharp.
Easy to hold.
Sticks to the magnetic knife holder.
I wash this knife (and all my knives) by hand after each use.
If you want to keep your knife gorgeous, functional, and sharp,  keep it out of the dishwasher.
Came in a nice box which is perfect for storage between use, especially on sailboats when you don't want knives flying around the galley while underway.

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Chef Knife, Papake Kitchen Knife Stainless Steel with High Carbon Sharp Blade, Ergonomic Handle, 8 Inch Professional Chef Knife for Home and Restaurant

Battery Clock and Timer

Clock and timer, all in one!

Super easy to operate. Comes complete with batteries and instructions.

Will count up or down. So if you are waiting for pizza delivery, you can set it to count up so you know how long since you put the order in.

Will count down, which is critical for baking. Stop burning your food, use a timer.

It's nice to have the clock function. Every home needs at least one battery clock to rely on for power outages.

Has a magnet in back or an easel for table and counter top usage.

I like this little handy dandy gadget.

Kitchen Timer, Houswil™ Digital Kitchen Timer for Cooking, Cooking Timer with Count Down /Up , Loud Alarm Sound and Large LCD Display, Strong Magnet Back and Retractable Stand

Incredibly Good Taste In Under 2 Minutes

Tasty Bite makes fantastic products.

This is very tasty and super quick. Serves 1-4 depending on side dishes.

I love to have this with a pile of fresh veggies and herbs.

My microwave cooks the bag in one minute, some will take 90 seconds, maybe more.

Tasty Bite Organic Brown Rice, 8.8 Ounce (Pack of 6)

Best Invention Ever For Safety In a Hot Kitchen

These are the absolute best oven mitts ever made. Great for micorwave, oven, barbecue, stove top, hot pots and emergency radiator attention.

Made of food grade silicone, these have no odor. They re easy to wash. It's OK if they touch your food, you can wash them right away.

Comes with holes to hang them up nearby. This is the last pair of oven mitts you will ever need.

For a chef like me, I give this invention a high five and an awesome ten.

Buy these for yourself and buy them as gifts. The cooks in your life will love you forever.

Toplus Oven Mitts, Up to 446℉ Heat Resistant Cooking Gloves - Insulated Grill Mittens Waterproof Silicone Kitchen Gloves with Hanging Hole, Non-slip Grip for Baking, BBQ, Grill

The Purest Salt on Earth with Amazing Health Benefits

The best salt you will ever taste.

I walk my doggy and ride my bicycle, often in Florida heat. I need lots of salt to balance out the mountains of purified water I drink.

This is the best salt ever. Very addicting. I've been using it for years. I have neer hd to use rice in my salt shaker, it just seems to pour out fine.

An extraordinary product at a good price.

This may be the purest salt round because it has been naturally protected from modern day pollution. It contains the same 84 trace minerals and elements found in the human body.

Enjoy to your fabulous health!

The Spice Lab Himalayan Fine Ground Pink Salt - Gourmet Pure Crystal - 2lbs.

Tasty Treat That Is As Delicious as any Pepperidge Farm Recipe

Absolutely delicious!

Fabulous as a stand alone cracker, terrific paired with exotic cheese or plain old peanut butter.

Love the triple variety in one box. You don't have to buy a case to enjoy  the flavor. Amazon appears to sell them a box at a time, cheaper than my local grocery store.

Pepperidge Farm Trio Cracker, 10 Ounce

Delicious and Functional for my Tiny Refrigerator

This is terrific for me. I live in a small RV with  tiny refrigerator. I am able to keep this on the shelf and just cool one or two at a time.

It's 100% juice with no crap added. I just wish they sold it in concentrate so the shipping and storage didn't take up so much room.

While the taste is not 100% fresh squeezed, it is of a high quality.

I am so grateful they sell it in a bottle rather than those annoying teensy boxes with the prewrapped straws that create garbage everywhere.

I just wish Tropicana had more to offer in the 100% juice department.

Delicious when served ice cold.

Tropicana Orange Juice, 10 Ounce (Pack of 24)

Delightful Ice Trays For RV

These are whimsical ice trays that really work.

Both are about 5 inches square. One makes four jumbo ice cubes, the other makes 4 round spherical ice cubes.

Both come with tight fitting spill-proof lids. You can make ice in your freezer while driving your RV.

The silicone is easy to deal with. It's food grade and super safe. Alternatively the 4 compartment square ice tray can be used for assorted snacks or a special meal. Silicone is safe in the microwave and the oven up to about 400F degrees.

I sort of wish they had included a funnel to fill the round tray. However I discovered after slippily filling mine, that I could place four fingers over the holes and dump out the excess water, so that is pretty easy.

Have fun with your friends by serving their next drink with a round ice cube.

AROTAO Ice Cube Trays, Silicone Ice Cube Trays Combo (Set of 2), Large Silicone Sphere Ice Ball Maker with Lid & Giant Ice Cube Molds For Cocktails & Whiskey, Reusable & BPA Free

Nice Flask for my Bicycle, Walking and Car Use

Nice tumbler, but the label on it is impossible to take off. I don't like the label, so I am taking a star off for that.

Otherwise seems good quality stainless steel.

Doesn't splash when closed, but will leak if turned over.

Mossy Oak Double Wall Stainless Steel Insulated Tumbler, 20 oz, Silver

Handy, Sturdy, Well-Built

Very sturdy, well built.

Heavy duty stainless steel.

Keys can't accidentally fall off. Will clip to purse or belt loop. Open bottles too!

Comes in a fancy gift tin that is easy to gift wrap, can use tin box for other things like storing spare duplicate keys.

Idakey Full Stainless Steel Anti-lost Key Chain Carabiner with Bottle Opener for Home, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Traveling and Keychain Silver

The Magic of Sous Vide

I enjoy cooking and learning new methods of making delectable tasty treats.

When I first heard of Sous Vide I was skeptical about how this was all going to work, yet if the finest restaurants used this method, why not the home chef too?

I ended up with a Kitchen Gizmo Sous Vide machine, then the rest I culled from my kitchen such as a pot of water, zipper food baggies and a spring clamp. Add food and cook!

At the market, I searched for discounted must sale meats. I found these huge Dolly Parton chicken breasts so I came home with those as my first test dish. I made a simple homemade teriyaki sauce with Braggs amino acids, honey, ginger, garlic, orange juice and a splash of wine.

Since each breast was jumbo sized, I used two zipper baggies placing one breast half the sauce in each one. I did the water immersion technique to squeeze out the very last bit of air so each baggie would appear to be vacuum sealed. Then I separated them on the side of the pot of water with a spring clamp to hold them in place.

The idea is to let the Sous Vide machine circulate hot water around the food with out the baggies getting sucked into the little aerator pump.

I set the temperature to 145F per the cooking chart and settled on one hour. At the end of the cooking time, I wasn't satisfied with the results, so I added another half hour. These breasts were mammoth! Matter of fact, I used two plates to serve them at the neighborhood potluck garnished with pineapple chunks.

A dozen neighbors tried the teriyaki chicken and found it moist, tender, and tasty. Some went back for seconds. None of them had heard of Sous Vide but I think they were sold on the concept too after tasting the tender tasty  chicken.

Kitchen Gizmo, Simplified Sous Vide Immersion Circulator - Precise and Even Cooking Without the Fuss 

Clever Kitchen Timer with BIG Numbers

This is a nice functional kitchen timer with a LOUD alarm. It counts down with your preset time, or you can set it to count up until you tell it to stop.

Never burn or overcook your meal again. Also handy to count up in case you are wondering how long ago you called for pizza delivery.

Uses one AAA battery that is not included (I wish they had thrown one in the box!)

The numbers are big and bold, you won't need you reading glasses to get a clear view of the timer. Comes with a magnetic back as well as a little easel to set it at an angle on the counter. It also has a place at the top for attaching a string to just hang it on a handy hook nearby.

Makes a great stop watch or kitchen timer. I use mine several times a day to remind me of various things I have gong on when I am multitasking.

SMAtech Digital Kitchen Timer Countdown Countup Timer with Large LCD Display, Big Digits and Buttons, Loud Alarm, Magnetic Backsite - Suits for Cooking, Studying, Sleeping, Doing Exercise (White)

Solid Grinder That Will Last Forever, Perfectly Sized

Precisely made grinder for the herb enthusiast. The parts are carefully milled to fit exactly with no rough burrs and no work. They just effortlessly screw on and off.

The size is perfect. Very ergonomic. Fits in your hand, is easy to manipulate.

Grind herbs, teas, spices and whatever else you need to transform into a fine powder. A perfect companion for vaporizing.

Sahara Sailor 2.2'' Herb Grinder with Pollen Catcher, 5 Layers, Zinc Alloy