Kitchen & Dining Reviews

Magnum Peppermill - 6-Inch
Manufacturer: Tom David, Inc.
Brand: Unicorn
Feature:
　・Adjustable Grind
　・Oversize milling mechanism for very fast grinding
　・Quick loading
　・Large storage capacity - almost 2 ounces
　・Mill dimensions: 6" tall
Sales Rank: 3461

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 4.5 / 5.0)
・magnun peppermill 6 inch
・Good Peppermill, but Expensive
・Mine's been awesome for years...
・Utility AND Aesthetics
・Pepper mill

Lowest New Price:
$30.99

Editorial Review
The Unicorn brand Magnum Peppermill is a very fast grinding, easy and quick loading peppermill with an exceptional range of grind sizes. The storage chamber holds almost 2 ounces of peppercorns. A serving tray is included to help contain pepper dust and spillage. Mill body and tray are made of plastic. Peppermill color is black - designed to pair with the Unicorn Magnum Saltmill. There is no need to clean the interior of Unicorn mills. All Unicorn mills are made from ABS plastic. Mill dimensions: 6" tall

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Customer Reviews
magnun peppermill 6 inch
5 / 5.0
love to collect pepper mills. have many at different price points. the magnum peppermill gives you the most pepper with a single turn.


Good Peppermill, but Expensive
5 / 5.0
I originally bought it because I read Alton Brown's opinion of it in Alton Brown's Gear For Your Kitchen. I was hesitant because of the high price, but I needed a peppermill and I trust his judgment in cooking gear, especially after reading his rationale behind his recommendation, so I went ahead and bought it. I was not disappointed! This peppermill has a high capacity, is easy to grind, and grinds a lot of peppercorns very quickly and with little effort. If it turns out to be durable and lasts me a while, then I will consider it well worth the high price. I really like this peppermill - highly recommended if you're willing to pay for it.


Mine's been awesome for years...
5 / 5.0
Bought one from a Mohotta Mobetta mail catalog back in the good ole pre-internet days after getting in my first house. I have used it regularly for many years now (15 yrs? cant remember exactly) and it still works like new, which is to say very well indeed. Out of curiosity I recently did an internet search to see if they are still made, and glad to see they are. Mohotta doesn't have them any longer, but fortunately they are findable. I noticed the new white salt grinder with nylon grinding mechanism and will be purchasing one to complement the magnum pepper mill. I honestly can't speak to how my model compares with the newer ones, but if reviews are an indication it is still a top of the line product. It looks identical and has same specs as the current magnums. The diameter makes getting a good grip easy. If you hold it vertically, gripping the lower half of the mill, below the fill hole, and twist the domed top, you shouldn't experience too much in the way of the fill hole opening and spillage. I haven't had that happen a single time in all these years. I believe it also has a lifetime warranty if you do happen to get a faulty one. If you are interested in a grinder that offers maximum performance, but are not overly concerned with asthetics (It ain't ugly but....) this is what you are looking for. As the description by Mohotta used to say "Nothing outgrinds a Magnum!"


Utility AND Aesthetics
5 / 5.0
This pepper mill works better than any I've ever had. Unlike the old-fashioned wooden peppermills, you won't have to work so hard...a couple of twists and you're done and just the right grind-particle, too (not too corse, not too fine). I highly recommend this pepper mill.


Pepper mill
5 / 5.0
I love my peppermill. It grinds the pepper easily, far better than my previous one.

V3600 PREGO Pizzelle Baker
Manufacturer: Villaware
Designer: VillaWare
Brand: Villaware
Feature:
　・Baker has space saving handles and stands upright for compact storage.
　・Has cord wrap so there won't be any messy cords!
　・Steam Guard? Barrier Protects Hands
　・Polished Metal Grids Will Not Stick; Traditional Fiore Pattern
　・Automatic Thermostat
Sales Rank: 2370

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 4.5 / 5.0)
・Perfect machine
・Should I buy this pizzelle iron?
・Non stick
・Pizzelle Maker
・best value pizzelle baker

List Price:
$49.95
Lowest New Price:
$39.95

Editorial Review
Bakes two 5 inch Italian pizelle cookies in traditional fiore pattern every 30 seconds, with polished metal grids that will not stick. It also has a Steam Guard barrier that will protect hands along with an automatic thermostat and ready light so that the second those cookies are finished you can enjoy!

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Customer Reviews
Perfect machine
5 / 5.0
I used to make these cookies when I was a child back in Europe, and nostalgia made me look for a machine to make them here. I am very happy I found this pizzelle baker. The pizzelles came out perfect the first time I made them. Even though the machine doesn't have a teflon-type non-stick surface, nothing sticks (you have to lightly oil the surface before making the first batch of the day, as the instructions say). I actually prefer the metal surface, as I use a metal spatula to remove the pizzelles and with teflon I'd be afraid to scratch it. It is very easy to clean - I just wipe it with a paper towel after I'm done. The design is very pretty - even though the plate designs looks different in the photo, both cookies bake the same - with waffle squares on one side and an ornate floral design on the other side (one of the cookies gets the flower on the bottom, the other on the top, but you can flip then and roll the cones with whichever design you like better on the outside). So far I've only been using the first recipe in the book and it makes perfect pizzelles. The trick to rolling a perfect cone is not to overbake the cookie - take it out while it is lightly yellow. If it starts getting brown, it will crumble when you try to roll it. The 5-inch diameter, from what I understand, is the largest size you can find, at least in this country. To me it is perfect, I wouldn't like it to be smaller. The surface does get very hot, so it's not an activity you would do with small children. I had my 5-year old son help me fill the cones, but I had to ask him to stay away from the counter while I was baking. I am sure though that all other pizzelle bakers are like this too. The machine bakes pizzelles very fast, you have to stay by it the whole time as it only takes about 40-50 seconds per two cookies. To sum it all up - this appliance is PERFECT and I can't think of any one thing that I would want different in it!


Should I buy this pizzelle iron?
2 / 5.0
I have used a Pizzelle Maid model #400 for many years. Does this pizzelle iron make the pizzelle's thin and crispy?


Non stick
5 / 5.0
Is there a better one out there? Other than the surface gets extremely hot and its dangerous for children, I would say this iron is perfect. The closing wire for the handle is a bit thin, so I would be careful when closing. The pizzelles come off of the iron so easy. Pour in pepperoni sized batter and close, count to 50 seconds and open. Hah, they are so good.


Pizzelle Maker
5 / 5.0
I purchased the metal pizzelle maker (without teflon) and it works great, never sticks and is easy to clean. I love making pizzelles!


best value pizzelle baker
5 / 5.0
I purchased irons from three different companys when replacing my 30 year old iron and found this iron to perform the best. I liked it so much I bought two!

Shun Steel 6-Inch Tomato Knife
Manufacturer: Shun
Brand: Shun
Feature:
　・VG-10 stainless-steel is clad with 16 layers of SUS410 high-carbon stainless teel on each side, producing a 33 layered rust-free Damascus-look.
　・"D" Shape Stainless Steel Handle provides both beauty and function. The "D" shape offers maximum comfort and control
　・Seamless one-piece stainless steel bolster, handle, and end cap.
　・NSF Approved
Sales Rank: 5793

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 3.0 / 5.0)
・Dissappointing for a Shun

List Price:
$91.95
Lowest New Price:
$35.79

Editorial Review
Seamless stainless steel construction produces this stunning collection. Features the look and benefits of Damascus steel, yet without it's rusting problems.

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Customer Reviews
Dissappointing for a Shun
3 / 5.0
Bought this and a 6" paring knife at the same time. The paring knife is amazing, but this knife is only so-so. Doesn't seem to be all that sharp, although it is still a beautiful knife. Metal handle works well, an nice surprise.

Splash-Proof Super-Fast Thermapen (Red) Instant Read Thermometer, Perfect for Barbecue, Home and Pro
Manufacturer: ThermoWorks
Brand: ThermoWorks
Feature:
　・3-second readings with improved accuracy and durability!
　・Available in 9 different colors - Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red, Blue, Brown, Black, and Orange
　・Water-resistant design
　・Biomaster anti-bacterial additive
　・Fahrenheit or Celsius readings - 0.1 degree resolution for the full range - 572 degrees F
Sales Rank: 429

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 5.0 / 5.0)
・Simply the best!
・Super fast and easy
・This is an awesome thermometer
・A must have grilling tool
・Worth it.

List Price:
$96.00
Lowest New Price:
$96.00

Editorial Review
The Super-Fast Thermapen has been a favorite among restaurant chains, health inspectors and quality managers worldwide. Hundreds of thousands are in use. The clever fold-away probe and the simple pocket design replace more costly and bulky handheld thermometers while using the same professional thermocouple technology. This new generation Thermapen introduces a robust, splash-proof design with molded-in seals to protect the thermometer from wet hands and kitchen splashes. SPEED & ACCURACY - Even more accurate than before and slightly faster! Our proprietary circuit yields accuracies better than ±0.7°F. That includes all errors! (many competitors don't include the probe error in their spec.) Each unit comes with a NIST-Traceable certificate of calibration showing test results for the individual thermometer. Resolution is now 0.1° over the full range. Improvements in the probe technology now yield a blazing fast speed of 3 seconds to a full temperature reading. NO CABLES! - The components most likely to fail in a commercial thermometer are the cable and its connector. Also, the typical handheld meter and probe combination requires two hands. What do you do with the cable when you're through with it? The competition want you to wrap it around the meter, which is time consuming and a natural trap for grime and bacteria! The one-handed Thermapen eliminates frayed cables, snags, germ traps and wasted time while freeing your second hand. SIMPLE OPERATION - Just open the probe and the Thermapen comes on. Close it and it shuts off. No buttons or switches to catch germs, confuse staff and cause errors. Configuration settings in the battery compartment allow management to easily set the Thermapen for °C or °F, read in tenths or whole degrees (0.1° or 1°), and disable the auto-off for continuous readings till the probe is closed. Although likely to never be needed, a calibration trim button fine-tunes the unit calibration at a single temperature such as an ice-bath.

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Customer Reviews
Simply the best!
5 / 5.0
This is without a doubt the best instant read thermometer I have ever used. It is FAST, only 3 - 4 seconds, and extremely accurate. This is a large device and the display is big, easy to read numbers. The sensor probe is the longest I've seen and the temperature sensor is in the very tip of the probe. Plus the new splash proof design takes the worry out of getting it wet. I highly recommend the Thermapen to any serious cook who wants the best.


Super fast and easy
5 / 5.0
I've tried other thermometers, but got frustrated waiting endlessly while they slowly ticked upward. I don't have that problem with the Thermapen. With the others, I spent too much time with my head in the oven (and the heat getting out) and it finally occurred to me that I'd be better off paying for a really good FAST thermometer that would work in a variety of settings. I bake bread and like to check the internal temperature of large loaves to ensure proper doneness, but don't much want a big hole in the bottom. The probe on the Thermapen is very slender so the hole is significantly smaller than when I've used the others.



Another thing I like is that when you open the Thermapen, it's instant on, close it and it's off. The changeable battery is easily accessible when, and if, you need to change it, ensuring a very long life.



One bonus for me is that I may be cooking a single serving of something so there isn't much space to insert a thermometer. The sensor in this probe is quite near the end so you don't have to insert it very far to get a good reading. The only thing I don't like is that being left-handed, the display is on the wrong side for me, so I have to consciously think to hold it in my right hand in order to read it.



I ended up with my multitude of probe thermometers because none of them really did the job satisfactorily. Happily, this thermometer is really effective. While I don't plan to get it wet, who knows, the kitchen is a volatile place, so I decided to spend a little more for the water resistant version to ensure that wouldn't be a problem. It doesn't clip on to a pan so doesn't work for candy, but I've used it for just about everything else and am very satisfied.




This is an awesome thermometer
5 / 5.0
I love this thing. Say bye to dry chicken. No more need to overcook just to be sure. This thermapen is really fast. It's easy to use and I don't have to worry about it getting wet. LOVE IT!


A must have grilling tool
5 / 5.0
Bottom line is that if you grill, you gotta have this gadget. It's the fastest thermometer i've ever used!


Worth it.
5 / 5.0
I've had the older Thermapen and used it alot. Just got one of these and I like it even better. Very cool.

Sante Cabin Kitchen Cast Iron Bread Pan
Manufacturer: Sante
Release Date: 2008-02-07
Brand: Sante
Feature:
　・Sante, Cookware For Life.
　・True Seasoned Interior Cast Iron Cookware is ready to use out of the box
　・Non Seasoned
　・Cabin Kitchen
Sales Rank: 12754

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 4.5 / 5.0)
・Makes a great cobbler too!
・very good product
・Good - But Buy "other" brand instead!
・Sante Cabin Kitchen Cast Iron Bread Pan
・Love It!

List Price:
$18.99
Lowest New Price:
$18.99

Editorial Review
Sant? Cabin Kitchen Cast Iron Bread Pan. This cast iron bread pan offers even heat distribution providing a golden brown crust every time you bake. The handles on each end make it easier to lift the pan in and out of the oven. True-seasoned pan is ready to use right out of the box.

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Customer Reviews
Makes a great cobbler too!
5 / 5.0
I just used this pan to make a cobbler. I also find it useful on the stovetop as a saucepan, even though it's not shaped like one!


very good product
4 / 5.0
i'm very happy with this pan. nice even heat distribution, good browning, nice loft to the finished bread. I seasoned it pretty well and loaves pop right out. I'd give it five stars if it were a little easier to maintain but you should expect that with cast iron I suppose.


Good - But Buy "other" brand instead!
2 / 5.0
I own a LOT of cast iron..in fact, I probably own most of what Lodge has put out including everything from the cast iron hibachi grill to wok, pans, kettles and much (much) more. I LOVE the durability, ease and convenience of cooking and baking with cast iron.



Recently I needed some additional bread pans and since cannot find Lodge brand any longer I purchased 2 from Sante Cabin and 2 from Old Mountain. Old Mountain arrived quickly, well wrapped/packaged and completely treated. Washed and used to encounter bread that dropped effortlessly from the pan without need for barely any prompting. After a few more uses the finish was even better...perfect.



The Sante Cabin cast iron arrived a few days later, washed to prepare for use and pan immediately began to rust. Description indicates "true seasoned" and "ready to use right out of the box" but also denotes "non-seasoned". This pan is NON_SEASONED despite a superficial appearance to the contrary. While seasoning is not a big deal for those experienced with it (and some may prefer their own seasoning to factory treated seasoniing), it is worth mentioning for those that are searching for a TRUE pre-seasoned loaf/bread pan. If so, go with the Old Mountain bread pan instead. There is a shape difference - Old Mountain has a rather odd angled shape whereas Sante Cabin provides a more traditional "bread loaf" shape.






Sante Cabin Kitchen Cast Iron Bread Pan
5 / 5.0
I am very happy with this product and I bought two of them. I am now cooking bread and other foods with them better than ever before. I have no regrets and will not be returning anything. Foods that I have cooked with this product come right out of the pan without sticking so far. Very little cleaning was needed for me. My bread is better than ever. Very happy.


Love It!
5 / 5.0
I love this loaf pan, I actually bought one more for my Mom, she loves it too! You get a nice crust on this as apposed to the teflon ones, which I have put away, this is now my "always" use loaf pan!