Kyocera Kyotop Damascus Pakka Handle 6.0-Inch Chef Knife Review

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(More customer reviews)I got this knife about four months ago and have been slowly putting it through it's paces.
The knife has a good balance and when I use it, it feels like a natural extension of my hand.
It is not a very heavy knife but it's edge is definitely first rate. During the last four months I've put it through all of its paces. It moves effortlessly through just about everything I've tried.
For example, I was recently butchering a chicken. The knife glided effortlessly through the meat. I didn't realize it until I started to put the pieces away; it also glided effortlessly through the ends of the chicken bones and made very thin clean slices of the bones as well.
I've also learned that I can't chop with this knife on my flexible cutting boards. The knife is incredibly fast on this surface; the only problem is that it cuts through the boards.
This is definitely the sharpest knife in my drawer and it is the first knife I reach for whenever I have to do any knife work in the kitchen.

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Kyocera's premium cutlery line features stunning Damascus-look blades. Close in hardness to diamond, these advanced ceramic knifes feature Kyotop (Hot- Isostatic pressed) "HIP" blades. These blades are fired a second time under high pressure and temperature in a sealed chamber. This process increases the density of the advanced ceramic material, resulting in greater wear resistance. The moisture-resistant, 3 riveted handles are made out of Pakka wood. The 6-inch blade, great for all prep jobs, chopping, and slicing.

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SafePan 4 Piece Eco-Nonstick Cookware Set Review

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(More customer reviews)First impression is that the pans seem sturdy enough and come with info about how to use them to cook and how to season and re-season them, which is a simple process.
(And, for people looking for this info, the company is based in Australia and the pans are made in Korea.)
Originally I received a 12" frypan rather than the advertised 11.2" frypan, and the lid did not fit with the pan, which frustrated me as I'd planned to use 11.2" frypan and lid as a saute pan. I sent an e-mail through Amazon.com and CostBuy (seller) contacted me right away and explained that I accidentally received the 12" pan that SafePan was going to start selling in a few months (the error was on SafePan's end in boxing the set, not the seller's end). They sent me a replacement 11.2" pan that fits with the lid. {I deleted original entry so people are not confused by the old info.}
Edit 4/19/10: I have had the pans for a week and seasoned them as instructed (very easy, no problems). I have used the small frypan 3x to make scrambled eggs. As far as non-stick, it is AWESOME!! The instructions do recommend using oil with the pans every time, but not a non-stick oil spray (i.e. Pam). Nothing has stuck to the pan and eggs have scrambled fantastically. However, the top edge is already chipping off the small frypan!! I have contacted the seller. (FYI, the pan has sat in the drying rack and not been stacked with other pans, and I have only used silicone or plastic utensils in the pan, so I don't know why it's already chipping).
Edit 5/18/10: After owning this product for over a month and going through all the rigamarole to get the correct product and replacement from the company (I did receive a replacement 8" pan for the one that was chipping), I've ended up lowering my rating from 4 to 2. The main reason for this is that the coating is coming off the pans. AGAIN. This time it's the large frypan pan that's chipping, and it's been used about 4x since we got the new/correct size. I have been super careful with these pans and educated my husband about them as well. We are careful to place towels between each pan when we put them away and we don't use metal utensils, yet the pan is chipping already (I actually think it's chipping where the lid hits the inside of the pan). To spend over $100 on a 3-pan set and have it (2 pans, actually) chip within the first few weeks is frustrating and I'm already mentally "saving" for having to soon buy another set of pans. I did a ton of research to find a safe, non-PTFE/PFOA pan set, and am not looking forward to doing that again so soon. We'll use these pans until the chipping becomes bad enough that we must replace them, but overall I am extremely disappointed. I love the functionality of the pans, they are great at non-stick and we've had absolutely no burning or problems cooking, but the fact that they are not long-lasting causes me to not recommend these to anyone. I feel like I have to "walk on eggshells" when using these pans so as to not cause chipping, which isn't really functional when using every day to cook meals for my family.

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SafePan is made from high density non-stick ceramic coating (CERAMSAFE TECHNOLOGY) derived from natural ceramic with NO PFOA and NO PTFE to ensure the safety of our environment and our health. SafePan is also the first brand in the world to pass the safety guideline tests of EPA and FDA as a whole non-stick pan and APPROVED by the United States Food and Drug Administration as being "safe to use as consumer product."

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Mason Cash Classic Cream 11-1/2-Inch by 5-Inch Mixing Bowl, 6-Quart Capacity, Size 12 Review

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(More customer reviews)For over a year now I have searched for a 5 or 6 quart white/cream mixing bowl and this one fit the bill perfectly!!
My fiance loves to cook and bake bread and he really yearned for this elusive bowl. I was delighted to gift him with this item! I couldn't wait for Christmas!!!
It's absolutely perfect and arrived in a timely fashion without damage.
Thank you!!
Barbara
Barrie, Ontario

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The 6-quart mason cash classic cream mixing bowl offers a classic english aesthetic. Create a sense of pure tradition in the kitchen. Truly functional, true quality – mason cash, head and shoulders above the competition. Earthenware bowl measures 11-1/2 by 5-inch, perfectly sized for large tasks – like bread, cookie dough, and pancake batter. This bowl is designed to remain static during manual mixing and the pattern around the outside not only ensures a tight grip but also creates its distinguishable look and timeless elegance. The shape allows you to hold the bowl in one arm easily while the other can be used for beating the mixture, whereas the wide shallow shape is just right for kneading dough. Finally the white interior makes it easy for the cook to see the color and consistency of the mixture ensuring the perfect result. The english design of the mason cash mixing bowl has endured the test of time and has become something of a design classic, having the perfect ergonomic and functional design. In fact, the design has barely altered for over a hundred years, which is why the brand is still renowned for its classic kitchenware, especially the traditional mixing bowls and white pudding basins. It is no wonder that mason cash is, and has always been the choice of the discerning cook.

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Idea Village Always Fresh Food Containers - Green Review

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(More customer reviews)The other reviewer must own the company that is selling these bunk containers which keep food less fresh than the plastic bags the grocer provides. REally...not only do they not work they do not wash well in the dishwasher, become totally mishapen and are difficult to seal. I have been using the glad and zip lock containers and they also keep food fresher than these do. These containers are difficult to store, have lids that warp and the food I eagerly stored in them rotted so fast I was angry that I bought them. Not only that I purchased these on the always fresh official site. The picture shows 10 containers with lids and promises that you will get 2 sets if ordered that day...which i did. My invoice stated 20 pieces and after 4 weeks and $9 in shipping fees I received 5 bunk containers. These people should be sued. This is the first time I have bought anything from those ads on TV..and I know now why all the ads feature a $19.95 product with excessive shipping and handling fees. This is borderline criminal marketing designed to rip off the consumer for an amount too little to fight over and too expensive or difficult to return the merchandise for a refund thus leaving the consumer to just 'eat' the crappy merchandise. I think more consumers need to raise the dickens for these types of products. Especially this one which is THE WORST.

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Always Freshcontainers locks in freshness so food lasts up to 50 days longer than ordinary plastic storage containers. Save moneyfood stays fresher longer, so you throw away less. Made with nanotechnology, containers include silver nanoparticlesnaturally antibacterial and help prevent the growth of mold and fungus. Great for fruits, vegetables, herbs, cheeses, soups, sauces, meats and more. Keeps bread soft and cookies and crackers crisp. Ten piece set pluslids. Plastic.

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Kyocera Revolution Series 7-Inch Professional Chef's Knife Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this knife recently as a work knife at my job. I am a professional chef and I am experienced and well educated on cutlery. This is the second ceramic knife I have bought, the first was dropped by a co-worker and that knife shattered. I love working with ceramic knives because they are the sharpest knives around,period. Nothing is sharper. It glides through food. It requires a bit more care, but if you take good care if it ,it will last a lifetime. This knife is very versitile in the 7" model and very resonably priced. Perfect for meat and fish, slicing, fruit and vegatables. I can cut perfect slices, juliannes, and very fine dice. I laugh when I hear people talk about " my shun knife" or the extremely over-rated "my henckels". They are good all right but very expensive and they will NEVER be as sharp or hold it for as long as a ceramic.

Now, I will say this knife has one thing I don't care for. While the handle is extremely comfortable and feels oh-so-natural( it actually helps cutting in a mechanical sense by design),if the handle is greasy or oily (when cutting steaks from large cuts or dealing with certain fish it can get oily from handeling) it becomes slippery. Not good for a knife as razor sharp as this. Just keep it clean, protect it from abuse and you will have a knife like no other for alooooong time. In a home I suspect it will not be subject to the rigors I put it through, therefore this knife is a great value for the home chef. I would put this knife up against Shun or Henckles or Wusthof any day.

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Part of the Revolution series, Kyocera's most popular line, this 7-inch professional chef's knife is one of the longest knives offered in Kyocera's popular ceramic line--perfect for performing a wide variety of cutting tasks, from fine chopping to dicing and paper-thin slicing. It features an ultra-sharp ceramic blade as well as a deeper profile for greater knuckle clearance. And unlike steel blades, ceramic blades will never rust or change from its natural state. A comfortable, ergonomic resin handle provides precise control, while its distinctive shape makes it both easy to find and easy to use.
"I love these ceramic tools. Perfect for prep tasks and quick meals, they're the ones I always reach for." -- Ming Tsai, Emmy award-winning chef

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Tumbleweed Pottery Beer Bread Baker Review

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(More customer reviews)Great, bread was perfectly baked, merchant was fast and efficient, would deal with them again

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Making Beer Bread has never been easier! Our Beer Bread baking mold makes it so simple to create a wonderful bread to accent any meal or when you just want a rich snack to munch on. It is also great to use as a dipping bread! Simply follow the recipes located on the side of the box the Beer Bread Baker comes in and you'll be set to enjoy a tasty treat in no time! Our recipes are quick and easy. CHEF'S NOTE: Be sure to place the beer bread baker, with all its contents, into a COLD oven. Do not preheat the oven. Bring the beer bread baker, ingredients, and the oven temperature up all at the same time. This will ensure long lasting durability. Experiment with different beers and ales for a savory taste. A darker beer, such as ales, will make a deep, full flavor while a lighter beer, such as wheat beers, will taste light and sweet. Lead free! Oven & dishwasher safe! Gift Box included! Includes our free Beer Bread Recipe. Measures 8 inches diameter x 3.5 inches.

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