A mixer is a device most commonly used by chefs and bakers to mix batter and dough for breads, cakes, pastries and other baked goods. They are also used for whipping eggs and frostings. While most mixing was done by hand back in the day, today’s mixers are powerful electric tools that cut mixing time down […]
Continue ReadingIn this post we examine 5 of the best-selling rotary cheese graters. These hand-turned, manual cheese slicers are utilitarian throwbacks- highly functional for family pasta dinners. Indeed, these rotary cheese graters are handy kitchen devices (Source).How They WorkA block of hard cheese goes in and a spinning, circular grater shreds the cheese. To keep everything in […]
Continue ReadingAn induction cooktop is an alternative to more traditional gas or electric cooktops. They use electromagnetic energy rather than using heating elements or burners. The manufacturers claim that they are more efficient and safer than traditional gas and electric cooking options (Source). You may be wondering “How does induction cooking work?” Well, it’s a very […]
Continue ReadingCheese making kits enable you to create (primarily soft) cheeses at home (Source). They typically include all of the necessary ingredients, minus the milk and some of the hardware (pots, pans, thermometer). Great as starter kits, buyers tell us that once they get going creating cheese they begin to purchase the kit’s ingredients separately, in bulk, […]
Continue ReadingDessert teas are an excellent after-dinner hot drink option that is both decadent and low-calorie. Whether you enjoy the taste of a caramel vanilla tea or something with a fruitier flavor profile like a caramel apple tea, there are a variety of different types that can satisfy your palette. Perfect for after-dinner sipping or as an […]
Continue ReadingEver wanted to make your own yogurt instead of buying those over-priced gourmet yogurt cups from Whole Foods? Or perhaps you’re a bit fastidious about your health and want to create yogurt that you know is made correctly and packed with all the nutritional benefits that store-bought yogurt skimps on? Well, now you can. You […]
Continue ReadingFeed your dinner guests something truly exotic- a Gyro machine is an exotic and impressive way of quickly preparing abundant amounts of delicious meats. Who wouldn’t be impressed watching a 10 pound hunk of lamb sizzling and dripping on a spit as orange burners radiate a soul-warming glow. And there you are with an electric gyro knife shaving […]
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