Tag: equipment
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Kitchen Shears
If you have a couple of good kitchen knives you don’t really need a set of kitchen shears/scissors. However for convenience sake I recommend you buy them. I use them to cut lobster tails, chicken frames, vegetables and so much more. Just remember to keep them clean going from raw food to cooked food. Related…
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PK Reviews: Nylex Heavy Duty 5L Shoulder Sprayer
The Nylex 5L and 8L Shoulder Sprayer range is perfect for people with kitchen gardens, even large ones. I am reviewing several of the Nylex Sprayer range and I started with their Nylex 1.5L 360° Sprayer. Please see the other Nylex reviews here. Today I am reviewing the heavy duty cousin of the Nylex 5l…
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Microwave Ovens With Inverter Technology
Love or loath them, you will find a microwave oven in almost every kitchen. I remember getting our first one when I was a kid over 30 years ago. It still works to this day! Microwave ovens work by ‘jiggling’ molecules in the food thereby generating thermal energy aka heat. They have a large internal…
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Nylex 5L Shoulder Sprayer: PK Reviews
The Nylex 5L and 8L Shoulder Sprayers are perfect for people with kitchen gardens, even large ones. I am reviewing several of the Nylex Sprayer range and I started with their Nylex 1.5L 360° Sprayer. Please see the other Nylex reviews here. In short I couldn’t be more pleased with my 5L Shoulder Sprayer and…
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Gas Hob Heat Diffuser
For some recipes/cooking methods even your smallest hot plate or ring might be putting out too much heat. Using the smallest ring also tends to heat the center of the pan more than the edges, potentially leading to burnt food. This nifty little piece of kitchen kit overcomes both issues by evenly spreading the heat…
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Ezysafe 3 in 1 Jar, Bottle & Can Opener: A GICICI Review
Recently my family looked after a dog for someone while they holidayed in New Zealand. Their owner stocked us up with lots of dog food cans and an amazing can opener. I had to buy my own when the doggy went back to their home as it simply is the best can opener I have…
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Ozito Power X Change 18V 13mm Brushless Drill Driver PXBDS-220
This 18v cordless drill driver is targeted at the home handy person that wants a compact yet powerful drill/screw driver combo. It is in this home use context that I am reviewing the product. Note: I am reviewing the features of the brushless model and also comparing it against my old Ozito 18v Drill Driver PXDDS-200.…
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Philips Pasta And Noodle Maker
I love making pasta the old fashioned way as much as the next guy but the Philips Pasta and Noodle Maker is one of those must have kitchen appliances. Every time I use it I am surprised how amazing it is. It really is engineering perfection. You just pour in a cup or two of…
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Philips Pasta Maker Attachments
I love my Philips Pasta and Noodle Maker. Not least because it comes with lots of options for making different pasta shapes. See my full review here. Philips supplies you with discs for making Spaghetti, Penne, Fettuccine and Lasagne/Ravioli. You can also by the premium version that comes with Chinese and Japanese Noodle, Angel Hair…
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Gas Hob Reducer Ring
This nifty little piece of kitchen kit allows pans, coffee pots etc with small footprints to sit firmly on your kitchen hot plates. I bought it for a small sauce pan I use to make white sauces and roux in. Even on the smallest ring it doesn’t sit safely without this really nifty and inexpensive…
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Revel Wet And Dry Blender
I have been using my Revel Wet and Dry blender now for 6 months! I am just as pleased with it as the day it arrived from the UK. I had to ‘ebay’ it because I couldn’t find a local distributor. It is a must have for anyone who loves their dry spices and making…
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Himalayan Salt Block Dessert Platter
Cooking on pink Himalayan salt blocks is all the rage at the moment but do you know you can also use them chilled as a captivating serving platter? I recently bought this salt block for its beautiful pink colouration. It could not be easier to wow your guests after dinner. Simply pop the salt blocks…
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Sunbeam Pie Maker Review
I have been using my Sunbeam Pie Maker now for almost a year and a half! It makes tasty home made pies with healthy ingredients and has shown no sign of any issues Note: This is not a paid post and is just how I find the equipment fares for me personally. Product Review Sunbeam…
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The Weber Trivet Turns Your Weber Q Into An Oven
I have a Weber Q 2000 and it is the best gas BBQ I have ever owned. Did you know you can transform your Weber 1000, 2000 or 3000 into a roasting oven? I highly recommend the Weber Q Roasting Pack (not a paid recommendation). The pack contains two foil convections trays and a stainless…
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BBQ Grill Mesh Mat Review
I love my Weber Q 2000 but it doesn’t have a hot plate. That means I can’t cook cubed/diced meat easily. I was making little tin foil trays as a work around but that is wasteful. Also they don’t let the fat drain away very well. Solution: There are a range of reusable, washable BBQ…
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Soga Citrus Lever Hand Press Review
As usual around this time of year I am drowning in lemons, limes and oranges. A great problem to have! Apart from eating them fresh you can do so much with them. Making jars of preserved citrus, drying slices of them and making home-made salad dressings are just a few examples. I have many more…
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