Chef's Choice 839 Krumkake Express

Forgotten taste of heaven
Very good unit to make krumkakes. The recipes that ship with the unit are easy to make and taste excellent. In the weeks following the purchase of this krumkake maker I must have baked over 100 krumkakes and was never disappointed!

Pros: Looks and feels good. Makes cakes up to 6" in diameter and very thin. The barrocco ornament of the iron looks very pretty on the cake.

Cons: To achieve the unified golden color of the cake must use temperature setting no higher than 3, otherwise they come out with patchy color. Because of this, each cake takes approx. 2 minutes to bake.

I have not tried the VillaWare unit, which claims to bake two 5" krumkakes in 30 seconds, but if that's the case than it could be a better choice for someone who needs to accomodate a large party of people fast.

Update 10/17/2008: Friend of mine has the VillaWare maker and she is very happy with it, since she can bake two at a time in about 30 sec. But I have tried her cakes...

KrumKake Express, Quick and easy to use!
My family is from Norway, so every christmas since I was little we all gathered in the kitchen to make Krumkake, but with the old handheld iron, the kind you put over the burner and guessed at how long it took, and burned your hands frequently. It was still fun, but thank goodness with technological advances comes the Krumkake Express! Still just as fun as the old fashioned one, and this time you can have perfect Krumkake every single time.

It comes with the roller of course, and the pattern on the iron itself is beautiful. It also comes with a recipe just in case you dont have one! We fill ours with sour cream and lingonberries, ice cream, lemon custard and just eat them plain!

I have had mine now for almost 2 years and it still works perfectly.

Krumkake
Makes thin krumkaker the way a Norwegian likes them.! The ability to select color intensity is very nice - but you need to know what to look for! Too hot iron will bake thin batter faster than you expect. First time use, pay attention, but then you are set. Very convenient, easy to clean. This iron has become my best friend, since I can serve delicious krumkaker in no time. Well worth the money.

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Braun KFK500-BK AromaDeluxe 10-Cup Replacement Carafe, Black

A Little Sensitive
My husband loves this coffee pot. The problem is, it is a little sensitive. He was washing it with a brush and barely bumped it on the sink, and while it did not break it did put a large crack around the carafe. We are very careful while handling it, primarily for the reasons listed by other reviewers, and we've only had it about 6 weeks. Maybe the glass is a little thin or not tempered properly? Either way, be careful while washing it.

Just as good as my Original Coffeepot
I ordered this as a replacement when my Braun (model 3104, european 220v) coffeemaker's original carafe was broken. I was concerned that it may not work since the drip function is triggered by the coffee pot being in just the right place. It works perfectly, though, and looks exactly like the original. I've seen some reviews that indicate the glass is weak or too thin, but I haven't had any problems; seems to be of identical quality to the first carafe (which, by the way, was knocked off the counter onto a tile floor, so no surprise it broke!).

Thanks, this is just like the one that came with this coffee pot.
I like the ease of holding the handle. The material gives you a good grip. The last carafe lasted two years.

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Old Dutch 7-1/2-Inch Copper Wine Chiller

Beautiful copper
I use it for a utensil holder. Looks lovely on my counter with all my colorful utensils. I get alot of compliments on it!





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Cuisinart WMR-CA Round Classic Waffle Maker

The best waffle maker on the market!
I've owned three or four waffle makers and none of them compare to the quality of this gem from Cuisinart. If you're picky about waffles--and why shouldn't you be?--then spend a little extra on this model and get effortless results. Here's what makes this a GREAT wafflemaker:

1) An accurate thermostat--no surprises when you open the lid
2) A consistent heating surface--avoid hot spots or undercooked waffles
3) A variable timer--essential if you have more than one waffle color preference in the family
4) Smart design--it stores on its side, taking up a LOT less space in your cupboard
5) Easy to clean exterior--cleans up with a damp paper towel
6) Dependable non-stick finish--unlike cheap waffle makers, the nonstick finish on this model does not wear out
7) Cool-touch lid--never burn your hand on a waffle maker again

I am genuinely thrilled with my Cuisinart waffle maker and I believe it's an absolute bargain. If you're used to spending big bucks on...

Consistent waffling
Update: Daily use, keeps going and turns out excellent waffles.
I mentioned below that waffle batter can be stored in the fridge. Try leaving it out overnight. The batter turns slightly sour, and still makes great waffles, but with a sourdoughish flavor that is pure heaven with maple syrup. And you can make some and leave it next to the waffle iron the previous night so all you have to wait for in the morning is for this waffle maker to heat up.

Interesting that this product is getting polarized reviews. Either very good or terrible. Here's my experience and then comments others might find useful.

- I made a batch of chocolate waffles to freeze (to reheat and serve with ice-cream). All 14 turned out perfect. Before that, I made 7 regular waffles that came out GBD - Golden Brown and Delicious. All I did was follow the light and use settings from 3 to 4.
- Going back and forth to get my preferred color was easy because 3 was still 3 after going to 4 (and...

Great waffler
I am so surprised by the negative reviews of this product. We've had this waffler for a year now and have used it A LOT. I'd estimate 75 times- usually once or twice a week. We've never had a problem with sticking and the waffler is going strong. The waffles turn out great, every time.

One thing to consider, waffles require you to use oil in the batter. It's what gives them the nice crispy golden brown outside, and I imagine it helps with the sticking too. Now, I've never encountered a waffle recipe that doesn't call for oil, but it makes me wonder if those who have problem with sticking are simply using pancake batter???

We tried other wafflers with our regular batter recipe and the results were awful- heavy and dense. This waffler makes a nice light waffle. The selector really works to get the desired done-ness, it's a great feature and we've found the results to be very reliable.

In short, we think this is a great product. Our experience with other wafflers...

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8 x 6.5 Solid Copper Ceramic Chocolate Fondue 1 Pt

a perfect fit
This Copper bowl liner is made by Old Dutch. Stated on lthe label, "this item is not manufactured or endorsed by KitchenAid." That said, I was all the more impressed that it fits the Kitchen Aid stand mixer bowl perfectly. It looks exactly like the picture on this web site. The outside has a brushed finish, and the inside is beautiful with a lovely mirror finish. It is not laquered, so it is ready to use. The label on the bowl states, "This copper liner is made specifically for increasing the volume of air that can be beaten into egg whites, or mixtures containing egg whites. Use for other purposes is not recomended." It does make a perfect meringue. It has one job, and it does it well. Hand washing is recomended.

Just recieved my bowl
I just opened the box and took out the bowl..the outside is pretty beat up looking, i'm hoping i can clean it up. not real happy with the way it looks on the outside. and the label is very dirty.



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Lenox Butler's Pantry Earthenware Large Pitcher

Praise bears repeating
I'm not a major Butler's Pantry collector, but I do love a graceful silhouette -- and this is the most beautiful pitcher I own. The rest of my tableware features brightly colored pottery and mouth-blown glassware, but this classic ivory pitcher is the only one sitting on my counter.

It's a large capacity beverage container, with a very comfortable handle and well-designed spout for pouring.

Beautiful Pitcher ~
Beautiful pitcher and nice addition to my Butler's Pantry Collection. Arrived in a timely manner, very well packaged and in excellent shape. The pitcher is of substantial size and will be able to serve at least 6-8 people depending on your goblet size. Extremely pleased.

Beautiful Pitcher
I had been looking at numerous websites and stores for the right size pitcher to add to my livingroom decor. The Lenox Butler's Pantry pitcher was not only the right size, but was beautiful and well made. When filled with flowers, it makes an elegant accent piece.

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Gorham Studio 3-Piece Stainless Flatware Hostess Set

Lovely gift
I purchased these to go with my son and daughter in laws servings as a Christmas gift. They were delighted.
The items arrived on time and were individual wrapped. Really lovely gift!

Excellent quality
This review applies to all of the Gorham Studio flatware, not just the serving set. The design is classic and appealing, and the pieces feel good in the hand. The stainless steel is high quality and should last for decades. It is not a standard bright silver in color, but is slightly darker, sleeker, and more elegant.

SImple, yet elegant...
Sophisticated enough to please the woman in the household, but simple and solid enough for the discerning man in your life. Excellent functionality- no spills and holds serving sizes to please. In addition, extremely durable for the kids in your life.

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