Amazon.com Review

Fine craftsmanship and premium materials make this 15-piece Calphalon cutlery set a fabulous addition to any kitchen. The solid maple block comes with the following knives and implements: 4-1/2-inch paring, 6-inch utility, 8-inch slicing, 8-inch bread, 8-inch chef, 6-inch fork, 10-inch sharpening steel, six 5-inch steak knives, and kitchen shears. Horizontal slots in the angled block save wear and tear on the hand-ground blades. Each of the beautifully balanced, full-tang implements is constructed of a single forged piece of high carbon, no-stain, rust-resistant steel. Contoured for comfort, the seamless handles will not absorb moisture, crack, or chip. Each Contemporary piece is etched on the end with its name and/or size, allowing quick identification when stored in the block. The set is covered by a lifetime warranty. --Ann Bieri

What's in the Box
4-1/2-inch paring, 6-inch utility, 8-inch slicing, 8-inch bread, 8-inch chef knife, 6-inch fork, 10-inch sharpening steel, 6 5-inch steak knives, kitchen shears ... Read more

Features

• Horizontal slots save wear on blades
• Contemporary knife and maple block set
• 4-1/2-inch paring, 6-inch utility, 8-inch slicing, 8-inch bread,
• 8-inch chef knife, 6-inch fork, 10-inch sharpening steel
• Also 6 5-inch steak knives and kitchen shears

Reviews (11)

Kindest cut for your bucks
After a year of researching knives and about 10 years struggling with a bad-quality set, I settled on the Calphalon 15-piece for a few reasons...

*The collection included in this set is comprehensive and sufficient, especially the fact that it includes the steak knives and a scissors.
*You get the "full tang" construction of expensive brands like Henckels and Wusthoff but without the price
*The handle construction is more sealed off and sturdy than the one Wusthoff knife I own, which has rivets in the handle that rust!
*The blades are strong and sharp, and cleanup is easy.
*The labels on the ends of each knife are so helpful--what a great idea!

I am very happy with this set, although I do wish the block had a few more slots. It only fits the knives in the main collection plus three steak knives. They are quite heavy, so do take care when wielding one. Nonetheless, good price, good quality, and great looks!

Very good value
I finally grew out of my cheap kitchen knife set as my cooking frequency and skills have increased. I looked around at Henckel's and others, and even bought some single pieces. Everyone advises to get German steel, full tang, and a riveted handle. Well, unless you are hung up on the rivets, this is the set. The price is excellent. The heft is great, and the knives fit my large (male) hands very well. After dealing with a "starter" set it's like I've moved on to a whole new level of enjoyment in cooking. As far as the rivets, I noticed that one of the high-end Henckel's (I think 4) doesn't have rivets either. Since purchasing this set, I have also bought the boning knife separately and have found this to be a nice addition.

Best Set For the $$$
I just bought my first set of Calphalon Contemporary cutlery and wow what a difference between this set and some other sets I've owned. The edges are incredibly sharp and the labeling concept is truly an ingenious idea. Not to mention the overall design of the product is fantastic. Design, balance, comfort, and a lifetime warranty for half the cost, how can you go wrong? I've owned lesser sets of cutlery before that have cost me far more money. I'm sold on Calphalon's latest line of cutlery and I know I'll never buy any other brand again.

Excellent set for the serious beginner
Excellent set for the serious beginner/advanced chef. Has all the blades you could think of and you just have to pick up the 6 inch chef or the 7 inch santoku to complete this set. Other blades are also available as well. Slices like a dream even under heavy use. Overall this should be your second set. Still chopping and slicing...

A great set
I recieved a set of these knives for Christmas this year, and they're a real joy to work with. After working with a set of ill suited cheap Farberware knives that never cut well to begin with and couldn't be sharpened, I was (and still am) amazed how quickly these can get any task done, and how easy it is to make accurate cuts. The curving of the handle seen in the large knife in photo (on all handles too!) is a great feature to make grip easier, and they have a good weight to them without being too heavy and cumbersome. Just be sure you hand wash these to keep them in top condition :) ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Employing a stainless-steel vacuum carafe instead of a warmingplate, this 1,200-watt coffeemaker brews up to ten 5-ounce cups in just8 minutes for maximum flavor and aroma, and the carafe then keeps thecoffee hot for 4 hours. The carafe prevents coffee from turning bitter,as it can when sitting on a warming plate, and doesn't have to remainwith the machine for coffee to stay hot. To reduce calcification,Capresso's stainless-steel ThermoBlock system prevents water fromcontacting aluminum inside the machine. Other features: a digital,programmable, 24-hour clock/timer that makes it possible to have coffeeready in the morning; an automatic pause when the carafe is removedduring the brewing process for a quick pour; a charcoal water filter toremove up to 83 percent of the chlorine in tap water; an electronicindicator to show when the water filter needs replacing; a setting forbrewing three to five cups without diluting flavor and aroma; apermanent Gold Tone filter; automatic shutoff after brewing; anexternal water-level indicator; and concealed cord storage.

With a polished, extruded-aluminum body and plastic accents, themachine looks great on the counter. It measures 9-3/4 inches wide,13-3/4 inches high, and 10 inches deep, weighs 7 pounds, and carries aone-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Measures 9-3/4 by 13-3/4 by 10 inches; 1-year warranty
• Brews up to 10 5-ounce cups in just 8 minutes for maximum flavor, aroma
• Stainless-steel vacuum carafe keeps coffee hot up to 4 hours
• Stainless-steel ThermoBlock heating system reduces calcification
• Brew-pause for mid-brew pour; digital, programmable clock/timer

Reviews (66)

Great coffee, subpar design
I went with 3 stars because of price and design. It is better than 3, but I can't bring myself to call it 4. 3.5 is very fair. The coffee that this machine brews is far superior to any machine I have owned. It easily rivals coffee house machines. However, the carafe was poorly designed and the price tag is way too steep. I won't return it, but I retain the right gripe a bit.

PROS:

- Coffee taste is INCREDIBLE! Unmatched by any home machine I know of.

- Coffee is brewed hot. That is a fact. Do not let bad reviews about temp scare you. This machine brews hot.

- Coffee remains hot. Again, don't be scared. I don't pre-heat the carafe. The hot water heats it fast and since steel is a conductor, the carafe warms quickly. FWIW, I dumped a couple cups this morning after they sat all night. I kid you not when I say if you take it black, the temperature was still passable.


- It extracts max flavor from the grinds, therefore less coffee is required.

- The keypad is easy to use and understand. The cord compartment is very handy.

CONS:
- One hundred and sixty bucks is too much money. First off, the whole machine is not stainless steel. There is a lot plastic and fake steel. The brew technology is good, but there is no way on earth this machine is worth more than 2x a Braun 180. The coffee is a bit better, but you really have to be a fanatic to taste it.

- The carafe is TERRIBLY designed in the way it receives the brew. YES, YOU WILL HAVE COFFEE POUR ALL OVER YOUR KITCHEN IF YOU ARE NOT CAREFUL! The entry hole is too small. You can set the carafe in place and it will still overflow. It needs to be set PERFECTLY. The lips should be bigger by about 1/4" to prevent spillage. In fact, I feel this lid should be recalled. It is that bad. Exercise caution and you will be fine, but always be aware. Sometimes the ball sticks so even if it is lined up perfectly, it will still overflow. Make sure the green ball is moving before putting the lid on the pot. Use the tip of a knife to jar it loose if it is stuck.

- The lack of a removable water resovoir is inexcusable at this level. The machine is a little on the heavy side and doesn't slide easily, plus you hide the cord. A removable water resovoir would have been great.

- The carafe does pour slow. Make sure the dot is over the spout for best performance. Turning it past the spout only slows it further, it doesn't make the opening bigger! If it gets annoying, remove the lid, pour normal, then replace the lid.

This review may sound negative, but it isn't. Again, the coffee quality is unmatched. However, you do need to put up with mind-bogglingly dumb engineering and tiny quirks. But, like that lawnmower that only you know how to start, this is a machine you'll grow to love as you figure out how to control it.

Great Coffeemaker
When it became clear that our 10 year old Krups coffee maker was on its last legs, I began researching thermal carafe coffee makers. I'm not much of a coffee drinker myself, but my husband cannot stand "burnt," or lukewarm coffee. Also, we often brewed partial pots, so the product we chose had to brew good coffee in the 3-5 cup range. The Capresso was the only product that met our requirements. Several other contenders in the same price range brewed lousy "mini" pots even when their other qualities seemed equal. Our Capresso arrived in time for our Thanksgiving company. All the regular coffee drinkers commented on the excellent coffee. I had a cup and there was none of the nasty after taste that I thought all coffee had. I may become a coffee drinker after all! I have always pre-heated the carafe with hot water before brewing and the coffee is very hot and stays that way for hours. You must remember to close the carafe after pouring a cup of coffee. I think the carafe is easy to use, the coffee is easy to brew and the machine is very well designed. It makes great small pots as well as whole pots of coffee. The only reason I didn't give this coffee maker a 5 star rating is because it is hard to clean. The pot is NOT immersible, not are you supposed to put it under running water. I am very small and have little hands and cannot get my hand inside the pot to clean it. The instructions recommend using a brush. So, I'll need to buy a soft brush to clean the inside of the pot. If the opening were a tiny bit larger, I could at least get my hand and a sponge in there! Still, it's a minor inconvenience for an otherwise excellent, and beautiful machine.

Top price niche, but worth every penny for coffee lovers
I've had Braun and Krups makers before, but my Krups went kaput and I wanted something a little better for preparing a variety of fine Arabica coffees, from Antigua types like Kona to rich Indonesian varieties, to their best. (I was raised in Mexico, where for candy I sucked on coffee cherries, not candies.) The reviews here seemed a bit mixed, but after some research, I bit the bullet and bought the machine.

I have had the Capresso 440 for six months, so I feel I can comment now... and I am very impressed! It prepares excellent coffee, in large or small batches (there is a selector switch), has a permanent goldtone filter (you can buy paper filters -preferably unbleached - if you prefer,) coffee comes out above 165 F / 74C, and it stays warm at least a couple of hours; the coffee-maker is easy to program, set up and clean. It even looks good, though my prime criterion is always the quality of the coffee produced.

One small thing I improved on was the small black dot on the top of the black lid used to open / close the opening to the spout - I used a dot of yellow acrylic paint to make it more visible, and it makes a significant difference. Two things I think could be improved on - the fill indicator float-ball-in-column is on the right side, ecessed, and the design of the machine makes it a bit difficult to see in the darkish corner of my kitchen counter; and of course, a lower price would please everyone. These are relatively minor - the Capresso, made by a company that makes upper end machines for professional baristas, is a high-quality coffee-making machine that's sure to please aficionados of good coffees.

If you can't program your VCR or radio-alarm, demand piping hot coffee that blisters the mouth, or prepare cheaper Robusta coffees like Farmer Bros., forget this machine - save your money and get a Mr. Coffee. If you prefer espresso types, Capresso makes machines that do that, you won't be satsified here. To each, according their own taste...

But if you enjoy fine Arabicas properly prepared, without the unhealthy effects of plunge / press makers, and a machine that is easy to use and seems substantial enough to last, I think you will be very happy with the Capresso.

Simple, reliable and tasty
After reading some of the other reviews, I was concerned about (1) how effective the carafe was at keeping the coffee hot and (2) whether the coffee would leak outside the carafe as it was being brewed.

Four hours after brewing, the coffee was still hot and ready to drink. I closed the pouring spout, and perhaps having it open would cause the coffee to cool more quickly. No complaints here.

I've made several dozen cups and have yet to have a drop drizzle outside the carafe while brewing. I'm not being extra careful when I place the carafe either. If you hang it off the side of the base, I imagine it would spill, but then anything that doesn't have the wide open mouth would.

As for the taste - using freshly ground beans - my wife thinks I've found the "secret" to making great coffee. (I don't drink it myself) And she's very picky about her coffee. The taste was as good whether I was making 5 cups or 10.

Cleanup is a snap and there are little things that make it better - the top to the filter box stays in place, even if you only raise it part way.

It looks VERY sleek on the kitchen counter - an art piece. It is expensive, but my wife is happy and as they say in the commercial - priceless.

Great coffee maker - poor coffee keeper
The comments below are based on 3 months of daily use.

This is a great coffee maker. It's a shame the carafe (the keeper) isn't as capable as the rest of the machine. For the price, I would expect a well-designed carafe that would keep the coffee hot for at least 2 hours. In reality, if you don't drink it within the first hour, serious heat loss will keep you from fully enjoying the great coffee the brewer produces.

The flaw seems simple enough - poor carafe insulation. You can quickly feel heat on the outside of the carafe after making a fresh pot (if you can feel it on the outside, it's gone from the inside). I would also like to see the carafe with a more clearly marked top (pouring position), larger lid tabs to make it easier to open, and an improved pour flow rate (pretty slow). ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

A high-powered vacuum for high traffic areas, this 12 amp Hoover WindTunnel V2 upright delivers efficient design and versatile performance. The machine features a special duct system to prevent dirt from returning to the floor, and its dual air path suction and side groomers deliver optimum edge cleaning. Adjustable for bare floors and three levels of carpet, the floor nozzle has a 15-inch cleaning path and double brush rolls to get at the dirt between carpet fibers. The vacuum is conveniently bagless and collects debris in a generously sized double-sided dirt cup. A screen between the chambers keeps large particles on one side, sending small debris and dust into the second chamber where it's trapped in the HEPA filter. When the dirt cup is full, sliding it out and emptying it is simple, thanks to the sturdy handle and secure lid. The cup's HEPA filter can be tapped clean to extend its life, while the machine's prefilter and exhaust filter can be hand washed for repeated use.

For above-floor and spot cleaning, the vacuum comes with a ready-to-go hose and onboard attachments, including an extension wand, two crevice wands in different lengths, a dusting brush, and an upholstery tool. These are stored in side clips and a tidy front hatch. Beltless for easy maintenance, the vacuum also includes helpful extras, including quick-release cord hooks, a carrying handle, a 31-foot power cord,nonmarring wheels, a furniture guard, and a headlight. The power switch is in the handle, and the three handle positions are controlled with a foot pedal. Hoover backs up this unit with a full one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• Measures 15 by 14-1/2 by 43-1/2 inches
• Delivers powerful, edge-to-edge cleaning on carpet and bare floors
• Bagless dirt collection
• Beltless construction
• Soft, non-marring wheels

Reviews (55)

Great vacuum!
I just received this vacuum today, and have already worn myself out cleaning with it! It was time to upgrade the vacuum--the old one had had it. With a new baby on the way, we knew we had to make the investment. We decided to try Hoover's latest model. I have a Hoover SteamVac and have been happy with Hoover's quality and reputation.

The V2 is fantastic so far. It is a little hard to push on carpet on the lowest setting, but I attribute this to the powerful suction and will deal with it because it's getting my carpet clean! I have a large amount of tile floors, and it works wonderfully on them as well (you just turn off the rollers with the touch of a button). It also glides really well on hard surfaces. The non-marring "soft wheels" are great! No more thick plastic wheels that are noisy as you roll them or to scratch surfaces.

I've tried out the various attachments, and the suction is fantastic! I cleaned the stairs with the upholstery tool, and used the crevice tools with great success. I love the way the tools are conveniently stored, but out of the way when you're not using them.

You can push the foot pedal to make the vacuum lie completely flat to get underneath furniture, etc. Emptying the dust bin and filter is really easy too. The other great thing is that it doesn't fill up really quickly. I've vacuumed almost the entire house without ever reaching anywhere near the capacity of the dust bin, although I emptied it anyway just to have it completely empty.

In short, if you're considering making an investment in a new vacuum, you can't go wrong with this Hoover. It makes cleaning so much easier!

Awesome but LOUD
PROS: Great Cleaning Power
HEPA Filter
No bags or belts to buy
CONS LOUD, LOUD, LOUD
No 1-800 customer service
Roller on-off switch not easily accessible

I bought this vacuum after trying out a friend's Windtunnel that worked very well. I decided to go with the V2 after much research because of the beltless feature. I unpacked the vacuum put it all together (VERY easy, even my husband could do it). I vacuumed my living room with my old vacuum and then with the new one and got up so much dog hair, dust and carpet fiber! I thought this thing is awsome, but a little loud. After vacuuming the whole downstairs of my house I just couldn't take it anymore, the thing was shrieking like a banshee! I tried changing the hieght settings and it didn't help. It must be the gear system because it only does it when the brush rolers are on.

I called customer service this am (another problem - no toll free number and the website's no help) and explained the vacuum was whining loudly - is this normal? She states " Well the gears do whine a little bit." I said " NO, this is very loud." She says "Yes it is a little loud." Needless to say, I returned it this morning.

Also, while the on-off brush feature is nice, it is hard to get to. It is down on the front of the vacuum with the carpet height adjustment, and both swithches are recessed in to a hollow, so you can't use your foot. So you have to bend over every time you go from carpet to hard floor.

If you can live with the loudness and bending over, this vacuum cleans great! But this wasn't the vacuum for me!

Wedding gift makes complete "sweep"
Bought as a wedding gift and the Bride is thrilled with it. I, personally wouldn't want a "bagless" vaccuum - seems like it wouldn't clean as well, but I could be wrong, lol.

Don't waste your money!
My husband and I registered for this vacuum for our wedding and I wish we had read the reviews beforehand because it was terrible from day one! First of all, it's so heavy I refuse to use it for fear of hurting my back and because it's aggravating. Of course that leaves it up to my husband to vacuum. You can imagine how often it gets done!

His complaints: It CONSTANTLY shuts down which means it can take the whole day to vacuum even our little apartment. The main vacuum head doesn't pick up anything, so you wind up on your hands and knees trying to vacuum a big area with a little attachment. It's difficult to empty because the canister is hard to get in and out of its holder. Also, the HEPA filter clogs very easily and the tank must be emptied when it gets about half full or the vacuum power just gets even worse & it'll just shut down. We have only one cat, but it doesn't even take care of his fur. Even after we vacuum if you lean down to look across the carpet you can see a thin layer of cat hair. It's as if you did nothing all day in spite of all the aggravation you went through to try to get the thing to work in the first place!

We will NEVER purchase another HOOVER product! In fact, we're getting a Dyson -this time we read the reviews.

No bargain
In less than a year, the brushes had to be replaced twice because the interior was plastic and quickly stripped out. Now the lever that adjusts the height will not remain in place and to fix it the entire body has to be replaced. Though it cleaned well, the breakage is unforgivable. My grandmother and mother are using their very old, very original models while my "modern" version is headed for the junk heap.

Another once-respected name sold out to plastic. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Omelets, whether firm country-style or tender French, must be cooked quickly and folded in the pan. A classic omelet pan, therefore, is thick-bottomed for rapid, even heating and shallow with steeply sloped sides so omelets can be rolled easily against them. This pan qualifies on all counts, and it's ideal for sautéing and searing, also. Use only plastic, nylon, and wooden utensils on its nonstick cooking surface. The pan is anodized for hardness. For that no-nonsense, commercial-kitchen look, Calphalon's Professional Nonstick II cookware wears a matte finish. Rolled stainless-steel handles are double-riveted for durability and balance, and stay cool on stovetops. Holes in the handles facilitate hanging on a hook or peg. Made of heavy-gauge aluminum, pans cook without hot spots or warping. Lifetime warranty against defects. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Oven safe to 450 degrees; lifetime warranty; made in China
• Made of heavy-gauge aluminum for superior heat conductivity without hot spots or warping
• Two-layer advanced nonstick interior; anodized for hardness
• Thick-bottomed for rapid, even heating; double-riveted, stainless-steel handles
• Use only plastic, nylon, and wooden utensils on nonstick coating

Reviews (28)

A good deal on a quality nonstick pan...
This is a high-end nonstick pan that performs extremely well. It heats up quickly and evenly with its thick aluminum bottom, and has a handle that stays cool, unlike regular Calphalon pans. The nonstick performance has been adequate in the 2 years that I have had the pan, and I am secure in the knowledge that Calphalon offers a Lifetime Warranty and has a good reputation for sticking by it. The only drawback is that you can not put it in the dishwasher, but that is not a big deal because the pan is usually easy to clean. Food only sticks when I impatiently use too high of a heat. Now I stick to the directions, which say you should never go beyond medium-high, and preferably medium.

I use the pan most often for sauteing and carmelizing onions and garlic, and it does an excellent job at both. I also have the nonstick grill pan, which is also a fine pan, for meat. All in all, this makes a fine addition to a standard Calphalon set. The nonstick surface is most valuable when pan-frying, and I prefer the standard hard-anodized surface (which can take metal utensils, unlike the nonstick) for most other cooking tasks.

GREAT PAN . . . INFERIOR NONSTICK COATING
Since my initial review of this product, I've used it extensively. FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE BUY THE CALPHALON 10" COMMERCIAL NONSTICK OMELET PAN!! The aluminum part of the pan is impressive--heats fast and evenly. You can even brown meats and poultry in it on only moderate heat settings. The nonstick coating is, regretfully, inferior. Other reviews have remarked on this pan's "two-layer" nonstick coating and its lack of durability and early failure in use compared to the "three-layer" nonstick Calphalon uses on its Commercial line. The difference in the quality of the two nonsticks is even plainly visible upon sight: the three-layer is much less porous and more dense. Indeed, I am already having problems with foods sticking on this two-layer nonstick coating after only a few months in use. GO WITH THE THREE-LAYER COMMERICAL LINE!! It's only $3 or $4 dollars more than this one, and worth every cent! On the plus side, this item arrived two days in advance of the Amazon estimated delivery date. On the down side, it was not what I expected. It's packaged in a plain, brown cardboard box with no Calphalon brand identifying marks on it. There was no warranty or other literature packed with it. And, it was made in China--rather than Ohio as I thought it would be. Fortunately, I have other Calphalon products so I know the temperature, utensil and cleaning limitations. To the uninitiated--given the lack of warranty or use and care info--they might stick it in a dishwasher or use abrasive cleaners or non-synthetic utensils and void the supposed lifetime warranty ("supposed" as the Amazon description says this, though nothing packed with the product does). It seems a good quality product for the $14.99 Amazon price. However, I really wish Amazon would be more conscientious about showing a product's country of origin or manufacture. That way, purchasers can decide beforehand whether they wish to buy items "outsourced" by U.S. companies to be made in foreign countries where labor is cheaper. Or, if they want to keep their money in the USA by only purchasing products from U.S. manufacturers who actually make their items here.

I like it!
I like this pan very much. It is my first piece of Calphalon and I was impressed with it immediately. I used it in the oven to cook a pineapple upside down cake and the cake slid out beautifully. I was able to make an omelet with only one egg and it browned nicely. The handle did not get hot on the stovetop and the pan did not scratch or leave marks on my flat-top range. (If you have carpal tunnel, it would be a bit too heavy for your comfort).

Very, very good, but not excellent
This is a very, very good non-stick pan. It does its job every day. It is heavy enough to spread the heat eavenly.
I put it in the dishwasher every day (I am not sure why it is not recommended to put it in the dishwasher, so far I had no problem with it).

It is still not excellent, because as most other non-stick pan, it progressively gets back due to the little particles of food that stick to it. I see that in a couple of years I'll have to buy a new one. Oh well. aren't they all like that?

This Is Authentic!
I have contacted Calphalon and told them about this item and they have written me back that this is indeed their product. I love mine and it really didn't matter....but I wanted to put this issue to rest. GREAT pan at a GREAT price! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The bestseller among All-Clad's renowned cookware collections, the Stainless line provides serious and professional cooks all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction. Sandwiched between layers of stainless steel is a thick core of pure aluminum that spreads heat evenly across the bottoms of pots and pans and all the way up the sides. The interior is highly polished 18/10 stainless steel, so it's stick-resistant as well as stain- and corrosion-resistant. The exterior is gleaming, magnetic stainless steel that works on induction as well as conventional stovetops, and, with care, remains beautiful during this cookware's lifetime warranty against defects--and beyond.

This nine-piece set of Stainless cookware consists of a 10-inch fry pan, a 2-quart covered saucepan with lid, a 3-quart covered sauté pan, a 3-quart covered casserole pan, and a 6-quart covered stockpot. Polished 18/10 stainless-steel pan and lid handles are riveted for strength and grooved on the top for comfort. The pans' long handles (holed for hanging on hooks or pegs) stay cool on the stovetop but won't be harmed by an oven's highest heat. Although Stainless cookware is dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. --Fred Brack

What's in the Box
10-inch fry pan, 2-quart covered saucepan with lid, 3-quart covered sauté pan, 3-quart covered casserole pan, 6-quart covered stockpot

From the Manufacturer
All-Clad Stainless Construction
Each piece of All-Clad cookware features a unique metal bonding construction. All-Clad Stainless cookware sandwiches a thick core of three separate layers of aluminum between an easy-to-clean, highly polished 18/10 stainless-steel cooking surface and a magnetic stainless-steel exterior. The aluminum core retains heat and evenly distributes it along the bottom and up the sidewalls of the cookware. The stainless interior is stick-resistant and cleans easily. The magnetic stainless-steel exterior gives the cookware a gleaming finish. All-Clad Stainless also features the company’s signature "stay-cool" long handles, lids fashioned from gleaming 18/10 stainless steel, and highly durable stainless-steel rivets. All-Clad Stainless cookware is one of five collections from All-Clad Metalcrafters. Designed to work on conventional gas and electric ranges, as well as induction cooktops, All-Clad Stainless cookware is the best-selling collection in a full line that includes All-Clad LTD, Cop-R-Chef, Master Chef 2, and Copper Core.

Features and Benefits
All-Clad pans with a stainless interior cooking surface are oven-safe up to 500 degrees. All-Clad pans with a non-stick cooking surface are oven-safe up to 400 degrees, but should not be used under the broiler. We recommend using a low to medium temperature when cooking with All-Clad. Higher heats are not necessary and may cause discoloration (see cleaning instructions below). Other features include:

• Beautifully polished, magnetic stainless exterior layer.
• Pure aluminum core that not only covers the bottom of the pan but also extends up the sides. This allows for great heat conductivity as well as an even heat distribution so you won’t have "hot spots" when cooking.
• Stainless-steel interior layer/cooking surface.
• Long, polished stainless, stay-cool handles.
• Sturdy, non-corrosive stainless-steel rivets won't react with foods.
• Polished stainless-steel lids fit evenly with the pan’s edges to seal in flavor of your foods.
• The All-Clad Stainless collection is compatible with an induction stovetop (with the exception of a few pieces) in addition to gas and electric stovetops.
• The Stainless collection is dishwasher-safe, excluding pieces with a nonstick cooking surface.

Warranty
From date of purchase, All-Clad guarantees to repair or replace any item found defective in material, construction or workmanship under normal use and following care instructions. This excludes damage from misuse or abuse. Minor imperfections and slight color variations are normal.

Cleaning Instructions
For daily cleaning, warm soapy water is sufficient. Clean your All-Clad thoroughly after each use. Food films left of the pan may cause discoloration and sticking. To get rid of stuck-on food or discoloration and stains from using too high of a heat, we recommend cleaning your All-Clad with a product called Bar Keeper’s Friend. To use the Bar Keeper’s Friend, simply use a soft cloth or sponge and water and make into a soupy paste. This can be used on the interior, as well as the exterior of your All-Clad (excluding the Cop-R-Chef). The Bar Keeper’s Friend can also be used on the exterior of the All-Clad Stainless collection, LTD collection, and MC2 collection. For cleaning of the Cop-R-Chef exterior, simply use a brass/copper cleaner. If your water has a high iron content, you may notice a rusty discoloration. Use Bar Keeper’s Friend to remove it.

All-Clad Stainless Selection
In recent years, a professional-size 14-inch fry pan was added to the Stainless fry pan assortment, as well as several popular specialty pans, including: the small-size petite brasier with a dome-shaped lid; petite roti roasting pan; and the beautiful, large-capacity Dutch oven and French oven oval roasting pan with roasting rack. Both of these one-pot comfort food specialty pans comes with All-Clad’s popular high dome-shaped lid. Other specialty pans include a larger brasier pan with domed-shape lid; a complete family of round-shaped saucier saucepans for versatile stove-top cooking; a flare-sided Windsor pan in two sizes, designed for reduction and the creation of rich sauces; and a contemporary "Soup for Two" 3-1/2-quart soup pot; casseroles; an open stir fry; a versatile wok-style chef’s pan; and a "Pasta Pentola" 7-quart stockpot with colander insert and lid. All saucepans, casseroles, sauté pans, stock pots, and specialty items come with lids. Double boiler and steamer inserts, including the large steamer insert for 6-quart, 8-quart and 12-quart stockpots, are available as well. Stainless cookware sets are available in various sizes, from a starter 5-piece to a complete 10-piece set.

About All-Clad Metalcrafters
Based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, All-Clad Metalcrafters markets premium quality cookware to department and specialty stores in the United States, along with premium All-Clad bonded bakeware, All-Clad All-Professional kitchen tools, and a growing assortment of kitchen accessories, including All-Clad’s upscale tea kettle, measuring scoop set, stainless-steel mixing bowls, kitchen colanders, and 1-cup measuring cup. Featuring a unique metal bonding process, All-Clad cookware is used in many of the finest restaurants in America, and is sought by serious home cooks seeking all-professional cookware to enhance their cooking experience. ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Set includes 2-quart covered saucepan, 3-quart covered saute pan, 10-inch fry pan, 3-quart covered casserole pan, 6-quart covered stockpot
• Three-ply: stainless-steel layers sandwich pure aluminum core for even heating
• Comfortable lid and stay-cool pan handles riveted for strength
• Dishwasher safe, but hand washing recommended

Reviews (36)

Two things make a kitchen...good knives and good pots/pans
For a good even heat, excellent quality of workmanship, and a dependable name, I can't think of anything better than All-Clad. For years, I used cheap cookware store non-stick skillets and hand-me-down pots and pans my mother used when she first got married. What a difference it makes.

Most cookware is way too thin, which leaves you with hotspots. For years, I would make up for this by using a cast iron "defuser" to even out the heat and keep the direct flame off the bottom of the pan. I don't have to do this any more. With the triple-layering, you get even heating, regardless of whether it's the middle of the pan or the outer edge.

Personally, I like the stainless. MC2 wasn't around when I bought mine, and I might have chosen that because of the low-maintanace exterior, but I'm not regretting it either. I don't have to be worrying about scratching through the coating with it and it cleans up easy enough with a little water and even less elbow grease.

Cooking will always be a chore, even if you enjoy the act in itself, if you never invest in good cookware and good knives. This is the first step on at least one of those. You might also wish to add a double-boiler, the steamer insert and a 1 qt. saucier; and maybe a larger stock pot (12 qt. if you can afford it), but this really lets you hit the ground running.

Beautiful cookware
I bought this set back in January and must admit, it's gotten a lot of compliments from friends and neighbors. As with anything stainless steel, which is apparently all the rage these days, the look and feel (heavy!) of this cookware is impressive.

The most impressive thing I've noticed so far is the even temperature control throughout all of the pieces I purchased and have used so far. Even when boiling water, you can see at the bottom of the pot that the heat is being distributed evenly, which is a major downfall of most other cookware.

The first downside is that they are, in my experience, a PAIN to clean. Following the manufacturers recommendation to NOT put them in the dishwasher, I have washed them by hand after every use. I highly recommend washing them IMMEDIATELY after use to avoid having to spend a lot of time getting them clean.

The other downside is that I think these pots and pans will work much better on gas cooktops than on radiant cooktops. Fortunately, I'll have gas cooktops again in a few months, but really feel that buyers with radiant cooktops should test out a piece or two before commiting to the whole set.

Other than those two minor downsides, this is a "keep-for-life" set of pots and pans, and well worth the investment. Check out the rest of the All Clad stainless series for other great pieces (highly recommend the omelette pan to complete this set in particular).

Cookware that Adds a High to Cooking Experience
I just got my 9-piece stainless set of All Clad Cookware, and I LOVE IT!!!

It's kind of like the difference between cooking in a shack and cooking in a castle. (I have a regular house) but I am so excited when I cook with this cookware - it was definitely not expected even from seeing the pictures of it and reading the other reviews.

I am 50 years old, and no other cookware has ever made me chuckle and go yee-hahhh! when I used it. The food tastes great in it (much better than same food cooked in Revere Ware or Tefal) and it is SO easy to clean. I did not buy the non-stick kind - but it cleans up just as easily as non-stick cookware. The food tastes like you get in a fine restaurant - clean, crisp - it has integrity and character. Does not taste like it's been beaten up or left in the pan too long.

This cookware retains heat so well, that when you rinse it under warm or hot water after cooking with it, (even though it starts out cold) - it stays warm afterwards for a long time - in the dish drainer while it's drying!

I have been getting food magazines for years. I usually read the recipes and look at the pictures. Now I actually look forward to trying the recipes in real life. If you have ever loved cooking in the past or love it now - you'll love these pans, and they'll love you too - (Now what other pans could you say that about!?)

foolcontrol
I recommend All-Clad. I work at a cooking school and everything we use is either All-Clad or Le Creuset. I have cooked with Jeremiah Tower, James Peterson, Johnny Carabba, Damian Mandola, Guiliano Bugialli, Ann Willan, Stephan Pyles, Susanna Trilling, David Rosengarten, Crescent Dragonwagon, Peter Reinhart, Robert McGrath, Bill and Cheryl Jamison, Aaron Sanchez, Rosemary Barron, Stan Frankenthaler, Michael DeGrigrio, Natalie Dupree, Gordon Hammersley, John Demers, Kathleen Dalaemens, Mark Bittman, Rosemary Barron, Mary Cech, Diane Morgan, Jennifer Bushman, Molly Stevens and a whole lot of other chefs. All comments about All-Clad have always been positive.

When it came time to upgrade from the Calphalon Commercial Nonstick set that I have at home, I considered All-Clad, Mauviel Professional and Demeyere Sirocco. I chose All-Clad because it is a good and inexpensive compared to other cookware in its class. I have this set along with a 12" Nonstick frypan. I also have 9 pieces of Le Creuset. All-Clad skillets and saucepans are awesome. If you are making an omlette, use an All-Clad nonstick frypan. All-Clad does heat up very fast; however, it cooks very evenly. Buy All-Clad and you will never have to upgrade. Almost every chef on TV uses All-Clad and Le Creuset.

BTW: Zojirushi makes the best bread machines and rice cookers. Kitchen Aid and Cuisinart make the best of the other appliances. Wüsthof, Henckels, Global, Boker and Kyocera make really good knives. Use Ateco for piping bags and tips. Use Wilton for baking pans. I would also recommend two Silpats or Exopats and two half sheet pans if you like to make cookies.

For those who enjoy cooking
What is with the people who bemoan the fact that this cookware is not non-stick coated? I enjoy driving; I drive stick. I enjoy cooking; I don't use non-stick much. If you want to cook merely to get some mildly palatable food onto a plate and into the family, and want to expend as little effort as possible cleaning up afterward, then you should best look elsewhere. All-Clad stainless is not designed for the harried individual seeking the quick and easy cooking solution. If you take pleasure in crafting fine food with fine cookware that provides control and consistency, then look no further. Yes, the cost is a bit more effort afterward. The good things in life don't come cheaply or easily. A word of advice though: use Bar Keeper's Friend or Bon Ami to clean up. It makes cleaning so very much easier. The difference versus regular soap is night and day. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

This is no ordinary toaster. Besides the fact that it may have more controls than an average oven, it features custom settings for two slices--if you're not toasting a full capacity of four--a bagel setting, a defrost setting, and a reheat setting. It even allows you to regulate the degree of toast darkness, and its memory chip will always toast at that desired darkness until it's manually changed. There's also a slide-out tray on the bottom of the toaster for removing old crumbs, and a damp cloth is all that's necessary to clean the exterior. Bread and bagels never had it so good. --Teresa Simanton

Editor's note: This is a reconditioned small appliance. Reconditioned generally means that the appliance has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the appliance back to like-new condition. Some appliances may contain cosmetic blemishes. This unit has a 90-day warranty. ... Read more

Features

• 90-day warranty
• Reconditioned by the manufacturer to "like new" condition
• Versatile toaster for breads and bagels
• Two 1-1/2-inch-wide slots fit four slices
• Multiple settings include "Bagels," "Defrost," and "Reheat"

Reviews (17)

Terrific!
This toaster is fabulous! I use it every single day and have not had any problems whatsoever with it. The price was great too! Bagels, toaster pastries, frozen waffles all come out perfectly and the kids have no problems using this. If you need a four slice toaster, this is it!

vickyrn
Perfectly toasted every time. The perfect bagle toaster. Easy clean crumb tray, and cool to the touch for little fingers.
My mom and sister liked it so much that after toasting at my house the each bought one of their own. Perfer bagels over white bread.The wide slots accomadate any bread length and width. Great for homemade bread too. Highly recommend it for your own use. Now if just could slice and load the bagel by itself it would be fantastic beyond words.

this is not your momma's toaster....
I got this when it was $10.99 and did not expect all of the features that it has. It comes in a Cuisinart box and if it did not say "refurbished" on the box, you would never know that it was not brand new. Great for differant size breads and frozen breakfast items such as waffles and pancakes.

Perfect Everytime!
I was a bit skeptical when I purchased this re-conditioned model, but was pleasantly surprised when I received it in its original box with the packing. After reviewing the manual, it was easy to use and the bread toasted beautifully. I thought if the bread toasted evenly, what about bagels or even muffins?...boy, did it live up to its claim--perfect everytime!

i want more
This is absolutely the best toaster I have ever seen. It is the price range to be a good gift. As soon as you get more, I want some. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

A great timesaver, Corby's trouser presser allows anyone onthe go to take the wrinkles out of pants and more. It has a largepressing area and is very versatile, with preset 15-, 30-, and45-minute pressing cycles, auto shutoff, and manual cancel operation.Sturdy, dependable, and made for home use, the presser functions whilestanding upright in any room, but you can also conveniently wall mountit and it'll still work perfectly. It includes an accessories tray anda retractable tie bar, and comes with a five-year warranty. --A.J.Rathbun ... Read more

Features

• One-year warranty
• 15, 30, and 45 minute pressing cycles
• Auto cut-off and manual cancel operation
• Free-standing or wall-mount options
• Retractable tie bar

Reviews (13)

works but not what I expected
I also was disapointed with the product but maybe I expected too much. It does seem to perform an adequate job of getting out those wrinkles around the knees by pressing a pair of pants from the bottom of the pockets down to the cuff. I am 6-4 so it appears that the machine might cover more area on a shorter pair of pant. But if you're expecting to never iron your slacks again forget it. It does not touch the pockets or butt area. But then looking at the machine I now realize it was never meant to do that anyway. I was hoping to discove a secret device to make my life easier and me look better. Instead I have a curiosity that I'm not so sure I want to show my friends.

Corby performs Perfect!
This product does everything it says it does. A few wrote in about not ironing in the waist areas..it's not designed to. It's also not supposed to get real hot, hence- it's a low-heat iron, using pressure, not the temperature of the sun, to take out the wrinkles. Also by doing so, I've noticed that many of my newer slacks are not being as worn thin as quickly. Perhaps I just iron too hard.
I use my press everyday. About 30 minutes before I go to bed, I put in a pair of slacks, let the press perform its magic and presto, my pants are ready to go for the morning.
Does this totally replace ones iron? Of course not.
If you're looking to never have to iron again, get a maid.
If your looking for a less expensive way of getting your trousers looking fresh for work, rather than spending mucho dinero at the dry cleaners, buy a Corby.
The Corby performs better than I expected. It's great!

Excellent device that saves money
I have used mine for over a year and have saved way over the cost of the machine. Since I wear dress slacks every day the presser keeps me from having to take slacks back after one use. I get two wears out of my slacks now as long as I hang them up. The machine isn't a mircale worker but does exactly what I need and what it promised.

I'm not sure I see the point
I bought this, thinking I could replace my current suit hangar for overnight. It did, indeed, replace my other suit hanger, but it heats up (barely) and while it does seems to get rid of some wrinkles, its nearly impossible to hang the pants correctly to not add other wrinkles.

I could not do without it
I have had one for years and would not be without it. I get the best results by putting my trousers in when I retire for the night and take them out in the morning. That way the crease is super an I either wear them the next morning or put them in the wardrobe for another day. They have been made in England since 1930's and my father had one before me. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The blades in this set of slim, lightweight knives are stampedin stainless steel, and their edges are microserrated and thereforetouted as never needing sharpening. The handles are formed of toughpolypropylene and are seamless, allowing for better hygiene. The setincludes six kitchen knives, six 5-inch steak knives, and arubber-footed wood block that has slots for them all. The kitchen knivesinclude an 8-inch chef's knife with a curved blade for rocking througha chopping task; a 5-inch tomato knife with a narrow, curved blade; an8-inch bread knife; a 6-inch utility knife; a 6-inch boning knife formeats, poultry, and fish; and a 2-1/2-inch paring knife for peeling andcleaning vegetables and fruits. As a bonus, a pronged-tip knifedesigned to slice cheese and spear the slices is included. While theknives are dishwasher-safe, they should be hand washed to preservetheir edges. Unlike Henckels's premier knives, which are made inGermany, these knives are made in China; however, they do carry thecompany's lifetime warranty against defects. --Fred Brack

What's in the Box
8-inch chef's, 5-inch tomato, 8-inch bread, 6-inch utility, 6-inch boning, 2-1/2-inch paring, six 5-inch steak knives, hardwood block ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Includes 8-inch chef's, 5-inch tomato, 8-inch bread, 6-inch utility, 6-inch boning, 2-1/2-inch paring, and six 5-inch steak knives in hardwood block
• Bonus cheese knife ideal for slicing cheese and spearing slices
• Stamped, mirror-polished, stainless-steel, micro-serrated blades
• Durable, hygienic, polypropylene handles

Reviews (27)

Great set for a new kitchen
Several years ago, I purchased this set as a housewarming gift for a friend, who raved about them so much that I ended up buying a set for myself. As an impoverished college student at the time, my selection really came down to the price being right. Fortunately, the knives were right, too. I still use these knives every day, 4.5 years later, often mistreating them, with no ill effects. Now that I'm ready to move on to one of the premiere lines, I will hand these down to a younger sibling, as they still have numerous years of use left in them.

For the money... you can't go wrong!!
We purchased these knives...and think they've been worth every penny. They're sharp, comfortable to grip, aesthetically appealing, and come in a nice assortment. Certain knives like the Chef's knife and the table/steak knives have become the proverbial 'work horse' of the set while the tomato knife hasn't really seen the light of day since it left the box. The polypropylene handles are capable of withstanding high temperatures and, because of their nature, do not harbor bacteria like some sets that contain rivets or those with wooden handles.

While this is a great set, it is not a high-end set, so you may want to look elsewhere if that's what you're after. None of the knives have a full-tang (where the steel goes all the way through the handle) or rivets. The handles are plastic. Also, the steel is from Japan (if I'm not mistaken) instead of Germany and boy, do the Germans know how to make steel!

So, dear friends, if you're looking for a set that you can pass on to your children and your children's children then you should indeed move up the Henckels line or look into Cutco (my favorites) or another high-end set. If you're looking to buy a good, inexpensive set that looks great and is every bit as functional, then look no more!

Also, consider looking into a pair of kitchen shears... they're indespensible!

Great knife for it priced
This is a very great set knife for its value! I heard Henckels made great knife but very priced. I am not a professonal who needed a expensive knife so this set will do it. It helped me so much when I cook, also I love how it comes with the knife holder. Only thing I don't like about this set it's maybe water stain gets on the knife and my roommate keep on using my knife!!

Henckels should be Ashamed
This product does not live up to Henckels reputation. The quality is inferior and completely not what I expected. The knives are unbalanced and flimsy. The handles are too small to provide adequate support for the blade.

So sharp my husband cut off half his finger the first time!
Really sharp. I mean, really sharp! If you're used to dull knives, be prepared. These are sharp. They'll slice through anything- frozen food, fresh tomatoes, my poor cutting board, and that bouquet of flowers that you need to trim the stems on. They work great. This company is great, and these knives are amazing, even besides the price. Love 'em. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Combining Philippe Richard's eight-piece cookware set with its two accompanying bonus gifts results in a collection comprehensive enough to start any household kitchen. Constructed of aluminum and covered with a nonstick exterior and interior coating, the 1- and 2-quart saucepans, 5-quart Dutch oven, and 8- and 10-inch omelet pans conduct heat well and release food easily. Lids made of tempered glass resist shattering, provide easy food monitoring, and come with a convenient top loop. Each pan features a sturdy triple-riveted handle coated with heat-resistant nylon for a comfortable hold. As with all nonstick surfaces, it is best to avoid the use of metal utensils and abrasive cleaners. Hand washing is preferred.

On top of this complete cookware set, two additional bonus gifts have been added. The first is a bright red, 6-quart pasta cooker with lid. The second is a 20-piece cutlery and nylon tool set. Complete with a 12-slot wooden block, the cutlery collection includes: 8-inch chef's knife, 7-3/4 inch slicing knife, 8-inch bread knife, 6-inch boning knife, 5-1/4-inch tomato knife, 3-inch paring knife, and 6 steak knives. Joining the knives, the six-piece nylon utensil set consists of: ladle, pasta server, serving spoon, slotted spoon, spatula, and perforated skimmer--all conveniently stored in a black ceramic holder. Knife blades are made of stainless steel while their handles feature contoured nylon construction. Hand washing cutlery is preferred but nylon tools are dishwasher-safe. All in one box, this vast ensemble will provide any kitchen with a solid start. -- Amy Arnold

What's in the Box
Cookware set includes: 1- and 2-quart saucepans with lids; 5-quart Dutch oven with lid; 8- and 10-inch omelet pans.
Bonus 1 includes: 6-quart pasta cooker with lid.
Bonus 2 includes: 8-inch chef's knife; 7-3/4 inch slicing knife; 8-inch bread knife; 6-inch boning knife; 5-1/4-inch tomato knife; 3-inch paring knife; 6 steak knives; wooden cutlery block with 12 slots; ladle; pasta server; serving spoon; slotted spoon; slotted spatula; perforated skimmer; black ceramic holder. ... Read more

Features

• Bonuses include: 6-quart pasta cooker and 20-piece cutlery and nylon tool set
• 8-piece set includes: 1-quart saucepan with lid; 2-quart saucepan with lid; 5-quart Dutch oven with lid; 8-inch omelet pan; 10-inch omelet pan
• Aluminum construction with nonstick coating; triple-riveted, stay-cool handles
• Tempered glass lids won’t shatter and provide easy food monitoring
• Avoid metal utensils; hand wash without the use of abrasive detergents

Reviews (4)

Not a Bad deal
Hi,

Not a bad deal, but, the handle are not of good quality. The handles are developing cracks within a weeks use. And cutlery set are also poor quality. Maybe it is worth the price, but overall not a deal

Stop! It's awful!
I don't know how this item was $140 to begin with; I wouldn't pay 20 for it. The quality of the pots is clearly very low. If I had seen this in a store, I would not have looked at it twice. I am a graduate student myself, and am always looking for deals, but it's not a deal if the stuff is crap. Don't be fooled by the bonus: the pasta cooker is made of really thin metal, and looks like it could burn out. The 20-piece cutlery set is terrible - the knives don't look like it'll cut anything. Now I'm wondering how i am going to return it.

Excellent Cookware Set !!
I have to admit that we were a little bit suspicious when we saw the listed price and we were already thinking about having to return the items :-)). We were sooo wrong! This cookware set looks great and does a great job also! Some objections regarding the plastic handles on the glass covers, they work funny sometimes but that's almost everything bad that I can say. I will definitly recommend this item!

A good cookware set w/bonus
What a great deal; the eggs just slid right off the omelet pan!
Handles are heat resistant & sturdy and the glass lids have a sliding heat release loop too.We've had the set a few weeks and used all the pans with no complaints.The bonus pasta cooker/nylon utensil set has really been getting alot of use.We'll probably give the cutlery collection as a gift.There's also a $10 rebate which really makes this a sweet deal. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

With the Platinum Force carpet extractor from Dirt Devil,you don't have to settle for cleaning just the surface of your carpet.Dirt Devil's design ensures that cleaning solution gets deep into thenap of the carpet and then back out just as thoroughly. The power ofthe machine lies in its two motorized brush heads--which rotate inopposite directions to clean carpet fibers on all sides--and itspowerful dual suction nozzles that get floors clean and dry quickly.The one-gallon capacity of the clean-water tank, combined with theseparate shampoo tank, means you don't have to refill often or guess atcorrect solution mixing. Plus, you can switch off the shampoo, for aplain water rinse, if you choose. The ample dirty-water tank isconveniently see-through and easy to carry and empty. Fingertipcontrols allow easy monitoring of power, solution release, and brushroll rotation. Dirt Devil's wishbone construction makes the machineeasy to maneuver, while the 25-foot power cord and removable tool caddygive you versatility and range. Converting to hose-cleaning is easy,thanks to a solution trigger on the hose handle and an upholsteryattachment. Quick-release cord hooks and a foot-pedal handle releaseadd to overall convenience. Though the Platinum Force is no runt--itsfootprint measures 12-by-19-inches-it's well worth its storage space.--Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• Fingertip controls for power switch, brushroll, and solution
• Dual motorized brushrolls and dual suction nozzles
• Turn off brushroll for straight vacuuming suction
• 8 foot hose for stair, upholstery, and spot cleaning
• Two-year warranty

Reviews (75)

Excellent Product
I purchased this item in August of 2002 to maintain the look of our plush carpeting. After the first use alone, I was amazed at the difference in the carpet. Even more amazing is how dirty the water was after use.

I feel the result is comparable to that of a professional carpet cleaning, but obviously takes longer than the pros. However, at least when you are done, you have something to show for your money (It will pay for itself in two carpet cleanings compared to a professional).

This definitely beats renting machines such as a "Rug Doctor." The tank sizes, cleaning solution tank, and dirty water tank are all comparable. However, the Dirt Devil has a rinse option and the changing of the water and cleaning solution is more user friendly. When I was done cleaning, it took less than five minutes to clean up. A rental machine is a hassle anyway with the paperwork, hauling to and from, and the limited time use. Using this comparison, the Dirt Devil is the best choice hands down.

Like any product, it isn't perfect....it is somewhat heavy and takes some strength (on plush carpets - it may be easier on different carpeting). After awhile, holding down the button for a long period of time can start to make your finger ache. It can get cumbersome changing the water if you plan on doing the entire carpet, but you would have this anyway if you were renting one. These are only minor issues and the benefit of the machine makes it well worth it.

I purchased mine right here at Amazon.com. Amazon is my recommendation and it only took a week to get. This isn't one of those items that you need to have the next day. It was packaged well and looked great out of the box.

Bottom line - it cleans the carpets great, the price is right, and you can't go wrong with the Dirt Devil name. I give it the highest recommendation.

An Efficient, Well Designed Machine!
I am so glad that Amazon has customer reviews! The reviews on this machine really helped me make my decision to buy it:

My family has bought at least 2 carpet cleaners in the past 5 years and neither of them was able to clean the carpet let alone suction the dirty water efficiently. Because we had not found the right machine, we resorted to renting those big clunky ones from the supermarket- but not anymore!

I have never bought a large Dirt Devil product before this, only the small hand held type. But I am very, very pleased with this machine. It is very efficient and well designed! The power cord is long. One big plus was that the handle can drop 90 degrees(if you are too lazy to move the table, you can lower the handle as low as the floor). Even my vacuum cleaner can't do that! (I have a Eureka Whirlwind Vacuum, which is a really excellent vacuum cleaner and a must if you own animals. We have more than 5 cats in the house). But not even the vacuum can get everything, which is why you should buy this carpet cleaner.

One small draw back was the way the tools attach. Somehow the tool attachment does not lock very well (the prong is not long enough?) and sometimes falls off if you step too far away from the machine. However, the tools do work very well otherwise. The suction is strong and the hose is pretty long. I used it on my computer chair and it worked great! I love the tools!

This machine totally met my requirements. I had been researching the Hoover, but those machines cost twice as much! I highly recommend the Dirt Devil Platinum Force! I bought it here at Amazon and got free shipping. It came in the original Dirt Devil box and was packed well.

Five Starts - For the Price!
Great product, excellent price. Not much else in this price range to rival the quality, features and performance of this Dirt Devil carpet cleaner.

Okay the name is kind of cheesy. My wife laughed out loud after the UPS guy dropped off the box. But after I cleaned our living room carpet last night it is I who have the last laugh, Ahahahahah!!!

Seriously, I believe one of the most under appreciated feature of this carpet cleaner is the separate soap tank and the ability to switch off the soap at the flick of a switch. So on one pass I am shampooing, and the next rinsing. No need to measure and mix the soap, just fill and use.

I was really looking to get a carpet steamer, but something that another reviewer mentioned made perfect sense: just fill the water tank with hot water, it'll be at least as hot as the water from the steamers.

The brush is soft, but definitely works. A few passes over tough stains and everything comes right out. About the only real complaint I have is that the suction doesn't seem to be all that great. I used 2 tanks of water but only extrated about 1/2 tank of it back, so that's a 25% retrieval ratio. I was hoping for closer to 50%. But the carpet is clean and I am really happy with the results. After one night of drying the carpet is only very slightly damp. It is a heavy piece of equipment and dragging it across carpet is definitely a chore.

Platimum Force Carpet Cleaner
What a great machine. It was simple to operate and putting together was a breeze. However I had a hard time finding the bolts and nuts,( they are on the inside of the handle). Simple to use and got alot of dirt out of my carpet I was amazed. I ordered it from amazon got free shipping which was great. I placed my order on the 31st of May and they told me it would take til the 7th for it to come. It was sitting at my door on the 3rd. The directions were simple and it was easier to move around then a rental machine. I did an 18x24' area of carpet in less then an hour. I like the fact that it has separate switches for the shampoo and separate containers for each so you don't have to mix the shampoo. There are only two things that I may have issues with. I can't locate the shampoo that is recommended to use, except on the internet, ace hardware says they carry this product but went to three and they didn't have it. However it appears that I can have it shipped free to the ace close to my house. The other thing is the attachment hose for stairs and furniture, it is in the way, but can be removed completely. It will be stored. I was suprised how quiet the machine was. My vac is louder then this system. It really did a good job cleaning my carpet and picked up most of the water out of the carpet. Great job Royal on this product. I will recommend it.

poor quality
We have had this unit for about one year. We have found the seal around the base of the water reservoir leaks/falls out. the tool/floor lever selector has worn out/broken. We need to wedge a spoon under the lever to keep the Vac from flipping to the tools position when trying to use as an upright. It is impossible to clean inside the components. Would not recommend. ... Read more

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Stretching 10 inches in diameter and shaped like a deep bowl, Calphalon's commercial nonstick stir fry pan functions similarly to a wok, but rests evenly on the burner without aid. Perfect for preparing a medley of chopped vegetables and cut meats, this versatile pan transitions comfortably from atop the stove to the oven for warming or re-heating. The excellent heat conductivity of heavy-gauge aluminum results in a rapidly heating pan while its nonstick interior surface requires less oil thus enabling low fat cooking. As with all nonstick surfaces, nylon, wood, or plastic utensils are favored over their metal counterparts. Secured by three rivets, the cast, stainless-steel handle stays cool with regular stove-top use and stretches 7 inches from the body to provide a firm grip for even transport. Washing in warm, sudsy water with a nylon scrub brush brings best results; dishwasher cleaning is not recommended. This item is oven-safe up to 450 degrees F and comes with Calphalon's lifetime warranty. -- Amy Arnold ... Read more

Features

• Hand wash; oven-safe up to 450 degrees F; lifetime warranty
• 10-inch stir fry pan; ideal for cooking chopped vegetables and cut meats
• Heavy-gauge aluminum construction for excellent heat conductivity
• Nonstick coating enables low fat cooking and simplifies cleanup
• Stainless-steel handle stays cool with stovetop use; secured with three rivets

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When you first hear of the philosophy behind Austrian glassmaker Riedel and its Vinum line of machine-made full-crystal stemware, you can be forgiven for raising your eyebrows higher than prices of white Burgundy. The tongue is divided into four zones, each recognizing either sweetness, bitterness, saltiness, or acidity and that by matching the size and shape of the glass to specific wines, their sensory attributes can be enhanced? Fortunately, with the Riedel Vinum series Chardonnay glass, the company has put its Montrachet where its mouth is and come up with a design to please not only Chardophiles, but also fans of Chenin, Viognier, the Pinot brothers--Gris and Blanc--even noble rotters from Sauternes. A Pacific Northwest Chard tasted in both the Riedel and what was previously thought to be "the good crystal" revealed a balanced acidic brightness in the former and a sort of boozy flabbiness in the latter. With its medium-height bowl and tapered opening, the Vinum Chardonnay glass almost forces you to purse your lips, directing the wine to the mid-tongue's acid receptors and thereby balancing the wine's fruit and oak. --Tony Mason ... Read more

Features

• Height, Capacity: 7 3/4"H, 12 3/8 oz.
• Designed specially for wines made from Chardonnay and other select white grapes
• Machine-made of 24% lead crystal
• Affordable second-tier from a prestigious name in wine-friendly stemware
• Made in Austria by reowned wine-glass maker

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A must-have for white wine lovers
This was one of the first Riedel glasses I bought. I've done many, many tests on how wine tastes differently in various glass options and in different situations. Riedel is one of the tests that is easy for even beginning drinkers to see the difference in. The flavor is *amazingly* different when you compare the exact same wine in a Riedel glass vs normal wine glasses.

Even if you buy inexpensive wines, you will get much more enjoyment out of them with this glassware compared to other options. If you are buying mid-range wines, the difference will blow you away. Think of the Riedel glass as allowing you to see what the wine in your bottle *really* was meant to taste like.

This is a great first glass for white wine drinkers to buy, because it is fantastic for Chardonnays of all price ranges. In addition, you can use the Chardonnay glass for a number of other white wine types, and find it greatly enhances the flavor for them all. If you're a white wine fan, definitely give these a try!

Does Taste and Smell Different
It is clear to me that these glasses do make a real difference. They make a difference in smell, taste and touch. Seeing that much of wine tasting IS the smell (not just when smelling, but also when drinking), it is no surprise that a different smell leads to a different "taste".

As for taste, when drinking, this type of glass does flow the wine more directly on the tongue, which also leads to a different initial taste (which is one reason to move the wine around). However, the initial taste is more pronounced on the drinking experience.

The fine lip is nice -- not too thin so that you worry about chipping it and swallowing glass pieces, like some of our fine crystal, and not so wide that you think you are biting on a block of wood. The texture is nice, too.

However, I find it harder to swish the wine in these glasses. They seem a bit top-heavy when swishing (but are finely balanced for drinking). It has an advantage of rising on the glass walls and leaving tears for analysis, but I would rather have a more balanced swish so that I can smell it better.

We use a mix of glass types and, depending on the approach (e.g., simple enjoyment or more analytical), will choose the glass accordingly. Still, there is no argument that these glasses make a real difference.

Perfect choice for all around drinking
If you only want one shape of glass, the Chablis/Chardonnay glass is the perfect choice. It's extremely well balanced, and the shape is well suited to swirling a full serving and evaluating the "nose". The lip is thin and the opening is relatively wide at the top, requiring less tipping back to drink than the narrower mouthed glasses, such as the zinfandel/chianti/riesling glass. These glasses are also less huge and seem less out of place with your average sized cutlery and plates than the syrah, cabernet or pinot noir glasses. The more rounded, narrower-mouthed zin/chianti/riesling glass (Riedel 416/15) is another good all around choice. I would not recommended Riedel's so-called "gourmet glass", the stems of which are far too short.

I dislike the largish etched logo, which Riedel puts on the feet of their glasses. I'd rather just enjoy my wine.

Like all other high lead content crystal, be careful when washing these. Any kind of abrasive sponge or grit will scratch them.

Beautiful glasses
I am not an oenophile and actually prefer the sweet wines. However, these glasses have helped me appeciate the dryer whites better. The tastes seems to be more complex and I no longer focus on the dryness of the wine.
The glasses themselves are beautiful. They look very delicate but have thus far survived multiple dinners and hand-washings. I received many compliments on them.
These glasses have helped this novice appreciate a wider range of white wines. They are expensive and I feel my heart race whenever anyone brushes too close to them. But they are worth the money.

The Best Wine Glass
This wine glass is great for several reasons. First of all, it is very light. Second, you know how much wine to pour (pour to the widest point in the bowl and that is a "glass" of wine). The balance of the glass is good. We also have the burgundy wine glass; however my wife prefers her red wine in the chardonnay glass because she doesn't like to hold the big burgundy glass. If you are only going to purchase one type of wine glass, I would recommend this one. ... Read more

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For folks who eat rice on a daily--or even weekly--basis, this rice cooker has a unique fuzzy-logic microchip for advanced programming and a spherical heating system that cooks on all sides of the inner pan and makes perfect rice every time. The unit cooks up to 10 cups (enough to feed a crowd of 10 or more people) of a variety of rices--white, brown, sweet, and porridge--to use in dishes such as sushi, paella, stir-fries, or curries. The cooker has settings to accommodate your preference for harder or softer rice and even has a setting for prewashed rice. The LCD screen is easy to read and the push-button controls are simple to program once you've mastered them. A programmable timer allows you to set your cooking time without worry that rice will burn or get overcooked--and the start and complete time of your cooking cycle signals with a pleasant melody rather than a jarring beep (although you can choose a beep if you prefer it). Another excellent option is the ability to keep rice warm for up to 12 hours after cooking is complete, so you can cook before work and have warm rice at dinner. The Extended Keep Warm function warms rice for up to 8 hours at a lower temperature and reduces the chance of rice drying out or becoming discolored or odorous. Both the inner pan and inner lid detach from the unit for thorough cleaning. The rice cooker has a plastic handle for transporting it from cabinet to counter and a retractable cord for easy storage. The appliance comes with two measuring cups, a spatula, and a spatula holder and is covered by a limited one-year warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde ... Read more

Features

• Limited 1-year warranty
• 10-cup uncooked rice capacity; spherical heating system
• Cooks variety of rices, including white, brown, sweet, and porridge
• Programmable timer; warming function for up to 12 hours
• Easy-to-read, color LCD; melodic start and completion signal

Reviews (18)

The Essential Kitchen Appliance
This is an amazing machine. Not only does it cook a variety of rices to perfection, but it does an even better job on whole grains and beans. It also works well for cooking one pot meals. My favorite use for the cooker is for breakast, the porridge cycle produces fantastic rice porridge as well as splendid oatmeal. Using the timer function we can put our contents in before leaving for work and dinner is ready when we get home. We use it every day and it is a total breeze to operate and cleanup is very easy. The investment seems like a lot before you buy it, but after a couple of months it seems like a ....

This is the best rice cooker i've owned!
You can say goodbye to burnt rice once you start using this machine. Rice indeed tastes better!

Warts: it cooks slower than previous rice cookers i've owned. even in its "quick cooking" setting it still takes more than half an hour to cook 3 cups of regular white rice. another thing is its buttons. they're too hard to push...it probably gets easier in time, though.

despite the warts, i still love this rice cooker!

Worth every cent
This is one of my favorite gadgets and can not live without items. I do a lot of cooking and have had this machine for about 1 year. When it is rice time (and i tend to cook a lot of it since I bought this machine), I set the machine and by the time the rest of the dinner is ready, the rice is cooked and ready to eat without worrying about it. I can concentrate on the items on the menu. As you can tell, my meals always include several items. For a busy person, this is worth every penny of it. There is a battery in the machine which will eventually need to be replaced, but I called the company and they said if you keep the machine plugged in, the battery should last at least 6 years or more.

Long cook time, but great rice! Easy to clean too.
I purchased this cooker as a present for myself this past Christmas, and boy was this ever a great gift! My husband is a rice junkie, and this makes good rice every time.

On the directions/manual:
It took me a little bit to read through the directions; they are a bit hard to follow. I found that the continuous interspersing of multiple languages (and some peculiar English - they liked the phrase "tasty rice" to describe well-cooked rice) to be a bit troublesome for continuity. I was really unsure of cooking the first time, but after two trial batches, I found cooking to be a breeze.

On cleaning:
One (low-star recommendation) reviewer said about the lid not coming off to clean properly; this is not the case. Granted the lid is not non-stick like the pan, but I can't say that I ever had more than the littlest bit of rice starch show up between the inner lid and the outer cover. The inner lid is fully removable, and just needs wiped when warm to fully clean. To clean the pan, I found that removing all excess rice at the end of the meal, and then leaving the pan sit open until the next morning makes all the rest of the rice starch dry up. It only then takes me about 3 minutes to clean the cooking bowl, as well as the remainder of the cooker.

On cooking length:
It takes 35-48 minutes to cook regular basmati rice. This seems like a rather long time, but since preparation is so quick, it isn't that much of a nuisance. Rather it's just an inconvenience if you want to eat soon (and you probably will, the rice really is GOOD)!

Extras:
I find that this cooker is a perfect traveler for family functions as well. I normally make chili for family gatherings (slow cooker), and making if I make rice in this sucker before I leave, I just have to unplug it, and if the cover stays closed, I have found the rice to still be pleasantly warm up to 3 or 4 hours after it was unplugged.

Hope this helps!

This is a great machine
I was a bit hesitant to spend so much on a rice cooker. From my 20+ years of making white rice almost daily, a rice cooker is a rice cooker. After using this machine everyday for 2 months, I find it to be no different from the many others I had used of similar style (ie a non-removable outer lid and a removable inner lid), except that it has something I desperately in need of --- a timer. The quality of the cooked rice is the same, though it takes almost twice as long to cook and reheat as other cookers. As another reviewer mentioned, I too don't particularly care for the condensation dripping, but I did not find the gross build-up. I find this cooker to be more bulky than my previous 10-cup cooker. However, because of the timer, I am very happy with this machine. ... Read more

Features

• Fully enclosed cart with 2 doors; grill cover included, plus bonus Frigidaire TL01DC 5-piece barbecue tool kit
• Measures approximately 58 by 52 by 33 inches with lid open; limited lifetime warranty
• Stainless-steel propane-gas grill provides 552 square inches of cooking space
• 3 main burners for 30,000 BTUs total; 12,000 BTU infrared back burner; 7,000 BTU side burner
• Continuous-firing electronic ignition; built-in temperature gauge; 8 mm stainless-steel cooking grates

Amazon.com Review

Scrolls culminating in a delicate rosebud on handle ends characterize the traditional True Rose pattern. Handsome yet practical, this 18/8 stainless-steel flatware is corrosion-resistant, retains its luster without polishing, and is dishwasher-safe. This 53-piece set consists of full service for 8 diners, plus a service set containing an 8-1/2-inch butter knife, a 7-inch sugar spoon, an 8-1/2-inch serving fork, and 2 serving spoons, each 8-1/2 inches long. Each 6-piece setting consists of a 7-3/4-inch dinner fork, a 7-inch salad fork, a 7-inch soup spoon, an 8-3/4-inch knife, and 2 teaspoons, each 6-1/4 inches long. --Fred Brack

What’s in the Box
8 place settings, 5 serving pieces. Each place setting consists of: 7-3/4-inch dinner fork; 7-inch salad fork; 7-inch soup spoon; 8-3/4-inch knife; 2 6-1/4-inch teaspoons. Service set consists of: 8-1/2-inch butter knife; 7-inch sugar spoon; 8-1/2-inch serving fork; 2 8-1/2-inch serving spoons. 53 pieces total. ... Read more

Features

• Traditional True Rose pattern
• Each setting consists of 7-3/4-inch dinner fork, 7-inch salad fork, 7-inch soup spoon, 8-3/4-inch knife, two teaspoons
• Service set contains 8-1/2-inch butter knife, 7-inch sugar spoon, 8-1/2-inch serving fork, two serving spoons
• Bright finish
• Dishwasher-safe

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Excellent investment!
Oneida brings the same lovely design and balance of its silverware to its stainless patterns. The set I've used for more than 30 years still looks great; the traditional pattern has harmonized with a wide assortment of dinnerware. The size of each piece is ideal: nice long knife blade; good distinction between dinner and salad forks; rounded edges that feel good in the hand. (After using these you start to notice that some other stainless utensils don't have as nice a feel, size, or color.) This set will retain beauty and quality the you can enjoy "everyday" for years to come.

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Excellent flatware!
I must say I was a little nervous spending $...+ on something I hadn't seen somewhere in a store. However, I was familiar with Oneida's flatware that was available locally and it was pretty decent quality - just not a pattern we liked.

True Rose does not disappoint. There is one other stainless pattern by Oneida that is similar, but aside from it, True Rose was just what we were looking for.

The pieces were just heavy enough to show quality, but not overly heavy like some stainless flatware I've seen. The forks were just a tad on the light side, but the spoons and serving pieces were absolutely perfect. The knives had the best cutting edge I've seen on flatware. The teeth were neither too many nor too few, and the balance was beautiful.

Grab this set while you can get the free 20 piece bonus set. That's what I did. Oh, one other thing. You can pick up the iced tea spoons elsewhere, but not here. They aren't cheap, but they looked great and were excellent in weight and appearance as well.

Very pleased overall. The icing on the cake was the free shipping and the fact that I got an Amazon 'Gold Box' discount

Flimsy weight...
I recently purchased this style because it came with a bonus 4 place setting. I needed something simple to spruce up the table for Easter dinner, as we are hosting the whole family this year. Although they look great, I am embarassed at the chinsy/flimsy feeling these have. The forks are so thin that you might hurt your fingers if you grip them too tight. The knives on the other hand have a GREAT wieght and make you think that they are from a different set. The spoons are also thin, but unless you are digging into some frozen ice cream, they should suffice daily duty.

I am leaving my rating at 3 stars instead of 2 because the price pretty accurately reflects the quality of the product. When I bought the set I got the 20-piece set for free. Coupled with the free s+h (which was very fast), I thought it was a steal. In reality it was just a case of "getting what you pay for".

True Rose is a real gem!
I received my flatware today, and I am very happy with it. The weight of silverware is very important to me, because no one likes flimsy pieces to eat with. The knives in particular are very heavy. The forks have a nice weight too, and the cut out shape in the middle of the smaller forks makes it easy to separate them for storage. This is a great set for every day use, but I would not suggest dipping ice cream with the spoons. While they are sturdier than most, I think they would bend under great strains. If you are looking for formal table settings, I would suggest you go to a higher price range and get a heavier weight. But for daily use and frequent cleanings in the dishwasher, this set is nice. Also, don't get this set confused with the cheap imitators. There are several patterns close to this that are not nearly as pretty or sturdy once you see and hold them. Overall, I am very happy with the beauty and quality of this set, and if you can get them while the extra four-place settings are free, and shipping is free, you really have a bargain!

Great addition to my set.
I've had an Oneida True Rose Set since 1985. My originals still look almost as good as new even though I use everyday. When I saw this deal on Amazon- I could not pass it up! Hosting Christmas dinner for the Family (which is quite large) always had me washing my flatware before dessert was served- now there is no need! My order arrived quickly and each piece was perfect! This is a lovely pattern and a great quality item. ... Read more

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Founded in 1756, Austria’s Riedel Crystal is the world’s premier manufacturer of wine glasses and has always catered to the fine wine connoisseur. However, these wine tumblers are part of the company’s first attempt at producing a lower priced wine glass for casual entertaining. Like Riedel’s prestigious Vinum series of glasses, these tumblers are specifically designed for a particular grape varietal and still maintain their ability to enhance the flavors and aromas of the wines they were intended for. The only difference is that the tumblers are missing their stems, making them slightly less delicate to handle, more modern in appearance, and easier to fit in smaller cabinets, mini bars, picnic baskets, and the dishwasher.

The O series of glasses are made of machine-made of non-leaded glass. The shape of the two glasses in this set is specifically recommended for young, full-bodied red wines with high tannin and extract, such as Cabernet or Merlot. Each glass holds 21-1/8 ounces of wine, stands 4-7/8 inches tall, and is completely dishwasher-safe. --Cristina Vaamonde ... Read more

Features

• Holds 21-1/8 ounces; 4-7/8 inches tall
• Trendy tumbler design is more stable, easier to store
• Glass shape enhances taste of Cabernet, Merlot
• Machine-made of non-lead glass
• Dishwasher-safe

Reviews (4)

Thanks Riedel: A fine glass that's fun and functional
We first saw and used these glasses at an up-scale wine tasting shop in Las Vegas and knew we had to buy some. The glass allows the wine to breathe and the bouquet to reach the nose. The best part is that there are no stems to break or spilled wine from being knocked over! (A tipped glass will actually balance itself without spilling any wine.) It's the Riedel Vinum glass without the stem and it is fun to see guests' reaction to the stemless Riedel. Try it; you'll like it!

No need for stems
I've been known to serve wine in tempered glass tumblers (like juice glasses) so it's nice to have a balloon shape but no stem. Nothing clumsier on a picnic table or outdoors on a windy deck than a stemmed wineglass. These don't insult the wine in the least and are quite practical for al fresco serving or anytime you just don't want to be as fancy.

Very COOL new wine glass....
I bought these from a specialty wine catalog/website for a few dollars more than offered here.
These are so cool and easy to handle and make enjoying your favorite wine just more fun! Plus they take up less cupboard space!!! A great gift for your favorite wine lover...

Great product
When I first heard about Riedel coming out with a stemless glass I was a bite skeptical. I have now been using for about 2 weeks now and they are really great for everyday use. Best of all their less expensive and if they break it doesn't hurt as much. Definitly a good buy for everyday use, stick to the Vinum or if you want to spend a little money the Sommeliers series for formal dinner parties and the like. ... Read more

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This 1,235-watt countertop oven makes pizza in about half the time required by a conventional oven. You don't need to preheat it--it begins rotating and baking the moment you plug it in. There are independently controlled top and bottom heating elements, so all types (frozen or fresh) and sizes (7 to 12 inches) of pizza can be custom baked. With a rising-crust pizza, for example, you should run the lower heating element for 10-12 minutes before turning on the top element. For a crisper crust, bake the pizza with both heating elements, then finish it off with a few minutes of bottom-only heating. For extra cooking time on your toppings, leave the top element on a little longer. A timer with automatic shutoff lets you set cooking times precisely, and a cooking-time guide for various pizza types is printed on the pizza maker. For safety, the appliance shuts off automatically if it overheats. With the 13-1/4-inch-diameter baking pan in place, the pizza maker is 13-1/4 inches wide, 9-1/2 inches high, and 17-1/2 inches deep. (The baking pan can be removed for more compact storage.) It carries a two-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• 9.0x13.25x17.75 weight 8.0
• The fast easy way to make pizza.
• From freezer to perfect in minutes.
• The fast easy way to make pizza. From freezer to perfect in minutes. Revolving tray turns the pizza while it cooks for perfect even baking.
• Selectable top and bottom heating elements.

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Single Man's Dream
As a single man who eats 2-3 frozen pizzas a week, this was a better purchase than my microwave. Frozen pizzas cook in 15 minutes or less, as compared to 20-23 minutes with a conventional oven. When you wait until the last minute to start cooking, 5 minutes is a long time. Additionally it cooks the pizza perfectly evenly. There are also controls that let you choose between crisp, normal, and light crusts.

Pizzazz Pizza Maker
Our family loves the Pizzazz Pizza Maker. It takes up relatively little storage space. You don't have to preheat it. You're not heating up the kitchen using your full size oven. The pizza pan is non-stick. It cooks your pizza top and bottom in 12-13 minutes. It is great for college students living in dorms.

KID FRIENDLY KITCHEN HELPER
My family uses our Presto Pizzazz Pizza Oven on a daily basis for much more than pizza. We toast our hot ham-n-cheese sandwiches, toast garlic bread, make grilled cheese, cook almost anything you would normally deep fry, such as cheese sticks, hot wings, ect. It cleans easily and I can allow my children to use it without worry or the stove being turned on. We recently tried canned refrigerator biscuits with success(tip, cook on the bottom first to allow biscuits to rise). Anything that can save our house from heating up in the Summer due to the oven...is a money saver for other things.

Pizza in the Summer!
With the Pizzaz I can now enjoy frozen pizza in the summer. I would never cook frozen pizza in the summer months before because the oven would heat up the whole house and then I would have to cool it back down with the AC bill. Now I can also cook Pizza anywhere, Garage, Deck. Cabin, Park, etc, anywhere you can find AC electricity. It is a great appliance for even the kids to run when they have guest. It is safe because it cannot be left on. It also cooks other snacks, chips n cheese, cookies, corndogs, fish sticks, Grilled cheese ... etc. It also saves time because you do not need to preheat the oven.

Energy, time, effort saved
Wew have had our unit for 2 years and are very satisfied, use it more than our toaster! ... Read more

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This tool increases the fun factor of your KitchenAid stand mixer several times over. Toss cubes of meat into the food tray, stomp 'em down, and watch the results wriggle out the front. Grind your own beef or chicken for patties or tacos. Blend your own sausage mixtures, from breakfast to boudin blanc. With additional attachments, you can turn it into a pasta maker or a sausage stuffer. It's easy to assemble and use. Most parts are dishwasher-safe; hand wash the grinding blades, wooden stomper, and cutting knife. --Betsy Danheim ... Read more

Features

• Grinder can be used with any KitchenAid stand mixer
• Grinder attachment greatly expands a stand mixer's flexiblity
• Ideal for grinding meats, grating cheese, making bread crumbs and combining dips, salsas, spreads
• Includes fine and coarse grinding plates, tips, and recipes
• Most parts dishwasher safe for easy clean-up

Reviews (23)

the attachment workhorse
I've used this attachment more times than I ever thought I would. I've used it to prepare food items for my family as well as food items for crowds as large as 200 and regardless of what it is I've been making, this attachment has rolled through it without complaint. In combination with other pieces such as the sausage stuffer or the fruit attachments, you may well find that this single attachment stays on your machine the longest.

I am absoultely stunned at how easy it is to put together and how simple it is to get wonderfully ground items out of it. I've had no trouble grinding any cut of meat (marbled or lean), type of meat (venison, beef, pork, chicken), or state of meat (cooked or raw). Things like chickpeas also get ground just the way I like them. The two, differently sized grinding plates give you just what you need in texture. My biggest pleasure in using this attachment is during hunting season when my husband brings home more than one deer. Venison burger meat and sausage processing never went faster. No more late nights with a hand-crank grinder!

When you're done, there's nothing simpler in the cleanup. Nothing seems to stick to the plastic (plus, it's dishwasher safe!) and the metal pieces wash up quickly by hand. Even the little wooden stomper cleans well (and I've felt lost without it when I couldn't find it during sausage making). I think this attachment is the easiest to use of all of the ones I've tried.

I'll never regret the purchase of this attachment.

Not for meaty bones
I bought this attachment thinking I would be able to use it to grind chicken wings and other small meaty bones to prepare the BARF diet for my dogs, but it definitely is not intended for that purpose. I have ground some meat with it, and it seems to mash more than grind, but perhaps I should have partially frozen the meat first before grinding as one of the package instructions suggested. I'm primarily posting this review for anyone searching for a meat grinder that is intended for bones in addition to meat. Keep looking - this one can't do it. The entire attachment gyrated and probably would have broken off the hub if I hadn't cut the power first, and I have the powerful professional 6.0 model stand mixer (which is great for large amounts of cookie dough, by the way - no more burnt-out hand mixers!). Check out the other reviews if you're just looking to make sausage or something, but if you're trying to become a BARFer, look elsewhere! I just ordered a VillaWare 5265-05 Power Grinder 320 on the advice of another reviewer, so I'll be sure to review that one once I receive it and see what it can do. Good luck!

Great attachment, Most often used out of them all
I bought this attachment at the same time I bought two or three other attachments, and this is the one I use all of the time. I found that grinding meats to be very useful. I have a mother who is 88 and she prefers everything tender and juicy. So unless it is cooked until it is super tender, she doesn't eat it. With the Kitchen Aid FGA that is all solved. For example I buy chicken in large quantities when it is on sale, and grind it up. Adding shredded rye bread, some Italian seasoned bread crumbs , rosemary, and oregano in the mix, and I make a hamburger(chicken)-meat loaf, or meat balls that are tender. Without the food grinder, I would have to buy preground meat.
Their are those who find that the best way to buy chicken is whole, that way you can inspect the whole bird. By buying parts, they are able to cut out the unsightlies, and sell the parts. With preground meat that is even more of a concern. With the Food Grinder attachment, you have the option of handling that item whichever way you may choose.
Clean up is a snap. It almost falls apart, disassembly is that easy. Cleans up easily with some soap and warm water, or by putting it into the dishwasher. The cutting blades are handwashed. They appear to be high strength steel, and I am concerned about them getting lost in the wash, and degrading the finish. They clean up in only a minute. The rest of it goes into the dishwasher.
Even though the FGA is made out of plastic on the outside, the internal components are metal. It is very durable, and works without a snag. No jams, no problems. It attaches easily to the front of your Kitchen Aid stand mixer, and sits very securely. I expect it will last for a very long period of time.

Absolutely Perfect
This attachment for the kitchenaid stand mixer is great. This saves so much time when it comes to grinding up stuff. I used it mostly to grind carrots for when I baked carrot cakes. You can't find grinders that grind like this anymore. This attachment saved on buying an additional food processor that hardly works that well when it comes to grind up stuff.I like to grind and this is the next best thing (wink)

Great for baby food!
I used this attachment to make loads of baby food for my son. It is so practical for grinding meats - especially if you are trying to feed organic foods. I found it easy to use on cooked meat, I never tried it on fresh or frozen.

I gave it 4 stars because it is a pain to clean. I cleaned the worm and grinder plates with a baby bottle brush and nipple brush.

Excellent gift for new moms who already own a mixer. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

An inexpensive introduction to the delights of rotisserie-roasted meats and poultry, this countertop device is large enough to spit-roast chicken, a small turkey, a leg of lamb, a rack of ribs, or several kabobs. Place the spit through the wire food basket that accompanies the rotisserie and it will rotate chicken wings, salmon steaks, or other foods through the roasting cycle. Meanwhile, place the enameled-steel steaming tray atop the rotisserie, cover with its plastic lid, and the rotisserie will steam vegetables or shrimp. Three settings of the spit permit normal rotation, no-heat rotation to keep juices distributed evenly until serving, and pause-to-sear so that meats can be browned. Since it stars in an infomercial, the rotisserie also comes with an excellent instructional video. --Fred Brack

Editor's note: This is a reconditioned small appliance. Reconditioned generally means that the appliance has been returned to the manufacturer, which brings it back to like-new condition. Some appliances may contain cosmetic blemishes. ... Read more

Features

• $250 in coupons
• Dual heating tray with lid
• Instructional booklet and video
• Spit holder and easy loading base
• 3 hour automatic timer

Reviews (10)

set it and forget it!
i have watched the infomercial for this product hundreds of times. i bet it's a fine product. the dishes look delicious. and it's so easy to use.

Nice Product
I have had both this and the george junior rotisserie. I enjoy them both, We use these units about 3-4 times a week. It is so easy to cook. I place the meat or poultry in the unit, set it, and go about my business. A little later we cook fresh veggies (steamed) and bingo, your meal is done.

After dinner I rinse out the unit, and cook a load of chicken to take to work for me for my lunches all week. both of these products are amazing.

Excellent Purchase
We purchased one of these brand new direct from Ronco almost a year ago. We loved it so much, that when Amazon had the reconditioned ones on sale for under $40.00 each, we bought two more for each one of our single sons. They love them. This machine makes the best chickens (4-5 lb), turkey roasts, prime rib roasts, kabobs (rods are extra) and burgers (in the basket) that you could wish for. Be sure to line the drip pan with foil. Clean up is very easy (be sure to take off the front glass cover). Do not get this compact model for a large family. These work well for up to 4 people, but no more.

The real deal...
This is an awesome machine, and so easy to use and cleanup.
A few things to pay attention to though:
-It doesn't come with the kabob attachments which I thought it would have as seen in the infomercial.
-It is also the smaller model and does not old a decent sized chicken.
-As a tip, wrap the bottom trays in aluminum foil to make cleanup a breeze.

I am still not disappointed and very happy with it. I usually only cook for one or two people, and this machine is perfect for that. If you're looking to cook whole chickens or turkeys, go with the bigger model which is definitly going to be worth the price due to the fabulous dinners you will get from it. I've cooked steak to chicken to burgers, and they all came out so juicy and tender. It was like it was right off the bbq only juicier.
Mine was reconditioned, and it was like new taking it out of the box. Only upon careful inspection could you see it had been used. But it works great, and I can't wait to keep trying new things in it!!

Good machine...
I was a bit skeptical of this product being udder trash since it was one of those made for TV type products. It is pretty cheap construction, but the results are good. It makes it really easy to cook a chicken and just about anything else turns out really good. The results are tuff to argue and it's fairly easy to clean. Only complaint is the build quality is on the cheap side, but the results speak for themselves. ... Read more