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A1DNEI9QYN952B | B004Y4H52E | cranenut | [
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] | I'm going to send it back. Dosent even work out of the package. Dumbest thing I ever bought for my grand kids | 1 | Sucks! | 1,354,406,400 | 12 2, 2012 |
A1DNEI9QYN952B | B0061Z0A1W | cranenut | [
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] | Not the size represented. Not reall a overcoat. Poor Quality...Sending it back. I'm very disappointed in my selection here. Threads hanging out. Not presentable | 1 | Not resay a overcoat | 1,354,406,400 | 12 2, 2012 |
A1DNEISDH6PJTI | 1419705849 | Cameron Perry | [
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] | I like this book because it is very funny. I recamend this book to somebody who likes funny books. I loved it. | 5 | Diary of a wimpy kid, Book 7 | 1,365,033,600 | 04 4, 2013 |
A1DNEJ9JDJRD6S | 1933784075 | J. Kling "Peachie" | [
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] | Loved the book - came with a CD which I haven't seen yet. Unfortunatly I read it all in one day - but it is great to get a glimpse of how they put together this amazing show and a sneak peak at all the interesting people that make it work so well. | 5 | A "Must Have" for a 24 fan | 1,175,644,800 | 04 4, 2007 |
A1DNEJ9JDJRD6S | B00004Z008 | J. Kling "Peachie" | [
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] | His words are poetry, the music is awesome - He breaks my heart when he sings!! | 5 | SOOO Smooooth | 1,175,644,800 | 04 4, 2007 |
A1DNEJVWXLEY40 | B00FD9INCU | Edwin Mercado | [
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] | This is a great book for someone starting to investment on optionsand wants to see practical strategies on recently made trades. | 4 | Excellent book for introducing people to the world of options. | 1,382,832,000 | 10 27, 2013 |
A1DNEK8VAC4TEK | 0062200577 | lori cromer | [
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] | An absolute great read from start to finish! This book reaches out and grabs you and never lets go! Awesome! | 5 | Fantastic! | 1,380,931,200 | 10 5, 2013 |
A1DNEKLRA22GVO | B00000DF6J | bren | [
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] | I like every one of these songs and i can't beleive they broke up. i think evey one should listin to this,evey song has a point most people can relate to, and they aren't rambling on. the lyrics acctully talk about somthing. i think everyone should have this. | 5 | This CD is great! | 960,681,600 | 06 11, 2000 |
A1DNEKNGMOB36X | B002GOHVU0 | Silvia | [
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] | Iam very happy with my Correlle Impressions looks elegant and easy to clean, It's don't break or gets scratched really like this | 5 | excelent | 1,348,704,000 | 09 27, 2012 |
A1DNEL1BQ96HI1 | 0742551725 | Lynn R. Westergaard "Lynn Westergaard" | [
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] | If you didn't take or do well in early American history class, this book will go a long way to help. Bob Deans, informatively and entertainingly, chronicles the first foreign footprints on American soil. In doing so, he sympathetically gives the natives their due, while exploring with reportorial acumen, the inexorable march, good and bad, toward democracy, all of which started "along the James," in Dean's beloved state. | 5 | Reclaims your lack of American history knowledge | 1,181,433,600 | 06 10, 2007 |
A1DNEL1BQ96HI1 | 0823419266 | Lynn R. Westergaard "Lynn Westergaard" | [
1,
1
] | Having seen Althea Gibson play at Forest Hills in the '50's, Ms. Deans' book brings her back to life, albeit in a child-like fashion, it would also appeal to anyone who remembers what a remarkable life Ms. Gibson lived (overcoming many white stereotyped obstacles) and how remarkable she was with a racquet in hand. The illustrations by Mr. Brown are exquisite, as well.Can't wait for the next Karen Deans' book depicting any subject she chooses. | 5 | Althea Comes to Life for Children | 1,186,358,400 | 08 6, 2007 |
A1DNEL1LR44000 | 1612183131 | PBOZ | [
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] | Good story, but confusing at times. It will require a second reading to make sure that everything concluded the way I think it did. | 4 | No Wake Zone | 1,341,532,800 | 07 6, 2012 |
A1DNEL1LR44000 | B007X93YYA | PBOZ | [
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] | Not a novel. A fair collection of anecdotes about an industry and a group of people that I am familiar with. | 2 | Fair | 1,372,204,800 | 06 26, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0312339011 | curious cook | [
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] | I've read many, many books on mountaineering, and I wasn't sure if this might not be a bit maudlin, but I was very pleasantly surprised. Maria Coffey has written a clear-eyed, compelling book about the experiences of those who love mountaineers, as well as a intimate look at what compels athletes who are addicted to such a dangerous sport. Well worth the read. | 4 | I didn't know what to expect | 1,322,438,400 | 11 28, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0312926456 | curious cook | [
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] | I have always been fascinated by the capacity in humans for evil and indifference, both of which are demonstrated in abundance in this story. While I thought this was a well-written story with a nice depth of detail, I couldn't give it five stars for a couple of reasons. One reason was the inexplicable threads left hanging. The Hawaiian shirt--we hear about it, and then it just drops away from the story. The suspect, arrested and charged--but nothing about searching his garage or his home. It just seemed like there were a number of gaping holes.Secondly, an odd proclivity for dropped words, and a couple of times what felt like entire paragraphs missing. I don't know if those issues were a result of sloppy editing, or possibly an anomaly of e-pubbing on Amazon. I see that sort of thing so often in e-books that I have to wonder if it is a download issue. I tend to blame poor writing and editing when I see egregious grammatical errors and tortured sentences, but the writing style in this book is clean, with the exception of those many missing words, so I am going to give the author the benefit of the doubt, and blame it on some sort of odd technical snafus. | 3 | Sad, interesting story | 1,345,766,400 | 08 24, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0316001821 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | Sebold manages to take a very odd path to telling this story from the viewpoint of the dead girl, and make it astoundingly immersing and poetic. Her description of the moment of death alone is worth the price of this novel. It seems so true that it is easy to believe that you are reading the words of a dead girl. I really admired Sebold's rigorous discipline in not allowing the reader the satisfaction of closure on any of the events--the rape and murder, the body, the perpetrator...but she does cave at the end. If she had excised that finale, this would be very close to a perfect novel, along the lines ofLolitaorSlaughterhouse-Five: A Novel | 5 | Incredible piece of work | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0316118400 | curious cook | [
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3
] | I find myself getting the most out of this book as a quick reference for little tidbits of solid advice, such as how to plan a menu with dishes that compliment each other in surprising ways. I also turn to it when I want to shake things up by pairing ingredients in ways that aren't obvious at first. While anyone who has cooked for awhile knows that bitter greens pair well with cream, parm, and nutmeg -- all warm ingredients that both mellow and accent the bite of the greens -- but not many of us non-professional but creative cooks would think of pairing greens and cilantro. Much of the content can seem obvious to a serious cook, but there are also many, many "aha" pairings that are well worth trying. The book can be a bit difficult to navigate, but it is the perfect book to thumb through when you are looking for ways to bring some "wow" factor into your everyday meals, as well as a special dinner party. | 5 | a good reference for snatching tidbits of advice | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0374524173 | curious cook | [
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1
] | I made the awful mistake of taking this book with me to the hospital while I waited to have knee surgery. The day dragged on, and I got hungrier and hungrier reading all of Trillin's fabulous and funny food descriptions--as if surgery wasn't torture enough. This a wonderful read for anyone who loves dry wit and great food. Just read it when you can pop out for your favorite nosh. My only regret is that this book is not available for Kindle, because it is the perfect diversion to dip into again and again. | 5 | reading this when you cannot eat is a big mistake | 1,329,955,200 | 02 23, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 038548335X | curious cook | [
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] | I love Julia Child, and own everything written about or by her. This is the best of the lot. It is a charming, intimate portrait of a one-of-a-kind woman who carved a unique path through life, and owned it with guts and gusto. Riley Fitch writes with a warmth and unflinching eye that actually gives you more insight into what made Julia tick that Julia'a own book, My Life in France. Not that I am discouraging you from buying that book -- get them both! In fact, another must-have for fans of Julia, and those who are just curious, isJulia Child! America's Favorite Chef. Food styles and tastes have moved on, but Julia's influence on modern American food is indelible. | 5 | magnificent book, about a magnificent woman | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0470080191 | curious cook | [
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] | This is a nice book, full of good information, if you want to break into the food styling biz. But it is really focused on the business, and not on the particulars of plating for an attractive photo, which is what I wanted if for, in order to plate food at home, to photograph for my cooking blog. Food that could actually be eaten after being photographed. If you are interested in the differences between food shot for advertising, and food shot for magazines, this is your book. If you are after plating tips for attractive presentation and natural looking photos, this is not the book for you. | 3 | Well done, but not for what I wanted | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0547417713 | curious cook | [
3,
3
] | These letters allow you to see a deep friendship as it blossoms, and serves as a reminder of the lost art of letter writing. This is a charming gift for any fan of Julia, offering a glimpse into her private life and personality. It is also a wonderful read, in that it can be consumed and savored in little bites. | 5 | Charming and enlightening | 1,291,334,400 | 12 3, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0553051156 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | This book is quite a deviation from Cahills's normal subject matter, which is usually in the outdoor adventure genre, but as with nearly everything from Cahill, it is well written, with a keen eye for detail. I had a hard time putting this down. It is a cut above much of the true crime writing currently on the market. | 5 | chilling story written by a top-notch author | 1,325,376,000 | 01 1, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0671000365 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | This book is so funny it will make anyone who is serious about language and writing cry from laughing too hard. I sent a copy to a good friend, and her husband nearly kicked her out of bed. She kept bursting into uncontrollable giggles, keeping him awake. Very hard to put down once you start. | 5 | this is a first -- grammar as high comedy | 1,322,438,400 | 11 28, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0679747656 | null | [
6,
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] | I have had this book since it first published, and I credit it with making me a competent and creative cook, by taking the "recipe" out of cooking, and replacing it with common sense. Julia teaches you how to recognize master techniques, apply them to any variety of foods, and know whatever you are making will turn out reasonably well. I don't believe I've had a *real* kitchen disaster since I got this book. This is worth the cost for her hard boiled egg method alone. I've had beautiful, tender, perfect eggs for 20 years, thanks to Julia. Buy this book, and set yourself free from recipes! | 5 | a must-have book for any aspiring cook | 1,253,404,800 | 09 20, 2009 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0802119603 | curious cook | [
3,
4
] | The man is losing his edge. I have given up on most of his recent fare, and turn to my well-worn copies ofHolidays in Hell: In Which Our Intrepid Reporter Travels to the World's Worst Places and Asks, "What's Funny About This" (O'Rourke, P. J.),Parliament of Whores: A Lone Humorist Attempts to Explain the Entire U.S. Government, orGive War a Chance: Eyewitness Accounts of Mankind's Struggle Against Tyranny, Injustice, and Alcohol-Free Beerwhen I need a dose of cynical humor. Lately it seems like P.J. has taken off his flak jacket and put on his smoking jacket. Quite all right for the guy to retire, only if he wants to retire, he needs to ummm...retire... | 3 | I'm a big fan of P.J. but.... | 1,324,166,400 | 12 18, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0812979117 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | This book is an intimate portrait of friendship between two adult women with everything in common, and personalities both distinct and complimentary. An excellent portrait of what can happen between two women when they connect on the deepest levels. | 5 | heartwarming, and a little sad | 1,324,166,400 | 12 18, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0977627802 | curious cook | [
4,
4
] | This is a light and entertaining story of a magazine journalist who sets out to find the truth about love and marriage. She stumbles a bit along the way, and during the course of her investigation we find out some of the truths about her own marriage, and about a number of ways different people view love, romance, and commitment. This book tiptoes around the edge of being a romance novel, but it avoids the pitfalls of that genre by making the protagonist an interesting character in her own right, and the romance a quirky one to say the least. No one here is ripping bodices or sweeping people off their feet. There is just the natural evolution of a romance between two people who really like each other. | 5 | Charming story of a Journalist's quest for her own truth | 1,329,868,800 | 02 22, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 098156433X | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | I was intrigued by the premise of this book, based on the beloved "It's a Wonderful Life", a movie that I have watched every Christmas for years now. Part of the charm of the film for me is the escape into a different time and and place. But the film has its dark side--and its complexities--that make it more interesting to me than some of the sappier Christmas fare from the same era, and I suspect the author was intrigued by that dark side as well.Though this book is fairly well written, it just tries too hard for my taste. It takes the reader rather swiftly out of the WWII era Bedford falls, and into an alternate reality of failed lives, flying "F" bombs that felt bizarrely jarring, and a rather labored metaphysical exploration of unintended outcomes that becomes unnecessarily convoluted as the story winds to a close. Towards the end, I had the uneasy feeling that the author had trapped himself in a corner, and ended up using Clarence to narrate his theories on random consequences and the relationship between good and evil. | 3 | I suppose... | 1,354,147,200 | 11 29, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 0985257806 | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | This is a story that folds the lives and personalities of those who love the wild rivers on this planet into a single ill-fated 24 hour trip on Idaho's salmon river. An engrossing read. | 5 | Well written, gripping book about life on a wild river | 1,389,225,600 | 01 9, 2014 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1250039568 | curious cook | [
6,
9
] | Laing is a talented and slightly wistful writer who has assembled a clear-eyed but not unkind portrait of some prominent American writers and their relationships with alcohol. It's an engaging read about personal demons interspersed with a bit of the science of alcoholism, and some of her own journey. I give it four stars instead of five because I felt like it was finished before the story was over. Well worth the read. | 4 | Elegant, interesting, and a bit alarming | 1,388,966,400 | 01 6, 2014 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1572308001 | curious cook | [
0,
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] | This book has both interesting ideas about dealing with what are conventionally considered addictions. I came away from the read with a new perspective. But it does get a bit repetitious in the end. Could probably be 25% shorter with no harm done. | 4 | Good and interesting perspective | 1,400,803,200 | 05 23, 2014 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1579654460 | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | This calendar is loaded with very attractive bird photography, with each month including a different photo of a bird for each day, yet it is laid out to allow enough space for jotting a note or two on each date. Great gift for a bird lover. Especially for older folks who still like to use a wall calendar for tracking their schedules. | 5 | very pretty calendar, and practical, too | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1584796677 | curious cook | [
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] | I have been a serious home cook for 30 years, and have developed some pretty reasonable self-taught knife skills, just from the years of cooking. I don't know that this book would have much to offer a professional cook, but it is pure gold for the self taught. I bought it a week ago, and embarked on a series of lessons from the book, and my understanding of good knife skills has increased ten fold. My knives feel much more natural in my hands now, and I have learned to work with my knives, instead of forcing them to do what I want. The results are great -- not really different than what I achieved before, but more ordered and elegant, and while not faster yet, I can tell that they will be as soon as I get my groove. This book is easy to follow, well illustrated, and nicely ordered for a home mini-course on better knife skills. | 5 | Great for a serious home cook | 1,265,673,600 | 02 9, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1584797959 | curious cook | [
0,
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] | Entertaining and fun, like Alton himself, and a little cheesy, like Alton himself. So, if you like him, you will like this book. The only disappointment for me was discovering that it's not very easy to contact him. He says, in this book, that the average American eats 17 lbs of tomatoes a year, which seems very low to me, with ketchup, spaghetti sauces, pizza sauces, etc. so I wanted to email him or his staff to ask where that figure came from and what it included. No way to do so on his web site, the FN website, etc. I suppose I could try facebook... | 5 | fun reading, and full of interesting factoids. | 1,261,353,600 | 12 21, 2009 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1586488287 | curious cook | [
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] | I have not yet read this book, but the engineer friend I gave it to is engrossed. He likes both the writing and the interesting history of industrial innovation in the U.S. Though he thought it got off to a slow start in the beginning, with the history of ship building innovation for the revolutionary war, he was soon engrossed, and ordering more copies to give to his engineering friends. This is a great gift for people who spend their lives working in innovation and the development of new technologies. | 5 | Gave this as a gift to my engineer friend | 1,360,281,600 | 02 8, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1596913533 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | No denying that French technique is still a solid base for building exciting new flavors and food trends. It's just that the real innovations aren't happening in France any more. This book is a clear-eyed look at what's really going on in the most exciting areas of foodie culture, and what has been going on in France for the past few decades. | 5 | Iconiclastic look at the real state of French cuisine today | 1,360,022,400 | 02 5, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1599621010 | curious cook | [
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] | I saw this book reviewed in the Wall Street Journal, very positively, so I ordered my copy from Amazon. I am a compulsive cookbook collector, and I purchase sparingly these days, because my collection is just getting too big. This is a nice book, but I don't find it as compelling as some others do. The stories behind the dishes and the background material on the various Chefs is interesting, but I have read everything except the dessert entries now, and there wasn't any dish that made me want to jump up and head for the kitchen. And I jump up and head for the kitchen all of the time. I don't see this as a go-to book in the future, though I may take another journey through it, to see if I missed something. | 3 | Interesting, but not compelling | 1,322,438,400 | 11 28, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 1933859164 | curious cook | [
0,
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] | Florence King is my go-to author when I want to read something that is guaranteed to make me laugh and think at the same time. I own everything she has written, and return to them all time and again. Deja Reviews is a wonderful gem, infused with wit, acerbic observation, and meticulously crafted writing. Buy this withThe Florence King Reader, and you will have hours of enjoyable reading crafted by one of the greatest non-fiction talents of the 20th century. Her book reviews in the Reader are worth the price alone. What a pity that her books are becoming harder to find. | 5 | Miss King's humor transcends time | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | 6303675212 | curious cook | [
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] | a bit of fluff for the holiday season, but nothing much compared to the original. Edmund Gwenn WAS Santa Claus, and his charm, and the charm of the supporting actors in the original film far surpass this bit of Hollywood handiwork. Certainly no harm in this film, but I'll not be watching it again. | 2 | this might be cute if you haven't seen the original | 1,324,684,800 | 12 24, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000008JMR | curious cook | [
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] | I like Chuck's music, but this particular compilation of songs just sends me. There's not a song on the album that isn't a winner on its own, and the way they are put together makes the album even greater than the sum of its parts. "Star-Crossed Misbegotten Love" alone makes this album worth the purchase price. | 5 | One of the best albums I own | 1,329,264,000 | 02 15, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00004OCKR | curious cook | [
0,
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] | I love the mini version of this salad spinner. It holds enough greens for a couple of dinner salads, works very well, and it's easy to store because of the smaller size. Mine has been going strong for a couple of years. I love it for washing and drying herbs from the garden in the summer. | 5 | perfect size for one or two people | 1,325,376,000 | 01 1, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00004RFPR | curious cook | [
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] | This is the perfect size for use inside a pressure cooker, and as some one else mentioned, it makes a wonderful pressure cooker cheese cake. Though it claims leakproof status, I always wrap it in aluminum foil -- I don't want to find out it leaks by having to toss waterlogged food. If you have a small family, or are single, this is a perfect little pan for baking. You can use it for cakes, deep dish pizza, or even a souffle. | 5 | great little pan | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00004RGAW | null | [
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] | I love this fryer. It does a great job on small quantities of food, which is perfect for me, because there are just two of us. I have an older model that I have had for about 8 years, and it is still going strong. I admit, I don't deep fry that much food, but I have been able to depend on it for years when I am craving a handful of onion rings or a few french fries. I have fried calamari, fish for tacos, mushrooms, and even cheese sticks in it to great results. The pic of the fries I posted above were just cooked last night.It is extremely easy to clean, uses a fairly small amount of oil, and does a good job of filtering out that "deep frying" smell that can pervade the kitchen when you are frying. So, why 4 stars? Because it is pretty low capacity. Doing fries for a neighborhood party, I had to do many batches, and keep them warm in the oven. It was a bit of a pain, but I don't often have a reason to have a larger-capacity fryer. | 4 | this fryer works great for two people | 1,336,348,800 | 05 7, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00004S7V8 | curious cook | [
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] | I've had this grater for going on 10 years, and mine is still in perfect working condition. I hope that Microplane hasn't somehow cheapened this item. I use mine for grating citrus zest, nutmeg, garlic, and hard cheeses, and it produces perfect results every time. Try grating garlic on it especially--it produces a beautiful puree in seconds and the results are superior to what diligent knife work can produce in several minutes. I use this grater four or five times a week, and have been for years, with no deterioration in performance. | 5 | Suprised to see some low ratings here | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00004SGFH | curious cook | [
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] | I have ground both hamburger and sausages with this grinder, and it does very well if the meat is partially frozen, and if you are looking for a fine grind, you pass it through the large disc first, then through the smaller disc. I was especially pleased with the hamburger, and being able to control the mix of meats in the final product. Perfect for home cooks interested in grinding their own meats and sausages. | 4 | Does a great job if you know how to use it | 1,324,166,400 | 12 18, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00004X132 | curious cook | [
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] | I have had this electric skillet for more than 8 years, and I have never found anything that does a better job of cooking bacon. Perfect bacon every time, and it does a really nice job on frying eggs. I don't think I would ever try to pan fry chicken in it, for pan frying, nothing, and I mean NOTHING beatsDeBuyer Mineral B Element Iron Frypan, 14.2-Inch Round, including, in my opinion, cast iron. But anything that benefits from a very even, controlled temp, like bacon, pancakes, french toast, and home-made english muffins do, cooks like a dream in this pan. My temp controls work well enough to use it as a slow cooker as well. I have yet to see a griddle or electric skillet have more even heating than the HB. | 5 | Champion of Breakfasts! | 1,324,166,400 | 12 18, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00005AWCA | curious cook | [
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] | When I see 20 or so 1 star reviews, I have to wonder if a few people got defective pans, or are accidentally reviewing a different pan, because I have had this pan for many years, and it is still perfectly non-stick, and makes outstanding, gossamer-thin crepes. I never put it in the dishwasher, which has probably prolonged its life. It is perfect for cooking a couple of eggs, heating tortillas, or sauteing a few mushrooms to go on a steak. Great pan for those who are cooking often for one or two people. | 5 | going strong for 7 years | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0000632T0 | curious cook | [
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] | I really like this tool. I have small hands, and though the tool works well in one hand, it performs even better for me held in two hands, like a mezzaluna. It is extremely sharp, so store it where no one risks getting cut while rooting around in a drawer. It does get food stuck up between the blades, and swiping them out with your fingers is a fools errand. I use a wooden chop stick to swipe things out from between the blades. | 4 | very quick for mincing | 1,324,166,400 | 12 18, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00006SIJ7 | curious cook | [
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] | this is a pretty hummingbird feeder, and a step up from the usual red plastic feeders sold in every big box store. It makes a nice addition to the garden, but I gave it 4 stars instead of five because it holds too much, and it can be difficult to clean the inside of the glass. | 4 | attractive addition to the garden | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00008GKDN | curious cook | [
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] | I like the size and weight of this griddle. It's perfect for cooking for one or two people. Great for heating tortillas, making grilled sandwiches, or grilling a couple of chicken breasts or sausages. But it's not as heavy and bulky to store as a traditional cast iron pan. I gave it four stars instead of five because the handle is a bit short, and it heats up significantly on the stove. Have an oven mitt handy when you want to pick up the pan. | 4 | A nice, lighter weight pan with all the cooking properties of cast iron | 1,385,942,400 | 12 2, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0000A1ZN7 | curious cook | [
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] | edited review. I bought this primarily to grind spices, and primarily because the grinding cup was removable and dishwasher safe, so I didn't have to worry about carry-over flavors. After I clean the cup, it engages and disengages easily. Then I grind something in the thing, and it takes an act of congress to get the cup to release again. I will continue to use this for grinding spices, but if it breaks, I will not buy another one. | 1 | battle of the titans to get the "removeable" cup off this thing | 1,265,760,000 | 02 10, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0000CCY1L | curious cook | [
0,
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] | I have tongs in 9, 12 and 16 inches, with both metal and nylon heads. For every thing but the grill and the heaviest oven-roasted foods, I find myself most often reaching for the two 9 inch pairs that I have. They make moving food around in a pan extremely easy--working almost like an extension of your own hand. The shortness of the blades means the wrist movement necessary for grabbing, turning, and moving foods most resembles what you would do if you had asbestos fingers and could just reach in the pan to move things around yourself. These are perfect for snagging a single strand of pasta out of a pot of boiling water for testing, turning everything from delicate shrimp to hefty ribeyes, and distributing hot foods precisely on a plate for great presentation. | 5 | like an extension of your own hand in the kitchen | 1,360,281,600 | 02 8, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0000CFPH9 | curious cook | [
7,
7
] | I notice that a few people had stoppers that leak. I would send them back if they do, because the ones I was shipped work like nobody's business. Even after several days, they are air tight in a wine bottle. By far the best way to seal a partially used bottle of wine I've come across, and I've had several different vacuum seal pumps for wine. After several days, it still tastes as fresh as the day it was opened. | 5 | outstanding at sealing a wine bottle | 1,264,636,800 | 01 28, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0000VLYTA | curious cook | [
7,
8
] | This is a good pan, but it is not really non-stick. Be sure you grease the entire inside of the cups before adding your batter, or the popovers will stick. | 4 | decent popover pan | 1,266,364,800 | 02 17, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0000Y7KN6 | curious cook | [
2,
3
] | This is my 4th Shun, and from a full battery of knives, I use them almost exclusively. I have an 8 inch Shun chef's knife, which I love as well, but purchased this 10 inch beauty, after reading and going through the exercises in the excellent book,Mastering Knife Skills: The Essential Guide to the Most Important Tools in Your Kitchen (with DVD). Weinstein so much prefers a 10 inch blade, that I just had to try one out, and he is right. It does make a difference on how much control you have on a cutting board. But, be warned, this baby is a monster. If you are a home cook, get some knife skill education to go along with this beauty.All that being said, I have to agree with others -- knives are extremely personal, and you should handle several different brands and styles before you buy. Go to kitchen stores, and get someone to let you handle the knives, feel their weight and balance, and their personality. Some stores will even let you cut some veggies right there. Knives are a lifetime investment, if you get the right ones. So, before you buy, find out what feels right to you. | 5 | knives are personal, and I love this knife | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000139H82 | curious cook | [
5,
7
] | I have several nice henckels that are feeling very lonely. These three Shuns are the knives I keep reaching for every day. They are as sharp as razors, lovely to hold, and pleasing to the eye. I covet more Shuns, but I've refrained so far, because I haven't come across anything they won't cut with precision. Well, maybe... the heaviest joints of meat, but I have a wonderful cleaver for that. | 5 | my other knives are feeling abandoned | 1,254,009,600 | 09 27, 2009 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0002T3UJ2 | curious cook | [
0,
1
] | but it is messy, not really easy to operate, and expensive for the level of performance. I love the Kitchen Aid KitchenAid KPRA Pasta Roller Attachment for Stand Mixers, but when it comes to ravioli, I think it is cheaper and easier to make them by hand, or even with aNorpro Ravioli Maker and Press. | 2 | it will make ravioli | 1,325,376,000 | 01 1, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000634IMM | curious cook | [
1,
2
] | I had to return this, because it arrived broken into pieces. I had better luck on shipping with C & S PRODUCTS CO., INC., C&S WOODPECKER SNAK, Part No. 820715 (Catalog Category: WILD BIRD/SUNFLOWER SEED ) | 1 | Arrived broken into several pieces | 1,324,512,000 | 12 22, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000634MH8 | null | [
0,
0
] | Great scratching post, with a high quality sisal on it, well wrapped, and with no fraying edges. Even with two very sharp-clawed cats scratching on it, the sisal, and the post look new, after a couple of months of good use. This is taller than most posts, allowing both my cats a good, full body stretch when they scratch. | 5 | sturdy, well crafted | 1,360,022,400 | 02 5, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00065HK7U | curious cook | [
3,
3
] | The pasta roller has 8 thickness settings rather than the 6 that were on my hand-cranked pasta maker, allowing for almost translucent noodles on the thinnest setting. It is also much easier to handle the dough and roll it very quickly, because both hands are free to maneuver long sheets of pasta. Having this set inspires me to make fresh noodles much more often than I used to, with a wide variety of flavorings in the dough. I just wish Kitchenaid would come out with some other cutters. I had about six different cutting attachments with my hand-cranked machine, and I miss being able to make interesting noodle shapes beyond linguine and fettuccine. | 5 | great attachment for my kitchenaid | 1,324,512,000 | 12 22, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B00066FBSE | curious cook | [
8,
8
] | If you are on any level a fan of Julia Child, this is a "must have." It is warm, charming, entertaining, and very beautifully narrated by Michael Murphy. Her life is a fascinating one, and her exuberance for living is inimitable. Worth the cost just for Murphy's reading of a birthday sonnet Paul Child wrote for Julia before they married.How like autumn's warmthIs Julia's faceAnd how like summer's heatIs her embraceWherein at lastShe melts my frozen earthBeautiful. | 5 | Fabulous peek into Julia's remarkable life | 1,264,636,800 | 01 28, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0006U2PHK | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | this fire pit is deeper than many others on the market, making a safer environment for an open fire. The cover allows you to call it a night without worrying about sparks flying if the fire isn't completely out. It does include a grate for cooking, though I have always stuck with the grill for that, to avoid having grease drip into the bottom of the fire pit. Attractive cutouts on the side add interest, and the unit has aged attractively, making it a nice, rustic addition to any outdoor space. | 5 | Great little fire pit for the patio | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0007LQ3PS | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | The wire mesh cage is domed at the top, rather than flat as in the product pictured. Unlike some other reviewers, on the feeder shipped to me the filler cap at the top is metal, and comes with two sliding metal clamps that do a good job of holding the cap on. I suspect it is a sturdy enough design to keep out squirrels. My feeder is on a pole with a squirrel baffle, so squirrels are not my problem. Grackles are my problem. They dominate the feeders, and can empty one of seed in 3 or 4 hours. This feeder does a pretty good job of keeping them out. The most ambitious grackle can strain enough to grab a seed or two, but they are no longer able to just gorge.Even though I didn't receive the feeder pictured, the one I did receive seems worth the price, so I kept it. I have pictured the shipped product above. | 4 | The feeder I got is not the one pictured | 1,338,768,000 | 06 4, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000A6T230 | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | Worth the price just to see him riff on Julia Child, one of the all-time great SNL skits. But after you are done ROFLMAO over that gem, check out the rest of the content. Good stuff. He is a SNL great. | 5 | I bought this solely for his Julia Child sendup | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000B6P4U4 | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | Simply a superb spatula. Thin, light in the hand, slotted for lifting foods out of oils and sauces. Flexible enough for non-stick non-ruination, stiff enough to assist in turning a roast. Oh so sweet. | 5 | ummm, yes on this. | 1,270,425,600 | 04 5, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000FJJL92 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | The basket doesn't fit together properly, if you did manage to attach it to the rotisserie rod, there is no way to add or remove food, and while I was fiddling with it I noticed that the clamp ring is plastic. Plastic. For a hot grill. This was perhaps the junkiest and most poorly designed product I have ever purchased on Amazon. | 1 | piece of junk | 1,353,715,200 | 11 24, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000FUJ0EW | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | I have had this hand blender for about 10 years. I love it. Not sure why Braun doesn't seem offer this full setup in the US any more. I just recently had to replace the smaller jar, and was thrilled to be able to find it. This tool has replaced my blender, and I use the small jar all the time to chop herbs, garlic and spice. The shaft is a great length for pots of soup, and everything but the motor can be tossed right into the dishwasher. This is a keeper. (well, I guess I will admit I haven't had much use for the whisk attachment...) | 5 | I love this hand blender | 1,265,846,400 | 02 11, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000FV8P24 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | Lousy radio stations in my area, so I like to use my android phone to stream alternative radio in my car, which does not have blue tooth. It works perfectly, is set up to easily find an inactive channel to stream to, and is sleek and unobtrusive. I have not tried the phone function on the device, so I'm not sure how well that works.Update: just tried the phone function this morning, and it works fine, though the volume was a little low, so I turned it up a bit. Didn't turn it down when the phone conversation was over, so the streaming music really blasted me when it came back on. | 5 | Great way to listen to streaming audio if you don't have bluetooth | 1,358,121,600 | 01 14, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000HCLLMM | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | This medium-sized cover fits our Weber Genesis Special Edition grill like it was made for it. The fabric is heavy, water-proof and attractive. The seams are nicely finished with sturdy stitching and a rolled finish. | 5 | attractive, well made grill cover | 1,340,755,200 | 06 27, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000HVBEIY | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | I use these disposable bags with my conventional tip collection, and they work great for piping potatoes, frosting, choux, and whipped cream. Though I am generally not an advocate of disposable items -- I already contribute too much to the landfill -- I don't generally pipe foods except for dinner parties and special occasions, and not having to fuss with a washable bag during hectic prep time is a real plus. | 5 | very convenient | 1,303,344,000 | 04 21, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000HZBXOA | curious cook | [
4,
4
] | I love to use super thin sliced garlic in all sorts of preparations. I think it cooks more evenly, and mellows more quickly than chopped garlic. And this mandoline, set on the .05, is my go-to gadget for that application. It produces gossamer thin slices of garlic, so I am a bit confused when others say it won't slice thin enough. Unlike my full sized mandoline, I can just grab it out of the drawer and slice. That being said, for other applications I do with the hand held mandoline, I actually preferOxo Good Grips Hand-Held Mandoline Slicer, which is cheap, easier to adjust, and seems like a sturdier tool. It just can't slice as thin as the Kyocera. The Kyocera seems to be made of cheaper, more flimsy materials, and the little adjustment bar across the back looks like it could weaken and break over time with even moderate use. So it stays in the drawer, except when I need those gossamer slices of garlic, which I posted in a picture up in the images, if you want to see how thin they are. | 3 | very good for super thin slices | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000IHXIFY | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | The main thing I love about these is the fact that they grind out of the top, so no messy grinding residue hits the counter when you put it down. I use one for black peppercorns, one for sea salt, and one for white peppercorns. They get used many times a day in my house, and are still going strong after about five years. I can imagine, as one reviewer mentioned, that using these for general spice grinding would be pretty tedious if you needed any kind of quantity, but for fresh pepper, they can't be beat. | 5 | I own three of these, and love them | 1,253,404,800 | 09 20, 2009 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000IXGJB8 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | Bought a set of these dishes at Bed, Bath, and Beyond, and then used Amazon to find the serving pieces. These dishes are a nice size -- not too big, but big enough, and very understated and modern looking. But the best thing is how tough they are. Several times, while unloading plates from the dishwasher, I've cracked the corner of a plate on the granite counter top, and...nothing! These dishes seem impervious to careless mistakes that would chip or crack other dishes. Of course, I try to treat them with care, but it's nice to know that they seem tougher than usual. | 5 | LOVE these dishes | 1,261,353,600 | 12 21, 2009 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000IXHWX2 | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | Bought this and the square platter to complete a dinnerware set I bought not too long ago. I love this stuff. It's handsome, reasonably sized, and seems to be very tough. I've banged the plates and this bowl against another hard surface a couple of times, and winced, expecting a chip or a broken corner, and was surprised that everything was intact. Great dinnerware. | 5 | great looking, substantial dinnerware | 1,253,404,800 | 09 20, 2009 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000LCN680 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | I use tongs for nearly everything I cook. I like these 16-inch tongs because they are long enough to use for items in both the oven and the grill. I have 4 pairs in differing lengths, two with nylon heads to use with non-stick cookware, and two without the nylon (slightly sturdier grip.) However, if I could have only one pair, it would beOXO Good Grips 9-Inch Tongs with Silicone Heads. Their short length make everything from flipping meat to checking pasta extremely easy--like an extension of your own hand. | 5 | essential kitchen tool | 1,325,376,000 | 01 1, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000MPA044 | curious cook | [
16,
20
] | I was contemplating a traditional stove top pressure cooker, when I noticed this electric one at Costco for just $69. When I saw how much it was here, and how much others loved this machine in reviews on other sites, I snagged the last one they had. I have now been using the machine for about a month, and it is fantastic. The main advantage over a stove top cooker is that it regulates it's own heat, so you just set the timer and walk away. The saute and simmer functions work very well. It probably won't last for years, the way a stove top cooker will, but I think of it more as an electric appliance, and they do have a shorter life span than a regular pot or pan. This far and away makes the best stocks I have EVER made, and that includes ones made with hours and hours of stove top simmering, and they are done in as little as 45 minutes. I've made a fantastic chili, good risotto, and a wonderful cheesecake, among other assorted dishes. Well worth it, even at the current price here. | 5 | I love this machine | 1,261,872,000 | 12 27, 2009 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000NN3G8W | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | I am giving this product three stars because I think it may be reducing the flaking associated with my type of rosacea, but I have seen no decline in the redness on my skin. I am also a little concerned that it may be exacerbating the frequency of acne flares that I have, though I am giving it the benefit of the doubt on that for the moment. I have been battling this skin condition for years, and the acne flares have waxed and waned for far longer than I have been using this product. The best luck I have had with controlling that aspect of my rosacea isProsacea Rosacea Treatment Gel -- 0.75 ozbut I do not have oily skin, and that can be drying, leading to flaky patches on my skin. This is a very frustrating condition, and I will continue to look for a better solution. | 3 | I've been using this for a month now, and I see no reduction in redness | 1,366,416,000 | 04 20, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000P1RS40 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | I bought the shorter version of these oven mitts when I happened upon them at Willy Sonoma. I loved them so much, I ended up buying the longer version here at Amazon, because my only complaint with the shorter version was the risk of burning your arms on an oven rack when reaching into the oven to retrieve large or unwieldy items. I love these mitts. They are not *quite* as heat resistant as silicone, but they are much, much grippier, much more comfortable, and don't have that creepy, greasy rubber feel that silicone has to me. If you are going to have only one pair of mitts, this is the pair to have. | 5 | best oven mitts I have ever owned | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000RKXDPC | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | These were an impulse buy for me at a WS store. They are fantastic, they keep the heat at bay, they are flexible, with excellent grip, and they are very easy to clean. Why only 4 stars instead of 5? Because I wish they were a bit longer. If I had found them here, I think I would have gone for theDuncan Euro Design, Extra Length Mitt, Blackbecause of the extra length, which will protect your forearms from a hot oven rack if you are trying to retrieve a large pan or a heavy cast iron pot. They are so good, I may have to splurge on a couple of the long mitts. | 4 | fantastic grip, and protection from heat | 1,266,624,000 | 02 20, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000S0YO9A | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | This is a good basic, heatproof spatula. I have three requirements for silicone spatulas -- no wood on the handles because they will last longer with less care, flexible enough to get into the corners of any pan, and a handle that is comfortable to grip. This spatula meets all three criteria, and I use a variety of this type of spatula in everyday cooking. This is the only application I like for silicone in the kitchen. The hot pads feel slippery and greasy, the bakeware is flimsy and doesn't brown well, and the turners are too thick and flexible to be of much use. But for scraping a bowl, stirring a sauce in a pan, sauteing veggies, scrambling eggs, or pushing a puree through a sieve, this tool can't be beat. | 5 | makes the wooden spoon obsolete | 1,325,376,000 | 01 1, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000SSTX5M | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | This coffee maker is easy to fiddle around with until you find the right combination of amount coffee and fineness of grind to produce a brew that perfectly suits your tastes. I have not had any problems, as others have, with having the ground coffee spewing out onto the counter. I really like this machine. My one reservation is the amount of mechanical operations. I don't have much faith that this machine will continue to operated properly over the long haul. | 4 | Makes a very good, and consistant cup of cofee | 1,388,448,000 | 12 31, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000TW0CQ6 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | My mom has been pretty limited in what she can do for the past few years. She doesn't need a wheel chair, but there's no way she can get around on her own for a full day. I bought this as a lighter weight alternative to renting a wheel chair, and took her to Biltmore place. She loved, loved, loved it. We spent two whole days there, touring the house, the winery, the gardens. She got to see everything, and I got a workout. Chair folds up very easily, is easy to push, and not too heavy to take in and out of the back of a car. | 5 | opens new experiences for my 83 y.o. mother | 1,375,660,800 | 08 5, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000VEMNPA | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | This is a lovely cutting board, very functional, knife friendly, and if treated well, I believe it will offer years of service for a very reasonable price. I notice some reviewers of other bamboo boards have complained about warped boards, but I think that is an easily avoided problem. No prolonged soaking, good air drying before storing, and a reasonable schedule of oiling. The best oil is food grade mineral oil, which will not go rancid, and you don't need to buy a specialty board oil. Just grab a cheap bottle of mineral oil in the laxative aisle of the local pharmacy.There's a French adage about boards and their love and care: Oil them once a day for a week, once a week for a month, and once a month for a year. Don't know if it is necessary to be that diligent, but definitely take the few minutes it takes to oil a good board regularly, and even an inexpensive board like this will serve you well. By the way, I found this board at TJX for 10 bucks, and decided to review it here because I liked it enough to pay the $28 price here if I wanted another one. | 5 | beautiful, functional, and inexpensive | 1,266,537,600 | 02 19, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B000W8AMOO | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | had to edit this review. I have now had this grater for a few months, and the thing is falling apart. While the grating surfaces do a very good job,try grating hard cheeses on them and sending the box grater through the dishwasher. The plastic housing just falls apart. Mine is now cracked and crumbling in three places. I will use it until it falls apart, but when it finally bites the dust, I will look for a different style to replace it. | 2 | grates well, design is a bust | 1,270,425,600 | 04 5, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0010OOLOQ | curious cook | [
11,
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] | I've been buying this in little 1.6 oz packages for a long time now, so I was delighted to find this larger size available here. It adds just the right body and gloss to any chicken sauce or glaze. It will make a fabulous sauce for a sauteed chicken breast in minutes. Deglaze the pan with a bit of wine, toss in a dollop of the demi-glace, and simmer until it melts. Adjust your seasonings, and you have an instant, silky sauce. It can make a quick weeknight meal look like a gourmet endeavor.I agree with the others here that it will keep in the fridge for a long time, but it does dry out. when I get this large size, I will portion it out in tablespoon dollops, freeze them on a cookie sheet, then bag them in the freezer. This stuff lasts forever in the freezer. | 5 | a magical little dollop of pure flavor | 1,266,537,600 | 02 19, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0012680D0 | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | This film offers a light touch on a serious topic, while still offering great information on the pervasiveness of corn in the US food supply. While I sometimes lose patience with films made on this topic, the pacing and the premise of this film suck you in, alarm you, and charm you at the same time. It also puts a very human face on the "corporate" farms where all of this corn is coming from. Those are real, likeable people growing that corn. And the two guys who set out to make this film are down-to-earth, likeable guys who are very kind to the farmers and their families. A winner. I'm sure I'll watch it again. | 5 | funny, charming, and alarming | 1,327,449,600 | 01 25, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B001AMKC14 | curious cook | [
5,
7
] | I bought this as a gift for my boyfriend, who is an engineer, and loves collecting data, so he could download data from hisDavis Instruments 6250 Vantage Vue Wireless Weather Station. He enjoys charting the data, and seeing long-term weather trends in our area. Definitely worth having if you are a weather station junkie. | 5 | fantastic data collection | 1,289,174,400 | 11 8, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B001F7DM9I | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | My S.O. bought these sinks through Amazon, so they don't show as a certified purchase, but they did come from Amazon. Though they were supposed to take a few extra days, they showed up on the porch the day after we bought them, in perfect condition. On their own, just out of the box, the sinks look very shallow, but once mounted under a 1-inch thick counter, they are plenty deep. We put two of these in the master bath, and they look fantastic. I really love the unusual shape of the bowl and the added interest of the gentle angles in the bowl. | 5 | Very happy on every level with these sinks | 1,326,585,600 | 01 15, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B001IWMNFY | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | Very nice, thick cover, with a slightly tacky surface, that makes ironing slippery materials a breeze. High quality construction that has a very snug fit on a standard ironing board. Nice thick padding underneath. | 5 | great fit, sturdy construction | 1,360,022,400 | 02 5, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B001J2SFSC | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | When my motor-cycle riding S.O. said he wanted to watch this DVD of Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman going around the world on BMWs, I could feel the catatonic daze drifting down over my head. Was I ever wrong. This is an engaging, charming, funny account of an amazing trip. Sort of a marriage between a National Geographic Special and Bill and Ted's excellent adventure (only with more interesting characters.) One warning if you are watching this with kids--the "f" bombs really fly, and there is more than a little sophomoric humor from the boys. Well worth the investment of time and money. | 5 | took me by surprise | 1,324,166,400 | 12 18, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B001O03O26 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | Nice updating of the classic Harry Chapin original. Interesting styling, and it still projects the poignancy of the original version. | 5 | love the original, and love this cover | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B001QSL1KS | curious cook | [
4,
4
] | This a decent looking feeder, and seems well made. The woodpeckers are using it, but not as frequently as they used my vertical woodpecker feeder. I bought it because the crackles were eating the cakes out of my vertical feeder as fast as I could put them out. Well, this reduces that problem somewhat, but I have at least one crackle who is just fine hanging upside down on this feeder for a minute or two at a time. It may deter the crackles, but it doesn't defeat them. Crackles need to eat, too, and I wouldn't mind feeding them, but they are the bullies of the birdfeeders, driving off my songbirds and gobbling all the food. I'll keep looking for another solution. | 3 | Nice, sturdy suet feeder | 1,366,416,000 | 04 20, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B001U3ZLIW | curious cook | [
10,
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] | I bought this cover for my mother's bed. She has a great deal of trouble with night time incontinence, and combined with a reusable sheet protector, this has help to prevent ruining her mattress. However, the fit is a bit baggy, and she has a big oversized mattress, so even if you tuck it under the mattress sides, it can shift and bunch up under the sheets. | 3 | seems to do a good job of protecting the mattress | 1,261,353,600 | 12 21, 2009 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B0028QE0Z0 | curious cook | [
1,
1
] | I have had this mandoline slicer for five years or more, and it does a terrific job, has a great range of adjustments, and is quite versatile for such an inexpensive mandoline. I have an expensive French model that is collecting dust in the back of a cabinet. The winning feature is the "V" blade arrangement. Buy this, or buy another mandoline with an angled or "V" blade, but avoid the tools with blades that are straight across the cutting surface. Yes, yes. I agree, the hand guard doesn't work very well. Just as none that I have ever used work very well. I just pay close attention to where my fingers are, and throw away the last half-inch of what I am cutting, or cut it by hand. If you are worried, get yourself a cut glove. Hard veggies like carrots or potatoes take a little bit of extra care. | 5 | I use this tool all of the time | 1,321,228,800 | 11 14, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B002HOLHTU | curious cook | [
9,
12
] | This is a lovely set, but I bought it for my 80 y.o. mother, and she has some difficulty seeing the black track against the dark wood. And she certainly can't tell the difference between the silver and brass pegs. It's a lovely set in a nice case, for a very reasonable price, but don't buy it for the local senior center. | 3 | great looking board, but.... | 1,321,228,800 | 11 14, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B002JM15Z6 | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | This is a good looking, well made, basic apron, that washes nicely and doesn't wrinkle. | 4 | attractive, well made chef's apron | 1,264,636,800 | 01 28, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B002L0WMNU | curious cook | [
0,
0
] | So far, so good. I bought this for my elderly mother's bed because of her occasional incontinence at night. The protector fit well, and she says it doesn't make her feel too hot at night. It is not too "crinkly" like some covers, and feels well put together from good quality materials. That being said, I cannot yet attest to it's waterproofing abilities, as she hasn't had any accidents since we bought it. Will update my review once it gets put to that particular test. | 5 | good fit, comfortable feel | 1,360,022,400 | 02 5, 2013 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B002LLVFK0 | curious cook | [
0,
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] | This is a fantastic gift for any engineer or data junky in your life. It is reliable, collects masses of data, and can be hooked up to a computer with the extra little USB gizmo, allowing you to chart weather over long periods of time. My engineer SO really loves this unit, and will set the console next to him on the couch when a storm blows through, to see the action that is unfolding outside. Good fun for weather junkies. | 5 | fun, reliable weather station | 1,303,344,000 | 04 21, 2011 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B002PY6TQS | curious cook | [
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] | This is a nice looking, seemingly well built unit. It does a fairly decent job of toasting, baking, and broiling, but it is slow. Much slower than other, smaller units I have had in the past. I will keep it, but recommend it only to those not in a big hurry. | 3 | good looking, but a little slow | 1,270,425,600 | 04 5, 2010 |
A1DNEL4NDZA6FS | B002Q4TSS8 | curious cook | [
0,
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] | I love the two-step, hinged style, which makes removing even the most stubborn corks easy. This version is nice, with a good solid feel in the hand. The hinge on the screw is a bit stiff, but I imagine it will loosen up over time. I don't get the tiny serrations on the foil cutting blade, but that is minor irritation. | 4 | very nice corkscrew | 1,324,252,800 | 12 19, 2011 |
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