Showing posts with label For The Kitchen. Show all posts
Showing posts with label For The Kitchen. Show all posts

Sunday, May 11, 2014

Product Review: Eco-Friendly Wooden Utensils From ECOMMFLASH


What Is ECOMMFLASH?
ECOMMFLASH is a retailer of Earth-friendly goods designed to help households get the products that they need hassle-free. It is an online store that lets people shop almost anything that they need from kitchen and dining, gardening materials, cookware, toys, sports stuff and other products that are all safe for the environment. ECOMMFLASH knows the importance of creating a healthy environment, which is why they value the importance of keeping people in their optimum health by reducing pollutants that can cause damages not only to surroundings, but also to the lives of animals, plants and people.

ECOMMFLASH is an onLine retailer that aims to create the most Eco-Friendly store and goods for your home. 

Ecommflash Wooden Utensils, Spatula Set, Spoons, Pancake and Spreader Knife Made from Eco-friendly Green Organic One Piece Ash, Alder, Birch, Juniper and Oak Solid Wood, Handle Decorated with Juniper Mosaic, Strong and Durable, Heat Resistant, None Scratch, Non-stick Pans, Not Used Any Toxic Lacquer and Glue, We Offer Quality Kitchen Products That Will Last a Lifetime


What Is The Company's MISSION?
At ECOMMFLASH, the mission is to inform you on what products you can buy to receive great results as well as saving the environment. One person can surely make a difference and passing on this knowledge to others will help clean up the earth and stop pollution one household at a time. Not only will you be able to receive information on what kinds of products to buy with ECOMMFLASH, but also you'll be able to learn how to use these items in your house as well as maximizing use of these products to create a healthy lifestyle. 

What Makes EcommFlash Products Different From Other Wooden Utensil Products?
- Ecommflash products do not contain any chemicals, toxic lacquer and glue that can harm a person's health. Easy to clean, wash them with warm soapy water and let them dry.

What's In The Mail?
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- Spatula Pancake
- Cooking & Tasting Spoon
- Ladle

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Spatula Pancake
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New Product: 12 inches Eco-friendly Unique Spatula Pancake. Made in Estonia. Each of products is carved by hand, which means that every piece is unique. 

- Handle Decorated with Juniper Mosaic. Juniper wood has a wonderful texture. Covered with natural linseed oil to protect the wood.

- Most users love the aroma and have found the item's craftsmanship second to none

- Easy to hold in the hand, will create a beautiful addition to the kitchen's decor. Good gift for you and your friends.

- Does not contain any chemicals, toxic lacquer and glue that can harm a person's health. Easy to clean, wash them with warm soapy water and let them dry.

The Spatula Pancake Ash Tree item is one that you should think about adding to your kitchen in order to get a better return on your investment. Spending hundreds of dollars on products that you use in order to put meals on the able is likely something that you have done in the past. 

The Spatula Pancake Ash Tree product is likely one of the items that you will get the most use out of. It makes it easier for you to do everything from making eggs to sandwiches and even mashed potatoes without the need to spend your money on expensive tools. Doing something good for the environment does not have to be difficult or expensive. Instead, you can get rid of your old utensils and go with these great replacements. 


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My Review:
- Just take a look at how awesome the design of the handle is. While I was browsing through all of the Ecommflash products, I fell in love with the Spatula. My kids enjoy making pancakes with me, and what a better kitchen tool to have in the kitchen for me and my kids to use. I love that it is not made of plastic nor metal. Plastic is just not safe to use and metal is good, but with kids helping me, it is best to use the wooden one. Because the handle of the wooden spatula doesn't heat up and safe for kids to use. 

- Here is something I have learned though. I made a mistake of leaving the spatula in the pan while I was cooking some hamburgers and when I came back, the spatula warped. Oh dear! It is a good thing I managed to save it and flattened it back. Never again will I do that. Big mistake on my part. Make sure NOT to do the same thing I did. 

- I have noticed that the Spatula has that wonderful natural aroma to it. 

- Another wonderful thing I love about the Spatula is that it is versatile. It is not just for making pancakes, but it is also good for when you are cooking hamburger, eggs, a whole lot more.  

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Alder Cooking & Tasting Spoon Set Review
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Introduction
With proper cooking utensil, like the Alder Cooking & Tasting Spoon set, the task of cooking becomes much easier and enjoyable. Also, the end result or the dish also ends up being much tastier! Although there is no dearth of kitchen utensils in the market, it is very difficult to find a high quality Eco-friendly spoon set made out of wood like the one from Alder. It is worthwhile to invest in such good quality Ecommflash wooden spoon set because it would last a lifetime and offer great cooking experience at the same time.

Since the cooking and tasting wooden spoons in the set are heat-resistant therefore you won't feel  the heat when you are stirring hot dishes with it, so you can do away with the pesky gloves. Thus, say goodbye to burns from metal utensils in the kitchen! Moreover, these are made of very  durable wood, therefore they can survive multiple falls and rough handling. Even though the wood has the tendency to turn slightly darker as it ages, it is nothing to be concerned about because this is only natural and it does not affect the product's quality. 

One of the top reasons why it makes sense to opt for the Alder Cooking & Tasting spoon set is because it does not taint the dishes with a queer taste or odor when used. Besides, this set is very beautiful to look at and they are great accompaniment for non-stick cooking pans and  pots or the utensils that contain Teflon-coating as they do not scratch the delicate surface of these coatings. It can also be used liberally on glass bowls and surfaces and they do not get any scratches. 


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(Don't worry. My little girl is safely supervised by me. No one is harmed during this process.)

My Review:
- This Cooking and Tasting Spoon set is my little girl and I's favorite thing to use when cooking. I get to use the bigger one and my little girl gets to use the smaller one. Well, she actually claimed it as her own spoon and no one else can use it, but my girl. Every time I am in the kitchen cooking, she comes in, grabs a chair next to me, opens up the drawer and grabs her little tiny wooden spoon and starts cooking. It has become the most used wooden spoon in the kitchen and I am glad we got it. Of course wooden spoon can break when you are not careful, so I make sure to take good care of my utensils. 

- I have pots and pans that can easily scratch up and the use of wooden spoon is a must. And these Ecommflash products are perfect to use. 

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Ladle
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My Review:
- I love this ladle so much! Well, I love all the Ecommflash products I got. I love cooking soup, especially on a cold weather like today (freezing cold and snowy) and having this ladle is very handy. I do have a metal one, but having a wooden ladle makes more sense. Because metal is a heat conductor and the heat transfers to the handle, but with the wooden ladle it doesn't. And it is kind of fun using this wooden one. It makes me feel like back in the old days where they use a lot of wooden utensils. 

- I don't just use this for cooking soup though, but I also use it for cooking my favorite hot sikwati (ground up Cacao Beans) drink. 


Conclusion:
- All in all, we are very happy with the products that we got from Ecommflash. It will be one of those things that will get many uses in the kitchen. I don't use plastic utensils in my kitchen anymore, I got rid of them a long time ago, and having new sets of wooden utensils in my kitchen is wonderful. 

- They are easy to clean.

- I love that it doesn't have any harmful chemicals or with lacquer and glue that can be very harmful to our bodies. 

- One thing to know about wooden utensils though, is that with wood aging, it darkens up. But that's normal and nothing to worry about. It doesn't affect the taste of food and it still works great. 

If This Was My Money, Was It Worth The Buy?
- Absolutely!!! Great investment, better for you, and better for the environment. I would recommend it. Thank you, EcommflashDon't forget to check out the website today at http://ecommflash.com/. These products are available at Amazon.com, if you are interested. 

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Monday, March 3, 2014

Product Review/ Giveaway: Mrs. Fields Cookie Cuttables Easter (CLOSED)

Remember when I did two product reviews for the Love Cooking Company about the Half and Half Pan and the Cool Bake Pan? Well, just last month, Love Cooking Company launched two new products that are from their new Cookie Cuttables collection. This collection is a line of innovative cookie cutting grids that makes baking time easier than before. I happen to be given the chance to try out one of the two Cookie Cuttables and the one I got is the Easter

With the Valentine Season over, and now the Easter Celebration is drawing near, I see all kinds of Easter decoration going on at the stores, online, or in people's houses. Of course, part of celebrating the Easter season is baking some Easter Cookies. 







Mrs. Fields Cookie Cuttables Easter
Retail value for each cutter is $9.99
Create adorable Easter-themed cookies with the Mrs. Fields Cookie Cuttables™ Easter! Simply roll out your cookie dough and press the cookie cutter grid on top. When you remove the grid, you'll have 10 Easter-themed cookies: Four (4) Easter eggs, three (3) Easter bunny faces and three (3) baby chicks. Just decorate and celebrate!
Size: 16” x 10.2” x 0.8”
Materials: Polypropylene

- The grids allow you to cut out several themed cookie shapes at one time. These grids reduce clutter in your kitchen drawers by eliminating the need for several individual cutters that take up lots of space, break and can get easily lost. Plus it saves you time by not having to make so many individual cuts. 

- They will be available in-stores and online starting middle of February. Amazon.com will be selling these, Joann's Fabric Stores and Kitchen Collection will also be selling them among others.


Instructions for use:
1. Prepare your cookie dough according to recipe
2. Wash your cookie grid thoroughly before use. Grid is top rack dishwasher safe.
3. Roll out dough onto your counter top to at least the size of the cutter
4. Add a little flour to the top of the dough to help minimize stickiness
5. Place the cutter centered over the dough & press downward all the way and shimmy the cutter slightly back and forth to deepen the cut marks, which will make removal easier.
6. Slowly lift the cutter, pushing down on any shapes that may stick with your finger then place each shape onto your greased cookie sheet for baking.

(My 2-year old little Baker-in-the-making.)
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Before we could decorate these cut-out cookies with icing and sprinkles, my family couldn't wait to eat it. They didn't even give it time to cool off. And by the way, I baked these cookies using the Cool Bake pan that I got from Love Cooking Company. Love this pan! 
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What Do We Think About The Product? 

- It is no secret my kids love to bake with me and I love that. They are always willing to do whatever they can to contribute like rolling out the dough and cut-out shapes because they think it is fun. And for us to have a calm and safe baking experience, I have to have things that my kids are able to use and that they are safe. With this Cookie Cuttables Easter, I feel secure that my kids are safe enough when using this product (with my supervision) and that they won't cut their fingers. 

- The material is quite sturdy and I know will last many baking sessions. 

- This is so easy to use. Just like what the instruction says, you just shimmy it a little bit to make nice cut-out shapes. I love that I can make nine (9) shapes at the same time and I don't have to make many cuts. It saves you time. 

- Easy to wash. I like to wash it right away after using to avoid the cooking dough from hardening. Top rack dishwasher safe, too. 

- Easy storage as well because all of the cookie cutters is contained in one device. It doesn't take up a lot of space either. Less clutter in the kitchen. 

- All in all, I am a happy mama and we are happy with the product. Thank you, Love Cooking Company! Don't forget to visit their website at http://www.lovecookingcompany.com/.

Because Love Cooking Company knew you would want your own Cookie Cuttables, they are so generous that they want to giveaway one (1) Cookie Cuttables Easter to one (1) lucky Chetopian Family reader. All you have to do to enter are these few simple steps. 

GIVEAWAY: 
- First, Like Love Cooking Company on Facebook. 
And while you are there, please let them know Chetopian Family sent you and thank them for this lovely Giveaway. Then come back here and leave me a comment telling me you did so. Thank you! 
- Follow on Twitter. 
- Follow on Pinterest. 
- Follow Chetopian Family Facebook Fanpage. 
- Tell me in the comment below that you did all the entries above. Thanks! 

That's it! Simple steps for a chance to win your very own Cookie Cuttables Easter. This will be very helpful for your Easter baking this coming Easter Season, which is just around the corner. This Giveaway is open to US only. Thank you and Good Luck, everyone! The winner will be announced next week, Monday. And will announce it here on the blog, Facebook, and Twitter. 


Giveaway Winner: 

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Monday, January 20, 2014

Product Review: Silicone Baking Buddies By The New York Baking Company

I was asked to review the silicone baking cups by Rizzi from The New York Baking Company and let me introduce you to my new favorite baking buddies. 


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Product Name: Silicone Baking Cups
Brand: The New York Baking Company
RRP: $8.95
Material: BPA free silicone
You can find them on Amazon.

  • Never have to use paper cups ever again!
  • BPA free, FDA approved, non porous and stain proof silicone baking cups!
  • Flexible and easy release silicone! Just peel the side to pop out your muffin, cupcake, dessert....!
  • Nonstick silicone means food doesn't cling or stick to baking cups! Easy to clean and dishwasher safe!
  • Premium product backed by our lifetime guarantee, click the add to cart button now and never buy paper cups again!

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(Spinach Muffins, also called as "Popeye Muffins)
Aren't the baking cups looking so festive? They would make perfect cups for kids' parties because the colors are so vibrant. 
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(Apple, Sweet Potato and Carrots Muffins using brown sugar and Tagatose)
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- These silicone baking cups are amazing! There are 12 silicone cups in a pack and they come in four (4) solid colors as you can see in the picture. 

- The silicone cups are very easy to use, easy to wash and easy to store (they don't take up a lot of space). These are so flexible, yet it can stand on its own and no need to use the muffin tin to bake something in it. It says on the package that these silicone cups are;

     * 100% Food Grade
     * No Stick. 
     * BPA Free
     * Freezer Safe
     * Microwave Safe
     * Dishwasher Safe, and
     * Oven Safe up to 475 degrees F

- It is true that my muffins slid right out of the silicone baking cups without any need of spraying it with oil or without greasing the cups. My muffins come out all beautiful and well-baked. I want to get more of these though, because I already lost two. Somehow, my little girl thought it was disposable and I forgot to take the muffins out of the cups and without me knowing, she already had thrown it in the trash. 

- To be honest, I don't really have any other silicone baking cups or some baking items made out of silicone in the kitchen. I don't know why I am afraid of using them, but these cups are really wonderful. They don't have that funky smell at all. 

- I like the fact that I can bake some muffins or cupcakes in it and I can also store it in the fridge anytime I want to and just heat it up when ready to eat. It gives you the ability to whip up a huge batch of healthy muffins and stick them in the freezer the next time you are hungry for some. But then in my house, our muffins don't last long. These would also be perfect when I cook some healthy Mac N Cheese in a cup for my little man to take to school for lunch. I can make the Mac N Cheese in advance in these cups, then stick the rest of them in the freezer, and just pull them out when ready to eat. 

- The advantage to using the silicone cups over the paper ones is that they are reusable so you don't have to keep buying the paper cups and saves you some money. I want more of these! Thank you so much, The New York Baking Company for the chance reviewing your silicone baking cups. 

- I don't really have anything negative to say about these cups, but it would be nice to see another range of colors? 

- Would I recommend this to others? Absolutely. If you love to bake or are learning to bake, try these silicone baking cups. It makes baking a whole lot easier! 


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Friday, December 13, 2013

Product Review: Tofu Press- Easy, Affordable Way To Squeeze Water Out Of Tofu

I was never a fan of tofu before and never even thought of trying some until my cousins introduced me to it. I never really thought tofu can taste so good because all I thought was this tasteless, bland, meat-wanna be food. I mean, can you blame me? It definitely is an acquired taste. And then when I was little and was diagnosed with dengue fever, I was rushed to a hospital in Cebu, Philippines, which serves tofu in their menu. Their tofu dishes tasted really good and I was really surprised at how tofu can taste that good when you know exactly how to prepare it. We had a meal one time where they prepared us all kinds of tofu dishes and you would not believe that they were even made out of tofu. It was very delicious! I have been trying to recreate those dishes for the past few days, but I just couldn't get the taste quite right. Thus, I always resort to a more fail-safe way of preparing tofu by marinating it like you would marinate a chicken for making adobo (a Filipino dish). 

Because I buy tofu a lot, I researched about a way where I can easily squeeze water out of the tofu without using a bunch of paper towels or piling up a bunch of heavy objects just to wring water out of it. I came across EZ Tofu Press and was excited to test out the product. I was sent a complimentary tofu press a few weeks ago to facilitate a dependable and fair review. EZ Tofu Press is a simple device that you can use to easily squeeze water out of tofu. Read below to further learn about the product. 


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What is EZ Tofu Press?

EZ Tofu Press Story: Tired of cans, plates and other heavy objects falling over, damaging the floor while pressing tofu? After this and a pile of wasted paper towels, I decided it was time for a better method. Searching for tofu presses on the internet, I found that there were very few available and they were very expensive. It was at this time that the idea to manufacture a simple yet affordable tofu press started !

Why use an EZ Tofu Press? Firm and extra firm tofu are packed in water to keep it fresh. Removing this water allows the flavors of spices, marinade, or other foods to be absorbed. Tofu is often called a wonder food because it has no natural flavor or taste and acts as a canvas for flavors and more importantly provides numerous health benefits. Proper pressing also makes the texture of tofu more chewy and firmer.

About the EZ Tofu Press: The white press plates on the EZ Tofu Press are made of HDPE (high density polyethylene), approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use with food. Each press plate is cut using a CNC milling machine for exact size and hole configuration. The bolts, nuts, and washers are made of food grade stainless steel.

Using the EZ Tofu Press is simple, the tension knobs, push the press plate down and squeeze water from tofu. There are no springs required and therefore no springs to wear out! By washing on the top rack or by hand, the EZ Tofu Press should provide many years and provide great taste.

EZ Tofu Press Features:
  • Can be used with any size tofu brick, both small and large portions can be dried.
  • Provides better flavor absorption and texture and thus better tasting tofu.
  • No springs to replace, simply tension as needed
  • Better control of the time in which your tofu is press dried. Takes 5-15 minutes.
  • Less costly than other brands, best value on the market.
  • Easy to clean, place in the top rack of the dishwasher or just use hot soapy water.
  • Makes Tofu cooking quick and easy.
  • Press plates cut with automated CNC milling machine.
  • Comes with handy measurement tool and Instruction manual.
EZ Tofu Press is made of USDA approved HDPE, a BPA Free Plastic. All bolts, nuts, and washers are made of stainless steel. The EZ Tofu Press is dishwasher safe, top rack. Do not use in freezer or microwave. Use Firm and Extra Firm Tofu. Not for silken tofu varieties. Made in the USA.

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There are four (4) easy steps on how to use the EZ Tofu Press
1. Place Tofu brick in between the two press plates.
2. Tighten knobs simultaneously or alternately so the tofu brick is pressed evenly. Stand EZ Tofu Press on its side for better water removal.
3. Pressing can take a minimum of 5 to 15 minutes depending on the how fast tension is applied. To quickly dry tofu, tighten knobs every 2-4 minutes while preparing meal. After several uses, you will find what works best.
4. When “dry”, reverse tension knobs and slide brick out, marinate and cook!

You can watch the video below on how EZ Tofu Press works




My Review


What I like about the product?
- Fast shipping. Great customer service. 
- Easy to use. 
- I like how the pieces are all connected together so you don't end up loosing parts. 
- Easy clean up.
- Doesn't take up a lot of space in your counter or your cabinet when storing. 
- If this was my money, it is worth the buy especially when you eat tofu a lot. No one wants a soggy tofu so an easy press like this is a must in your kitchen. 
- Affordable price compares to the other tofu presses that are out in the market. I mean, I have not used other tofu press before, but this one works well so I don't need to try the other brands. 
- I was able to squeeze out 1/4 cup of water out of the tofu in just a few minutes and I would have squeezed more if I let it stay longer. 
- It came in with its own little measuring tool so you can figure out the width of your tofu.
- No more using of paper towels, or heavy pans or cans to squeeze water out. 
- What else can I say except EZ Tofu Press is an excellent product. 
- And like always, I love products that are made in the USA. 

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(I don't even know what to call this dish, but I just mixed vegetables together with the tofu and added some tomato sauce. It doesn't look pretty, but it was good!)



Don't forget to visit the website today to find out more. 
You can purchase the EZ Tofu Press on Amazon


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Monday, December 9, 2013

Product Review: Mrs. Fields Half And Half Pan By Love Cooking Company

My family received a complimentary product from Love Cooking Company to facilitate a dependable and honest review. Please read the full disclosure below. 

If you are having trouble deciding what cupcake to make for the Christmas season, check out this product that I received from Love Cooking Company that might help figure out your baking decision dilemma. Have you ever heard of Mrs. Fields Half And Half Pan before? If not, check out below and learn more about the product. 

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About Love Cooking Company
We believe that there is no higher value than showing your loved ones that you care. Our company was created to embrace and inspire more loving moments. They may occur while cooking together expressed in the form of appreciation as friends and family delight in what you have made for them. They will preserve these tastes and smells in their hearts for a lifetime.

The Love Cooking Company is proud to partner with the Mrs. Fields Company. Their wonderful baking history blended with the innovation and mission of the Love Cooking Company is an unbeatable recipe that will spread more love around the world!

Mrs. Fields Half And Half Pan
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Price: 


Can't decide which flavor to bake? Make them both with Mrs. Fields' Half N Half Cupcake/Muffin Pan! Complete with an easy-to-use-and-clean divider to separate cupcakes into two halves, the Half & Half Cupcake Pan lets users combine strawberry, chocolate, vanilla… and any other delicious flavors your heart (or appetite) desires!
Size: 16" x 10.17" x 1.33"M
Materials: Non-Stick Carbon Steel & Plastic
Patent Pending
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Note: The white plastic part comes off and must not be included when baking. Of course! 

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(Vanilla Beet Cupcakes)


My Review:

- I like the fact that I can bake two different cupcakes in one to make fun and festive baked treats. 
- The quality of the product is wonderful and it is not something thin or cheaply made (at least the pan part).
- Easy to use. 
- Easy clean up. 
- I don't have to use individual batter dividers to make half and half cupcakes because that can be time consuming. With the Mrs. Fields Half and Half divider it cuts down the time. 


What I Don't Like About It?


- I wish the divider part (the white plastic material) was a bit heavier so that it is flushed all the way to the bottom of the cupcake tins so the batter doesn't start flowing from under and transfer to the other side. When I load up the batter on the other half, I have to be in a hurry or else the batter starts flowing to the other side from under and mixes up with the other batter. I also have to have someone to help me push the divider to make sure it is flushed to the bottom (my little boy helps me on that part). With that said, it doesn't make a perfect half and half when you look at it from the side. It doesn't work well if you have a thin/thinner batter, but works with thick/thicker batter. 

Even with the little snag on the divider part, I still enjoy using the product when baking because it is not only for making half and half baked goodies, but you can even use it for making your other favorite muffins or cupcakes. I still use it from time to time when I fancy making half and half cupcakes and I will be using it this Christmas for baking treats for the family. My kids enjoy having some homemade baked treats and half and half puts a spin to a rather plain cupcakes. 

If this was my money, I still would buy it compare to the individual dividers because it is easier to use, even with a little issue with their product. I just need someone to help me hold down the divider to make sure the batter does not transfer to the other side from under. 

How about you, everyone? Have you ever tried Mrs. Fields Half and Half Pan before? How do you like it? If not, would you like to win one? If so, all you have to do is enter the Rafflecopter below. Easy steps to win so remember, the more entries you put in, the more chances to win. Just in time for the Christmas season! Thank you and Good luck! Also, watch the video below to learn more. 

This giveaway is open to US only
Ends on the 13th of this month, December to make sure the winner will receive in time for the Christmas season. 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Rafflecopter Code:
http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/share-code/ZTU5OGU2MjA5MGQ3YTk0MjQ5NWJjZDU3Y2MzNTNlOjMw/



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Thursday, November 21, 2013

Product Review: Ozeri Elite Ceramic 3-Piece Knife Set


It is no secret I like to cook and that I cook everyday. We rarely go out to eat, which is nice because not only we save money from dining out, but we know exactly who cooks the food. When you cook a lot like me, it is necessary to have things in your kitchen that can help your cooking experience easier. Example, when you are preparing your food, it is easier and faster when you chop fruits and vegetables with a sharp knife and not a dull one. And not just a sharp knife, but a great quality knife. For years I have been using the wrong knife for preparing food in the kitchen, which wasn't very pleasant at all. When I had the chance to try out some Ozeri Elite Chef Black Ceramic knives, I took the opportunity. Months ago, Ozeri agreed to work with me for a product review and sent me a set of Ozeri Elite Chef Black Ceramic 3-Piece Knife Set for free. Now stay awhile and let's get to know the product well and see if it is working.


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What is Ozeri?

Ozeri is a specialty manufacturer of digital lifestyle products for the modern home. Ozeri began as a supplier to the destination club market. This market spans vacation residences in the destination club industry, fractional residences, timeshares, and condo hotel apartments. 

Ozeri products are found in vacation residences that span the globe, from majestic European estates, luxurious desert spa resorts, and private tropical resorts. Ozeri products are of a pedigree for ultra luxury markets we serve, were five-star residences are matched with the finest kitchen, bath, entertainment, and personal amenities. We incorporate award-winning designs, innovative materials, and durable construction for a long product satisfaction. 

Ozeri is also and emerging brand in the consumer marketplace. Ozeri products are made available to the consumer through an efficient business model. Unlike competitive brands, with Ozeri products the final price borne by the consumer is not burdened by advertising, marketing and other traditional costs that support brand equity. The Ozeri brand is instead built on the relationships formed by touch-points that countless guests have with our products at vacation residences around the world. 

Ozeri Elite Chef Black Ceramic 3-Piece Knife Set
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Where can you buy it? Click Here

Product Features: 

- Includes 3 Ultra-sharp 100% black ceramic knives. 
- Perfectly balanced ergonomic handles make chopping, mincing and dicing super easy. 
- Utilizes the purest ceramic for hardness close to diamonds. 
- Will not rust of corrode from long-term exposure to moisture.
- No more fatigue-- weigh less than half the weight of similar metal knives. 

- 6" 100% Ceramic Chef's Knife
- 5" 100% Ceramic Slicing Knife
- 3" 100% Ceramic Paring Knife

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My Review:

- I like the packaging of the knives. It comes with its own owner's manual so you know how to better take care of your Ceramic Knives.


- I was amazed at how light the knives are because before I have been using a heavy knife and my arms get pretty tired from all the chopping whenever I work a lot in the kitchen. These were so easy to handle and it makes prepping faster. 

- It is it really sharp? Oh yes, it is! I learned that you are more likely to cut yourself when using a dull knife, than when using a sharp one. 


- The top part of the knife's handle has these little ridges for good grip. 


- I have been needing a good paring knife for so long now and the Ceramic Knife-set I got has one. 

- Another thing I love about these knives is that it is easy to wash. It doesn't have any rust or is corroded. I have been using these knives for a little over 5 months now and I am pleased with the product. These are honestly my favorite set of knives so far. 

- My little issue with the other knife, is that sometimes when I am cutting up some of the vegetables that are a bit of a tougher to cut, I do wish to use a heavier knife because I feel like I am in control. I don't use the Ceramic for that job. These knives are good for chopping, mincing, dicing, and paring. It still does its job and it helps my food prepping much faster and easier.

- It also chips easily, which if you watch my video you can see my knife with a chip. 

- Plus, you can't use the knife for whacking a clove of garlic because it can break. It is made of Ceramic and it is a little bit of a thinner side compare to my other heavy kitchen knife.

- For five months of using the Ozeri knives, I am a satisfied customer. Yes, I would recommend it to others who love to cook (or learning) and in need of great quality knives. Check out Ozeri! Thank you, Ozeri! Visit their website today and check out their other luxurious Ozeri products. 

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Monday, November 4, 2013

Product Review: Wraptastic

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About six months ago, my family received a complimentary product from Wraptastic for free in exchange for a product review. What is Wraptastic? Read below. 


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Wraptastic Features: 
- Use with any wrap- Works with wax paper, plastic wrap, aluminum foil and more! 
- Spring loaded- Easily pop wrap rolls in and out
- Safe- Stainless Steel blade is recessed to protect fingers
- Steady- Rubber feet hold in place on counters, tables, etc
- Easy to Store- Fits in most kitchen drawers

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Prize: 
- Buy One Get One Only $10.99

Where to buy?
- Order online
- I have also seen them available at Walmart so go check them out. 
- If you leave in Canada and are interested, you can also order from their website. 

FAQs about Wraptastic:
What is included in the box?
- We will send you two (2) Wraptastic Dispensers and as our FREE Gift to you, we will also include a 50 foot roll of plastic wrap and a 25 foot roll of Aluminum Foil. 

How can I use the Wraptastic Dispenser?
- Simply push the white adapters into each end of your rolls cardboard core, place your roll inside the Wraptastic dispenser, pull out the desired length, press down on the cover, and wrap! 

Are there instructions included with the Wraptastic dispenser? 
- Yes, we supply detailed, illustrative instructions with each Wraptastic dispenser. 

What is so special about the Wraptastic dispenser?
- The Wraptastic dispenser makes it so easy to store leftovers and wrap foods. By eliminating the hassle of normal rolls in their flimsy cardboard containers, the Wraptastic dispenser works with any brand and standard size wax paper, plastic wrap, aluminum foil and more. The stainless steel cutting blade is recessed and hidden to protect fingers, and the rubber feet on the bottom will steadily hold the Wraptastic in place on counters and tabletops. The Wraptastic dispenser will even fit inside most kitchen drawers. 

My Review: 
I really want to enjoy this product because I like the concept and the idea of Wraptastic. I know I am not the only one who has problems dealing with plastic wrappers and how it bunches up or sticks together when you use it or gets tangled up. When I stumbled upon Wraptastic, I was interested in their product and contacted them. They agreed to work with me and sent me one complimentary Wraptastic product. Even though this product didn't really work for me, there still are a few features that I do like about Wraptastic. 

What I Like About It?
- The safety of it. Wraptastic Stainless Steel Blade is recessed to protect fingers. 
- I like how easy it is to load the rolls in. It is Spring Loaded so it easily pops the wrap roll in and out. 
- Easy to assemble. It comes with stickers so you know what wrapper rolls you have in your Wraptastic. 
- I also like how easily it is to store, just like storing your wrap rolls in your drawers. 
- It also looks neat in your drawer when stored or just leave it on the counter. 
- Wraptastic is not only good for plastic wrap use, but can also be used for wax paper, aluminum foil and more. 

Be careful when you buy any wrapper rolls because you have to make sure that it fits in the Wraptastic. I have no problem dealing with aluminum foil, but if you want to use it for that, make sure that the ends of your cardboard core fit with the size of the adapters of the Wraptastic. Now, if only they can work more on the functionality of their product, this would be a good one. 

What I didn't like about it? 
- The product doesn't work at all. 
- It has made using the original box that the wrap rolls come in with easy to use than this device. 
- They always make it look easy on their video, but the no slip rubber grip feet don't work at all! 
- It does roll out the plastic wrap nice and easy, but when I cut it, it doesn't work. 
- I may have gotten a defective one, but I searched around for other reviews and some of them doesn't work either. 

Would I buy another one to see if it works the second time around? 
No, I wouldn't. 

Even with the sad experience I have with this product, I still want to thank Wraptastic for the opportunity. I hope this product worked for you if you have tried it before. Don't forget to visit their website today and learn more about the product. How about you? Have you tried Wraptastic before? Did it work for you? 

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