June 30, 2009
June 2009 Monthly Round-Up for Kitchen Contraptions
Here's the look back at June 2009, with a strong July ahead of us here at Kitchen Contraptions. Thanks for being a loyal reader and also check us out at Twitter.
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June 29, 2009
Mojito Glasses
Mojitos are trendy now, so why not have special mojito glasses to serve them in? These glasses come in a set of four.
At Mojito Glasses
June 26, 2009
Back to Basics TEM4500 4-Slot Egg-and-Muffin Toaster
Who wants to eat their egg and muffin alone? This popular egg and muffin toaster allows you to slice up to four slices of bread, English muffins, bagels, or croissants at once. At the same time, you can steam-poach two eggs and warm pre-cooked meat. It also includes an egg basket that allows you to hard- or soft-boil up to eight eggs at a time.
At Back to Basics TEM4500 4-Slot Egg-and-Muffin Toaster
June 25, 2009
PizzaQue Grill-Top Pizza Stone
I would really like to try grilling pizza. This pizza stone can be used on the grill or in the oven. It has a stainless steel base, so it can go on open flames. But the stone also separates from the base, so you can use the stone in the oven. It also has a built-in thermometer.
At PizzaQue Grill-Top Pizza Stone
June 24, 2009
Oxo Good Grips Flexible Vegetable Brush - Clean Your Vegetables
With your garden in full swing, you're going to soon need a good vegetable brush to get all that dirt off of your carrots. The OXO Good Grips Brush has nylon bristles that clean thoroughly, and is perfect for potatoes, carrots, and more. It features a flexible, non-slip body, and is dishwasher-safe.
At Oxo Good Grips Flexible Vegetable Brush
June 23, 2009
Cherry Chomper, Mess Free Cherry and Olive Pitter
I love cherry pie, but the thought of pitting all the cherries is a big deterrent. This cherry pitter may do the trick. You place the cherry in the mouth and press down.
At Cherry Chomper, Mess Free Cherry and Olive Pitter
June 22, 2009
Nostalgia Bakery Express - Micro-Batch Micro Cookies
This small appliance lets you bake a half dozen 2-inch diameter cookies in minutes. It features a non-stick cast aluminum tray, and can bake from 375 to 400 F. It comes with 8 cookie molds, and also comes with 12 cookie cutters: rabbit, bell, double heart, Christmas tree, star, teddy bear, pumpkin, firework, flag, shamrock, Santa head and circle.
At Nostalgia COM-102 Bakery Express
June 19, 2009
Stainless Steel Meat Hook
Flipping meat on the grill is not always easy. This hook is designed to flip large cuts of beef, chicken, and ribs, etc. It is made from stainless steel and has a rosewood handle.
At Stainless Steel Meat Hook
June 18, 2009
Hamilton Beach 40911 2-Quart Electric Iced Tea Maker
I have decided that I need an ice tea maker and this one looks good. It allows you to brew a pitcher of iced tea in less than 10 minutes. You can use either loose tea or bags and adjust for mild, medium, or strong brewing. The pitcher is slim enough to fit in most refrigerator doors.
At Hamilton Beach 40911 2-Quart Electric Iced Tea Maker
June 17, 2009
Wilton Giant Cupcake Pan - Feed Your Giant Friends
You can use this top-and-bottom oversized cupcake pan to make giant cupcakes for that giant in your life. The pan creates a 3D cupcake that measures approximately 7-1/4 by 7-1/2 inches. The cupcake pan is made of heavy-gauge cast aluminum with nonstick surface, and washes up easily.
Via Fresh Trend at Giant Cupcake Pan
June 16, 2009
BarbeSkew II - Rotisserie BBQ
The BarbeSkew is a rotisserie BBQ that constantly rotates your meat, instead of leaving it static on a grill to burn in place when you forget to flip it. How does it work? You skewer your chosen cuts of meats onto the 7 small skewers then slip them into the groves provided over the hot charcoal fire. The meats then slowly rotate, allowing the meat to receive a 360 degree view of the fire below and to cook evenly. You also get 2 cage skewers enabling you to still cook sausages and burgers that also benefit from the same 360 degree cooking experience.
Via BarbeSkew II at DrinkStuff
June 15, 2009
Lodge Logic Pre-Seasoned Fajita Set
Fajitas are fun to make, especially if you have the right equipment. This fajita set includes a griddle, wooden underliner, and a chili pepper handle mitt. The cast iron griddle is pre-seasoned and ready to use.
At Lodge Logic Pre-Seasoned Fajita Set
June 12, 2009
Wilton Brownie Cup Pan
Brownie sundaes are one of my favorite things. This nonstick cupcake pan allows you to make brownie or sponge cake bowls that can be filled with deliciousness.
At Wilton Brownie Cup Pan
June 11, 2009
Pepper Corer
There is a tool for every task. This is a pepper corer. The corer's serrated sides separate the core and seeds from small and medium-sized peppers. The blade has v-shaped teeth to help extract the contents.
At Pepper Corer
June 10, 2009
Mr. Coffee 3-Quart Ice Tea Maker - Make Perfect Iced Tea
Whether you like your tea sweet or unsweetened, this iced tea maker will get the job done. This iced tea maker makes great tasting iced tea or iced coffee, and features a 3 Qt. easy-to-pour pitcher. It's a pretty simple rig to operate and has a On/off indicator light, and Auto shut-off.
At Mr. Coffee TM3-2 3-Quart Ice Tea Maker
June 9, 2009
Beanzawave - USB-Powered Heinz Beans Microwave
OMG - Awesome. Can you say baked beans at your desk? We can thanks to the Beanzawave. Heinz is working on a USB beans microwave, and no, this isn't a joke. The Beanzawave is billed as the world's smallest microwave, measuring just 7.4 inches tall by 2.6 inches wide and 5.9 inches deep. We're not sure when it will be released, but if it does it will retail for around $160. Now those are some expensive desk baked beans.
You know the Beanzawave has to make an appearance on The Office...
Via Gizmodo and more at Fast Company
June 8, 2009
Art Lebedev's Swissarmius - Organize Your Cutlery Swiss Army Style
Storing all of those stirring, cutting, mixing utensils can be hell, but not with Swissarmius. This Transformer-like storage holder, easily swallows up the entire mess on your kitchen countertops, and looks great too.
Via Gizmo Diva at Art Lebedev's Swissarmius
June 5, 2009
Wine Bottle Thermometer - Never Under Chill Again
No more guessing if the wine is chilled just right or too warm to serve. Within minutes, this band with LED display provides a read-out of the wine’s temperature’ and if it’s ready to serve to your guests. We're big fans of chilled wine, but we've never gone the distance on the right amount of chill. We also think this gadget would be good for a fridge thermometer in a pinch as well.
Via The Red Ferret Journal at Solutions
June 4, 2009
Sodastream Fountain Jet Seltzer
Making soda at home seems like it could be fun! This start up kit comes with everything you need to start turning sparkling water into soda. The soda maker has an automatic gas release function and fits extra large carbonaters. You can order many different flavors from the company.
At Sodastream Fountain Jet Seltzer
June 3, 2009
Pyrex Prepware 8-Cup Measuring Cup with Lid
I like the idea of a measuring cup with a lid. This glass 8-cup measuring cup comes with a lid to easily transport liquids. The lid has 4 positions, which allows you to sift, pour, strain, or sprinkle.
At Pyrex Prepware 8-Cup Measuring Cup with Lid
June 2, 2009
Solar Ovens - Have a Sun-e-que
Instead of a Barbeque you can let the Sun do all the work and have a Sun-e-que. The Sun means free fuel, and that means no more trips to refill your propane tank too. This solar cooker is all about heating up a crock pot or HOT POT, and works on any sunny day.
The HotPot solar oven comes with the large heavy duty black enameled steel pot and glass cooker that is pictured above. The Hot Pot solar cooker is a large thick clear tempered glass bowl, fitting inside the glass is a strong black steel pot surrounded the glass cooker. There is 1/2” between the metal and the glass allowing a small pocket of air space to surround the pot for added heat retention.
How does it work? The sun penetrates the transparent glass, strikes the black pot, and converts to heat that is retained inside the glass bowl. On a sunny day, a quart of water will boil in less than an hour, a four pound chicken will cook in about two hours in a HotPot. The cooker rests inside a super shiny metal reflector, which is composed of several panels riveted together that easily fold out to capture the direct and indirect energy of the sun. The sturdy reflector sets up in 30 seconds. It is made to be easily collapsible and folds down into a flat compact unit that takes up little storage space when you are not using it.
This solar oven is going to set you back $99, but we think given the no fuel long term cost - it's a steal.
At solarovens.net
June 1, 2009
May 2009 Monthly Round Up for Kitchen Contraptions
May was another amazing month of Kitchen Contraptions - filled with kitchen gadgets, grilling, and other kitchen wonders. Expect June to be filled as well. Thanks again to all of our loyal readers, and we hope to do some giveaways soon.
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