Zojirushi NS-TGC10 Review

Monday, May 2, 2011
Posted by Admin

I had only 2 mildly negative thoughts on Zojirushi NS-TGC10 wonderful machine - it takes a pretty long time to make rice compared to stove-top, and the results can be dry if you follow the manual instructions - you will need to experiment a few batches. The solutions are: to start the rice earlier in the day - it stays perfect on hold for many hours - and in my case (Carolina Rice) I up the water. For 1.5 "cups" I fill the water to the 2 line in the bowl. I say "cups" because the scoop is not a standard cup measurement, and the results are also not a standard cup. Not a big issue at all.

The timer function is great if you know what time you want to eat, fill, set and come back later.

Everyone who has seen Zojirushi NS-TGC10 in action wants their own. The price is higher, but if you go for quality and results without wasting time and money on lesser machines first, this is a great choice...

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Weber Genesis E-320 Test

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I have previously owned several charbroil grills that only lasted a few seasons (even with proper maintenance and covering). I finally decided to go for a Weber Genesis E-320 and will never look back! I have been cooking with this grill for approximately 3 weeks now, and after each experience, I cannot wait to cook with it again. The high quality materials that make up the grill set the stage for an amazing meal. From grilling steaks, fish, veggies, to warming up foods, everything is cooked to perfection. This grill was worth the few dollars more for the quality and longevity that I am sure it will provide for many years and meals to come.

The Weber Genesis E-320 grill did require assembly. Give yourself a few hours to do so with the very clear and easily followed directions that are provided.
I highly recommend this grill to anyone in the market...


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Juiceman JM1000M Test

Thursday, April 28, 2011
Posted by Admin

It's hard to complain about the Juiceman JM1000M juice extractor and food processor. The price is low, it works as both a food processor and a juicer, and it looks nice on your kitchen counter.

Overall, the JM1000M looks like a great addtion to my kitchen ... but it doesn't "feel" as great as it looks. Build quality is a little questionable with thin plastics in a few spots and a motor that you can hear straining when you put anything tough inside the food processor.

Neither of these issues have prevented the Juiceman JM1000M from working as advertised, but I suspect food processor won't hold up as well as my parents' old food processor which lasted for almost 30 years before the motor died. If you accidentally drop the top plastic portion of the machine while you're putting it away in your cabinet or you regularly stress the motor with tough, raw fruits or nuts then this food processor might not survive.

Nevertheless, despite the weak "feeling" of this machine, the Juiceman JM1000M works like it should and gets the job done at a low price..

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Hoover F8100900 Review

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I previously had a Bissel ProHeat, and was not pleased with its cleaning power. Although Hoover F8100900 machine is pretty pricey, I thought I would get better results with this. I have white couches and off-white carpet, three cats, and one 4-year old. I used the hand tools to clean the couches, and it did a FANTASTIC job!! However, when I moved the unit to the laundry room to clean it, the brushes fell off and can not be reattached.

I have only had Hoover F8100900 for about three weeks, and already have to take it in for service. I read a lot of reviews that said pretty much the same thing, but I bought it anyway. I would still recommend this to a friend (as long as they have the time to take it in for repairs!!). When this machine is working properly, it is great and well worth the money..

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