Coffee Makers - How to Choose a Coffee Maker

Coffee Makers & Grinder Guide

NOV

18

2009

Bryan-Carey
Houston, TX

— BREWING CAPACITY — Among the different factors that influence the buying decision, the brewing capacity is going to rank near the top of the list. Coffee makers can brew anywhere from a single cup to thirty or more cups in a single cycle, with most coffee makers offering a standard size that ranges between eight and twelve cups of coffee. At the low end of the range are single cup … read more

Slow Cookers - What's the Best Slow Cooker?

Crock Pot Guide

SEP

14

2009

wildcatkatie
Chicago, IL

HOW DOES A SLOW COOKER WORK? — Automatic timing and heating helps prepare food. The temperature fluctuates between 150 to 300 degrees during the cooking period, and the crock pot turns itself off at the pre-determined time set by you. This longer cooking process makes meat and other produce tender and perfectly prepared for a delicious meal. — — — WHAT'S THE BEST SLOW … read more

Best Dishwasher - Consumer Guide to Dishwashers

Dishwasher Guide

NOV

5

2009

RudiXeno
Boca Raton, FL

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A DISHWASHER — — How much do you want to spend on a dishwasher? — It's important to be realistic here. Set your budget too low and you'll probably live for the next 5-7 years with disappointment and unwanted (and sometimes unanswered) service calls. Set your budget too high and you'll end up not only bruising your wallet, but probably purchasi… read more

How to Buy a Food Processor

Food Processor Guide

AUG

3

2009

TheBard
Aurora, IL

FOOD PROCESSOR BASICS — A versatile food processor with the requisite number of blades and attachments can chop food like a your best knife, blend ingredients like a power blender, knead bread like a mixer, and even extract juices like the most popular juicer. — The capacity of a food processor is always measured in cups. The smaller mini-processor units are easier to store, take no… read more

Cooktops - Choosing a Cooktop

Kitchen Cooktop Guide

APR

15

2009

RudiXeno
Boca Raton, FL

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING YOUR NEW COOKTOP — — In planning an improvement to your kitchen, some realistic self-understanding goes a long way and can save you substantial dollars and countless hours of research. Ask yourself the following questions throughout your cooktop decision-making process: — How serious a cook are you, or do you aspire to be? —… read more

Ranges - Finding the Right Kitchen Range

Kitchen Range Guide

NOV

16

2009

Bryan-Carey
Houston, TX

TYPE OF RANGE — — Several factors need to be considered before purchasing a new range and among them, the most important decision is the type of range. There are four basic options from which to select: — Electric Ranges - Coil — Electric ranges are the most popular type and among them, the most widespread is the electric range with exposed electric coils on the top co… read more

Microwave Survey Results - See what Viewpoints members really think about their microwaves

Microwave Oven Guide

SEP

28

2009

rma288
Chicago, IL

It can be really hard shopping for a new microwave. Everything seems questionable. "Is the sales guy actually helping me, or is he just trying to make a sale?" "Is this microwave really worth spending that much money?" "I love the features this microwave has - but how long will it last?" — So to help make the process a little bit easier, we sent out a survey asking Viewpoints members t… read more

Ovens - The Guide to Buying an Oven

Oven Guide

NOV

18

2009

TheBard
Aurora, IL

OVENS - THE BASICS — Most shoppers have some idea for what they are looking for before choosing their ideal oven. Regardless of what you want and need, there is an oven out there with your name on it. Ask yourself the following questions when shopping for a new oven. It will help you narrow down your final choice. — What type of oven will best fit my culinary needs? — Modern … read more

Refrigerator - Keep Your Cool and Find the Right Refrigerator

Refrigerator Guide

NOV

16

2009

LoveisJoy
Chicagoland, IL

REFRIGERATOR STYLES — Side-by-side refrigerators — As the name suggests, the Side-by-Side refrigerator has two cooling compartments - a refrigerator on one side and a freezer on the other. Side-by-Side refrigerators are a good choice for families with children because little ones can reach the ice cream with the same ease that they can grab a juice box. In addition, when considering … read more

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