The holidays are a great time to watch your old kitchenware fall apart under the stress of all the extra prep going on. Will you be treating yourself to new kitchen gear? Help us with some reviews!

no Onion 7-Inch Santoku Knife i am a sad panda

is this a 4.5" steak knife or paring knife?

I've had the 7pc version of the Cuisinart 14pc Cookware Set for three years and love them. I really think this cookware is the best value out there.

I've used the hell out of the 10in skillet. It all holds up very well. And they handle 500f temp, which is why I bought them in the first place.

Be sure to hand wash- dishwasher detergent is a bit harsh on the non-stick.

I got the 10.75" walnut pepper mill - it's a gift, so no grinding review - but it's a nice, solid-seeming grinder made of pretty wood!

oh, spice tulips, when will you return? I pine for you.

...I'd also be in for a spice weasel d:

Why isn't the knife block included in the 3 piece Shun set? The only difference between the sets is the bread/nakiri knife, which both have pretty similar MSRPs.

I've switched from chef's knives to santoku myself. They handle much better and are more precise unless you're carving a huge roast. Just my two cents.

Cast Iron from China? Umm, NO!!

Cast Iron from Tennessee? When, Woot!? (I've got almost everything with a "!" on it, and one with a "i" on it.) I'm always lookin' for more AMERICAN Cast Iron, Woot! (Or, "i".)

steve

alextse wrote:I've switched from chef's knives to santoku myself. They handle much better and are more precise unless you're carving a huge roast. Just my two cents.

I also, like the santoku blades. I've got a zebra set from right here, and, for a REAL CHEAP knife, I'm IMPRESSED. I've got a few from other sources, and they're good. Those cheap ones sharpen up easier than my expensive ones do. If you see the animal print set here, get it! (I've got 3 sets of Giraffe blades for Christmas gifts.)

steve

Ok, I'm a bit bemused by the Shun DMS444 Classic 4-Piece Block Set: it's out of stock on regular woot, but still in stock at moofi.woot, and for 1c cheaper.

I have been anxiously awaiting the return of this product so I can share my sentiments. The Lok-n-Lok was the worst purchase I have ever made! They dont nest and there is no consistency in the lids so don't buy unless you have several empty cabinets that need to be filled.

Other than the look - what is the difference between the Shun Classic and the Shun Ken Onion line? Any quality difference one should be aware of?

andreaserben wrote:Other than the look - what is the difference between the Shun Classic and the Shun Ken Onion line? Any quality difference one should be aware of?

Original Ken Onion & the Classic line differed in the handle shape. Ken Onion designed an "ergonomic" handle to fit all hand sizes. In practice it seems to be a love / hate thing. The Classic is a more traditional Japanese handle shape. Some like it more than others, but I've not seen the really strong reactions (either way.)

Since that first Ken Onion special edition came out they've made Ken Onion Elite, with the Elite line steel, and maybe others. These Ken Onion knives all seem to be VG-10 steel like the classic line.

Just a heads-up got the $200 set delivered
http://home.woot.com/offers/shun-classic-3-piece-set-1
it came as VG-MAX which according to Shun is a step up from VG-10.

What is Woots return policies?

Woot's return policy, basically, is no returns.

egkg wrote:What is Woots return policies?

skou wrote:Cast Iron from China? Umm, NO!!

Cast Iron from Tennessee? When, Woot!? (I've got almost everything with a "!" on it, and one with a "i" on it.) I'm always lookin' for more AMERICAN Cast Iron, Woot! (Or, "i".)

steve

Hate to burst your bubble, but Lodge enameled cast iron is made in China, too.

craigthom wrote:Hate to burst your bubble, but Lodge enameled cast iron is made in China, too.

That's disappointing to learn. It keeps getting harder to buy any cookware made in the U.S. unless you can afford All-Clad.

Nothing but love for the Lock & Locks... I've had a set from Woot! for over a year now and they're still one of the best kitchen purchases I've made.

They're 100% air and water tight and survive a 4-5 foot fall from the fridge even if they're stuffed full of soup. They're definitely freezer/microwave/dishwasher safe too.

I can say they're certainly much better than anything you buy at that price in a Target or Walmart (since I've bought and destroyed almost all of the other brands available.)

The containers nest/stack nicely... the lids, not so much. However, with the set that I got there are only two lid choices for 8 different container sizes which makes everything easier.

$129.00 for a mortar and pestle? Wow.

Avoid the Capresso. Even if the handles aren't breaking off like they were six years ago, there are dozens of better options out there.

craigthom wrote:Hate to burst your bubble, but Lodge enameled cast iron is made in China, too.

Which is why I don't have any.

All of my lodge is non-stick, and that non-stick was made by me. (Rust proof, too.)

steve

It would be interesting to see an interior view of the mortar and a bottom view of the pestle in the Curtis Stone CS06SS "Bump & Grind" Stainless Steel Mortar & Pestle.

When I purchased Joseph Joseph Elevate Carousel Set with Bonus 3pc Spatula Set here 1 month ago, it was $39.99.

I love Lock and Lock. This set does not nest but getting rid of assorted Cool Whip and deli meat containers will free up the needed space to stack them. And, these are so useful there won't be many empties to store.

They keep food fresh in the fridge and cabinets, freeze, microwave, and wash in the dishwasher with no problem, travel to school, work, campground or hiking trail with no spillage. They can organize pieces and parts in the tool aisle and the craft room, and keep small toy pieces together.

Buy these. You won't be sorry.

freakin' A. First time I used the Core bamboo cutting board, it split right down the middle. *fail*