Kitchen

Best Waffle Maker Reviews – Top 5 Hottest List for with Buying Guide It’s not always easy to compare waffle makers, because there are a number of different styles: those which make thick Belgian waffles, those which make thin and crispy American waffles, ones which can make both types, and even some which have both … Read more

Who would have expected it? The venerable toaster oven understandably underwent small makeovers and slight changes since it was introduced by GE as the Toast-R-Oven in 1955, but remained fundamentally the same for decades. Over those years, the toaster oven became – and remained – the best-selling kitchen appliance in America. And from kitchens to … Read more

There are lots of kitchen appliances which claim they produce the same results as the “real thing” without actually delivering – the best air fryers seem to be an exception. The Best Air Fryer – How Close Do They Get to Deep Fried Food? Indoor grills and cheap electric pasta makers are two that fall into … Read more

It’s a tempting thought in the middle of winter: the unmistakable taste of food grilled outdoors, without battling the elements or standing outdoors to cook in a heavy coat and gloves. Indoor electric grills offer the perfect way to do it. Unfortunately, many don’t pass the taste test. Let’s be honest. You’re never going to … Read more

Many realtors will tell you that when you’re trying to sell your house, the best thing you can do is bake something yummy just before potential buyers visit. That’s because the delicious smell of pies, cakes or bread just out of the oven makes a home seem even more welcoming and comfortable. That’s one of … Read more

The popularity of yogurt has soared over the last ten years, spurred not only by an increased understanding of yogurt’s many health benefits, but by the amazing growth in demand for Greek yogurt. And when foods become wildly popular, there’s one thing that’s virtually certain to follow: an avalanche of machines that let you make … Read more

In the world of culinary, Cookware is an integral part of the kitchen (even more so than your gas range), whether you are cooking a healthy meal for your family or for customers at the restaurant. High-quality equipment makes any task more manageable and is a worthwhile investment in the long term. Not only does … Read more

Best Over The Range Microwave Review – Top 5 Hottest List for  with Buying Guide It doesn’t matter whether you have a tiny kitchen in a studio apartment, or a gourmet kitchen in an expansive home – there’s never enough space on the counter for all of your appliances. Can openers and Cuisinarts jockey for … Read more

When microwave ovens were first introduced into the consumer marketplace, they were a novelty – and they were large and expensive. An oven that can cook or heat things up in seconds rather than half-an-hour or more? Amazing – as long as you were willing to pay more than a thousand dollars for a huge … Read more

Blenders have been a must-have kitchen appliance for decades. But when food processors first gained prominence many people pushed their “lowly blender” off to the side or even put it into the closet. It wasn’t long, though, before those people realized that blenders and food processors were two different – and essential – kitchen tools. … Read more

The Cuisinart food processor was a revolutionary kitchen appliance when it was introduced in America (and sold in the UK as the “Magimix”) in the early 1970s. In just a few short years it had a permanent place on the counter of any serious home cook, and the word “Cuisinart” became synonymous with this powerful … Read more

There’s something about a hand mixer, or even an electric handheld one, that can transport you back in time. Look: there’s mom in her apron with her hair in curlers, carefully mixing cake batter while smiling at her adorable brood as the luscious smells of chocolate and vanilla fill the air. We now return you … Read more

Interested in adding the newest must-have kitchen appliance to your home? If you’re like most people, of course you are – particularly if you’re intrigued by the enormous buzz around sous vide cooking. That means buying a vacuum sealer or food saver. There are other great reasons to consider one of these food vacuum sealers. … Read more

It can be frustrating to come across an amazing sale on frozen food at the supermarket – unless you have a deep freezer that gives you plenty of room to stock up. It can be frustrating to plan a party for a large group – unless you have a deep freezer and can handle all the … Read more

Anyone who’s lived in a college dorm will probably experience flashbacks to their younger days when thinking about a mini fridge. Small refrigerators were – and still are – ubiquitous in dorm rooms and common areas; the soda or beer, the yogurt or leftover pizza, the fruit or ice cream kept inside mini fridges have … Read more

Anyone who’s ever tasted fresh pasta knows there’s no way that a box of store-bought spaghetti can compare with home-made pasta. Making your own isn’t always the right choice, however. When you get home from a long day of work, you may not be up for pulling out the pasta machine, preparing the dough and … Read more

Believe it or not, it wasn’t until the mid 20th century that the electric can opener became a popular appliance in Western kitchens; it was invented during the Great Depression but didn’t catch on for several decades. Today, electric can openers are so much a part of our culture that if you handed an old-fashioned, … Read more

Not everyone is able to prepare a gourmet meal. In fact, just making dinner is beyond the ability of the many people who rely on pizza deliveries, GrubHub or the fast-food place that’s on the way home. But if there’s one food that even the cooking-challenged can easily serve up on a moment’s notice, it’s … Read more

Not too long ago, an electric kettle seemed like nothing more than a novelty – or perhaps something you’d buy as a gift when every item on a couple’s wedding registry list had already been taken. Today, these appliances have gained greatly in popularity as people realize that electric kettles are actually the most convenient … Read more

Most of us know that the key to a healthy body and mind is what we put into it. We’ve been bombarded with health messages telling us to eat more fresh fruit and vegetables. It’s pretty clear why. We all know the importance of protein in our diets. It helps to keep muscles strong and … Read more

The Groom+Style review team regularly run into a dilemma when ranking the top models of an appliance, and it was definitely an issue when compiling this best wine refrigerator top 5 list: exactly who are we compiling the rankings for? Someone buying their first cooler, a long-time wine collector, or a person somewhere in between? … Read more

Environmental quality experts will tell you that the biggest threats often aren’t what you can see, they’re what you can’t see. The same caution applies to drinking water: often, the biggest concerns aren’t what you can taste, they’re what you can’t taste. Sure, tap water in most municipalities is generally considered safe to drink (unless … Read more

We pay an inordinate amount of attention to the major appliances and equipment in our homes; refrigerators, stoves, water heaters and air conditioners are among them. What we usually take for granted are the smaller and less expensive fixtures and controls that surround them, like switches, thermostats, shower heads and faucets. Get the Best Kitchen … Read more

Surveys repeatedly show that professional chefs prefer gas over electric stoves by an eye-opening margin: well over 90%. In fact, in one Florida survey 98% of chefs chose gas as the energy source they prefer to cook with, because of consistent and even control of heat, faster cooking times, and better results – bring on … Read more

There’s one easy way to tell if someone is a clean freak: they wash their dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. We know that for a fact, because several members of the Groom+Style review team qualify for that description. It’s unnecessary to pre-clean dishes that are going into today’s best dishwashers, of course. They’re … Read more