Review

Whip up custom coffee specialty drinks in your own kitchen, with just the right amount of foam on your double tall latte, with this sturdy Italian-made espresso machine. It has an all-steel construction under heavy chrome plating, making it as sturdy and shiny as the bumpers of a ‘55 Buick. The machine is 12 by 7 inches in size (with the handle lowered) and comes with a tamper, screen, screen holder, measuring ladle, and cappuccino attachment, as well as complete operating instructions and a ten-minute video. The machine’s sleek, retro look sports shiny surfaces, a thick base with curved edges, and a pull-down coffee compressor. It’s attractive enough to leave out on the counter (and really too heavy to move around frequently), and once you get used to inexpensive lattes at home, you’ll want it handy for everyday use. –Marcie BovetzEditor’s note: This item may arrive with water inside from the manufacturer’s pressure test. This is a normal occurrence and doesn’t point to a problem with the machine.

The traditional la Pavoni! Superbly polished chrome finish accents the highly efficient design which dates back to 1961. La Pavoni has set a standard for quality and style only found in old wo

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Prepare entire meals, large or small, in one easy step. This digital rice cooker flawlessly prepares up to 16 cooked cups of any type of rice and will simultaneously steam meat and vegetables. It has a cool-touch exterior and an easy-to-use, programmable control panel that includes functions such as automatic warming and delay timer. The removable heavy-duty inner pot is non-stick for easy serving and cleanup. Includes measuring cup, steam tray and rice paddle. Uses approximately 8 cups of uncooked rice to prepare 16 cups of cooked rice.

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Take the guesswork out of making restaurant-quality rice at home with this easy-to-use appliance. The 8-cup rice cooker prepares 4 to 16 cups of perfectly cooked rice at a time–great when gathering the family or a group of friends for dinner. Simply add dry rice, measure in the water, and turn the unit on with a press of the button. Once the rice has cooked, the appliance automatically switches over to “keep warm” mode, which maintains an ideal serving temperature without over-cooking for up to 12 hours. More than just a rice cooker, the appliance can also be used to heat soups and stews or steam meat and vegetables while simultaneously cooking rice for convenient one-pot meals. The unit’s lid locks in heat, moisture, and flavor, and its nonstick removable inner pot ensures effortless food release and quick cleanup. Even more, the programmable unit offers a user-friendly control panel with a digital LED display that makes it easy to set the 15-hour delay timer. Other highlights include a steam vent, a condensation collector, “cook” and “warm” indicator lights, a cool-touch exterior, and an easy-open hinged lid with a carrying handle for convenient transport. A measuring cup, steam tray, and rice paddle come inclu

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Take the guesswork out of making restaurant-quality rice at home with this easy-to-use appliance. The 8-cup rice cooker prepares 4 to 16 cups of perfectly cooked rice at a time–great when gathering the family or a group of friends for dinner. Simply add dry rice, measure in the water, and turn the unit on with a press of the button. Once the rice has cooked, the appliance automatically switches over to “keep warm” mode, which maintains an ideal serving temperature without over-cooking for up to 12 hours. More than just a rice cooker, the appliance can also be used to heat soups and stews or steam meat and vegetables while simultaneously cooking rice for convenient one-pot meals. The unit’s lid locks in heat, moisture, and flavor, and its nonstick removable inner pot ensures effortless food release and quick cleanup. Even more, the programmable unit offers a user-friendly control panel with a digital LED display that makes it easy to set the 15-hour delay timer. Other highlights include a steam vent, a condensation collector, “cook” and “warm” indicator lights, a cool-touch exterior, and an easy-open hinged lid with a carrying handle for convenient transport. A measuring cup, steam tray, and rice paddle come inclu

View Aroma ARC-838TC 8-Cup Digital Cool-Touch Rice Cooker and Food Steamer Details

Prepare entire meals, large or small, in one easy step. This digital rice cooker flawlessly prepares up to 16 cooked cups of any type of rice and will simultaneously steam meat and vegetables. It has a cool-touch exterior and an easy-to-use, programmable control panel that includes functions such as automatic warming and delay timer. The removable heavy-duty inner pot is non-stick for easy serving and cleanup. Includes measuring cup, steam tray and rice paddle. Uses approximately 8 cups of uncooked rice to prepare 16 cups of cooked rice.

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Review

True baristas “pull” an espresso with a lever instead of punching a button and relying on an automatic pump’s whims. With this Italian-made machine, you force water through the coffee yourself, using the lever to precisely control speed, which means you get the full flavor and thick cap of crema that mark an ideal drink. Pulling an espresso the old-fashioned way is enormously gratifying, and a video accompanying the machine will teach anyone the skills needed to become a barista. A steam wand heats milk for hot chocolate and creates foam for cappuccinos, lattes, and other coffee drinks, while an alternate wand with frothing attachment produces heaps of foam automatically. The water tank holds 20 ounces, enough to make 8 cups before the tank (accessible under the machine’s removable dome) needs refilling and before water needs to be heated again (the heating element’s rating is 1,000 watts maximum, 800 watts minimum). A glass tube permits water-level monitoring, and a thermostat triggers a green light when water reaches the correct crema-producing temperature. An internal fuse, which can be reset in the base, prevents overheating. This version of La Pavoni’s Europiccola model comes in gleaming chrome and f

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Ideal for entertaining or everyday use, this convenient two-in-one appliance can brew up to 8 cups of coffee or up to 4 cups of espresso at the same time. The espresso/coffee machine’s removable cone filter basket and removable water reservoir provides easy filling, while its brew-strength setting accommodates individual preferences. And frothing or steaming milk for cappuccino and lattes is quick and easy with the variable steam control and swivel steam valve. Other useful features include a lighted “on/off” switch, a pressure safety valve, and a pause-n-serve function for pouring a cup midbrew. The unit’s dishwasher-safe glass carafe and removable drip tray make cleanup a snap. A measuring scoop is included. The espresso/coffee machine measures approximately 10 by 12 by 11 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

Product Description
Indulge creating your specialty coffee drinks at home. You can have fun serving Espresso, Cappuccinos and Lattes to your guest while conveniently being able to also make regular black coffee. Show off with your Combination Coffeemaker and Espresso/ Cappuccino Maker machine. Coffeemaker has a removable cone filter basket, removable water reservoir and 8 cup capacity. Espresso/ Cappuccino Maker is a steam-driven unit with a variable steam control, powerful frothing aid and 4 cup capacity.

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Amazon.com Review
Healthy cooking and sleek modern design meld in this rice cooker from Cuisinart. Finished in a handsome brushed stainless steel, the square cooker features rounded corners, chrome-plated handles, and a glass lid with a stainless rim, chrome knob, and steam vent hole. Inside you’ll find a high-quality, stainless-steel steaming basket and a nonstick cooking bowl that produces 8 to 15 cups of rice. The cooker also steams vegetables and thin cuts of meat, creating a complete, fat-free meal with little effort. Besides various types of rice, the cooker cooks couscous, polenta, oatmeal, boiled eggs, shrimp, and much more. An included booklet presents gourmet recipes for such mouth-watering meals as Creamy Parmesan Risotto with Asparagus, and Teriyaki Steamed Chicken with Cranberry Wild Rice. Cuisinart gives this upscale rice cooker extra panache with a cord that pulls out and then retracts for storage. One lever is all that’s required to flip the machine on. Two different colored LED lights illuminate, one during the cooking phase, and the other when the machine automatically switches to warm when cooking is done. Included with the machine are a textured plastic paddle for stirring and serving, and a plastic measuring cup calibrated specifically for rice. All the unit’s removable parts are dishwasher-safe. The cooker measures 9 by 9 by 10 inches, and is covered by a three-year warranty. –Ann Bieri

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Cuisinart 8 Cup Rice Cooker has a brushed stainless housing and embossed Cuisinart logo. Makes 8-15 cups of rice. Traditional Lever control with warm and cook settings

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The Brazil French Press coffee maker, designed in the early 80’s, quickly became a symbol of what Bodum stands for. Attractive and functional design at an affordable price!

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Amazon.com Review
A virtually unbreakable polycarbonate carafe makes this coffee press sturdy enough for picnics or camping. To use a French press, grounds are placed in the bottom of the (preheated with hot water, if possible) carafe, then near-boiling water added. The lid with its stainless-steel rod and filter is pushed down after a few minutes of steeping, and the coffee is ready to pour. Many coffee aficionados swear by the French press method. The Hugo features a second mesh screen in the lid that removes even more of the coffee grounds sediment typically left behind by most coffee presses. In addition to the polycarbonate carafe, the Hugo features a rubberized comfort-grip handle and plastic frame, which makes it possible for coffee (or tea) to be reheated in a microwave when the lid and stainless-steel fixtures are removed. The Hugo eight-cup carafe makes about 32 ounces of coffee, which is more like four cups for most coffee drinkers. An individual-sized 12-ounce model is also available, and both come in black, white, blue, or green. –Ann Bieri

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The BonJour Unbreakables… for those who are a little clumsy before their morning coffee! The Monet Unbreakable French Press is elegant and durable, perfect for patio, RV, boat or picnics. The carafe is made of polycarbonate that is unbreakable with normal use and care. The lid and frame are stainless steel as is the filter rod and assembly. Includes BonJour’s filtering lid for less sediment in your coffee.

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