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Find Best Price at Amazon"So far, I have had no problems at all, but I think this will be the weakest thing about this glass."
"We have bought a few of these from Academy as gifts and my wife owns one (you can tell who make the BIG bucks in our house). I started looking for a tumbler because the one I was using at work was pretty beat up but I didn’t want to send $30 for one (yes I’m cheap). I did some research and by the time I got my Amazon Yeti I was armed with this information. I tried to label the pics: fake on the left in red, real on the right in green. 4) HEIGHT – The fake one is about 1/8” taller. 5) UNDER – The 2 tumblers have the “Design in in Austin…” sentence but the numbers after “China” are different. There is a difference in weight, I think the real Yetis are a bit heavier (also got this info from a YouTube video). If you are paying anything under $30 and/or if the cup is being shipped directly for China, chances it is a fake. My advice (if you want a real Yeti) buy one directly from Yeti, REI, Academy, Dick’s, Cabela’s, ACE Hardware…. At the end I did spend $30: I bought 3 Ozark Trails (look up Yeti vs Ozark Trail in YouTube) from the local Wally-Mart: two 20oz tumblers and one 30oz tumbler."
"Bigfoot isn't real... and neither is this YETI."
"This is a fake YETI."
"I originally purchased one from REI and noticed that the two I recently ordered from Amazon did not look or feel right."
"The image pictured has a YETI lid."
"The lid has started to crack after 3 weeks."
"Counterfeit items!!!"
![Atlin Tumbler [30 oz. Double Wall Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulation] Travel Mug [Crystal Clear Lid] Water Coffee Cup [Straw Included]For Home,Office,School - Works Great for Ice Drink, Hot Beverage](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71XE47JEj8L._SS600_.jpg)
In the Box 1 x 30oz Atlin Tumbler. 1 x Tumbler Lid. 1 x stainless steel straw. 1 x straw cleaning brush. Built Tougher- The Atlin Tumbler is 7 5/8" high and carries up to 30oz of liquid; all while being able to fit in standard size cup holders.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"HOWEVER, we have learned the hard way that the size of it is SO large that it tips over continually in our van (on a trip) when I have attempted to just use it for a drink on the road."
"Even though it is winter, the temperature inside a closed vehicle easily reached 80 degrees in this particular day. My spouse really fell in love with it the day we made frozen margaritas!"
"The ATLIN tumbler promises to maintain your beverages temperature for long periods of time, and it does just that."
"I have spent well over $75 for a insulated cup."
"I was a bit wary to order a stainless steel container to drink from as every time I drink from one (like a Hydro Flask) the taste of metal is overwhealming. As an added bonus, this large, 30 ounce tumbler has made me drink lots more water throughout the day than I usually do."
"I can pour hot tea in it and leave it open so it cools faster."
"I filled both cups with coffee the same day I got them, put the lids on and my wife and I were off on our way."
"I recently bought this tumbler because the company I work for just moved to distance which requires longer traveling time. I was driving to work, took a sip and noticed that the coffee taste was different from what it was after brewing it at home. The next day after washing the tumbler and lid multiple times, I tried again and again the coffee taste was altered, but I didn't know why. I really needed a large cup to carry my coffee so I figured I'll try again, but without the lid this time. Please see the email exchange below between me and Atlin support team and how they decided to handle this issue. Best Regards, Ada. Power-innovation Customer Service. That was how Atlin decided to handle this issue, by telling me not to use the lid which was purchased with the tumbler as a unit."
For over 30 years this family-owned company has evolved into the leading brand within the housewares industry, offering an array of barware accessories and kitchen gadgets that are characterized by their quality and innovative functionality. Vacu Vin’s product portfolio also includes award-winning Wine Coolers, Pineapple Slicers and other gadgets now used in over 35 million households and more than 80 countries throughout the world. A specialist, European in-house design team are constantly striving to add new items to the company’s ever-evolving product portfolio to satisfy the demands of the savvy, modern-day consumer. Remove air from your wine bottle to keep wine tasting new for up to a week!
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The 2 detachable stoppers solve that problem, and work great, and maintain a seal for several days."
"We have a hard time finishing a bottle in one sitting and this gives us about 3 days before we notice much deterioration in flavor."
"My first one lasted many years."
"My step mom had these and I was soo pleased with hers I bought a set and we have eventually collected more stoppers because we are quite the wine drinkers in my house."
"It's a good deal and it keeps the wine unspoiled."
"This seals my wine bottle like no other, first you put the rubber cork in your bottle, then you use the pump to pump it!"
"I use one for my coffee containers, keep one with my wine supplies, and one in my travel supplies."
"There is no "Vacu Vin" labeling on the pump."
Best Bowls
bowls and covers and three grater discs Tackle any cooking or baking project in the book with this versatile set of mixing bowls. Great mixing bowl high quality mixing bowl set.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Well worth the money."
"My wife claims these are the best bowls she's ever owned."
"I like these mixing bowls."
"Wonderful set of bowels from the non slip bottoms to the lids and graters."
"I ordered these being a little skeptical but they seem like great steel bowls and I love the grading tops."
"Like them - look great."
"I purchased this set of mixing bowls as a gift for my son's girlfriend who will be going to culinary school soon."
Best Cups, Mugs & Saucers
HEAT ACTIVATED - Pour in hot liquid and watch the LIGHTSABERS magically appear from the hilts, our color-changing mugs are thermochromatic, which is a scientific word for magic. A PERFECT GIFT - For Star Wars fans or anyone looking for a place to put their coffee, hot beverages, hot chocolate or tea. ► A PERFECT GIFT - For Star Wars fans or anyone looking for a place to put their coffee, hot chocolate, or tea.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"*Music added to video for enhancement ;). I received this item at a discount for my honest and unbiased review."
"This was a birthday gift to my very dear husband."
"Was a gift to Star Wars Fanatic."
"I got this for a friend who loves collecting anything concerning Star Wars."
"I bought two of these for my two grandsons."
"This mug works the way it's advertised."
"The lightsabers come out when your pour the hot coffee in- I saw it on Facebook (was skeptical because like I said I saw it on Facebook)."
"So much fun to watch the light sabers light up."
Best Dinnerware Sets
Color: Splendor. Tempered glass for break resistance,Patterns are fade-resistant.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Then I went to find matching wares and the only serving plates they had were plastic or metal (not microwaveable or oven-safe). I’ll probably get bigger bowls for serving with matching rims, but overall I was disappointed with the choices."
"The dinner plates are ten inches, which is something I wanted, but I discovered after my first use of these that a ten inch round plate and a ten inch square plate are not the same size. The square plates are bigger and hold more."
"One of the bowls arrived completely shattered, so I called the number for the distributor and they immediately sent a replacement, no fuss at all!"
"I can remember as a kid, my mother having a set of these and she had them for the longest time."
"The color is true and if you are a blue lover like me the different hues are sure to hit the spot."
"These are lighter than the China set I replaced them with as we have broken most of those cups and bowls which get a lot of use here."
"They were well packed and are even ideal for daily use."
"I purchased the Corelle 4 Dots pattern less than 2 years ago, but had only got a single order for a place setting for four. Both sets of plates were protected."
Best Flatware
This gorgeous Bamboo Cheese Board from Bambüsi by Belmint. features a large surface area for presenting your scrumptious slices, a nifty ledge for arranging. crackers, and a hidden drawer housing an array of cutting and spreading tools. ----------------- Features ----------------- ✔ Removable Slotted Drawer Seamlessly Slides Out from Cheese Board for Surprise Display. ✔ Bamboo Material is BPA-Free Won’t Spoil Cheese With Odors, Colors, or Chemicals. ✔ Features Conveniently Edged Rim for Presenting Crackers & Breads. ✔ Elegant Grain Finish & Warm Bamboo Color add to Your Kitchen Decor. ✔ Inventive Hidden Drawer with Various Slicing, Spreading & Serving Tools. ✔ Perfect Presentation Piece for Holiday Gatherings, Parties & More. ✔ Stainless Steel Blades & Easy-Grip Bamboo Handles. ★ THE EXCLUSIVE CHOICE FOR SERVING CHEESE - The key to enjoy slices of Italian Ricotta, English Cheddar, or French Vacherin with a glass of wine for holiday entertaining is to have our modern bamboo cheese board. Our bamboo cheese boards are tailor-made with cheese lovers in mind that exceeds current standards that go beyond expectations, if for any reason our product doesn’t live up your expectations, contact us for a replacement or a full refund.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I bought this as a gift to my aunt and uncle who host football Sunday gatherings throughout the football season, they absolutely love it."
"The drawer is heavier than the board so unless there is a lot of weight on the board the drawer is a bit difficult to open."
"I’ve seen many cheese and crackers trays, but this one is great since it has a designated area for the crackers!"
"Very handy board not just for serving but everyday use."
"Perfect combination of form and function."
"We love it..sooooo classy...just love bamboo..looked everywhere and this one is superior to them all..we will enjoy it for a very long time..Thanks."
"I used this for New Year's Eve."
"Received this tonight."
Best Novelty Dining & Entertaining
![[3-Pack] Glass Meal Prep Containers 3 Compartment - Food Storage Container Set with Airtight Locking Lids with Cutlery Compartment - Portion Control - Microwave, Freezer, Oven & Dishwasher Safe](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91vdQdq-tgL._SS600_.jpg)
DIMENSIONS (full set): 8.8" x 7" x 10.6". GLASS FOOD STORAGE containers with SmartestLock locking lids guarantee easy food storage without spills. SET DIMENSIONS: 8.8" x 7" x 10.6"/set .
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"So, if you plan on keeping the container perfectly upright you will have no problem, but if you throw it in a bag (to take to work or wherever) just know that the food could come out all mixed up."
"I was a bit skeptical when I decided to buy these boxes being concerned each compartment might be too small, but I was very glad I did purchase."
"Just use small containers like we do, those little round guys next to the dishes are glass “ball” brand bought at Walmart a set of 4 for 4$."
"I absolutely love these for meal prep!"
"These are great and I get away from using plastic containers."
"They work great for me--especially when I don't want to cook the same thing for each day I'm prepping."
"The snaps are sturdy and snap firmly and with ease the lids are nice and the plastic silverware that comes with is pretty small but if you're in a pinch and can't grab regular sized stuff I imagine it would work!"
"I try not to put plastic in the microwave and I hand wash the lid, so I cannot comment on the durability of it, but obviously, the glass is dishwasher save."
Best Plates
Design: Winter Frost White |. Size: Dinner Plates. Made with break and scratch resistant patented Vitrelle glass technology.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Additionally, our old plates would come out of the dishwasher with food still stuck to them. I will say that during Christmas dinner my Grandmother commented that she has had the same set of Corelle plates for over 30 YEARS! Corelle Livingware 6-Piece Dinner Plate Set, Winter Frost White. I have attached a picture a seven Corelle plates stacked on top of seven of the other plates we have in our cabinet."
"I love these Corelle dishes. I plan on using these dishes for many years to come."
"If you’re not familiar with Corelle dishes, they are light weight (this lunch plate weighs about 8 ounces) and thin which makes them easy to handle, they don’t take up a lot of room in the kitchen cabinets and they’re durable."
"Another reviewer noted that they will shatter when dropped on a tile floor and I'm sure that is true but while drying a bowl for the first time it slipped out of my fingers and landed hard on my tile floor. I don't know how many times I've burned my fingers heating food on my old so called microwave safe plates which frequently are heated hotter than the food!"
"The third reason that I love these plates are that I have 12 of these plates and they fit stacked in my cupboard with room for at least 12 more I have very expensive Square Food Network brand plates and I only have a set of 8 and they won't fit in my cupboard."
Best Serveware
Free your wine from the grasp of an air restricting bottle by letting it flow into our elegant crystal wine decanter aerator. Pouring the wine from the bottle to the decanter oxygenates the wine and releases its rich aroma and flavor. When an entire bottle of wine is poured into OUR decanter, the wine reaches the widest diameter on the decanter allowing for maximum aeration!
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"There seem to be issues with some decanters of this shape, such as washing, drying, pouring, however, the Chateau Wine Decanter does not share any of those issues. What I liked about the decanter. - it ls large, solid, lovely - does not need to be babied. - it washed easily, just with soap and water. - it dried beautifully within minutes (other decanters experience difficulty). - the mouth, although slanted, holds the wine funnel at a correct angle (I had wondered about that). - the size of the mouth is a perfect fit for the the size of the wine funnel - one does not need to hold the funnel while pouring. - when serving, it poured out every last bit of liquid (other decanters experience difficulty). - it has a round hollow foot at the bottom (visible in picture), which will hold sediments beautifully. - the width of the neck just above the bowl, is a bit larger than some other decanters, which allows more air for breathing, and also, helps in drying after washing."
"The seller has been great on following up to ensure that I was happy with the product as well as the delivery."
"First things first, I did not receive this product for free, or to be asked to give some hokey review."
"First, let me say the product is perfect."
"The slanted opening also is an excellent design and prevented dripping."
"I ordered the wine decanter for my son for Christmas."
"My wife has a much better sense of smell than me but I can definitely detect aromas throughout the house after the wine has been decanted."
"I accidentally wrote my review on the stand which is also great, but the decanter is wonderful."
Best Tabletop Accessories
Can withstand temperatures up to 540 degrees f. Washable will not catch fire package info: 2 x Ove Glove oven mits. Withstands extreme heat up to 540 degrees F. The Ove Glove is perfect for the kitchen, barbeque and handling hot surfaces around the house. The Ove Glove exterior layer is made of heat and flame material used by firefighters. Joseph enterprise inc, is the only legal manufacturer and distributor of the trademarked Ove Glove.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"These gloves are heavy and have a heavy lining inside of them."
"Super heat resistant but a bit fiddly to put on and pull off when you're busy in the kitchen."
"I use a professional clothes steamer at my job."
"They are definitely not a fashion statement, but nothing beats these for pulling items out of the oven."
"love my steamer; haven't used this glove even once."
"These are great with rubber grip texturing and I no longer have to worry about hand slippage with oven ceramic cookware."
"Hi, everyone, I posted a video review explaining more in detail how to spot a fake 'OVE' Glove."
"They are good at what they are supposed to be good at - being able to pick up hot pans."
Best Souffle Dishes
Specially designed for use in the oven and under the broiler, they’re perfect for souffle and quiche, baked cocotte, mac and cheese, French onion soup, even blueberry crumble, apple crisp, peach cobbler, creme brulee and ice cream. Perfect for cheese or egg dishes, souffles, baked cocotte, baked mac and cheese, quiche or creme brulee, and any crisp, cobbler or crumble dessert.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Received this dish today in order to make Pressure Cooker Crustless Tomato Spinach Quiche in my IP Duo 6."
"Unlike the photo though, they do not stack as well as I had hoped."
"I use these little cups like crazy."
"Just what I needed!"
"I use these for everything, including ketchup/BBQ sauce/cocktail sauce holders and even small cups to hold water for my parrots in their water cups on their stands (they are heavy enough that the birds can't pick them up and throw them on the floor)."
"These are great!"
"Awesome product, works well for all my bakes, souffles etc, the quality of ramekin is good, not too light or heavy."
"Nice porcelain ramekins - just what I needed for crème brulee - plus for small individual puddings or fruit cups....nice size and look very elegant."
Best Ramekins & Soufflé Dishes
From making individual desserts and baked eggs to holding prepped cooking ingredients and party dips, ramekins can be real workhorses in your kitchen and on your table. Bake lava cakes in the oven (up to 400°F); organize your "mise en place" (chopped and measured ingredients) ; serve salsa and shredded cheese at your taco buffet; store leftovers in the fridge and reheat them in the microwave. This convenient size measures 3.75" diameter x 1.5" high —perfect for individual servings of pudding, fruit cobbler, baked egg breakfast, etc. You can serve food in them, eat out of them, and never worry about chips, nicks, cracks, and scratches. 100% FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY: Bellemain Porcelain Ramekins will resist scratches, chips and cracks, but if they don't perform up to expectations, let us know.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I bought these ramekins twice; first was for myself when I wanted to try out a lemon pudding cake I saw on the Food Network. I wanted something simple and classic to go with my other dishes."
"I love these!"
"A serving of ice cream is typically 4 Oz and it’s easy to eat a whole lot more-but, not with these."
"These things are smaller than you would expect, but I find them perfect for making oven poached eggs and holding au jus for a French dip."
"These 4 oz Ramekins are the perfect size to use when setting up spices etc."
"Even though the package said they could handle up to 400 degrees, I used them directly under a broiler - no problem."
"Fantastic quality and worked great with a blow torch for Creme Brulee."
"I give the highest marks to the first three and if the Price (one of the better ones I found) I paid survives Usage and Time... then I will give them the final and highest award of Value."
Best Electric Wine Bottle Openers
Size: Opener. Cordless electric wine bottle opener - removes the cork in seconds.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Right off the bat you'll notice that the Secura Stainless Steel Electric Wine Opener comes in a nicely appointed, gift appropriate box (vs blank bulk packaging) [pic1]. If you don't want the blue glow, you can either unplug the unit or just simply leave it off the charging stand."
"(Hopefully, the battery is not one that has a Memory effect that the constant charging will negatively impact the life.). I have a feeling the "off center" pulling action is what broke our old one..... As a side comment, even the Foil Cutter works better and is mounted better than the one that came with the old puller."
"I had one of the earliest electric wine openers, but it finally gave up the ghost."
"This is an attractive product which functions quite well."
"We had a similar model from a different company but now after several years it would no longer hold a charge and the battery couldn't be replaced."
"Previously I had to do the corkscrew thing, and sometimes the cork came out sort of lean or broke."
"Great opener and nice that you can see and position the cork screw into the cork via the see-thru section of the opener."
"I was hopeful this would be a help for my wife who sometimes struggles with corks, however, of the 6 bottles we have opened with it, it has broken the cork on 5 of them and I have to get a standard corkscrew to finish the job."