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Stir-fry the modern way

Countertop appliances come in all shapes and sizes. Most have specialized appeal, but sometimes it is versatility that makes them attractive. No matter what the appliance, one thing they all have in common is accessibility; perched on the countertop they stand ready to be pressed into service at a moment's notice. Sometimes that accessibility transcends simple convenience, opening up a window into new culinary options.

The Breville BEW600XL Hot Wok marries rich Eastern culinary history with the Western penchant for convenience. More than just classic styling in a modern package, the electric wok offers contemporary features that bring the … Read more

Plug in to wok cooking

Countertop cooking is about as convenient as it gets. For starters, one can position the appliance exactly where it is best utilized. They are endlessly varied and offer an opportunity to outfit a kitchen exactly as one sees fit. From toaster ovens to bread makers, appliances that live on the counter expand the usefulness and convenience of the kitchen. For all of their positive aspects, there is perhaps one feature that they posses that is beneficial above all others: countertop appliances actually get put to use.

Sometimes it's the little things that matter when it comes to making meals. … Read more

Rev up your outdoor cooking setup

Outdoor kitchens are more advanced than ever, allowing us to cook more complicated dishes than the standard burgers and brats. But few outdoor appliances pack the same punch in the variety department as this multiple-use cooker by Alfresco.

The VersaPower Multi-Use Cooker lives up to its namesake by combining with a family of accessories that allow you to cook a huge variety of meals. You can add a deep fryer/pasta cooker to cook french fries or boil noodles, or add on a steel pot filler to fill tall stock pots. You can also remove the center trivet and a … Read more

Using induction in the search for the perfect wok

I am a known destroyer of all things wok. Be it trying to coax a meal out of a cheap offering or trying to keep a nonstick version from sticking, I have definitely had my moments of being wok-challenged. Kitchen disasters have taught me many wok lessons. The most important being that wok cooking is all about fast, high heat. To that end I crank up my gas burner as hot as it will go whenever I'm in the mood for a stir-fry. However, with my standard consumer stove, the results never seem to get quite hot enough.

This … Read more