If you’re looking for the best mixing bowls to handle your cooking and baking needs, the Anchor Hocking 3-Piece Set is the perfect solution. These bowls come in a pack of 3, including 1 quart, 1 ½ quart and 2 ½ quart sizes. They are made of fine crystal, which means they’re attractive and durable, and they’re safe to be used in microwaves, dishwashers, ovens and freezers. The clear crystal also allows for easy viewing while mixing and the thick glass wards off scratches and cloudiness. These glass mixing bowls are similar to the Pyrex mixing bowls that are available in the same sizes and made from heavy duty glass.

Although Pyrex is a reputable brand, many online reviews have replaced their Pyrex bowls with the Anchor mixing bowls because they have higher, non-sloped sides that prevent batter and mixes from splattering out. Ratings from owners are highly positive and they enjoy the shape and design of the glass mixing bowls, as well as their durability. In fact, some reviewers report that their bowls have taken rough tumbles to the floor, only to survive with no scratches. On the downside, some reviewers felt that the Anchor mixing bowls lacked in quality, getting cloudy and scuffed with marks. Also, the kitchen bowls do not come with lids, which some customers would have liked. On the whole, the Anchor glass mixing bowls are the perfect addition to any kitchen. Their affordable price, longevity and functionality are what make cooking and baking easier. And, with the ergonomic design, you can enjoy mess-free cooking any time of the day!

The Pancake Griddle from Presto will let you cook up some pancakes as well as eggs, bacon or whatever else you’d want for a complete breakfast. This model will also provide a cooking space for lunch and dinner fare such as hamburgers and grilled sandwiches. The 1500 watt pancake griddle features a large and flat nonstick cooking surface, and its construction from heavy cast aluminum helps to evenly distribute heat and resist warping. A groove runs along one side to remove excess grease from cooking food and deposits it into a removable container. A neat feature is the removable heat control; which allows unit whole unit to be submerged into water for cleaning.

As mentioned above, the surface features a premium, professional nonstick surface which makes clean up easier and negates the use of excess fats for cooking. Be warned, however, that this is a large cooking unit (22 inches) that might present storage issues to some. Online reviews are a mixed bag. Some reviewers felt the product did not heat evenly as its feature highlights claim resulting in burnt or undercooked food. Other reviewers raved about the size of the surface, saying it is great for large families. Overall, the unit received a positive rating with most reviewers stating the griddle cooked well. Overall, these pancake griddles appear to be a good bet for large families or those cooks who need to produce large quantities of food.

If you’re tired of using can openers that don’t seem to do the trick, it’s time to upgrade to the Kuhn Rikon Can Opener. This kitchen gadget safely removes lids, while leaving a smooth edge that won’t cut delicate hands or fingers. The can opener features a stainless steel handle and a turn knob that’s easy and comfortable to use. Because the blade cuts from the side of the rim, you don’t have to worry about jagged, uneven edges. For this reason, the safety can opener is a favorite of pet owners, as they can easily reseal cat and dog foods. Another feature that this kitchen tool has is the LidLifter, which removes the lid without it falling into the can.

Most can openers fall short of the Kuhn Rikon, which is why this is such a popular seller. Oxo Good Grips does offer a safety can opener of their own, which features a side-wind mechanism and ergonomic turn handle. The Kuhn Rikon received more favorable reviews however, as product owners preferred the stainless steel handle and durable construction. Many online reviews stress that the hand held safety can opener is the best they’ve used, being worth the price and simple to operate. Plus, reviewers love the LidLifter that prevents the lid from dropping into the can. Some of the negative reviews felt that the device didn’t open cans at all and was rather hard to turn. While it’s possible that the can opener won’t work on every can, it is designed to work on most, so it’s difficult to know how accurate these reviews are. Overall, this is an excellent kitchen gadget that makes opening cans safe and easy.

Cardio enthusiasts have long been stuck with no alternative to a treadmill when they want to know the details of their latest run. Many devoted runners need to know more about their run than just how far they went and how long it took, but until the last few years this limited runners to using treadmills indoors. Tools like the Garmin Forerunner 205 GPS Receiver and Sports Watch are freeing runners from the grip of treadmills, allowing them to run wherever they want in the great outdoors, while still learning all the details behind their run. The Forerunner 205 is a GPS receiver that has been slimmed down to wrist-watch size so it can be brought with athletes.

The goal of the GPS sports watch is to provide users with data ranging from speed and distance, to pace. The Forerunner isn’t just for runners though as it can also provide valuable data to cyclists, wind-surfers, and cross-country skiers. Garmin is at the forefront of civilian GPS technology, though there are a few competitors with GPS sports watches on the market. Determining the model that is best for you will depend upon specific features of various models as well as the model which best fits your wrist. Although the vast majority of online reviewers gave the Garmin Forerunner jogging watch high marks, there were a number of reviewers that weren’t impressed. Among the biggest complaints were frequent lost satellite signals and an inability to hold a charge after just a few uses. If you need a new GPS watch or are in the market for your first one, this upgraded model from Garmin is a good choice for novice and experienced athletes alike.

If you want to stay in shape, but have a list a mile long as to why gym workouts aren’t right for you (e.g., “too far to drive,” “I hate sweating in public,” etc.), the Stamina InStride Electonic Stepper just might be your fitness dream come true. You can place this 12×16 inch battery-powered mini stair stepper in front of the TV and pump your legs while watching your favorite reality show, or take it to the office for a quick workout before your afternoon coffee break. The Stamina InStride Electronic Stepper comprises two hydraulic cylinders, giving you the same cardio, toning and fat-burning workout you’d get at a gym.

It also features textured pedals for stability, and a timer and step-counting device to help you meet your exercise goals. That said, this mini stair stepper has been reported to squeak a lot, requiring a steady supply of WD40. And weighing in at twenty pounds, the machine is on the heavy side, despite its small stature. Additionally, parts have been known to break with normal wear-and-tear, however Stamina offers a one-year warranty on the InStride Electronic Stepper’s steel frame, and a 90-day warranty on all other parts.

Cutting boards are a great kitchen essential, but sometimes concerns can rise regarding possible cross-contamination of germs or even storage space for bulkier models. With MIU France’s set of five flexible cutting boards, your concerns are a thing of the past. The colors of the flexible cutting boards are meant to coordinate with use of certain food groups or types. For example, use the red board for cutting raw meat while using the green for vegetables and produce. Since the food groups are separated, chances of bacteria cross-contaminating are eliminated. The color-coded plastic cutting boards come in blue, red, yellow, green, and white.

When you’re done using the board, the flexible plastic construction makes transferring your prepped food right from the board to a pot, bowl or pan easy. Each board measures eleven by five and is dishwasher safe. Storage is made easy as the boards are thin and can slide in any narrow kitchen storage space. Some customers online felt the platic cutting boards were not able to stand up to dishwasher cleaning as it tended to cause the boards to curl and loose shape. The MIU Flexible Cutting Boards also showed signs of significant scarring after a few months’ use. However, customers did like the good value, color coordination and easy storage of the flexible cutting boards.

Sometimes the weather just doesn’t cooperate when you want to grill outside. Why not bring the grilling experience inside? With this Delonghi BG24 Perfecto Indoor Grill, you can. What makes this indoor electric grill work consistently is an embedded heating element that heats all the grilling surface area. Five temperature settings on the grill’s adjustable and removable thermostat ensure a level of heat for anything you’d want to grill from vegetables to meats. A raised splatter guard surrounds the grill’s edge, and the nonstick grilling surface and drip pan are completely removable for easy cleaning.

Also, a tempered glass lid is included for use to retain moisture when cooking. The grill’s handles remain cool to the touch throughout cooking. Most reviews on Amazon were positive. A few reviewers did note that while the lid can be cleaned in the dishwasher, the grilling surface must be hand washed which can be a drawback. Also, the grill is noted to have a large surface area on which to cook, which is great for families or large get togethers, but might not work as well for single persons or kitchens with limited counter space.

Many consider the great American past time to be baseball, but others might argue that grilling is the greatest of America’s past time activities. Grilling is a centerpiece of many of our national holidays, like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day, so it’s only natural that it holds a place in our hearts. As such, many of us love to grill whenever we get the chance, even after the sun has gone down. Sometimes this task can be difficult on poorly lit patios and decks, but not anymore thanks to the Weber Grill Out Handle Light. This grill light from Weber is designed for use on round and circular model grill handles only.

It has 3 LED lights provide up to 10,000 hours of grill lighting for your grilling surface. The lights are powered by three AAA batteries that can do the job for upwards of 20 hours. Best of all, the Weber grill light can be turned on and off manually or via an automatic tilt sensor. Weber may have the only handle-mounted grill light available on the market. Other grill lights are meant to be mounted on walls near the grill or are freestanding and need to be placed within a certain radius of the grill. The vast majority of online reviewers loved the Weber BBQ light, but reviewers both positive and negative found one major flaw in the design. The barbeque light’s auto switch function does not engage on all grill models, allowing power to trickle through to the light even when the lid is closed, draining batteries in the process. If you own a Weber and love to grill, this bbq grill light is a must. Just remember to keep an eye on the auto switch and maybe use the manual on/off switch instead.