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HiCOZY F3 Slushie Machine & Soft Serve Ice Cream Machine review

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REVIEW – It’s fall, and that means I’m back at my day gig, teaching and molding the youth of our great nation. That, in turn, means I’m in need of many, many margaritas. The HiCozy F3 Slushie Machine & Soft Serve Ice Cream Machine landed on my doorstep JUST IN TIME! ⬇︎ Jump to summary […]

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PAUDIN Knife Block Set review – Solid value with a few rough edges

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REVIEW – If your knives are showing their age, the PAUDIN Knife Block Set promises a complete kitchen refresh at a compelling price: $79 down from $170. That’s a 53% discount for German high-carbon steel blades, but does the quality justify the investment, or will you be reaching for the sharpener sooner than expected? I

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Brabantia foldable laundry basket review

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REVIEW – We are officially entering a new stage of life, sending our firstborn to college.  Our schedules have now added college visits, coach calls, financial aid forms, and scholarship applications.  Going along with that, we have visited a few dorm rooms and recognize that her space will be very limited for her items.  One

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ecozy Nugget Ice Maker Dispenser review – Great nugget ice, but not quiet

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REVIEW – You may remember a line in Real Genius, delivered by Val Kilmer; “Ice is Nice!”. For some reason this pops to the front of my mind anytime I use an ice dispenser. Today’s review is for an ice maker that is also an ice dispenser and a water dispenser to boot. The ice

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Vibofrost slushie machine review – a solid machine for semi-solid drinks

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REVIEW – Like many children of the 80’s, I have many fond memories of visiting the mall and getting Orange Julius slushies. In high school, 7-Eleven became a frequented hotspot for slushies as well. I haven’t had one in years, but the offer to review the Vibofrost slushie machine has renewed my passion for slushies

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COSORI Gooseneck Electric Kettle review – Can a normal adult get excited over a hot pot?

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REVIEW – I consider myself pretty normal (bold, I know) and I got excited about the COSORI Kettle after the first use. I can justify the emotion if you read on. The COSORI Kettle replaced our old-tech hot pot that would surely boil water, but we don’t usually want it boiled. The COSORI Kettle has

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OHWILL I be better about recycling? A Trash can review

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REVIEW – Someone who didn’t cook designed my kitchen.  I say that because it’s not particularly user friendly.  There is no place for a trash can, so I’ve struggled for years to figure out where to put one, how to handle the recycling, and a million other issues.  OHWILL rolled out a dual can that

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HiCOZY Clear Ice Ball Maker review – Great design, but is it perfect?

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REVIEW – We’re drinking fancy tonight! Meet the HiCOZY Clear Ice Ball Maker. This device is designed to deliver crystal clear balls of ice for your drinks & cocktails like you’ll find in those classy bars & restaurants. How does it work? Is it really crystal clear? Let’s find out. To the review! ⬇︎ Jump to

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TACRAY Folding Kitchen Chef Knife review – An odd design that works surprisingly well!

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REVIEW – I’m murdering onions tonight with the TACRAY Folding Kitchen Chef Knife! Designed for the kitchen and the campground, this beastie folds up for stowing like a pocket knife but boasts full-sized performance for your food prep needs. Don’t feel bad for the onions (they know what they did). To the review! ⬇︎ Jump to

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Ecozy 451B Countertop Nugget Ice Maker review – Crunchy nugget ice, quick and easy

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REVIEW – Nugget ice, also known as chewable ice, pellet ice, Sonic ice, or hospital ice, is a soft, porous type of ice made from compacted flakes. Unlike traditional cubes, nugget ice is prized for its unique texture—easy to chew, slow to melt, and highly absorbent of flavor. This is my review for the Ecozy

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INKBIRD WiFi Sous Vide Cooker review – Quiet and easy to use for a newbie like me!

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REVIEW – Sous vide is a cooking method I have never tried before, and it’s time to fix that. Meet the INKBIRD WiFi Sous Vide Cooker, a device that combines precision control with integrated Wi-Fi app management to provide an advanced cooking experience. Let’s learn new things. To the review! ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $109.99

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Waterdrop X12 Under Sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System review – quick clean water

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REVIEW – I have been looking for a water filtration system for a while, but with so many options, I just couldn’t decide. After Pat, a fellow Gadgeteer, reviewed the Waterdrop X16 reverse osmosis water filter system with high praise, I decided to give the Waterdrop X12 system a try. ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $1,299.99

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Bentgo Signature Glass Food Storage Set review – So far, so perfect

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REVIEW – My wife made me do a ‘Pick me! Pick me!’ when these Bentgo food containers came up for review. She knows the brand well. The Bentgo Signature Glass Food Storage Set would not fail my tests. This is not like the cheap containers you get with sliced lunch meat. This set is made

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Goodnature Clever Killer mouse trap review – Is this a better mouse trap?

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REVIEW – I live in a rural area surrounded by 12 acres of woods. No matter how many times we’ve made sure there are no holes for mice to get into the house, they still manage to find a way in. Usually, we’ll just hear one scratching in the ceiling. But occasionally, we’ll see one

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Inoviva Slushie Machine review – It’s going to be a great summer!

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REVIEW – If there’s one thing that my wife and I enjoy on a daily basis during the summer months, it’s iced drinks, especially slushies. The Inoviva Slushie Machine review offer came along at the perfect time, and I could not resist giving it a try. Can it compare to commercial store machines? Read on

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FEPPO Vacuum Food Sealer review – An easy to use food storage solution

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REVIEW – I don’t need to tell you that groceries are getting more expensive, and maximizing the life of your food is more important than ever! Enter the FEPPO Vacuum Food Sealer. This easy-to-use system is made to get the most out of your proteins, vegetables, nuts and more through re-ussable vacuum sealed bags. Let’s

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Laura Ashley Floral-Print 6L 6-Speed Die-Cast Stand Mixer review

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REVIEW – My wife is an amazing cook, and her skills include baking. She prepares healthy meals daily so everyone in our home maintains a balanced diet. She constantly reads the ingredient labels on food items and comments about the unhealthy ingredients that are included. She recently decided to utilize her competent baking skills. She

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Laura Ashley Hand Mixer review – A beautiful kitchen accessory you will love

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REVIEW – I love kitchen gadgets, especially ones that are well designed and aesthetically pleasing. The Laura Ashley hand mixer up for review today looked like it might meet those criteria and while our old hand mixer mostly works, it’s well over twenty years old at this point and could easily stand to be retired.

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Bodega Single door display cooler review – a great cooler with eye-catching appeal

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REVIEW – My wife has been asking for a garage fridge for years, but it seems like something’s always taken priority whenever we get a bit of extra money. I would never have even thought to look at display coolers like the Bodega Single door display cooler, but when the review offer came into my

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