Eastman Outdoors 22″ Carbon Steel Propane Wok

Eastman Outdoors 22″ Carbon Steel Propane Wok A screaming-hot wok is the only way to get what’s called “wok hay”—a Cantonese expression that is loosely translated as the “breath of the wok”—that refers to the particular essence or aroma that is created in a dish when you stir-fry it authentically. This is the “restaurant” taste […]

Handcrafted Wooden Wok Spatula Set

Handcrafted Wooden Wok Spatula Set I find myself using these with my cast iron pans in the kitchen as much as I do with my outdoor propane-fired wok, which I reviewed in detail here. Wooden spoons are fine for many foods, but a nice wide spatula like these ones are superior for stir frying. The […]

Cuisinart Supreme Grind Automatic Burr Mill

Cuisinart Supreme Grind Automatic Burr Mill The difference between drinking pre-ground coffee and grinding whole beans right before you brew is like the difference between eating the pre-popped variety from the grocery store and the kind you get at the concession stand at the theater that was popped a few minutes ago. Coffee beans, like […]

Cuisinart 4-Cup Stainless Steel Rice Cooker

CuisinArt 4-Cup Stainless Steel Rice Cooker My wife and I received this rice cooker for a wedding present more than 16 years ago. To give you some idea about its utility and reliability, I just used it to make rice about once per week on average. We purchased an InstantPot last year and use it […]

Stainless Steel Portion Cups for Condiments

Stainless Steel Portion Cups for Condiments These 2.5 oz. polished commercial grade stainless steel cups make everyday meals look fancier than they really are. They’re just the right size for most condiments, causing you to waste less than you would if you had put them directly on the plate while also dressing up whatever you’re […]

Makita 5007MG Corded Circular Saw

Makita 5007MG Corded Circular Saw I researched the Makita 5007MG more than any other power tool I owned before making my final purchasing decision because of how often I knew I would be using it. I was replacing a cheaper Craftsman 18v cordless and wanted something that I could use for an extended period of […]

“Kitchen Confidential” by Anthony Bourdain

“Kitchen Confidential” by Anthony Bourdain I’ve been a cook for as long as I’ve been a gardener. For me, there has always been an inextricable link between what I do in the kitchen and what I grow in my garden. “Kitchen Confidential” is one man’s odyssey through his career in the industry, from dishwasher to […]

DeWalt DW331K Top-Handle Jigsaw

DeWalt DW331K Top-Handle Jigsaw The jigsaw is one of those power tools that many people can get by without, but oh does it ever open up options for your projects when you have access to one. Think of it as a precision circular saw. Your designs can be more flowing and eloquent when you’re able […]

The Complete Cook’s Country TV Show Cookbook

The Complete Cook’s Country TV Show Cookbook This is so much more than a cookbook. Cook’s Country and the people at America’s Test Kitchen (their parent company) believe in the importance of explaining techniques – and the reasoning behind them – to make you a more skilled and confident home cook. You’ll also learn some […]