Topic: Self-Powered Gadgets

Lid Punch jar opener

240 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

The Viatek Lid Punch jar opener is making the infomercial rounds, and so far the reviews are really good. It works. It simply punches a very small hole in your jar lid to release the pressure and make it easier to remove the stuck lid.

So what do you do with … More »
Hand-crank mixer

296 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | 2 Comments

Have you ever dreamed of living off the grid? Even if the answer is no, this Dual Speed Hand-Crank Mixer still might hold some appeal. Tough enough to stand up to heavy duty use in an Amish kitchen, this mixer has two speeds and a splash guard. It was actually … More »
Zing Spoon

556 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

The child in me wants one (or a whole set) of Zing Spoons so badly I can’t even tell you. But I don’t think my husband or children would approve ;-)
Launch your lunch! These crazy spoons are made of springs, allowing you to break the golden rule of dinner … More »
The Stirr

576 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | 5 Comments

Have batteries, will whisk!
Admit it…you hate endless stirring as much as I do. Love the results, but hate the tedium. Well, how about a self-powered Stirr gizmo that will do it for you, as long as the batteries last?
Sauce, custard, gravy… turn your back for a couple of seconds and … More »
Peppermill...with a light?

647 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

I’m not kidding you. Just in case you end up eating in the dark and there’s not quite enough candlelight to see the food, you can try the Pepper Pro Automatic Peppermill with Light. Not only does it grind you pepper for you at the touch of a … More »
Hog wild twirling spahetti fork

673 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

Weird, but fun. Necessary? Absolutely not. But how about as a $10 joke or for someone who just loves automated stuff? You can even chose a color at Hog Wild Toys and Gifts!
Image: Hog Wild
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Chef'n Salad Emulstir Emulsifier

720 days ago by Arieanna | 1 Comment

The Salad Emulstir Emulsifier is from my fave gadget company, Chef’n. Always making neat gadgets that look great too.

This particular emulsifier is a 6.9oz acrylic container that is lever activated (kind of like using a pump). The stir stick mixes easily and the pour spoud is clean & easy … More »
Nut Cracker

727 days ago by Arieanna | Comment

This particular nut cracker was designed by Ineke Hans in 2007. Simply insert the nuts into the container and twist the lid to crack – it works very much like my favorite garlic twister!
The lid is double sided, with a shallow side for large nuts and a deeps side for … More »
Dan's Favorite Cooking Gadget - Pasta Roller

738 days ago by Arieanna | 2 Comments

Dan has submitted this guest post for the "Your Favorite Cooking Gadgets" series. If you want to contribute a guest post, read more here. And read on for Dan’s favorite gadget – the pasta roller!
From Dan’s blog post about this gadget:
Get the dough out and cut a piece off… Oil … More »
Can Crusher

758 days ago by Arieanna | 4 Comments

The Easy Pull Can Recycling System is touted as being “75% easier to use than other can crushers” – it’s a simply system, really. Just put in the can, crush, and the crushed can is automatically dispensed. The product will not rust, and apparently is designed so any loose liquid … More »
Veggie and Fruit Cutter

919 days ago by Arieanna | 2 Comments

This tidy little set can do just about everything, it would seem. The Veggie and Fruit Cutter cores and slices with ease. Make french fries, core apples, dice onions and more! Comes with three different cutting blade settings.
Tags: veggie cutter, fruit cutter, gadgets, kitchen, cooking, dicing, chopper
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Rechargeable Portable Blender

947 days ago by Arieanna | Comment

Coleman has the ultimate lazy-camper gadget: the RoadTrip rechareable portable blender. Because what is a weekend in the woods without a margarita?
Powered by two 6V, 4.5AH rechargeable batteries. Chargers are stored in base. You can blend 20-30 pitchers before the battery runs out. Much better than the hand crank camping … More »
Coffee Dispenser

967 days ago by Arieanna | 4 Comments

The ultimate gadget for half-asleep coffee lovers – the coffee dispenser will dispense coffee 1 tablespoon at a time. No need to fuss with spoons or measuring. The canister is also airtight, so it keeps the coffee fresh – since you don’t open it to get at the coffee, this … More »
Peeps Marshmallow Maker

994 days ago by Arieanna | Comment

Make your own ‘peeps’ with this fun and easy marshmallow maker – the kit comes with molds, marshmallow mix and colored sugar – refils also available.
Tags: peeps, peeps marshmallow maker, marshmallow
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Oil & Vinegar Pump Bottle

1027 days ago by Arieanna | 1 Comment

This Oil & Vinegar Pump Bottle simplifies your your cooking. The glass bottle has a soft-touch silicone pump button and the spigot can measure in millimeters, ounces, teaspoons and tablespoons. All the benefits of oil/vinegar bottles, without the mess or fuss when in use. And no more accidental over-pours on … More »