A zero-gravity ISSpresso coffee machine from Lavazza will be supplied to astronauts on the International Space Station later this year. Developed by Lavazza and engineering firm Argotec, ISSpresso is a capsule-based espresso system ...
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1. Cooking range 2. Hairdryer 3. Electric iron 4. Microwave oven 5. Television/video display unit 6. Videocassette recorder 7. Components of the LPG gas system (Hose, Regulator and Valve) 8. Gas cooker ...
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Coffeemakers or coffee machines are cooking appliances used to brew coffee. Different types of coffeemakers use a number of different brewing principles. The most basic coffeemakers make at least a decent cup. But you might want more ...
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While even the most basic coffeemakers we tested made a good cup of coffee, some features make a machine easier and more convenient to use. Others you won't need. To decide which coffeemaker features you need, consider the list below. ...
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For some coffee drinkers, there are two states of existence—either "I have coffee" or "I need coffee." If you're someone who wants a coffeemaker without all the bells and whistles, especially first thing in the morning, two of the ...
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A coffeemaker embedded with Swarovski crystals seems a little over the countertop but maybe it takes a little bling to make an everyday appliance seem less prosaic. Fortunately, the Cuisinart Crystal coffeemaker had other attributes ...
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One outcome of the prolonged housing slump has been that when consumers postponed renovating their kitchens and buying large appliances, manufacturers got busy redesigning small ones. The rosy results can be found in the housewares ...
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Single-serve coffeemakers are one of the hottest gifts of the season so there's a good chance that you or someone you know will give one or get one. These so-called pod machines are certainly convenient but the cost of replenishing the pods ...
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Seeing a kitchen appliance gussied up as if for a formal dinner too easily suggests the old adage "All style, no substance." But the Cuisinart Crystal SCC-1000 Limited Edition Perfec Temp, one of five coffeemakers we've just tested, is a ...
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The attraction of some single-serve coffeemakers, also called pod machines, can be more about convenience than great taste or cost savings. Equally handy, if you don't count drive time, is picking up your daily brew at the local Starbucks ...
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The widespread power outages caused by Superstorm Sandy resulted in many homeowners using generators for the first time. Consumer Reports heard from some of these novices on our Facebook page where we asked them about their experiences ...
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With a roast beast filling the oven and side dishes on every available burner, a holiday host can quickly run out of space to cook a meal and all the trimmings. But with some creative use of small countertop appliances, you can coordinate ...
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Single-serve coffeemakers are one of the hottest gifts of the holiday season. Not only can you make everyone their own special blend of coffee but the perky machines come in interesting shapes and bright colors so they look good on your ...
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Even though today is National Sleep Day, an alarming new report finds many people are falling asleep behind the wheel on a consistent basis. Yes, a lack of sleep is making our roads dangerous. The Center for Disease Control and ...
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The kitchen; it's the best place in your home to hone your multitasking skills. And the best conditions for multitasking are when whatever you need is close at hand at any time. It helps when you're not bogged down with clutter, too. And of ...
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