China Markings The rule of thumb for reading the marks on the underside of china is simple. If there is no mark, the piece was made before 1891, when the United States government began requiring imported china to indicate its country of origin. Pieces labeled only by country probably were made from 1891 to 1914. […]
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Cleaning Your Grill Grates
Cleaning Your Grill Grates Now that you know all about grill safety it’s time to clean your grates. Those grates may have been sitting with grime on them for months. I don’t want to hear any of that “it’s extra seasoning.” Go clean those grates! Clean grill grates thoroughly before AND after each use. Spick […]
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Things You Can Do With An Egg Slicer
Making precise slices of softer, smaller foods in a snap, literally, with this tool designed to hold slippery, hard-cooked eggs in its cradle as the wires cut through. Cleanup is just as speedy – use a kitchen brush and warm, soapy water. It can quick slice soft fruits and vegetables such as peeled kiwis, hulled strawberries, white or cremini mushrooms, and pitted olives. Create perfect rounds from soft cheeses, like fresh mozzarella balls and goat cheese. Make even pats from a stick of butter. Read More
