Roomba, Dysons, Thermomix and other household appliances

[Denali]

What brand/model is it?

Deebot X1 OMNI

And she just went on a 5min love fest talking about it

 

[kookaburra75]

We have a Roborock V7max with the dock, bought for the matt tiles in the unit (that show every mark) but currently resides at the ranch.
Works really well but very clunky interface, doesn't run on fast wifi so I have my phone connected to a downgraded guest network.

Same here - Roborock v7 Max. They had an end of financial year run out last June, so we decided to go for it. It does a really good job on the hard and carpeted surfaces. We've programmed it to run Mon/Wed/Fri on the hard surfaces, and attach the mop usually on Monday's run. For the carpeted areas we do them as we need - usually weekly, but sometimes longer when the room isn't being used. We haven't had any issues with the wifi connection though.

 

[TheRealTMA]

It’s now over 7 years since @blackcat20 started this thread, when it comes to robot cleaners, are AFFers happy with them? are they good on hard floors and carpet, do the ones that mop also work etc. Is it a case of you get what you pay for

@Denali how is your friend who got a exy one for Christmas going with it?

What about robot lawnmowers?

Very happy with our iRobot i7+ (20/1/21) - sometimes has issues docking (maybe 1/10). Good interface and easy to clean periodically. Thought about a combined vac and mop this year but seemed a PITB so went for the complementary Braava M6 which allows me to vac regularly on weekly schedules with i7+ and then use mop just do separate wood floors more often (daily) with a dry sweep or wet mop.

 

[VPS]

I'm sick of my salt grinders giving up after a year or so. Can anyone recommend good ones.

Also - I've tried a number of different spiralisers for my zucchini - they are either useless, a danger to my fingers or require so much washing up afterwards it isn't worth it

 

[Flashback]

I'm sick of my salt grinders giving up after a year or so. Can anyone recommend good ones.

Also - I've tried a number of different spiralisers for my zucchini - they are either useless, a danger to my fingers or require so much washing up afterwards it isn't worth it

Our Cole & Mason ones haven't skipped a beat in the 10 years we've had them. Hand cranked, not that electric rubbish.

Keswick Salt & Pepper Mill 180mm

The best salt & pepper grinders, mills, seasoning tools, kitchen accessories, oil & vinegar sets and more with free delivery over £35 in the UK

coleandmason.com

 

[TheRealTMA]

I'm sick of my salt grinders giving up after a year or so. Can anyone recommend good ones.

Also - I've tried a number of different spiralisers for my zucchini - they are either useless, a danger to my fingers or require so much washing up afterwards it isn't worth it

Peugeot for manual and Russel Hobbs for electronic.

Peugeot Mills Australia, a combination of design and ingenuity

Since 1840, Peugeot Mills have been an essential benchmark for gourmets and chefs. They are exceptional pieces for tableware and a pleasure to use with their sleek and elegant design, their noble indestructible materials, their range of shapes and colours and their innovative mechanisms, with a...

peugeotmillsaustralia.com.au

Russell Hobbs Salt & Pepper Mills | Russell Hobbs Australia

Mills salt, pepper, dried herbs and spices

au.russellhobbs.com

Personally, I like the latter.

Spiralisers? Bah! Get thee to a knife young woman!

 

[Quickstatus]

I'm sick of my salt grinders

Would you consider pre-ground salt?

 

[VPS]

Would you consider pre-ground salt?

No

 

[blackcat20]

I have a pair of wooden Maxwell&Williams salt and pepper grinders, they've been going strong for 10 years.

 

[NZflygirl]

Had no idea this section existed.

I've just started using the Philips airfryer XXL. Started with wedges and was happy. Salmon was good. About to try roasting some fresh cauliflower florets. I'm not sure I need accessories at this point. I also have this weird thing in my head that I won't be cooking red meat in it like steak. I see you can but... it just seems wrong. I haven't eaten chicken wings or drumsticks in forever either but I think I'll put them on the list of things to try. Previously did a lot of hellofresh but now branching about a bit more... and that's now cluttering up my kitchen!!

Question: Would you purchase an air fryer mat or just a chopping board to protect your kitchen surface? I wasn't going to but after reading some posts in here decided I probably should.

I've read back to p.11 but haven't seen anyone mention Vitamix blenders yet. I went with the 2300i. I'm actually wishing I went with the 2500i which has 3 presets. Basically someone said if you don't use your presets on a microwave then don't bother with presets on the blender. I'm pretty new to the noises and not a fan of ramping it up to 10 as per the recipes so would prefer the presets. Maybe that's just until I get used to it. I preferred the button styles over the 3500. I was hoping to replace my other food processor with the Vitamix food processor but spoke with Vitamix after my purchase and they said the international models (basically anything outside the US I think) isn't compatible with the food processor. Someone did post they'd used it with a 2500i.

Question: Has anyone used the international Vitamix blender with the food processor?

Also @blackcat20 you mentioned you bought some le Creuset from the US? Currently in NZ I can buy the shallow casserole/braiser in the colour I want for $480NZD vs the usual $600-620 advertised price. Is the US that much cheaper? And I was wondering whereabouts in the US? Was it a certain store?

Now I need to go nosey over at the steak thread although I was pretty happy with copying Gordon Ramsey's perfect steak you tube video with basting etc. (Wasn't so happy with how easy he made hollandaise sauce look with the bain Marie style. I had no idea how hard that method was and got pretty peeved off when I ended up with scrambled eggs TWICE I cheated next time and used the immersion blender although I'm still keen to go back and have a crack at doing it the old fashioned way. I've since found a better video which actually shows the changes you look for).

 

[blackcat20]

Also @blackcat20 you mentioned you bought some le Creuset from the US? Currently in NZ I can buy the shallow casserole/braiser in the colour I want for $480NZD vs the usual $600-620 advertised price. Is the US that much cheaper? And I was wondering whereabouts in the US? Was it a certain store?

I always buy at Sur La Table, its my favourite store over there. It was significantly cheaper at the time but that was 9 years ago, I also bought the Braiser. At current prices and exchange rates the braiser is only $75ish cheaper to buy in the US, so that NZ price is very competitive.

 

[VPS]

Peugeot for manual and Russel Hobbs for electronic.

Peugeot Mills Australia, a combination of design and ingenuity

Since 1840, Peugeot Mills have been an essential benchmark for gourmets and chefs. They are exceptional pieces for tableware and a pleasure to use with their sleek and elegant design, their noble indestructible materials, their range of shapes and colours and their innovative mechanisms, with a...

peugeotmillsaustralia.com.au

Russell Hobbs Salt & Pepper Mills | Russell Hobbs Australia

Mills salt, pepper, dried herbs and spices

au.russellhobbs.com

Personally, I like the latter.

Spiralisers? Bah! Get thee to a knife young woman!

I have a pair of wooden Maxwell&Williams salt and pepper grinders, they've been going strong for 10 years.

Our Cole & Mason ones haven't skipped a beat in the 10 years we've had them. Hand cranked, not that electric rubbish.

Keswick Salt & Pepper Mill 180mm

The best salt & pepper grinders, mills, seasoning tools, kitchen accessories, oil & vinegar sets and more with free delivery over £35 in the UK

coleandmason.com

Thanks for the hints about S&P shakers

@TheRealTMA spiralisers - whatever

 

[prozac]

I'm sick of my salt grinders giving up after a year or so. Can anyone recommend good ones.

Also - I've tried a number of different spiralisers for my zucchini - they are either useless, a danger to my fingers or require so much washing up afterwards it isn't worth it

Aldi have them cheap this week. You could buy a box full at their price.

 

[VPS]

Aldi have them cheap this week. You could buy a box full at their price.

Thanks - Is it worth a quick trip to Aldi to check out whether they have any in stock though? Decisions decisions

 

[blackcat20]

Thanks - Is it worth a quick trip to Aldi to check out whether they have any in stock though? Decisions decisions

Their website should tell you if the local store has stock.

 

[VPS]

Their website should tell you if the local store has stock.

Well I just learnt something new - I didn't know their website had the capacity.

Sadly the grinders don't appear in any of the searches. I'll go past one tonight on the way out

 

[Denali]

....

Question: Would you purchase an air fryer mat or just a chopping board to protect your kitchen surface? I wasn't going to but after reading some posts in here decided I probably should.
.....

I have my AF sitting on a thick chopping board

 

[dairyfloss]

I'm sick of my salt grinders giving up after a year or so. Can anyone recommend good ones.

Also - I've tried a number of different spiralisers for my zucchini - they are either useless, a danger to my fingers or require so much washing up afterwards it isn't worth it

We've been using the Cole & Mason battery-operated 'Richmond' pair for about 20 years now. The original set didn't last that long; have maybe replaced the set twice in that time, but has been due to our own handling (or mis-handling) that has caused the need for that. They don't like to get wet or get dropped from too high. On sale at Amazon right now: https://www.amazon.com.au/Cole-Mason-Richmond-Pepper-Silver/dp/B007TT0HSK?th=1

They do go through the batteries though. 6 x AAAs in each. Probably for another thread, but I've found the Varta batteries from Bunnings are the best and longest lasting standard/long-life cell, vs buying up to a lithium type.

Cheers,
Matt.

 

[VPS]

We've been using the Cole & Mason battery-operated 'Richmond' pair for about 20 years now. The original set didn't last that long; have maybe replaced the set twice in that time, but has been due to our own handling (or mis-handling) that has caused the need for that. They don't like to get wet or get dropped from too high. On sale at Amazon right now: https://www.amazon.com.au/Cole-Mason-Richmond-Pepper-Silver/dp/B007TT0HSK?th=1

They do go through the batteries though. 6 x AAAs in each. Probably for another thread, but I've found the Varta batteries from Bunnings are the best and longest lasting standard/long-life cell, vs buying up to a lithium type.

Cheers,
Matt.

That's a lot of batteries. I remember using one like that at a friend's once and the battery fell out into the soup

 

[TheRealTMA]

btw: The Russell Hobbs ones can be found at around $35-$49 for the pair, and often on special at Hardly Normal.