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Kitchenaid is a USA brand which specialises in the manufacture of small kitchen electricals.  Their products are known for there quality workmanship and long life.  They won’t just work well in your kitchen.  They’ll also look good.  Each of their products is available in a range of stunning colours.

KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer

The Kitchenaid Artisan Stand mixer is a solid metal mixer with a 300 watt direct drive motor.  A direct drive motor means that it is quieter than a standard mixer as their are less moving parts than a normal “belt / gearbox motor” .  It also means it is more reliable and longer lasting.  The 5 quart bowl has been ergonomically designed with a easy to hold handle.  The mixer itself has a tilt back head allowing full access to the bowl and easy changing of attachments.  Kitchenaid mixers are assembled by hand to give you a quality product and peace of mind.

The classic design is by Egmont Arens and dates back to 1937 and forms part of Kitchenaid’s Artisan collection.  The products in this collection have a stylish retro look with solid knobs and buttons, and smooth curves.

The mixer includes

and is available in the following colours – Click on the colour to find out more and purchase

• Red
• Cream
• Black
• Pearl Metallic
• Brushed Nickel
• White
• Blue
• Apple Green
• Yellow
• Boysenberry
• Pink

But that’s not all!  A Kitchenaid Artisan mixer isn’t just a mixer!  You can also purchase optional attachments to extend versatility of the machine into other areas.

KitchenAid Mixer Attachment Pack. Grinder/ Mincer, Slicer/ Shredder, Fruit & Vegetable Strainer

The Kitchenaid mixer pack aims to make your life easier by grinding, mincing, slicing, shredding and straining for you.  Click here for more information and to buy.

Here’s a short video showing the strainer in use.

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KitchenAid KPRA pasta attachment

The Kitchenaid pasta attachment set contains three attachments so that you can roll and cut perfect pasta.  The roller attachment allows you to roll pasta up to 140mm wide.  This would be perfect for lasange, there are also two cutters which cut at different widths for either tagitelle or linguine.  Click here for more information and to buy the Pasta attachment set.

The following video from KitchenAid shows how to use your KitchenAid mixer and pasta attachments to make great pasta.

Click here for more information and to buy the Pasta attachment

A raviolli atttachment is also available here

KitchenAid JE citrus juicer

The KitchenAid Juicer attachment helps you get the most out of your citrus fruits.  Complete with strainer to catch the excess pulp and seeds.  Click here to find out more and buy the Juicer attachment

This video shows the KitchenAid juicer attachment in action.

Click here to find out more and buy the Juicer attachment

KitchenAid SSA sausage stuffer

Have you ever wanted to make your own sausages?  Perhaps create your own inventive flavours.  With the KitchenAid sausage stuffer it’s easy.  Click here to find out more and buy the Kitchenaid sausage stuffer.

If you’ve bought a Kitchenaid mixer the opportunities are endless leave a comment and let us know what you like best about your’s or any tips and tricks to share with our readers.

This year Denby are celebrating their 200th birthday.  In 1809 production of salt glazed pottery begun using clay from a local seam discovered in 1806.  In the late 1800′s Denby diversified into more Kitchenwares and the richly coloured glazes which are now their trademark.  Today Denby is still a major producer of quality pottery focusing on Dining ranges.

These are a few of their most popular sets available today.

Denby Imperial Blue 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Set

Denby Imperial Blue has vibrant blues and crisp whites making the perfect combination. A modern classic, both bold and confident, if you want to make a statement then Imperial Blue is the tableware for you.  Click here for more information and to buy

Jet Black 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Set

the Jet collection combines matt and gloss finishes for a contemporary look with timeless appeal. Whether serving coffee or hosting a dinner party, Denby Jet adds eye catching style. Click here for more information and to buy

Denby Caramel Stripes 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Dining Set

The Caramal Stripes range is good enough to eat, Caramel by Denby is the ultimate feel-good range, available in a selection of drinking, eating, serving and cooking pieces. Add a dash of Caramel Stripes to create an appetising look for any dining table.  Click here for more information and to buy

If you want to find out more about Denby the book Denby Pottery 1809 – 1997 is a great resource to discover the history of the company and more about the ranges.  Click here for more information and to buy.

Denby Pottery 1809-1997: Dynasties and Designers

The Ciroa Umbra Collection is a beautifully designed tableware set, featuring a floral design.  It is the latest set by award winning Australian designer Alex Liddy.

Ciroa Umbra Stoneware 16 Piece Dinner Set, Gift Boxed

This tasteful stoneware collection mixes colours to create a coordinated tableware collection, accented by feature floral designs. The 16 piece dinnerset is an ideal starting point for any home, whether you are making a new home or refreshing your dinnerware collection. The range is Microwave, dishwasher and oven safe. To create a full dining experience the Umbra also offers a Charger plate and salad bowl.

Click here for more information and to buy

The set includes

Michael Graves’ classic Alessi kettle first came to the boil in 1985 and features a stainless steel body with a bird shaped whistle at the end of the spout.  Its timeless design looks just as good in your kitchen now as it did 23 years ago. Suitable for gas, electric or ceramic hobs.

Michael Graves Alessi Kettle 9093 with Bird Whistle

Michael Graves’ highly personal and easy to recognise, formal style blends influences from various sources: the european tradition, art deco, american pop, with flashes of pre-colombian culture.

Height: 24.5cms

Diameter: 22.0cms.

Capacity: 2.0 litres

Polished steel with heat resistant PA handle

Click here to buy the 9093 Alessi Kettle with Bird Whistle

Where do you go to buy coffee mugs?  The internet is a real inspiration with lots of creative, fun, quirky and stylish coffee mug designs.  If you’re like us at On The Hob you probably have one with you at the PC.  We don’t think its possible to have too many, but even if you have enough one of these could make the perfect gift.  Here are our top picks.  Just click on the picture to be taken to the store and find out more.

Alphabet Coffee Mugs

Alphabet Coffee mugs.  Never again argue over who’s mug is whos with these fantastic Alphabet mugs, as they’ll have your initial on them!  Or buy several and see what you can spell.

Pantone Mugs

Pantone Mugs.  Why not try a pantone mug, where others buy pantone samples, you could by mugs!  Now what will go with the carpet???

Classic Penguin Story Mugs

Classic Penguin Story Mugs.  These have to be one of our favourites, as you relax on the sofa at the end of the day with a good book, what better mug to enjoy a cuppa in?

The My Cuppa Mugs

The MyCuppa Mugs.  Know someone who is never happy with their tea or coffee.  Too milky or not enough!  This may be the solution.  The MyCuppa Mug has a pantone on the inside so they can specify their perfect blend of milk and coffee or milk and tea!  Problem solved.

Keep Calm and Carry on

Keep Calm and Carry On.  From the WWII poster this mug is certain to defuse any situation, just keep calm… and carry on!

Drink Selector Mug

Drink Selector Mug.  Can’t remember the order?  Use the drink selector mug.  just turn the rings to show – Tea or Coffee, Milk or Black, and number of sugars.

Well thats all for now as I can hear the Kettle whistling.  Leave us a comment with the mug you love or your suggestions.

Joseph Joseph together with Damian Evans have jointly designed this revolutionary and ingenious chopping board categorisation system. The boards are stored in a stylish Silver case made of ABS plastic.

Joseph Joseph Index Chopping Boards

The base of the case has a silicone strip to prevent it from slipping. The base is also open so that no food residue collects at the bottom.There are four colour coded chopping boards each having it’s own illustrated tab. The red board would be used for raw meat, the blue board would be used for fish, the white board for cooked food, and the green one would be ideal for vegetables and herbs.They are all made of Dishwasher safe polypropylene. All the tabs are staggered for visual ease. This has fast become one of the companys fastest selling chopping boards, winning many design awards around the world.

Joseph Joseph Index Chopping Boards

Joseph Joseph was founded in 2003 by twin brothers Richard and Antony Joseph. Specialising in contemporary kitchenware, the company is now internationally recognised for producing some of the most stylish and technically innovative products on the market.

Click here to buy the Joseph Joseph Index Chopping Boards