https://www.europeanwithkids.com/blog daily 0.75 2024-10-17 https://www.europeanwithkids.com/blog/best-bread-machines monthly 0.5 2024-10-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/802c9d45-3b31-44f4-b990-17534d08b659/41LTEdUCF%2BL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Bread Machines - The Breville Bread Maker can bake 2.5-lb loaves, which is perfect for big families or families that eat a lot of bread (like mine). It offers a wide range of programs, though it doesn’t include a cake option like the Zojirushi. It has a single blade for mixing and kneading, compared to the Zojirushi’s two blades. However, it does have an automatic fruit and nut dispenser, which is a nice bonus. View on Amazon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/46548411-e060-4511-bf10-afa620b017d0/71ioDm9w98L._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Bread Machines - KitchenAid does a lot of things but I think its mixers are what they are the most famous for. This 8-quart will handle and contain anything for my big family. I may need to fill up most of those 8-quart to make some big bread dough, but I’m not sure I’ll fill it up for homemade whip cream…tempting though… View it on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/a97f5aa9-f133-460c-acaf-a19380d87e69/51SjPtJjJeL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Bread Machines - Here's a polished version of your standout for the Zojirushi bread machine: The Zojirushi Virtuoso Plus is an upgrade from the Zojirushi Home Bakery Supreme Breadmaker I currently own. It offers more programs, like “European,” “Gluten-Free,” “Salt-Free,” “Vegan,” and even a “Sourdough Starter” option (which I’m excited to try). Plus, it still makes jams and cakes. Zojirushi bread makers are highly regarded and a reliable investment. View on Amazon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/43fbe701-db72-41b7-aec7-78a9be17350e/71c2mn5KvJL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Bread Machines - The Oster Expressbake Bread Maker can also bake loaves up to 2 lbs, and it offers settings for dough and jams, though it doesn’t include a cake program. Like the Breville, it uses a single blade to handle all the mixing and kneading. View on Amazon https://www.europeanwithkids.com/blog/from-phone-to-ethernet monthly 0.5 2024-10-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/09d8bda9-4653-4c57-9137-bbd1a1665155/PXL_20241001_230333666.jpg BLOG - From phone to Ethernet - My Media Panel It’s ugly and boring…except for nerds like me. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/4276694d-42df-45d7-9d01-5d7082a7c139/71lm%2Bz0NQaL._SX522_.jpg BLOG - From phone to Ethernet - This basic Network Phone Cable Tester is a lifesaver for making sure you’ve punched down all the wires correctly. It comes in two parts—one for each end of the cable. Plug them in, and the LEDs will light up in sequence from 1 to 8. If any LED doesn’t light up, you’ll know exactly which wire needs attention. View it on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/6d226ae4-99a9-423b-bed4-dff6d7fa8414/41COFkbvCXL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - From phone to Ethernet - The MikroTik CSS610-8G-2S+in (terrible name) is an incredible switch. As a longtime Netgear fan, I wasn’t familiar with MikroTik until a colleague recommended it, so I decided to give it a shot. Turns out, this Latvian company knows their stuff, offering high-quality network gear at surprisingly affordable prices. This switch boasts 2 SFP+ ports (each supporting 10Gbps) and 8 Ethernet ports at 1Gbps each—plenty of speed for most home setups. View on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/65636c94-79ce-4e12-b16f-69c5f8c898e9/71ry-p19EXL._SX522_.jpg BLOG - From phone to Ethernet - There are two main ways to terminate Ethernet cables, but Keystone Jacks are usually the go-to choice. You can find plenty of options on Amazon or at Home Depot, but this set stands out because it includes a punch down tool that doubles as a cable stripper. Sure, there are fancier tools out there—some even trim the wires automatically after punching them down—but for most home projects, this kit does the job just fine. View on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/1cfd0e62-32f9-41fb-bbdb-7ef303cae166/71%2B0M5K%2BjgL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - From phone to Ethernet - This is very optional but if you like things a little bit tidy, zip ties help a lot with cable management. View on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/392a6fdf-7b29-4bb3-8517-0db31f488477/PXL_20241013_014025434.jpg BLOG - From phone to Ethernet - Final result Cat5e cables now attached to new Ethernet module. Hard to tell but the MikroTik is behind the DSL modem. I’ll get rid of the phone module that takes all the space at the top. That’s for Upgrade 2.0. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/66bd6d68-8954-48b9-a93c-420d38b1b87d/61pf7wBNOlL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - From phone to Ethernet - The MikroTik S+RJ10 (another terrible name) is an SFP+ module designed to plug into the SFP+ port of the MikroTik switch I mentioned earlier, allowing you to connect an Ethernet cable to your ISP’s modem or router. With a Cat6 or Cat6a cable, you can unlock the full 10Gbps potential of that SFP+ port—assuming your modem/router supports 10Gbps and you’re lucky enough to have 10Gbps fiber! View on Amazon https://www.europeanwithkids.com/blog/food-recyclers-composters monthly 0.5 2024-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/6cb6853b-a0d8-43f2-b350-8159889f80cb/best-inventions-2023-mill.jpg BLOG - Kitchen Composters and Food Recyclers - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/8239698b-e97c-460d-93d0-14ffb53d1870/780x0.jpg BLOG - Kitchen Composters and Food Recyclers - The Mill comes in two versions, with the 2nd-gen offering a 3-year warranty (compared to the 1-year for the 1st-gen) and including a charcoal filter that lasts over 12 months. They previously required a subscription for replacement filters, but now you can buy them for around $60. Using our referral link will get you $200 off (until offer expires). View on mill.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/a6fce657-a9e9-42e7-8fef-314f8515d725/41N9DBnNQAL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Kitchen Composters and Food Recyclers - The Vitamix FoodCycler Eco 5 has nearly the same capacity as The Mill (5L vs. 6.5L) but is priced at about half and is also about half the height. Vitamix offers carbon pellets for the filter that need replacement every 3 months and cost around $25. View on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/30f932a4-5177-4cd3-82dc-975e14ba2175/71p0gFkVz9L._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Kitchen Composters and Food Recyclers - The GEME Home Composter is the only true composter among these options. With a massive 19L capacity, it features an industrial-grade filter that doesn’t need replacing and can handle liquid and bio waste. If you have pets and plenty of space, this is a great choice View on Amazon https://www.europeanwithkids.com/blog/best-wine-fridges monthly 0.5 2024-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/38843b52-f6bb-4ff3-aa6a-ebdf4936c7c6/269066403_2.jpg BLOG - Best wine coolers & wines - The VinoView M 90 Wine Cellar is an interesting one. The storage (and therefore display) of the bottles is original. I believe the site says it’s “patented label-forward VinoView shelves”…of course. I think the Wi-Fi feature is a bit ridiculous. The compressor seems to be more “advanced”, which could be good, or it could just mean more trouble down the road. Not a big fan of the way the bottles stored at the bottom. But it can store up to 90 bottles, which is really nice. View on Wine Enthusiast https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/cf0b6662-f5d7-44f6-96a7-f22167852649/81hEK9iussL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best wine coolers & wines - The NewAir Freestanding 98 Bottle Dual Zone can hold up to 98 bottles. It’s dual-zone, which I’m not too concerned about, but who knows—maybe I’ll start a white wine collection! The shelves seem to be the black wire kind, which gives it a different look. This one doesn’t seem to provide a lock like the others. View on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/8085e88b-1d56-4060-bbfe-8605651557c4/71uDhiAE%2BIL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best wine coolers & wines - The Whynter Built-in or Freestanding Stainless Steel Dual Zone can store up to 164 bottles comes at almost 300 lbs. I gotta make sure I know exactly where to put it, cause I’m not moving that thing around. The door swing is reversible, and it comes with one display rack (the top shelf in the picture), which I really like. There’s also a 100-bottle version, but for just $200 more, you can get this 164-bottle model and store 64% more wine. View on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/0cfb0fa2-61a1-4c1c-a89d-b85cba2ff726/2X-VSWR56-1B20_0c924b56-e3c6-4985-a7c4-09ca8ab1cfee.jpg BLOG - Best wine coolers & wines - The Allavino FlexCount 2 is here only because I actually have the perfect space for it. It’s pretty much 2 small fridges next to each other. Allavino is know for making premium wine fridges at, well, premium prices. Since it can be used as built into cabinetry, I’m considering it for the space I have in mind, and adding fillers on the sides and top to make it look built-in. They provide different variations, from 2 to 4 zones, and even in silver. View on Allavino https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/e69aaa3b-7da8-4838-9f75-58fee59f3d5b/812o4z7kewL._AC_SY741_.jpg BLOG - Best wine coolers & wines - The Lanbo 24-Inch Dual Zone Wine Cooler can store up to 141 bottles, which is a nice feature. It’s a dual-zone fridge, which I don’t really need, but it’s the only model that caught my attention. I’m not a big fan of the metal look (I prefer black), but that’s just me. If I’m not mistaken, Lanbo is relatively new to the market, but their goal is to "build great brands that dominate niche markets"—sounds interesting. View on Amazon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/1726634688129-V7GRWYZV1BRRXO64QYI7/unsplash-image-f6Wpz1QPFZI.jpg BLOG - Best wine coolers & wines - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/074b13ae-dc1d-4061-804a-e5b90bb45111/39850_1.jpg BLOG - Best wine coolers & wines - The Wine Enthusiast Classic 80 Wine Cellar offers room for up to 80 bottles. It provides a blue LED light, which doesn’t emit UV—always a good thing. It has sliding shelves, supposedly made of black wire, and I really like the wood trims on those. I also like the presentation of the bottle at the very bottom. Most fridges won’t really show it but that last “shelf” is usually shorter because the compressor is right behind it. Here it seems they opted to make those bottom bottles standup at an angle (I’m guessing). Those would be my “most precious” ones, so this is a nice plus. View on Wine Enthusiast https://www.europeanwithkids.com/blog/best-crepe-pans monthly 0.5 2024-09-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/2e4b0a6f-2054-4045-a66c-a7ad876231f2/51bss1Ku9%2BL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Crepe Pans - The De Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Pan offers professional-grade performance with natural, chemical-free nonstick properties that improve with every use. Lighter than cast iron, this pan heats evenly and is perfect for crepes, tortillas, and pancakes. Now I own one and the handle does get warm (borderline hot) when making 12+ crepes… Rooted in French culinary tradition, it's a durable, long-lasting addition to any kitchen. Buy on Amazon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/0ec32dd2-d466-40fa-b5d6-2ccde28096c6/71hyzvGXjIL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Crepe Pans - Did you know? Legend says crêpes were born from a 13th-century housewife in Brittany who accidentally spilled buckwheat porridge onto a hot stone, creating the first crêpe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/1134e3b1-d69b-4e91-8cf4-4464f65f490d/71QlROPQlNL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Crepe Pans - The ROSSETTO Non-Stick Crepes Pan brings authentic French elegance to your kitchen with its vibrant red design and even heat distribution. Induction-ready and PFOA/PTFE-free, it features a healthy ceramic coating for perfect crepes every time. Durable, easy to clean, and complete with a spreader, this pan makes crepe-making effortless and stylish. Buy on Amazon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/32a1b93b-1434-4bcb-a452-e639c080a4e2/81308x2UTaS._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Crepe Pans - The Tefal C38510 XL Force Crepe Pan combines a durable titanium non-stick coating with Tefal’s unique Thermo Signal technology, ensuring perfect preheating and even cooking. Free of PFOA, lead, and cadmium, this 25 cm pan delivers golden brown crepes effortlessly, with a sturdy handle for secure grip. I own different versions of this one and haven’t had to complain about any of those yet. Designed and made in France, it’s built for both performance and safety. Buy on Amazon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66e517d11d7106105d88ae0f/b6874c6d-7235-4afa-aaf3-4dad8e444e08/71l4eCx-VzL._AC_SX679_.jpg BLOG - Best Crepe Pans - The SENSARTE Nonstick Crepe Pan features a Swiss ILAG granite coating for healthy, low-oil cooking. PFOA-free and suitable for all cooktops, including induction, its 10-inch size and lightweight design make flipping crepes and pancakes effortless. I own one and haven’t had any issues with it so far. With even heating, a cool-touch handle, and easy cleaning, it’s perfect for making tons of crepes! 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