Appliances

You might be familiar with Smeg's retro-styled kettles and mini fridges, but did you know the brand also makes a manual espresso machine?

Keeping the right temperature in your fridge and freezer can mean the difference between enjoying your food and wasting your food.

According to the history books – or what are now more commonly referred to as Wikipedia pages – the first mechanical dishwashing device was patented in 1850. It wasn’t until one hundred years later that they started appearing in the homes of the wealthy. Since then, the dishwasher has evolved from a luxury and a status symbol to an absolute necessity in any modern kitchen. And as a brand that has been in the household appliance business since the early 1900’s, it makes sense that Frigidaire has a strong foothold in the consumer dishwasher market. 

If you've been thinking about upgrading your appliances and wondering what's changed, check out how new appliance technology can make your life easier.

The Redroad P17 is a pet vacuum that removes your pet hair as you brush. It also has a clipper that pulls hair right into the dust bin.

Why should you make your own dessert? Homemade treats are fresher, healthier, and cheaper. This National Ice Cream Day, celebrate your way!

I tested out the Zojirushi rice cooker and two Tiger rice cookers. One can make perfect rice, while the other two can make rice and entire meals at once.

There are ways kids can help around the house, and in the first part of a three-part series, we look at what they can do in the kitchen.

The switch to Daylight Savings time is upon us again, and as of 2 am Sunday, March 9th, we’ll be springing forward by 60 minutes. Not all of Canada participates in the Daylight Savings ritual, with Saskatchewan being the main exception as they observe Central Standard Time all year round.   Some people don’t notice the switch all that much, others will flat out tell you ‘It sucks.’ It doesn’t matter which camp you’re in, because it’s coming whether we like it or not. So how do you survive the transition to Daylight Saving time?