{"id":15154,"date":"2016-03-03T12:13:58","date_gmt":"2016-03-03T17:13:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/?p=15154"},"modified":"2017-11-09T09:10:14","modified_gmt":"2017-11-09T14:10:14","slug":"surprisingly-easy-ways-to-upgrade-your-kitchen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/surprisingly-easy-ways-to-upgrade-your-kitchen\/","title":{"rendered":"Surprisingly easy ways to upgrade your kitchen"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This weekend is the beginning of the annual International Home &amp; Housewares Show in Chicago. We\u2019ll be there looking for interesting new products to use at home and on the road when you travel, but to give you a quick preview, we thought we\u2019d share a couple new products we were lucky enough to snag before the opening of the show.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980-600x450.jpg?resize=600%2C450\" alt=\"160303-0980\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-15156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?resize=600%2C450&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h1><b>Touch \u00a0Beverages Carafe \u00a0<\/b><\/h1>\n<p>I\u2019ve been using a Touch Brewer since last year and love the speed with which it brews, as well as the flavor it extracts from any K-Cup.\u00a0 Not wasting electricity with a \u201cconstantly on\u201d brewer is huge; yet your first cup in the morning starts brewing in about 15 seconds.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-youtube su-u-responsive-media-yes\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wn7FQmSvvrc?autohide=1&amp;autoplay=0&amp;mute=0&amp;controls=1&amp;fs=1&amp;loop=0&amp;modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;theme=dark&amp;wmode=&amp;playsinline=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture\" title=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>But now, I\u2019ve added the Touch Beverages Carafe and Refill Jumbo Cup.\u00a0 This lets me brew 26 ounces of my favorite ground coffee in just minutes.\u00a0 Not having to buy K-cups saves money and the refillable jumbo cup lets me select whatever blend I want for the day.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0983-450x600.jpg?resize=450%2C600\" alt=\"160303-0983\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-15157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0983.jpg?resize=450%2C600&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0983.jpg?resize=113%2C150&amp;ssl=1 113w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0983.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0983.jpg?w=750&amp;ssl=1 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To use the refill jumbo cup, pop out the red single serve cup holder from your Touch Brewer. After filling the jumbo cup with your coffee grounds, simply drop it in the opening, select your quantity, and start brewing. When I\u2019m done brewing, the refillable cup quickly rinses clean at the sink and is ready to go again.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_15159\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15159\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/touch-refill-8988-600x450.jpg?resize=600%2C450\" alt=\"A giant 40 gram fill-it-yourself pod lets you brew your own ground coffees.\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-large wp-image-15159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/touch-refill-8988.jpg?resize=600%2C450&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/touch-refill-8988.jpg?resize=150%2C112&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/touch-refill-8988.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/touch-refill-8988.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/touch-refill-8988.jpg?w=1707&amp;ssl=1 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15159\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A giant 40 gram fill-it-yourself pod lets you brew your own ground coffees.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>I\u2019ve got an older model brewer (T414S) that only brews 14 ounces at a time; so to completely fill the 26 oz. carafe, I brew 14 ounces, open the top to reset the machine, close it again and press 12 ounces to complete the brew.\u00a0 Literally, it\u2019s done in just a matter of minutes and I\u2019ve got enough coffee to take to the office. The newer <a href=\"http:\/\/www.touchbeverages.com\/T526S.html\">T526B brewer<\/a> lets you set 8 cup sizes: 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 oz. and Carafe (26 ounces.)<\/p>\n<p>Whichever model you use, you\u2019ll be amazed how quick, how hot and how flavorful coffee can be from a K-cup style brewer. Check out their whole line at Touch Beverages website:\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.touchbeverages.com\/\">http:\/\/www.touchbeverages.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h1><b>reCAP FLIP lids<\/b><\/h1>\n<p>Got a bunch of old mason jars in the kitchen cupboard?\u00a0 Who doesn\u2019t?\u00a0 Now you can reuse them and repurpose them for today\u2019s lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p>With the reCAP FLIP lid, you have instant access to the contents of the jar. Forget unscrewing the lid and maybe leaving it behind somewhere.\u00a0 Just a quick flip and you\u2019ve got instant access to whatever you are storing inside. A reverse flip and the jar is sealed again; keeping out dust, bugs and whatever else tends to accumulate in an open jar.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/reCAP-open-and-closed-600x436.jpg?resize=600%2C436\" alt=\"reCAP open and closed\" width=\"600\" height=\"436\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-15158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/reCAP-open-and-closed.jpg?resize=600%2C436&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/reCAP-open-and-closed.jpg?resize=150%2C109&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/reCAP-open-and-closed.jpg?resize=300%2C218&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/reCAP-open-and-closed.jpg?resize=768%2C559&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/reCAP-open-and-closed.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The FLIP lid is just one in a series of different tops that will all fit your classic mason jars and allow you to use them for purposes never dreamed of before. \u00a0We\u2019ll hopefully be bringing you even more examples after the show.<\/p>\n<p>See the whole line of reCAP\u2019s and order more mason jars if you need them at Mason Jars website: <a href=\"http:\/\/masonjars.com\/\">http:\/masonjars.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Got any other gadgets that make for an easy upgrade to your kitchen? \u00a0Share them below in the comments?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_14489\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.examiner.com\/article\/exciting-new-additions-for-your-kitchen\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-14489\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14489\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/as-originally-published-on-examiner-logo-600x57.jpg?resize=600%2C57\" alt=\"http:\/\/www.examiner.com\/article\/3pod-orbit-tripod-and-video-head-are-perfect-together-rail\" width=\"600\" height=\"57\" class=\"size-large wp-image-14489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/as-originally-published-on-examiner-logo.jpg?resize=600%2C57&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/as-originally-published-on-examiner-logo.jpg?resize=150%2C14&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/as-originally-published-on-examiner-logo.jpg?resize=300%2C29&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/as-originally-published-on-examiner-logo.jpg?w=1050&amp;ssl=1 1050w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-14489\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">http:\/\/www.examiner.com\/article\/3pod-orbit-tripod-and-video-head-are-perfect-together-rail<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This weekend is the beginning of the annual International Home &amp; Housewares Show in Chicago. We\u2019ll be there looking for interesting new products to use at home and on the road when you travel, but to give you a quick preview, we thought we\u2019d share a couple new products we were lucky enough to snag 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weekend is the beginning of the annual International Home &amp; Housewares Show in Chicago. We\u2019ll be there looking for interesting new products to use at home and on the road when you travel, but to give you a quick preview, we thought we\u2019d share a couple new products we were lucky enough to snag before the opening of the show. Touch \u00a0Beverages Carafe \u00a0 I\u2019ve been using a Touch Brewer since last year and love the speed with which it brews, as well as the flavor it extracts from any K-Cup.\u00a0 Not wasting electricity with a \u201cconstantly on\u201d brewer&hellip;<\/p>\n","category_list_v2":"<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/past\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Past<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Tech, Gadgets &amp; Gear<\/a>","author_info_v2":{"name":"Doug","url":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/author\/admindoug\/"},"comments_num_v2":"0 comments","author_meta":{"display_name":"Doug","author_link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/author\/admindoug\/"},"featured_img":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?fit=300%2C225&ssl=1","featured_image_src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1","author_info":{"display_name":"Doug","author_link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/author\/admindoug\/"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/160303-0980.jpg?fit=1280%2C960&ssl=1","coauthors":[],"tax_additional":{"categories":{"linked":["<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/past\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Past<\/a>","<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Tech, Gadgets &amp; Gear<\/a>"],"unlinked":["<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Past<\/span>","<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Tech, Gadgets &amp; Gear<\/span>"]},"tags":{"linked":["<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">coffee<\/a>","<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">coffee brewer<\/a>","<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">gadgets<\/a>","<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">kitchen<\/a>","<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Kitchen gadgets<\/a>","<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Mason jar<\/a>","<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">reCAP<\/a>","<a href=\"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/category\/tech-gadgets-gear-2\/\" class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Touch Beverages<\/a>"],"unlinked":["<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">coffee<\/span>","<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">coffee brewer<\/span>","<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">gadgets<\/span>","<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">kitchen<\/span>","<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Kitchen gadgets<\/span>","<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Mason jar<\/span>","<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">reCAP<\/span>","<span class=\"advgb-post-tax-term\">Touch Beverages<\/span>"]}},"comment_count":0,"relative_dates":{"created":"Posted 10 years ago","modified":"Updated 8 years ago"},"absolute_dates":{"created":"Posted on March 3, 2016","modified":"Updated on November 9, 2017"},"absolute_dates_time":{"created":"Posted on March 3, 2016 12:13 pm","modified":"Updated on November 9, 2017 9:10 am"},"featured_img_caption":"","series_order":"","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p21Ejy-3Wq","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":14003,"url":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/touch-414s-the-hottest-new-single-serve-coffee-brewer\/","url_meta":{"origin":15154,"position":0},"title":"Touch T414S &#8211; the hottest new single-serve coffee brewer","author":"Doug","date":"May 12, 2015","format":false,"excerpt":"Now there\u2019s a single-serve brewing system that\u2019s fully compatible with all the standard Keurig K-cups available (with or without the microchips).\u00a0 Touch T414S is a remarkable machine in so many ways \u2013 I\u2019ve been really been enjoying using it for a month now. 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