Kuhn Rikon Epicurean Garlic Press
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Kuhn Rikon Epicurean Garlic Press
Customer Review: Product just fine, took over a month to recieve
Summary: 3 Stars
I had ordered the garlic press as a gift for Mother's Day, it didn't arrive until after Father's Day. Shortly after placing the order I was informed that the product had shipped. 10 days later, after contacting the seller, I was told the product had never shipped and in fact was not even in stock at their wherehouse. I was also informed at that time that it would ship no later than June 10th via priority mail (2-3 day delivery). 8 days later I had to contact the seller again as the product had still not arrived. At that time I was provided a tracking number for the shipment and it arrived the following day. I have no complaints about the actual product, it works great and is exactly as advertized. However, thanks to the delays, I have a mother who is utterly unimpressed by my attempt to find her a top notch kitchen utensil.Customer Review: Efficient, strong, easy to clean.
Summary: 5 Stars
We had an Oxo garlic press until it broke and thought it was pretty good. Oh boy, did we not know!
The Kuhn press is expensive but it's awesome. It is very easy to use -- it is easy to get all the garlic in, off and out. When you fill it up you have to put your finger on it to hold it from flipping over; but that's not as complicated as it sounds.
It feels very strong. Compared to the Oxo it's built with less "pressure points" to break, it seems. Of course we've only had it for maybe a year, so we'll see ...
Lastly it's very easy to clean; so there's no excuse not to use it even if you just need a little garlic.
Update: A year later now (March 2011) and it's still going strong. No sign of it wearing out or being beat up in any way despite two years of regular use.
Customer Review: I am worth it!
Summary: 5 Stars
Fifteen years using my old garlic press brought a sad day when I had to replace it. First, I picked up a cheap version at Target. It failed miserably and made pressing garlic and cleaning the press a dreaded chore. Even after research at Cooks Illustrated, I was hesitant to purchase this product due to the price, but my husband pointed out that it is a tool that I use regularly and I should get one that is a pleasure to use. I love it! It presses the garlic with less force than my previous press and it is a dream to clean due to the swing out perferated basket. A quick rinse and a towel dry are all that is needed. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a garlic press.Kuhn Rikon Epicurean Garlic PressCustomer Review: Mother of All Presses
Summary: 4 Stars
This press looks and acts the part. Solid construction ensures longevity and reliability. The press is tough enough to take on other harder roots like ginger as well. Pressing garlic is a cinch with this but although pressing ginger requires a bit more effort, this press handles it quite well too.
The pressing surface is fully openable to enable quick and easy cleaning. The all steel construction makes for faster cleaning compared to some of its competitors which have plastic parts.
The large and curved grip makes it comfortable on the hands, and allows more surface area of your palm to be in contact to spread out the pressure.
I would give it 5 stars if not for the price, which I think is a bit on the high side, but I guess you do get what you pay for. Highly recommended.
Customer Review: Do it.
Summary: 5 Stars
35 years of cooking and poorly performing and broken presses produced frustratation at again having to purchase another garlic press. In depth research led me to the Ricon Garlic Press. Ergonomically, it compliments the palm and smoothly functions with minimal effort. It crushes and/or minces the whole clove, leaving only a thin skin in the press. Clean up is a snap. It is interesting to look at and feels and performs like a real tool. Even if you don't know what you are doing in the kitchen, this baby will bring the confidence to glide through at least one part of the food preparation process. Judging on the quality, I imagine that this garlic press will last for years and I will probably save money in the long run. I see that today they are 4 for 3. This is a great deal! Do it. And share the love.