Style And Function In Everyday Objects

When you have company over I am guessing that setting a lovely table is important. It's not so much about impressing people, it's about letting them know they are important. I know that's exactly how I feel.

So I got excited when I was able to try out these three products from Minos! I love their products and have been very impressed with not only their looks, but how well they work in my daily life and for using nice serving pieces when company comes over.

The first one is something I didn't think I would use too much, but now that I have been using it, I can see myself using it a lot. It is the 17 OZ. Polished Stainless Steel Teapot. I know, 17 oz is not that much, but is just the right amount for a coffee mug. It is made from stainless steel with a polished mirror finish and has a wonderful micro mesh filter that fits snugly inside for brewing a perfect cup of tea without getting any leaves or pieces in your cup.

The teapot is, I think, just the right size to make just what you need without any waste. It comes with three nifty silicone handles that you can change to suit your style, taste or mood. The silicone also helps keep your hand safe from the heat of the stainless steel. It is so easy to brew the tea. Fill the filter with the tea, pour boiling water over it and place the teapot lid that has built-in pour spouts on. It will brew the perfect cup in no time and keep it warm because of the stainless steel. This little teapot is perfect for use at work or at home.

The second and third products I tried out are very nice stainless steel pieces as well. They compliment the teapot. They are the 8.5 OZ. Stainless Steel Creamer Pitcher and the 8.5 OZ. Stainless Steel Sugar Bowl With Lid. Both are made from food grade stainless steel that is polished to a mirror finish and look fantastic sitting on the table or counter. They really look so nice.

The creamer has tapered sides, making it easy to hold on to. It does not have a handle, which at first I was not to sure about. After using it for a while, I found I like it not having the handle. Holding on to the whole pitcher was easier to control, especially with the arthritis I have in my hands. The size of the creamer is perfect for a whole family. You can fill it knowing that you aren't going to waste any when the meal is over.

The sugar bowl reminds you of the sweet teapot or their Moka Pot Espresso Makers. It matches perfectly and looks so nice on the table or counter next to the creamer. The lid fits nice and snugly on the top keeping the sugar sealed in well when not in use. No worries about it getting too much moisture from the air and hardening up. It also holds plenty of sugar cubes well too. There is a small opening just the right size for a pair of sugar tongs or a spoon.

I can honestly say that the Minos products are very high quality and look fantastic. We've received a lot of compliments on them and I highly recommend them all to you!

You can purchase the Minos 17 OZ. Polished Stainless Steel Teapot HERE!
You can purchase the Minos 8.5 OZ. Stainless Steel Creamer Pitcher HERE!
You can purchase the Minos 8.5 OZ. Stainless Steel Sugar Bowl With Lid HERE!

This reviewer received the product free or at a discounted price in order to bring you an honest review. No other form of compensation was given. All opinions are those of the reviewer.

Beautifully Brewed Italian-Style Coffee At Home

As a serious coffee lover, I am always up to trying new things, or newer versions of old things when it comes to brewing the coffee.

This product is no exception to that!

The Minos Moka Pot Espresso Maker is a fabulous way to get really good Italian-style coffee! This is not going to brew your ordinary coffee. This is going to brew a really good cup of artisan-style coffee that you will absolutely love!

The coffee pot that comes in 3 and 6 cup size, (mine is the 6 cup size), is made from stainless steel and has a silicone handle, yet it has the same look that the original Moka Pot had when it was created in 1933. It's a classic design, which I love! With the Minos Moka Pot, you get switchable, multi-colored handles that come in yellow, blue and pink. That makes it fun and you can use the one that best fits your decor or your mood. Really good thing is this pot can be used on a glass, electric, or gas stove top. By the way, the pot is really small. You can see it is only about 7" tall in the picture. You are only brewing espresso, which is not served in mega cups.

Clear directions on how to use the Moka Pot comes with it, so there is no guessing. I have found that the perfect setting for using this on my stove is between 4 and 5. I sit it on the edge of the burner and let it do its thing. It usually takes a good 6 minutes or so before the coffee starts to come up into the top part. From there, it only takes a couple minutes to finish. I remove it just before the last little bit is done. You'll know by the sounds and how fast it is going too. It will take some practice to get used to this style of brewing, but you'll be glad you learned to brew it this way!

A fine grind of espresso coffee is best for this pot. You DON'T want to use a coarse grind at all! Fill the coffee powder box to the rim and make sure it's packed down lightly. Italian-style coffee is always served with cream and sweetener, a;though you don't have to if you just want a strong cup of coffee, and you need to know this is a strong, bold way to have your coffee. Believe me, there will be a major caffeine kick from it.

The pot is easy to clean, just rinse it out well and let it dry upside down on a rack. Do not wash it in the dishwasher!

If you love coffee, you will want one of these, trust me! if you like coffee, once you try one of these, you will love coffee! I am thrilled to have this and will enjoy it for a long time to come.

You can purchase the Minos Moka Pot Espresso Maker HERE!

This reviewer received the product free or at a discounted price in order to bring you an honest review. No other form of compensation was given. All opinions are those of the reviewer.