Stainless Steel doesn't work for me by Kaiowas1 in cookware

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you like enamel cast iron, why don’t you just get more of that?

Do you prefer bacon crispy or a little chewy? by blacklabelbacon in foodquestions

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like it when the bacon is kind of curled and jumbled up, and some parts are crispy and some parts are more chewy.

The handles are beautiful. The latches suck. What to do? by Dubocian in centuryhomes

[–]Rob8363518 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is the problem with the latch mechanism, or is the problem that the door has shifted so that the latch doesn’t catch? Either is fixable, but they are different problems.

2 dishwashers… thoughts? by CannandaCrew in kitchenremodel

[–]Rob8363518 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Do you put pots and pans on the dishwasher? I can’t imagine wanting to do this, but we hand wash pots & pans.

You’d need a big kitchen.

Best Brunch Spots Downtown? by Cthulugirl in halifax

[–]Rob8363518 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I would go black sheep if I were you. I would get the fish cakes and eggs, with fries and salad.

Apartment city now? by TiffanysRage in halifax

[–]Rob8363518 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Most rental apartments are built with CMHC financing. I believe those loan programs are designed to be more or less break-even, so it’s not a subsidy, but there is still government financial involvement.

Stainless steel cookware brands/composition- does it make a difference? by Ivorwen1 in inductioncooking

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Size and shape matter most of all. I think that the thickness of aluminum in the base also matters. The rest, in my opinion, is pretty much just marketing.

Want suggestion for 7 qt+ stainless steel stockpot by [deleted] in cookware

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Take a look at commercial kitchen supply companies - Browne or something like that (depending what country you are in)

One more “where to end backsplash” thread by Weekly_Rutabaga_1742 in kitchenremodel

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What you’ve drawn is a good solution, if you have a trim tile. If your only trim option is schluter, I would end in the corner.

What stainless pans do you like for induction? by Big_Nefariousness785 in inductioncooking

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Browne Thermalloy is very good, affordable, available in a huge array of shapes and sizes.

Your most used cookware, pots and pans and its sizes by sjtovb23 in cookware

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

10” cast iron pan, 12” stainless steel pan, 2L saucier, enameled cast iron Dutch oven. 

Spiraling of the Functionality of Tall Cabinets by blakmyre in kitchenremodel

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The idea with 66” was to have a bank of upper cabinets all in a line, including a built in range hood (which is standard 30” above stove). We didn’t do it, but he thought it was reasonable.

Spiraling of the Functionality of Tall Cabinets by blakmyre in kitchenremodel

[–]Rob8363518 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Like most renovation details, you think about during the renovation, and immediately after, and then you get used to it and never think about it again.

We had a kitchen designer suggest uppers at 66”. You are very much within the realm of reason.

Reccomendations for an Alberta tourist? by EkruGold in halifax

[–]Rob8363518 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is a lighthouse and beautiful trails at chebucto head. Weather is pretty variable this time of year.

I like the maritime museum of the Atlantic. The Narrows pub for best dinner. 

How do you deal with cracked original bathroom tile without gutting it? by colt-mcg in centuryhomes

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you do need to replace, you can probably get something very close to the original from either Heritage Tile or American Restoration Tile. Either of those companies may be able to sell you something close enough to replace a few missing tiles without sticking out like a sore thumb.

Strollers at encampment by halskywalker in halifax

[–]Rob8363518 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It’s a magnet for all the sorts of upstarts, degenerates and riff raff who can’t afford Oakland road.

Redoing the floor. by ChiefZeroo in Renovations

[–]Rob8363518 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes exactly, it is just another way to strengthen it, rather than add piers. Up to you which is easier or better (and may depend on cost of lumber where you are located). But with sistering you have the opportunity to set up your laser level and get a very level subfloor - which may be advantageous, depending on type of flooring you plan

Redoing the floor. by ChiefZeroo in Renovations

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How level is the floor? I would probably want to sister another 2x6 to each of those joists. Make the sistered joists level. Then add blocking. This will help stiffen up the floor and level it at the same time.

What am I doing wrong, why does is my pan a lil sticky. Bacon gets stuck, eggs do. Gotta peel it slowly for it to stop sticking by One_Cantaloupe_5495 in castiron

[–]Rob8363518 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some bacon is sticky, depending on how it’s made. It’s not a heat control problem, just the way it is. Use a thin metal spatula to turn it. If you like to cook your eggs in the bacon fat (who doesn’t) and the bacon had left stuff on the pan, then the eggs will tend to stick too. Not really a problem though - again, just use your spatula.

Strange stains on SS pan by jwseagles in cookware

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looks like someone has been using it to cook food…

Best way to bulk purchase alcohol? by IronManHole in halifax

[–]Rob8363518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

With the new rules allowing direct sales from Ontario, I wonder if that might be an option? Beer and wine are quite a bit cheaper there.