Reply to: I want a waffle iron/maker

[hyperD]

You're a fan of David Gates then?

hehe, yeah.

[ChimpMaster]

I can feel my arteries hardening as I read.

But you ar a fat git, after all

[MarillionFan]

On holiday recently they were serving these wonderful waffles on which we'd spread a little chocolate and sprinkle some powered sugar on and it was just the best. The kids loved them.

Now I'm keen to get one of these waffle makers at home, but there are a bewildering array of choices. The waffles we had were not the 1" thick ones, but they also weren't stupidly thin & cripsy. They were just right.

Anyone here have a waffle maker that they would recommend?

I can feel my arteries hardening as I read.

[Churchill]

breadmaker: once a week (great on timer the night before, waking up to the sound of Bread) but normally prefer rolling my own.

You're a fan of David Gates then?

[hyperD]

I wouldn't get the B&D one guys, check the reviews.

breadmaker: once a week (great on timer the night before, waking up to the sound of Bread) but normally prefer rolling my own.

wok: daily, one of those "seasoned" ones, not the Teflon ones.

Coffee machine: grind and espresso machine.

pasta roller: once or twice a month - once you've had fresh, never going back unless it's for a quick pasta bake or "pie" type pasta. Fresh stuff, including home made ravioli, is great but takes time.

sandwich maker: nope.

[Support Monkey]

breadmaker twice per month.
wok 2 or 3 times per week.
Coffee machine every couple of hours.
pasta roller dont own
sandwich maker twice a month or so

breadmaker, never owned
Wok, gave it away cos we never used it
coffee machine, only at christmas
pasta roller, never owned
Sandwich maker,(proper breville it was a wedding present twenty years ago), when its my turn to cook so twice a year if your lucky

[Arturo Bassick]

Its gonna end up in the back of the cupboard next to the breadmaker, the wok, the Coffee machine, the pasta roller, and the sandwich maker

breadmaker twice per month.
wok 2 or 3 times per week.
Coffee machine every couple of hours.
pasta roller dont own
sandwich maker twice a month or so

[ChimpMaster]

Its gonna end up in the back of the cupboard next to the breadmaker, the wok, the Coffee machine, the pasta roller, and the sandwich maker

All of which I used twice a year

[Support Monkey]

£200 is a bit much, for something that we'll probably only use a couple of times a year! I was thinking something in the region of £30 myself. Not sure about the Black & Decker one, I did see that one earlier but was put off by the fact that B&D should stick to drills.

Its gonna end up in the back of the cupboard next to the breadmaker, the wok, the Coffee machine, the pasta roller, and the sandwich maker

[wobbegong]

On holiday recently they were serving these wonderful waffles on which we'd spread a little chocolate and sprinkle some powered sugar on and it was just the best. The kids loved them.

Now I'm keen to get one of these waffle makers at home, but there are a bewildering array of choices. The waffles we had were not the 1" thick ones, but they also weren't stupidly thin & cripsy. They were just right.

Anyone here have a waffle maker that they would recommend?

Don't do it, you'll end up like Wendall . . .

[ChimpMaster]

£200 is a bit much, for something that we'll probably only use a couple of times a year!

I was thinking something in the region of £30 myself. Not sure about the Black & Decker one, I did see that one earlier but was put off by the fact that B&D should stick to drills.

[Arturo Bassick]

At the risk of turning into NLUK, are you sure you're cut out for contracting ?

That is a permie waffle maker, mine is a contractor waffle maker.

Here endeth the lesson

I was suggesting it as a throw away item. Use it, if you like it buy a decent one sort of thing.

I use a cast iron stove/BBQ top jobbie myself.

[TestMangler]

That seems a bit pricey for anybody who is only trying out waffles or only has them occasionally.
You can get a decent one for 30 quid.
This would probably do as a starter. Black & Decker WMB500 Belgian Waffle Maker

At the risk of turning into NLUK, are you sure you're cut out for contracting ?

That is a permie waffle maker, mine is a contractor waffle maker.

Here endeth the lesson

[Arturo Bassick]

Speaking as an 'ex cafe owner', have a look at Nisbets. Avoid any crappy home based stuff.

You can go 'top of the range, pro kit' for about £200.

Waffles rule !!

In fact, have it !! Dualit Waffle Iron - J449 | Dualit Waffle Iron | Waffle Makers | Cooking Machines | Nisbets Next Day Catering Equipment

That seems a bit pricey for anybody who is only trying out waffles or only has them occasionally.
You can get a decent one for 30 quid.
This would probably do as a starter. Black & Decker WMB500 Belgian Waffle Maker

[TestMangler]

It is not the "iron" that matters, it is your recipe for the batter.

Partially, yes. But your iron musn't cool when you pour mixture on or have inconsistent and patchy heat delivery.