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High end salt and pepper grinder?
Posted on 10/23/12 at 2:28 pm
Posted on 10/23/12 at 2:28 pm
Isn't there a certain one that is hands down the best???
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Posted on 10/23/12 at 2:47 pm to Zilla
I don't use a salt grinder. I use David's kosher salt. I have a number of PepperMate pepper grinders. They're superb and last forever. I think my Mom has had hers for 30 years, at least. I've had several of mine for a long time. I've got them in different colors for different peppercorns.
Posted on 10/23/12 at 3:24 pm to Gris Gris
ok thanks, but I don't think that's the brand that people say is far and away the best.... hmmm...
Posted on 10/23/12 at 3:51 pm to Zilla
It's the brand I like best and it lasts. It also has the piece on the bottom so you can grind and catch the pepper and measure it out if you so wish. Peugeot is the brand you're probably thinking of. Mine is better, but whatever...
Posted on 10/23/12 at 3:55 pm to Zilla
Steer clear of Vic Firth; they really arent very good and are prone to the gears grinding more than the pepper.
Posted on 10/23/12 at 4:04 pm to Gris Gris
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Mine is better, but whatever...
ok 
Posted on 10/23/12 at 4:38 pm to Zilla
Well, I think a pepper grinder that grinds a lot at once with one full turn and lasts for 30 years is a mighty smart investment. They used to be 50 bucks when they first came out. Now, they're less. I've given them as gifts a bazillion times. People always mention still having it and it working like brand new. I should work for the company.
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I've had mine since before Ina Garten and Paula Dean had them.
ETA: I have the white and black ones. You can use them for salt or pepper. I haven't tried their newer models. I think the originals are the best from what I've read.
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I've had mine since before Ina Garten and Paula Dean had them.
ETA: I have the white and black ones. You can use them for salt or pepper. I haven't tried their newer models. I think the originals are the best from what I've read.
This post was edited on 10/23/12 at 4:40 pm
Posted on 10/23/12 at 4:50 pm to Zilla
Why would one need a grinder for salt?
Posted on 10/23/12 at 4:51 pm to BlackenedOut
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Why would one need a grinder for salt?
Posted on 10/23/12 at 4:57 pm to Zilla
That's pretty ugly. Seriously.
Are you looking for table decor that spews a few grains at a time or something you can really use in the kitchen?
And, why in the heck did you ask when you ordered one already? Sheesh, Zilla. All that work for you for nothing.
I've never used a salt grinder. Have no idea why one would want one other than for decoration.
Are you looking for table decor that spews a few grains at a time or something you can really use in the kitchen?
And, why in the heck did you ask when you ordered one already? Sheesh, Zilla. All that work for you for nothing.
I've never used a salt grinder. Have no idea why one would want one other than for decoration.
Posted on 10/23/12 at 5:00 pm to Gris Gris
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I've never used a salt grinder
i have. the freshly cracked salt rocks..the aroma..you can practically feel the ocean breeze..
Posted on 10/23/12 at 5:03 pm to CAD703X
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i have. the freshly cracked salt rocks..the aroma..you can practically feel the ocean breeze..
Do you grind it all over the house to pretend you're at the ocean or do you like all of your food to smell like the ocean?
Posted on 10/23/12 at 5:04 pm to CAD703X
Sea salt or other large, flaked finishing salts to me are there to add a textural and salty component. For instance, seasoning a cooked and sliced rib eye with flakes of sea salt. Grinding salt would take away from that.
Posted on 10/23/12 at 5:07 pm to BlackenedOut
I agree. I like the texture of the salts I buy. I can't get the same texture with a grinder, even one with a number of adjustments. It's just not going to be the same.
Posted on 10/23/12 at 5:43 pm to Zilla
the latest issue of Cooks Illustrated rated pepper mills. The one they rated highest was the "Cole & Mason Derwent Gourmet Precision Pepper Mill." They said it runs about $40 and has a carbon steel blade, holds 1/2 cup, is easy to load, has six grind size settings, and had the best grind quality.
In general, their reviews are spot on in my experience. They aren't influenced by sponsors, so they are impartial. I found a link to purchase the product here:
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In general, their reviews are spot on in my experience. They aren't influenced by sponsors, so they are impartial. I found a link to purchase the product here:
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Posted on 10/23/12 at 10:19 pm to Gris Gris
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It's the brand I like best and it lasts. It also has the piece on the bottom so you can grind and catch the pepper and measure it out if you so wish. Peugeot is the brand you're probably thinking of. Mine is better, but whatever...
I got a set of Peugeot S & P mills for Father's day, and while the pepper grinder is everything I dreamed it would be, I have to admit the salt grinder is a little overrated. If I had to do it again, I would just get the pepper grinder. The salt grinder seems to either make it too fine, like dust, or too coarse, like rocks still. It sure does look good on my counter, though
Posted on 10/23/12 at 11:26 pm to Gris Gris
I thought it looked pretty sharp ...I started this thread while I was in bed bath and beyond ... then looked when i got back .... I ordered that right before I posted I ordered.... reviews are good ... I've used a salt grinder, but I like the textured kosher too ...I grind when I want more even distribution...but yea, it's not a necessity ... thanks for your input ...I may get one of your too for when I need a lot of pepper
Posted on 10/24/12 at 1:32 am to Zilla
I keep kosher salt in a cheap plastic ketchup dispenser bottle with the funnel shaped nozzle. For pepper, the Unicorn Magnum has served me well for 10 years. It is made out of plastic, so you can use bleach to sterilize the grips. It costs about $50 and worth the money IMO. Holds a massive amount of peppercorns and churns out the pepper.
This post was edited on 10/24/12 at 1:38 am
Posted on 10/24/12 at 2:08 am to Zilla
Well... Okay.
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