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Are you for or against the increasing amount of technology in the kitchen?

Blog DVICE seems to think that over the long-term you can save money on eating out by purchasing nine specific kitchen gadgets, like plates that cook. As exciting as these gadgets sound, just how necessary are they and will they actually help you save money?

The adjustable measuring cup (see the photo above) can measure up to two tablespoons with the small cup and up to a half-cup with the larger one. While this device costs $18, it functions as both a measuring cup and spoon. And, the price is similar to that of both measuring tools and can take up less space.

But are these gadgets worth it? Find out after the jump.

Just in time for weather hitting record low temperatures (at least in New York City), Jamba Juice announced their national rollout of their new Steel Cut Oatmeal with Fruit menu items this morning. Taking a full 40 minutes to prepare (but available to customers immediately), Jamba's oatmeal comes with a choice of three real fruit toppings: blueberry-blackberry, apple cinnamon or fresh bananas.

Adding to their already nutritious and wholesome menu, these small pints of oatmeal are sure to give Starbucks a run for their money with their rivaling whole-grain oatmeal with dried fruit. Getting a hold of a sample ourselves, I can honestly say I was impressed. The oats were plump and could instantly tell the difference between instant oatmeal made with boiling water and these oats, which are simmered over a period of time. The fruit topping was not too sweet and the brown sugar crumble simply put on smile on my face (who doesn't love crumble).

How seriously do you take your tequila? What champagne is for France, tequila is for Mexico. Mexicans drink it to celebrate national holidays, weddings, and anniversaries. It even has a government protection similar to the French AOC. The Consejo Regulador del Tequilo states that the drink must come from a region in central south Mexico: the state of Jalisco. Drinking tequila straight from a small glass is the most traditional way to drink it.

So, what does it mean that companies, such as Tanteo, are now producing flavored tequilas? In a recent New York Times article, Florence Fabricant explains that flavors, like jalapeño and passion fruit, are subtle and delicate in Tanteo's line of flavored tequilas. As much as I want to be a traditionalist, I have to admit that I'm intrigued and looking forward to trying these tequilas. Tanteo tequilas are now available in NY at three locations: Ambassador Wines and Spirits on Second Avenue, SoHo Wines and Spirits on West Broadway, and at Philippe Wine and Liquor in Chelsea.

Thanks to Shelterrific for finding these innovative and odd utensils.

According to the designer, Seongyong Lee, "This product started from two main purposes. First, whenever you wash your dishes, you might have difficulties finding spoons as cutlery sinks deep down into water. Second, it is based on the idea of easy holding [...] the spherical shape in the center acts as a supporter to help you when you cut and chop food with less effort."

This invention makes me wonder how dirty and piled up we let our sinks get. Is it easier to just immediately wash dirty items in the sink even though we're tired, or would we rather come to terms with a washing that could take up to 30 minutes for the entire weeks dishes. I've even heard young adults in their first homes (without dishwashers) letting the dishes get so bad that they pack them up and bring them home to mom and dads house where an electric machine will deal with the dirty work.

Admitting that they are pleasing to the eye and would make life easier if you let all your dishes soak before washing -- I want to know what you think.