I'm surprised that this Stokes outlet doesn't have a review yet. I'm "Stoked" to be the first!
I really wasn't shopping when I stepped into this shop; really - I wasn't! I was only innocently walking around the mall trying to attain my daily quota of steps!! It was the display at the front that called me into the store. Anyone who has ever gone into a Stokes knows that they offer tons of great kitchen gadgets, and usually at good and competitive prices. The sales on the day I went into the shop were no different. There were new, attractive fry pans made of unusual materials that I've never seen before, and which are non-stick, and they come in 2 sizes. The handle looks like it's wood, seamlessly attached to the pan. I wanted a lid to go with it, and the clerk very suavely lead me over to the hanging display of universal glass lids which fit 3 different sizes of pots and pans. This is dangerously good, as I prefer clear lids so that you can see what's happening inside the pot while you're cooking. Opening the lid to see inside releases all the heat, and it's not as energy efficient. So I was sold on this. Bonus: the edge of this lid is red silicone. Lovely!
So the clerk cashed me out, but on the way through the sale, she segwayed into an extra sale: there are 3 or 4 different products on the counter that can be purchased at a discount when you spend over a certain dollar value. Most of the time these are not good for me (I've already got them!), except this display offered a kit that contained a peeler, kitchen scissors, and a ceramic knife. I've wanted to try a ceramic knife for a very long time. Let's just hope I won't cut off a limb when I try it! I can be a danger with a knife - dangerous to myself! My current peelers might be a bit dull already anyway. This kit was an extra $5 or $6; well worth it.
Further bonus: with my receipt, I got a coupon for $15 off my next purchase (time limit about 1 month into the future), provided my purchase is over a specified dollar amount. That too will be dangerous! And for those of you not in the know, Stokes is affiliated with "Think Kitchens", one outlet that is conveniently located in the Tanger Outlet mall. That's another location where I can rack up the steps. And the coupon is good at either of these stores. Look out world! read more