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On 11/10/2013 5:36 PM, Goomba wrote:
> On 11/9/13 3:14 PM, jmcquown wrote:
>> On 11/9/2013 10:13 AM, Janet wrote:
>>> In article >, says...
>>>>
>>>
>>>> Ever heard of such a thing? I did do a search and did come up with
>>>> items in
>>>> other countries but they were huge and looked to be for commercial
>>>> purposes.
>>>>
>>>> I am just curious how this thing would work.
>>>
>>> Vegetable/prep sinks are pretty standard in modern kithens here.

>>
>> Most of us know about things like that. Julie is talking about an
>> ultrasonic countertop appliance that cleans vegetables. I have no idea
>> why one would need an electric device to wash vegetables. Is it so
>> difficult?
>>

>
> Apparently they're not uncommon in Asia where some "natural fertilizers"
> might be used and the veggies need good washing.
> I've seen websites that show them built into the counters and they're
> convenience items. WOuld be kinda handy for soaking cabbage for kimchi,
> I bet?
>

Probably. I don't see much need for it in the U.S. Then again, I'm not
a gotta have that gizmo! kind of gal.

Jill