Nostalgia Popcorn Maker Review

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  • Опубліковано 3 жов 2024
  • We show off the features of the Nostalgia Popcorn Maker
    59 inches tall
    10 ounce kettle
    Led lights
    Wheels
    And it will transform your movie nights!
    Make sure you hit that SUBSCRIBE button to see more fun videos.
    #nostalgia #popcorn

КОМЕНТАРІ • 197

  • @Laufield
    @Laufield 4 роки тому +44

    I need this because theater movies are closed for covid-19

  • @dannyvell8834
    @dannyvell8834 4 роки тому +45

    Imagine him prepping up popcorn bags like he did the first one during this time in 2020😂😂😂😂😂

  • @cindimams4394
    @cindimams4394 22 години тому

    I just took mine out from the basement it hasn’t been used since 2010 so I had to clean it very well if I don’t use it I will sell it I know people with little ones love to have these at parties and mine are grown now so I hope it’ll make some kiddo’s happy 😊

  • @2l84me8
    @2l84me8 2 місяці тому

    These bros living the dream.

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 місяці тому +1

      This was when we were neighbors now living different states but still chasing that tailgating dream!

    • @2l84me8
      @2l84me8 2 місяці тому

      @@TailgatingChallenge Lol, good to hear that last bit.

  • @patriciaribeiro3615
    @patriciaribeiro3615 3 роки тому +2

    I just bought my nostalgia popcorn maker and I am super excited to get this beauty especially after this video, thank you guys!

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      Awesome! What do you think of it?
      Thanks for watching and hitting that subscribe button! We have tons of other fun videos showcasing unique products.

    • @HookedOnFishingTV
      @HookedOnFishingTV 11 місяців тому +1

      Do you still use it?

  • @smartthinkerg8129
    @smartthinkerg8129 4 роки тому +3

    Awesome popcorn and awesome broski time . Thanks for sharing.

  • @peterisenberg5643
    @peterisenberg5643 4 роки тому +23

    Great machine at first but after a few months the gears slip and the stirrer stops. They don't sell replacement parts ... don't buy this.

    • @Mark-Dibble
      @Mark-Dibble 3 роки тому

      Thanks for the heads up

    • @ctcentralinfo
      @ctcentralinfo 3 роки тому +3

      @@Mark-Dibble He doesn't know what he is talking about: www.greatnorthernpopcorn.com/parts-for-products/

  • @zerostarfree
    @zerostarfree 4 роки тому +4

    popcorn looks delicious, cool popcorn machine

  • @sieglindefoley8017
    @sieglindefoley8017 5 років тому +8

    Awesome showing this video of the Popcorn Maker, so want this in my life :)

  • @syxxpoppin8830
    @syxxpoppin8830 Рік тому +1

    Now im Poppin popcorn 🍿🤪 just because I saw this 🎉

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  Рік тому +1

      Haha yessss! Make me some:) 🍿
      Thanks for watching! We have tons of other fun videos showcasing unique products, would love to hear what you think:)
      Hope you have hit that SUBSCRIBE button too👍

    • @syxxpoppin8830
      @syxxpoppin8830 Рік тому +1

      Just because you asked me to make you some pop c im officially a new sub 😜😄

  • @Carguy0882
    @Carguy0882 4 роки тому +3

    You guys are a trip...."for all my spanish speaking friends" 😂😂😂😂

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the support! We aim to try and bring smiles and a little knowledge!

  • @kimmienguyen1944
    @kimmienguyen1944 2 роки тому

    Lol 😂 when he starts grabbing all the candies!

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      They call him sketchy for a reason lol!
      Thanks for watching and hitting that subscribe button! We have tons of other fun videos showcasing unique products.

  • @yokamatokin9972
    @yokamatokin9972 4 роки тому +2

    I love popcorn.

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      This brings that fun retro feel to your movie room and of course tasty popcorn!

  • @emmacarrillo1198
    @emmacarrillo1198 5 років тому +2

    Love this!!!!🍿🍿🍿😁😁😁😁

  • @thevictorianedge5465
    @thevictorianedge5465 Рік тому

    Y’all are having too much fun ❤❤

  • @BarbD55
    @BarbD55 4 роки тому +4

    I'd love to have this!

  • @MightyHex
    @MightyHex Рік тому +1

    I want this exact one but can’t find it 😭

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  Рік тому

      I think it went discontinued a while back not sure if they ever brought it back…

  • @kaylavelvet6718
    @kaylavelvet6718 3 роки тому

    Thank you soo much I was needing to find a popcorn maker but could not this is perfect because my family eats popcorn mostly all the time and we do need some place to put our candy at so we don't lose it but thank you again☺😊😆😇❤👌✌

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  3 роки тому

      thanks for watching and hope you can check out some of our other videos and let us know what you think?

  • @Johncollins219
    @Johncollins219 4 роки тому +1

    I ordered one and can't wait for it to get here for my home theater

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      Awesome we’d love to see it set up!

    • @simonwheeler9502
      @simonwheeler9502 4 роки тому

      How is it?

    • @Johncollins219
      @Johncollins219 4 роки тому

      It's nice I still haven't used it yet I kind of dread cleaning it but it looks really good in the theater.

  • @omgryannn
    @omgryannn 3 роки тому +2

    Try it with butter, coconut oil, and flavacol. It tastes just like the ones at the movies

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  3 роки тому

      Awesome thanks for the tips!

    • @omgryannn
      @omgryannn 3 роки тому +2

      @@TailgatingChallenge no problem. There’s this specific butter you need however, it’s called Kernel Seasons Butter Flavor Corn Oil. It has a yellow color and the kernel has a smile. You can get it at retail stores like target

    • @iamgraham_
      @iamgraham_ 2 роки тому +1

      @@omgryannn I think TKOR made a video on them making movie theater popcorn and they displayed the products and put a link in the desc of the vid.

  • @MannyCAM
    @MannyCAM 4 роки тому +5

    What, no link?

  • @kevlarunderwear22
    @kevlarunderwear22 5 років тому +8

    just ordered one. are there "shelves" to display the candybars?

    • @efrainsolorzano8435
      @efrainsolorzano8435 4 роки тому

      Did yours have it

    • @nikkiialexander1441
      @nikkiialexander1441 3 роки тому

      You can just customized it yourself with lights. I would say that’s what is here. Seen a buddy of mine do the same with a fish tank cabinet.

  • @edgarr8339
    @edgarr8339 3 роки тому +3

    I like how he Breathed Covid into each delicious bag of popcorn!

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  3 роки тому +1

      Haha first this was filmed years before Covid second he is sketchy so this is normal!

  • @GotJay713
    @GotJay713 4 роки тому +3

    Mi know you might not get this in time, but I can’t find a machine with the same candy cabinet. Where did you get it?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому +3

      We learned that this model was so popular that a company came and bought them all! Not sure if they are going to bring more
      Back or not yet.

    • @AngieTheQueen1
      @AngieTheQueen1 Рік тому +1

      I’m searching for it too. I don’t see it anywhere online!!! 😢

  • @joycebryant6420
    @joycebryant6420 3 роки тому

    I need this..Nice

  • @claudetteramey4158
    @claudetteramey4158 Рік тому

    We Love Popcorn!!🍿🍿🍿

  • @arieslov338
    @arieslov338 4 роки тому +2

    Can you post the link to getting this pop corn machine.

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      This one I learned is sold out, they have similar models but not exact one.

  • @idaliagarza604
    @idaliagarza604 3 роки тому +1

    I have the same maker but my pop corn comes stale !? Any idea why ?? Maybe I’m adding to little oil

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  3 роки тому

      I would try more oil first we haven’t had that problem with this unit so far.

    • @tlewiscpt
      @tlewiscpt 3 роки тому

      I’ve had this same model for years and it has never made a good batch. Always chewy!!!

  • @bigcoaxum
    @bigcoaxum 3 роки тому +3

    what is the model number of this machine? I've never seen one like this with the lighted concession center for the candy. Nice!

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  3 роки тому

      They were sold out of these but let me check in to see if they are bringing them back.

    • @AndresLler
      @AndresLler Місяць тому

      Did they bring back?​@@TailgatingChallenge

  • @hottiemchot2998
    @hottiemchot2998 4 роки тому +3

    Is the popcorn maker hard to clean? That seems to be the thing making some of the reviews a bit more negative. How do you guys approach cleaning the machine?

    • @foretwunnytimes1705
      @foretwunnytimes1705 4 роки тому +1

      I have one and when you detach the actual bowl that makes the popcorn you csn use one of those wires sponges to get anything out. I would wait until after I few uses though it should be fine.

    • @gdgabrielgddelgado
      @gdgabrielgddelgado 4 роки тому +1

      Actually you shouldn't clean it. If you notice in movie theaters the kettle is a little black thats where all the flavor comes from. From the pre seasoned kettle.

    • @foretwunnytimes1705
      @foretwunnytimes1705 4 роки тому +4

      Those machines use a different type of metal for heating. Any Pol that burns in these will just mess up the flavor and keep building up until its sticky and can't be cleaned. Like a cookie sheet that's been sprayed a bunch of times.

  • @jdb7752
    @jdb7752 3 роки тому

    you guys crack me up hahahaha new subscriber best wishes from the uk xj

  • @fureall1203
    @fureall1203 4 роки тому +1

    Good video 👍👍👍

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      Thanks for checking it out! Stay tuned we will be working out a giveaway soon! Follow us on Facebook facebook.com/tailgatingchallenge

  • @MrWacheez
    @MrWacheez 3 роки тому

    I liked the video because of the attempt in Spanish 🤣😁👏🏼

  • @nancyfulcher3542
    @nancyfulcher3542 2 роки тому

    Cool popcorn maker.

  • @drakeb9747
    @drakeb9747 2 роки тому +1

    that’s actually cool i recently bought a pop corn machine & a slushy maker for my basement so i’m tryna make it a man cave/entertainment room aha

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      We want to see your setup! Tag us on social when you get some pics!

  • @alessandropampolino2290
    @alessandropampolino2290 5 років тому +1

    awesome

  • @dansgrl52579
    @dansgrl52579 3 роки тому

    OK.... How did the popcorn taste? Like movie theater or like microwave from the bag?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  3 роки тому

      It tastes better than microwave and I’d remind that there are different types of popcorn you can get to put in the kettle that will impact the flavor.

  • @AngieTheQueen1
    @AngieTheQueen1 Рік тому

    Where did you purchase this popcorn machine?

  • @youknoweverything7643
    @youknoweverything7643 2 роки тому

    And everyone I found these really cool looking plastic reusable popcorn containers that look like the ones they got but it's hard plastic so I stack 10 of them on top of my monster machine and nice thing about having popcorn machine is you can make popcorn and it will stay warm all day if you got a heater under the metal bottom. That's the key if you got a heater under the metal bottom then get it ones with out it your popcorn goes stale in a few hours

  • @arturopalos2739
    @arturopalos2739 Рік тому

    Palomitas del carrito.🙂🙂

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! We have tons of other fun videos showcasing unique products, would love to hear what you think:)
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  • @coolgirl-mh2ce
    @coolgirl-mh2ce 2 роки тому

    When you bought this popcorn machine, did you set it up?

  • @23adammrmr
    @23adammrmr 4 роки тому +1

    Are all the glasses parts and the door plexiglass or real glass ?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому +1

      They note it as tempered glass. Thanks for watching! Check out our other nostalgia products reviews too

  • @katfranoutofthashade2325
    @katfranoutofthashade2325 4 роки тому +1

    Thatz wassup GREAT JOB & stop eating off tha FLOOR LOL

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      Thanks for the kind words and sketchy will never stop eating off the floor haha

    • @katfranoutofthashade2325
      @katfranoutofthashade2325 4 роки тому

      @@TailgatingChallenge ikr and I BELIEVE YOU! you guys seems like you were FRIENDS since playpen dayz. True friend are very hard to find. Stay safe

  • @joaco213
    @joaco213 4 роки тому

    How much was this unit? Been looking for one but some look small and this one looks just right.

    • @DJKAOS77
      @DJKAOS77 4 роки тому

      when on sale $229.00 - retail $499.00

  • @outtrigger
    @outtrigger 11 місяців тому

    i would love to own this but i dont have enough parties to justify it

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  11 місяців тому

      It is fun even for small get togethers too!

    • @BPRescue
      @BPRescue 5 місяців тому

      Read my other post. If you love popcorn, then you will find this is not a novelty item. Additionally, a family of 4 easily pays over $100 to go to one movie. Skip a few movies, and stay home with your big screen TV and the popcorn maker just paid for itself...

  • @LinhNguyen-jg6qq
    @LinhNguyen-jg6qq 2 роки тому

    really good

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      Enjoy some popcorn and hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Thanks for watching

  • @xNovaNebulax
    @xNovaNebulax 4 роки тому +1

    i wish i had this for my room-- unfortunately my room is the size of a box--

  • @yokamatokin9972
    @yokamatokin9972 4 роки тому +1

    Yeah popcorn machine

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoyed the video and check out our channel for hundreds of more fun videos!

  • @ms.esinspireddesignscreati6036
    @ms.esinspireddesignscreati6036 5 років тому

    Just got one, but why doesn't the popcorn stay warm/hot? It popped great, but in seconds it was cold.

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  5 років тому +1

      Ours kept it warm pretty well. Not piping hot but warm during the movie.

  • @averymcdaniel423
    @averymcdaniel423 Рік тому

    I just bought one yesterday. I is filthy. I don't think they cleaned it in years. I guess that's why it was only $50😊

  • @predminator8157
    @predminator8157 2 роки тому

    My concession lights stopped working, I changed the batteries and nothing happens anymore, what could be the problem

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      Sorry to hear that
      How old is it? Did you contact nostalgia to see if they can help?

  • @critta9239
    @critta9239 Рік тому

    What type of oil do you use and what kind of salt?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  Рік тому

      They supplied both when we ordered it.
      Thanks for watching! We have tons of other fun videos showcasing unique products, would love to hear what you think:)
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  • @dayna41x
    @dayna41x 3 роки тому

    This is lovely could you please tell me where you got your exact one the ones I have tried to find do not have the light up area in the middle where you have the candy what they have is closed and it doesn’t have a light inside it has a door on it could you please tell me where you got this exact one thank you so much

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  3 роки тому

      These sold out after we made the video and I don’t know it they ever made another batch:(

  • @persephonehollow6879
    @persephonehollow6879 Рік тому

    I’m drunk and this made me laugh LOFL

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  Рік тому

      Then we did our job! Glad you enjoyed!
      Thanks for watching! We have tons of other fun videos showcasing unique products, would love to hear what you think:)
      Hope you have hit that SUBSCRIBE button too👍

  • @raymondthe1238
    @raymondthe1238 4 роки тому

    What is the size of the kettle?

  • @seiya209
    @seiya209 4 роки тому

    Is the machine good guys? Do you recommend it?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      It’s awesome. This model I understand is out of stock but they have some other cool ones too.

    • @seiya209
      @seiya209 4 роки тому

      @@TailgatingChallenge just to confirm, does it belong to Nostalgia?
      Regards

  • @dannycarr6111
    @dannycarr6111 2 роки тому

    Nice! Is this from Amazon?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      They have them on Amazon. This particular one has not been brought back as of yet though with the candy drawer

  • @mendoncabeast1
    @mendoncabeast1 11 місяців тому

    Like how he breathes in the bag and gives it to his friend 😂

  • @karenmoses6504
    @karenmoses6504 2 роки тому

    How do you keep the bowl lid open When adding the popcorn? Mine does not stay open but seems like the same model

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      This model would lock
      Up but I know it was discontinued too so could be the issue

  • @screwballtheodd7978
    @screwballtheodd7978 2 роки тому

    Is it easy to clean?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      It’s not too bad. We gave ours to a friend with an epic movie room and they said the same

  • @DK-mq9zf
    @DK-mq9zf 4 роки тому

    I cant find this version on amazon. Doesn't have the area and display for the snacks. Could you please give me the link?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      I checked and this model is currently out of stock as a company came in and bought them
      All! They have some similar models on their site to check out.

  • @jeansandts
    @jeansandts 4 роки тому +1

    I need the candy display upgraded model!

  • @23adammrmr
    @23adammrmr 4 роки тому

    Is the red top plastic or Metal ?

  • @charlottewu3070
    @charlottewu3070 2 роки тому

    Hello,everyone.We are the popcorn vending machine manufacturer.

  • @veerajjain6905
    @veerajjain6905 4 роки тому

    I’m thinking of ordering one but is it hard to clean?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      It’s not too bad but some scrubbing of the pot will be needed. Thanks for watching!

    • @veerajjain6905
      @veerajjain6905 4 роки тому

      @@TailgatingChallenge do you find it easier to make popcorn in this versus a generic maker?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      I won’t say easier but the smell and ambience of this is top notch

    • @woke1497
      @woke1497 3 роки тому

      Lol same
      If it's hard to clean then I don't want it 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @antb104
    @antb104 Рік тому

    Do you happen to have the website for this machine. I would like to purchase

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  Рік тому

      Check on: nostalgiaproducts.com
      Thanks for watching and hope you can hit that SUBSCRIBE 👍

    • @antb104
      @antb104 Рік тому

      @@TailgatingChallenge thank you

  • @fatimaebrahim1237
    @fatimaebrahim1237 3 роки тому

    hi can you post a link for this exact one with the candy display

  • @leonardowai6478
    @leonardowai6478 4 роки тому

    what is the model?

  • @youknoweverything7643
    @youknoweverything7643 2 роки тому

    Nice little machine I got a gigantic 68 Oz kettle machine it's a commercial popcorn machine that my parents had at the race track we use to own along with 2 commercial hot dog steamers with bun warmers on one side abd steamer for 12 packs on other side abd also got a commercial cotton candy machine as well. I'm 29 so the stuff is from the 80s and they bought the track in 2000 but I'm setting it all up on a movie theater style counter like you see at movies with all the machines and glass case with candy bars for outside my huge 20 seat home theater. Came across this just looking for ideas If I didn't have a giant monster machine I'd be getting this for sure. But yall go to a vending commercial whole seller and buy a huge case of popcorn packets the packet has your oil abd butter on one side and your seeds and salt on other side it is legit movie theater popcorn cheap and can't go wrong

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      Thanks if you’re on Instagram:Facebook tag us in a pic of your machine!

    • @youknoweverything7643
      @youknoweverything7643 2 роки тому

      @@TailgatingChallenge I have insta but don't use it I will tag yall

    • @a.lovely8947
      @a.lovely8947 2 роки тому

      @@youknoweverything7643 do you know where you can buy the commercial grade machine from

  • @babynieve9612
    @babynieve9612 2 роки тому

    Does it still work?

  • @ortezchambliss3189
    @ortezchambliss3189 Рік тому +1

    I DID and somebody in the STREETS PISSED me off but I was GOOD, came home and COMPLETELY SMASHED IT TO PIECES. *I repented and asked for forgiveness to the DIVINE SPIRIT OF LORD GRACE & MERCY. SORRY I lose it every now and then…..

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! We have tons of other fun videos showcasing unique products, would love to hear what you think:)
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  • @bsmoovekutdr
    @bsmoovekutdr 5 років тому +5

    The popcorn maker is cool but the reviewers are terrible. Try not being silly, didn’t even look silly because you tried to hard.

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching. Just us being us! Will try to do better next time:)
      Great popcorn maker though!

  • @ud3mare
    @ud3mare 4 роки тому

    What's the name of the machine ? Cause I Google it and it didn't show

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  4 роки тому

      This model is currently sold out but they have some similar options available:)

  • @IngridStPierre2
    @IngridStPierre2 5 років тому +1

    #Nostalgia #PopcornMaker #SWEEPSTAKES #TailgatingChallenge Would Love To Win This For My Family!!

  • @jason1217346
    @jason1217346 4 роки тому +1

    i want this. where can i buy?

  • @FernandoSanchez-zz7nk
    @FernandoSanchez-zz7nk 3 місяці тому

    Man I don't known how much money he just bought for most expensive popcorn maker.

  • @Itzprincebaby
    @Itzprincebaby 3 роки тому

    Isn't it for $250?

  • @lizaltman1200
    @lizaltman1200 2 роки тому +1

    Concessions. Lol

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! We have tons of other fun videos showcasing unique products, would love to hear what you think:)

  • @HookedOnFishingTV
    @HookedOnFishingTV 11 місяців тому

    Anyone still use this?

  • @efrainsolorzano8435
    @efrainsolorzano8435 4 роки тому

    Can you do another review after all this time plz?

  • @BPRescue
    @BPRescue 5 місяців тому

    This seems more of a recommendation to purchase a popcorn maker than a review of the product. In that regard, I agree, however be careful what you buy. Santa gave me a Nostalgia Popcorn Maker for Christmas and my first thought was "COOL!", then it hit me this would be a gadget you use 3 times and hide it away. Well, that was wrong as I quickly found it to be better than other options such as air, stove top, microwave, etc. However, it still did not approach Movie Theaters in taste or texture.
    The popcorn maker I had was an 8 oz kettle. I did not see it occur in this short video and it did look like you had a deeper kettle that could help, but the hinged lids on mine were too light and would often pop open and even remain open per the force of the popping of the corn. So, you would risk life and limb by opening door of the popper to close it. This would happen often, even multiple times each session when cooking and caused tremendous waste of unpopped kernels, even what seemed 1/4 to 1/2 of the bag left unpopped (no exaggeration). Additionally, when opened, the seasoning salt and oil would spatter everywhere making it tough to clean, but also creating incostency in application and taste of the popcorn. I lived with it until the unit died after 2 short years and Nostalgia no longer sold replacement parts nor was the warranty still active. In all I noticed the kettle was thin aluminum, the hinged lid issue, and unit was of poor quality and very tough to clean with cheap/thin components. There were other issues, though arguably it has been a while so I do not recall all of them. In the end, this is more of a nostalgia toy if you will, which matches the brand name. Certainly better than the other gadgets, but still not a serious addition to your arsenal But it was the best homemade including microwave popcorn I had, so I started my search, this time for a quality unit.
    My search ended with a Paragon Theater Pop 6 that I purchased about 12 years ago. My only complaint with this unit is it came with a plastic popcorn scoop, and while all fixed panels are nice thick tempered glass, the doors are thinner plexiglass. They have held up well, and surprisingly scratch resistant with no scratches you usually see after use with plastics and there MUST be a reason they use this, I just am unaware why. Arguable, they still look excellent after all these years as does the unit, so it is more of a question of material than real world usage or cosmetic quality. The kettle is nonstick and much larger/thicker than the Nostalgia, with a single lid that rises as the popped kernels rize and force it open just enough to fall out with almost no waste of kernels, and zero waste for oil and seasoning that is retained perfectly. I typically see around 10 or so unpopped kernels, vs. the massive 1/4 to half bag loss on the Nostalgia; again, no exaggeration. What surprised me was taste. You can tell the heating element and ability to distribute the heat in the kettle is far superior, but keeping that lid on and floating allows popped corn to escape, but retains unpopped kernels well, but also the oil and salt to provide more even and consistent corn. With the Nostalgia, even when the lids were not remaining open, they opened far enough often during popping where immense amounts of kernels and seasoning would still escape. Paragon's design of the kettle, and the lid were far superior, creating not just a better tasting popcorn, but also far more popcorn to enjoy. More on this later. The Paragon unit was more expensive and arguably a commercial popcorn maker and it showed not just in the kettle, but all other components with removable deck, nice kernel drawer, fit and finish. The deck is heated underneath per a heating element, also having a heat lamp, where my Nostalgia just had warming light. Visually, it looks very nice, again built with better components, thicker and nicer stainless steel, paint and just so much nicer in every way. It is not a toy or cute gadget, but a serious addition to your cooking arsenal. It has also stood the test of time living 12 years with no sign of fading and I use this 2 nights per week... It still looks like new inside and out, easy to clean and makes a far superior product. In the end, I imaging you can spend more money by buying cheaper units and replacing them every few years, or buying one unit that will last a lifetime and create a superior product. Initially I also just purchased the maker itself since I had a counter in a huge pantry to permanently store/use it on. I moved no longer having said outrageous pantry and while this is a nice looking unit, it does not belong on a kitchen counter. So I purchased the stand. The stand looks very nice with the large wheels and nostalgic colors/ design, though arguably I would prefer a cabinet to the open storage area if only to keep the dust out. But it still looks good and large enough for my 36/24 pack box, large popcorn buckets, oil and Flavacol. I will say this would look amazing in a home theater, but I store in my new pantry when not in use, and easily wheel it out to the living area for the weekends and do get compliments on appearance and taste.
    I had talked about quality of the popcorn and having both the Nostalgia and Paragon units have taught me that while choice of corn and seasoning is important, the process is what makes a superior tasting popcorn. My favorite popcorn I have found is the pre packaged 8 oz or 10.6 oz MegaPop Popcorn. When my Nostalgia unit failed, I started looking immediately but it took a few weeks before I made the purchase. I still NEEDED popcorn, so I attempted to use the pre packaged popcorn in a large pot on the stove thinking it would be fine. I was surprised when I found the popcorn to be of almost no flavor and of a tough stringy consistency. I tried different sized pots, smaller amounts and noted with all, much of the season was on the walls of the pot. The consistency issue was the result of the steam that is trapped in the popcorn itself from popping in an enclosed pot for several minutes that seals in the moisture. It was just bad and nowhere near what even the Nostalgia unit made and proved that process is every bit as important as the recipe/quality of corn/spices. When I received my Paragon unit, I was shocked how much better the popcorn was than the Nostalgia unit, not too mention how much popcorn it made using the same packs. But while it was much better than stove top, microwave and air poppers, it still was not as good as the theaters. This is when I started messing around with the recipes, buying sampler packs and still finding MegaPop to be my favorite. The attempts of cooking the same popcorn on the stove top opened my eyes to process, so I started playing with this now. I found that turning the heating element under the deck and the heat lamp on (NOT kettle) a couple hours before I was to pop allowed the entire unit to preheat if you will. The warming element under the deck, and the light does a great job in preheating the popcorn maker. I then would heat kettle and pop the corn as normal, though kept the left door cracked open, and lower tray open to allow the steam to escape. Once done, I opened the doors to allow all remaining steam to escape while I seasoned with a little Flavacol and tossed/mixed all the popcorn. Once done, leaving the warming components on/Kettle off, I close the doors, but leave the lower tray open while letting the popcorn sit 30 minutes to an hour or more. This additional time allows the heat to remove any existing steam the popcorn absorbed during the popping process and the heating elements are so good, the popcorn remains hot and fresh. Not only does this improve the taste of the popcorn, but creates a very light and crispy texture that I previously though was the result of a higher quality kernel I had yet to find. I was surprised that the quality and taste was better, but also in how it showed the process is just as critical as the choice of product. Using the same product yielded far different results not just with the stove top being the worst, but also considerable improvement based on the brand of popcorn maker used. Both me and my wife agree that now my popcorn is better than most theaters, with only one theater being better. Well, for me anyway, my wife still believes my popcorn to be the best she has ever tasted. BTW, I have also found that using the 10.6 oz bags actually saves money since they allow enough popcorn for two movie nights. So, I pop on Friday, leave it in the unit and turn on the heating element the next day with excellent popcorn. I normally do not like day old popcorn and will not eat it, but this process still has the popcorn warm and fresh enough making it almost indistinguishable from the prior night.
    In the end I can only recommend the Nostalgia if your budget forces you there and it is the difference between owning a popcorn maker, or not owning one. But as I stated, you will likely be replacing it at least one, even often with the old adage "you get what you pay for", so you can spend more later, or more now. Given the quality of unit and popped corn, if you can afford it, but don't want to pay extra for the Paragon unit, then do it anyway and you won't be disappointed. Heck, with these ridiculously higher quality TV's we have today, you may just save money by going to movies less as now with superior popcorn, there is no real draw to theaters with exception to the blockbuster movies where you just have to see the action on a big screen. Regardless, for a family of 4, the theater is easily a $100 bill for each visit. With that logic, this unit pays for itself VERY quickly!

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  • @nathanhawkins8329
    @nathanhawkins8329 3 роки тому

    2021

  • @cristenbowman
    @cristenbowman 2 роки тому

    That is taller than I am

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  • @smartscriptsv
    @smartscriptsv 3 роки тому

    Jajajja me leí el manual y estan haciendo todo lo contrario jajajjajaja

  • @Marcus-un6nj
    @Marcus-un6nj 4 роки тому +1

    🤣

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  • @shannon-zw6yg
    @shannon-zw6yg 5 місяців тому

    Pharoah son daughter's name dog tongue shhhhhears love yous so much relative love you 👎.!? 😮😊

  • @paintrain19
    @paintrain19 7 місяців тому

    Horrible instructions to put together

  • @kuei1215
    @kuei1215 Рік тому

    Does Nostalgia require you to act like idiots?

    • @TailgatingChallenge
      @TailgatingChallenge  Рік тому +1

      That is not required but encouraged haha. I mean they call the guy sketchy what do you expect 😆

  • @jenzenigy-mf2xi
    @jenzenigy-mf2xi 4 місяці тому

    mid

  • @sanchezgomez5127
    @sanchezgomez5127 4 роки тому

    Gross

  • @ihikefar
    @ihikefar 2 місяці тому

    Gross