Hello from Beijing

I've been living in China for 8 months now, and few, if any, apartments come with an oven...just hobs and microwave/rice steamer. Seems that most Chinese don't roast or bake.
Feeling desparate for some 'home' foods such as scones I did some on-line research and discovered the Halogen Oven - the answer to all my prayers! But could I buy one in China? I could not. I searched high and low, not an HO to be seen, no-one had even heard of them. Went back to the UK for Xmas and bought myself one in Costco (it's a Team International Visicook) which I have brought back out with me - irony is that it is - of course - Made in China!!!
Now I'm embarking on the big learning curve - thank heavens I've discovered this forum - you are wonderful, so much advice. I'll have questions I'm sure.

Hi Herschelian and welcome



I would not have believed that you couldn't get a HO in China

I'm glad you have managed to purchase one and have joined the forum. There is a lot of advice from members already here, as you say. If you can't find what you need, then please do ask, someone will try to help you.

At least you've got one now

to the forum Herschelian

You know where we are if you need help.


May be you could open a small online shop selling Halogen Ovens in China. They are very cheap to buy in bulk.

Thanks for the welcome June, I will definately be asking questions!
Reeta - that is a great idea, I intend to explore it further...thanks!

to the forum Herschelian