As a self-proclaimed foodie, it should come as no surprise that I have a fair amount of kitchen appliances in my home. Generally, the kitchen appliances perform a singular function, and mostly sit in my cupboards collecting dust. The single most used small appliance in my home is the new Philips Avance Collection Multicooker. When I first heard of its existence, I admit that I was excited to have a fancy new appliance to steam rice in. But, whoa—stop the presses! The Multicooker does SO much ...
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Vegan Banana Chocolate Chip Waffles Recipe
Breakfast in bed. Sounds amazing, doesn't it? What if it came with a mess in the kitchen included? Somehow, it's a bit less appealing! Honestly, I have to think really hard to remember what it's like to make waffles and be left with a ginormous mess to clean up afterward. You know the kind of mess I mean: gooey bits of waffle batter stuff to the waffle maker, all over the sides and just. . .everywhere! You see, I haven't had to deal with that in a while, not since I got the new No-Mess Waffle ...
More Juice, Less Waste, Better Taste
The first juicer I ever used was a screaming behemoth, by the time I lifted it onto the counter, had my veg ready and flicked the switch, I was already a bit daunted. And then, what seemed like a dozen carrots later, as I enjoyed my half-cup of juice, I tried to smile and really enjoy it, because I knew I would be spending the next half-hour cleaning up the mess I’d made procuring it. I’m sorry giant juicer—it just didn’t work out. I returned it, and while I still really liked the idea of ...
Microplane Spiral Cutter : A Twist on the Everyday
I've been looking for fun and interesting ways to add some more "fun" to my salads and summer vegan meals. I have a fridge full of vegetables thanks to the many farmer's markets that are nearby. I just can't help picking up more of everything, several times a week! The Microplane Spiral Cutter has helped me create some interest with my meals and given me lots of ideas on new recipes to try out. No-fail spirals Like the look of all the zucchini pasta dishes you've been lately on Pinterest? ...
How to Get Relief for Your Back and Feet with WellnessMats
My mom loves to cook, but doesn't so much love being on her feet for so many hours at a time. Hardwood floors, like I have, make it especially painful to keep baking and cooking. A soft rug does little relieve the pain in your feet and back. Because WellnessMats are so portable, I tend to move mine from in front of my sink to in front of my stove regularly. If you don't want to do this - you can get customized WellnessMats in the shape/length you'd like! Take a look at the different ...
Great Tools for Holiday Cooking and Baking: Microplane Home Series Gift Set
I've taken my Microplane Home Series graters out for a spin a bit already, but going forward I'll be sharing recipes here a few times a month, and you can bet that these graters will be making appearances! If you've been using just one traditional-style grater for all your cooking and baking, I want to share this great set of graters that "make cooking fresh, flavorful meals one step easier" (from the Microplane site). ...
How to Keep your Knives Sharp with Chefs Choice Professional Sharpening Station 130
I am sharing my tips on keeping your kitchen knives sharp thanks to Chef's Choice. If there is anything that makes me appreciate having sharp knives to use in the kitchen more than anything else, it's using my mom's dull knives. Her knives are consistently dull, making it difficult to cut through food properly. Add to that, the fact that she always uses the wrong types of knives for jobs, and it makes me want to gift her with a Professional Sharpening Station, like the Chef's Choice Model ...
Valentine’s Day Gifts from IKEA
If you're lucky enough to have an IKEA close by, I would recommend checking it out for Valentine's Day gifts and goodies. The products there are inexpensive, and often co-ordinate well. For instance, want to go for a kitchen-products theme? You can get several different components that are Valentine's Day-y, that work well together. Check out my recommendations below. ...
Top Kitchen Essentials for Holiday Entertaining
The kitchen is where everyone gathers when you're busy entertaining—and you'll likely be there prior to your guests' arrival, as well. Take a look at these suggestions for the top kitchen essentials for holiday entertaining, to be sure that your gathering goes off smoothly. ...
Vintage Modern Kitchen Accessories from Terrain
With all the new kitchen gadgets around these days, I wanted to focus on the classics that stand the test of time. These kitchen goodies, from Terrain, have a vintage modern vibe to them. ...