I won't tell you how many waffle makers I've owned or used in my lifetime, nor the amount of waffles I've consumed. To tell you would open myself up to being made fun of, and being asked if I am the president of the "I Love Waffles" fan club. Instead, I'll just say that I know a thing or two about what makes a waffle makers (and waffles) stand out from the rest. ...
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Philips Avance Collection Multicooker Review (w/ Canada Only Giveaway $250 ARV)
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
How to Steep Loose Tea — with Old Dutch Cast Iron Tea Pot
This post, which will tell you how to steep loose tea is brought to you by O.co Steeping loose tea correctly, serving it, and enjoying it really is a fine art. There are tea ceremonies where tea is the centre of attention. One of my best memories is perusing the tea market in Beijing, China. Hundreds of tea producers and sellers have little shops along a street in Beijing, where you can go in and sample tea in order to select the one(s) you want purchase. I loved watching how the tea was ...
Celebrating Spring with Sodastream
Backyard BBQs, picnics, weekends spent at the beach, birthday parties and get-togethers — just a few things that I'm looking forward to, now that it's officially spring! Any good gathering of people has to have food and drinks. I think that's just a given. With spring here and summer not far off, I know I'll be entertaining guests more often — mostly outdoors or at the beach/park. Usually, I would be needing to run to the grocery store to pick up several litres of soda, in different flavours — ...
Quick & Inexpensive Ways to Refresh Your Kitchen With IKEA Kitchen Products
It's a great time of year to refresh your kitchen. Whether the project is big or small, it's the right time to get started. What makes this time of year so perfect? Well, it's not going to be too hot inside to do some kitchen renovating or redecorating, you won't be canning or preserving like you may be during summer—and it's cozy inside, so why not work on your kitchen? There are so many ways to go when you're refreshing your kitchen, and there are obviously going to be a few major factors ...
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. ...
Holiday Decorating Ideas from Crate & Barrel
Holiday baking, and shiny new ornaments always make me feel warm and cozy. I love the pictures on the Crate and Barrel website of the holiday items being used. Do you have special holiday baking products? Do you buy new ornaments to add to your collection each year? ...