There are some tried and true appliances I want to personally endorse for gift giving since they have made such a positive difference in my life in the kitchen for years now. KitchenAid Coffee Maker We bought this KitchenAid KCM111OB 12-Cup Glass Carafe Coffee Maker two years ago for $75. Right now amazon.ca has it on […]
Skulls Rolling Pin by HousemateArtist
Nothing has been shared on my Facebook timeline more than this skull and crossbones rolling pin. I recently had a little bit of money and decided to invest in one and bought it from HousemateArtist on Etsy. BTW, they make all kinds of engraved rolling pins! The Product It was PERFECT!!! Look at that skull […]
Copper Bowl, Windsor Pot & Inspiration
Best Egg Salad Tool Ever! And Bargain or Bust Update
When I first shared the Bargain or Bust! video of Plastic Three Drum Parmesan Grater by Chef Bordeau, I thought there was only going to be one application for this tool. What else could a Parm grater be used for? Egg salad it turns out! Thanks to my fabulous Facebook friends I discovered that this tool does a […]
Review: Plastic Dough Presses
A while ago I bought these dough presses (similar to this $8 3 piece set) from my thrift store. I bought the small one for $1 and the bigger one for $2. A $3 investment to see is these presses really make a difference when creating turnovers, dumplings, calzones… I did not realize it at the time […]
Stainless Steel Stovetop Percolator & Milk Frother
I have wanted a stainless steel stovetop percolator forever! In my opinion, there is no better way to make coffee but they are usually +$40. I found one at my thrift store for $8.99 and almost did a dance. The only problem? I did not know how to use it! Tutorial: How to Use Stovetop Percolator So […]
Tools: Poultry Shears
How to Season Cast Iron Pans
Nowadays most cast iron pans are already pre-seasoned but knowing how to season them is important. They are such a great cooking tool for the kitchen. They are good for you because they can add dietary iron to food and are fabulous heat conductors. You can cook with them on the stove and then finish off the […]
FoodSaver Liquid Block Heat-Seal Barrier Bags Product Review
Back in December FoodSaver sent me their FoodSaver Vacuum Food Sealer Packaging System which has intimidated, inspired and delighted this foodie. Then they sent me their FoodSaver Liquid Block Heat Seal Bags and have I ever had a blast tested them! Kitchen Test 1 I bought some chicken breasts on sale and sealed them up for making a […]