(Update) Kuhn Rikon Swiss Peeler for the Potato Peeler

kuhn rikon peelers

I wanted to quickly update you about the Potato Peeler I wrote about it recently. My mother informed me that using just ANY potato peeler doesn’t work near as well as the Kuhn Rikon Swiss Peelers do!  She insists that these are the best and so I found them on Amazon. You get 3 for… [Continue Reading]

Potato Peeler for Old People

Pre n Pop

Oh my gosh, I’m cracking up at the title because my mother actually uses this and bought me one!! LOL  No Mom, I’m not calling you old…cause then that would mean I’m old too. This potato peeler, the Prep N’ Pop, is a really fun gadget.    My mom insists on the Kuhn Rikon Peelers! … [Continue Reading]

Free Martha Stewart Grilling eCookbook

martha Stewart cookbook

Martha Stewart released her Grilling Cookbook (ecookbook) just in time for Summer! It’s filled with tons of recipes from some outstanding chefs like Emeril Lagasse. It’s a free download but be warned, it’s a good 21MB big so it might take you a few minutes to fully download but I promise, it’s worth it! It’s… [Continue Reading]

Reinvigorating Your Kitchen

pan

(guest post) The kitchen is the heart and soul of most houses – it is where you come to eat, connect and share time with your friends and family. This is exactly as it should be, yet it can also wear the room down – dozens of guests, screaming kids and hungry adults will age… [Continue Reading]

Adding a Little BBQ Decor for Summer!

kingsford charcoal grill

I know, most of you are sprucing up your backyards with flowers but around here in Texas, we spruce up with a new grill!  We’ve been cooking on charcoal for a while now on one of those little bitty grills and finally decided it was time to upgrade to something bigger. Do you guys remember… [Continue Reading]

Mini Apple Pies with Breville’s Pie Maker

Mini Apple Pie

Anything mini is cute ain’t it? Especially food like mini pies, cupcakes, and bundt cakes. I loved making mini banana loaves during the holidays and give them as gifts but I have to say, my new food gift will probably be mini pies!  I was given this Breville Pie Maker a while back to review… [Continue Reading]

Super Sharp Knife that is Made in the USA! {Giveaway}

New West Knives Santoku Knife

Do y’all remember when I talked about New West KnifeWorks last?  I was making my MIL’s squash goulash and slicing up the squash with them.  Let me tell you, these are beautiful knives and MAN are super sharp!!  And if the title didn’t get your attention, I want to stress “Made in the USA” because… [Continue Reading]

KitchenAid Recipe Collection Cookbook {love}

KitchenAid Cookbook

I’m actually not a big fan of cookbooks so when I got a new one in the mail the other day, I was hesitant that I’d like it, as I am with other cookbooks.  But then,  I opened it up and saw that it was a recipe collection from KitchenAid and was immediately interested. It’s… [Continue Reading]

A Look at BGH Hard Anodized Cookware

BHG cookware

BHG (Better Homes & Gardens) now offer a line of non-stick hard anodized cookware, priced at the affordable $149 for a 13 piece set. I’ve owned a few sets of hard anodized and was happy to review.  It felt weighty but not so heavy that your wrists are about to break from lifting a pan… [Continue Reading]

KitchenAid Refrigerator, The Ultimate Appliance Gift for Every Home

kitchenaid refrigerator

The KitchenAid Refrigerator is Ah-MAZING!   I have always wanted one with the freezer on bottom and am in awe of how much it holds.  KitchenAid sent me French Door Bottom Mount Interior Dispensing, Architect Series II.   Just the beauty of it breathtaking but the features and knowing it’s a brand I can trust is what… [Continue Reading]

Paula Deen Gift Ideas

paula deen salt box

I’m rounding up some gift ideas for Paula Deen fans! I’m sure many of you know that I absolutely adore the Southern gal so I’m happy to share so favorites that you’ll want to give or receive this holiday season.  She has everything from cookware to cookbooks! First up is a good set of basic… [Continue Reading]

Le Creuset Cassoulet Set

leCreusetCassouletSet

At Williams Sonoma, the Le Creuset Cassoulet Set. Saw it. Want it.

La connaissance de Julia

KitchenAid Refrigerator

Coming to our home in t-minus 4 days…….. Please meet Julia.  I named her after Julia Child because she’s tall, bold, embraces the French culture, and loves food. KitchenAid French Door Bottom Mount Interior Dispensing Refrigerator-Architect Series II Disclosure: Appliance being supplied by KitchenAid.  All opinions of the product are always my own ’cause that’s… [Continue Reading]