Bringing joy to the heart of the home
Is there anything more refreshing than a blended alcoholic beverage on a hot summer day? We don’t think so! And these days you don’t even have to hit up the local cantina to get a delicious margarita — you can make one at home with a margarita machine.
One of the most delicious things made in Norwegian kitchens is krumkake. Similar to Italian pizzelles, a krumkake is a light cookie made on an iron (typically embossed with a decorative design) and rolled on a little wooden cone. Tasty on their own and fabulous filled with whipped cream and […]
In addition to basics, like cookware and knives, utensils and cutting boards, there are various kitchen gadgets that can be useful to have in the kitchen. Their usefulness depends on the cook, of course, but sometimes there are gadgets that do just one thing — but do it really well […]
In preparation for holiday baking, I went in search of some new tools for my usual (and new!) traditional Norwegian baked goods. After acquiring my awesome new waffle maker (the Cuisinart Belgian waffle maker — my review here) earlier this year, I realized that my old sad small waffle iron did do […]
While the best known name on the market is Foodsaver, there are actually a few different types of vacuum sealers you can buy. We reviewed the best selling and top rated to bring you this list of the top options out there.
If you spend a lot of money buying espresso-based drinks from coffee shops, or if you are interested in having the ability to make espresso at home, it might be time to consider an espresso machine.
If you’re in the market for an excellent blender, it’s a sure bet that Vitamix has hit your radar at some point. It’s an expensive brand, but it’s well known as one of the very best. And, among the best of the best is their top selling Vitamix 5300.
When we talk about kitchen trends, we’re usually referring to what sort of design styles are expected to hit it big, or perhaps which gadgets and small appliances are finding their way into homes across the country. Lately, though, there’s a whole new realm of trends that fall under one […]
Choosing a tea pot is a very personal choice; after all, so often it’s the aesthetics that appeal to us. But there are still some great teapots that are worthy of consideration if you are looking for something functional, highly-rated, and within your budget to buy online. We reviewed a […]
There are two main types of waffle makers that you’ll see when you’re shopping. Belgian waffle makers produce thicker waffles, so the wells will be deeper to accommodate more batter. American waffles, on the other hand, are thinner and crispier, so the waffle maker will obviously have shallower pockets for […]