When you entertain indoors during the holidays, you end up spending a lot of time with your guests in the kitchen. Because cooking with friends is now part of the entertaining experience, it’s important to clean as you cook so the kitchen isn’t left messy right before...
At this time of year, the calendar gets just as packed as your refrigerator. From holiday parties and cookie exchanges to leftovers from large meals, a steam oven can make it all better. Here are a few of our favorite steam oven tips for the holidays: Save time...
Let’s face it. Ice is cool, and it really adds a special touch to your chilled beverages. The best mixologists can produce great cocktails, but if the ice is soft, watery, or off-tasting, their skill is for naught. High-quality ice takes your drinks to another level....
Cooking with local produce improves the entire essence of a dish. By simply preparing with fresh ingredients, a meal is quickly and easily transformed from dull to delicious. There’s nothing quite like spending a summery Saturday morning at the farmer’s market,...
After a long day of work, you reach into the refrigerator to assess your dinner options, and you’re faced with a choice: to cook or to reheat leftovers. While a fresh meal is always the preferred option, it’s often tempting to pair last night’s leftovers with a glass...
Loading the dishwasher sounds simple. For most of us, it’s a daily activity that is almost as routine as brushing our teeth. But are you loading your dishwasher the right way? Of course, you are, right? We know that nearly half of all American couples admit to arguing...
The holidays are right around the corner and chances are that you are already starting to think ahead. If you are hosting people at your home, we have some tips that will help make sure that your time is just as enjoyable for you, the host, as it is for your guests....
If you find yourself turning down fresh fruits and vegetables that are on sale this summer or coming from a friend’s garden because you can’t use them before they go bad, you need to look into getting a freezer. When you figure out how to preserve the best foods of...
When you think about going green in your kitchen, it may feel overwhelming. But positive change starts one step at a time. We’ve gathered some great ideas for where you can start this Earth Day. Take a look at these simple ideas and pick one or two to start with. You...
One of the biggest problems with washing machines is that they can sometimes get musty or moldy. Here are some tips on how to prevent this from happening, so you can keep your washer smelling clean and fresh. Use the appropriate amount of detergent because if you use...