Recently I was given the opportunity to try three Stress Less kitchen gadgets: the Stress Less Can Opener, the Stress Less Pizza Cutter, and the Stress Less Rotary Cheese Grater. What makes these so special?
Aprons, Aprons, Aprons
November 8, 2011 By 3 Comments
I confess that I have not gotten around to making my own apron yet, but when I do get some extra time I’m going to check out some of these links. Even with *my* sewing skills I think I could pull them off! Even if you’re not planning to sew your own, have fun exploring these sites.
Frig Air Purifier {Review & Giveaway}
November 3, 2011 By
Does your refrigerator ever have that not-so-fresh feeling? Even with regular cleaning, leftovers can tend to take over the air quality.
Heartland: The Cookbook {Book Review}
September 11, 2011 By 6 Comments
Last week on the drive from Idaho to Michigan (helping my sister move), I reviewed several books on my Nook. One of them was Heartland: The Cookbook by Judith Fertig. Driving on I-80 through America’s heartland was the perfect setting for reading about the Midwest’s cooking traditions and updated recipes.
The Commonsense Kitchen: A Cookbook Review
December 27, 2010 By 2 Comments
I was so excited to receive a review copy of The Commonsense Kitchen: 500 Recipes Plus Lessons for a Hand-Crafted Life; I couldn’t wait to dive in.
Spice Sets: The Perfect Gift!
November 26, 2010 By 6 Comments
If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your favorite cook, why not consider spice sets? Spices, Inc. provided me with some samples earlier this year, and I can vouch that they are very high quality and fresh!
James Beard’s American Cookery {Cookbook Review}
November 13, 2010 By 3 Comments
If you’re looking for a cookbook to add to your collection or give as a gift, consider James Beard’s American Cookery!
Precision Pro Digital Kitchen Scale Review & Giveaway
October 5, 2010 By
Believe it or not, DH and I use kitchen scales quite regularly. Many recipes call for ounces and pounds instead of cups, and it helps when you’re counting calories. My other scale was on its last leg, so I jumped at the opportunity to review this one.
Top 10 Kitchen Gadgets & Tools
June 14, 2010 By 7 Comments
One of the things I love most about my CSA is the Yahoo Group where members post tips and ideas for using the vegetables we get in the share. Last week fellow member Kathy Simon share her list of kitchen “must haves.” She let me share it with you!
Last-Minute Foodie Gift Ideas
December 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
It’s Christmas Eve Eve. While you may have had every intention of baking up a storm for gift baskets or making homemade liqueurs/mixes in a jar/homemade spice mixes, the bare-faced reality of it is that There. Is. Not. Enough. Time. Never fear, The Local Cook is here. Below are some ideas that don’t require exorbitant expedited shipping fees. If you are brave enough to venture out . . . head to your local: Bookstore: Ratio: The Simple Codes Behind the Craft {Read More}
