I teach baking and host live bake-alongs on YouTube and TikTok—and when I remember, I even record a few. Some of my older videos go all the way back to my bakery days, when I was a lot plumper because I basically lived on baked goods. Now I’m sugar-free and living a carnivore lifestyle, but my love for baking is still as strong as ever.
Spent years wondering why my pie crust came out tough and chewy while my grandmother's shattered into perfect flaky layers. Turns out it wasn't talent — it was tools and technique. If you're the person who dreads Thanksgiving pie duty or quietly buys store-bought and transfers it to your own dish (no judgment, I did that for years), this lineup is everything that finally got me making crusts people actually fight over. Took me a lot of failed pies to figure this out so you don't have to.
I'm a bagel connoisseur by this point. There's something in the water in New York City that makes the bagels there so much better than anywhere else. And I can vouch for this, because I've tried bagels in so many other cities and countries and nowhere compares. These are my favourite bagel spots around the city for a filling breakfast on the go!
I eat a lot of the same and different dishes at home and outside. Ironically, i tend to forget what and where I ate (idky it's a problem lol). So here's a list of food recs for you and me. I also take recommendations.
Thanksgiving, Christmas and the all the holiday season hosting can be credibly taxing. Instead of having headaches this year, take a look at these fabulous options and for stress-free cheer. All you need to do is order, pick-up or have it delivered and set it up. Let me know your thoughts on these picks.
If your personality is "iced coffee at home saves me $8 a day," you're in the right place.These are my favorite at-home iced coffee essentials, from syrups and creamers to cups, straws, and coffee-making must-haves. Everything I use to create café-style iced coffees without leaving the house.
As a tea girlie, I’ve spent some time trying out different herbal teas, crossing my T’s and dotting my I’s. And along the way, I’ve managed to spend money on accessories for my tea as well. Tea is underrated, for aesthetics for one and for two, its health benefits! I’ve listed the herbal teas I keep stocked in my pantry + some aesthetically pleasing accessories.
Tried my best to sort this into categories, but there’s lots of overlap because Austin is nothing if not a collection of coffee shop/bar/food truck park/event venues!
Unfortunately, I have a gluten intolerance, so I'm always looking for gluten-free versions of my favorite foods. Here are a list of items that I think are delicious, and that I keep buying! (Note: I do not have celiac disease, so I can't vouch for the safety of these items if you do. Just be sure to check the manufacturer's websites.) As an Amazon Associate I may earn from qualifying purchases.
If you’ve ever wanted to slow down and feel like the main character in your own life this list is for you. These are my top 15 drink rituals that make every moment feel intentional, elegant, and a little cinematic. From sipping hot tea from a vintage teapot and dainty cup, to making an at-home espresso martini or warming up with spiced mulled wine each drink here is meant to be savored.Every item on this list includes a product I personally love (and often use from Amazon), along with how I use it or create a little ritual around it. You’ll find everything from my favorite tea blends and glassware to coffee syrups, cocktail tools, and cozy drink ingredients. In each description, I share small ways to make the ordinary feel special whether that’s steeping tea in a tea pot, adding edible flowers to a mocktail, or mixing up a holiday drinks with mulling spices.
So pour yourself something beautiful, romanticize your routine, and let’s sip our way through the 15 drinks that make me feel like the main character of my story.
I'm always cooking! I love to cook for my family and friends, I've been told I have the "need to feed". Some recommendations are must haves that make everyday cooking easier, others are help our family make nutrition choices that align with our goals.
Dive into this delightful list of holy grail grocery store picks that always help to rescue me from the midday slump and infuse my work-from-home days with joy and productivity. From energizing beverages to tasty treats, these handpicked items are the secret sauce to making my day both efficient and fun.
We are a journey to be completely dye free in our home and it hasn't been an easy adjustment. We fucked around and found out for years with dyes. We decided enough was enough and well it was rough, so I'm hoping this list can help take the stress out of what the hell to feed your kid without making yourself go crazy. 😜 * I could receive commission if you purchase from any of my links. *
Get ready for the ultimate cozy movie day! This essentials list includes soft blankets, comfy pajamas, delicious snacks and must-have drinks, themed games and more, to create the perfect atmosphere. Snuggle up and enjoy a marathon of your favorite films in style and comfort!
Here are my favorite places in Tinley Park, IL. Local restaurants and specialty shops. Family vibe throughout- have lived here over 20 years- always changing and adding new places but still keeping the same friendly atmosphere wherever you go
Having to eat gluten free can be challenging, but thankfully the options are getting better. Here are my favorite foods, apps & websites that help navigate through this.
Mornings used to be a hostage negotiation — my kids refused anything that wasn't cereal or a granola bar. Then I started squeezing batter into T-Rex shapes and suddenly breakfast became the favorite meal. If you're a parent who's tired of scraping uneaten toast into the trash, this is the lineup that turned our kitchen into a pancake art studio without adding any extra time to the chaos.
The kitchen is my happy place. Whether I’m meal prepping dinners and lunches for the week, baking a single serve cookie to satisfy a craving, or whipping up an order of cinnamon rolls for a client, it’s my favourite place in the house. Since I spend so much time in it, I’ve come to fall in love with certain products over the years. I’m particular with my products, but also on a budget. So, here they all are concisely organised for you! I don’t need super fancy stuff, I prefer to be more hands on in the kitchen!
SGV or San Gabriel Valley in SoCal is home to many boba and tea shops. With so many great options to choose from, I’ve rounded up some of my favorites I’ve tried over MANY years. I’ve included old and new spots for you to explore!
Landing in Seoul at midnight and realizing the entire city is still eating changed something in my brain permanently. If you're planning a Korea trip and you think you'll be in bed by 11pm — cute, but no. This list is for night owls, jet-lagged travelers, and anyone who's ever whispered ‘one more round’ at 2am. Took me three trips to map out the spots and snacks worth losing sleep over so you don't waste a single hungry hour.
My go-to guide for stress-free eating! This list is a breakdown of all my favorite ingredients for quick snacks and easy meals with mostly gluten and dairy free ingredients. From grab-and-go options in the fridge to pantry staples for speedy dinners and freezer shortcuts for instant gratification, this list will help you stock your kitchen for maximum convenience and minimal effort.
My family loves food, sweets, and convenience. But we also value our health and well-being. The things I share may not be super healthy or completely clean, but they will for sure be “better” options. We’re not perfect with our diet, but I do my best to limit sugars, dyes, and ingredients that are linked to cancer and chronic health issues, especially with what I give my kids.
Wake up and savor the perfect cup with Every Coffee Lover Needs the ultimate collection designed to delight true coffee enthusiasts. Whether you crave a bold morning boost, a smooth midday pick me up, or a rich evening indulgence, this collection has everything your coffee-loving heart desires. Inside, you'll find a curated selection of premium best seller coffee, and essential coffee accessories that bring the café experience right into your home. From dark roasts, brown sugar notes syrup, to the Perfect gift of treating yourself! Every Coffee Lover Needs mornings brighter, afternoons cozier, and coffee breaks unforgettable. Discover the art of brewing, explore new flavors, and indulge in the warmth of your favorite ritual. Because great coffee isn’t just a drink it’s a lifestyle! ☕️
Most people enjoy coffee in the morning… So make sure this pick me up doesn't harm the planet more than it needs to! Here are my recommendations for making your morning joe a bit more eco-friendly.
As a very picky eater,it's so hard these days trying to find food with everything being so sky high, and on top of that trying to find food you like, and that isn't full of salt, and sugar. Well, here's some of the food that I like, and can tolerate, as well as being cheaper than it's competition.
Some of my favorite places to get a meal, a few spots to get a decadent dessert, and places to shop for Disney merchandise and big brand names. There’s always something to do at Disney Springs!
Those black spotted bananas sitting on your counter guilt-tripping you every week? Same. I used to toss them straight into the trash until I finally committed to banana bread — and then realized I needed the right tools, pans, and pantry staples to actually make it happen without a mess. This list is for the person who keeps saying ‘I should bake more’ but never does. Took me dozens of sticky countertops and one smoke alarm incident to nail this setup.
As a former NYC resident of 8 yrs, I've been spoiled with great food. Denver has some amazing spots - you just may have to look for them! Here are a few of my favorite places to frequent when I'm not cooking at home.
I love wine and wine festivals! Festivals are a great way to experience new wine and food. Here is my top list of festivals I try to visit every year, the best hotels, and recommended items to bring for a great time.
Los Angeles has endless options, but not all of them are worth your time. This list is a curated mix of spots I actually go to — from elevated dinners and rooftop views to late-night staples and social hotspots. Good food, good energy, and places that live up to the LA experience.
These are my favourite restaurants that I have ever eaten at! I truly am a “foodie” although I have grown up a very picky eater am currently trying my hardest to try out new things. Here I will share my absolute favourite restaurants as well as my favourite item to get off their menu! I have grown up in Ontario, Canada so my selections will have some Canadian restaurants too!
We are constantly hosting and whipping up meals... as in we only cook at home. Trust me when I say these items will stand the test of use over the years. I've abused most of them
My absolute tried and true snacks whether you are wanting salty or sweet. These will give you a protein boost to help keep you full while not being loaded with carbs.
Finding good gluten-free options can be challenging. It's also difficult to keep track of who/where has what and when to go because you don't want to inconvenience the staff. Here are some of my favorite gluten-free snacks and meals, as well as places I will go to eat or get food from confidently, stores I get stuff from, and apps and other resources I've found to be useful since my celiac diagnosis in 2022.
Currently living on the board of Rochester Hills and Troy, here is everywhere I would put in my rotation if I had infinite funds and no inspiration to cook!
For anyone who treats their first cup as a moment of peace before the daily chaos begins, this guide curates the best aesthetic home coffee bar ideas to upgrade your morning routine. If you want to find premium coffee bar essentials and chic countertop storage solutions, here are a few simple ways to elevate your space and create a cozy coffee spot that makes waking up a little sweeter. ☕️
I rounded up my favorite Pinterest recipes that focus on limiting refined sugar (great for keto diet, diabetics, low carb). There is a good mix of dinner recipes, desserts, and sides.
Some of my favorite local spots to eat, explore, and enjoy family time here in Anchorage. Whether it’s comfort food, unique finds, or cozy hangouts, these are the places I keep going back to.
I decided in 2024 to switch to healthy eating and healthy eating starts from the essentials I use in my kitchen so I did my research and found these kitchen gems — from non-toxic cookware and healthy utensils to time-saving gadgets and everyday dinnerware. Everything here is something I use and recommend.. I call them (my kitchen Treasures💕) so I put this list together to help you find some treasure for your kitchen
I love to cook, bake, and meal prep for my work week. I don't love love a lot of kitchen gadgets. I would rather use a knife than have an apple corer, onion dicer, etc. I'd rather take the time to make things from scratch than buy a kit. So, if I have a gadget or hack, you know it must be REALLY good! Everything I recommend is something I’ve tried, love, and trust for myself and my family.
Every Saturday was the same — I'd fire up the grill, slap on whatever store-bought sauce was in the fridge, and wonder why nothing tasted like actual barbecue. Spent two years hunting down small batch sauces from real pitmasters and craft makers, and now my neighbors literally show up uninvited when they smell the smoke. If you're tired of that generic ketchup-with-liquid-smoke flavor, this lineup took me dozens of orders to narrow down so you don't have to.
Having a spouse, a kid, and parents all on a low sugar diets for various health reasons has forced us to sample many low carb and low sugar products over the years. Based on our limited research, we prefer more natural sweeteners like monk fruit, allulose, and stevia as the primary sweeteners and try to limit the chemical sweeteners like sucralose and aspartame. Save this list if you want to go straight to low sugar products that still offer the nostalgic flavors and textures you're used to!
Cutting pineapple used to mean sticky hands, a mangled core, and half the fruit wasted. Mangoes were worse. If you eat fresh fruit daily but dread the prep, this is everything I use to go from whole fruit to ready-to-eat in minutes. Took me two years of buying duds to land on these, so save yourself the trouble.
Spent years pouring expensive bottles straight into glasses like some kind of animal — turns out letting wine breathe actually matters and the right decanter changes everything. Built for anyone who loves red wine but kept wondering why their $40 bottle tasted like their $12 bottle. Took me embarrassingly long to figure this out so you don't have to.
Real-life meals I actually cook for my family as a full-time student and mom. From quick busy-night dinners to slower “feel special” meals, this is where I save the recipes, shortcuts, and products I really use in our kitchen. Check out @SavedBySazon on IG for more recipes
These are the tools and essentials I actually reach for every single day. From the skillet that does it all to the little gadgets that save me time, each piece makes cooking simpler, easier, and way more enjoyable.
finding good matcha at cafes are SO HARD FOR NO REASON!! so here are my top spots in california & seattle that hit the spot each time that i think you should try!
although it seems like you are spending a fortune more, in the long run it saves so much time and money from your daily coffee stops!! i recently have been obsessed with making flat whites, well my version of it and i hope it's right. my iced lattes are always a staple for anyone who walks in my door!
Le Creuset makes a wide range of enameled cast iron cookware and bakeware, all in beautiful colors! These are high quality iyems that have a LIFETIME guarantee (and a high price point). If you're going to have one or several pieces of Le Creuset for your life, tou better learn what to use them for (hint...just about anything!) This list pairs up my most used cookware with some favorite recipes. BTW...My BFF works for one of the stores and when Christmas comes, I know I'm getting a new piece in my color shallot, thanks bestie!
I loooove food and going out to eat! I've lived in Monmouth County, NJ my whole life and these are the restaurants where I've had my most memorable meals. If you want an amazing food experience, I would send you here!
My favorite coffee shops in Northwest Indiana. Trying new coffee spots has become a hobby at this point and these are ones I’ve gone back to multiple times and they never fail me.
I’ve tried a LOT of coffee shops in my time. Here are some of the best coffee shops (in my opinion) that I tried in my two years of living in Durham, NC.
Starting a gift guide which is basically just a list of my fav things I own and the things I really want!! Will be geared towards bakers, foodies, triathletes, runners, and travelers
These are on my go-to list for snacking. Most of the items are from Sam's Club cause this mom is on a budget. If they don't sell it at Sam's, I'm likely not buying
I love being able to cook up red beans and rice on a Sunday, Detroit-style pizza on a Monday, and smoked brisket on a Tuesday. These kitchen tools are part of a daily rotation I use to cook whatever I want, whenever I want. And none of these are single-use gadgets that clutter up the kitchen. They're all super versatile for any type of food you fire up.
From butterbeer soft-serve in Diagon Alley to the best quick-service fish and chips in any Orlando park, this is where I actually eat at Universal Studios Florida - completing my park food series with the movie park's must-try bites and snacks.
We are in the DFW metro often but recently we did a lot in Frisco and enjoyed it! These are our favorite things. Frisco seems to be a safe area with lots to do around. I tried to look for gluten free options wherever I went and noted that as well!
Six hours in the car with hungry passengers and nothing but gas station jerky? That was my family last summer. Someone cried, someone yelled, and we pulled over three times. Now I pack the car like a snack-obsessed maniac and road trips are actually fun again. If you've got a long drive coming up, steal this lineup before you hit the highway.
Skip the $80 sushi dinner and roll your own at home. After lots of trial and error in my Kissimmee kitchen, these are the tools and pantry staples I rely on to make restaurant-quality sushi rolls and poke bowls—every one of them a quick Amazon order away. Perfect for a fun family dinner or date night in.
I have a relationship with coffee. It can get pricey to buy coffee every day at a cafe or coffee shop. I’m sharing my favorites for making coffee at home.
These are restaurants that we have personally went to and the food and atmosphere was nice. I was born and raised in Palm Beach County. I am a true Florida Girl!
Taco night is one of our favorite meal nights with the kids. Everyone loves their just a little bit different so this list includes the favorites for the various people in our family!
It’s nice to set some time away to sip away at some delicious tea (and coffee too). Tea is big where my family is from so I just happened to pick up on it. Definitely recommend experimenting and brewing methods and types of tea as we all like different taste profiles. I typically stay away from most store bought tea bags as the flavor is distorted from the compressed bag and the use of lower quality parts of the tea leaves for mass production. I like the natural flavors so I tend to stick with the natural flavors and avoid the blends but I do like a good cup of Earl grey here and there 😁
Looking for a great night out with fantastic craft cocktails? Explore Cleveland area's top spots with great unique drinks, fun ambiances, and speakeasy vibes. Perfect list for locals and visitors alike! Explore downtown favorites and trendy areas like Tremont and some further in the suburbs
Want to cook Indonesian food at home but don't know where to start? This beginner-friendly guide features 20 essential Asian pantry staples and everyday ingredients that make it easier to recreate delicious Indonesian and Southeast Asian dishes at home. From fragrant rice, noodles, and coconut milk to kecap manis, sambal, spices, aromatics, tofu, and tempeh, these versatile ingredients are perfect for anyone discovering Indonesian cooking for the first time. Save this list before your next Asian grocery shopping trip and start building your own Indonesian-inspired pantry!
Growing up in a German household, Kaffee und Kuchen is an extremely important time of day. Even as an adult, I still implement the beloved K&K time today. Nothing beats having an afternoon coffee paired with a delectable baked good and some good company. Here are some of my favourite coffee products. Whether it’s accessories, books, or coffee itself, you’ll find my top items in this list here. It’s time to Rise N Grind.
I traveled to Amsterdam on a mission to find the best cardamom buns, coffeeshops, and FOOD--I did my research so you don't have to.
All coffee spots serve oat milk for the nondairy friends (can be hard to find in Europe). Such a beautiful city with endless gems like the ones below~
Christmas morning used to feel rushed. Everyone ripped open gifts and scattered. Then I started putting cocoa bombs in each stocking, and now we all gather around the kitchen, heat up milk, and watch them melt together before anything else gets unwrapped. If you want one simple tradition that actually slows everyone down and makes the morning feel cozy, steal this lineup before they sell out in November.