Posts for March 26th 2012

Sugar Shout Out

Sugar Shout Out: Twisted Updos Straight From Spring's Runways

Get wrapped up in Spring's twisted updo trend Swoon over these original Titanic pictures before the 3D release When to toss your pantry basics Style your classic flares in chic new ways Pregnant Jessica Simpson walks down the aisle Put the spring back in your dating step with these books Cuteness alert: see pictures of puppies smelling flowers Tips on dealing with a TMI co-worker Geek-inspired documentaries you have to see Go inside Megan and Don Draper's swinging '60s apartment Jaime King talks about her on and offscreen style Healthy hot cereal recipes to warm up your mornings The best way to welcome new parents home from the hospital Video: Madonna grinds with Jimmy Fallon and talks MDNA Gorgeous pink and gold DIY party decor


Eco

Eat Your Spinach on National Spinach Day

Popeye may have been partial to canned spinach to give him his giant muscles, but we prefer the fresh stuff.


Popeye may have been partial to canned spinach to give him his giant muscles, but we prefer the fresh stuff. Despite the numerous health benefits of spinach (it's loaded with antioxidants and vitamins), we love the earthy flavor that it brings to all kinds of recipes. The addition of a handful of spinach can take your morning smoothie up a notch, and it's the perfect bed for a piece of warm, perfectly cooked fish (like salmon), as it will start to wilt slightly and absorb all of the great flavors. For more of our favorite ways to eat up this leafy green, keep reading.

Drinks

Toast to Arnold Palmer With His Signature Drink

All of the news surrounding the Arnold Palmer Invitational this past weekend has us craving a tall glass of the ailing golfer's namesake drink.

All of the news surrounding the Arnold Palmer Invitational this past weekend has us craving a tall glass of the ailing golfer's namesake drink.

The refreshing combination of equal parts lemonade and iced sweet tea probably wasn't invented by Palmer himself, but the celebrated golfer certainly did his part to popularize it by ordering it time and time again at clubhouses. The story goes that people overheard him ordering this drink and decided they wanted that "Palmer drink" as well, and well, the rest is history.

Several bottled versions of the beverage can be found on the market, including his own brand, Arnold Palmer Tee.
A grown-up version includes a splash of vodka. Are you an avid Arnold Palmer drinker?

cooking tips

Slaw and Order: How to Use Up a Jar of Kimchi

So you took the plunge and bought a jar of kimchi.

So you took the plunge and bought a jar of kimchi. It has paired nicely as a side dish beside rice and delicious Korean barbecue, but now that the honeymoon period is over, you're looking for what's next. While the pungent fermented cabbage will last several weeks tightly sealed in the fridge, it will eventually expire, and boy, you don't want to be around when it does! If you're in a pickle about how to use up your jar, we have many ideas, so just read on for this kimchi cornucopia!

Interview

Food Photography Advice From One of Our Favorite Bloggers

Tara O'Brady runs the beautiful and well-respected blog Seven Spoons.


Tara O'Brady runs the beautiful and well-respected blog Seven Spoons. Her work has been nominated for countless awards, and I, for one, am endlessly inspired each time I visit her blog. Tara doesn't have formal training, although she comes from a fine arts background, but her love of the art came from experimenting and telling stories on her own website. Her food photos are straightforward, true, and unfussy, yet completely mouthwatering. We appreciate any opportunity to learn more about food photography and we were thrilled when she agreed to chat with us about her art. Tara provided us with valuable tips and tricks, and we're sharing them with you!

YumSugar: What are your favorite types of food to photograph and why?
Find out Tara's answer and get all of her food photography tips when you keep reading.

Spring

When to Toss Spices and Other Pantry Basics

With warmer weather tickling the air, I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and dig into a little Spring cleaning.

With warmer weather tickling the air, I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and dig into a little Spring cleaning. Sure, there are ovens to clean and counters to scrub, but one task I'm forcing myself to tackle this season is tidying up my pantry and spice rack and clearing out old and expired items. Today I've rounded up some guidelines on how long to keep basic pantry staples and how to tell when they're ready for the trash (or compost). While these time frames are a general rule of thumb, it's important to use your senses to detect what to keep and what to toss: if anything looks, smells, or tastes strange, it's probably best to get rid of it. So let's get a-cleaning!

Source: Flickr Users Simo ubuntu, JMR_Photography, and alsjhc

community

Savory Sight: Dulce de Leche Cupcakes

We are big proponents of starting the week with mouthwatering food photos, like these images of cupcakes from Whipped.

We are big proponents of starting the week with mouthwatering food photos, like these images of cupcakes from Whipped.

Light vanilla cupcakes topped with creamy caramel frosting and drizzled in caramel sauce.

With a description like that, we know you want this recipe. Find it on her blog. Then share your recipes and food photos in our Savory Sights community group.

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Create the Perfect Free For Your Feet

In the midst of your Spring cleaning, you probably noticed that it’s high time to replace those ragged, no-longer-supportive running shoes.
Create the Perfect Free For Your Feet

In the midst of your Spring cleaning, you probably noticed that it’s high time to replace those ragged, no-longer-supportive running shoes. How does swapping out those old dust collectors for some brand-new, completely customizable kicks sound? We’re talking about the Nike Free Run iD running shoe. You’re just a few easy steps away from your new favorite running shoes. Just choose the upper and midsole combination that meets the demands of your run, then pick your favorite colors, and voilà! Running couture.

For inspiration, check out our gallery of supernatural selections, including a variety of colors and builds, and start customizing today!