Pack a Compostable Picnic


Updated 05/22/12 5:11 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Compostable, Biodegradable Picnic Supplies

It's shorts-wearing season, and what better way to catch some rays than to pack a leisurely, afternoon picnic? Keep Mother Nature looking good by loading your picnic basket with compostable dinnerware items. It's easier than ever to purchase plates, cutlery, and cups that are 100 percent biodegradable and made from natural sources like corn and sugar-cane fiber. Click through to take a look at Read more

In Season: Cherimoyas


Updated 05/21/12 4:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cherimoya Preparation and Recipes

Don't be fooled by the cherimoya: though this fruit resembles a tiny dragon curled up for a nap, it's quite the opposite from a sour-tempered, fire-breathing reptile. With a texture that resembles custard or ice cream, the cherimoya surprises with a sweet flavor that tasters liken to a blend of bananas, pineapple, papaya, and strawberry. And fortunately for us, it's in season for another few Read more

Rev Up Warm-Weather Recipes With Radishes


Updated 05/20/12 3:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Radish Recipes

At first blush, the humble root known as the radish may not look like much. But take a closer look (and taste) at these diminutive vegetables (which are in season across the country), and you'll discover they're just what you need to add flair to your springtime meals. Humble and plentiful, they impart a peppery, almost horseradish-like zing to anything from salads to sandwiches. Not sure what to Read more

Perfectly Seasonal: Asparagus, Scallion, and Cucumber Salad


Updated 05/16/12 12:05 PM · Posted by · 14 comments

Asparagus and Cucumber Salad Recipe

With all the green around you right now, give this very Springy salad a chance: a bed of asparagus, topped with cucumbers, scallions, and a zippy Dijon dressing is bound to make you fall in love with the season if you haven't already. This is a perfect picnic or party salad, since the the dressing, asparagus, and green onions can be prepared a day in advance, provided they're stored separately Read more

10 Amazing Avocado Recipes


Updated 05/14/12 3:23 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Best Avocado Recipes

In California, we've been getting some awesomely delicious avocados lately. Chalk it up to avocado season, which runs from Spring to Fall. Even if you don't live in the Golden State, chances are, that green fruit you're savoring is from here anyway. 90 percent of the nation's crop comes out of California. From sandwiches and salads to salsas and other tropical-tinged flavor combinations, avocado Read more

18 Spring Activities to Get Your Geek on


Updated 05/14/12 10:36 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fun Activities For Geeks

Whether you prefer to be in the kitchen or on the road, we've come up with several creative ideas to keep you busy this Spring. Looking for some new pastimes? From DIYs to nerdy day trips, we've got 18 fun, geeky ideas to get you through the season. Have a documentary marathon: Not sure where to start? Check out Frozen Planet, a seven-part series from the team behind Planet Earth, to learn more Read more

Perfectly Seasonal: Nasturtium Pesto


Updated 05/09/12 1:23 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Nasturtium Pesto Recipe

How does your garden grow? Now that the weather in California's started to warm, all of the vegetables in mine have finally started to grow! Nothing's quite large enough to pick yet, except for a few nasturtium plants, which are growing like weeds. When life gives you nasturtium leaves, make nasturtium pesto! I used the traditional ingredients in a basil pesto, but substituted the basil with a Read more

Fit For May: Must Haves


Updated 05/09/12 1:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Fitness Gear For May 2012

Spring is in full effect and we're definitely taking advantage. We've been hiking, swimming, and basically doing any other outdoor fitness activity you can throw at us. From the latest swimsuits to a water bottle that also doubles as a wine pack, check out which products have us excited to celebrate this string of warm weather! Read more

How to Reduce Pet Allergies


Updated 05/10/12 11:24 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Alleviate Dog and Cat Allergies

We're in the midst of high pollen season, and here at Sugar HQ, we're trading tips on allergy relief almost as much as monthly must haves. As temperatures rise, flowers and trees aren't the only ones shedding sneeze-causing particles: your pet is busy sloughing off fur and dander which can increase the intensity of itchy eyes and runny noses. Of course, you could research the best hypoallergenic Read more

Celebrate the Month of May With Eggs-quisite Eggs!


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Egg Recipes For Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

May is National Egg Month, and we've got them on the brain. In fact, you could say we're pretty egg-static about those little protein-packed packages. While they make breakfast beautiful, eggs dress up every meal with their simplicity and flexible form. Nestled in toast, wrapped into a breakfast burrito, baked in an exotically spiced tomato sauce . . . did we break through your shell? Here are Read more