Brrr . . . It's Hot Tea Time!


Updated 01/31/11 9:54 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Teapots, Teacups, and Brewing Tools For Hot Tea

It's National Hot Tea Month, and it's no wonder the brewed beverage is in January's spotlight. Not only is it perfect for warming cold hands during Winter days, but many New Year's resolution-makers are swapping their cup of joe for a cup of tea to cut out caffeine or partake in a cleanse. From oolong to herbal, picking a type of leaf and flavor is almost as fun as taking the first sip — my Read more

Pass Up the Hot Cocoa: 5 Kid-Friendly Warm Winter Drinks


Updated 08/08/11 2:11 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Hot Drinks For Kids

Hot cocoa is a classic kid-favorite and the go-to when families want a comforting drink, but there are many other beverages that will warm up lil ones throughout the season. Whether your kids are clamoring for something creamy or a spiced concoction, check out five of these alternatives to the basic hot chocolate! Read more

Make Your Own Marshmallows


Updated 01/31/12 4:34 PM · Posted by partysugar · 22 comments

Easy Homemade Marshmallow Recipe

A couple of years ago, I hosted a fondue party for Valentine's Day. I thought it would be fun to dip marshmallows into chocolate fondue and, always one to pay special attention to little details, I wanted heart-shaped, pale pink marshmallows. Since pink heart marshmallows are not sold, I decided to try making them. Now, I'm addicted to homemade marshmallows! The method is surprisingly easy, but Read more

Happy Hour: Hot Buttered Rum


Updated 01/18/09 10:11 AM · Posted by partysugar · 5 comments

Happy Hour: Hot Buttered Rum

Tomorrow, Jan.17, is National Hot Buttered Rum day. To celebrate, I'm heading over to my friend H. Joseph Ehrmann's bar, Elixir, in San Francisco's Mission district. They're having a little party, and hot buttered rums are the highlight. If you don't live in SF, no worries: H has shared his recipe with us, so you can make it in the comforts of your cozy kitchen! While some variations call for a Read more

12 Days of Edible Gifts: Vanilla Hot Chocolate Mix


Updated 03/26/10 6:31 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 26 comments

12 Days of Edible Gifts: Vanilla Hot Chocolate Mix

During Winter, nothing epitomizes warmth more than a steaming cup of rich hot chocolate. This holiday, why not package that feeling for your loved ones by making inexpensive and thoughtful homemade hot cocoa? Unlike store-bought mix, which often tastes chalky and watered-down, this edible gift is velvety in texture and pure chocolate in flavor. This year, I'm making a large batch and distributing Read more

Free Yogi Tea


Updated 01/30/07 4:30 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Free Yogi Tea

As you guys know already, I am really into tea. One of my favorite brands, Yogi Tea, just happens to be giving away FREE samples right now. What's more? You even get to pick out your desired tea experience (A World of Flavor, Fragrant and Uplifting, Seasonal Support, Wellness from Within and Especially for Women). Don't worry, you don't have to take a long survey or anything -- Just fill out the Read more

9 Ways to Earn Extra Cash When Money Is Tight


Updated 05/24/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Earn More Money

I'm sure everyone can do with a little more cash in their wallets. Here are some great suggestions by Wise Bread for you to make extra money. Even though I'm self-employed full-time, I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to make more money. Earlier this year, I wrote a Wise Bread post on websites that can help you earn extra cash. More recently, I came across a blog post on Zaarly titled, Read more

Savvy Links: Why Drinking Coffee Is Good For Your Health


Updated 05/23/12 2:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Coffee Is Good For Health

Why drinking coffee is good for your health — Tecca How to decide between using debit or credit — Credit Karma Woman claims she was fired for being 'too hot' — HuffPost Women 6 excuses to skimp on retirement — Bankrate Expenses you won't have in retirement — Free Money Finance Say less in job applications to score more interviews — LearnVest 7 incredible sacrifices people have made Read more