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

Make Your Own Marshmallows


Updated 01/31/12 4:34 PM · Posted by partysugar · 18 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


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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

Sugar Shout Out: Accessories to Look Out For During Fashion Week


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Sugar Shout Out For Feb. 6 2012

Standout accessories we're excited to see in the front rows during Fashion Week Would you drink a bacon shake? Prince Harry and David Beckham have a hot night out in London Celebs are loving Downton Abbey-esque updos Gwyneth Paltrow and more celebs who got active to support Planned Parenthood Start your party engines! How to throw a Cars-themed bash Easy tips to warm up the kitchen of your Read more

Brad Pitt Breaks From Press to Exercise His Artful Eye


Updated 02/02/12 6:00 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Brad Pitt at Lehmann Maupin Gallery Pictures in NYC

Brad Pitt stopped by the Lehmann Maupin Gallery to check out their Sandro Kopp exhibit in NYC last night. Sandro is a German artist and the boyfriend of Tilda Swinton, who worked with Brad on The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Burn After Reading. Brad's been making the rounds chatting up Moneyball in the Big Apple all week including a stop by the Today show and The Daily Show. He also Read more