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Yum's September Must Haves

partysugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:15:07 -0700

As much as I hate to see the Summer go, I always enjoy September. San Francisco's weather finally warms up and it's my birthday! The month also marks the start of Fall, which means heading back to school and a new season of fruits and vegetables. Here are seven items that you must have to make the most of the next 30 days.

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Le Creuset Cast Iron Heart: Love It or Hate It?

partysugar — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 04:00:55 -0800

Recently I received an email from a Sugar gal with a picture of this Le Creuset cast iron, enameled heart-shaped casserole. The caption read, "I mean seriously. How many days a year would you use this?"

While she obviously hates this cooking dish, I politely disagree. I happen to enjoy heart-inspired kitchenware year-round, and could imagine making special meals for my (non-existent) sweetheart any night of the week.

How do you feel about it?

Yum's November Must Haves

partysugar — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 12:38:25 -0800

There are only 24 days until the biggest food holiday of the year, Thanksgiving. Here are five items that will make your month fuss-free and delicious.

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Surprise Mom With a Little Dijon

YumSugar — Tue, 06 May 2008 15:15:04 -0700

If you're more like me than PartySugar - and by that I mean a solid procrastinator - I should probably remind you that Mother's Day is this Sunday. If you still don't know what to get for the lady of your life, well calm down, I've got some ideas.

Le Creuset recently announced a new Dijon color set. The bright and bold yellow color is wonderfully Spring friendly and a load of fun. Pots and pans don't sound like the most amazing Mother's day gift, but believe me a new Le Creuset set does. But, if mom ends up hating it, take her to a day spa and keep the Dijon set for yourself!

If you want to spoil her with an entire mustard-yellow theme, then scroll through to see some more bold finds.

Le Creuset® Dijon Enameled Cast Iron 6-Piece Set - $549.95	Martha Stewart Collection 3-Piece Yellow Kitchen Towels Set - $9.99
Stockholm Floral Apron - $28.00	Emile Henry Ruffled Auberge Rectangular Bakers, Dijon - $66.00
Potato Print Dishtowel, Yellow - $14.00	Dijon Tropical Flower Apron, Set of 2 Potholders or Set of 4 Napkins - $11.96
Peugeot U-Select Lacquered Salt & Pepper Mills, Dijon - $50.00	Emile Henry Ruffled Auberge Oval Baker, Dijon - $49.00
Le Creuset® Dijon Round Skillets - $119.95	Le Creuset® Dijon Round Braiser - $199.95
Mustard Tableware, Salad Plate - $12.00	LiveStrong Whistling Loop 1.8-Quart Tea Kettle by Chantal - $49.99
Paring Knife Sharpener, Yellow - $18.00	Komachi Sandwich Knife - $24.99
Grapefruit Knife - $5.95	Komachi Bread Knife - $27.00
Canisters - $64.00	Normann Copenhagen Strainer - $62.00
Lizkin Design Egg Pants - $20.00	Hawthorne Belvedere Vase in Yellow - $149.00

Off to Market Recap: Dutch Oven

partysugar — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 15:41:17 -0700

With the cold weather narrowing in, I'm starting to crave comforting, slow cooked soups, stews, and sauces. In order to make delicious dishes, I've decided to invest in a new Dutch oven - a large pot with a tight fitting lid - that I can use for the rest of my life. No steam escapes when it's closed, making it the ideal cooking vessel for braising and stewing.

I asked you to help by searching for beautiful Dutch ovens that are durable, long lasting and in colors or designs. You bookmarked the pots in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag Dutch Oven.

Following some of your recommendations, I'm planning on investing in a set of Le Creuset Dutch ovens. They're expensive but suit all heat sources, are dishwasher safe, and come with a lifetime guarantee. Twinkle found these ovens in a gorgeous Caribbean blue color that I won't get sick of over time. Nice one Twink! Take a look at all of the ovens bookmarked by browsing below.

For more info, read geeksugar's guide to bookmarking on TeamSugar.

Yum's Top 10 Kitchen Registries

YumSugar — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:00:47 -0700

Earlier this week, we offered some wedding advice for finding a gift registry that's right for you, but even with our recommendations, there are so many stores to choose from. So, we've compiled a list of our favorite registries - for the most part, nationwide retail outlets with standalone stores, call centers, and online sites to suit all of your guests' needs. We also took stock of shops with a wide selection of products and convenient perks and benefits. To see the list of our favorites (in no particular order), read more.

Williams-Sonoma: This tried-and-true kitchen store favorite boasts a thank you note manager, a solid return policy, and a 10 percent discount on items both remaining in your registry and outside it.
Target: Despite your income bracket, you can't go wrong at this ubiquitous store, which proffers a huge assortment of practical, everyday items at bargain prices. Guests can shop online with a Target or an Amazon account.
Crate & Barrel: This 160-store chain boasts a 10 percent completion discount on registries - and that includes furniture. Anytime an item is purchased or added, all changes, whether online, in store, or over the phone, will be reflected within a short window of 15 minutes or less.
Macy's: This national network of department stores is everywhere in the United States and offers a number of perks, including a charity donation program, completion rewards of 10 percent off, and a Registry Star Rewards program, which rewards purchases in the form of a Macy's Gift Card.
Bed Bath & Beyond: Aside from being practical and everywhere, this store offers a registry incentive program where you can register for or complete certain sets and get other items free. Need help? That's available anytime through the store's call center.
Bloomingdale's: For a range of timeless kitchen pieces and fun kitchen gadgets, sign up for this high-end retailer, which pairs you with a personal registry consultant and also provides a 10 percent completion program and donations to charity.
Sur La Table: Everything your kitchen ever wanted can be found at this culinary haven, which carries specialty items like DeLonghi grills, John Boos cutting boards, and Le Creuset cookware.
Kohl's: This registry ups the ante with a completion program offering 15 percent off, as well as announcement cards that give guests discounts on in-store purchases.
Neiman Marcus: Head here for the gold standard of gift registries, where you can choose from a massive selection of formal tabletop items. Gift packaging is complimentary on bridal registry purchases.
Cooking.com: If you want to go virtual, you can find everything and anything kitchen at this one-stop online shop, which has an extreme selection of 80,000 products and a 10 percent off completion program.

Brides-to-be, where have you registered? Let us know if you have any other recommendations!

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Off to Market Recap: Casserole Dish

partysugar — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 06:45:52 -0800

When I made lasagna, I was horrified to realize I don't own a large casserole dish. I ended up having to make the lasagna in two pie dishes. To avoid this situation in the future, I asked you to help me find a casserole dish. You headed off to market in search of a large, oven- and dishwasher-safe serving vessel that can hold everything from potato gratin to white chocolate brownies. You saved the dishes in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Casserole Dish.

I'm madly in love with this Le Creuset casserole set in Caribbean blue. Aimeeb discovered this two-piece set that comes with 12-inch rectangular and 9-inch square baking dishes. It's on sale, which means I'll be able to afford it! Browse all the baking dishes you bookmarked below.

Geeksugar has put together an article that explains how to bookmark on TeamSugar. Check it out for more details!

Off to Market Recap: Fondue Pot

partysugar — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 03:01:41 -0800

All week I've been helping my sister and her BFF plan a girls-only Valentine's Day party. Fondue is on the menu, but we don't have a fondue pot, so I asked you to help us find one. You searched for both chocolate and cheese fondue pots that are festive, colorful, and easy to transport. You saved the pots in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Fondue Pot.

Several people bookmarked an adorable heart-shaped pink and chocolate brown fondue pot, but it isn't really something that can be used year round.

However this blue Le Creuset fondue pot that Twinkle discovered is perfect! Le Creuset is a trustworthy brand and this pot will last a lifetime. Thanks Twink! To see all of the fondue pots, browse below.

Don't know how to use the bookmarking feature of TeamSugar? Have no fear, geeksugar has created an easy how to.

What's Cooking at Slashfood

partysugar — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 04:00:28 -0700

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Everything you need to know about jujubes - no, not the candy, the Chinese date.
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How to make your own dried mushrooms.
Super easy and deliciously healthy: bean salad.
Lipton's Milk Tea has been pulled from Chinese stores' shelves.

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