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See Paula Deen Live!

YumSugar — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 05:58:31 PDT

If you've ever wanted to see Paula Deen live, now's your chance. This summer she's kicking off a "National" Tour - I put national in quotes because it's only five cities: Shreveport, Charlotte, Nashville, Dallas and Atlanta. Each two hour show will feature Ms. Paula cooking up some of her favorite dishes, answering fan questions, sharing tips and doing whatever it is a chef does when on tour.

"People need to get on back to the kitchen," said Paula. "I'm gonna show you how we do it at my house. I'll tell you what I cook and share the secrets to making it good. But the most important thing I want folks to realize is that the memories are what matter. Families get to know each other through cooking a meal together, and then sitting down and lickin' their plates clean. Now that's comfort food."

Oh, that's what they do when they're on tour. They lick their plates clean...

If you live in one of those five national cities, then act fast, tickets are on sale now.

And if you don't live in one of those cities, don't fret, you can always register to win a trip to see her in Atlanta. If you win, please tell me what they have backstage in the greenroom, I want to know if she actually eats the deep fried butter balls.

Source: PR Newswire
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Video: 5 TV Shows to Help You Survive the Summer Drought!

Becky Kirsch — Sat, 26 May 2012 10:27:33 PDT

Most of our favorite shows are wrapped for the season, but that doesn't mean your DVRs will be getting a break for the Summer. There's a whole crop of series (both old and new) that are coming your way, and BuzzSugar editors Becky Kirsch and Shannon Vestal are breaking down the five must-see shows to get you through the Summer. Watch and tell us which show you're most excited about.

Beyoncé Returns the Stage In True Style, Grace, and Sequins

Katie Henry — Sat, 26 May 2012 11:23:00 PDT

Beyoncé took the stage at the Revel Resort & Casino in Atlantic City last night ready to put on a high energy show for the sold-out crowd of 5,500 fans. In her first major performance since giving birth to daughter Blue she pulled out all the stops and changed into four jaw-dropping costumes. Ralph & Russo created Beyoncé's couture looks, which are encrusted with more than 500,000 Swarovski crystals, and took into account her high-energy dance routines when coming up with the designs. For her part Beyoncé delivered a two-hour set of her hottest tracks. From one of her more recent hits, "Run the World" to "Single Ladies" and "Halo" she kept the crowd on their feet all night. Perhaps one of the most surprising moments of the night came at the end of the show when Beyoncé shared new personal photos and film clips, including an image of the singer holding baby Blue in her arms.

Best Celebrity Pictures of the Week!

Meghan Rooney — Sat, 26 May 2012 06:21:18 PDT

The stars had a lot going on this week, with premieres, PDA, and parties. At the Cannes Film Festival, Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart celebrated her On the Road premiere with a passionate kiss, while Brad Pitt got sexy on the red carpet in a tuxedo for his Killing Them Softly screening. Gwyneth Paltrow looked glamourous in a white ensemble at a charity dinner for the Clinton Foundation, and the Beckham family showed their support for David at a dinner in his honor. There was plenty more action with some of our favorite celebrities. Check out the rest of the best pictures!

Show Us Your Lovely Little Vignettes!

Elka Karl — Sat, 26 May 2012 05:00:58 PDT

There are so many creative, design-savvy readers on this site, and we want to see what you've been making at home! Please share your styling and decorating ideas with the rest of us in the Lovely Little Vignettes group, where you can post photos of the small vignettes you create in your home, see online, or spot at a friend's house. (If you're not sure what we mean by vignettes, then this slideshow should make it clear.)

So show us what you've got! Be it a glamorous vanity mirror or an arrangement of vintage bottles on a shelf, we want to see all your beautiful photographs of the little details throughout your home.

Source: West Elm

A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links

Rebecca M Gruber — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:26:41 PDT

These sweet Memorial Day treats may steal the show at your barbecue!
What to do with all that stuff baby outgrows.
These personalized baby gifts are perfect if you have any new babies in your life!
Planning a birthday party for your tot? Don't miss our favorite birthday party themes - ever!
Don't head to the beach this weekend without reading our guide to packing a beach bag for a toddler.
Are you on Instagram yet? If so, then join our first Instagram challenge and load a picture that demonstrates motherhood!
Tired of waiting for baby to arrive on her own? Try one of these tried and true methods for inducing labor on your own!
Hats off to the lil preschool graduate with these graduation ideas for tots.
Todd Oldham's beautiful collection of arts-and-crafts projects and supplies hit Target this week. See which are Todd's favorites.
We love Valentina Pinault's impeccable style and jet-setting ways!
Have a stack of used baby food jars sitting around? Try reusing them for more than just food!

Share Your Food Photos on YumSugar

Susannah Chen — Sat, 26 May 2012 03:24:28 PDT

Have you cooked, eaten, or spotted something mouthwatering recently? If so, then don't let anything hold you back from sharing it with the rest of us: we want to feast with our eyes too. On a recent trip to Chicago, I hit up one of my favorite Mexican restaurants, Big Star, for some south-of-the-border sustenance and wound up ordering their queso fundido, a platter of melted, pungent, cheesy goodness.

Are you ready to share? We've got a group called Savory Sights, where you can upload mouthwatering images of foods and drinks you've made, consumed, or simply salivated over. Start showing us your photos now. There are lots of ways to participate, so read on to learn more.

Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Hoult Sit Front Row at a Monaco Fashion Show

Lauren Turner — Fri, 25 May 2012 14:30:09 PDT

Jennifer Lawrence and her boyfriend, Nicholas Hoult, were among royalty at the Amber Lounge fashion show at Le Meridien Beach Plaza Hotel in Monaco this evening. Princess Charlene and Prince Albert II were on hand for the event, which also brought out Vanessa Hudgens. Jennifer and Nicholas made the trip to Monaco after popping up in London earlier this week. The couple strolled the streets together and also stopped by the Duke of York Theatre. Jennifer is gearing up for an exciting Summer, since she's starting filming on the second movie in the Hunger Games franchise, Catching Fire, and she'll celebrate her birthday in August.

16 Memorial Day Discounts to Look Out For

Emily Co — Fri, 25 May 2012 16:35:29 PDT

As always, when it's time for a holiday weekend, everyone's looking forward to the extra day off - as well as the sales and discounts. Memorial Day is no different. Although we've given you the lowdown on which products you should keep an eye out for, here are a couple of great sales going on:

Amazon: Up to 60 percent off select women's, men's, and children's clothing.
Macy's: 15 percent off and free shipping with the code MEMDAY.
Pottery Barn: Save up to 60 percent on hundreds of items, such as umbrellas, lanterns, outdoor rugs, and more.
West Elm: Extra 15 percent off sales items with the promo code MEMDAY12.
Nordstrom: Nordstorm's half yearly sale on women's and children's items.
Bloomingdale's: Bloomingdale's Big Brown Sale offers discounts ranging from 20 to 65 percent.
REI: Save up to 30 percent on clothing and outdoor and sports gear.
Ikea: Deduct your restaurant charges when you purchase over $100 worth of home furnishings.
Quiznos: Small Sub, regular fountain drink, and chips combo for $2.99 if you show this coupon.
Tumi: Up to 40 percent off select items.
Sears: Over 300 Memorial Day deals.
JC Penney: Free shipping if you use the promo code JCPSHIP.
Puma: 30 percent discount if you use the code PUMASAVE30. Also, for every $50 spent between now and May 31, you get $25 to spend during the month of June.
Best Buy: 10 to 25 percent off major appliances.
Kohl's: Up to 75 percent off select home items, and if you use the promo code SUMMER20, then you get 20 percent off.
Ralph Lauren: Free shipping with promo code MAYFS12 and 25 percent off select sale items.
Perry Ellis: 40 percent off all online purchases with the code PEMEMORIAL40.

Lauren Conrad Shows Us How to Sweeten Up Our Jeans

Hannah Weil — Fri, 25 May 2012 07:35:00 PDT

Seeking sweet weekend style? Lauren Conrad showed off the easiest way to style up denim with a little seasonal charm while out in LA. With a white baby-doll blouse, ballet flats, and a touch of leopard print, the reality-star-turned-designer outfitted her staple skinny jeans with polish. Add in oversize shades and your favorite tote, like Lauren's Balenciaga, and this pretty play on denim could take you to just about anywhere on your long-weekend agenda. Feeling inspired? Shop our editors' picks to channel Lauren's chic everyday style.