Berry Tempting: Fast Raspberry Scones


Updated 01/31/11 11:44 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 2 comments

Fast Raspberry Scones Recipe

After satisfying my curiosity about the fine distinction between biscuits and scones, I decided I needed to heed my physical craving for them, too. And given my near-obsession with raspberries this month, what better way than to pull together a quick raspberry scone? The best part of this recipe is the fact that it doesn't require a mixer of any kind; just a food processor — something I Read more

Let's Dish: What's Your Favorite Salty-Sweet Combo?


Updated 08/11/09 8:24 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 41 comments

What's Your Favorite Sweet And Savory Combination?

I have a serious weakness for sweet-salty foods. One of my favorite ice cream treats as a kid involved saltine crackers, and the salted caramel ice cream at local sweet shop Bi-Rite Creamery is to die for. The sweet-savory deliciousness extends far beyond desserts to everything from fig pizza to watermelon and feta salad. What's your favorite dish that combines savory and sweet tastes? Read more

Do You Enjoy Salty Sweets?


Updated 02/12/08 8:55 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 34 comments

Do You Enjoy Salty Sweets?

Earlier I mentioned how much I like it when sweet things are a little bit salty, and it got me wondering if I was alone. I know some of my friends enjoy salty sweets, while others think it's repulsive. How about you, what's your opinion of the salty sweet? Source Do You Enjoy Salty Sweets? Yes, I like it when sweets have a little bit of a salty zing. Sometimes, it depends on the Read more

Swap it Out: Snacking Tips


Updated 08/10/07 11:25 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Swap it Out: Snacking Tips

I guess you could say I am pro snacking, but it has got to be healthy snacking - no cheesy puffs, please. Sometimes when we need a snack we are either too hungry or have too strong of a hankering to make a healthy choice. So here are some ideas for healthy swaps. Sweet Raisins or dried cherries mixed with dark chocolate chips Sliced peaches Maple flavored yogurt Chocolate ice Read more

Delicious Delicata Squash


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Delicious Delicata Squash

If a zucchini and a zebra had a baby, you might get something that looks like a delicata squash, also called Bohemian, Peanut, or Sweet Potato Squash. It's slender in shape, about 5-10 inches long, is smooth, and has yellow or cream colored skin with green stripes. There is nothing like eating squash in the winter time. It's warm and soft and very comforting on a cold day. The thing that Read more

Reader's Recipe: Dark Chocolate Puds


Updated 02/13/09 4:02 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 12 comments

Reader's Recipe: Dark Chocolate Puds

At first glance, reader mandiesoh's recipe for Dark Chocolate Puds looks like a big gooey cookie (which is definitely what caught my attention). However, when you read through it and view all of her awesome step-by-step pictures, you'll see that it's actually a type of muffin/cake with a gooey chocolate center. Talk about tasty! To check out mandiesoh's recipe, read more Read more

25 of Our Favorite Romances — and the Stylish Looks We Want to Steal


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Best Romance Movie Style For Valentine's Day 2012

Our favorite romantic movies — rom-coms included — have the ability to transport us from our couch to falling in love aboard the RMS Titanic, to sipping lattes in a quaint café in Montmartre, to attending Beverly Hills High with best friends Dionne and Tai, and beyond. In a nutshell, it's pretty great. To add to their cinematic charm, these flicks not only have us daydreaming of modern-day Read more

5 Strange Ways Chocolate Keeps You Healthy


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5 Surprising Ways Chocolate Keeps You Healthy

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! This sweet treat may also boost brainpower, help you relax, and more! By Mara Betsch, Prevention Show your heart some love this Valentine’s Day by nibbling a few chocolates — and making them a regular treat throughout the year. A recent study found that those consuming the highest levels of chocolate had a 37 Read more

Look of the Day: Slick Embellishments


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Leather Pants Street Style

Fab reader Dadouchic rocked a black-and-white outfit that instantly reminded us of a perfectly chic interpretation of Karl Lagerfeld's monochromatic style. Her fitted faux leather pants provided a slick edge while her sweet white blouse, complete with Peter Pan collar, softened up the overall feel. She took care to spice up her silhouette with gilded embellishments (read: a super sparkly gold Read more