What Are Your Irrational Pet Peeves or Home Habits?


Updated 03/24/11 8:38 AM · Posted by · 9 comments

Pet Peeves and Home Habits

After sharing Brian Patrick Flynn's five decorating pet peeves on Tuesday, I got to thinking about decorating pet peeves that aren't so much about taste or aesthetics but based on habit and irrationality. One example of mine is blinds. I hate blinds. I don't hate the look of blinds, per se; some I find quite lovely. But for the life of me, I can't stand to have my blinds down. I think this goes Read more

Yum's September Must Haves


Updated 09/01/09 7:27 PM · Posted by partysugar · 5 comments

Yum's September Must Haves

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. Read more

Love It or Hate It? Tupp-a-lamps


Updated 08/27/08 2:05 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 18 comments

Love It or Hate It? Tupp-a-lamps

Tupp-a-lamps ($75) are pendant lights upcycled from vintage Tupperware products. I love the eco-friendly aspect and think it's a clever idea, but I can't see them working well anywhere but a retro kitchen. What do you think? Love It or Hate It? Tupp-a-lamps Love It Hate it Undecided Read more

Thanksgiving Tip: Send Them Home With Leftovers


Updated 11/18/09 10:15 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 15 comments

Thanksgiving Tip: Send Them Home With Leftovers

The big feast is just a few days away, and while all of your thoughts are on shopping and prepping, be sure you don't overlook the leftovers. If you're like most Americans, your fridge is going to be crammed with leftovers the day after. To avoid this, why not send some of them home with your friends and family? If you can, head over to your local craft store and pick up some fun Take-Out Boxes. Read more

Pack a Lunch: Save $ and Calories


Updated 04/25/07 9:19 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 20 comments

Pack a Lunch: Save $ and Calories

If you are dieting or trying to save some dough, you should really be brown bagging your lunch. Make it at home and take it with you wherever you may roam. You not only save money (sandwiches can be upwards of $7 around where I work), but you also can control your portions and calorie intake. Here are some tips and ideas for packing your lunch and taking it on the road. One of the easiest Read more

Inspiring Lunches: Lovely Little Bentos


Updated 05/22/12 4:52 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Pretty Bento Designs

When I pack my next day's lunch at 11 p.m. the night before, the last thing I consider is what it looks like. Sandwiches get shoved in plastic bags, and leftovers are unceremoniously crammed into old Tupperware. But making Japanese bento is not just about delicious food; it's about harmonious construction and pretty presentations. We turned to the marvelous bento designs of Flickr user gamene to Read more

Bento: The Original Boxed Lunch


Updated 05/11/12 5:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Japanese Bento Boxes

Many of us wish we brought our lunch to work more often, and while leftovers and sandwiches are delicious options, sometimes we're looking for out-of-the-box ideas. Might I suggest you start searching in the box with a bento lunch? This Japanese boxed lunch has a long history, but these days it's a delicious, healthy, and convenient lunch option, perfect for Spring picnics or munching at your Read more

ESPN Broadcaster Jenn Brown's Wedding Workout and Dress Fitting Diet Tips


Updated 05/01/12 4:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Wedding Advice From Jenn Brown on ESPN

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! As the reporter of ESPN's College GameDay for football and basketball Jenn Brown travels almost 70 percent of the year. That might sound like a dream job, but when your dream wedding is coming up, all those late night drive-thru dinners and wonky work hours can take a toll on your shape! We caught up with Read more

9 Eco-Unfriendly Moves That Are Losing You Money


Updated 04/22/12 11:31 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Eco Tips That Will Help Save Money

Earth Day is coming up and although we usually celebrate by telling you what you should do, sometimes it's easier to listen to advice on what you shouldn't do. Not being environmentally friendly adds a huge cost to your wallet and your environment. Here are a couple of eco-unfriendly moves you should avoid doing: Not using public transportation: Even if you do have a car, try to switch off with Read more

It's Time for a Snack-Attack!


Updated 03/20/12 8:26 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Snacks to Make Ahead of Time

We all get hungry throughout the day, and while it's easy to pop into the nearest café or corner store to pick up something to nibble on, it's much more rewarding, and satisfying, to make your own snacks. The good news is if you spend a little time on the weekend preparing some tasty treats, you'll be able to toss them in a bag and throw them into your purse to enjoy for the week ahead. Note: Read more