Kitchen & Dining

With food costs continuing to rise, cooking at home will save you on your monthly food expenses and help you stretch your groceries.

Every family or group of friends has that one person who loves to host parties, and there are lots of great gifts for the hostess.

I’m a big fan of herbs, especially basil. I grew up in a Persian household and herbs were always served with dinner. Wrapping feta cheese and fresh mint, dill, parsley or basil in warm Persian bread is especially delicious. I could live off that meal and never get tired of it. But I could never figure out how to get my herbs to last for a long time. I turned to Pinterest for a solution, and discovered the Prepara Herb Savor. I then noticed that Best Buy carried it, and asked them to send me a sample of this kitchen gadget to review.      

 Mother’s Day is almost upon us, and it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to get for the special moms in your life. Today I’m sharing some great gift ideas for the women in your life who love to entertain.

Cooking with kids can be fun. There are lots of ways to get them involved as your little helpers, teaching the basics of cooking and baking, and even having them take on a few tasks themselves once they're old enough.

If you have a bland kitchen and you'd like to add a splash of colour, I've listed several easy ways you can brighten up your most-lived in space.

Before I tried the Spherificator I had no idea you could make caviar from any ingredient. This is one kitchen gadget that’s fun, easy, and really adds flavour to every dish.  

If you're comfortable, start early and teach your older teenagers some life skills in the kitchen they will carry through adulthood.

A selection of bar and wine essentials to enhance your holiday parties, adding style, and keeping drinks fresh and cool, whether your guests are indulging in wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, or non-alcoholic drinks.