#KitchenZest Kitchen Zest 18/8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons

I love to cook.  Measuring ingredients is, quite possibly, the most important thing in any cooking, but especially baking.  I am always losing or breaking my measuring spoons.  Too often, they are rather flimsy or made so poorly that they just don't last.

The measuring spoons from Kitchen Zest are built to last.  Made from marine-grade SS404 Stainless Steel, these measuring spoons are the perfect addition to my kitchen.  No rust, no stains, no breakage: they are just what I need.

** Includes 1 tablespoon, ½ tablespoon, 1 teaspoon, ½ teaspoon, ¼ teaspoon with metric equivalents.
** Features level rims and soft-touch ergonomic handle grips.
** Attached to removable stainless steel ring.
** Dishwasher safe.
** 100% money back guarantee.

I love the soft-touch handles.  They provide a safe (no sharp edges), strong, ergonomic grip surface for easy control.  Trust me, this is important.  I have spilled more than one ingredient using poorly designed measuring spoons.

The ring that keeps the spoons all together is removable.  That's a nice convenience.  Take them off the ring prior to use and put them all back on afterwards.

I think you'll find these spoons to be a very useful tool in your kitchen, too!

You may purchase the Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons at amazon.com.

DISCLOSURE: 
I received a set of Kitchen Zest 18/8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons for the purpose of review. I received no monetary compensation.  The opinions expressed herein are my own and based on my own use of and experience with the item.

#EconomyChefCoat Economy Chef Coat Review

Do you love to cook? I do.  Happy Husband aka Grill Daddy loves to cook even more than I do! We watch Gordon Ramsay, Robert Irvine, and Marco Pierre White whenever possible.  Mike is always buying kitchen gadgets and grilling tools.

When offered the opportunity to try out the stunning Chef Coat from Restaurant Discount Warehouse, I jumped at the chance! 

When it came, I fairly danced -- I knew that Mike would love it! And love it, he did! Yes, he's used it already: both in the kitchen and at the grill!

Mike is wearing a Large.  The sizes do run a bit big, but I think a medium might've been too small.

We both were impressed by the beautiful pearl buttons on the front of the coat. Mike LOVES the  small pocket for thermometers on the left-side.  

Eat your heart out, Gordon Ramsay!

The Economy Chef Coat is a superb value in a no-frills chef coat. It is made with the same premium materials and construction as all our other Uncommon Threads Chef Coats, so it will last and last.

Its classic design features eight pearl buttons. It also incorporates many of the features typically found in higher priced chef coats such as a thermometer pocket and a breast pocket, a reversible closure, and finished cuffs and collar.


For a restaurant that is looking to outfit its staff at a discount, there is no better alternative available today. To keep the price as low as possible, this coat is only available in white.

Every Chef takes pride in his food, his kitchen, and his appearance.  This beautiful Chef 's Coat is comfortable, stylish, and professional.  With proper care and laundering, it will last a long time. 

This coat is available in sizes X-Small ($9.95) to 6X ($16.95)!  Extraordinary prices for exceptional quality!

You may purchase this amazing Chef's Coat at Restaurant Discount Warehouse for $9.95 for one or you may order in bulk at a discount!

This would make a great Father's Day gift for the Grill Daddy in your life!

DISCLOSURE:
I received a Chef's Coat for the purpose of review. I received no monetary compensation. The opinions expressed herein are my own and based on my own use of and experience with the item.

Pinch of German WINNER!

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Our giveaway of A Pinch of German Cookbook and Spice Package ends tonight!

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A Pinch of German Review and Giveaway Ends April 30, 2014

DISCLOSURE:  I received a Cookbook and Package of Spice for the purpose of this review. I received no monetary compensation. All opinions expressed herein are my own and based on my own use of and experience with the item(s).

I love German cooking! From spaetzle to schnitzel to rouladen, I can eat it everyday!

When asked to review A Pinch of German Cookbook and Spices, I was delighted! I love to cook and love to eat.  Plus, I collect cookbooks! A win-win for me!

I received the Feed Your Dreams Cookbook and a package of Goulash Spice.  I chose to make the Hungarian Beef Stew (Goulash) from Page 83 of the cookbook.  

I changed the ingredients a bit to suit our tastes and needs:

1 pound beef chuck, cubed
4 T Butter
4 T Goulash Spice
1 TSP Hungarian Paprika
3 cups Beef Stock
1 small can tomato paste
1 can diced tomatoes
1 T Garlic, minced
Salt and Pepper to taste

I sprinkled about 1 tablespoon of the Goulash Spice into a zippered baggie and added the beef.  Coated the meat well and then seared along with the garlic.  
I added all other ingredients to the crock-pot and stirred until well mixed.  I drained and added the meat and garlic.  Cooked on low for approx. 8 hours until the meat was tender.
When the dish was done, I added hearty egg noodles and simmered for about 12 minutes until the noodles were done.

It was... FABULOUS! Very hearty, very tasty, and very satisfying!  This is real comfort food. Mike and I both loved it.  He said it will be a great dinner on a cold, wet, winter night. I agree. This is food that sticks to your ribs and soothes your soul. 

The Cookbook is filled with traditional recipes collected by the author, Nathalie Porter, since childhood.  There are over 160 recipes included and several pages of colour photos of the dishes.

The recipes include: Appetizers, Dips, Stews, Salads, Vegetables, Soups, Meats, and Desserts! I've spent several hours reading and re-reading those recipes. They sound so delicious!

One of the things I really like is Nathalie's encouragement to make the recipes your own.  She knows, as does any great cook, that the best dish is the one with your own personal touch.

Throughout the cookbook are little verses and quotes designed to brighten and enlighten.

One of my favourites:

*It isn't the travel that broadening, it's all that rich foreign food!*

Truer words never spoken.

In the back of the book are Nutritional tips, USDA food guide, measurements and equivalents, food substitutions, and even Blessed Scripture!

I will be using this amazing cookbook for a very long time.  I think you will as well!

You may connect with Nathalie on her Social Media Pages:
Facebook and @nkgedrich on Twitter.

Nathalie has generously offered one of my readers to win a copy of Feed Your Dreams and a sample package of Goulash Spice! How fabulous is that?

Just follow the entry instructions below for your chance to enter to win!

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Ozeri Green Earth Pan Review

Disclosure: I received an 8" Ozeri Green Earth Pan for the purpose of this review. I received no monetary compensation. The opinions expressed herein are my own and based on my own use of and experience with the item.

Mike and I love to cook.  But we both hate cleaning up (who doesn't).  We both especially hate having to soak and scrub our pans.  So, when we were given the opportunity to try the new 
Green Earth Pan from Ozeri, we were delighted!

The Ozeri Corporation is known world-wide for it's fine kitchen products (as well as home, bath, and fitness).  The Green Earth Pan is a wonderful addition to their kitchen line.

Mike, or Grill Daddy, as he's often called, was the first to use the pan.  Very impressed by the weight of the pan (about 2 pounds) -- that makes it sturdy and it sets well on the burner on the stove.  The interior of the pan is textured and coated with GREBLON - an ultra-safe ceramic non-stick coating from Germany which is 100% PTFE and PFOA free. 

We both loved the very easy clean-up, too.  We wiped it out with a paper towel and then just a few swipes with a bit of gentle dish liquid and a sponge.  To keep the non-stick coating from peeling or losing the non-stick quality, it's recommended that you clean the pan periodically with diluted lemon juice or vinegar.  The lemon juice works best for us.

Behold! Grill Daddy's Masterpiece! Steak and Mushrooms, anyone?

This pan is really brilliant. I know that some people say it's hard to brown anything in it, but I haven't had that problem.  I DO use only medium to low heat.  Using this pan on a higher heat MAY cause issues with the coating.   

FEATURES:

*Unlike other ceramic pans,the Ozeri Green Earth Pan utilizes GREBLON - an ultra-safe ceramic coating from Germany which is 100% PTFE and PFOA free.  

*Innovative textured pan surface delivers enhanced heat distribution and superior non-stick performance without ever releasing harmful fumes or toxins.

*Features a scratch-resistant 100 percent ceramic coating that is super easy to clean.

*Made out of durable heavy-gauge die-cast aluminum with no heavy metals or harmful chemicals.

*Boasts a comfortable heat resistant silicon coated handle and a magnetized induction stove safe base for rapid heat transfer.

Follow the cooking and cleaning instructions for the Ozeri Green Earth Pan and it's sure to give you years of cooking pleasure! 

You can purchase the fantastic pan at Amazon.com!

To connect with Ozeri visit them on their Social Media pages:
Facebook, Pinterest, and @OzeriCorp on Twitter.

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Cook'n Recipe Organizer, ARV: $80

COOK'N Recipe Organizer 11 Review and Giveaway, Ends 2/8/14

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

I collect recipes. I get them from magazines, cookbooks, blogs, friends, and more. Keeping them in some semblance of order? I don't wanna talk about it!

My collection is a hot mess. Rather, it WAS a mess. I have the newest, best version of Cook'n yet! I absolutely love it.

It's completely up-to-date with social media platforms such as Pinterest, Facebook, Blogs, Smart Phones. I think, given a little more tweaking, it could actually cook your meals! (I do hope they are working on that! ;)

It's impressive -- all of the things that Cook'n can do!

Cook'n 11

The Ultimate Recipe Organizer

The Only Recipe Software that lets you:

• Easily Enter your Personal Recipes
• Get Ideas for What to Make for Dinner
• See a Visual Menu Planner
• Auto-Generate Shopping Lists
• Capture Recipes From Favorite Websites
• Calculate Nutrition of Your Recipes
• Capture & Sync Pinterest Recipes - Demo
• Scan Printed Recipes - Demo
• Discover New Recipes w/Live Feed - Demo
• Print Themed Recipes - Demo
• Use Snip-It to Capture Blog Recipes - Demo
• Import recipes from Word - Demo
• Share Recipes with Social Media - Demo
• and much more!

How fantastic is that? Literally everything you need to save, store, and sort your favourite recipes at your fingertips! It's a time-saver!

It's not only perfect for the everyday cook, but a true gift for college kids and young people out on their own for the first time.
I know my own daughters would greatly benefit from this program. Especially my youngest, Lizz. She's still a 'beginner' at cooking. Cook'n would really help ease the stress of meal preparation for her!

Watch this Video for a great demonstration of how Cook'n 11 has updated, improved new features!



My favourite tool is the Nutrition Tracker. As someone who's watching her weight and trying to eat healthier meals -- it's a life-saver. Knowing that I can make the best choice when planning and preparing a meal means so much to me.

I think my 2nd favourite tool is the Pinterest capture. I pin so many recipes... and they get lost in the chaos. This is the perfect way to save my favourites.

If, like me, you are addicted to recipes or just need a program that will help you in your day-to-day cooking, this is for you!

You may connect with Cook'n on their Social Media Pages:  Facebook, Pinterest, Google+, and @CooknSoftware on Twitter.

You may purchase Cook'n 11 on Amazon.com ARV: $80.

The kind folks at Cook'n have generously offered one of my readers the chance to win one of their own! How cool is that?

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