Ice cubes are the way to go.

I've had this cheese as well, and it too stopped me in my tracks. I order it whenever I see it on a menu, and then, I don't share.

stoup. dumb. effing RR.

A block of Wusthof knives. I'm in love.

Sweet and Spicy Nuts! You could put them in a nice jar or canister. Spicy, Sweet & Salty Rosemary Nuts makes 2 cups 2 cups unsalted mixed nuts, such as almonds, cash...

Die Hard!

How many people will be attending?

My family has to be careful about theft as well, but with all of the snow, it usually stays pretty concealed. It's not Christmas unless someone is outside searching for Champagne in the snow banks!

i just drooled a little. at work.

I design the invite, and then email it out. It's personal because I designed it and quick because I email it.

I use my Magic Bullet blender every morning for smoothies. It's sooo easy to clean. I don't think it's much quieter than a big blender though.

Totally sans bow.

I, uh, eat the raw dough.

There's also the screw and hammer technique if you have tools around. I bet this will come in handy sometime!

This is totally bril! I always hate managing the tiny plate and tiny napkin and there's never a place to put any of it down. So I usually just end up drinking champagne and not eating, which...is f...

These are amazing. I just bought them.

Accident waiting to happen. Shouldn't even be a consideration.

I second the cheesecloth question.

Made a vinaigrette last night with apple cider. It was glorious.

goat cheese stuffed zucchini pancakes!