cott0073's Profile
| Display Name: | cott0073 |
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| Member Since: | 4/18/12 |
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We prefer low-key gatherings, so what we typically do is get a couple different styles of bread, cheese, spreads, and meats to serve with some veggies or fruit. Just stop by the grocery store to pick up the items, get home and slice the bread, and lay out the table with everything. People can then casually eat as we converse and drink, whether it's just a snack for some, or a full meal for others. The Un-Dinner Dinner Party: How Much Food Should You Prepare? |
4/5/13 3:59 PM |
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What a wonderful story. Thank you for sharing it! I have a 36-year-old burnt orange fondue pot that was one of my parents' wedding gifts, that was passed on to me in while I was a poor graduate student. My husband and I have created a tradition of using it for fondue at least once a year, on Valentine's Day. I will NEVER give it up! My Uncool Kitchen Tool: Mom’s Mixer |
2/28/13 2:54 PM |
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We had to get a land line after we moved into our current apartment. It wasn't the cell phone provider that caused our signal issues, but the fact that our building is built like a bomb shelter. Everyone who lives in our building stands outside to talk on their cell phones. For us, it wasn't a deal breaker because apartments are hard to come by in our area, and location and other amenities were more important to us than cell phone reception. Apartment Hunting? Remember to Check the Cell Phone Service and Signal |
12/11/12 4:09 PM |
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We had delightful, crisp weather in Boston this past weekend as well! I made banana bread and cornmeal lime cookies (found the recipe here at thekitchn, by the way!). A Cake for Cool Spells in Summer: Hazelnut Mandarin Polenta Cake Design Sponge |
7/25/12 2:34 PM |
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Thank you, THANK YOU, AT, for realizing that Kansas City is not just a place to "fly over", but an actual destination! No mention in the post of this, but how about that delicious povitica from Strawberry Hill? We no longer live in the Midwest, but that is one thing we will get mailed out here in the Northeast for special occasions (or any occasion, really)! Here's the link: http://www.povitica.com/ A Design Lover's Guide to Kansas City Apartment Therapy's Design Destination Guide |
7/24/12 5:27 PM |
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Yes, if you are concerned about cleanliness, always order a bottled beer. Draft is not OK, because you're assuming tap lines are clean (and glasses). I know a couple of people who got food poisoning from draft beer at bad bars. What Drink Do You Order at a Bad Bar? 25 Food Writers Share Their Safety Drinks |
5/11/12 3:29 PM |
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Yellow!!! And, wow, that's great you were able to find such a good deal in the North End. I've casually looked in that area for an apartment, and haven't found anything larger than a shoebox without being wildly expensive. Wall Color For Outdated End Rental? Good Questions |
5/10/12 5:56 PM |
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We make our own! It saves us a ton of money over buying in the store. If we want it thicker (Greek-style), we do use cheesecloth and strain it. I agree, though, that Fage is pretty great if you must buy yogurt. Blind Taste Testing Greek-Style Yogurt Brands: Which One Wins? New York Magazine |
5/1/12 5:21 PM |
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I second the 5-ingredient recipes, and also the creative use of leftovers! Also, any tips or recipes on canning or pickling. We've bought a CSA share this summer, and would like to be able to preserve any extra veggies/fruits so we can use them in the winter. Got a Question for Reader Request Week? Tell Us What You'd Like Us To Blog About! |
4/30/12 4:11 PM |
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I agree that morning dog walks wake me up! My dog is sure to be excited about it, so just seeing his excited antics as I'm pulling on my shoes helps me wake up and be excited for the day, too! Rev Up Your Monday Morning Motor Green Earth News |
4/30/12 3:46 PM |
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I have been using this bento-like container for several years for sandwiches and a snack and fruit, and love it! Dinner on the Run: Five Stylish Ways to Tote Your Dinner |
4/20/12 3:36 PM |
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In college the pegboard saved me and my roommates from several arguments about cabinet space in our tiny kitchen. We were able to get all of our pots, pans, and utensils onto a pegboard, allowing almost all of the cabinets (of which there weren't many) for food and items that could not be hung up. With 4 roommates and about 2 square feet of counter space, this really helped a lot! In fact, I'm trying to figure out where I can put one in my current kitchen! 5 Smart Space Savers from Around the Web |
4/18/12 3:19 PM |
