Archive for June, 2008
Coming Soon - July 4th?
Suddenly, you look at the calendar and July 4th is less than 2 weeks away….how did that happen? We’re still getting used to the idea it’s not May anymore, but sure enough, the July 4th advertisements have begun, the planning for the big barbeque, buying fireworks (certainly easier if you live in the South where […]
Outdoor kitchens
Growing up, we had a simple concrete patio with a picnic table, some benches and a nice brick coal-burning barbeque - we were living large. Today’s outdoor barbeque is a whole new world, combining the modern conveniences of the indoor kitchen with the beauty and relaxation of outdoor living.
Now it’s not just which barbeque to choose for your backyard, but which […]
Choosing a housewarming gift
When it’s time for your close friend or family member to celebrate the fantastic achievement of buying their first home or moving out into their first apartment, you’ll want to choose a perfect gift - something unique, something useful - but most of all something specially chosen with them in mind.
It’s not always easy to […]
Cookware care tips
While it seems sometimes we live in a throw-away society, it doesn’t have to be that way. When we spend our good money on many things including cookware and kitchen accessories, it’s nice to know they’ll last a lot longer if we do some very simple things to take care of them.
For instance, when you […]