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If you're obsessed with making on-the-go smoothies like some of us, chances are that countertop blender will be in heavy cleaning rotation. But don't worry, these kitchen electrics are among the easiest of cooking appliances to clean. I have my mother, a longtime Vitamix devotee, to thank for this tip: the quickest way to clean a blender is to add water and then blend it! Fill your blender a Read more
RIP, Blender magazine. — Lifeline Live Check out this interview with Sean Astin who voices a character on the Disney Channel's show Special Agent Oso. — lilsugar Sunday's New York Times article about the trio of female screenwriters, Diablo Cody, Lorene Scafaria, and Dana Fox: Super cool, or condescending because they're relegated to the Fashion & Style section? — Cinematical Why Read more
The immersion blender is a great kitchen gadget that's especially useful in cooler months when soup making is a frequent activity. Although I have an immersion blender I love, DearSugar does not. I asked you to help me find her the perfect immersion blender. You headed off to market in search of practical, functional blenders with strong blades. You saved the sticks in the Yum Market on Read more
The dog days of Summer are upon us, and August is an exciting month this year. Not only is it a time for Summer vacations, but both the Beijing Olympics and Slow Food Nation are happening. Here's my list of everything you need to survive (and celebrate!) August in the most fabulous foodie style. Read more
Fergie looks a little too airbrushed all sexed up (surprise, surprise) for the January issue of Blender. The magazine named her woman of the year, prompting both a few tears from the Fergalicious singer and for her to open up about all sorts of things. Yeah, apparently if you get a few drinks in her, she'll talk about peeing onstage . . . and being in love with Josh Duhamel. Here are Read more
Over on the music blog The Music Slut, I discovered that Blender has put out a list of the 100 Days That Changed Music. Some are more obvious than others, some are somewhat ridiculous (Dr. Dre finding Eminem is No. 6? Out of 100?), but some are downright fascinating. I never knew, for example that when the Kingsmen recorded "Louie Louie" in 1965, people interpreted singer Jack Ely’s Read more
This one is an oldie but goodie. I tore the instructions out of ReadyMade magazine about three years ago, and ever since, I've been meaning to make a lamp out of my old avocado-green blender. Procrastination aside, this project is too great not to share; if you manage to get yours done before I do, I'd love to see the results. ReadyMade suggests raiding an old lamp for parts, though you can Read more
Kristin Cavallari almost had a scary run in with Jessica at the Teen Choice Awards last night. Love the drama. OAN reports that the two blondes shared the red carpet at one point. Oh I love the drama. Here's more: But perhaps the most astonishing moment was when the show’s host, Jessica Simpson, who was there early, left the Amphitheater and walked the red carpet in reverse direction. Read more
Fresh green peas are the first sign for Spring and since they have a short season, I always get my fill before they disappear come Summer. And just in the nick of time, I spotted a new recipe from Michelle Obama's upcoming book, American Grown. The First Lady's pea salad calls for peas, shallots, leeks, and mint, all tossed together with a healthy cream dressing. After shelling the peas, they Read more
Eating healthy is no easy feat — it usually requires a little more time in both planning and preparation. But did you know that a simple ice tray can make healthy living a breeze? From smarter snacking to a good-for-you breakfast, keep reading for creative and healthy ways to use your everyday ice tray. Smoothies A smoothie makes a healthy on-the-go breakfast, but sometimes life is so Read more
