Don't Like Wedding Cake? Serve a Cheese Cake Instead


Updated 04/24/12 12:28 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Cheese Wheel Wedding Cakes

For some, savory doesn't just come before sweet in the dictionary; it also comes first in life, period. If you belong to that segment of the population, consider doing something different at your wedding or next big bash: serve a tower of cheese instead of a traditional cake. Depending on the size of your event, offer one that's elaborate and grandiose or smaller and more manageable. To get Read more

Fall in Love With These Romantic Recipe Ideas!


Updated 02/08/12 2:39 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Best Valentine's Day Recipes

This Valentine's Day, we've got you covered with recipes for every occasion, whether you're poised to create a casual night in or preparing to host a classic dinner with a special someone. From sexy, healthy aphrodisiacs to sultry chocolates, there's sure to be something to fit your bill. Here are a few of our all-time love-conducing courses. Oysters With Champagne Mignonette Engagement Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Make Chocolate-Covered Strawberries in No Time


Updated 02/07/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out February 6, 2012

Make chocolate-covered strawberries in no time Valentine's date ideas for photographers Five signs you're burned out Best moments from the Puppy Bowl Pretty red and pink pieces for Valentine's Day Surefire ways to pick the perfect red lipstick Things you might not know about Queen Elizabeth II Valentine's Day cake pops for your lil sweetheart Seven ways to decorate with Ikea's Ung Drill Read more

5 Unbelievably Bad Fast-Food Breakfasts


Updated 01/23/12 10:43 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

5 Fast-Food Breakfasts You Should Never Eat

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By Molly Raisch, Prevention Mom always said, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” And she was right. Morning meals are essential to revving your metabolism and kick-starting your calorie burn, but indulging in a fat- and calorie-laden breakfast from your favorite fast-food chain could easily send Read more

Paula Deen Becomes a Hot Topic on the View


Updated 01/18/12 7:04 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 59 comments

Video of Paula Deen and Barbara Walters on the View

In January 2011, Food Network host Paula Deen appeared on The View to promote her new children's cookbook. Those who caught it know that it wasn't pretty to watch. Put the sassy Paula Deen and the straight-laced Barbara Walters together, and you get an uncomfortable dynamic. As the ladies of The View sit behind a stupendous spread of fried chicken and other Southern comforts, Paula licks Read more

Cookbook Review: The Cake Mix Doctor Bakes Gluten-Free


Updated 06/15/11 11:22 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Book Review: The Cake Mix Doctor Bakes Gluten-Free

If you do any gluten-free baking, you're fully aware that baking without regular flour requires some skill and patience in the kitchen. Thankfully, with gluten-free baking mixes, it's easy to make your favorite cookie and cake recipes without ripping your hair out in the process. Anne Byrn — aka "The Cake Mix Doctor" — is at it again with her latest cookbook, The Cake Mix Doctor Bakes Read more

18 Divine Desserts to Celebrate Spring


Updated 04/19/12 11:26 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Best Spring Dessert Recipes

Now that Spring is in full swing, we've got our minds on desserts that are not only sweet and satisfying, but also refreshing. Cooling scoops of homemade raspberry-swirl Greek frozen yogurt and a fast and easy strawberry tart are just two of the 18 must-make recipes we've rounded up. Click through for some sweet inspiration. Read more

Happy National Strawberry Shortcake Day!


Updated 06/14/11 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Strawberry Shortcake Recipes

Our favorite Hasbro character would be thrilled: not only are strawberries at their peak right now, but today is also National Strawberry Shortcake Day! Strawberries, whipped cream, and cake are a seemingly simple combination, yet the three items come together with undeniably magical results. We've compiled five different approaches to re-creating the treat — so all you've got to do is pick Read more

10 Gluten-Free Snacks Under 150 Calories


Updated 11/01/11 8:57 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Gluten-Free Snacks Under 150 Calories

If you're gluten-free, noshing on the usual snacks of crackers and cheese or PB on whole wheat toast are out, but here are 10 delicious and nutritious snacks — all free of wheat, rye, oats, and barley — and all under 150 calories. One small Asian pear (51 calories) with one organic mozzarella cheese stick (80 calories): 131 calories One Lundberg Organic Brown Rice Cake (70 calories) topped Read more