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Dec
13

Gift Spotlight: All Things Julia & Julia…

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Kicking off a series of “HOLIDAY GIFT SPOTLIGHTS” – let’s start with a spotlight on all things Julie & Julia

First of all, Sur La Table has this phenomenal gift set with both the DVD of Julie & Julia and the epic “Mastering The Art of French Cooking” which should be a staple for any home cook, no?

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For those that adored the character of Julie Powell, you might want to check out her latest novel, Cleaving: A Story of Marriage, Meat, and Obsession

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or the book upon which the movie is based, Julie and Julia: My Year of Cooking Dangerously

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What about those that love the classic Julia Child.  Well, in addition to any of her cookbooks, you can also pick up the DVDs of:

Julia Child – The French Chef,

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Julia Child’s The Way To Cook DVD

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or

Julia & Jacques Cooking At Home

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Finally, you know what would REALLY be great – what about wrapping up the DVD of the movie within the Mauviel Oval Copper Fry Pan from the Sole Meuniere scene where Julia just falls in love with French food.  Now THAT is a great idea to put under the tree for that special someone (even if it’s for yourself – don’t worry – I’ll never tell).

Mauviel Copper Fry Pan

You just can never go wrong with Julia Child…

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Great news – Williams Sonoma is making the holidays easier on the wallet – namely when it comes to all things Le Creuset and Calphalon.  They are offering 20% off all Le Creuset and Calphalon for five days only.  Hurry because it expires on December 13th.

Happy Shopping!

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I adore Dean & Deluca - their spices are some of the best I’ve ever used.  Heck, if Barefoot Contessa uses them, why shouldn’t we.   However the closest D&D to me is in NYC so I have to be content with shopping online.  When I moved to Philly, the first thing I did was order some new spices and their shipping was lightening fast.  Normally I shop through Ebates and I adore getting 5% cash back on all of my D&D needs.  However, Ebates is giving DOUBLE cash back on all Dean & Deluca purchases for TODAY ONLY.  Heck - thats 10% back and you know I’ll be shopping today to get some seriously fabu spices, coffee and more!

If you aren’t a member of Ebates, sign up through this link and both you and I get a bonus $5. 

So what are you waiting for – go forth and get that holiday shopping done EARLY!

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Nov
05

Simply Delicioso Comes To HSN…

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When I saw Ingrid Hoffmann a few weeks ago at the Philadelphia Food & Wine Show, she gave me a heads up that she developed her own line of Simply Delicioso products with HSN.  Well the premiere is tomorrow and the products are beyond sweet.  Check out a few things that are on the HSN site.

The cookware is developed with T-Fal and Ingrid gave me a heads up that it isn’t insanely heavy.  Some other cookware can make you feel like you are weight lifting and Ingrid wanted something that had ease of use and superior quality.   The knives are through Furi and y’all know that Furi works with another FN Personality and those knives are really good from what I’ve heard (I’m a Global gal personally).  The prices are phenomenal, the colors will work in your kitchen and, yes, this gal is about to get her shop on – with Cash Back of course (6% through either Mr. Rebates or Ebates!)

Now first up, this 3 piece cutlery set WITH case

 

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There is a fabulous 12 piece enamel cookware set that will take care of all of your cooking needs…

 

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Also, she has some specialty pieces such as this Comal

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And a Paella pan which I am obsessed with … (Paella in Philadelphia – who knew?!?!?)

 

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¡Ay, qué rico!

 

Make sure to check out the HSN Cooks! event tomorrow and get to shoppin’…

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Have y’all heard about RueLaLa – one of the primo spots to get all things fashionable on the cheap?  I can tell you that when they have a killer sale such as Gucci, Kooba, Cole Haan, etc., I’m waiting for that lovely email to pop in the inbox at 11:00 a.m. to indicate that my sale engine needs to start.  The sales are 2 days long and the deals are so good you just want to cry with happiness when you’ve scored *that thing* you’ve been coveting.

Lately, RueLaLa has been having some sales that have deviated from the fashionable and headed to a gal’s inner culinary/home decorating diva.  We’re talking Calphalon, Waterford, Wustof, Villeroy & Boch, Mauviel, etc.   Top name brands at killer prices.

Guess what’s on tap for this Tuesday – KitchenAid.  The sale starts at 11:00 a.m. on July 15th.  So if you aren’t a RueLaLa member, what are you waiting for – sign up, it’s free.

Just don’t say I didn’t give you a heads up.

Happy Shopping!

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I was visiting the local Bloomies yesterday and lo and behold, Villeroy & Boch New Wave china is Buy One Get One Free.  Now THAT is a deal… Many thanks to Debra and Luis at the Millenia Mall for the scoop.

On a related note, I also got a Calphalon Double Boiler for $79.99.  Now what a deal THAT was.  There’s tons more on sale so you need to see it to believe it.  The sale is good through end of Memorial Day so hurry!!!

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May
03

Spicin’ Up Your Sangria…

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Cinco de Mayois just around the corner and, like before, I’m still on the fence of “Do I or Don’t I” get a sangria pitcher.  When it comes to cocktails, a well made sangria is in my top 5.  However, I think when I make it, I’d like to add a little “Za Za Zu” to the presentation.

Luckily, La Tienda is having a sale on their sangria pitchers but there are so many to choose from. 

 Colorful ‘Flor’ Design… 

 

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or

 

Glass Sangria SetRecycled Glass Sangria Set

or

 

Terra Cotta Pitcher

Terra Cotta Pitcher

What do you have planned for Cinco de Mayo?

 

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Last year, I started collecting some “Kitchen Check SpellingOrnaments” for my tree – namely the copper ornaments from Williams Sonoma along with some Starbucks ornaments.

I’m planning on putting a LITTLE tree up on my breakfast bar counter in the kitchen. Well, Williams Sonoma added to the mix this year their set of Kitchen Icon Ornaments which replicate some favorite brands i.e. the Le Creuset dutch oven, a Bundt cake mold, a Dualit toaster and a Bialetti Espresso Maker.

And, for the entire set of all 4 ornaments, it’s only $19.95. If you have a chef on your gift list (or even for yourself), you might want to add that to your cart.

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Have someone on your gift list that is a bit more “adventuresome” when it comes to cooking or trying new cuisines? What about this Sur La Table Tangine Gift Set.
Here not only do you get a top quality 13″ terra cotta tangine, but you also get Moroccan Couscous, Preserved Lemons AND the Tagine: Spicy Stews from Morocco cookbook by Ghillie Basan

All of the above is only $44.96. Now wouldn’t that be a gift that keeps on giving…

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I am a Facebook junkie, I know. That’s not up for debate. Anywhoo – last night, Pretty Random Thoughts‘ Lesli posted something about getting a wreath that really wasn’t her favorite. So, when I was perusing around Sur La Table looking for that hostess apron I adore along with a couple other things, I saw that they had some wreaths on sale.

My favorite above all is the Holiday Wreath with Copper Molds. It’s on sale and is just so festive. I adore all things copper so you combine that with something very “holiday”, it’s on.

Check out their other wreaths, centerpieces and foliage. Some other faves are:

Harvest Pumpkin ‘Lantern’ Centerpiece

and the

Pomegranate Garland

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