Month: March 2013

Review/ D’Lish Deviled Eggs

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Title: D’ Lish Deviled Eggs (a collection of recipes from creative classics)Author: Kathy Casey
Pub Date: February 2013
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing, LLC
Pages: 160

Source: I received this cook book for review from the awesome people at Andrews McMeel Publishing.

About the book:

Deviled eggs are not just for summer picnics, now you can enjoy America”s beloved appetizer year round with Kathy Casey’s 50 fabulous recipes.
Deviled eggs are always a party favorite, and the first thing to fly off the table. D’Lish Deviled Eggs both pays homage to the classic deviled egg and dishes up creative, modern takes on tradition. And this isn’t just a recipe book; its pages are packed full with everything from how to make superb hard-cooked eggs every time, to filling and garnishing picture-perfect stuffed eggs.

Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Deviled Eggs are sure to bring back fond memories of family gatherings, while inspired offerings like “California Roll” Deviled Eggs andTwo-Bite “Carbonara” Deviled Duck Eggs add a delicious start to any dinner party. Kicky Devilish Green Eggs & Ham or Dirty Martini Deviled Eggs make perfect cocktail cohorts.

With recipe suggestions for tasty parties and seasonal and holiday pairings, D’Lish Deviled Eggs is the ultimate kitchen companion for dishing up America’s favorite appetizer. Chock-full of fab tips, from the history of deviled eggs to collecting vintage plateware, this book will definitely “egg you on” to head to the kitchen and get crackin’!

A classy little guide to a classy little dish, D’Lish Deviled Eggs will open up a whole new world of ways to jazz up these one-bite wonders!

I have to be up front and honest with this review. I got this cook book for review earlier this year and I was hoping that I would have found someone who could have reviewed this for me to be give an honest review.

I have never eaten a deviled egg before and sadly I can’t because of an allergy I have with eggs.

So there won’t be a what I made with the cookbook but rather my thoughts about the book.

There is 50 recipes included in this book. The recipes are all easy to follow and they are accompanied by a beautiful photograph. I love seeing photos what go with the recipes because you get an idea of what the product looks like.

In the beginning of the book they give you hints on what kind of deviled egg you can make for specific holidays. Which is nice if you like making deviled eggs and you can make them anytime of the year and not just at parties.

I thought the section called The hard Facts was really interesting because it talks about everything you need to know about eggs. Such as :

  • to make eggs easy for peeling of hard cooked eggs you should let them refrigerate for seven to ten days because this will allow the eggs to take in some air which will seperate the membrane from the shell
  • if you store your eggs with the small end up or on their sides over night you will get a yolk that is centered

Through out the book you will discover little tips that will aid with the recipe.

So if you love deviled eggs this would make a great cook book to add to your collection.

Do you like deviled eggs?

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Star Looks February Edition

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 This month Star Looks is a little different because it was curated by a professional make up artist named Lauren Clark. The box is very pretty as its pink and purple. Two of my favorite colors. They go so well with this months theme.

 I think the product card is so pretty as they usually are each month. I tend to keep the cards and use them as bookmarks.

 The first item I took out of the box  is this Barbie Fluid Blush. Its a very pretty pink shade. A little goes a long way like I found out. This is a full size item (like every item in every box is) and it sells for $15

 Isn’t this pretty? Its Princess Diaries Eye Liner. Its water proof and smudge proof.  What I love about this is that you can use it as an eye liner (top or bottom) and also as an eye shadow. Its described as a pearlescent baby pink. This sales for $15 (above pic is in light)

this is in a darker light

I believe the next item is a bonus item as I don’t seem to find it on the product card.

 Its a lip liner in the shade Tipsy.  Its a very creamy and smooth lip liner. You can actually use this as lip liner as well as an all over lip cover. Which I have been doing since I got the same shade in my birthday box. I am thrilled to have a back up now. This sells for $8

 Finally the last item is the Pink Oasis Lip Gloss. I kind of chuckle at the name since its not pink but a lavendar color. It goes on sheer with some sparkle (as you can kind of see in the picture). I love the versatitly of this because you can use it alone or on top of a lipstick to add some shine and sparkle to it. I love the smell and feel of this on my lips. This sells for $11

 
So that is my February Star Looks box and the brochure in the back talks about Lauren Clark and tips on how to use the make up she selected. As you probably can tell I am very happy with my box this month.

The total value is $50. and it always pays for itself. I love that each and every item is full size and that its colors that I wouldn’t pick for myself which makes it a great way to step out of your comfort zone.

What do you think? Would you use anything from this box?

 
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MEME/ Sunday’s In Bed With…..#39

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The awesome blogger behind this is Kate from Midnight Book Girl   not only is she an awesome blogger but she is was one of my roommates for BEA. YAY!!

Midnight Book Girl

Sundays In Bed With….is a meme I’ve started to share the book we’re spending the morning in bed with, or the one we’d like to stay curled up in bed with all Sunday if only our busy lives would allow! For fun, take a picture of the book in your bed, or simply write up a post or comment below sharing your Sundays in Bed With book. Quoted from Kate’s blog.

I am extremely late in posting this (actually back posting this). As you can see the blog was a little neglected this past week or so (there will be alot of back posting happening this week). Its spring break here for the kids so Michael and I have been chilling and taking it easy.

I didn’t get to spend the morning in bed reading because we went to church. Trying to get caught up again since we missed so much due to hockey.

If I was able to stay home to read this is what I would be reading:

I am really enjoying the book. Hopefully I will finish it and have a review up  this week.

What are you reading today?

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Season’s Box February Edition

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 I finally got my February Season’s Box. It was late in coming this time as I normally get it with in the box month.

I already knew what was in the box because as subscribers we get an email telling us what will be in the box for that month. I honestly don’t mind because they are always great products in the box.

 I love the product cards we get with the box. They are always different and unique. You can see why this box is special. On the flip side to the card is the product detail and why they love the item. This is something I love because nothing screams “purchase me” more then that. I always take recommendations when I see or read them.

 The first item I pulled out of the box is these Kala Naturals Bamboo Facial Cleansing Clothes. For some reason I feel as though I have tried these in the past from another beauty box but I am not 100% sure. I really like the idea behind these clothes because they are filled with  vitamins, organic honey, sunflower and citrus oils which are all great ingredients for your skin. Plus they cleanse, tone and remove your make up.

The clothes are also sulfate, paraben, alcohol and fragrance free. Which I love and what is also great is not only are the wipes biodegradable but you can either recycle or reuse the container. Which I will do.

 The next item I pulled out of the box right away is this Bambu Earth Sugar Cookie Body Glow. I think this by far has to be my favorite item in the box this month. It smells delicious and smells just like sugar cookies. Yum. I am sure this will be something I would repurchase again.

 I am new Rose Water and I had no clue about this or what it could do for you skin. This smells so good and just like roses. Its crafted from the distillation of premium organic Bulgarian rose petals and infused with rare organic rose essential oil.

Its great for improving complexion, reducing redness and for setting your make up. Plus the smell will instantly uplift your mood. I actually sprayed this and its so calming its like stopping to smell the flowers.

 Finally the last item is from a local company here in Montreal. Its Galerie Au Chocolat Fair Trade Bar. The company was founded here in 1985 by a Canadian Chocolatier and its now evolved into one of North America’s best source for gourmet chocolate.

I love the simple packaging of this bar. I have had these bars in the past and they are always fantastic. It says its a maple crunch bar but honestly I don’t taste any maple just a crunch with a milk chocolate. Its delicious and I wanted to eat it all in one sitting but I was good and shared it.

So that is the box for February. Its definitely worth the price I paid for it because I love everything and its always full sized items you get. This will be one subscription I end up keeping because I love what they send and you can see they are sending out items that they love and use which is nice because so many boxes put together boxes with no rhyme or reason.

What do you think of the box? Which would you say interests you the most?

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Nails By Tanya (February Edition)

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I am thrilled to have Tanya back to do another monthly nail look. She does some pretty awesome nail looks.

I was thinking of doing this as a weekly feature but I think for now I might do a monthly wrap up. February went by in a complete blurr so I wasn’t able to do it as a weekly feature and I am thinking March might also be fairly busy. What do you guys think?

This was Tanya’s first NOTW (nail of the week) picture. She used Julep polish in the shade Nora, seche vite top coat and BL matte top coat. I love how you can see the difference in the two with the design. Very nice.

The second look was for Tanya’s grad pictures and its a very nice neutral look which I think is perfect for graduation photos. Congrats Tanya.

This was in honor of Valentine’s day.

This is another Valentine’s day look as well. Alot of work went into this.

This reminds me of an Easter Egg. Very nice. Tanya used China Glaze Secret Periwinkle and Bling It On.

Do you know what the favorite of the month was? If you guess the one below you would be right. I actually like them both. Its nice to see the same look done differently.


 

Here is how you can get the same look:

What you will need:
– base coat (I use Pro-Fx from walmart)
– Dark grey polish (sally hansen – grey area)
– Black polish (OPI – I only date werewolves)
– White polish (OPI – Mummy knows best)
– light purple polish (or any light background color) (Julep – Renee)
– rhinestones or silver glitter
– gold polish
– striping tape

Directions:

1. Start by applying your basecoat and 2 layers of your outline colors. Let them dry completely.

2. Apply striping tape to form the borders of the quilted pattern.

3. Apply top color to 1 nail and remove the tape immediately after. This will give you nice lines and a 3D effect. Continue for all fingers.

4. Apply rhinestones or silver glitter to the intersecting parts of the pattern. This is optional.

5. I have a stamping plate from a seller on Etsy with the Chanel logo on it. I stamped it on with a yellow polish (Butter London – Cheeky Chops) and then outlined with a gold glitter polish (China Glaze – I’m not lion). You can also hand draw the logo with any polish and dotting tool.

6. Apply a regular or matte top coat depending on the effect you want.

What did you think? What was your favorite of the month?

Tanya thanks so much for stopping by and sharing this with us. I can’t wait to see what March will bring.

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