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Rubbermaid Brilliance Line-Making Food Storage Easier

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Disclosure: This is not compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Before I discovered Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE products, I had to open containers just to see what was in there. Lids were a pain to open. Containers would leak in my lunch bag or the fridge and stacking them was awkward because most of my collection was mismatched. It got to the point I didn’t bring my lunch to work anymore because I didn’t want anyone to see my stained, crappy looking containers. Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE came along just in time. After using them for a few weeks, I think they are quite possibly the best containers I’ve ever had. Here’s why:

  • Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE containers are crystal clear and made of stain resistant material. You can even see through the lid! With 360-degree clarity, you never have to wonder what’s inside.
  • I absolutely love the lids. They are designed to be airtight and leak-proof. They also come with these nifty latches that are easy to open and close. Even for arthritis sufferers like me! The latches also double as vents for splatter-resistant microwaving.
  • Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE comes in five sizes and is also available in multi-piece sets that stack perfectly in the fridge!
  • You ever heard of BPA? Apparently, it’s a chemical that’s been used in the manufacturing of certain plastics since the 60s… There’s been some research that’s shown BPA can seep into food and beverages especially when the plastic is heated in the microwave or dishwasher. Although low levels of exposure are considered safe by the FDA, there are still concerns of possible health effects on the brain, fetuses, infants, and children. It’s also been linked to high blood pressure. I don’t know about you but the idea of chemicals seeping into my food is very unappealing. Thankfully, Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE is made of heat resistant BPA free materials so no worries here!

Now that I have a nice new set of containers, I don’t mind bringing my lunch to work. I’ve been eating healthier and saving money. Snacking on fresh raw vegetables and fruits throughout the day keeps my hunger at bay and helps me be less hungry in the evenings when I’m more likely to eat things I shouldn’t. I’ve even lost a few pounds and I’m loving it!

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Wilton Teams Up with Dylan Candy Bar

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A few months ago, I attended an event in New York to highlight the new collaborations between Dylan’s Candy and Wilton. This is a great duo and it will bring you lots of fun stuff during the fall season and holidays.

Why did Dylan Candy partner with Wilton Brands

I’ve always loved Wilton and discovering new, interesting treat ideas. I’m drawn to the idea of combining homemade creations and candy in unexpected ways. This line is a great nod to that. We’re even taking it a step further with items that also “look” like candy, like gumball machine shaped cake toppers. That’s really what makes it double the fun. Life is supposed to be full of sweet surprises.

How was this created

It was great  being involved in every step from the initial concept to the actual creation of the product. The colors, the design, the final aesthetics—it’s all important to me. I love working with different members of the team and talking through interesting ideas. I like to listen to lots of opinions so we can create the best products possible.

 

My Favorite Products

It’s so hard to choose, but I absolutely love the Candy Apron Kitchen Set, the Sprinkles Tacklebox and the Cake Decorating Kits. They all feel very characteristic of our brand. We’re all about merging the worlds of art, fashion and pop culture with candy—I think these products do the trick. I also love the Sugar Sheets because you can apply our “candyspill” pattern right to a cupcake!

These products inspire creativity

There are so many ways! We hope that the collection inspires bakers and candy lovers to have a ton of fun in the kitchen. Whether it’s decorating a box of cupcakes and adding some fun wrappers or making an entire cake, the beauty is that you can also share what you’ve made and inspire someone else. You can move your creativity forward!

Check out the line at Michael’s stores here

Dylan’s Candy Bar was founded in 2001 by Dylan Lauren with a mission to awaken the creative spirit and inner child in everyone. Renowned for merging the worlds of art, fashion and pop culture with candy, Dylan’s Candy Bar is the pioneer in changing the way we see candy today. As the largest state-of-the-art sweets emporium and candy lifestyle brand, Dylan’s Candy Bar is not your average “candy store.” The modern day candy land is home to over 7,000 candies from around the world, making it the most popular destination for the ultimate sugar rush experience. For more information about Dylan’s Candy Bar, visit www.DylansCandyBar.com and follow them @DylansCandyBar.

Back To School Cooking Made Easy With T-Fal Fryer

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Deep Fat fryers are an excellent addition to the kitchen and they allow you to do a lot more with your culinary skills than shallow frying does. Deep fat fryers are excellent for making homemade chips, making doughnuts and other fried foods, and all a lot more safely than other methods of frying your food.

If this is your first time buying a deep fat fryer, or you need to replace your old model, this blog  is designed for you. We have put together, as usual, some of the best products currently available to buy and carefully broken down each and every feature, even the bad ones, so that you know exactly what you’re buying and whether or not it will fit your needs.

I have broken down the key product for you so that you can see a great fryer and how it will be able to make your life easier.

Key Features

Gives you a huge 3.5 litre oil capacity and a 2.65 pound food capacity
Most of the parts are dishwasher safe to make it easy to clean and maintain.

Runs a powerful 1700 watts to give you supreme control over the frying of your foods and temperature.

Two basket positions for cooking and draining to limit oil spillage.

Immersed heating element that helps to quickly recover oil heat for professional and healthier results.

Patented EZ Clean oil-filtration system that is easy to clean, saves money and stores oil to reuse.

Stainless steel body for stability, safety, and easy maintenance and cleaning.

Removable oil tray for storage and easy cleaning.

Stainless steel interior for proper temperature maintenance and easy maintenance and cleaning.

Has an adjustable thermostat for full control.

Handles are made from specialized plastic to stop them from gaining any heat.

PROS

The large, 3.5 litre capacity, as well as the 2.65 pound food capacity, allows you plenty of room to fry larger foods

The high power of the T-fal FR8000 allows you full control over the temperature and ensures that the oil temperature will be maintained as well as possible.

The heatproof handle ensures safety throughout frying and limits the risk of burns.

Most parts of the deep fat fryer are removable and dishwasher safe, making cleaning up easier and faster than ever.

The immersed heating element quickly recovers oil heat to maintain the temperature throughout cooking.

The stainless steel body and interior makes for easy cleaning and much a much safer cooking environment, maintaining temperature much better than non stick versions.

The patented EZ clean filtration system saves money by allowing you to store and reuse oil, and is much easier to clean than other options available on the market.

The T-Fal fryer is a is an excellent deep fat fryer to get you started. With incredible features that make it easy to clean and much safer, it’s perfect for both beginners and experienced fry cooks. Although there are some issues with spillage and a shallow oil level, this deep fat fryer can serve a large number of uses and will serve you well as a deep fat fryer in the kitchen and even in a professional and busier kitchen as long as you follow the instructions properly.

This deep fat fryer is an excellent option for your kitchen, and will serve you with everything that you need to make a huge range of delicious, deep fried food for you and your family.