Is there anything worse than having to call customer service multiple times in one day!? Resulting in nothing but hours wasted on getting stuff back to normal, back to how it was intended to function/perform…Ugh. #firstworldproblems That’s how last Tuesday went. I very likely have less patience than a two-year old when it’s comes to calling customer [Read more >>]
Grape Poppers
Awkward moments. Life is filled with them. This seems especially true in my life. Maybe it’s me… It’s Thursday afternoon, I’m stuck in traffic. I tend to look at every car around me. I like to see what other people are doing/not doing. (I think it’s me.) Did I mention I’m a fairly nosy person? [Read more >>]
S’more Grahamwiches
4th of July…it’s approaching. And all too fast, because apparently MotherNatureMinneapolis can’t seem to get it’s act together. Somedays I feel like I live in Seattle, except for the brief period I was in Austin for the BlogHer Food Conference (more on that later). Enough complaining, because I truly can’t wait until July arrives. That means [Read more >>]
Chocolate Stout {Guinness} Cake Truffles
Chocolate Stout Cake Truffles (or Beer Balls if you ask the guys at work). If this doesn’t scream of a man-dessert, not sure what will.
Guinness is used in the cake and the frosting. Then everything is combined together to form one pop-able, slightly bitter, chocolately, creamy cake truffle.
Okay, I’m fairly certain that Nutter Butter’s are the most universal cookie – in the world. Seriously, I’ve seen them used to make everything from reindeer to high heels. Not to mention, they taste dang good dipped in chocolate. I’ve decided to compile all of the ideas that other bloggers, crafters, and I have made [Read more >>] Hello! I just wanted to share some last minute, cute ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week! I thought I would include a few of the best ideas that I’ve seen from around the web and compile them into one post for ya! I’ve also made several free printables: (If you need a little help or instructions, [Read more >>] Strawberry cake, golden oreos, lemon zest, cream cheese, and vanilla candiquik. In that order. Oh yes. This recipe was inspired by Courtney from Pizzazzerie. She created the infamous Red Velvet Oreo Truffle Bars. Hubba hubba. So I played off of hers and made a Spring/Summer version. Or a version for anyone who isn’t a huge [Read more >>] Before we get to the good stuff I want you to see what we’re dealing with here. Two things that go together like peanut butter and jelly, salt n’ pepper, spaghetti & meatballs, Bonnie and Clyde. You get the drift. Candy Making for Kids by Courtney Dial Whitmore + CandiQuik Candy Coatings Meet Courtney. Not [Read more >>] So, it happens to be that it is cold outside. Surprise, surprise Minnesota. What does that have to do with anything? Well, I’m glad you asked, because I couldn’t find a dang candy thermometer in the kitchen to save my life. Nor did I really want to go out into the cold to buy a new one. (I’m officially talking [Read more >>] Let’s talk. You and I… I, like most of you, feel like I am always running, rushing, in a hurry to get somewhere, to do something. Whether it’s rushing to work or trying to beat traffic, trying to get to the gym after work. Not to mention trying to get a parking spot at the gym, ugh. Then rushing [Read more >>] 40 Sweet Treats made using Nutter Butters!
Best Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas
Strawberry Lemon Truffle Cake
Candy Making for Kids & CandiQuik Giveaway!
Homemade *Shamrock* Marshmallows
Chocolate Caramel Swirl Cracker Candy