WonderCon 2008: Spicy Brown's Tofu Robot Goods


Updated 08/21/08 11:09 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 8 comments

Spicy Brown and Tofu Robot at Wondercon

Making my way around WonderCon's expo floor was a pain in the neck — literally. I had to keep an eye out for all those awesome costumes, which meant straining my neck left and right all weekend! So it was a nice break coming across the booth of Spicy Brown — the home of these super cute Tofu Robot figures ($20) as well as some geek chic tees and accessories. I was in a geeky fashion heaven. Read more

Join Us at the Table For a Virtual Thanksgiving Feast!


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Virtual Thanksgiving Feast

Can't wait for Turkey Day to be here, already? Well, then you've lucked out, because this year, Thanksgiving's come early — online, at least. Food Network's brought together some of the country's top food outlets for a virtual holiday feast. From cocktails and appetizers to main dishes and desserts, this meal's got it all — and each recipe is one that you can re-create yourself at home. Given Read more

Thai Omelet in Coconut Curry Broth


Updated 11/11/11 11:25 AM · Posted by OnSugar Blog · 4 comments

Thai Omelet in Coconut Curry Broth Recipe

Inspired by a trip to a local farmers market, Fresh Tart whips up a quick version of a food-stand favorite: the coconut curry Thai omelet. My son Nathan and I spent our summer Sundays eating our way through Kingfield Farmers Market. We did it last summer too and got in such a fun groove of eating together, visiting with friends, and stocking up on all of our favorite treats for the week. It's Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Spicy Barley and Rice


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Vegetarian Recipe For Brown Rice With Barley and Spinach

With the addition of vegetables, barley, and lots of fragrant seasonings, brown rice, normally accustomed to being a staple side, suddenly finds itself in the main dish spotlight. What makes this brown rice a hearty vegetarian meal are the layers of flavor and variety of textures. While fresh thyme and spicy chipotles in adobo may not be the most obvious of food pairings, when tossed with the Read more

Hats Off to Maple Syrup For Its Many Health Benefits


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Health Benefits of Maple Syrup

When you need a sweetener, what do you turn to? Honey, agave nectar, or maybe just plane ole sugar? I'm far from being this "freaky" eater, but my sweetener of choice is organic, Grade A maple syrup. Aside from smothering pancakes and waffles in this delicious brown syrup, maple syrup is a very versatile sweetener. I like adding it to yogurt, oatmeal, or apple sauce, but you can also use it in Read more

Baked Costa Rican Style Tilapia With Pineapples, Black Beans, and Rice


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Costa Rican Tilapia Recipe

Next time you're in the mood for some Latin cooking, branch out with this sweet and sour Costa Rican tilapia recipe, courtesy of Cooking in Pajamas. Even those people who do not like fish will love this recipe! There is not a hint of "fishy-ness" in this dish. Tilapia is a beautiful, meaty, yet mild fish. By marinating it in a flavorful mix of citrus juices, cilantro and garlic, you are adding Read more

Soy by Any Other Name: A Nutritional Comparison


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Nutritional Comparison of Edamame, Soy Milk, Tofu, and Tempeh

Soy is one of the most versatile ingredients; it can be eaten whole or ground, fermented, and formed into various ingredients for nutritious and healthy cooking. Not only that, but it's also high in protein and fiber and contains less fat than its animal counterparts, so it's a no-brainer for people who want to eat less meat. Want to know how different forms of soy compare in both taste and Read more

Screw-the-Snow Fish Tacos


Updated 04/04/11 6:06 AM · Posted by OnSugar Blog · 8 comments

Gluten-Free Fish Taco Recipe

Not quite feeling like Spring yet in your neck of the woods? Don't despair. Rather, follow in Fresh Tart's footsteps and cheer yourself up with gluten-free fish tacos! The weather, I promised myself I would not talk about the weather. But forget it man, this is Minnesota, and we talk about the weather.  So here it is: It rained ice last night, as John and I were on our way from not one but two Read more

8 Fun Ways to Stay Cool on a Dime


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8 Fun Ways to Stay Cool on a Dime

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Someone once said that girls don’t sweat—they glisten. Well, that person was wrong . . . But staying cool is hard, especially in the summer heat. So, what’s a girl to do? One option, obviously, is to ratchet up the air conditioning. But turning the dial to a cooler temperature comes with a price, and overcooling your Read more

Gym Bag Essential: Skinnyskinny Dry Shampoo


Updated 03/21/11 1:03 PM · Posted by Heather Dale · 5 comments

Use Dry Shampoo After Workouts to Prevent Drying Out Your Hair

I've got wavy, long, and thick wild tresses, which, needless to say, isn't the easiest to manage post-workout. I try my best to skip washing my hair every day to prevent damage, but I love the feeling of squeaky clean hair. Even when I attempt to just rinse my hair with water, I may throw in a bit of conditioner to make my hair smell like a bouquet of fresh flowers. For those of you like me who Read more