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    5 Small Kitchen Appliances You Shouldn't Live Without!

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    Anna Yu on Jan 15, 2009 9:24 AM PST
    Was your new year's resolution to eat healthier, stop eating out so much, or just plain save money? Whether you're making your own coffee in the morning or only eating out once a week, every little bit counts. Buying a breadmaker and using it on a regular basis will save you $200 a year (compared to buying a $4 loaf of bread every week). Best part is, you'll know exactly what the ingredients are and can tailor any recipe to your liking. You probably have your own coffee maker, but do you have a coffee grinder? Stop buying ground coffee that goes stale before you finish the bag. Get coffee beans and grind just enough for a cup or two (or five) for delicious and fresh tasting coffee. Take a look at the slideshow for more kitchen electrics that'll have you living more healthfully while spending less!
    Tags : toaster , oven , kitchen , home , coffee

    Super Last Minute Gift Ideas- You Won't Even Need To Leave ...

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    Anna Yu on Dec 24, 2008 9:22 AM PST
    You've got less than a day before Christmas and you're still not done shopping for everyone on your list? Honestly, I don't blame you. Between the horrible weather and crowded malls, I didn't want to step outside to do my holiday shopping either. That's why I've come up with some great last minute gift ideas that you don't have to leave the house in order to get! If you have any coffee lovers in your life, they'll definitely love you in the mornings with their gourmet Blue Bottle Coffee subscription. You can also get crafty by downloading and printing out a 2009 calendar to give to all your friends and family. For more last minute gift ideas, check out my slideshow!

    Wake Up With A Festive Holiday Brunch!

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    Greta on Nov 23, 2008 10:23 AM PST
    The holiday season is officially upon us. Even though Thanksgiving is still a few days away, my last trip to the mall was overwhelmed with visions of tinsel, Christmas trees, and giant metallic gift boxes, all reminding me that I better get started on that gift list of mine. This season, however, instead of waking up early and spending your vacation time rushing from store to store, consider sleeping in and indulging in a relaxing holiday-themed brunch. What you serve is completely up to you, but Stylehive has some festive items that will be sure to turn your breakfast from same-old to spectacular. Caffeine is almost always a morning essential, especially after egg nog-filled nights, so serve up some espresso in this candy red colored stove top espresso maker. With its cute color and retro feel, you might just be tempted to keep it out on display all year long. Snowflake-shaped pancakes would be another fun addition to brunch, for both the kids and the grown-up crowd. This molded skillet from Crate & Barrel makes it possible to turn your favorite breakfast treat in this cool holiday shape. For many more ideas on ways to start your season off with a festive brunch, check out my SLIDESHOW and search the Hive.

    Gourmet Gift Baskets For The Foodies In Your Life!

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    Anna Yu on Nov 21, 2008 10:25 AM PST
    Do you have friends who can tell the difference between Alaskan and Scottish smoked salmon? Or family members who always know which 4-star restaurants are the best in town? Give them the best of the best this holiday season with some gourmet food gifts that will tickle their fancy. For the sweet tooth in your life, take a look at this mouthwatering set of truffles and hand-cut chocolates. This appetizer gift set is perfect for friends or family who love to entertain. For more delicious gifts for the foodies in your life, sample my slideshow!

    And The Winner Of The NESCAFE Dolce Gusto Coffee Machine Is...

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    Lisanne Silverman on Nov 7, 2008 12:18 PM PST
    Well, if this past week's NESCAFE Dolce Gusto contest was any indication, you Hivers might just love your caffeine as much as you love shopping! Fine by me. In order to win the super cool coffee system that I've been ogling ever since it landed in our office, we asked you to tell us why you're the biggest coffee connoisseur. Some of you shared sweet memories associated with your favorite steaming drinks, while others gave interesting interpretations of what coffee meant to them, and one thing's for sure- I'll never look at coffee the same way again. Curious to see who won? Read on to find out!

    Enter To Win A NESCAFE Dolce Gusto Coffee Machine!

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    Lisanne Silverman on Nov 3, 2008 8:22 AM PST
    Trends come and go, and each season, you're sure to see a different handbag style dangling from the arms of fashionable folk everywhere, but one thing remains the same, and that's the ubiquitous coffee cup that seems permanently affixed to their palms. But saving up for the aforementioned handbag is going to take a lot longer if you're stopping at Dunkin' Donuts for your caffeine fix every morning, so we're going to suggest something revolutionary- make your own! If that ancient Mr. Coffee just isn't doing it for you, allow us to introduce you to the new NESCAFE Dolce Gusto. This contemporary single-cup coffee system is not just a coffee maker- it's a coffee machine. Whether your morning fuel consists of a straight black Arabica roast, an espresso, or a cafe mocha, Gusto can accommodate your tastes, and is even equipped to serve up frothy, coffeehouse-quality cappuccinos, lattes, macchiatos, and iced drinks. Sure, that means one more decision to make early in the morning (after "boots or flats," of course), but when convenience looks and tastes this good, it's something we're willing to wrap our heads- and hands- around. Available in sleek red, white, and black, the Gusto is certain to become your favorite accessory for seasons to come, and one lucky Hiver is going to get one for free! Read on for the contest rules!
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