A modern edge in the kitchen. – The Checkered Chef’s Stainless Steel and Silicone Utensils.

I am a big fan of stainless in the kitchen. It is such a durable material, and so easy to keep clean. Unfortunately, not all pans love stainless. So this silicone/nylon and 18/10 stainless combination is perfect. Aesthetically, I love the modern, clean look. You get 1 holder, 1 spatula, 1 tongs, 1 slotted spoon, 1 spoon, and 1 ladle in this set. I love the stainless holder with the square cut outs. It is really sharp looking, and pretty sturdy as well. There is even room for more cooking utensils in this container as well. Which I find very handy. All of the tools are stainless but the ends have a thick coating of silicone coated nylon on them. They are all a good usable size and are comfortable to hold and use. The tongs do not have a lot of resistance built into them. They are very easy to use, and grip well. Even though you get the holder, each utensil even has a loop to hang them from. I am personally not a utensil hanger, lol, so I am loving the actual holder. Only the very tips of the utensils are soft. Just shy of the edge of the utensil is just silicone coated nylon, but the actual body is solid with the interior stainless body. These are full size, quality made cooking utensils. Overall, there are all approx.. 13” tall. They are even a good size for a man’s hand. They say the nylon gives the strength for the coating, while the silicone give the utensil a strong heat resistance, so there won’t be any worry of it melting. Silicone has a very high heat tolerance rating. I have a set of pans that have a ceramic nonstick coating on them. I love them, and this set of cooking utensils ae perfect for my pans. They are gentle on the finish, but are very sturdy utensils, and do not bend or flex on me. The can handle any meal you throw at them.

I was afforded the opportunity to review the Checkered Chef’s Stainless Steel and Silicone Utensils with Metal Holder, at a reduced cost, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.

If you would like to purchase this product, it can be found here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Checkered-Stainless-Silicone-Cookware-Dishwasher/dp/B01A7QSSZK?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Time to be louder! – Pyle Voice Amplifier PA MP3 Bluetooth Speaker.

Sometimes you just need to be a little louder. This new toy from Pyle will definitely let you do that to. It is a small, and lightweight personal amplifier, Bluetooth player, recorder, and FM radio. You will get 1 charging cable, 1 unit, and 1 headset in your package. Do not lose the charging cable, it is not a micro USB cable. Once it’s charged up, it’s fairly easy to use. It pairs very quickly as Pyle Audio and no code is needed to pair. It gets really loud, lol. Be careful not to get the microphone close to the amplifier. You will get this deafening high pitched squeal sound; it’s horrible! This unit has a belt clip on it for easy carry. So, you can walk around with the headset on, and have the freedom of your hands. If you are using this as an amplifier to give a class, or a presentation, you can still use your hands to show displays or go over charts and graphs. The Bluetooth mode plays your music, or audio books quite well. There are buttons to go back or forth through your playlist. The volume control is the on/off turning knob on the top of the unit. The mode button is the multipurpose button. Press and hold it to change the mode. It does tell you what mode, plus it displays the mode on the LCD screen, on the front of it. You can also save your radio stations to designated buttons, on the front of the unit. If you supply your own micro SD card, you can record and playback on it too. You can also play your own music from your micro SD card. My husband loves to sing, so he is definitely using it for Karaoke as well. The FM radio is by far my least favorite feature on this unit. The volume control isn’t great on this machine. It’s easy to get it very loud, and almost off, lol, but in-between is not that doable. Especially with the radio. There is an antenna to pull out which does help with the FM reception. As a PA system, I think it works great. It’s loud and clear. The headset is lightweight and comfortable on. It is also very adjustable too. They have an FCC disclaimer on their ad, and let’s just say, I’m not happy about all the control there is on everything nowadays, lol. So, Here is their disclaimer:

“ Consumer Alert: Most users do not need a license to operate this wireless microphone system. Nevertheless, operating this microphone system without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems, and these rules are subject to change. For more information, call the FCC at 1-888- CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCC’s wireless microphone website at http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones.”

Overall, this is a great personal PA system. It’s fun to sing on, especially since you can record. You can’t go wrong with Bluetooth either. You can’t beat it for the price.

I was afforded the opportunity to review Pyle Voice Amplifier PA MP3 Bluetooth Speaker for Tour Guides Rechargeable and waste Clip, at a reduced cost, in Exchange for an unbiased and honest review.

If you would like to purchase this unit, it can be found here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-Amplifier-Bluetooth-Speaker-Rechargeable/dp/B01C5RL8K6?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Beauty in a cup. – VizCása’s 8 Ounce Double-Wall Insulated Glass Coffee & Tea Mug.

Ok, I have to admit, I am a fan of VizCasa’s cups. I have a few of them and I love them. The construction is top notch. I like to describe their aesthetics as simplified beauty. They are simply beautiful cups, and they function just as well. This mug is and 8oz mug. You can pour about 6oz in here comfortably without having to worry about it overflowing. It is a double walled, insulated glass cup. It is microwave safe and freezer safe. You can put it on the top shelf of a dishwasher, but they strongly recommend hand washing it. I have only ever hand washed mine. The double walled insulation works well. It does not build up condensation, and your hands do not get hot holding a hot cup of coffee either. It is comfortable to hold and use. The edges are well rounded, and this cup is quite comfy on the lips. It will soon become a favorite in your home. I think it’s the perfect size for espresso, specialty teas and even juice in the morning. I am very comfortable recommending this product. Just be careful washing it. I just dropped mine cleaning it, and it shattered in my sink. I was so upset, because I really love this mug.

I was afforded the opportunity to review VizCása’s 8 Ounce Double-Wall Insulated Glass Coffee & Tea Mug Cup, at a reduced cost, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review. This product arrives as shown.

If you would like to purchase this product, it can be found here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/VizC%C3%A1sa-Double-Wall-Insulated-Coffee-Individual/dp/B00X2NYRFQ?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Portion control – Fit Simple- 7 Piece Portion Control Containers.

This fun set of containers is a set of 7 from Fit Simple. Besides food storage, and traveling with food, their purpose is for portion control. A lot of diets have portion sizing. That can be hard to do, so people like to use containers like these to help manage their lunches for work, on the go, and even at home. This set has locking lids, but they can be tricky to do. When locked properly, these are also leak proof, which is highly handy. The lids literally push down, and lock into place. The trick is, getting all four tabs to lock in. I can always get three, but the 4^th is a little harder. Hopefully they will get easier with use. You just need to push down hard on each corner, and you will hear and see that they are popped in. When they aren’t, you can see one corner sit up higher than the others. There is no not knowing with this set. That I like, especially when storing liquid items. Opening them is a breeze. You literally just push in the grey tabs, and the lid comes right off. The sizes of these containers are: “Vegetables- 10oz. , Fruit- 10oz. , Protein- 6oz. , Carbs- 4.25oz. , Health Fats- 2oz. , Nuts, Seeds and Oils- 1oz.” The names of the foods are printed right on the lids. I like how they broke the sizes down with food ideas. I find it very helpful. These containers are BPA free, DEHP-free, and dishwasher safe. You will get a little flyer with this set that gives you a recipe too. If you are on a diet that requires strict portions, these will be very helpful. Calorie counting will still be up to you though.

I was afforded the opportunity to review Fit Simple- 7 Piece Portion Control Containers, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.

If you would like to purchase this product, it can be found here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Simple-Portion-Containers-Comparable-Included/dp/B011X7G9IA?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Yea, food storage! – Be-Lighthouse’s Portion Control Food Containers with Lids.

I love the containers that have locking lids, like these. I have a knack of dropping things, and I have been known to knock a container or two out of the fridge. That always creates such a mess. The same goes with traveling with food. I’ve sent food with my guys when they head out for work and I’ve had to hear back about lids coming off, and food leaking in their cars. That is always a messy and smelly scenario, which is also never a fun experience. This set contains three containers: 1-41oz, 1-17oz, and 1-6oz container. They are leak proof, microwaveable safe, dishwasher safe, and freezer safe. I had no trouble filling mine with water and shaking them all about either. Not one drip leaked out. The lids lock down on all sides. They are simple to do. If you are on a special diet, and need to know your portion sizes, the smaller two will be perfect for lunch on the go. There are no BPA worries with these containers either. They are also FDA approved, which I always find funny when you’re dealing with containers. They are also air tight, which helps keep your food fresher, for a longer period of time. If you are looking for a solid set of leak proof containers, I am comfortable recommending these.

I was afforded the opportunity to review Be-Lighthouse’s Portion Control Food Containers with Lids, at a reduced cost, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.

If you would like to purchase these containers, you can find it here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Portion-Control-Containers-Microwave-Dishwasher/dp/B015H4OXFG?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

You can never go wrong with The Punisher Skull by K9Kings.

My husband loves the Punisher symbol. It is a pretty cool symbol after all. This particular vinyl has an added touch to it, the thin blue line. With all the unthinkable violence towards our police nowadays, it’s nice to be able to show them a little support. And this is such an easy way to do it too. We like the colors in this Punisher symbol. The grey stripes are actually reflective as well. This is an added safety touch, and adds to the coolness factor at night. This Punisher Skull measures out at 5 ¾ “ x 4 ¼ “ with my ruler, so it’s a tad larger than the measurements given. This is rated for outdoors, so it is weatherproof. Make sure your smooth flat surface is clean before you adhere it. You can place it on anything you want to that has a smooth surface, not just your car. We also put vinyls on our laptops. It is a 3M decal, and a nice quality. Mine arrived in perfect condition, nice and flat with no wrinkles. It lives up to what I am used to, and what I was expecting. To top it off, this Punisher sticker is sold by a Veteran and Family run business. Overall, I am really happy with this product, and so is my husband.

I was afforded the opportunity to review K9King’s Punisher Skull 5.5 x 4 Inch Tattered Subdued Us Flag Reflective Decal with Thin Blue Line, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.

If you would like to purchase this product, you can find it here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Punisher-Skull-Tattered-Subdued-Reflective/dp/B01CN5FMX4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

A great antioxidant. – Think Remedy’s Aged Black Garlic.

I am not new to taking garlic. I’ve taken it before when my health wasn’t at its best. It’s most definitely a helpful supplement. I’ve been taking this bottle for a week now. I really needed it too. I’ve had 3 anaphylactic reactions this past week, and they have kicked my butt. This supplement is helping me stave away infection from my tightly closed airways. It happens all the time, and taking this helps my body rebound a lot faster than without. The dosage of this Black Aged Garlic is 2 capsules daily. The capsules are slender, and easy to get down. They do not bother my stomach in the least. I love, love, love the smell of garlic, so I enjoy taking them. This aged black garlic is a strong antioxidant. That is why I take it. They state it can help you maintain a healthier blood pressure and cholesterol level. I do not have those issues personally, but as a strong antioxidant, it has worked well for me. There is 800mg of Aged Black Garlic in each serving, as well as 1.2mg of S-Allyl-Cysteine. This helps the garlic maintain its antioxidant properties. The non-essential ingredients include rice concentrate and the capsule, which is made out of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose. Another fantastic aspect of this antioxidant is that it is proudly, GMO free!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love that, and I look for that in everything I take. This product is also 100% North American Garlic, processed in Wisconsin. I am really happy with this product as an antioxidant, and I am comfortable recommending it.

I was afforded the opportunity to review Think Remedy’s Aged Black Garlic, at a reduced cost, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.

If you would like to purchase this product, it can be found here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Aged-Black-Garlic-Capsules-Cholesterol/dp/B019XHYV50?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

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Month: April 2016