Check out this cute infographic! I’m oddly proud of the fact that I already own some of these things. My fave being the 8-Bit Oven Mitt
The Geek’s Guide To Cooking
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Doctor Who Cookbook
You thought you were a Doctor Who fan? Check out Chris-Rachael Oseland. Her unauthorized Doctor Who cookbook, “Dining With The Doctor
This cookbook can help you put together the perfect Doctor Who feast before the next episode comes out, and with 2-day shipping or the Kindle version, you can still get it in time for the Christmas special!
I foresee a Doctor Who brunch in my future. It’ll include Slitheen eggs, the Family of Blood(y Mary), and a Cinnamon Pull-Apart Crack in the Wall. Delicious!
Dining with the Doctor: The Unauthorized Whovian Cookbook, $19.99 for Paperback, $7.99 for Kindle edition at Amazon.com
A pdf copy of Dining with the Doctor was provided to me to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Tara’s a “Cooking Superstar!”
I’m pleased to be Cut Out and Keep‘s “Cooking Superstar” of the week! Each day this week they’ll be showcasing one of my cupcake recipes. I picked out a bunch of my favorites, so if you’re new to the blog or want a refresher on some of the best cupcakes, keep checking back!
Disney Inspired Aprons
Channel Cinderella (or a variety of other Disney princesses) next time you have to do the chores or cook–I dare you NOT to prance around singing “In My Own Little Corner” while wearing this.
These aprons are available in LoverDoverClothing’s Etsy shop and range in price from $22-$39.50. They’d make great holiday gifts, and if you’re lucky, the recipient may just bake you a batch of “Thank You” cookies.
See more at Etsy.com and let me know which apron is your favorite!
(A big thanks to Thomas for sending this my way!)
Fun Aprons From Woot.com
Woot.com has introduced “Now You’re Cooking,” a week of kitchen-themed tees, aprons, totes and hoodies. Their aprons ($14) will make you the coolest person in your kitchen with designs like Top Chief, Bake It So, and The Binge.
I’m personally loving the Types of Cake tote. It’s cute, punny, practical, and only $12.
Take a look at all of their offerings here, but hurry: the sale ends on Sunday!
Geeky Cooking Shows
One of the ultimate “Geeky Hostess” tasks is creating food based on your favorite book, game, or movie. These two newer YouTube channels will help you create some masterpieces and entertain you in the process!
Feast of Fiction
Jimmy, Ashley and friends guide you through recipes from and inspired by the best in geek culture. So far this has included Sunlight Souffle from Skyrim, Butterbeer from Harry Potter, and the Minecraft cake. I can’t wait to see what they do next!
Cinema and Spice
Cinema and Spice will take a film and show you recipes, decorating tips, and even makeover/gifting tips all in the same theme. The co-hosts, Natasha and Julianna are a great combo: Natasha is a professionally trained chef, and Julianna is a USC film school grad. The films they’ve already covered include Annie Hall, Raising Arizona, Spirited Away, The Importance of Being Earnest, and How The Grinch Stole Christmas.
Do you have a favorite cooking show? What geeky food are you planning on tackling next?
The GH Wishlist: Uncommon Goods
The Geeky Hostess will be posting her holiday wishlists at some of her favorite online shops over the next week. Use them as a guide to creating your own holiday wish list or find the perfect gift for the geeky host(ess) in your life!
Uncommon Goods is a newer find for me. They have collection of host(ess) gifts and home decor, and it’s all different enough to be cool, but not geeky enough to scare some of the friends and family away. See what made my wishlist from the site:
Distortion Candlesticks, $24.00.
Candlesticks make every dinner party a bit more complete, and these ones will be perfect for those Willy Wonka/Mad Hatter/Salvador Dali parties.
Sneaker Customization Kit, $45.00.
Now I can make my own geeky shoes/sneakers!
Index Cutting Boards, $80.00.
These cutting boards will always be handy in their stainless steel case, and you’ll be able to make sure your food is safe (and vegetarian-friendly) with indexed boards for raw meat, seafood, cooked food, and veggies.
Rainbow Hors D’oeuvres Set, $44.00.
This hors d’oeuvres set displays your treats in an easy, accessible, and classy way. Mini cake pops and truffles would look fantastic here!
Theory of Relativity Kindle Case, $50.00.
When I carry my Kindle around in this baby, people are going to think I’m doing something way more intelligent than reading Tina Fey’s Bossypants
What I’m Giving:
I Can’t Sleep Journal, $16.00.
My friends are known for coming up with great ideas. And luckily, most of them act on them and create some really neat projects. This journal would be perfect for them to have on their bedside for when those late-night ideas strike.
Pick up something for your uncommon friends at Uncommongoods.com.
The GH Wishlist: Vat19
The Geeky Hostess will be posting her holiday wishlists at some of her favorite online shops over the next week. Use them as a guide to creating your own holiday wish list or find the perfect gift for the geeky host(ess) in your life!
Vat 19 claims to be “Purveyors of Curiously Awesome Products,” and that they are. Between their fun products and awesome marketing videos, I’m in love. Here are a few items from them that have made my wishlist:
PAC-MAN Pot Holder, $14.99.
It’s geeky, it’s a pot holder, it’s dishwasher safe, and it has an awesome embossed inside to keep your grip. One please.
Ice Cream Scoop and Stack, $15.99.
The scoop and stack allows you to make really nice, neat cylindrical scoops of ice scream. This makes desserts look extra neat, and allows you to meld multiple flavors of ice cream together into one cylindrical dessert. Nifty!
Cooking Guide Apron, $24.99.
It happens often that I’ll be in the middle of cooking and will need to run out to look something up online. With this apron, I’d have tons of kitchen tips at hand! The apron includes a glossary, measurement index, average cooking times, and tips on how to best prepare food. Plus, it’s all written upside down so you can grab it and reference it easily!
Skeleton Key Bottle Opener, $9.99.
You’ve already learned I love skeleton keys, so this bottle opener key chain would be perfect for me. It’s cute and functional!
Giant Gummy Bear on a Stick, $9.99-$11.99.
You can’t make a purchase off of Vat19 and NOT order some sort of giant gummy candy, can you? Didn’t think so.
What I’m Giving:
Flying Wish Paper, $8.99-$14.99.
I think this would make a fantastic New Year’s Eve gift/activity. Make your wish as the clock is about to strike midnight, and watch it drift away!
Edible Spray Paint
Icing and sprinkles not enough for your baked goods? Chicken not looking shiny enough? Give some metallic, edible spray paint a try.
ESSLACK has metallic gold, silver, pink, and blue paints available for € 24,80.
Not in Germany? You can also order Kosher Chefmaster Edible Spray
These spray paints can be used to cover a full edible ensemble or can be used with stencils to add a fun decoration to whatever you’re making.
What would you cover with edible spray paint?
Cooking Comically
Feeling a bit uninspired on what to make for dinner tonight? Then you’ll love Cooking Comically. The recipes look tasty, the artwork/directions are a lot of fun, and I think I could even get the husband to cook with me.
Check out their recipe for The Bananarama, and then visit their blog!
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