Tag: cooking

Fun Food

Nomiku: Sous Vide for Everyone

Sous vide is one of those things I’ve always wanted to try, but assumed I’d never be able to. For those uninitiated, sous vide consists of cooking food in water at a low temperature (less than boiling). Many items are placed in vacuum-sealed bags and may need to cook for […]

Geeky Fashion, Gift Ideas

Tactical Apron

In other badass apron news, we have this amazing thing. Whether you’re cooking for an army, the apocalypse, or just want to be prepared for your barbecue, you’ll be set. Add some cooking utensils to the apron for a great all-in-one gift! Tactical BBQ Apron, $34.99 at ThinkGeek.com.  

Fun Food

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,” has a different recipe based on each episode of the first six seasons of the reboot (starting in 2005). The recipes vary from a cocktail served in an […]

News

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, […]

Entertaining, Geek Etiquette

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 […]

Geeky Fashion

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 […]

Fun Food

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 […]

Gift Ideas

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 […]

Gift Ideas

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 […]