Get in Gear: A Camping Stove is a MUST!


Updated 08/09/07 2:55 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

Get in Gear:  A Camping Stove is a MUST!

Just because you are "roughing it" in the woods with your tent and sleeping bag does NOT mean you must be stuck eating only trail mix. Having a camping stove is a necessity when campground camping. I definitely wouldn't truck this stove around while backpacking, but if you're driving to your campsite, you can pack whatever you want. This Coleman 2-Burner Propane Stove has double burners so Read more

Do You Have an Outdoor Fireplace or Fire Bowl?


Updated 02/28/12 10:07 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Modfire Fireplace

We're experiencing an unseasonably warm and dry Winter here in the Bay Area, which means that I've been spending a lot more time in my backyard than I usually do in January and February. All of this time spent outdoors is leading me to establish a to-do list and a to-get list for Summer backyard entertaining. Top on the list is an outdoor fireplace — preferably this gorgeous Modfire Read more

Spanish Fiesta: Crema Catalana


Updated 02/14/12 9:53 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Crema Catalana Recipe

Ever since my trip to Barcelona, I love to travel back down memory lane by making the dessert I discovered on my travels, crema catalana. Many of us have had crème brûlée, that famous French dessert that Amélie loved to crack with a spoon, and this Spanish caramelized custard will surely give you the same satisfaction. The Spanish recipe is lighter, since the custard is milk-based, unlike the Read more

Must Have Grilling Accessories


Updated 02/08/12 1:25 PM · Posted by partysugar · 4 comments

Must Have Grilling Accessories

With the summer high-kicking into full swing, it's about time I highlight some of my must have grilling accessories. My dad is a huge fan of grilling - as am I - and during the summer we use the bbq every night. With the proper tools you can make everything from pizza to quesadillas - including steaks and fish - on the grill. Start with the basics: a good set of tongs, a long headed spatula, and Read more