The negative effects of candy

Candy’s tantalizing colors and addictive tastes are devilishly tempting. It’s an assortment of colors that fill your mouth with excitement and fulfillment. Candy “guaranteeing satisfaction” would be an understatement. As a matter of fact, I’m having some right now. I don’t quite think we consume candy; it works the other way around. So what gives…

Spicing up a Sugar Cookie

Sugar cookies on their are always an awesome treat, but because they are so plain, they also provide a great base for making other types and flavors of cookies. The simple and essential ingredients found in a good sugar cookie can be easily modified and changed to create a whole new different cookie- some of…

5 everyday science myths debunked

Raise your hand if you’ve ever seen someone eat something off the floor because of the five-second rule. I am. But according to this post by the New York Times, the five-second rule is actually a myth. When you drop food on the floor, and it touches germs, the germs stick to the food immediately.…

DIY: Bite-sized Gingerbread Houses

I know that Christmas is technically over – but who says that gingerbread houses are reserved for Christmas? Besides, this snack (along with a steamy mug of hot chocolate) is the perfect treat for exam break. Take about 15-30 minutes out of your day for this festive treat.     Begin with your run-of-the-mill gingerbread…

Kitchen and Food tips for… your skin?

I’ll admit it, I’m not a self-proclaimed fashionista. I don’t wear make-up, I wear my hair in a pony everyday, and baggy t-shirts and sweatpants are a go-to for me. That doesn’t mean that I don’t enjoy reading about make-up… This brings me to the perfect compromise (for anyone), skin-care made from common elements of…

Easiest way to not procrastinate EVER

Have you had trouble with procrastinating. That’s a silly question. Chances are, if you’re reading this, you’re already procrastinating. So, what to do? There is such a simple solution. It will take 10 seconds. And it can be summarized in three words. GARGLE. WITH. SUGAR. Seems like a pretty weird idea. I mean…your dentist would…

Recipe Tested: Snickerdoodles

Surely many of us have fond memories of Snickerdoodles; cookies made with butter, sugar and flour, which are then rolled in a sugar/cinnamon mixture from our childhood years. Simple to make, yet a mouthwatering treat, Snickerdoodles are not only for children but also for those children at heart. I decided to test JoyofBaking.com‘s recipe for…

Cupcake Queen

Okay, so I realize my cooking skills are nothing to boast about.  A simple pasta is beyond my culinary comprehension. However, one thing I love to do is bake.  In my opinion, the world is divided into those who cook, those who bake, and those who do neither.  Since I would hate for you to…