Some Like It Hot Or Cold: Zulay Kitchen Cold Brew Coffee Maker

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Do you prefer your coffee hot or cold? I’m actually a fan of both, depending on what mood I am in. Within the past couple of years, I have been drinking more cold brew coffee at home. I enjoy the taste because it is smoother and less acidic than regular hot coffee.

The process to make cold brew coffee is fairly simple; all you have to do is add water to ground coffee, let it steep for about 12-18 hours and then strain the coffee grounds. However, my method was kind of messy, since I would use a large plastic container, a metal strainer, a coffee filter and a pitcher. There would often be spills or extra grounds that would sneak in to my coffee. Whether you have never tried making cold brew coffee at home, or you make it all of the time, the Zulay Kitchen Cold Brew Coffee Maker streamlines the process. It makes cold brew coffee with minimal effort and mess!

I really like the quality of this cold brew coffee maker. It is made of thick and sturdy glass and stainless steel. The silicone seal at the top ensures freshness, and the silicone bottom provides a sturdy base.

It also features a beautiful, classic and neutral design which I appreciate. Isn’t it pretty?

To make cold brew coffee, all you have to do is fill the stainless steel filter with coffee grounds about 2/3 full. Add water to the 32 oz. line and let it sit in the refrigerator for 12-18 hours. Remove the filter and the cold brew coffee is ready to go in the carafe. It can then be stored in the refrigerator for later use if there is extra. So easy!

The cold brew coffee is pretty concentrated, so I like to add milk. You can also add non-dairy milk such as almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk, to taste.

The Zulay Kitchen Cold Brew Coffee Maker can also be used to make hot coffee and hot or cold tea. Check out the rave reviews on Amazon!

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Experiment In The Kitchen With European Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Dislcosure: I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links.

Extra virgin olive oil has become a staple in our kitchen pantry. It is very versatile due to its high smoke point (400 degrees F). It can be used to saute, fry or bake your favorite foods. I also often use it to make homemade salad dressing.

Olitalia believes all great cooking revolves around great oil. Olitalia is the #1 brand most used by chefs in Italy and is now available for home cooking in the US. Look for Olitalia at Eataly locations.

There is a website called Flavor Your Life which provides a lot of useful information regarding European Extra Virgin Olive Oil. For example, did you know that the flavor of olive oil is greatly impacted by the region in which the olive trees are grown? Europe’s diverse climate and soil produce a wide range of olive oil flavor profiles. Here are some key characteristics of the different regions:

  • Spain: typically golden yellow with a fruity, nutty flavor.
  • Italy: dark green and has an herbal aroma and a grassy flavor.
  • Greece: tends to be green, strong flavor and aroma.
  • France: pale in color and has a mild flavor.

My whole family really enjoys eating salmon, so I tried out a recipe I found on the Flavor Your Life website for Grilled Chinese Salmon Salad that uses olive oil as the base for the flavorful dressing.

Grilled Chinese Salmon Salad

The recipe calls for marinating the salmon for thirty minutes.
The super simple dressing consists of 4 T. Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 lime, juiced, 1 tsp. honey,
1 T. fresh coriander, minced, and sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste.

The salad dressing turned out nice and light and complemented the flavor of the salmon well. n gave it a thumbs up! Be sure to visit Flavor Your Life for more recipe ideas using European Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Olitalia extra virgin olive oil is available at Eataly locations.

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Gray, Gray Go Away With Gray Away

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Gray Away as part of an Influence Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

As I grow older, I am definitely noticing the gray hairs multiplying at an ever-increasing pace. I held off coloring my hair until my 40’s because I did not want to deal with the upkeep. However, I also did not want to look prematurely older! Now that I do color my hair, I still do not really enjoy going to the hair salon. I am not a fan of the whole process: making the appointment, setting aside time in my schedule, etc. Not to mention that frequent salon visits can also add up, financially! However, I have found a great solution for temporarily concealing tell-tale roots: Gray Away Temporary Root Concealer Spray and Root Touch-Up Quick Stick, both of which are available at ULTA Beauty.

I tried both the Gray Away Temporary Root Concealer Spray and the Root Touch-Up Quick Stick in Black/Dark Brown, which is supposed to match black, dark brown, and medium brown hair.

I had never tried products like these to temporarily conceal my roots before, so I was not sure what to expect. The Temporary Root Concealer Spray has a pinpoint applicator, which makes it easy to use and does not require any mixing. Each bottle contains about 40 applications, and the color washes out with shampoo.

Since my gray hairs seem to be concentrated at my temples, the Root Touch-Up Quick Stick is the perfect solution. It can even be used for eyebrows! It has an angled tip on one side for precise application, and a sponge tip on the other side for blending. I found that the color blended in well, and it also washes out with shampoo.

If you are in search of products that will allow you to extend the time between salon visits, I highly suggest trying the Gray Away Temporary Root Concealer Spray and Root Touch-Up Quick Stick! Look for them at ULTA Beauty online or in-store.

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Gift Cuteness With Kawaii Box

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Kawaii Box is THE subscription box to gift if you are in search of a present for someone who likes all things “kawaii” or “cute”. This Japanese subscription box is filled with fun surprises every month. I received the November 2019 box to review, and the theme was “Magical Kawaii Adventure!”

This Kawaii Box was filled with an assortment of whimsical products, some of which I will highlight below:

This fluffy, pastel octopus plushie comes with a key ring so you can attach it to a backpack, purse or bag. It can even be used as a Christmas ornament, as shown here.

When I first opened the box, I was not exactly sure what this was. Turns out it is a “Magical Anime Girl Wand”. It makes sounds and lights up when you wave it!

These glittery 3-D stickers are great for decorating letters and cards.

This sparkly mermaid hair clip would be an adorable accessory for a little girl.

Additional items in the November Kawaii Box included:

  • Magical Bunny Pastel Gift Bag
  • Magical Wish Notes in a Bottle
  • Metallic Mermaid Tail Pen
  • Meito Pukupukutai Yumekawa Wafer Snack
  • Unicorn Heroine Pocket Mirror

A Kawaii Box subscription can be purchased for 1 month, 6 months, or 12 months and ranges from $19.90/month-$21.90/month. The subscription price includes free world-wide shipping, which is a good deal!

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A Healthy Treat: CompletEats Superfood Cookies

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The holidays can easily become a time of over-indulgence, food-wise. CompletEats is a line of superfood cookies that feels like a treat, but contains all-natural ingredients such as almond flour, almond butter, chocolate chips, baking soda, chia seeds and dates.

CompleteEats come in five flavors:

  • Peppermint Cacao Chip Cookie
  • Banana Bread Cookie
  • Mocha Chip Cookie
  • Chocolate Chia Cookie
  • Cherry Almond Cookie

CompletEats cookies are certified vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, and contain no trans-fat or artificial ingredients.

The Peppermint Cacao Chip Cookies are made with organic peppermint oil, organic cacao powder and allergen-friendly chips. The cookies are nice and moist and are just sweet enough to make a satisfying snack.

Also, don’t you just love the packaging of these Peppermint Cacao Chip Cookies? They would make a great gift topper or stocking stuffer!

CompletEats cookies are available on Amazon or CompletEats.com.

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Celebrate With Medieval Times + Giveaway #MTCelebrate

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If you are looking for family-friendly entertainment this holiday season, Medieval Times is an excellent choice. Our family has been to the Buena Park, CA location a couple of times, and it is quite a memorable experience. Whenever we visit, there always seems to be a lot of celebrating going on–birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, etc. I can see why people choose to celebrate at Medieval Times. The atmosphere is lively and fun, the food is delicious, and the live-action show is always exciting.

Enter Giveaway to Win 4 Tickets to Medieval Times!

Medieval Times is giving away 200 tickets! Five random winners will be selected monthly through September 2020 for a total of 50 winners. Enter giveaway here: https://woobox.com/ajdqrz

Winners will be notified via email during the first week of each month. Tickets will be emailed within two weeks. Not valid Saturdays at the Buena Park, CA castle.

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Happypop Socks Make Happy Feet

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Socks make an ideal holiday gift for the person that may be difficult to shop for. Socks are pretty much one size fits all, and everyone needs socks, right?

Receiving a package of white tube socks under the Christmas tree may not be too exciting, but there are many other interesting options available. Happypop Socks is an online company that has fun and colorful designs that are sure to put a smile on the recipient’s face.

I received the Fast Food Socks Gift Box to review. I love the variety of this nicely packaged gift box: fried eggs, donuts, taco truck and sushi socks! The designs are cute, and the colors really pop.

Happypop Socks come in designs that feature everything you can imagine: animals, food, books, sports, pop culture, etc. They have socks that would appeal to everyone: men, women and kids!

I am really impressed with the quality of my Happypop socks. They are a good weight–not too thin, and not too thick. These socks would be comfortable to wear with shoes outside or around the house. They are also very soft and well-constructed.

Consider Happypop socks for your holiday shopping list, or treat yourself to some new fun socks. They currently have a Black Friday sale (20% off the entire site!) that is going on until December 7.

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52 Uncommon Family Adventures

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52 Uncommon Family Adventures, by Randy Southern, is a good resource for families that are looking for “hands-on” devotionals. Each “adventure” has an idea for a family activity and related conversation starters regarding Biblical principles. There is also an accompanying section called “Language of the Day” that explains which “Love Language” (a la Gary Chapman, who wrote the Introduction) each activity might speak to.

The suggested adventures are either free or relatively low in cost. Many can be done at home, while others have you explore local areas in your neighborhood. Some of the adventures that sound fun to me are Indoor Camping, Book Challenge, and Traveling Abroad in the Comfort of Your Home. If you are more of the silly fun-type, there are ideas for Toilet Paper Olympics, a lip-sync competition and pillow fights. As my children grow older, I realize that our time to make family memories is fleeting. 52 Uncommon Family Adventures helps inspire families to make the most of their time together.

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Simply Earth Starter Box Review + Giveway

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As I have shared in the past, Simply Earth has become one of my favorite essential oils brands. Simply Earth recently launched a Starter Box that comes with 4 full sized oils and supplies to create recipes for a natural, toxic free home.

Each Starter Box contains:

  • 4 full-size, Therapeutic Grade, pure essential oils
  • Supplies and recipes to create 6 natural home, body, and wellness products
  • All natural and non-toxic items

The Starter Box that I reviewed contained:

  • Frankincense Essential Oil
  • Lemon Essential Oil
  • Tea Tree Essential Oil
  • Sleep Essential Oil Blend
  • Lip Balm Container (2)
  • Aloe Vera Gel (2 oz.)
  • Amber Spray Bottle (2 oz.)

The Starter Box ($39) also includes the Bonus Box for free! The Bonus Box includes:

  • Almond Oil (4 oz.)
  • Fractionated Coconut Oil (4 oz.)
  • 10 ml Roll On Bottles (6)
  • 5 ml Amber Glass Bottles (6)
  • Coconut Oil
  • Beeswax
Toxin-free Surface Cleaner-great for disinfecting surfaces and loosening grime!

The Starter Box I received came with recipes to make the following:

  • Detox Bath
  • Fresh Air Diffuser Blend
  • Lemon Meringue Lip Balm
  • Sleep Roll On
  • Toxin-free Surface Cleaner
  • Immunity Boost Hand Sanitizer
Fresh Air Diffuser Blend-clean scent and kills airborne bacteria

I really like how each box that I have received from Simply Earth has contained a nice variety of essential oils and other “extras”. The recipes are fun to make and inspire me to incorporate more non-toxic products into our daily routine; from personal care to diffuser blends, to cleaning products.

Simply Earth is offering a great deal for my readers! When you order a Starter Box, you will also receive a Big Bonus Box AND a free $40 gift card when you use the code LIMBYLIMFREE at checkout. (New subscribers only).

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Which Shape Should I Be?

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Reading books with my kids when they were little was one of my favorite activities to do with them. If I had Which Shape Should I Be back in the day, I would have put it into our reading rotation. This cute board book teaches children about shapes with colorful illustrations. I like how the book is interactive in that it asks the child to point to different shapes in the pictures. However, the author, Pamela Kennedy, also weaves a more meaningful lesson about how God created us to be different “shapes”. The book ends with the Bible verse, “I will praise you because I have been remarkably and wondrously made.” -Psalm 139:14, which is a good verse for us all to remember.

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