Do you have a Love Affair with Sugar? If so, we have found the store for you!

“A Sugar Affair” on Etsy whips up some wondrous baked goodies and confections that will tempt your tastebuds and keep you coming back for more. What a great way to have homemade baking on hand - the Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods are calling my name. She also offers Pirate and Princess themed cookies, brownies, marshmallow pops and much more.

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I probably own a few too many mixing bowls considering I seem to use the same two or three over and over again, but the latest addition to my collection out-mixes the rest. The Flex-It mixing bowl from iSi is my new best friend, and here’s why.

First, the Flex-It bowl is made from silicone, and if you’re familiar with silicone bakeware this means it is flexible, microwave safe, dishwasher safe, and heat resistant (this bowl’s resistant up to 490°F). Being flexible this bowl is ideal for pouring ingredients into a narrow space such as a stand mixer or food processor. The bottom has a nice rigid base which keeps it stable while mixing, and the smooth inside makes it super easy to scrape out every last drop of brownie batter. (Yes, I’m one of those who has to have every last drop of batter out of the bowl and in the pan.) The Flex-It bowl has a bit of texture on the outside so it’s easy to grasp and easy to turn as your mixing.

I received a set of all three sizes (1-, 1½-, and 2-quart sizes) in white, and I have used them all! Tonight I whipped up some waffle batter (we love breakfast for dinner) and found I had less mess going from bowl to waffle iron. I also love that I was able to scrape every last bit of batter from the sides. I haven’t yet tried these in the oven but I bet they’d make for a great way to keep a bowl of veggies warm or other side dish. iSi even offers a set of prep bowls with lids–I may have to make a purchase! If you’re looking to mix it up without messing it up, then iSi’s Flex-It bowls are for you. –Emily

Everything you need to create magical memories with your child, is jam packed into The Playful Chef Kit available on Chocolate Cake Club’s website. This spectacular kit knocked my socks off, everything is included and is child sized to make their baking experience a joyous one.

The Playful Chef kit comes in a clear backpack that can be easily toted over to Grandma’s house, or simply hung up in your pantry for co-baking with your child. Inside you’ll find an apron for your little chef along with handy spatula, wisk, small bow, measuring cups and much much more - 10 cooking tools to be exact! You also receive several handy recipes to make with your child, these are so well planned out on laminated cards. They include shopping lists, planning, prep work required and even safety. The recipe for Chocolate Mountain Lava Cake was of course the hit with my son (and me too).

What I loved most is the time I was able to spend with my son Brigs, he loves to mix and pour, and his big smile was well worth the effort and clean up afterwards. You can pick up your own Playful Chef Baking Kit at Chocolate Cake Club’s website, be sure to search around as they offer so many unique and fun products for your kids. I loved their site! They also break down product suggestions by whatever your need might be (ie: traveling with kids, helping baby sleep, family fun actives etc.).

Cooking with your children can be so much fun and a great learning experince. They get to see first hand how to measure, how to plan, how to make a shopping list, and how to clean up and enjoy the fruits of their labor. Happy Baking! - Daria