Spice Up Your Summer #Summer2025

Summer is the season for grilling out, gatherings, and yummy food! And spices and seasonings really are the star! Check these out:

Burlap & Barrel has beautiful single-origin spices, sourced equitably from partner farms around the world. We got some of the best sellers, and it is cool because you can Build Your Own Set of the flavors you want to try or the ones you use on the regular. We got Za Atar, Adobo, Wild Mountain Cumin, Black Urfa Chili, Black Lime, Royal Cinnamon, Smoked Pimenton Paprika, and Zanzibar Black Peppercorns - which really has a nice kick. There are so many different spices and blends to choose from; it is amazing! They even have honey (we have our eye on the Amber Woodland Honey), sprinkles, and even sugars! We def want to try the Black Garlic and the Pearl Salt! Heck, we want to try it all! So much variety, something for every cook or chef!

Effin’ Sauces was founded by husband-and-wife duo Carlos and Kaleigh Dorado, a chef and a creative designer. Effin’ Sauces is the delicious result of a shared passion for bold flavors, sustainable living, and good vibes. Handcrafted in New England, these organic, U.S.-made sauces are all about great taste with no waste. Each bottle is a testament to their mission: to deliver flavor-packed, planet-conscious sauces that bring something truly special to every kitchen. We got to check out both flavors, and whoooo! The Sweet Lava (which was more smooth) and Effin Magma (which packed a punch!) both so good, but different as well!

Also, everyone needs dessert, right? Mightylicious Gluten Free Brownie mix is an award-winning brownie mix available online and at retail stores. With more than 1.3 million Americans following gluten-free diets, it's a perfect way to accommodate your GF guests - and non GF guests won't even know it's GF, it's that good! Perfect for BBQs, graduations, and summer entertaining! Or just because you want something sweet *wink* This mix made some of the best brownies I have ever made, ha! The boys devoured them! So good!

 ~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

Bear Mountain BBQ #Summer2025

Grilling season is finally here, and Bear Mountain BBQ is ready with exciting new blends, fan favorites, and the hardwood craftsmanship that’s earned the brand a trusted role in backyard BBQs nationwide. With over three decades of perfecting how to turn high-quality hardwood into fuel that delivers rich, consistent smoke, Bear Mountain brings the best big, bold, wood-fired flavor on any brand and type of grill.

We got the Gourmet Blend this time, and it is a game changer! The perfect blend of 100% premium, all-natural Oak, Hickory, Maple, and Cherry hardwoods – no flavorings, fillers, or additives. Low moisture for the perfect smoke. We grill a lot on our Traeger, and whether it is dogs or burgers, or something bigger like a whole ham, we love using Bear Mountain pellets to add to the flavor and make our meals memorable!

Check it all out at Bear Mountain BBQ on Facebook, as well as Bear Mountain BBQ on X, and Bear Mountain BBQ on Instagram.

~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

Kline Ceramic Cookware #FathersDay2025

This Father's Day, elevate Dad’s cooking game with the award-winning, multi-functional pan set from Kline, featuring two kitchen essentials: the full-sized Ceramic Pan and its smaller counterpart (both with lids included). Whether Dad’s whipping up his signature dish for family dinner or crafting something special just for himself, this dynamic duo has him covered. Perfect for solo missions or tag-team cooking - entrées sizzling in the main pan, sauces or sides simmering in the mini. Plus, the ceramic non-stick surface, free of harmful chemicals, makes food release a breeze and cleanup effortless, because even Super Dad deserves a break.

We received the Pan Pair in the color Dijon, and it is absolutely beautiful! I do not think I have ever called cookware pretty, but this is! There is a color to fit any decor or style! This multi-functional pan set includes two essentials: the full-sized Ceramic Pan and its smaller counterpart (lids included). Whether you're cooking for one or feeding the whole crew, this duo has you covered. Use them solo or side-by-side. Made in Italy, with a patented longer-lasting non-stick ceramic coating. Multi-functional: Replaces up to 9 pieces of cookware! Fry, sear, sauté, bake, braise, broil, boil, roast, and serve! Oven-safe up to 400°C/750°F (with the lid 250°C/480°F). Non-toxic: no harmful PFAs, PTFEs, PFOAs, nickel, or heavy metals. Compatible with all stovetops, including induction, which we have, and it works seamlessly! Lightweight and designed to hold heat efficiently: low-medium heat on the stovetop is generally all you'll need! Perfect for making Dad breakfast on his big day - and letting him be the master chef in his own kitchen!

Check it all out at Kline on Facebook, as well as Kline on X, and Kline on Instagram.

~Hayley 

 Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

Grillicious Flavored Grill Wipes

Summer is still here, and lots of people are celebrating the end of it, as school will be starting, and Labor Day Weekend is coming! And now you can enhance your grilling experience with Grillicious Flavor-Infused Grill and Pan Wipes. This is the first and only product that combines 100% organic, healthy, high-heat cooking oil with all-natural flavors in an easy-to-use, recyclable wipe. Grillicious Grill Wipes are mess-free, eliminating the need for bulky grill brushes or complicated cleaning methods. You’ll never have to worry about your meats and vegetables sticking to your grill again, and they will be deliciously infused with flavor.

Whether you are in the backyard, on your patio or balcony, tailgating before the game, out in the wilderness, or on your boat, when you are ready to get grilling, just pull out a package of Grillicious Flavor-Infused Grill and Pan Wipes. They are always ready to create a non-stick cooking surface for your food to glide off your grill grates, griddles, and cast-iron pans. Best of all, Grillicious Flavor-Infused Grill and Pan Wipes are available in several delicious flavors including Mesquite Madness, Habanero Heat, Rustic Rosemary, Sweet Onion Sizzle, and Gratifying Grillicious Garlic.

Check it all out at Grillicous on Facebook, as well as Grillicious on Instagram!

~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

Summer Cooking Essentials

We’ve all been there – you reach for a “tried-and-true” knife in your cooking artillery and come to find out it’s too dull to cut through the piece of meat you have in front of you. Cutluxe is on a mission to make sure this never happens again. From spatchcocking chicken and cutting the perfect slice off a roast to slicing through even the toughest fruits and veggies like cabbage, onion, pineapple, ginger and fresh shallots – Cutluxe kitchen knives revolutionize meal prep and make chopping ingredients quicker and easier than ever before.

Some Best-Sellers that we got to try out Include:

· 7” Santoku Chopping Knife: This all-purpose kitchen knife is perfect for heavy duty work such as chopping, dicing, mincing, vegetables, poultry, roasts, and more.

· 12” Slicing Knife: Chances are, you’ve never seen a knife as durable and efficient as this one. It is ideal for slicing and carving meat, fish, and poultry. This knife features a high-carbon, stainless steel blade and is hand-honed to hold a sharp edge. It’s designed to meet all needs of the kitchen, from daily cooking to gourmet meal preparation.

Check out the full Amazon store!

~Hayley

 Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.