Wine Goblets
January 28, 2018
Open a good bottle of wine, and any vessel will do.  But, when you add a bit of art to your drink the experience is that much better.  Artland can add a bit of whimsy, elegance, and casual simplicity to your drinks.  They’ve decided that the glass is just as important as the wine itself, and art only adds to the experience.  To get your collection started, Fresh Madison Market will give you a set of 4 colorful goblets for free when your $25 purchase.  Set them out the next time you enjoy a fine bottle of wine, and see if that extra bit of art from Artland makes it all taste a bit better! 
Comfort Foods
January 28, 2018
While there’s no agreed list of “comfort foods,” you know them when you have them.  They are the ones that make you smile, drop your stress, or give you warmth.  It could be a beef stew or a pan of brownies.  What do they have in common?  It’s simple:  Calories.  According to the American Psychological Association, 38% of adults have over eaten or had something “unhealthy” because of stress.  We are looking for that little hit of dopamine, the happy chemical in our brains.  According to
January 22, 2018
The talented people at Taste of Home offer up this super easy chicken noodle soup recipe for comfort on cold, cold days.  You’ll need:
January 22, 2018
The iron skillet is the work horse of any kitchen.  It’s the one that your grandmother swore by, and the same one trusted out in the wilderness.  How can one kitchen utensil be so versatile?  First of all, it’s virtually indestructible.  An iron skillet can go from stovetop to oven and back again.  They are naturally non-stick.  When an iron skillet is well seasoned, you can clean it easily and count on them to be ready to go.  Because cast iron is so dense, the heat distributes easily and it holds the heat longer.  It’s definitely one of those cases when the tried-and-true method is always
January 7, 2018
We Midwesterners can tolerate quite a bit.  Humid summers and biting winters are a regular occurrence here.  But, even the heartiest among us could use some simple, and scientific, tips on staying warm.  Loren Greenway is the CEO of the Wilderness Medical Center in Utah and recently told Live Science to remember two key things:  Conduction and convection.
QualiTea
January 7, 2018
Tea has come a long way from the paper packets that Mom would only bring out when you were sick.  “One flavor fits all” has given way to an explosion of combinations from mild & sweet to bold with a bite.  One of the companies behind this tea resurgence is Argo Tea.  They decided that they would hire creative mixologists with nutritionists to bring you something special.  No fake colors or pretend flavors.  Everything in Argo Tea is as perfectly natural as nature made it.  It begins with fresh full tea leaves that are then infused with a collection of fruits, flowers, spices and herbs.