Blog Feed: The Single Kitchen

Christmas in July QVC Specials: Kitchen/Gourmet

Published on 2012-07-21 14:18:00

If you haven't yet tuned in to QVC's Christmas in July special this weekend only (July 21/22, 2012), now is the time. Watch the livestream here. I've been watching all day and have some picks to share with you:One of the most universally appealing gifts to give a single guy or girl is this Houdini Vertical Wine Opener, Sealer & Aerator in Gift Box. All you have to do is wrap it!** SPECIAL DEALS AVAILABLE THIS WEEKEND ONLY 7/21-22 **It is so easy to please a chocolate-lover, and you will do just [..]

Single Girl’s Healthy Grocery Shopping List

Published on 2012-05-16 18:16:00

Shopping for groceries as a single girl can be both daunting and fun; daunting because of all the fresh choices available and fun for the same reason. I try not to buy too much of anything all at once anymore because the spoilage rate for me is pretty high; I may not always be in the mood to cook or I may have overbought vegetables and fruits.

Better Ingredients = A Better Meal

Published on 2012-04-01 18:09:00

As a singleton, you have some leeway when buying groceries. Since you aren't buying for a family of four, and therefore needing to clip endless coupons for the same few products found at the larger box retailers (you know which ones I'm referring to), you sometimes have the luxury to peruse smaller, specialty retailers offering a higher quality product. After all, that's what the internet and online shopping initially started out as before the larger retailers joined in and well, that's another [..]

Home Office Makeover

Published on 2012-03-04 14:46:00

The winter months are ideal for clearing out clutter, organizing paperwork, and getting ready for spring cleaning. So put all your Christmas decorations away, and let's get started. One of the major projects for me this winter entailed a home office makeover. My desk was too small for the mountain of unopened mail and other paperwork that inevitably piles up; and if I was ever to come up with a solution going forward, I needed a major overhaul of my work space.Speaking of space, if you have it, [..]

Personalized Gift Ideas for Singles: Coffee Mugs

Published on 2011-11-20 18:36:00

One can never have too many coffee mugs! For Black Friday / Cyber Monday, take 25% off your order + free shipping. Take advantage now! Valid midnight the day after Thanksgiving 11/25-11/28/11. The perfect gift for singles!Personalize this red Snow Day coffee mug. Check out the green mug also.Also, check out this lovely Blue Snowscapes mug.Isn't this Present coffee mug so much fun?How about a festive red Ornament mug? Ready to personalize!Remember, you 25% off + free shipping for Black Friday! Ge [..]

Top Five Kitchen Tools for Singles

Published on 2011-11-11 17:44:00

For singles, making a recipe for four isn't always practical. These kitchen gadgets are single-meal friendly and will help create varied meals during the week. And the best part is dessert: make fresh whipped cream in minutes! Actually, the best part is that these make great gifts because they're affordable - most are well under $50!Check out the top five for the single kitchen:A stick, hand-held blender whips up the best whipped cream - the homemade kind! It makes quick soups too - perfect for [..]

Summer Kitchen Mini Makeover

Published on 2011-06-23 18:30:00

It's good to refresh your kitchen look every now and then; makes it more interesting when you live alone or are single. Take advantage of summer sales and give your kitchen a mini-makeover. I found some various, cool accessories to perk up your kitch

Fast & Easy Recipe for One: Kale Pesto & Spaghetti

Published on 2011-05-24 18:09:00

Recipes for singles that are also quick and easy to make are far and few between. I came up with this delicious recipe and wanted to share it with you; it's a variation on Spaghetti al'Oglio (using kale instead of parsley). Kale is a super hero in th

Single Girl's Weekly Grocery Shopping Plan: Week of March. 13, 2011

Published on 2011-03-13 14:34:00

Similar to my weekly eating plan, I'm starting to post my grocery shopping list in the hopes that it will organize the way I shop (avoid wasted food, shop smarter, etc) and give you, the single girl or guy, ideas and inspiration for your grocery shop

This Spring Host a Singles Picnic Event

Published on 2011-02-24 19:22:00

This spring, get ready to take your kitchen outdoors. Host a picnic event, whether with other single friends or a special someone. If you love hosting holiday parties, then you will enjoy organizing a picnic. Let's go!Picnics have become trendy and f

Valentine's Day Kitchen Gadget Gift Ideas in the Red

Published on 2011-02-06 08:19:00

These Valentine's Day whimsical gift ideas for the kitchen are perfect to share with your single friends and loved ones. Kitchen gadgets are versatile and fun to receive as gifts. Be a single girl's or guy's valentine this year!Make perfect ice cubes

Baked Ziti with Black Beans

Published on 2011-01-17 13:35:00

The following recipe was put together from whatever ingredients I had on hand that weren't yet expired. Such is the state of the single kitchen sometimes. Recipes for singles are difficult to come by. The best advice, if you don't want to eat the sam

Kitchen Christmas Gift Idea for the Single Girl or Guy

Published on 2010-11-28 14:59:00

Cookbooks that are centered on the theme of cooking for one make great and thoughtful gifts for the singleton in your life. Making it less lonely to eat alone by serving up wonderfully fulfilling recipes is what these books promote. Check out these p

Kitchen Gadget Christmas Ornaments

Published on 2010-11-26 19:07:00

Gift ideas for the kitchen enthusiast! These adorable ornaments make the perfect stocking stuffer for the single girl or guy.Spatula kitchen gadget ornament from the Gingerbread Kisses Collection (pictured below).Note: Click on text links, not pictur

Black Friday @ The Single Kitchen: Small Kitchen Appliances

Published on 2010-11-25 18:23:00

Kitchen gadgets and small kitchen appliances are versatile and make wonderful gifts. Enjoy these special Black Friday savings only at The Single Kitchen!For small kitchen appliance gift ideas, you can't go wrong with a multi-tasker like the stand mix

Eco-Friendly Grocery Shopping Online: Fresh Fish

Published on 2010-11-09 18:29:00

Sustainable seafood is within your reach. And vital information, such as where the fish came from and under what conditions it was harvested are now available when you buy seafood online. Choose reputable companies who readily disclose these details

The Kitchen Table Christmas Tree

Published on 2010-11-07 16:30:00

Get more of the latest Black Friday deals here.Scroll down for a Black Friday special!So your apartment is small and you don't want to give up any precious space for a floor-size Christmas tree; then get a table-top Christmas tree. They come in a var

Two Breakfast Meal Ideas for Singles

Published on 2010-11-04 14:23:00

Some of us singletons don't like to eat solitary, let alone cook. But breakfast is the easier of the three meals to make at home. As singles, we Try these simple and delicious breakfast ideas; they're my favorites.Simple Toast, Jam & Egg:Toast 1-

Kitchen Christmas Gift Ideas for Singles

Published on 2010-10-23 14:19:00

Get Black Friday deals here.Holiday gift-buying for singles can sometimes pose a challenge because singles, particularly those who live alone, are independent. This means we know what we like and have our own style. However, don't fret too much about

Let's Talk Kitchen Appliances

Published on 2010-10-17 20:43:00

Not a frequent topic on this blog is the topic of kitchen appliances. Actually, this is the first post addressing such a necessity. Today's appliances are more energy-efficient than ever before. This saves you money and preserves the strained energy

Christmas 2010: Tableware Classics

Published on 2010-10-14 20:10:00

Get Black Friday deals here. Also, scroll down for a limited time Cyber Monday deal which ends 12/1/10.Even as a single person, I like to decorate my home for the holidays. Tableware is an inexpensive way to add a decorative holiday touch without goi