Yesterday, I started filling out my gift registry at Crate and Barrel, and it was the most amazing experience. I have always loved cooking, but at college I relied on basic staples like a spoon, a bowl, a pan, and a cookie sheet. Now that I’m getting my own kitchen, I was introduced to a wide array of GADGETS! Keep reading to learn about the coolest ones! Read the rest of this entry »

I’ll admit it – I’m a complete sugar-a-holic! Maybe it’s one of those things where if you actually attempt to give it up, you won’t crave it anymore, but I honestly don’t think that’s possible for me. I enjoy chocolate, sweetened tea, homemade cookies and plenty of other sugary delights far too much. But my mom is a type 1 diabetic and sticks to sugar free desserts to keep her blood sugar levels in check.

While I’m not a diabetic, it is summer and I’m sure limiting my sugar addiction would help me feel healthier, and also more energized.  I’ve decided to give sugar free desserts a try. Don’t worry, I’m not giving up on my beloved sugar anytime soon, just experimenting with the unknown.

Keep reading for plenty of sugar free dessert recipes!

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It has been a while since we had a giveaway here at Chew on That, and we wanted to give back to all you lovely readers.  That’s why we’re giving you the opportunity to win 2 awesome cookbooks full of tasty recipes you’ll love!  Keep reading to learn more and enter. Read the rest of this entry »

I’m sure that everybody remembers the good ol’ food pyramid.  Yes, the one you were taught about in grade school.  I remember thinking it was the greatest thing ever because it told you to eat 6-11 servings of grains per day, and I definitely succeed in that area. Over the years, they have switched up the portion sizes and made some minor changes, but nothing crazy.  Until now. Keep reading to find out more! Read the rest of this entry »