Fassionola is a cocktail syrup made from a blend of tropical fruits. It’s a fairly rare syrup to see today, but it was once a common ingredient in the mixed drinks of tiki bars like Don the Beachcomber. The tiki genre is known for tropical rum-based cocktails made with unusual syrups, exotic fruits, and ‘secret …
Hot honey is amazing on pizza, chicken, vegetables, and more, but it’s also delicious in spicy drinks! There are plenty of recipes out there for making your own chili-infused honey, but I was looking for something a little different. Some recipes require too much time (and effort), some produce an overly thick, gloppy honey, and …
Honey syrup is the easy way to add honey to drinks. If you’ve ever added honey to a cold beverage like iced tea, iced coffee, or a mixed drink, only to find a rock hard lump of honey at the bottom of your cup, read on! Is honey syrup the same as honey? Not exactly. …
Grenadine is a commonplace (though often misunderstood) classic bar syrup. Although store-bought versions are usually bright red and artificially flavored, true grenadine is just a simple sweet and sour pomegranate syrup. What is in grenadine? Grenadine gets its name from the French word for pomegranate, grenade. The syrup is traditionally made by mixing pomegranate juice …
This refreshing, bubbly drink is my favorite way to start even the darkest winter days. Bright, freshly squeezed juices and raw honey give this sweet and sour morning elixir a boost of vitamins and antioxidants. It can be harder than usual to drink enough water during the cold winter months. Dressing it up with bubbles …
These beautiful Strawberry Lilac Crostinis are the perfect spring appetizer! Serve them at brunch or with cocktails for a sweet, savory, and gently floral hors d’oeuvres that everyone will enjoy. If you don’t have access to lilacs at the moment (lilac season is so brief!), you can also make this recipe with an easy lavender …
Flower-infused sugars are very easy to make and they add the beautiful flavors of fresh edible flowers to everything from a cup of tea to cupcakes! This recipe is specific to lilacs, which were abundant and super fragrant a week ago, but have since vanished for another year. The trouble with seasonal edible flowers is …
You can use a Ninja blender for basically anything. These are some of the highest quality blending machines out there available for purchase right now. But even though these machines are extremely versatile, many people still wonder about food processing, asking questions like, ‘can a Ninja blender be used as a food processor?’ Well, today …
Just looking at a food processor and a blender side-by-side, they do seem a little similar. Each machine has a motorized base, a few settings, rotating blades, and a main container. Yes, they look very similar. Are food processors and blenders the same? the short answer is no, food processors and blenders are not the …
People are always complaining about Vitamix blenders. And everybody wants to know why are Vitamix blenders so expensive? The truth makes more sense than you might be happy about. You see, Vitamix makes the most powerful and expensive blenders in the universe of the blender. And there is a reason for it. Anyone who has …
If you’ve been eyeing a hand blender, or immersion blender, and wondering if it’s worth it, let me be the first to tell you it absolutely is. But what are immersion blenders used for? This is the main question everyone always asks. They understand the concept of the hand blender but don’t quite get what …
If you’re like me, you probably never heard of meringue until you purchased a Vitamix blender. Even if you knew what it was before, you are probably unsure how to make meringue in a Vitamix blender. But I have learned, and today I am here to teach you this awesome recipe. But what is meringue? …
There is nothing more refreshing in the summertime than a cold slushie straight out of the slushie machine. But what if you could have the same texture, the same flavor, and the same refreshing sensation right in your own house? That’s right, you can make slushies at home in your blender. Today we are going …
Have you ever wondered how to make a DIY blender sound enclosure? It isn’t as hard as you may think. It’s also not that hard to soundproof your blender using a few different types of methods. It doesn’t matter what kind of blender you have, they can all be improved. If you take a bit …
It is hard to think of something tastier than a cold banana smoothie. You can make a banana smoothie with literally anything, from chocolate to strawberries, and it will always be delicious. You can have a banana smoothie as a healthy breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or as a healthy treat after your workout. When …
The wild berry real fruit smoothie from McDonald’s is all the rage right now. This smoothie is crispy and fresh, it’s cold and thick, and it makes a real treat on any day. Even in cold weather, people can’t get enough of the wild berry fruit smoothie. And today I’m going to teach you the …
The white Russian is one of the most simplistic yet satisfying alcoholic beverages in the world. There are also countless variations of the white Russian floating around, and not too many people know the correct way to make a white Russian. In fact, many people believe a white Russian is simply milk and vodka. But …
Wheatgrass is a fantastic ingredient. This is something almost nobody uses in their blender to make juice with, but it is growing gradually in popularity. If you don’t know what wheatgrass is, it is literally grass grown from wheat plant grains. You can grow wheatgrass at home to save yourself some money, and you can …
There is nothing better during hot weather than a cool fruit smoothie, and there are no two fruit tastier than strawberry and kiwi. When you join strawberry with kiwi into an icy smoothie, you really do get the best of both worlds. Today I am going to give you the best strawberry kiwi smoothie recipe …
You might remember the smoothie challenge from a few years ago that was extremely popular. Well, it’s making a comeback! With the world going absolutely bananas for smoothies, more and more people are partaking in the smoothie challenge. But what exactly is the smoothie challenge? The smoothie challenge should not be confused with one of …
Beets are definitely not the most popular vegetables on the planet. In fact, even I don’t really like the taste of beets. However, there is absolutely no denying the magical healing properties of beets. It’s definitely worth investing a bit of time to make some beet juice with your Vitamix blender. If you’re unnerved at …
Today we are talking about how to make cashew milk in your Vitamix blender. We’re also going to talk a little bit about cashew milk, what the story is, and why I highly recommend adding it to your diet. Everyone is going crazy today about almond milk, but cashew milk is also gaining in popularity. …
V8 juice is great for you. It’s full of vegetables that are super healthy, it doesn’t taste nearly as disgusting as you might think, and it delivers a huge serving of nutrients straight into your body in a single can. And while V8 is awesome, it does have some downsides. For example, it is full …
There’s nothing better than an icy lemon sorbet on a hot summer day. And that’s why today we’re going to learn how to make lemon sorbet with a Vitamix blender. Vitamix blenders are extremely powerful, they are relatively affordable, and they can make you an unlimited supply of frozen desserts using just a handful of …
Your Vitamix blender can handle any kind of task you throw at it. You can make smoothies, milkshakes, protein drinks, and you can even juice fruits and vegetables. But when the heat of the summer becomes stifling, you may want to take on a strawberry sorbet recipe to beat the heat. The best strawberry sorbet …
If you have a Vitamix blender, and if you are new to blending, you are probably extremely excited thinking about all the possible recipes you can make. Luckily for you, today we are going to talk about the best things to make in a Vitamix blender. It should be no surprise that the capabilities of …
When it comes to creamy onion soup, there are almost infinite options to choose from. But today we’re going to look at the best Vitamix creamy onion soup recipe. In fact, we may look at a few different recipes to try and give you a solid idea of what you’re dealing with. The truth is …
Ninja blenders are some of the most effective blending devices in the world. However, sometimes malfunctions do happen. Whether because of an internal problem, a mistake on your part, or something altogether different, your device might not be turning on. But if your Ninja blender won’t turn on, I have the answers for you. Today …
Everyone knows you can make smoothies, milkshakes, and juices with your Ninja blender. But did you know you can make the best ice cream in the world by simply putting the right ingredients into your blender? Today we will look at how to make chocolate ice cream in a Ninja blender. There are lots of …
Blender Bottles are great. These excellent shaker cups can make you the tastiest smoothie you have ever tried. If you aren’t sure how they work, it is actually pretty simple. You drop the BlenderBall wire whisk inside of your Blender Bottle, you pour in the ingredients, screw on the lid, snap shut the flip cap, …
If you are curious about how your blender operates, you have come to the right place. Today we are going to talk all about how your blender functions, and what the motor really does. So, how does a blender motor work? Well, the motor of your blender is extremely basic. It is one of the …
Making baby food at home using a blender is getting more and more popular. People are sick of paying outrageous amounts of money for processed baby food from the grocery store and are moving towards making it themselves. And so, today we will talk about how to make baby food with a Vitamix blender. Vitamix …
Who doesn’t want a delicious smoothie for breakfast every morning? This may seem like a big hassle to people who don’t have a lot of experience with smoothies, but it is in fact very simple. In truth, blending yourself a delicious and healthy breakfast using your Vitamix blender is quicker than making bacon and eggs. …
This is an extremely popular question. Anyone interested in purchasing a quality blender always wants to know what type of blender Starbucks uses. Luckily, I am here to answer this question for all you curious coffee aficionados. Starbucks obviously only uses the very best. They have a lot of different drinks going on behind the …
Have you ever wanted to make tortilla soup in your Vitamix blender? Well, now you can with this awesome Vitamix tortilla soup demo recipe! This is one of the most popular blender soup recipes floating around right now. It’s delicious, it is easy to make, and you can complete the entire recipe in under 10 …
Are you a smoothie fanatic? If you love smoothies and drink them on a regular basis, you have probably asked yourself the question, should I add protein powder to my smoothie? And the truth is that it definitely can’t hurt. However, there are a few important things to know about protein and smoothies. If you …
Is your Ninja blender blade not spinning? This is an incredibly frustrating problem that is slightly more common than you might think. If your Ninja blender blades are not spinning, you are going to need to do some investigating. Out of all the problems that can occur with a blender, this might be the most …
Juice It Up is a fantastic supplier of extremely healthy foods and beverages, and today we are going to be talking about one of their most popular offerings, the Juice It Up Evergreen Smoothie recipe. Not only that, but we are also going to talk about some other great smoothies, we will find out who …
Blender Bombs have taken the health food world by storm. These are incredible additions to your smoothie that pack it full of the best nutrients you could ask for. When it comes to how to make Blender Bombs, we are not talking about making the actual Blender Bomb, but making a smoothie which you add …
Tropical smoothie cafe has been around for more than 20 years, providing smoothies, salads, and additional healthy options for you to enjoy. The company started as a specialty hut for smoothie beverages but quickly expanded, and there are now over 700 locations across the nation to help with your diet and lifestyle. However, many questions …
It is no secret that Vitamix blenders are able to make hot soup. This is one of their major selling points. But do all Vitamix blenders make hot soup? To answer this question, we need to dig deeper into what exactly it means to make hot soup with your Vitamix blender. There are many different …
Today we are going to learn all about how to use cherry pits in a smoothie. The first lesson is to never put cherry pits in a smoothie. While some seeds are totally fine for putting inside of a smoothie, you definitely do not want to use cherry pits. Why? Because they are poisonous! A …
There is absolutely nothing wrong with getting your beets out of a can. If you want to use canned beets in smoothies, it is totally up to you. Even if you don’t prefer canned vegetables, it’s worth trying canned beets just for how easy they are to incorporate into different recipes. I can tell you …
You may have heard the term Shakeology thrown around a lot lately. But what is this health sensation? Well, Shakeology is basically a superfood protein shake full of the best nutrients from all over the globe, including healthy phytonutrients, antioxidants, enzymes, prebiotics, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and probiotics. And while most Shakeology is made using a …
Ninja blenders are fabulous products. You can use these blenders for pretty much anything, from making smoothies to processing food. But can Ninja blenders go in the dishwasher? This is a big question with consumers, and today I am going to answer it for you. With such a remarkable list of capabilities, Ninja blenders are …
This is a pretty common conundrum many people face. Can blenders do dry grinding? Everybody wants to know the answer to this question, and it is actually a little more complicated than it may seem. Almost every blender on earth advertises the ability to grind dry ingredients, but can it actually be done? The truth …
Is there anything more annoying than wasting a perfectly good seed? If you are a smoothie junkie, and you love avocados, you’re probably sick and tired of throwing away half your avocado just because you can’t eat the seed. And you have probably found yourself wondering, “Can blenders crush avocado seeds?” By incorporating the seed …
If you have started your blender journey to healthier living, you have probably started experimenting with lots of different ingredients. While we all know blenders can crush ice, mix fruit and vegetables, and even make hot soup, can blenders crush almonds and other nuts? Today we will be talking all about blenders and almonds, and …
If you have just recently started experimenting with different foods in your blender, you have probably started to wonder what exactly your options are. And this has probably led you to wonder which fruits and which vegetables you can take out of your crisper and stuff into your blender. Today we are answering the question: …
Whipped cream is one of those kitchen ingredients that everyone should know how to make. But can blenders be used instead of mixer for cream whipping? Which is to say, can you whip cream in a blender? The answer is a little lopsided. A blender is a mixer in a way, but it is not …