Big thanks to our friend and lifestyle blogger Kristy for sharing her backyard movie night with us. We loved her helpful tips to make it special for your kids, but fun and easy for Mom and Dad to make it a smash hit! Check out all the ways she took this traditionally indoor activity outside. […]
Archive | At Home
You don’t have to go out to a restaurant for amazing experiences and memories. Create special moments at home with these DIY ideas for everything from cakes to cocktails and cold brew. And, find creative ideas for burger bars, Korean BBQ, homemade ice cream, and much more.
How to Camp in Your Backyard
Simple ideas for backyard camping that don’t require extra effort or preparation. Pitch a tent, make fun food, and never be far from home.
How to Create a Restaurant Patio Vibe in Your Backyard
Turn your patio, deck, or any outdoor space into a private restaurant escape with a little atmosphere and an easy menu. Here’s a few tips to help you create your own perfect patio restaurant at home. Set a Theme Are you planning to make pasta? Go for an Italian bistro with a simple white tablecloth, […]
4 Ways Cooking Together Builds Stronger Relationships
A romantic dinner for two at home isn’t just affordable and delicious, it has positive benefits for your relationship and mental wellbeing.
Made At Home Challenge Roundup
The Made at Home Challenge was one of our most popular Facebook challenges yet. You can recreate the challenge for yourself anytime you want to change up your meal routine. Here’s how it works: Over five weeks, make the following quick and easy recipes. Try new ingredients and techniques as you go. You’ll learn how […]

10 Ways to Have More Fun Your Backyard
Make this your best summer ever by planning fun things to do with your friends and family. We’ve mapped out the top 10 bucket list items every food-loving family needs to complete this summer. Share your outdoor activities using the hashtag #howipamperedchef on Facebook and Instagram. Try one activity a week and by the end […]
7 Pancake Ideas You’ll Flip Over
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s how much we love pancakes. This classic comfort food reminds us of weekend mornings with our families and late-night gatherings at the local diner. And, they’re so easy to make. Mix together a few basic ingredients from your pantry, and you’ll have a delicious stack of […]
How to Make a Cocktail at Home
You don’t have to be a professional mixologist to make tasty cocktails at home with a cocktail set. With the help of the golden ratio, you can make easy cocktails and mocktails with confidence. And the ratio will help you get creative and customize cocktails. Golden Ratio The golden ratio is simple. It’s two parts strong, […]
How to Make a DIY Oatmeal Breakfast Bar
A DIY oatmeal bar is a fun way to make breakfast for the whole family or to put together an impressive but easy weekend brunch party. It may seem like preparing only one entrée isn’t enough, but as long as your toppings bar has good variety, you can easily provide something for everyone without having […]

6 Barista Worthy Uses for Cold Brew Coffee
Wake up, coffee lovers! Have you tried the cold brew trend? Big brands like Starbucks® and Second Cup® are now offering this small-batch, artisan-style coffee. Market research reports indicate cold brew sales have grown 300% in the North America since 2010. But you don’t have to head to your drive-thru or even the grocery store to […]