A Not So Good Review

I really am not one to write or think anything negative.  Life is just too short for that.  Especially at my age.  I'm writing this review because I want to save others from making the same mistake I did.  I went on a brand's reputation without researching the item.  Mistake, big mistake. (anyone know what movie this line is from?)

I bought a Food Network food processor.  We don't get along well at all.  Because I put money on it, I live with the battle to use it, but you don't have to.

The suction cups on the bottom which are there to hold the item in place, don't hold the item in place.  That is, unless you want to pick it up to put it away.  Then you have to fight with it to remove it from the counter.  This is something that would not ordinarily phase me.  A small glitch, but doable. 

What is not doable is you have to literally slap the bowl part to engage with the bottom part.  Literally.  I have to whack it to engage.  Not a little, but hard.  Then try getting the cover on to twist into the lock as well.  Again, a firm whack is needed.  Not with your fingers, with the side of your hand.  It needs plenty of pressure to engage.  Do this three times when you use the appliance and I see you will be saying words that normally are spoken in a bar room.

So, no, I don't like the appliance, one bit.  But, I paid for it so I will need to suck it up and fight every time a recipe calls for use of a food processor.

Stay safe.

Candle College

I'm reviewing a new (to me) product.  As soon as I receive it and get an opportunity to use it, I'll let you know my thoughts.  During a conversation with the customer service rep at Colonial Candles she revealed some frugal information about candles.

1. The cooler the environment, the longer the candle will burn.  So if your thermostat is set at 65 a candle will last longer than a setting of 70.

2.  The darker the color of the candle, the longer it will burn.

3.  A candle should burn for a minimum of 3 hours at a time. 

Following these steps will enhance your experience and help stretch your dollars.

Venice Pizza, Review (Chesapeake, VA)

 We are originally from NY state.  No where else in this country can you get authentic pizza that screams  Italy.  We lived in Chesapeake, VA for close to two years.  During that time we were on a constant quest, always searching  for the familiar taste of NY pizza.  Lots of places called their pizza NY pizza, but there was only one location that can claim the fame of genuine NY pizza.  Too bad I found it 2 weeks before we moved from the area. My kids still go there and I live vicariously through them.

So if you're looking for the genuine taste of NY pizza and you live in Chesapeake,  go see the folks at Venice Pizza.  They're in the Crossway Plaza near Greenbriar Mall.  Let them know you found them on angiesfrugalhouse.

Here's a coupon to sweeten the deal.

http://www.valpak.com/coupons/ad?zmid=1010292&csid=992325&s1=1319544_3127019977&inPage=results

Nature Valley Nut Cluster Review

The Nature Valley Granola people sent me a coupon for a free bag of Nut Clusters a while back.  Ever since then I wait for a sale and a coupon.  These small clusters are not messy and have just the right touch of sweetness to them.  Just 3 will satisfy a craving between meals.  I keep then in the car for when I am out and about.

Get a .50 coupon here:

http://www.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=13101&zid=pt82&nid=10&bid=alk121304122421a0313696518

Review of Burt's Bees Milk and Honey Lotion

I get a number of samples in the mail.  Some companies send me full products then ask me to go to their site to submit a review.  Some companies just want me to like their product and send coupons with a sample.

One of the samples I received was from Burt's Bees Milk and Honey Body Lotion.

Sample:
Burt's Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk and Honey Body Lotion, .24 oz

Texture:
Smooth and thick

This is the best lotion I have used.  I would say it is more the consistency of a cream.  I felt a protective coat on my skin, without it being greasy.  I wish there were more coupons available for this product.  I would certainly stock up when it goes on sale.  To me, this is one of life's little luxeries.