I heart Williams-Sonoma

There is something about Williams-Sonoma that makes we want to be a better cook. No matter that I have no idea what three-quarters of the gadgets in that store actually do. And it’s not just the fancy tools. Even measuring cups and bowls are superior to any I have found and must find a place in my kitchen. Sure I can go to a “regular” store and find similar products, but they won’t be as durable as the silicone spatulas I got as a wedding present or come in so many different sizes and colors. I am partial to anything in red.

It is more than a store, it’s an event. Many times you can see cooking demonstrations and sample recipes from those that know the value of spending $1000 on a set of knives. But my favorite things created by the geniuses at Williams-Sonoma are the totally useless but I have to have it novelty items I can purchase. And have. Mr. S has a bit of a fetish with animal cookies. So what did he get for Christmas? Animal cracker cookie cutters and cookie mix. Can I make mashed potatoes with a hand mixer? Sure, but that takes all the fun out of using my potatoe ricer.

My latest love and must have; the cake pans that make this cookie cake. For the love, it’s a giant Oreo!

And my dad is going to be pleasantly surprised when he opens his Father’s Day gift and finds his very own monogrammed steak brand. It should make up for that time I side-swiped a parked car as a teenager. I am the best daugher ever!

How About An Oreo To Go With That Shake?

If I could live on oreos and milk without all the calories I probably would. I guess it wouldn’t be so bad. The oreo is technically a “sandwich” and all that milk would do my body good. And the variety of choices, oh the variety! Every winter I look forward to seeing the box of white chocolate covered oreos smiling back at me as I walk down the cookie aisle. I can’t help but buy a box, or ten. This year, Santa Claus (yes, he does exist) even put a box in my stocking. And the Double Delight Mint. Refreshing and oh so satisfying.

Well, Nabisco has done it again. This time in the form of a classic, diner dessert. Oreos with Strawberry Milkshake Creme. I was a little skeptical they may not have captured the taste of a real milkshake. I know my ice cream. But they nailed it! They are only around for a limited time and you can’t have mine.  So get your own. But if you need a gift idea my birthday is only 53 short days away.