Author: Kate

In my two and more years of experience on Etsy, I can assure you that the images are very important on this platform. The image is the visual representation of the product that can attract or reject instantly. Identifying the drawbacks and knowing the photo size techniques and tips will help you boost your sales, just like mine.  The terms may seem unfamiliar, but the definition is simple. So believe me, you will understand. Now is the perfect time to read the blog and make your Etsy profile more attractive.  The Best Photos for the Best Sale I was not…

Knives are the most essential tool in my kitchen, which is likely true for everybody. Whether I’m chopping vegetables, slicing through a juicy steak, or delicately cutting herbs, my trusty knife is always ready. With such utility comes excellent responsibility, cleanliness, and hygiene. So when must a knife be cleaned and sanitized? In my blog today, I would like to take a step back and share some information on when that is needed. Let’s read about why and how cleaning and maintaining your knives inside is essential. The Importance of Knife Hygiene It began with a simple realization: There was…

I have shared several Etsy app tips with you for the best sales. But I never shared how I take time for myself and relax. Uploading products and images, finding optimized titles, and tracking orders will end my regular days. Initially, I was super excited about this, and later, it felt very exhausting and stressful. At first, I thought taking a break might affect sales, but then I heard about vacation mode on Etsy shop. After done that, save tons of time to enjoy the real vacation.  I was happier than anyone in the world, so I went on vacation…

I remember the first time I found a new vegetable at the local farmer’s market that became one of my all-time favorites – purple hull peas. Their dark, bold color first drew my attention, and I wondered if they would be as flavorful or soft. I had no way of knowing that these humble legumes would become the pillars of my cooking. It became a sweet tradition of cooking them in 2 hours, catching up with the memories and flavors I now hold dear. As such, come with me on a tour of my purple hull pea journey by learning…

In South America, culinary traditions are deeply rooted, with a strong emphasis on beef. In comparison, chicken sausage has a less prominent role in their meals. Recently, one of my neighbors from Argentina asked me to share a healthy air fryer recipe for chicken sausage. She tried the recipe, and now she’s a fan of the deliciously easy and crunchy chicken sausage. Given her positive feedback, I thought you might also enjoy this recipe and discover a new favorite in chicken sausage. Let’s see how to cook chicken sausage in air fryer. Favorite Flavored Meat Usually I am not a…

I have always thought that boiling blue crabs is a milestone. I distinctly remember my first experience, performing in a huge pot with great courage. At first, the whole thing seemed scary – crabs coming to life around me and all that precision timing. But when I finally breached the world of crab boils, not only was it usable, but it was ridiculously bonding. In this blog, I will tell you how to prepare a seafood feast easily and share my methods, so pay attention! Identifying Blue Crabs When I fell in love with blue crabs, it was on a…

I have always believed that dieting is a way of life. No one can be healthy by taking a crash diet or to achieve short-term goals. So it’s always important that we take possible options that can be followed consistently. I like carbs very much more than all others. The best carb I carve more is potatoes and its various food items, especially the hash brown patties.  Even though I eat carbs, I choose healthy options to cook. There comes the importance of an air fryer, that can be used to cook most of the food without oil. Nowadays, I…

Today, I will share one of my favorite adventures in the kitchen: cooking kidney beans from scratch. If you ever wondered how to go from those hard little beans into tender, flavorful bites, welcome! Believe me, after you’ve cooked them once yourself – and they’re so straightforward to cook that there’s little excuse not to anymore – canned beans will feel like nothing more than slop from a sty. Do You Need to Soak Kidney Beans? The question that arises more often when using kidney beans is whether to soak them. The short answer is yes, and here’s why. Why…

Today, I want to tell you about my new favorite way of preparing frozen ravioli. Whether you are a time-strapped worker-bee or appreciate the convenience of frozen ravioli, this blog can help you find out how long to cook frozen ravioli. Let’s get started! Sometimes, I want someone else to do the work for me – even though ravioli only requires a few steps and less than 15 minutes from start to finish. Frozen ravioli is such a helper in the kitchen as it can be very versatile in how you prepare it. When shopping for ravioli, you have many…

I am excited to share the findings and preparation that have led me to a most peculiar-tasting mushroom- Chicken of the Woods. If you need to become more familiar with this term, you are in for a treat. The identification of this mushroom is straightforward, and it tastes like Chicken in texture. And now, a word from the chef about how I put together this glorious treat. Here is my recipe, let’s see how to cook chicken of the woods mushrooms.  What Does Chicken of the Woods Taste Like? Chicken of the Woods is known for its distinct taste and…