Reviews by Friends of eatingcookies

Matt says "Chimney Rock Cabernet was not a crowd pleaser but I liked it" about Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon

Matt — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:35:37 GMT

We held a wine tasting in our office yesterday with all of our employees. All age ranges and all different tastes in wine. I thought the Chimney Rock Cabernet was plesant, smooth and packed a punch in the back of your mouth. I would describe it as having a medium body with a hint of plums. I like a nice full body red wine without a lot of tannins that make your mouth pucker. Apparently a few other members of the staff thought the Chimney Rock Cab was a little boring and light for what they expected from a Cab.

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this2shallpass19 says "These mittens do their job, but they're nothing special." about Toby N.Y.C. Infant Mittens

this2shallpass19 — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 07:03:09 GMT

I got excited a little while ago when I found a three-pack of Toby N.Y.C. Infant Mittens at Ross for only $2.99. At one dollar per pair of mittens, that's a bargain!

Each pair of mittens in the pack are a different color scheme. One pair are five-finger mittens and the other two pairs are the traditional mittens with a thumb in one part and four fingers in the other part. These mittens are made from: 86% acrylic, 13% polyester, and 1% spandex.

Although these mittens fit my son's hands pretty well, I wish the wrist part went up a little higher. When you put them on, it seems like you should be able to pull the mittens up more, but you can't. I guess that isn't exactly a problem, but an annoyance. Overall, Toby N.Y.C. Infant Mittens aren't a poor-quality product, but I don't feel there is anything special about them either. Since they were so inexpensive, I would probably buy them again.

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Meri says "I can't afford to save any more money!" about Kohl's - Credit Card

Meri — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:58:27 GMT

Now, I am not one to shop with a credit card but my daughter kept telling me about the deals she would get by using her Kohl's card. I finally succumbed.

I must confess that I was not sold on the Kohl's store the first couple of times I shopped there. They don't have the brands I usually purchase so it took a while to convert me. The quality is not that great on most things but for some items quality doesn't matter. I have learned what I will buy there and what I will shy away from. They do have a liberal return policy and they will even let you pay the credit charge you just made at the same register! That's different. In fact, they are just so nice I find myself stopping by once in a while just to look around. I have found new brands to love and discovered some old favorites back in the housewares department.

Kohl's credit cards are a must if you shop at Kohl's. By using their card you are entitled to many discounts not available to the general public. Kohl's is one of the few stores...

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this2shallpass19 says "Kirkland Signature Cibo Naturals Fresh Basil Pesto is perfect!" about Kirkland Signature Cibo Naturals Fresh Basil Pesto

this2shallpass19 — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:31:14 GMT

Even more than I like to cook Italian food, I love to eat it. Pastas and pasta sauces are among some of the best comfort foods in my opinion. I really like pesto, but haven't quite mastered making it from scratch with fresh ingredients, so that's where Kirkland Signature Cibo Naturals Fresh Basil Pesto comes in. It's a fresh pesto that is made with all natural ingredients. I bought it at Costco for around $10 for a large, 22 ounce container.

I love that this product is made with all natural ingredients, but I really love how good it tastes. It tastes really fresh! The blend of basil, garlic, parmesan cheese and olive oil is absolutely perfect. I have served it over ravioli and even used it as a dipping sauce for bread. This is definitely one of the best pestos I have ever had, if not the best.

Ingredients: fresh basil, extra-virgin olive oil, canola oil, non-GMO and rBGH-free parmesan cheese, pine nuts, fresh garlic, rice vinegar, salt and black pepper.

If you are a fan...

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LisaCarey says "Dress up dolls in the bathtub? " about Alex Tub Fashion

LisaCarey — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 05:41:02 GMT

Do you remember playing with paper dolls and changing their clothes? My daughter's have moved on to Melissa and Doug dolls, a twin set that gives them lots of clothes and accessories that are magnetic to dress their not so paper dolls. Since they had so much fun with dressing dolls that way, one friend purchased the Alex Tub Fashion set for them to use in the bathtub.

Bathtub time is a big deal at my house. It includes bubbles and playtime long before we get to the business at hand. My girls only a year apart are still where they like to do everything together which includes not using their own bathtub but using mom's instead so that they can have more space to be mermaids. Alex Tub Fashion toy was immediately sent to its room.

What do I like about the Alex Tub Fashion toy?

there are two dolls - and I have two girls
there are plenty of dress up items
the easy to store bag allows them to drip dry
the girls enjoy them
easy to use - just stick the doll to the side of the...

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LisaCarey says "A few suds, no surprises but the girls love it because it's Dora" about Fisher-Price Suds and Surprise Dora

LisaCarey — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 05:23:13 GMT

I was a little surprised with the girls were shopping for their birthday gift and they actually chose the Fisher-Price Suds and Surprise Dora. It didn't seem all that exciting to me but the price was right (on sale for $14.99) so I thought if they really want it that bad, sure let's give it a try.

The Fisher-Price Suds and Surprise Dora is a Dora doll that sits on a "tray' that is attached to the side of your bathtub and is removable. Dora's "head" is like those dolls that you can do their hair and put make up on their faces. The Dora head has longer hair than in the cartoon and when wet with cold or hot water it changes color adding stripes. It comes with a little bucket to pour water out and a sponge which causes tattoos to appear on Dora's face when used.

What I like about the Fisher-Price Suds and Surprise Dora

not too expensive
the tray attaches to the bathtub and really does stick
the girls enjoy it
still fun to play with even after all this time
good for ages 2 and...

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LisaCarey says "A cool mist that helps my family breathe easy at night " about Holmes Humidifier - Cool Mist Humidifier - HM1746

LisaCarey — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 05:14:18 GMT

Who would have ever thought living in Houston I would need an humidifier? But two of my daughter's suffers from seasonal allergies and for some reason, as soon as the heat comes on the one has a stuffed up nose, even with the worst cold symptoms. Both my husband and I have seasonal sinus trouble too. My pediatrician recommended that she sleep with a humidifier in her room so needing one that didn't add to the Houston heat we purchased the Holmes Humidifier - Cool Mist Humidifier - HM1746.

What I like about the Holmes Humidifier - Cool Mist Humidifier - HM1746.

not too expensive
lightweight - I can take it from the bedroom to the family room so we can use it all day
once it is filled it lasts a long time
several different settings - from lots of humidity to little as well as three settings for how the fan functions
safety feature on the fan to keep little fingers safe

What I don't like about the Holmes Humidifier - Cool Mist Humidifier - HM1746.

it's noisy - it is not really...

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LisaCarey says "Soft on the nose and the blow " about Kleenex Facial Tissue with Lotion

LisaCarey — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:56:12 GMT

I purchased Kleenex Facial Tissue with Lotion because it was less expensive than the Puff's brands with Aloe or Lotion. I wasn't disappointed but sometimes they just don't hold up to a good hard blow of the nose.

What do I like about Kleenex Facial Tissue with Lotion

softens my skin when I need a tissue
less expensive than other brands
works well - most of the time
easy to find at any store
variety of boxes for any decor
soft and smooth
helps with the pain and redness your nose can get from blowing too often

What don't I like about Kleenex Facial Tissue with Lotion

can't use for anything else
the lotion tends to give me a pimple or two on and around my nose
have to use two or more tissues sometimes for a good blowing of my nose

i admit, I have sensitive skin and when I have to use a tissue a lot (usually in the spring and again the entire month of December) the redness, drying and irritation that regular tissues give my skin is a real pain. At least when I...

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LisaCarey says "Tried and true remedy for congestion " about Vicks VapoRub

LisaCarey — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:44:58 GMT

Here is how it works in our household (and probably yours too). One daughter gets sick. Then the next one, then mom (dad never gets sick lucky dad). Mom is now sick and caring for two or more sick children. Everyone has chest or nose congestion, stuffy noses, runny noses and coughing going on. I know that when all this starts happening whether it's the middle of the night or first thing in the morning, I can grab the jar of Vicks VapoRub and rub it on chests (Mommy that tickles) and back and that within a few minutes all of us will be able to breathe, even those who didn't need any help!

What I like about Vicks VapoRub

inexpensive
tried and true remedy for most cold and flu symptoms
versatile (use in the shower, place some on your chest and back, also leave some on the vaporizer
the scent
it works!

What I don't like about Vicks VapoRub

the sticky feeling - after I apply it it sticks to your clothing yuck!

But this is the most important thing, it is tried and true....

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LisaCarey says "Helps children with tough coughs and colds " about Wyeth Consumer Dimetapp Long Acting Cough Cold, 4 OZ (pack Of 3)

LisaCarey — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:31:20 GMT

I know it's important for children to use a cough to break up chest congestion, but honestly sometimes you (as a parent) and they just need a little bit of down time for that tough painfully loud coughing that is making your children miserable and making it impossible for anyone to get any sleep. That's how the past week or so has been for this family as a tough runny nose and cough has made its way though each girl in this house. I decided to give us all a break and use Dimetapp Long Acting Cough Cold to hopefully get a little break and a whole lot of sleep.

What I like about Dimetapp Long Acting Cough Cold

grape flavor (1 our of 2 of the children like it and it's ok with me I'll take those odds)
small amounts needed to be helpful (1/2 teaspoon for preschoolers)
it really is long acting
children and mom get a break from the coughing
every one gets some sleep

What I don't like about Dimetapp Long Acting Cough Cold

one child has to be forced to take it
it's got lots of...

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LisaCarey says "My little princess likes to drink from this little princess cup " about Playtex Disney Princess Insulator 9oz 1-Pack Spill-Proof Cup

LisaCarey — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:18:06 GMT

My daughter's have almost outgrown the whole "sippy cup" thing but at home it's nice to have a little extra cushion to prevent spills, especially since there is two of them and one of me. My most recent adventure into big girl sippy cups was the Playtex Disney Princess Insulator 9oz 1-Pack Spill-Proof Cup, priced at $5.99.

What I like about the Playtex Disney Princess Insulator 9oz 1-Pack Spill-Proof Cup

just the right size (sometimes a little too big but I have to refill less often)
3D Disney princess design
available in a variety of colors
the double pack was not double the price but only $7.99 and two is always better than one in my household
the click latch lid that lets you know for sure that the lid is screwed on
the easy to remove and clean seal
double wall insulation keeps drinks colder longer
the mouth piece is designed to teach children how to hold their mouth to drink from regular cups
easy grip design
my daughters love it

What don't I like about...

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this2shallpass19 says "Almost perfect lip balm in a hard to open tin!" about on10 Schweppes Pink Grapefruit Lip Balm SPF 15

this2shallpass19 — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:48:42 GMT

I'm always on the lookout for new types of lip balm and I recently found a new one that I hadn't seen before: on10 Schweppes Pink Grapefruit Lip Balm SPF 15. I love citrus scented products, especially grapefruit, so this seemed like a perfect fit.

This lip balm can be purchased by itself or in an on10 Schweppes Pink Grapefruit Travel Kit, which is how I purchased it. It is a small 0.35 ounce collector tin with a vintage looking logo of a woman and her grapefruit umbrella on the lid. Inside the tin is a pink lip balm that actually goes on clear. It also contains SPF 15 which will be handy when summer rolls around.

The feeling of on10 Schweppes Pink Grapefruit Lip Balm SPF 15 on the lips is soft and silky, just how a lip balm should feel. It glides on your lips effortlessly and makes them feel moisturized and hydrated. With the exception of artificial colors, this lip balm is made with exceptional ingredients like: organic olive oil, coconut oil, vitamin E and cocoa butter. ...

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LisaCarey says "Scrunching and Curling my hair with LOTS of this gel " about Garnier Fructis Gel Srunchy Curl 8.5 oz

LisaCarey — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:45:15 GMT

I don't have a lot of time to spend on my hair - which is part of the reason I take advantage of my curly hair for easy hair styles. The problem with that if finding hair care products that actually help me get the curls I want and that doesn't cost too much or weigh my already thick heavy hair down. Garnier Fructis Gel Scrunchy Curl Gel does just that.

What I like about Garnier Fructis Gel Scrunchy Curl Gel

easy to find it
easy to use it
inexpensive
smells nice
makes my hair curly without weighing it down
no crunchy feeling in my hair

What I don't like about Garnier Fructis Gel Scrunchy Curl Gel

you have to use A LOT to get the gel all throughout your hair and get curls everywhere

Garnier Fructis Gel Scrunchy Curl Gel is an great low cost curly hair care product. But by the time I got to the end of the tube (which by the way you need to store standing up or you can't get to all the gel) I was sort of tired of using it. Sure, it has some natural ingredients in it and...

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LisaCarey says "Little princesses tea party playtime is fun " about Disney Princess Tea Party Play Set

LisaCarey — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:28:13 GMT

My daughters, like so many other little girls are crazy for Disney Princesses. When they saw the Disney Princess Tea Party Play Set (27 pieces) they just had to have it and at $10.00 for the set that they could share I was more than happy to add it to their play kitchen at home.

The Disney Princess Tea Party Play Set contains 27 pieces with plates, spoons, forks, cups and a tea pot. They are decorated in pink, yellow and purple pastel colors and feature pictures of the Disney Princesses. They are durable, washable and attractive.

My girls love playing with the Disney Princess Tea Party Play Set! They use it to cook a meal and serve it to each other and their friends. We used it for a real live princess tea party where the girls all dressed up in their princess costumes and served real tea and snacks. The decals didn't even wash off after use!

With two girls, I am definitely getting my money's worth out of the Disney Princess Tea Party Play Set. This is an imaginative...

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LisaCarey says "Great hold for my curly hair style - not so great for my scalp " about Maybelline Garnier Fructis Style Volumizing Anti Humidity Hair Spray Extra Strong 3 250ml

LisaCarey — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:19:09 GMT

When I first started using Maybelline Garnier Fructis Style Volumizing Anti Humidity Hair Spray Extra Strong I thought, "Wow" this will be a great product to review it holds my curly hair style and gives me great lift. But unfortunately the more I used it the less I liked it.

What I like about Maybelline Garnier Fructis Style Volumizing Anti Humidity Hair Spray Extra Strong

inexpensive
easy to find
smells good
holds my hair style - curly or straight
helps with fighting humidity and frizz

Sounds great doesn't it? Until . . . .

What don't I like about Maybelline Garnier Fructis Style Volumizing Anti Humidity Hair Spray Extra Strong

dry scalp
flaky
makes my head itch

So you see the problem. I find an inexpensive, easy to find and purchase hair spray that is AWFUL for my hair. The more I used it the more itchy, flaky dandruff scalp I got. Don't get me wrong, I don't use a lot of hairspray just enough to lift and hold. But unfortunately with using Maybelline...

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LisaCarey says "Smooths the frizz in my hair but not too much for a lather " about Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo

LisaCarey — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:09:45 GMT

With naturally curly hair it is difficult to find shampoos and conditioners as well as styling products that can actually allow me to keep the easy hairstyle that curls gives me and that keeps the frizzy fly aways away even in the Houston humidity. I don't mind paying for quality, but we all have a budget so I was happy to try the Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo on my hair.

What I like about Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo

it makes my hair feel healthy and strong
fights frizzes better than most shampoos
not too heavy - I actually still have curly hair after using it
a little goes a long way
natural ingredients

What I don't like about Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo

it doesn't lather really well
it is really expensive
the aroma - I got used to it but the first few shampoos the tea tree and menthol aroma made me feel like I was trying to treat my sinuses not wash my hair
only find it at a salon or special stores

Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo is an excellent choice for straight...

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this2shallpass19 says "This awesome book teaches you about dinosaurs & the alphabet!" about My Dinosaur ABC Book

this2shallpass19 — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:53:15 GMT

My son is in a major dinosaur phase right now. He loves watching Dinosaur Train on TV and adores the plastic dinosaurs he has. While shopping at a Borders book store recently, I saw the perfect book for my son: My Dinosaur ABC Book. Since my son not only loves dinosaurs, but is also learning the alphabet, this was the perfect book!

My Dinosaur ABC Book is a hard-cover book that dedicates each page to an alphabet letter and a dinosaur that starts with that specific letter. It provides a nice picture and a short description of that type of dinosaur too. For example: the "B" page shows a capital "B" and a lowercase "b", along with information on the Brachiosaurus dinosaur. Each page also says how to pronounce each dinosaur - BRACK-ee-oh-SAWR-us.

This is by far my son's favorite book. The colors are vibrant and each page is totally different from the last. Not only is it engaging because of the dinosaurs, but he is learning the alphabet, so it is educational too. On every...

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vivasuzi says "Use them on the window, or the fridge, or the wall!" about Product Works Jingle Jelz Window Decor

vivasuzi — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:12:35 GMT

I bought two different kinds of Jingle Jelz at Bronner's Christmas Wonderland and now I can't wait to go back and buy some more.

Jingle Jelz are holiday decorations that come in a variety of cartoon characters and shapes. At Bronner's I only saw the Christmas kind, but online I see they have various holiday designs. I bought Woodstock (from snoopy) and a set of snowflakes as seen in the picture. These are window clings, but what makes them different is that the Jingle Jelz are made of a thick gel-like substance that makes them soft and mushy.

Jingle Jelz aren't just for windows! As you can see from my pictures, I use them on my painted walls. I was worried they would eventually fall off, but they've been up for weeks with no trouble. Last year I had woodstock on my fridge and the snowflakes on my glass door. So there are various places that these will stick. Any smooth surface should do. I like to keep the Jelz inside the house where I can see them rather then putting...

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TunefulGal says "When the Christmas din is down, relax w/ your London Ritz tutor." about William Morrow and Co., Inc. The London Ritz Book of Christmas: The Art & Pleasures of a Traditional Christmas

TunefulGal — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:56:46 GMT

Right between Christmas and the New Year, I crave the lazy rhythm of an afternoon spent with holiday history books and recipe collections. These are the books, often received as gifts, that take the pressure off only when you've finished with your own turkey or roast beef for the year. When the kids are napping or out with their friends... When the guys are watching one big game or another... When nothing sounds better than a cozy chair and a cup of flavorful tea...

Some books bear reading and re-reading as does The London Ritz Book of Christmas: The Art & Pleasures of a Traditional Christmas by Jennie Reekie. Within its mere 64 pages are lavish courses of food and drink and descriptions of the English holiday customs which so colored the lives of Christmaslovers like Queen Victoria and Charles Dickens. These are the substance of Christmas past which the Ritz Hotel still avidly explores.

The famed Ritz Hotel opened in 1906. As with so many extraordinary hostelries,...

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this2shallpass19 says "This delicious seasoning will wake up your taste buds!" about Cajun's Choice Blackened Seasoning

this2shallpass19 — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:48:48 GMT

I am a major foodie and a passionate cook, so I love having a cupboard filled with different spices and seasonings for all my cooking needs. My husband and I both love spicy food, so Cajun's Choice Blackened Seasoning is used pretty frequently in my home.

Even though this seasoning is called a "blackened" seasoning, you don't have to use it for that purpose. Although it does make great blackened fish and chicken, it could also be used as a spicy, more flavorful alternative to cayenne pepper.

Cajun's Choice Blackened Seasoning contains: all natural spices (including paprika, red, black and white peppers, oregano), salt, onion and garlic.

The flavor of this seasoning is nice and spicy and kind of dry in the sense that it isn't very salty. When I use this product I generously season my chicken with it and then cook it on a high heat to create a good Cajun "crust" of seasonings, and then lower the temperature to cook through out. I then chop up the blackened chicken and throw it...

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