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By request, I've compiled a little gift guide for the guys shopping for that special lady. So here are a few nifty things that the lady in your life may appreciate. I don't claim that any of these are really great gifts for the woman for whom you're shopping, but they're nifty. Ok, so: Does your lady take her phone's camera to new levels of photographic artistry? Get her this really cool clip-on lens to up her game. It's pretty cool.  Celebs sure wear a lot of fun necklaces, but they're all so expensive. Get the style without the price right here . She might love it.   You got a badass on your hands? This. Ever thought about getting your special woman a bag or a tote but feel like you have no idea what you're doing? Get this one. It's classic, fashionable, and notable. All-day lounging comfort is awesome. So is this ridiculously nice robe . It's on a level of Olaf-likes-warm-hugs stuff.  These may not be the cutest thing out there, bu...

So, as in years past, here's the deal- Some people (I'm sure you know at least one) are difficult when it comes to gifting. So to make it easy on you, I find random, nifty things that I think would make cool gifts and I share them with you. Buy one for yourself, buy one for a friend, buy one for a lover, buy none. I don't get any money from sharing these with you, I just think these things are cool and unique. Sound good?  Ok, so: Do you know a guy in your life that needs a quality timepiece without breaking the bank? Hamilton is one of America's heritage brands that has been around since 1912. Try this watch out for casual style that can easily pair with a tuxedo for a black-tie affair.  Have a baseball fan in your life? The New York Times has compiled baseball history books , by team, to make this year's gift giving easy. They're awesome, and they're beautiful. For that wine enthusiast in your life, check out this classic corkscrew that blend...

So, here's the deal- Some people (I'm sure you know one) are difficult when it comes to gifting. SO to make it easy, I find random, nifty things that I think would make cool gifts and I share them with you. Buy one for yourself, buy one for a friend, buy one for a lover, buy none. I don't get any money from sharing these with you, I just think these things are cool and unique. Sound good? Ok, so: Shinola makes one of finest American timepieces in the world, from the heart of Detroit. Also, they aren't prohibitively expensive. Check out the Shinola Runwell for a unique timepiece with a great story.  Some people have immense pride in the place in which they live. Let them show it in a unique way with these coasters .  Apple isn't a perfect company. In fact, the design of the laptop chargers has been pretty abysmal over the years. Here's how you fit your charger behind something , because it sticks out way too far, otherwise. I mean, you can drink and pla...

A dear friend asked me if I could provide him a recipe for Thanksgiving for a turkey. This recipe is easy and simple, though it looks long. Read it first, gather what you'll need, and start on the afternoon of the Wednesday before Thanksgiving with a thawed turkey. Have fun and enjoy! What ya need: 12 lb turkey, thawed (if frozen) 1 gallon of vegetable broth  1 gallon of very cold tap water 1 cup of finely ground sea salt  1 tablespoon  of dried rosemary  1 tablespoon  of dried sage  1 tablespoon of dried thyme  1 tablespoon of dried poultry seasoning 1 stick (1/4 lb) of unsalted butter 1/2 cup of dry white wine Ok, so: Using a mortar & pestle or a spice grinder (coffee grinders work here too) finely grind and combine the rosemary, sage, thyme, and poultry seasoning. Then, in a large stockpot, combine the spice mix with the salt and vegetable broth and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to make sure everythin...

It's almost Thanksgiving and some people are asking for creative, new ideas for Thanksgiving side dishes. I posted this earlier this year, but decided to re-post it now, for ease. Enjoy!!! --- So sweet potatoes are good. Whiskey is good. So, logically, why not mix them together and see what happens? I tried. It's good. What ya need: 2-1/2 cups cooked, mashed sweet potatoes 4 Tablespoons butter, softened 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar Pinch of salt 1/3 cup Jack Daniel's Whiskey Ok, so: Preheat the oven to 350ºF. In a big bowl, mix together the sweet potatoes, butter, brown sugar, salt, and whiskey. Spoon this mixture into a greased casserole dish or pie pan. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes. Oh hey, you're done.

Gin. Some people love it, others do not. I'm a weird minority that just has to be in the mood for it to drink it. That mood doesn't grace my mind often, though. Regardless, here's a cool gin-based recipe that is just fun to drink. Ladies and gents, the Aviation- What ya need: 1 ounce fresh lemon juice 2 ounces gin 1/2 ounce maraschino liqueur 1/4 teaspoon simple syrup 1 cup ice cubes Ok, so- In a cocktail shaker, combine the lemon juice, gin, maraschino liqueur, and simple syrup. Throw in the ice and shake for about 20 seconds. Strain into an old fashioned glass or a coupe glass and enjoy! Some people garnish this with a cherry, but I could care less.

People used to drink. Take that how you will. I think that the art of the cocktail has gone to the way of the drunk girl, who thinks she can pull of pearls as well as Audrey Hepburn (hint: NO ONE pulls off pearls that well, you dumb whore), who orders a well vodka with cranberry and calls it classy. Sit the fuck down. Ok, I'm sorry for that. So here's the deal. About 90 years ago, someone thought up the Negroni. Drink this. Enjoy this. Smile. What ya need: 1.5 oz Campari 1.5 oz gin 1.5 oz sweet vermouth a sliver of orange peel Ok, so: Fill a glass with ice. Put all the ingredients in said glass. Stir together, gently. Boom, you're done. Let's all have a drink.

Ok, I'm just going to go ahead and vent here for a second. Get that sweet, colorful, absurd fruit out of your daiquiri. It's not supposed to be there. Stop it. For your drinking pleasure, here's how you make a real daiquiri. Ready? Ok. What ya need: 2 ounces of white rum (I prefer Bacardi Superior) 3/4 ounce of fresh squeezed lime juice (if you use Rose's lime or something like it, go read a book) 1 teaspoon of superfine (confectioner's) sugar Ok, so: Stir together lime juice and sugar. When well incorporated, add rum, fill with ice, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. Strain into a glass. Drink. Smile.