Are you wishing the summer would never end, and that you could spend your days relaxing in a beautiful home on the beach in the Caribbean? Well guess what? We’d like to be there with you! Since you love the Caribbean as much as we do, check out these four simple steps to help you…
A Taste Of The Caribbean
In our blog this month you learned how to bring the Caribbean to your backyard and how to create a Caribbean style kitchen. But the Caribbean islands are known for more than just lush tropical plants, and exotic, colorful interiors. Caribbean cuisine is influenced by the rich culture of the islands and includes a bounty…
How To Choose A Great Kitchen Layout
Remodeling your kitchen allows you to finally add all of those features you’ve always wanted. An eye-catching kitchen island, that handy hanging pot rack, a wine cooler — whatever it is you’ve always dreamt about can now be a part of your home. But the first step in a kitchen remodel and the key to…
Caribbean Life: 4 Easy Steps To Help Bring The Caribbean To Your Backyard
Did you recently return from a trip to the Caribbean, or do you love everything the Caribbean has to offer and long to visit? Either way we’ve got you covered! Read on to find out how you can bring the look and feel of the Caribbean to your own backyard! Step 1: Prep Your Backyard…
Back to School: Healthy Lunches Kids Love
Summer is sailing right on by and before long it’ll be time to start packing school lunches again. Don’t get caught off guard by the back-to-school morning rush or be tempted to reach for those pricey pre-boxed lunches at the store. Instead, start gathering ideas now for those first few weeks of school lunches. TheRTAStore…
5 Beautiful Celebrity Kitchens
When remodeling your kitchen, grabbing ideas from luxury homes can help shape your own space. Celebrity abodes are a great place to start since they feature the work of some of the top interior designers in the industry and offer many different elements you can recreate in your own way. Steal style inspiration from the…
How To Create A Caribbean Style Kitchen In 3 Easy Steps
Do you love the tropical look and feel of the Caribbean, and want to incorporate that same style into your kitchen? Then read on as we share three easy steps to help you design a Caribbean style kitchen you’re sure to love! 1. It’s All About Color As you begin the decorating process, you will…
Cultural Corner: 3 Cookout-Friendly Recipes “Brat” to You by Germany
Summer is prime cookout season, but are you tired of the same old summer cookout food? Add a delicious German twist to your next cookout! Serve up grilled bratwursts with a German take on two cookout-favorite sides, and wash it all down with a good German beer. Get started with these three deliciously authentic German…
Gimme S’More: Celebrate National S’mores Day the Homemade Way
There’s just something irresistible about a gooey marshmallow on top of melty chocolate, all smushed between two crisp graham crackers. Is your mouth watering yet? S’mores are so well-loved, there’s an entire day dedicated to them. That’s right, National S’mores Day is August 10th! In honor of this messy treat we’ve rounded up three scrumptious…
How To Clean And Restore Your Grill
Most of us retire our grills come fall — but before you cover it up, you’ll want to give it a good clean. An action-packed summer could mean your grill is not in great shape, and you don’t want to let the debris of your barbecues sit until next year. Here are a few easy…