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End-of-Summer Labor Day Grilling & Entertaining Recipes

End-of-Summer Labor Day Grilling & Entertaining Recipes


Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to celebrate the end of summer with great food, family gatherings, and easy kitchen solutions that make entertaining stress-free. From grilling on the patio to preparing make-ahead sides in your favorite kitchen appliances, this holiday calls for recipes that bring flavor to the table while keeping preparation simple. Using quality appliances from Toastmaster, TRU, and Babycakes, you can enjoy delicious meals without the hassle. This guide features creative dishes that showcase late-summer produce, savory grilling favorites, and refreshing desserts to help you host the perfect backyard celebration.

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Labor Day
5 Easy Tropical Rum Recipes to Make at Home

5 Easy Tropical Rum Recipes to Make at Home


National Rum Day is the perfect occasion to explore one of the most versatile spirits in the world. From tropical cocktails in a glass to frozen rum drinks that cool you down instantly, rum is a cocktail bar essential that invites creativity. Enjoy it with white rum, golden rum, or spiced rum, and discover endless possibilities for refreshing drinks.

The TRU Ice Maker brings the home bar experience into your kitchen with crystal-clear, perfectly sized ice cubes that melt slowly to preserve bold flavors. This means you can craft cocktails at home that are as beautiful as they are delicious. In honor of National Rum Day, we are sharing inventive rum cocktail recipes you can make right in your own kitchen. Each drink pairs the spirit’s rich character with the TRU Ice Maker’s pristine ice for unforgettable results.

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5 Sugar Cookie Ideas Perfect for Toaster Ovens

5 Sugar Cookie Ideas Perfect for Toaster Ovens


Every July 9, National Sugar Cookie Day gives us the perfect excuse to indulge in buttery, golden, melt-in-your-mouth cookies. But this year, let’s do more than bake. Let’s decorate and elevate your sugar cookie game with Toastmaster Toaster Oven and trivet hacks from Select Brands. From perfectly even baking to clever countertop cooling, we’re bringing you five creative sugar cookie recipes along with expert tips to help you bake like a pro.

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DIY Stitch Cake Pops – A Sweet Treat for Disney Fans

DIY Stitch Cake Pops – A Sweet Treat for Disney...


If you're a Disney lover or simply looking to impress at your next party, these Stitch Cake Pops are an adorable and delicious way to bring a little magic into your kitchen. Using the Disney Lilo & Stitch Cake Pop Maker, you’ll have fun turning a simple cake mix into a sweet tribute to everyone’s favorite alien!

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Hop Into Easter with Select Brands: Sweet Treats, Sips & Springtime Sizzle

Hop Into Easter with Select Brands: Sweet Treats, Sips &...


Spring is here—and so is Easter hosting season! Whether you're planning an Easter brunch, crafting kid-friendly desserts, or sipping something chilled on the patio, Select Brands has you covered with festive, foolproof appliances from Babycakes, Toastmaster, and TRU.

From pastel-perfect cupcakes to floral-infused cold brews, here’s your one-stop Easter hosting guide—with appliance-friendly inspiration and spring flair in every detail. This 3 part series includes brunch, sweets and drinks to make this Easter a special one you’ll enjoy with Select Brands. 

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The Ultimate Super Bowl Hosting Spread: Game-Day Recipes with Select Brands and Kristen @thehappiestclubonearth

The Ultimate Super Bowl Hosting Spread: Game-Day Recipes with Select...


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