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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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Lazy Day Kitchen Hack: Cake Pops in One Bowl

Lazy Day Kitchen Hack: Cake Pops in One Bowl


There’s a day for everything, and August 10 is reserved for doing as little as possible. National Lazy Day is the perfect excuse to ditch complicated recipes, skip multiple mixing bowls, and lean into laid-back baking. For anyone who loves dessert but not the fuss that usually comes with it, this is your moment. The best part? With a little help from the Babycakes Cake Pop Maker, you can whip up sweet treats in no time using just one bowl. No oven. No hassle. Just mix, bake, and decorate.

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Backyard Summer Movie Night Treats for Weekend Fun

Backyard Summer Movie Night Treats for Weekend Fun


Summer weekends are made for slowing down and savoring small, meaningful moments. After a busy week, Friday or Saturday nights are a chance to gather in the backyard, string up a few lights, and turn the ordinary into something special. Creating that kind of atmosphere doesn’t require a big production, it just takes a little preparation and the right kitchen tools. With fun, family-friendly appliances like the Toastmaster Stir Popcorn Maker and Mickey Mouse Kettle Popcorn Popper, you can bring classic movie snacks to life with a fresh summer twist. The next step? Filling your backyard theater with irresistible popcorn creations everyone will love.

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Celebrate Friendship and School Days with Mickey-Inspired Lunches

Celebrate Friendship and School Days with Mickey-Inspired Lunches


Back-to-school season is in full swing, bringing earlier mornings, tighter schedules, and the everyday challenge of packing lunches kids will actually eat. A great lunch can offer more than fuel, it brings comfort, encourages social moments, and gives kids something to look forward to.

This National Friendship Day, bring some character to your lunch routine with help from the Disney kitchen appliance collection. With tools like the Mickey Mouse Sandwich Maker, Mickey & Pluto 2-Slice Toaster, and Mickey & Friends 5-Quart Slow Cooker, lunch prep becomes fun, quick, and full of personality.

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Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day with Wing-Inspired Snack Hacks

Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day with Wing-Inspired Snack Hacks


National Chicken Wing Day is the ultimate excuse to embrace bold flavor, crave-worthy crunch, and all things saucy. But if you thought wings were the only way to wing it, think again. This year, we’re taking the celebration beyond the drumette with wing-flavored snacks made using Toastmaster appliances.

Whether you’re team air fry or die-hard deep fry, we’ve got you covered. With the Toastmaster Air Fryer and Toastmaster Deep Fryer, you can enjoy finger-licking flavor your way with fewer steps, less mess, and loads of crispy satisfaction.

Get ready to turn your kitchen into a wing-lover’s paradise with five delicious snack hacks inspired by iconic chicken wing flavors. Let’s jump right into it.

 

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70 Years of Wonderful Disney Now in Your Kitchen

70 Years of Wonderful Disney Now in Your Kitchen


July 17 marks the 70th anniversary of Disneyland, a place built on imagination, fun, and timeless characters like Mickey Mouse. While fans around the world honor this milestone, there’s a special way to join in from home: by recreating classic, theme park–inspired treats in your own kitchen.

With our collection of officially licensed Mickey Mouse kitchen appliances, you can transform your counter into a mini Main Street U.S.A. Whether you’re serving up warm waffles, fluffy beignets, or colorful cake pops, these appliances make it easy to channel the fun of the parks, no park ticket needed.

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