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10 Ways to Enhance your Outdoor Living

With people spending most of their spring and summer closer to home this year, there is no better time to create an outdoor oasis for you to spend your lazy afternoons in. Make it comforting and inviting with furnishings, outdoor décor and even backyard lighting for those cozy evenings.

BBQ & Outdoor Cooking Essentials

No one can argue that enjoying outdoor BBQs is one of the highlights of warmer weather. The Kenmore Pedestal Grill features 522 sq. in. of cooking space and the generous side shelves fold down for compact storage. This 3-burner patio grill features an electronic ignition for easy lighting, porcelain-coated cast iron cooking grids and a durable porcelain-enameled lid with a stainless steel handle.

Coleman RoadTrip 285 Portable Stand-Up Propane Grill features sturdy quick-fold legs and 2 wheels for hassle-free setup, take down, and transport. Plus it features an Insta-start ignition button for matchless lighting! (Just make sure to play it safe and picnic or barbecue at home to maintain social distance, until COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.) Find these and other BBQ and Outdoor Cooking Essentials here.

Patio Heaters

Warm up on those chillier nights with Bond Steel Gas Firetable or Portable Gas Fire Bowl. The bowl comes with pumice stones, locking lid with carry handle, 10ft propane gas hose with regulator and tank seat. Both are great for marshmallow roasting or adding a relaxing ambiance to your outdoor space. Find these and other outdoor heaters here.

Outdoor Patio Furniture

Make the most of outdoor spaces with a fresh patio set. This Collection Cosetta Patio Set is made of light weight Acacia wood construction and soft comfortable cushions. It’s small enough to fit most patios, while still providing enough room to seat 4 adults. The coffee table offers a sturdy construction with a decorative slat design top and stabilizing cross bar at the bottom. The set includes 2 arm chairs, 1 bench all with cushions and 1 coffee table.

The simple classic design of the Collection Bistro Set features two folding chairs and a Bistro table that also folds. The silver metal construction with black mesh chairs will suit any patio décor.

Create some shade so you can cool off on the hotter days with this 10ft. Bond Offset Umbrella Set. It includes 4-piece base and is available in blue, red or taupe.Customize your outdoor space with these and other patio furniture and accessories here.

Entertaining Décor & Accessories

Express your personal style with our wide selection of tableware and accessories. You’ll be surprised at how many choices there are to fit your patio theme. Plus, with much of our tableware made from durable materials, you’ll have no problem bringing it outdoors. Browse our full selection here.

Garden Tools & Planters

Work on your green thumb with our selection of outdoor planters and gardening tools. Planters and pots are perfect for adding a pop of colour without digging up the backyard. With our large selection of different styles and sizes, we’re sure you’ll find something that fits your outdoor space, regardless of its size. Plus, you can cart along all your gardening tools in this handy folding wagon from our Collection line. Browse our full selection of garden tools and planters here.

Outdoor Accessories

If you want to add a bit of functional style to your outdoor space, check out this Craft Van Cooler from our Collection line. Not only does it add character to your patio, you can also keep all your beverages cold. You can even use it to store other items when you’re not using it as a cooler, to maximize smaller patio spaces. Browse this and other outdoor accessories here.

Sun Care

Regardless of how much time you spend outdoors, make sure you’re well protected from the sun. From lotions and sprays to mineral options, you can find a sunscreen that’s right for you here.

Summer Clothing & Shoes

Whether you’re playing with your kids, doing some gardening or just soaking up a little sun, make sure you’re adequately dressed for the outdoors. We’ve got a selection of sandals, hats and comfortable clothing to help make spending time in your backyard more enjoyable. Explore our full clothing and shoe selection here.

Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Music adds a whole new element to your time outdoors, so why not use a bluetooth speaker to play your favourite tunes outside? The portability makes it convenient to take it anywhere in your patio space. Browse our full selection of bluetooth speakers here.

Outdoor Toys & Fun

If you’re looking to have some fun outside your yard, the Pelican Fazer 100 Kayak is the perfect choice. Built on a twin-arched, multi-chine hull, this sit-in kayak offers great stability and good tracking. It features an adjustable ERGOFORM padded backrest with seat cushion for comfort, a storage hatch with bungee cord to store your gear, a cockpit table, bottle holder, drain plug and carrying handles. Made of RAM-X impact-resistant material, it is built to last. So bring your Fazer 100 with you on your next adventure at the lake and create memorable stories worth sharing with everyone. Find these and other outdoor toys and fun here.

5 ways to Have a Fantastic Mother’s Day at Home

Mother’s Day will feel a little different than normal this year, but it doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate your mom! In lieu of going out, we’ve come up with 5 ideas you can do indoors to still help your mom feel special.

Home Spa

Forget trips to the spa or the cancelled mani-pedi appointments – bring the spa to you at home. Set the mood with a diffuser and your mom’s favourite essential oil or use a bluetooth speaker to play soft spa music.

Breakfast in Bed

Let mom sleep in, then bring her breakfast in bed to help her feel extra special. Blend up a smoothie, whip up an omelette, or prepare fresh waffles with a cup of coffee. Go that extra step and make sure to clean up afterwards!

Movie Night

Throw on some pajamas, get comfy, and throw the ultimate movie night at home for mom. Browse our selection of DVDs and Blu-ray to pick out some of her favourites. Don’t forget to grab some snacks and beverages for mid-movie munchies!

High Tea

Celebrate mom and help her feel like a queen with an afternoon of High Tea at home. With our tea selection, we’re sure you’ll find her favourite flavour. Plus our range of European snacks and crackers are sure to make this tea time feel extra authentic.

Games Day

Have a little fun by organizing a games day for mom. Pick up her favourite board games and let the competition begin, or even tackle a 1,000 piece puzzle with her. Not only is it a great way to spend indoors, but we’re sure she’ll appreciate the quality time.

5 Twists on Classic Recipes for Home Baking

With all the extra time at home, many are rediscovering their love of cooking, baking or just experimenting in the kitchen. It’s a great way to use ingredients you already have in your pantry, and keep the kids busy if you get them involved. There have also been some interesting creations trending on social media, such as Dalgona Coffee. If you’re feeling that urge to bake or want to get creative in the kitchen, gather up your baking tools and essentials and try out some of the recipes below!

Banana Bread with a Twist

There’s more than one way to make banana bread. If you feel like switching up that classic recipe or want to use up what you already have in your pantry, check out this collection from Kraft Canada.

(Find these recipes at kraftcanada.com)

Coconut Oil Chocolate Chip Cookies

Don’t have any butter? No problem! This recipe substitutes it for coconut oil to make these ooey, gooey, mouthwatering chocolate chip cookies.

(Find this recipe at chefsavvy.com)

Dalgona Coffee

You’ve probably seen this pretty, fluffy, whipped coffee all over your Instagram feed! While it may look extra-fancy, it’s actually super easy to make. All you need is a whisk, instant coffee and milk of your choice.

(Find this recipe at delish.com)

Black Bean Brownies

If you don’t have flour, you’ll be surprised to find that you can make these decadent, rich and chocolatey brownies using black beans! These taste amazing and are a bit better for you than traditional brownies.

(Find this recipe at chocolatecoveredkatie.com)

Peanut Butter Cookie in a Mug

Craving a sweet treat but don’t want to make an entire batch? Try this quick and easy peanut butter cookie in a mug recipe. It’s quick, easy and will satisfy your sweet tooth without the temptation of over-indulging.

(Find this recipe at allrecipes.com)

Baking can be an excellent at-home activity, especially if you’re craving something a little sweet. Don’t forget, you can find all your bakeware and baking tool essentials at LondonDrugs.com Good luck with your kitchen creations and happy baking!

Dyson Home Cleaning Service Contest

Nothing beats the feeling of a clean and organized home. You could WIN a professional home cleaning service, courtesy of Dyson! Enter on Facebook and Instagram.
See below for full contest details. You can also shop our Floor Care Savings Event (March 6 – 25, 2020) here.

Dyson Home Cleaning Service Contest – Official Rules

1) To enter:
On Facebook and Instagram:
– Follow London Drugs
– Share your best cleaning hack in the comments!

March 7 – 25, 2020 11:59pm PST

2) No purchase necessary. Limit one (1) entry per social network per contest. Limit one (1) prize may be won per household. Entries must be received no later than 11:59 pm Pacific Time on March 25, 2020. London Drugs is not responsible for entries that become lost or misdirected.

3) Contest is open to all residents of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba who, as of the date the prize draw is made: (i) have not won a London Drugs contest since March 25, 2019; (ii) have reached the age of majority in the province in which they reside as at March 7, 2020 iii) are not employees of London Drugs, their respective advertising and promotional agencies, the independent judging organization (if any), or any family member living with any such employee.

4) The winners will be randomly chosen on the day the contest ends (see dates below) in Vancouver, British Columbia, from all eligible entries received per contest. To win, selected entrants must have correctly answered the skill-testing mathematical question on the entry for on the online entry form and must sign London Drug’s declaration and release confirming compliance with the contest rules and acceptance of the prize(s) as awarded, releasing London Drugs from liability in association with the contest and prize and consenting to the use of their name, photograph, voice and statements for promotional and publicity purposes.

5) London Drugs is not responsible for any failure of any website during this contest, nor is it responsible for any problems or technical malfunctions of computer online systems, servers, access providers, computer equipment, software or any e-mail, online or internet entry lost due to technical problems or traffic congestion on the internet or at any website or any combination thereof, including any injury or damage to an entrant’s or any other person’s computer or property related to or resulting from playing or downloading any material in the promotion. The right is reserved by London Drugs to terminate this contest, in whole or in part, and/or modify, amend or suspend the contest, and/or these rules in any way, should any cause beyond the reasonable control of London Drugs or its agents affect the proper administration thereof.

6) There will be 1 (one) prize(s) awarded to 1 (one) winner: each receiving a Professional Home Cleaning Package valued at approx. $1,000*. Prize(s) must be accepted as awarded, are non-transferable and no substitutions are permitted. London Drugs reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value should any prize become unavailable for any reason. Prize will be awarded at the closest London Drugs location to the winner. *Professional home cleaning service will be determined based on location of winner and service company that operates in that location. The prize will be provided in the form of gift certificate, gift card or similar mechanism valued at $1,000.

7) Selected entrants will be contacted by email, or social network they were drawn from. No correspondence will be entered into except with selected entrants. If the winner does not respond then she/he will be notified for the second time, 3 (three) days after the first notification. If the winner still does not respond within 3 days of the second notification, a new winner will be chosen in the same manner until a winner is successfully contacted.

8) The chances of winning a prize will depend on the number of eligible entries received. Only one winner will be chosen from Facebook and Instagram combined. Decisions of the judges in respect of all aspects of this contest including, but not limited to, eligibility of entries and correctness of answers given to the skill-testing question, are final.

9) London Drugs, their respective advertising and promotional agencies, the independent judging organization, and their respective agents are not liable to an entrant in any manner relating to the contest or the awarding and use of the prize(s).

10) This Contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or any other social media platform which may be used to communicate this Contest. All such entities are completely released of all liability by each entrant in this Contest. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Contest should be directed only to London Drugs.

11) This contest is subject to all federal, provincial, and municipal laws and regulations. By entering the entrant consents to the collection of all personal information included on their entry and agrees to the use and disclosure of such information by and between London Drugs and their agents. The winner(s) also agrees to the collection, use and disclosure of their name, entry, photographs, voice and statements for London Drugs’ publicity purposes without further compensation. All personal information collected from entrants will be used only for the purposes of administering the contest and for marketing and promotional purposes as contemplated by these rules; under no circumstances will any personal information be sold or rented to third parties. All personal information collected by London Drugs will be kept in accordance with the privacy policy of London Drugs, which can be viewed at www.londondrugs.com, and in accordance with all applicable privacy laws.

12) The right is reserved by London Drugs to terminate this contest, in whole or in part, and/or modify, amend or suspend the contest, and/or these rules in any way, should any cause beyond the reasonable control of London Drugs or its agents affect the proper administration thereof.

STATEMENT OF DECLARATION AND RELEASE

All selected entrants will be required to sign the Statement of Declaration and Release attached before they can be declared a winner and receive a contest prize.

Lansinoh Giveaway

Lansinoh Giveaway – Official Rules

1) To enter on facebook and Instagram:
Share your best tip that makes mom life easier in the comments below.
Jan 31 – Feb 12, 2020, 11:59pm PST

2) No purchase necessary. Limit one (1) entry per social network per contest. Limit one (1) prize may be won per household. Entries must be received no later than 11:59 pm Pacific Time on Feb 12, 2020, 11:59pm PST. London Drugs is not responsible for entries that become lost or misdirected.

3) Contest is open to all residents of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba who, as of the date the prize draw is made: (i) have not won a London Drugs contest since Feb 12, 2019, 11:59pm PST; (ii) have reached the age of majority in the province in which they reside as at Jan 31, 2020 (iii) are not employees of London Drugs, their respective advertising and promotional agencies, the independent judging organization (if any), or any family member living with any such employee.

5) There will be 1 (one) prize(s) awarded to 1 winner that will be chosen from the Facebook and Instagram entries combined, receiving a Lansinoh Prize Pack valued at $382. Prize(s) must be accepted as awarded, are non-transferable and no substitutions are permitted. London Drugs reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value should any prize become unavailable for any reason. Prize will be awarded at the closest London Drugs location to the winner.

Contests dates: Jan 31 – Feb 12, 2020, 11:59pm PST
Draw Date: 12:00 PM Pacific Time (Feb 14, 2020)

6) Selected entrants will be contacted by email, or social network they were drawn from. No correspondence will be entered into except with selected entrants. If the winner does not respond then she/he will be notified for the second time, 3 (three) days after the first notification. If the winner still does not respond within 3 days of the second notification, a new winner will be chosen in the same manner until a winner is successfully contacted.

7) The chances of winning a prize will depend on the number of eligible entries received. Decisions of the judges in respect of all aspects of this contest including, but not limited to, eligibility of entries and correctness of answers given to the skill-testing question, are final.

8) London Drugs, their respective advertising and promotional agencies, the independent judging organization, and their respective agents are not liable to an entrant in any manner relating to the contest or the awarding and use of the prize(s).

9) This contest is subject to all federal, provincial, and municipal laws and regulations. By entering the entrant consents to the collection of all personal information included on their entry and agrees to the use and disclosure of such information by and between London Drugs and their agents. The winner(s) also agrees to the collection, use and disclosure of their name, entry, photographs, voice and statements for London Drugs’ publicity purposes without further compensation. All personal information collected from entrants will be used only for the purposes of administering the contest and for marketing and promotional purposes as contemplated by these rules; under no circumstances will any personal information be sold or rented to third parties. All personal information collected by London Drugs will be kept in accordance with the privacy policy of London Drugs, which can be viewed at www.londondrugs.com, and in accordance with all applicable privacy laws.

10) The right is reserved by London Drugs to terminate this contest, in whole or in part, and/or modify, amend or suspend the contest, and/or these rules in any way, should any cause beyond the reasonable control of London Drugs or its agents affect the proper administration thereof.

STATEMENT OF DECLARATION AND RELEASE

All selected entrants will be required to sign the Statement of Declaration and Release attached before they can be declared a winner and receive a contest prize.

Celebrity-Approved Gifts to Help You Finish Your Holiday Shopping

With literally millions of gift ideas at our fingertips these days, narrowing down the best of the best to give to your family and friends can be a daunting task – especially as the holidays quickly approach. Over the years, celebrities and influencers have curated their own holiday gift guides, in the hopes of helping you narrow down your options and find the perfect gift for each and every person on your list. To help make your gift shopping experience even easier, we’ve compiled some of the top celebrity-approved gift items that you can conveniently find at London Drugs! From Oprah Winfrey to Mariah Carey, here are the celebrity-approved gift ideas that will help you tick off the last few names on your holiday shopping list.

Oprah’s Picks

Oprah’s Favorite Things 2019 list is full of covetable items, expertly curated by Oprah and her team. This year, that includes the Ninja Foodi Cold & Hot Blender and Sony XB12 Extra Bass Portable Bluetooth Speaker, which you can both find at London Drugs! The Ninja Foodi brings the heat, with its new heating element that can boil in minutes to cook soups, simmer sauces and even melt cheese for fondue! Plus, it can still blend your favourite frozen drinks and smoothies with ease. The perfect gift for a foodie. Meanwhile, the Sony Extra Bass Speaker is a must-have for the music lover on your holiday shopping list. The speaker is waterproof, dustproof, rustproof and washable, meaning they can take their music with them pretty much anywhere. They’ll love the enhanced low-end tones, and the Li-ion battery that will last up to 16 hours.

Mariah Carey’s Pick

Mariah Carey is the queen of Christmas. After all, can you even think about Christmas without ‘All I want for Christmas is you’ popping into your head? This holiday season, Mariah is spreading Christmas cheer not only with her tunes, but with her hand-picked gift ideas too. Some truly unique items made her list, including the Arcade1Up Pac-Man Arcade Cabinet. These Arcade1Up games just launched at London Drugs this year, and they’ve already become a huge hit with customers! Enjoy the nostalgia of playing Pac-Man and Pac-Man Plus with this classic upright arcade cabinet. Gift it to someone with a love for old school arcade games, or introduce it to your kids as a way for them to explore the wonderful world of arcade gameplay for the first time. Plus, it’s the perfect way to get the whole family engaged in some fun together once the gifts are unwrapped on Christmas Day.

Of course, it wouldn’t hurt to pick up one of Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas albums on CD or vinyl too, to get you in the holiday spirit this season!

Ellen’s Pick

The official ‘Ellen’s List’ is out, and there’s one particular gift that made the cut and caught our eye: the Nintendo Switch Lite. No surprise this made the list, as it makes a great gift, especially for kids and teens. In fact, Ellen called it “the hottest toy of the year.” This new small, light version of the Nintendo Switch system has been optimized for handheld play. It’s also compatible with the popular Nintendo Switch games, like Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and more. They’re sure to keep the kids occupied for hours on road trips or anywhere else!

Jessica Simpson’s Pick

As you may have already learned in our blog on the resurging trend of film photography, film cameras have become a hot item once again. And not just with those who have used film before. A whole new generation is now exploring film photography for the very first time! That’s why it makes perfect sense that Jessica Simpson would pick the Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera, when she shared her favourite holiday gifts with People Magazine.

“We love all kinds of photography in our house! I can’t get enough of this precious time with my three kids without documenting everything. Capture memories in the moment and give friends an artistic keepsake. This camera is also fun for kids to use and create cool collages.”

Know someone who already has an Instax Mini camera? Fujifilm’s themed film (like Star Wars and Frozen 2) make great stocking stuffers, as does a stylish Instax Mini camera case or a cute little Instax Mini Album to store their snapshots.

Christina Milian’s Picks

The Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera clearly is one of the hottest holiday gift ideas for 2019! Not only did it make Jessica Simpson’s top picks, but singer (and actress – have you watched Falling Inn Love yet?) Christina Milian shortlisted the fun instant film camera on her holiday gift guide with E! News. She also featured another hot item on her list – Apple Air Pods. These are a must-have for any techies, or really anyone with a compatible Apple device (think: iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad or Mac). They deliver a fully wireless headphone experience and include a handy charging case, so they’re always ready to use. They’re automatically on and always connected, so you can change a song, make a call or even make a request from Siri on the fly.

Neil Patrick Harris & David Burtka’s Picks

When it comes to the holidays, actor Neil Patrick Harris and his husband David Burtka are known for going all-out. Their home is immaculately decorated, and they’ve become experts in holiday entertaining. With two 9-year-old twins, they also now have a pretty good knack for finding the perfect gifts for kids. In their 2019 holiday gift guide, the couple named Squishmallows stuffies and The Lego Movie 2 – Benny’s Space Squad set as must-have gift items. Apparently, both their kids will be getting Lego this year, according to David and Neil’s holiday Q&A in People Magazine!

Jillian Harris’ Picks

Local celebrity Jillian Harris, co-host of HGTV Canada’s “Love It or List It Vancouver”, and former Bachelorette, has shown time and time again that she can curate the best of the best in her annual holiday gift guides. This year, her ‘Gift Guide for Him’ included some of her husband Justin Pasutto’s favourite things. He earmarked both the Apple Watch and Apple Air Pods as his top tech picks. Showing up in several holiday gift guides, it’s safe to say Air Pods will be one of the most popular items gifted this season. Apple Watches also make a great gift, with various models and price points to choose from. The newest model, Series 5, comes with both GPS and Cellular capabilities, so you can stay connected with just your watch. It’s also swimproof, has an always-on retina display, and Emergency SOS among other handy features. If they already have an Apple Watch, accessories like these Spigen Rugged Armor cases, or style-conscious Apple Watch Straps would also be a smart gift idea.

We hope some of these celebrity-approved holiday gifts ideas will help you finish off your holiday shopping! Need your gifts delivered extra quick? When ordering from londondrugs.com, check and see if Same Day Delivery is available in your area and make sure to order before the designated cut off time!

Hosting for the Holidays: Small Appliances That Save You Time

The holidays are a great time to connect with family and friends, and take a well-deserved break. Hosting however, can be a daunting task. Fret not, we’re here to help facilitate your holiday hosting experience with the niftiest small appliances.

Small appliances are always a hot ticket item this time of year – they can be a great help in the kitchen while entertaining, and also make great gifts. From stand mixers to indoor grills, London Drugs has a vast assortment of small appliances to help chefs of all ages and abilities create conversation-worthy culinary delights for friends and family.

Cleaning it Up

Before the big day of hosting arrives, there is usually a day of cleaning. If your vacuum is no longer up to the task, we have some great options to make sure your floors are spotless before the guests come stomping through. For the pet owners out there, The Shark Pet Perfect II Vacuum is great at getting embedded pet hair out using the extra large motorized brush. If you’re looking for something more traditional, the Bissell AeroSwift Upright Vacuum with it’s 12” cleaning path and 5 height settings is sure to get the job done. If versatility is a requirement, the Shark Rocket DuoClean with Zero-M Vacuum does double time as a stand-up vacuum that converts into a hand-held. It’s great for cleaning the car too!

Mixing it Up

From holiday drinks to baking, you can pretty much guarantee there will be ingredients that need to get blended or mixed. For baking, there are essentially two options: a stand mixer or a hand mixer. The big factors when choosing between the two are space and use. The hand mixer isn’t as versatile, but much more compact. The stand mixer has a bigger footprint but packs a punch with its increased functionality. Good news for you: we have options for every baker and budget. For stand mixing options, the Oster Planetary Stand Mixer is great for batters and doughs, with a 350w motor and 4.5qt capacity. Having a big gathering? The Cuisinart Precision Master Stand Mixer is a little bigger at 5.5qt and a bit more powerful with a 500w motor. And of course, there are the ever-popular KitchenAid stand mixers, with both low power and high power options in addition to many different handy attachments. This KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer Bundle even comes with a shredder that allows you to slice and grate cheese, vegetables and fruit!

If kitchen space is a concern, consider these hand mixers. The Oster 6 Speed Mixer is a great compact hand mixer that even comes with a storage case, so you never lose a beater. The Black & Decker Helix Hand Mixer is an alternative option that has reinforced nylon construction and 5 speeds, plus a turbo boost!

The other half of mixing it up comes the night of the big event. While entertaining you might want to craft some creative holiday cocktails. Remember the trick to a good blended drink is the blender. The Ninja Pro Blender or Ninja Foodi Hot & Cold will chop through your ice cubes with ease to make the perfect blended drink. Plus, the Foodi is particularly great if you’re planning on making a puree or soup, as it has a built in precision heating element that boils in minutes.

Air Frying – and so Much More

Air frying is still a relatively new cooking method. The first consumer model was only publicly debuted at IFA in Berlin in 2010. If you haven’t tried it yet, what are you waiting for!? There are a range of options on the market and all have their respective strengths. Consider if multi functions are important to you, and then, what ones you’d use most. The Chefman 6L 3-in-1 Air Fryer is a leading contender in this area. Watch our Facebook Live event video here where we walk you through the cooking process to create some very tasty dishes that are sure to delight the family, especially over the holidays. The Ninja Air Fryer is another tempting option. It air fries, roasts, dehydrates and reheats! The dehydrating feature makes this versatile fryer a great space saver too.

Tea Service Time

Once dinner is over and the board games are on the table, it’s time to serve up the coffee and tea. This process can be simplified with prepping your coffee maker in advance. The Oster 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker can be programmed so if you keep a tight schedule, it can be ready when you need it. Alternatively, the Cuisinart Burr Grind and Brew Coffee Maker adds the freshness of just-ground coffee to your brew. It’s always ready to go at a moment’s notice, which is great for those dark January mornings too!

The Breville Smart Tea Infuser Kettle is another useful gadget that is sure to impress your guests. With its adjustable temperature control, you’re assured to get the perfect pot of tea every time. If you’re serving various kinds of tea (or coffee or cocoa) that require different water temperatures, the Hamilton Beach 1.7L Variable Temperature Kettle is a perfect choice. With a 1.7 L capacity, a 360 degree cordless base, and 6 pre-programmed temperature settings, it makes tea service simple and efficient.

Quirky Corner

No holiday kitchen saver blog would be complete without a few fun and quirky gadgets that any real host(ess) with the most(est) will appreciate.

Breakfast with Ease

If your child loves the movie Frozen, imagine how excited they would be to have Olaf waffles! The Frozen themed waffle maker will add even more surprise to their Christmas morning. If you’re hosting groups, the Chefman Electric Griddle & Crepe Maker gives you restaurant quality crepes without having to worry about stove temperature, or if your nonstick pan is going to not stick this time.

The Chefman Electric Griddle with temperature control is a great brunch tool, especially when making breakfast for the whole family. With 60 sq inches of nonstick cooking surface and 6 settings, you can get your eggs, bacon and pancakes ready with ease. It features a removable drip tray to insure an easy clean up.

BBQ Flavour Indoors

As seen on TV, you say? Maybe it was. But this handy little Ronco Indoor Grill is like an oversized toaster that will give you BBQ steak, grilled chicken, or juicy ribs. There is a reason it was seen on TV! Use it to grill some sides for your Christmas dinner. Best of all, come February, this grill will remind you how tasty BBQ food is, even during a long Canadian winter. Shop our full selection of appliances during our December appliance event, on now.