
I’ve never owned an espresso machine, but I’ve always been curious about making espresso at home. My usual method is easy and low effort: a simple pour-over with a coffee cone and paper filter. Espresso machines intimidate me, because they remind me of loud and bulky machines with too many features I didn’t know how…

I am showcasing my favorite product tests of the year by launching the BeeKneeBob Awards! In 2024, I got to try over 300 products across various categories, and if you are new to my blog, my favorite products to review are the edible ones! From the perfect morning coffee brews to late-night snack cravings, these…

This year, I am excited to launch The Beekneebob Awards, a showcase of my personal favorite product tests of 2024. As a member of various consumer testing panels, I had the privilege of trying over 300 products this year. In this series, I’ll be highlighting my most-tested categories across multiple blog posts. To kick things…

I’ve only had a few opportunities to shop at an Asian grocery store, and each visit has been a lot of fun. They always offer a unique experience compared to my usual western supermarket trips. Asian grocery stores provide a wide variety of foods I can’t find locally. Since these stores are usually out of…

In my household, one brand of peanut butter reigns supreme: Jif! I won’t waste your time lining up all of the popular brands of peanut butter and explaining in exhaustive detail why Jif is the preferred choice—I don’t have an answer. Sometimes, brands are number one simply because it’s what you’re used to. I can’t…

(This blog post focuses on the items included in the Fall Faves 2023 Voxbox by Influenster.) Fall is in the air, and like every seasonal change we may have to make adjustments to certain aspects of our routine to maintain good health. This is the time of year when pesky allergies creep in and our…