Category Archives: Entertaining

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No Guest Room? No Problem! Accommodating Guests in Small Spaces

Having a small everyday living space doesn’t mean you can’t have visitors. Most people who live in small homes naturally learn to make the most of every inch of the space; accommodating guests in apartments just requires some additional creative thinking and organization. The ideal temporary guest room offers a comfortable place to sleep, nighttime privacy, and access to the bathroom and kitchen facilities. The way you offer these features will depend on the space you have and what furnishings … Read More →

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Cable vs Streaming–Where Do You Stand?

There is a format war raging in homes and apartments across the country. People are declaring their stance on the best way to watch televised entertainment in the modern age. While many still lift up a premium cable package as the superior experience, there are those who have abandoned tradition and taken to the web. Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming services are enticing some to drop cable completely and simply watch everything online. There seems to be no clear victor … Read More →

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Some Healthy and Tasty Seafood Recipes

When you’re cooking in your apartment, it’s easy to forget how great it is to live in Florida. Right on the Gulf Coast, we have access to some of the best seafood in the country! Take a look at these great seafood recipes you can cook today, without having to scour the state for ingredients. 1. Seafood Ramen Noodle Soup Begin by hard boiling 2 eggs, and sauté 4 large shrimp with sesame oil until pink. Leave them in a … Read More →

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Easy, Fun Ways to Bling Out Your Apartment for New Years Eve

If you’re like us, you’re probably hosting a party in your apartment this New Years. If you’re really like us, you want to really go all out with the decorations. In a word: bling! Putting your place together doesn’t need to be a hassle, either. With a little bit of elbow grease and a trip to an art supply store or two, you can easily get it together and throw the party of the century… or at least the year! … Read More →