Hightek Nail Supply in Mississauga, Ontario

This is probably the best nail polish supply store IN MISSISSAUGA. Check it.

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One thing to note: they don't sell any Essie products. I'm not really sure why, but maybe it's 'cause they're so OPI-dedicated? In any case, I've always disliked Essie (with the exception of their base and top coats), so this place is my Xanadu. It's located at 3663 Mavis Road and you can see their hours over here. 

Olive Oil Mister

I am definitely in that category of people who never measures his/her olive oil when cooking. It's too boring a detail for me to get on board with, I'm sorry. And I know this is a problem 'cause I always overuse my olive oil, which is a shame because you only really need a spritz of it to be cool.

Enter THIS OIL MISTER! I saw this at Crate & Barrel a few weeks ago and it's almost heavenly. Not only does having it cut down your olive oil intake (while saving you money on not having to buy so much olive oil) but it's also fun as hell to use. You're trying to tell me that you don't find joy in misting a pan before using it? You don't see the beauty of a freshly-misted salad? You don't dream of the day you organize your own dinner party solely for the purpose of walking around a dining room table asking if anyone needs anything "misted tableside"? THAT'S NOT YOU?! Okay, maybe that last one is just me. But still. Everyone should own this mister. Or at least everyone with a kitchen and a dream. 

Sidenote: Happy Birthday to one of the best humans I know, my brother Robbie. You're amazing to everyone who knows you and I'll never know how you find enough hours in the day to be such an incredible man. I'm lucky as hell to have you in my life and I've been thankful for that since the whole nipple incident all those many years ago. One day, I promise I'll stop telling that story to people. Love you, brother.

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Woof Washer

1. I don't know exactly how drugged these dogs were to be so serene and calm in this video, but it's insanity that the producers of this commercial found animals that didn't shake that water off immediately. That's a miracle and I hope those dogs were properly compensated.
2. I know a couple of toddlers who would have the times of their lives with this hose and I'm a little shocked that it isn't marketed towards dogs as well as young kids.
3. "When you wash a dog, there's parts you don't want to touch." Love that line. Nobody likes cleaning a dog butt! I've never done it (I would, if I had to) but we established that the dog butt is Nathan's duty to clean in our household.
4. If I actually end up with the Woof Washer in my possession, I will absolutely do a video to try it out with Baby Dog.

Ground 2 Table

I think it's clear that I love to cook - but I don't always want to make a big, complicated meal since, well, there aren't enough hours in each day.

I tried one of these Ground 2 Table spice blends last night (Blend #2 - All Purpose Spicy) on a slow cooked whole chicken and it turned out amazingly well. It may not seem like a huge deal, but I love not having to take out my measuring spoons. And these packets are perfect if you want something home cooked, but without the hassle of going through too much effort. 

There are 12 different blends to choose from and they're $2/per packet. I promise you there's absolutely no reason not to try these out. None of the blends contain any salt or sugar either, which seems a little nuts since it tasted so good. Try try try!

e.l.f. Face Primer

I swear to God this primer feels as good as the ones available from Smashbox. How is that possible? I have no idea. But it's clear that from now on, I'll only ever be buying the e.l.f. primers. They even have five different types to choose from, which seems insane to actually have choice when the price is so crazy decent. 

There's absolutely no reason you need to be spending $30+ on any kind of primer, so please stop it. You're only encouraging these overpriced companies that should be really ashamed of themselves.

Rubbermaid Paint Buddy

Put your leftover paint in these paint buddies and retouch your walls anytime you need to!

Honestly, this is the type of thing that would make a great wedding gift. Don't you think? Only 'cause it's something you'd never really buy for yourself, but it's so f-ing handy to own. Would I be the only one excited to get one of these? 

Lego Kwik-E-Mart

Normally, I wouldn't give a shit about new LEGO products. But this one, clearly, caught my eye. 

Here are just a few of its features;

• Opening rear walls
• A removable roof with secret vegetable garden 
• Dusty blue floors
• Refrigerated cases
• Crates of Powersauce bars
• Surveillance cameras
• Cans of Buzz Cola
• Frozen Jasper
• Hot dog oven
• Squishee machine and Squishees
• Rear storage closet with a rat, cheese and rat hole

Ummm, secret vegetable garden?! That's so great. I would build and showcase the hell out this in, like, my bedroom or something. Such a great idea. I feel like if they're capable of selling this, they're definitely willing to do Moe's Tavern or something at some point. 

Photo Credit: LEGO

Herb Freezer Tray

These can hold up to four different kinds of herbs and would be crazy helpful to own if you've ever found yourself throwing away old herbs that have gone bad in the fridge. There's a flat surface on each top so you can date it and label what's inside.

Broom Groomer

As SOON as this becomes available for purchase again, Imma be all over this. SO SMART/SO CLEAN.

Pasta Measuring Tool

Leftover pasta is usually always (but sometimes not) gross, can we agree on that? And I'm always making too much or too little of it since, well, I'll never fully understand things like ounces, grams and "serving sizes." I'm sorry, but they didn't any of this stuff in school like they should have. 

Solution? This guy. 

Photo Credit: Joseph Joseph

Why the hell am I only learning NOW that these exist? It's $10 and handy as hell to have in a kitchen.