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Nicole Iizuka

Former Senior Producer & Director, POPSUGAR Studios
https://www.itsborderlinegenius.com

Latest Posts From Nicole

If You're Craving Shake Shack, Here's the Recipe For Its Famous Burger Sauce
RECIPE
May 28, 2020

If You're Craving Shake Shack, Here's the Recipe For Its Famous Burger Sauce

Every burger joint is known for its famed "secret sauce" recipe that no outsiders are allowed to know, and Shake Shack's "Shack Sauce" is no exception.

Meet Cosmo the Spacedog From Disneyland's Guardians of the Galaxy Ride!
Smart Living
Feb 27, 2020

Meet Cosmo the Spacedog From Disneyland's Guardians of the Galaxy Ride!

While we all absolutely love Baby Groot, there's something else in the Guardians of the Galaxy universe that's stolen our hearts.

Your Thanksgiving Leftovers Are Practically Begging to Be Stuffed Into a Croissant
RECIPE
Nov 29, 2019

Your Thanksgiving Leftovers Are Practically Begging to Be Stuffed Into a Croissant

Every year when Thanksgiving rolls around, I can't wait for all of the classics — a giant turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, yams, and cranberry sauce — but my favorite thing is wrapping the leftovers in croissant dough and baking them up for the next few days.

Hack the Most Gorgeous Avocado Rose at Home
Food
May 5, 2018

Hack the Most Gorgeous Avocado Rose at Home

We have all been obsessing over these delicate avocado roses on Instagram, and there are even a few bloggers like Secret Squirrel Food who've broken down how to make them, but for every beautiful rose out there, there are just as many Pinterest fails.

Prepare to Be Mesmerized by This Unicorn Cake Tutorial
Food
May 1, 2018

Prepare to Be Mesmerized by This Unicorn Cake Tutorial

We've seen a ton of gorgeous unicorn cakes all over Pinterest, and we couldn't help but be smitten by their magical whimsy.

The Best Way to Cook Spaghetti Squash, Hands Down
Food
Apr 20, 2018

The Best Way to Cook Spaghetti Squash, Hands Down

Spaghetti squash is quickly becoming one of the hottest healthy alternatives to pasta, but we bet you don't know how easy it is to make!

This Shimmery, Iridescent Skull Vodka Bottle Matches Your Soul
Food
Oct 29, 2017

This Shimmery, Iridescent Skull Vodka Bottle Matches Your Soul

You might have seen the a skull-shaped bottle at your local liquor store or prominently placed at bars and wondered what it could be.

Do You Love Your Coffee Enough to Put a 24 Karat Gold Ring on It?
Food
Sep 30, 2017

Do You Love Your Coffee Enough to Put a 24 Karat Gold Ring on It?

If you aren't already familiar with the Ember Mug, a smartphone-controlled cup that let's you keep your brew at the ideal temperature all day long, its a BFD amongst coffee drinkers.

Whoa — Would You Dare Try a Carrot Margarita?
RECIPE
Sep 24, 2017

Whoa — Would You Dare Try a Carrot Margarita?

The first time I heard about a magical carrot cocktail, it was hidden deep within a secret library bar at Rose.

Better Than Groot Bread: This Mickey Mouse Sourdough
Food
Sep 23, 2017

Better Than Groot Bread: This Mickey Mouse Sourdough

Sure, everyone is obsessing over the Groot bread that was recently launched as part of Disneyland's California Adventure's Summer of Heroes, but did you know there's another equally as cute sourdough loaf at the park?

The Jalapeño Hack Everyone Needs to Know
Food
Sep 9, 2017

The Jalapeño Hack Everyone Needs to Know

Jalapeños look harmless, but for anyone who's suffered the fiery burn from their capsaicin-rich innards .

Disneyland Inspired This Strawberry-Jalapeño Buffalo Sauce Recipe!
RECIPE
Sep 9, 2017

Disneyland Inspired This Strawberry-Jalapeño Buffalo Sauce Recipe!

While at Disneyland, I accidentally discovered that strawberry sauce and buffalo sauce actually work together in perfect, sweet-and-spicy harmony when I combined fried chicken with funnel cake.