Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Customer Service Super Genius

Hard Work!  Low Pay!  Sign up here!  Actually, we think Bella is a great place to work and we have had just the best luck finding fabulous people in the past.  So, here's the scoop.  Job duties include stocking inventory (most days), cleaning, merchandising, cash registering, quickbooks-ing, and taking great care of our customers.  Retail experience is nice but not essential to the tasks.  Preference will be given to those candidates who know their way around a kitchen.  The position requires the skills and abilities to work independently.  A professional appearance is required.  (well, semi-professional.  No high heels here at 5000 elevation) 
This job is also very physical, requiring long hours standing, walking up and down stairs, lifting up to 30 pounds.  Knowledge and some proficiency of Word, Quickbooks, Excel, Email applications and social media is desired. 
We can offer 22 to 30 hours per week in the Winter and Spring - otherwise known as slack.  In the summer, July, August & September we can offer 40 hours per week.  December is also a busy month.  Starting pay is $9.50 to $10.50 an hour depending on experience.  There is a lot to learn and training is extensive and expensive so we are hoping to find a person willing to commit to long-term employment. 
If this sounds like the job for you, please submit an application or resume to lisa@bellakitchen.com

Friday, December 28, 2012

Our Favorite Things 2012

The Amazing Lily Pad is, by far, our best seller of the year.  Available in four sizes, it is a self-sealing silicone lid.  It can be used in the oven, micowave (yes, really) dishwasher and freezer.  That just about covers it. 
 

 




 

Christine loves this baker.  This is meant for showing off!  Wouldn't your lasagne or favorite casserole want to be here?  Available in a variety of colors and sizes.  Made by BIA so is safe  in oven, microwave, dishwasher and freezer.  Affordably priced - the 3 quart size is $27.50 Cook with Style!


These little bowls are as adorable as they seem.  At $23 for a set of six, they have brought smiles to many new owners. 




Sunday, December 16, 2012

Popovers

"Foolproof Popovers"

1 cup milk
1 cup flour
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 cold greased cups in popover pan

Put all ingredients in mixing bowl.  Stir with a spoon until what's dry is moist.  Disregard lumps.  Pour into cold greased popover pan, filling half full.  Place in cold oven.  Set the oven for 450 degrees and the time for 30 minutes.  Don't peek.  When the bell rings, serve your glorious popovers to startled guests.

Yield:  6
Bake:  30 minutes at 450 degrees

Saturday, December 8, 2012

A nod from Cook's Illustrated

Our favorite (and only) Pressure Cooker received the coveted, "Highly Recommended" review in their latest issue.  Jan/Feb 2012 
An excerpt from the article titled, "Why you Should Buy a Pressure Cooker"
You don't have to tell a soul that your savory, fork-tender pot roast, pulled pork, short ribs, or stew cooked in record time - and most of that time was hands-off.  Dried beans are creamy and tender...Risotteneeds just 6 minutes under pressre to reach the perfect consistency. 

Monday, November 26, 2012

 


Bella's Tour of Trees Slk Floral Arrangement

Our Annual Extravaganza has gotton even better!

  Now featuring Tour of Trees! 

So, kids, this is the deal.  You grab friends and/or family and bundle up.  Run on downtown to watch the lighting of the Christmas Tree.  There will be Hot Chocolate and singing children.   So sweet - sob.  Then make your way to the shops that are staying open late. 
It's McCall's kick off to the holiday season and It. Is. Fun. 
So Make a Date.  It's a good tradition! 
Community.  Get Local.  Great Specials.  Food.  Drinks
 


Sunday, November 18, 2012

           Bella's 10th Anniversary - Week 3!!!

Tour of Trees Arrangment

 

This is a photo of last year's gorgeous floral arrangment for the Holiday Tour of Trees.  Because of the overwhelming response, we have put something very similar together for this year.   We will accept bids from now until the Christmas Tree Lighting and Evening Shopping Extravaganza on November 30th. 
 

Aebelskiver Demonstration

Saturday, November 24th, from 1 - 4 pm with Jodie Lea

Taste these fun and delicious scandinavian treats and learn how easy they are to make. 


 

We Call it White Saturday!  Small Business Saturday!

No Crowds, a ten minute commute (tops), parking with ease and great gift specials.  Why would you ever leave town? 

 

Thursday, November 8, 2012

SALE OF THE DECADE

This sale is for you if you are Red or Blue
Short or Tall
Big or Small
From Cascade or McCall
Really, Anyone at All! 
 
Disclaimer: If you are mean, this sale is not for you.  There is a big boxy store
in the Valley where you can pay more.  You should go there. 
 
This post is also a coupon!  SAVE 15% OFF EVERYTHING IN THE STORE!  It is the official ticket to change your life in a small, but very good way. You may now wear the smug smile of satisfaction for your smart and money savvy purchases. Thanks, also, for shopping locally.
Share with your friends.
Some exclusions must apply, of course. Just a couple of suppliers who are too big for their britches.