Roundup: Gearing up for the holidays!

It's that magical time of year where snow is a daily possibility, gift-buying is in full effect and holiday parties begin to pop up every week. Check out some great outfit and gift ideas from the Rakuten Essential community!

Buttermilk Brandy Pecan Cake with Maple Cream Glaze


By elizabeth h.


Some days you just need a cake. Am I right? I guess it was all of the Halloween-ing that got me in the mood for a sweet treat, but a homemade one at that. I mean there’s only so much...


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Shopping List
  • NordicWare Pro Cast Original Bundt Pan$22.88
    Buy
  • Cuisinart 7-speed Power Advantage Hand Mixer, White$59.60
    Buy
  • Cuisinart 7-Quart Stand Mixer SM-70 - Black$550.46
    Buy

Five “Must-Have” Fall 2014 Trends for Men


By Mark H.


Fall is perhaps my favorite season of the year. Easy for me to say since I now claim Florida as my home state. And yes, we have warm weather all year long. However, I grew up in the beautiful state...


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Shopping List
  • Acrylic Men's Colorful Stripes Tassel Ends Knitted Long Scarf$23.45
    Buy
  • TImberland Pro Titan Trekker Waterproof Boot Mens$129.00
    Buy
  • BGSD Men's 'Benjamin' Wool Blend Classic Duffle Coat$169.99
    Buy
  • Jerzees 8 oz. NuBlend 50/50 Open-Bottom Sweatpants$14.22
    Buy

Holiday Gift Guide – What Your Tech Gifts Say About You


By Eric L.


It is the holiday season, and your gift says more about you than you realize. Is your style of gift giving like a hipster, techy, wanna-be, used-to-be, or just really don’t ‘care to be’? Let’s find out: Apple iPhone 6...


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Shopping List
  • Blackberry Curve 8520 Gemini Unlocked Cell Phone$118.18
    Buy
  • Dji Phantom 2 Ready to Fly Camera System$499.99
    Buy
  • Hanes S Assorted Tartan Woven Boxer 5-Pack$15.49
    Buy
  • Panasonic LUMIX DMC-ZS19K Compact Digital Camera 14.1MP$308.36
    Buy