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Flo's Geek-Chic Makeover Revealed

GeekSugar — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 09:02:52 PST

Remember when all us gamers teamed up with FabSugar to find a new look for Flo, the main character in Diner Dash: Hometown Hero?

The sponsored Fab Finding mission is complete, and Flo has gotten a geek-chic makeover from WhiplashGirlchild's winning outfit picks!

Hometown Hero is the most successful game in the Diner Dash series and has outsold all of the other titles since its launch. The game centers around Flo, who visits her hometown and takes a stroll down memory lane with her Grandma Florence. It features some pretty addictive new features, such as the ability to customize Flo’s outfit and appearance and even design your own restaurant.

You can test the game out with a free version, which allows you to play seven levels, or you can play endlessly with other people in multiplayer mode. If you want constant access, PlayFirst is offering a special deal for Sugar readers: You can receive $5 off this game when you enter the code “YumFun” (for the PC version) or “YumFunMac” (for the Mac version) on the PlayFirst website. Offer expires Nov. 30, so act quick to give it a whirl! This coupon is nonstackable with other offers.

Fab Finding Follow Up: Flo's New Look

FabSugar — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 09:00:22 PST

Thanks to our Fab Finding mission, and WhiplashGirlchild's winning look, our girl Flo got the makeover she deserved! Doesn't she look Fab? To refresh your memories, Flo, the main character of the new game Diner Dash Hometown Hero, enlisted our help for a wardrobe makeover and the color-blocked mod number pictured won out.

If you're not familiar with the game, here's the scoop: Flo, a business-savvy restaurant owner, with the help of her Grandma, needs to resurrect five restaurants in their hometown. And now she has the wardrobe to do so in style. To dress Flo in her free Fab Find simply download the game, hit the shop button, and select specials.

PlayFirst is also offering a special deal for Sugar readers: If you want full, uninterrupted access and $5 off the game just enter the code “YumFun” (for the PC version) or “YumFunMac” (for the Mac version). Offer expires Nov. 30, and this coupon is nonstackable with other offers.

Fab Finding Follow Up: Diner Dash Challenge! The Winner!

FabSugar — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 16:30:22 PDT

The results are in! To refresh your memories, Flo, the main character of the brand new game Diner Dash™ Hometown Hero, needs a makeover and she enlisted our help.

If you're not familiar with the game, here's the scoop: Flo, a business-savvy restaurant owner, with the help of her Grandma, needs to resurrect five restaurants in their hometown. The catch is the long hours and hard work have wreaked havoc on Flo's wardrobe. That's where we come in!

PlayFirst™ and yours truly asked you all to come Fab Finding to fab up Flo's wardrobe. One lucky reader's selections will be added to the game for Flo (and her waiters) to wear. The winner will also get a copy of the wildly successful game, Diner Dash: Hometown Hero and a FabSugar tote! We were so impressed with your outfit selections for Flo we decided to give the two runners-up Fab tee's - see, everybody wins!

PlayFirst is also offering a special deal for Sugar readers: You can receive $5 off this game when you enter the code “YumFun” (for the PC version) or “YumFunMac” (for the Mac version). Offer expires October 31, 2007 so act quick to give it a whirl! This coupon is non stackable with other offers.

To see all the Flo Style Fab Finds, go here.

Drum roll please...

Look #1, created by WhiplashGirlchild is the winning look! I can definitely see Flo doing the Diner Dash in this way cute, colorful ensemble. Congrats Whip!

AKA New York Two Part Dress - shopbop.com	Wolford - Synergy 40 Light Leg Support Tights - Saks.com
Bottega Veneta Patent boots - NET-A-PORTER.COM	Goldenbleu Luella Patent Tote - Handbags - Bergdorf Goodman	Forever21.com - Earrings

To see a couple more,

Look #2, created by turkeyjerky is adorable. In this outfit, Flo would look totally sophisticated, and the apron makes her the hostess with the mostest.

BananaRepublic.com: women: Graphic print shawl neck top: work: knit tops	BananaRepublic.com: women: Premium classic cuffed wide-leg jean: denim: denim & cord
Oldnavy.com: Women: Women's Patent Mary-Janes: Flats & Skimmers: Shoes & Slippers	Jessie Steele Hostess Apron Bib Carmen Black and White Bow - Gift Boutique - Home Store - Shop by Brand - Women - Layla Grayce -	Oldnavy.com: Women: Women's Chunky-Bead Drop Earrings: Earrings: Jewelry

Look #3, created by misti603 is so chic. You can't go wrong with a selection of Chloe, Ralph, and Burberry!

Diner Dash™: Hometown Hero Dishes up Fun Mission and Game

GeekSugar — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 08:03:18 PDT

The creators of the new online game Diner Dash™: Hometown Hero are sponsoring an effort that combines the very best of geek chic. Our resident fashionista FabSugar is hosting a sponsored Fab Finding mission to find the game's main character, Flo, a new outfit. If you're like me and already a Diner Dash devotee, you probably want to know what that has to do with the game - aside from making it more stylish.

Hometown Hero is the fourth computer game in the popular Diner Dash series and centers around Flo, who visits her hometown (naturally!) and takes a stroll down memory lane with her Grandma Florence.

Players take on the mission of bringing five restaurants back to life and help restore the town. The game includes some adorable new features, such as the ability to customize Flo’s outfit and appearance and even design your own restaurant. It's addictive, quaint, and following FabSugar's makeover, totally geek chic.

We wanted to offer you a chance to join in on the fun, so PlayFirst™ is sponsoring a special deal for Sugar readers: You can receive $5 off the game when you enter the code “YumFun” (for the PC version) or “YumFunMac” (for the Mac version). The offer expires October 31, 2007, and is non stackable with other offers. Don't forget to take part in the Fab Finding mission for a chance at additional prizes.

Reminder! Come Fab Finding With Me: Diner Dash Challenge

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 06:00:22 PDT

In case you missed it, this damsel in distress needs our help! Flo, the main character of the brand new game Diner Dash™ Hometown Hero, needs a makeover in a major way. If you're not familiar with the game, here's the scoop: Flo, a business-savvy restaurant owner, enlists the help of her Grandma to resurrect five restaurants in their hometown. The catch is the long hours and hard work have wreaked havoc on Flo's wardrobe. That's where we come in!

PlayFirst™ and yours truly invite you to come Fab Finding to fab up Flo's wardrobe. She'll need essentials from top to bottom, so be creative. Tag them with "Flo Style."

Submit your Fab Finds by Sunday, October 7th, and on the following Monday we'll choose one lucky reader whose selections will be added to the game for Flo (and her waiters) to wear. The winner will also get a copy of the wildly successful game, Diner Dash: Hometown Hero and a FabSugar tote!

Oh! Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits with and you can use your Fab Find bookmarks too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when you are completing your Fab Finding missions.

To see some of my favorite online stores,

Active Endeavors
Aloha Rag
Banana Republic
Big Drop
Bluefly
eLuxury
Intermix
Neiman Marcus
Net-a-Porter
Refinery29 Shops
Revolve Clothing
Saks Fifth Avenue
Shopbop
Urban Outfitters

Come Fab Finding With Me: Diner Dash Challenge

FabSugar — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 15:30:22 PDT

Damsel in distress! Flo, the main character of the brand new game Diner Dash™ Hometown Hero, needs a makeover, and she's enlisted our help. If you're not familiar with the game, here's the scoop: Flo, a business-savvy restaurant owner, enlists the help of her Grandma to resurrect five restaurants in their hometown. The catch is the long hours and hard work have wreaked havoc on Flo's wardrobe. That's where we come in!

PlayFirst™ and yours truly invite you to come Fab Finding to fab up Flo's wardrobe. She'll need essentials from top to bottom, so be creative. Tag them with "Flo Style."

To see some of my favorite online stores,

Active Endeavors
Aloha Rag
Banana Republic
Big Drop
Bluefly
eLuxury
Intermix
Neiman Marcus
Net-a-Porter
Refinery29 Shops
Revolve Clothing
Saks Fifth Avenue
Shopbop
Urban Outfitters

Hash It Out With Sweet Potatoes

Lauren Hendrickson — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:24:04 PDT

Everyone's had potato hash browns - either in patty form at McDonald's, from a mother's stove, or in an American diner where the dish is served up around the clock. One Sunday morning, I awoke with a hankering for hash browns, but I didn't have any potatoes on hand, only sweet potatoes. I figured sweet potatoes make great fries, so why not hash browns?

If you want to pay homage to your grandmother, you can grate the potatoes manually on a grater; for me, my trusty food processor made the job much easier. And with it already out, finely chopping my onions in it left me with less tears too.
With those two ingredients prepped, the cooking process was pretty simple. Don't be tempted to turn them over constantly: if you love a crispy hash brown, just let them sit. Once they start to turn golden brown, carefully flip them over in one pancakelike, solid piece to cook the other side. Since sweet potatoes have more sugar than conventional potatoes, I added ground pepper and thinly sliced chives to cut some of the sweetness. If you're a spicy and sweet fan, add a dash of hot sauce for a bit more kick. Serve alongside your favorite style of fried egg and oven-baked bacon for a perfect Sunday breakfast. Keep reading for this incredibly easy recipe.