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Amazon Prime Days: What I Am Getting
Probably nothing. Hear me out. I don't really need anything. Sure, I could actually use replacing my beat up skillets, and I am missing...

Zuzka Valna
Jul 72 min read


Wait: My Cookware Can Be Toxic?
Hey there, home chefs and kitchen adventurers! 👋 It’s Zuzka, your friend from Merch with Merit, back with a topic that might make you...

Zuzka Valna
Mar 304 min read


Essential Kitchen Checklist: Must-Have Items for Starting Fresh
When my best friend Nancy lost her home in the Palisades fire, it was heartbreaking. Watching her come to terms with the loss and then...

Zuzka Valna
Feb 267 min read


Are Fancy Knife Sets a Waste of Money? Here’s What You Really Need.
Let’s talk about kitchen knives. Specifically, those massive 15-piece knife sets that seem like a great idea but often end up half-used,...

Zuzka Valna
Feb 192 min read


Mindful Shopping: Why I Don’t Feel Good About Overconsumption
Intentional or mindful shopping is more satisfying long term and generates less waste. Let’s be real—shopping is fun. There’s something...

Zuzka Valna
Feb 162 min read


Why Shopping on Amazon Makes Sense (And How to Avoid the Junk)
Let’s be honest: Shopping on Amazon.com is like stepping into an endless digital warehouse filled with possibilities. With just a few...

Zuzka Valna
Feb 52 min read


Tried And Trusted: Merch with Merit Recommends Only Some Products
My commitment to honest product recommendations and transparency

Zuzka Valna
Jan 312 min read
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