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Haute Note Party Invitations
No matter how easy email is, guests still love invitations in the mail. Check out custom party invitations from Haute Note that will get the excitement about your party off on a bang.
April 28, 2007 in Parties & Entertaining | Permalink | Comments (0)
Easy Wine and Food Pairing
A new wine company with a funny name, called Wine That Loves, has been founded to let consumers know which food to pair with right on the bottles' label. Launching with the most common foods that Americans love, Wine That Loves offers five selections -
- Wine That Loves™ Pasta with Tomato Sauce
- Wine That Loves™ Roasted Chicken
- Wine That Loves™ Pizza
- Wine That Loves™ Grilled Steak
- Wine That Loves™ Grilled Salmon
The concept seems so simple, we wonder if it's a concept that's too simplistic for consumers. After all, 'two buck chuck" has its place, but do we really want to reveal our lack of wine/food pairing knowledge so upfront?
Need less to say, we haven't tried these out yet, and so let us know if you have and how you like it.
April 27, 2007 in All Things Wine | Permalink | Comments (0)
Behind the Scenes: "Designing Sprinkles' Cupcakes"
A new design website, Monocle, takes a look at the creators and the inspiration behind Sprinkles Cupcakes in Beverly Hills, California. It's interesting to see how the store's architect also influenced some of the cupcakes' designs too.
link: Designing Sprinkles Cupcakes
[via LA Foodblogging]
April 26, 2007 in New Food Trends | Permalink | Comments (0)
Oil and Vinegar Birds
Stoneware oil and vinegar birds cuddle together - created by Dutch designer Margriet Foolen.
Oil and Vinegar Birds | $27.50 EUR at Bijzonder MOOI*
April 25, 2007 in A Food & Wine Gift Guide | Permalink | Comments (0)
Circle Water Carafe
April 24, 2007 in Kitchen Gadgets, Parties & Entertaining, Tabletop Design | Permalink | Comments (0)
Deni Stainless Steel Electric Ice Crusher
Get ready for warmer weather with crushed ice in all your tropical drinks.
Deni Ice Crusher | $35 at Target
April 23, 2007 in Kitchen Gadgets | Permalink | Comments (1)
A Modern Teapot - Sorapot by Joey Roth
Steel and glass make this modern teapot equal parts heat sensitive for perfect brewing and modern enough to sit out on your stove.
link: Sorapot
April 20, 2007 in Kitchen Gadgets | Permalink | Comments (0)
New Style for a Cognac Glass
Save all of that pesky wrist and possible spilling action, with the Swivel Liquor glass by Amsterdam’s own Rikke Hagen. The sip of your favorite cognac will be heightened to a whole new level, especially considering you can get the luxuries of a good liquor and an intense bouquet without all the work.
Swivel Liquor Glass, set of 2 | $45 at Charles & Marie
April 19, 2007 in Spirits | Permalink | Comments (0)
Recyclable Placemats
It's nice to know that you can be "green" and stylish. These placemats are made from "tree-free" paper and are 100% recyclable. Eco-friendly is so modern.
Placemats by Paper Table l $24 (set of 4) at 3rliving
April 18, 2007 in Kitchen Design, Parties & Entertaining, Tabletop Design, Tabletop Design | Permalink | Comments (0)
Elegant Glass Dropper
The Droplet lets you easily dispense any liquid from its glass dropper. Made in Japan, and intended for soy sauce, try it with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, or any other liquid you wish.
Droplet | $45 at Rare Device
April 17, 2007 in Tabletop Design | Permalink | Comments (0)
Sofa Trays Hold Your Food and Drink at Arm's Reach
Turn the arm of your sofa into a mini table, steady enough for the dirtiest martini.
Metal Sofa Arm Trays | $100 - 125 at Viesso
April 17, 2007 in Parties & Entertaining | Permalink | Comments (0)
Dunamis Island - Portable & Versatile Kitchen Island
Keep utensils, cookbooks, and wine in one spot—all underneath an all purpose chopping block. The casters make it easy to move around a small or large kitchen, and are completely stable once locked. Custom-made to order.
Dunamis Island | $2500 at Autonomous Design
April 16, 2007 in Kitchen Design | Permalink | Comments (0)
Lidia's Italy: A Culinary Tour to 10 Cities in Italy
Take a tour thru 10 cities in Italy in Lidia Bastianich's new book, Lidia's Italy, taking in the culture, history, and of course, the food. From Jessica's Biscuit:
In this exciting new book the incomparable Lidia takes us on a gastronomic journey - from Piemonte to Puglia - exploring ten different regions that have informed her cooking and helped to make her the fabulous cook that she is today. In addition, her daughter Tanya, an art historian, guides us to some of the nearby cultural treasures that enrich the pursuit of good food.
There are 140 delectable recipes to be found as you make this journey with Lidia. And along the way, with Tanya to guide you, you'll stop to admire Raphael's fresco Triumph of Galatea, a short walk from the market in Rome; the two enchanting women in the Palazzo Abbatellis in Palermo; and the Roman ruins in Friuli, among many other delights. There's something for everyone in this rich and satisfying book that will open up new horizons even to the most seasoned lover of Italy
Lidia's Italy | $21 at ecookbooks.com
April 13, 2007 in Cookbooks | Permalink | Comments (0)
Mood Bottle Openers - Say "cheese" or not
Named "Shocked", "Crazy", and "Happy", these Mood Bottle Openers brings some life to the tired bottle opener.
Mood Bottle Openers | $13 each at Poketo
[via Tastespotting]
April 12, 2007 in A Food & Wine Gift Guide, Kitchen Gadgets | Permalink | Comments (0)
Bread Bags
For those of us who love bread, we know that fresh, warm bread is heavenly. These bread bags from Stelton do the trick and are very versatile - for all loaf sizes.
Stelton Bread Bags l $32 from lekkerhome.com
April 10, 2007 in Baking, Food, Kitchen Gadgets | Permalink | Comments (0)
Etsy Find: Single Pear
This clean, colorful print on canvas artwork from Nancy Veltri, a textile/surface designer, is a wonderful compliment to any kitchen, or room for that matter. Measuring 8" x 8", "Single Pear" is just one of her many designs available at a reasonable price.
"Single Pear" l $21 at moderarteveryday.com
April 5, 2007 in Art & Photography | Permalink | Comments (0)
