Daily Olive

Sending A Toast via Mail

Mon, 05 May 2008 07:28:02 -0800

When a toast is in order and you can't be there, send this beautiful letterpress card by design studio Chewing the Cud.

Make Your Own Toast Letterpress Card | $4.25 via Etsy

Beautiful Fork & Knife Decal

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 07:35:41 -0800

Found this great fork and knife decal from a French company Harmonie Intérieure. Available in four sizes and 58 different colors. [via Oh Joy]

Kylie Lambert - Cupcake Artist

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 06:32:19 -0800

Take one look at Kylie Lambert's cupcake designs and you'll see why she calls herself a cake artist. To see more of her works of art, visit her Flickr site filled with wedding cupcake designs and more, and also visit her blog, Le Cupcake.

Handpresso - For Espresso On-the-Go

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 11:14:46 -0800

On the go but need a fresh pulled espresso? Handpresso might help calm those caffiene nerves when you're away from civilization and need your espresso fix. Uses any E.S.E standard coffee pods. Order online - shipped from France.

Handpresso | 99,00 €

Reusable Produce Bags

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:57:02 -0800

With the growing use of reusable grocery bags, Shelly Orr of Re-Market at Etsy, is trying out her idea of reusable produce bags. What do you guys think? Would you bring your own bags for produce and bulk items?

Reusable Produce Bags | $7.50 for set of 3

Etsy Find: Wishbone Bag

Sun, 20 Jan 2008 16:10:37 -0800

Give the power to grant three wishes with this bag of wishbones.

Highlight That Special Bottle with Angelshare Single Bottle Cellar

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 23:33:26 -0800

Got that one special bottle to save for a special moment? Then dedicate it to its own wine cellar from Angelshare. The specialness of the bottle is emphasized by the sculptural design of the unit.

Angelshare Single Bottle Cellar | $396 at Compact Impact

Malaga - a Modern Wood Wine Rack

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 16:34:15 -0800

A beautiful wine rack from Modern Cellars starts with a base unit that accommodates additional units ($160) as you wish. Finished with hand rubbed walnut oil.

Malaga Wine Rack Base | $180 at Greener Grass Design

Indulge Yourself This Holiday Season

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 10:10:58 -0800

If you've ever heard of The French Laundry in Napa, California, (who hasn't?) then you know dining there is an indulgence. Known for its impeccable service and food, the restaurant is reputable for its delicious and once-in-a-lifetime dining experience. So when you see a dessert cookbook titled "Indulge:100 Perfect Desserts" by the head pastry chef, Claire Clark, you know they will be spectacular and something to showcase at your holiday dinners this season.

"Indulge: 100 Perfect Desserts" l $24 at ecookbooks.com

Wines for Thanksgiving - Quick Links

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 23:27:11 -0800

From around the web, here's a few links to help you select this season's best wines for Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Roundtable - Holiday Wines [Food & Wine]
What to Drink in November [Epicurious.com]
10 Top Thanksgiving Wines by Natalie MacLean [epi-log]
A Time to Behold Wine's Beauty [LA Times]
Thanksgiving Wine Recommendations: 2007 [Good Wine Under $20]
Value Vino for Turkey (and Sides) Day [Serious Eats]
Thanksgiving Wines Under $25 [NY Times]
Countdown to Thanksgiving [K&L Uncorked]

Light Up Those Cold Winter Nights In Style

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 19:10:16 -0800

When it starts getting cold outside (which it has for many already), it's nice to sit by a warm fire. With this sleek "Fire Starter" lighter you can do it in style.
Fire Starter Lighter l $25 at violet.com

Holiday Gift for the Host of the Party

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:57:14 -0800

Have you ever wanted to get the host/hostess something special during the holiday season? Every year you probably bring over the usual bottle of wine, but this year why not bring something a little more personal? Foryourparty.com offers a variety of personalized goodies that any host would appreciate, from napkins to stir sticks.
Prices from $40 and up at foryourparty.com

Dansk Tray for Thanksgiving TV Dinner

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 13:47:13 -0800

For those who would actually prefer to have a TV turkey dinner for Thanksgiving and watch the football games, why not spruce up your dining experience? These carrying trays from Dansk offer a nice touch to make your TV dinner feel like a special occasion, on Thanksgiving or any day.
Dansk Cafe Blanc Urban Picnic tray l $40 at Dansk

Monja Decanter by Nouvel Studio

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 11:41:25 -0800

I spotted this in an issue of Bon Appétit and think it's simply beautiful. It is a splurge, but if you are a wine lover as I am, a decanter like this blue one by Nouvel Studio will be used often.

Monja Decanter | $105 at Vivi

Riedel Tyrol Glasses for Thanksgiving Dinner

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 17:32:14 -0800

When many are gathered around the table this Thanksgiving, food will be passed, well wishes shared, and wine glasses knocked over. With Riedel's new Tyrol line of wine glasses spills can be avoided. The new design is a nice blend of their regular stemware and the "O" stemless series.
Riedel Tyrol glasses l $32 at Williams-Sonoma