March 20, 2008

Bread Box.

CHOW has a great article up right now about the often underused bread box. Did you know that by using one you can extend the life of your bread by 2-3 days because the box helps maintain optimal moisture and levels and circulation. This also gives you the option of buying fresh, preservative-free bread because it will last longer! And if you’re going to have something sitting out on your kitchen counter for the world to see, well, it had better look good! These two are my faves.

Limousine White Bread Bin: So vintage chic with its gloss enameled steel shell with chrome wire handle and magnetic closure. Features a croissant/bagel rack for small breads and generous main compartment for a hearty loaf.

Stainless Steel Bread Canister: Super slick stainless steel box with tight fitting lid to guarantee freshness. And no one will even know what’s inside!

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March 19, 2008

On the Rocks: Dark & Stormy.

In honor of all the storminess going on nationwide at the moment. The Dark & Stormy is really just the addition of dark rum to already tasty ginger beer.

Ingredients:
– Juice of 4 Limes
– 1 Cup Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
– 1 Large piece of Ginger, juiced
– ½ Cup Agave Nectar
– 4 Cups Sparkling Mineral Water
– 1/8th Tsp. Ground Clove
– 1/8th Tsp. Ground Cardamom
– Dark & Stormy (optional): Organic Dark Rum

There are a couple of ways you can juice the ginger – either in a juicer, or you can grate it on a microplane and then squeeze the juice out of the pulp using cheesecloth or a strainer. Mix all of the ingredients together in a pitcher and serve over ice. If you feel like a real drink, add some dark rum for a Dark & Stormy.

:: cocktail and image via G Living

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March 19, 2008

Ribbon Coffee Set.

I would love to entertain with this 3-piece Ribbon Coffee Set. Can’t you just imagine bringing out the coffee pot, creamer and sugar bowl on a tray and setting it down in front of guests? Love it – so vintage-modern.

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March 18, 2008

Trio Herb Pot.

How pretty would this look perched on a kitchen windowsill?!

Sagaform’s Trio Herb Pot is a simple solution to prolonging the life of your fresh herbs. Simple and practical design, this ceramic pot is an ingenious way of enjoying fresh herbs much like flowers: insert a bunch into the opening, and keep hydrated by pouring water into the corner hole. The broad base ensures that all stalks have access to water, while allowing air to circulate so herbs keep from becoming limp and waterlogged.

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March 18, 2008

Joy Bowls.

Designer Barbro Wesslander is behind Joy Bowls, which are so fun and colorful. There are even tumblers to match. The perfect combination for a summer shindig. Well, one with responsible adults who won’t be drinking too much and breaking your fun glassware!

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March 18, 2008

The Daily Eat: Lemon Brioche Croissants.

It’s fantastically rainy today and I’m loving it. The past week it’s been nothing but sunshine and cloudless skies. Which can make for a looong day in the office when you can see out of a window! So the overcast weather is actually fine by me. Makes me feel like curling up in a comfy chair with a book, some tea and a couple of these Lemon Brioche Croissants.

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