The Olive Martini Glass

Posted on January 19, 2007 Under Design

We see a lot of great design work coming from students, and the Olive Martini Glass is a prime example. Beth Fuller designed it this past Fall for one of her grad school industrial design classes at the Pratt Institute…

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Hello Delicious: Fine Food Finds

Posted on January 19, 2007 Under Food

I have been looking forward to the launch of Hello Delicious for some time, and want to congratulate Lilly and Jose for creating a great site with great goals and lots of promise. Hello Delicious is not just an online…

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Miam-Miam Cappuccino Towers

Posted on January 15, 2007 Under Food

Miam-Miam has topped their mug that design people have been blogging about for months with Cappuccino Towers. It's like the Tiffany box for coffee lovers. Pretty white porcelain and stainless-steel bands make for good looks, but the tower of compartments…

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Treleela Tea

Posted on January 11, 2007 Under Food

Treleela, a total-experience tea, is a take-anywhere treat. This boutique tea line by Ineeka integrates innovative design, responsible philosophies and superior flavor into one cool package. These aren't you grandma's tea bags"“ the Treleela Pochettes are made to replicate the…

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Anna Gram: Ceramic For Mix

Posted on January 4, 2007 Under Design

I am a self-professed tea drinker, always have been. While I don't mind stirring my sugar or honey into my tea with a spoon, I am definitely impressed with Anna Gram's Ceramic For Mix teacup design. Obviating the need to…

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Vodka 14

Posted on January 3, 2007 Under Food

On new year's eve, I chose to drink Vodka 14 martinis instead of champagne-- all thanks to our friends Mitch and Matt Baris, the father-son duo behind Vodka 14 (and my friend Jenna who was mixing the drinks). I actually…

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From The Vaults: Food and Drink Gifts

Posted on December 4, 2006 Under Food

From gourmet olive oil to extra yummy cookies, candy and snacks, there's something in here for everyone on your list. We are pleased to present: From The Vaults, the Food and Drink edition. "¢ Peace Oil: "It's extra virgin, great…

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Lichido

Posted on October 19, 2006 Under Food

In Chinese culture, the lychee is a symbol of romance and love-- and is considered to be the king of all fruits. Taking cues from the old country, a team of liquor aficionados dreamt up Lichido, a new drink produced…

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Ice Jacket: Vodka In The Rocks

Posted on September 21, 2006 Under Gadgetry

The Ice Jacket is a nifty mold that fits around most liquor bottles-- you can fill the mold water and then freeze it-- the results, a bottle of booze encased in a jacket of ice. It's as easy as placing…

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Sofia Mini’s

Posted on September 20, 2006 Under Food

I am a sucker for unique packaging. When the M&M Mini's came out, I was there, when Dannon released Gogurt in a plastic tube, I was there, and now when Sofia wine comes in a can I will definitely be…

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