Author: Carolina
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Alain Saint-Joanis: The Poshest Flatware Maker You’ve Never Heard Of
Wolfgang Puck knows his forks and knives. Same with three-star Michelin chef Pierre Gagnaire. As does, of course, the King of Morocco. And when each of these opened celebrated restaurants in the last few years, they all turned to Alain Saint-Joanis for custom flatware. This small, family-owned company has been making cutlery in La Monnerie-le-Montel…
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Beauville Linens: How a Small French Manufacturer Thrives in the Age of Globalization
In our age of cheap imports, it’s easy to think that France is just a place of cute castles and fine wines. After all, who could resist the charms of little towns like Ribeauville, in the heart of France’s Alsace region, where the ruins of three medieval castles overlook gingerbread houses?
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For Coffee Lovers: The Most Elegant Espresso Spoons Ever
If you own a Nespresso or a De’Longhi or a Breville, you can now up your coffee game with these new espresso spoons from Christofle, which come artfully encased in a drop-dead gorgeous presentation egg case. The silver option ($360) includes six silverplated espresso spoons, a polished stainless steel chest, and a dark walnut wood insert.
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Destination Palm Springs: Annie Selke’s Getaway
When we heard that Annie Selke, the talented owner and designer behind the colorful Dash and Albert rugs and Pine Cone Hill linens, had bought a home in the Marrakesh Country Club community in Palm Springs, we knew it would be fabulous. Here, we share Annie’s story with you. What made you decide to purchase a…
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Alberto Pinto: Dinnerware to Match His Interiors
First there was the red-eye to London. The customs and immigration line snaked around the terminal like a coiled serpent, lethargically moving in the early morning. Then there was the bumpy, stop-and-go rush hour ride into central London. But the moment you walk into The Lanesborough hotel, your jaw dropped. The dull, harried modern world outside…
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How to Create the Amazing $30,000 Met Gala Table Setting
What’s THE party of the year? Probably the Met Gala, held the first Monday in May at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York to raise money for their Costume Institute. It’s like the Oscars, but with more panache, since it’s all about fashion. Each year the event has a theme. Guests are encouraged to dress accordingly,…
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All About Anna Weatherley and her Handpainted Porcelain Dinnerware
Who is Anna Weatherley? Although she’s probably best known for her line of handpainted dinnerware, Anna Weatherley has had many careers: from arms dealer (yes, really!) to famous couturiere to setting up handpainting studios in Hungary. Eventually, she was even commissioned by First Lady Laura Bush to design a collection of china for the White House.
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Claire Teal Pitcher Featured in Imbibe Magazine!
If you want to up your drinks game, we highly recommend checking out Imbibe magazine, which is devoted to all things liquid. In every issue and online, they feature great drink recipes, reviews, and stories about the people, places, flavors, and culture of drinks around the world. We’re so thrilled to have been included in…
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Area Rug
We’ve just moved into our new house, and although we love our hardwood floors, they are kind of overwhelming. We feel like we’re living in a showhouse, plus we’re always walking carefully since our footsteps can be heard so loudly throughout. So we need to start thinking about rugs. We’re looking to define specific areas, add…
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How Do I Care for My Rug?
VACUUMING Regular vacuuming is essential for removing deeply embedded dirt and prolonging the life of your rug. Canister vacuums without beater bars are the optimal type of vacuum to use on rugs. Brooms and manual sweepers are also a gentle and effective way to clean rugs. Powerful bagless vacuums are not recommended, as they use…