Category: Entertain
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It’s All in the Gravy: Vista Alegre’s Venezia Gravy Boat in Bon Appetit!
What’s the perfect gravy boat for your Thanksgiving feast? Naturally, a question for Bon Appetit’s big November 2015 issue: And one of the answers is the Vista Alegre Venezia Gravy Boat: According to the editors, “The intricately patterned piece has a pointy spout for daintier pours (and less mess).” See if you agree: Click here to…
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Celebrating Halloween in Los Angeles
In L.A., where we are surrounded by so many people in the (movie) industry, Halloween is serious business. For the past several years, local artist/photographer/baker Christine McConnell has taken over her parents’ house and made it over for Halloween. Last year, her design was inspired by Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas:” This year, she…
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One Week Only – Mauviel French Cookware 40% Off
For one week only, we have selected Mauviel French cookware pieces at 40% off. Plus, you get free shipping on all orders over $75. Originally created for professional chefs, Mauviel has long been a standard bearer in the world of high-end cookware. Sought by professionals since 1830 for its exceptional heat control and elegant designs,…
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The Perfect Glasses for Outdoor Entertaining
Want stylish glassware that’s perfect for outdoor and the pool this summer? Mario Luca Giusti’s acrylic glassware looks just like crystal and the colors are resistant to sunlight (acrylic will not yellow), so they’re a must-have for all your parties outdoors. And because they are not glass, they’re great near small children or on yachts year-round.…
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All Garnier-Thiebaut French Linens on Sale 20% Off!
Great news! From now until the end of June, all Garnier-Thiebaut table linens and kitchen towels are on sale for 20% off. Plus, you get free shipping on all orders over $75. The linens from this well-known French company have been used by the Four Seasons George V in Paris, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Geneva,…
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Wally’s Vinoteca: The Hottest New Wine Bar in Los Angeles
The new house we are building will have a wine room in the basement, so I’ve spent a good amount of time looking at pictures of wine rooms online. Many of them are very old school, the kinds of rooms you would find if you were living in a castle in France. But since we’re…
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Colin Cowie’s 5 Favorite Napkin Folds
We love Colin Cowie’s and Carolyne Roehm’s over-the-top gorgeous parties, which are all about layering flowers, color, and heights. But you’d be surprised to know: they both keep their napkin folds surprisingly simple. 1) Roll the napkin and thread it through a napkin ring. 2) Fold the napkin with a point at the…
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No More Broken Glasses!
I’m always thrilled when my boyfriend volunteers to do the dishes… until I hear the chilling sound of another glass shattering in the sink! Between him and his brother, those 4 hands have broken a good 20 or 30 glasses over the past year. My solution? Mario Luca Giusti‘s durable, beautiful, boyfriend-proof drinkware. In so…
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Vietri’s Old St. Nick Holiday Collection is Back!
Vietri’s beloved Old St Nick Holiday collection is back, with many brand new additions! Catch a glimpse of Old St. Nick bustling around this holiday season … you’ll find him baking treats, delivering toys, and pulling sleds. Every piece in this collection is handpainted in Tuscany and dishwasher safe. Tell us: which is your…
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Philippe Deshoulieres Osmose Holiday Promotion – Save Up To 60%
Just in time for holiday entertaining, save up to 60% off the white Osmose dinnerware collection from Philippe Deshoulieres. Filled with geometric shapes and curves, this Art Deco pattern is perfect for mixing and matching. All pieces made in France. To view the entire Osmose collection, click here. To shop all our sale items, click…