tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968795881610201022011-11-27T16:08:37.981-08:00Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15327865393419448949noreply@blogger.comBlogger711100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-596879588161020102.post-39705491266959045652009-12-29T17:19:00.000-08:002010-01-12T18:47:32.917-08:00

Okay I know it has been a while since I posted, but I just haven't been THAT inspired by anything lately, and did not want to post unless it was something that I had a strong emotional reaction to. Fratelli Guzzini rescued my neglected blog with this gorgeous cheese knife.Fratelli Guzzini cheese knife available at Made in Desgin.

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The design geniuses over at the. have created these super-cool stacked bone china cups. Things are not as they appear, of course, as what looks like three cups stacked is actually just one! Also available in single and double sizes.Stacked cups available at the..

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The iconic Mono-A flatware has been a staple in chic homes since its introduction in 1959. Now, the smallest design enthusiasts can get a head start with the Mono Kids Smile set featuring a fork, spoon, and dull-edged knife. So cute!Mono-A and Kids Smile flatware available at Fitzsu.

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It may be surprising to hear that I, the writer of a blog dedicated to food and design, am not at all into crazy kitchen gadgets. (I recall Ina Garten saying something along the lines of, "the more things you have, the more difficult it is to find what you need" and I could not agree more.) It is much more interesting for me to find, for example, the colander with the best design. I do not need

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I love this salad bowl set from Morph. The built-in handle which holds the utensils in place is genius!Morph salad set available at Joseph Joseph.

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Water, lemonade, iced tea or wine would all happily decant from this carafe designed by new Scandinavian design house Muuto. Muuto I'm Boo carafe available at A + R Store.

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When Richard returned from his recent trip to Manhattan he could not stop raving about the glass of scotch he had at Bar Masa in the Time Warner Center. It wasn't the scotch itself that had him impressed, but the presentation. Instead of typical ice cubes his glass contained a perfectly spherical ball of ice. The relationship between surface area and volume of a sphere, combined with the water

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I think these vintage or antique steel lamps in the shape of French bicorne military hats would look amazing hanging over an island in a bistro-style kitchen. Pair of steel French lamps listed at Vintage and Modern.

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Looking at this melamine bread bin by Morph makes me want to bake some of my great-grandmother's oatmeal raisin bread. mmmmmm... The cleverly-designed beech wood top doubles as a bread board.Morph bread bin available at Generate Design.

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Is it possible for the design of a casserole to take your breath away? This iron casserole with wooden handle from Finnish designer Timo Sarpaneva comes pretty close.Sarpaneva casserole available at Littala.

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I love these placemats with built-in napkin holders. They're perfect for a breezy outdoor meal, and are made from recycled tires (black rubber) or 30 percent post-industrial waste (colored rubber).Josh Jakus Napkin Catch Placemat available at Design Public.

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I have been really inspired lately by the tastes of spring and all it has to offer. This adorable little fresh herb pot from Sagaform will help to keep those tastes fresher, longer.Sagaform hold herb pot available at Scandinavian Details.

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I have been looking for a chic watering can for a while now. (I have been watering my tiny little herb garden using my teapot- classy!) I have been holding out for something with a clever design and of course, as usual, Alessi delivered. Now to choose the color!Alessi watering can available at Unica Home.

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My sassy sister Sam introduced me to Fred & Friends which has a plethora of unique gifts and gadgets for the home. When browsing through their new inventory I noticed this Saltside Out salt shaker. Cool!Saltside Out available at Perpetual Kid.

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This Fusion table and chair set from Ikea is an attractive option for a small apartment or kitchen with limited space. The chairs are flush when they're pushed in. It reminds me of this Danish Table I posted recently.Fusion table and chairs available at Ikea.

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This Toothpick-up porcelain toothpick holder from Iris Zohar would make a cool hostess gift for a barbque or cocktail party.Toothpick-up available at Spoon Sisters.

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Littala has managed to actually make modern Scandinavian design whimsical with its Taika collection. The designs are unexpected and would add depth and a sense of humor to an otherwise minimalist decor. Love them!Littala Taika collection available at Fitzsu.

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Today is Earth day and, while no one wants to be lectured, we can all use a little reminder to be kind to our planet. Three easy ways (related to to our food buying practices) are: 1) buy local produce This is easier in some areas than others but do the best you can! This time of year there are farmers' markets in almost every city. You can look up your local markets by zip code or other criteria

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I just checked Lushpad for the first time in a few weeks and there are several listings of complete sets of mid-century and modern flatware. These are some of my favorites:Vintage flatware listed on Lushpad.

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This snack ball from hip modern baby product company Boon is supposed to be used for kids' snacks, but I think it is really useful for all ages. Why not throw some almonds, dried fruit or other healthy snack into a reusable, washable, attractive container rather than a passé plastic zipper bag? Boon snack ball available at Modern Nursery.

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I'm sorry I have been remiss in posting; I was in Boston for 10 days and overestimated my ability to blog on my husband's computer. Anyway, as a little homage to Boston and its lovely weather, I thought it would be appropriate to share these adorable Yumbrella fruit bowls from Benjamin Hubert Studios. The "handle" of the umbrella acts as a banana tree. Clever!Yumbrella bowls at Benjamin Hubert.

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I love the design of this high chair. It converts into a regular chair as the kid gets older.SIBI Alfons convertible high chair available at Helemill.

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I am a very messy cook. I need one of these dustpan and brush sets from Ole Jensen. The polypropylene pan is flexible to easily become flush with the surface being swept, and the brush is beech wood with natural bristles. Ole Jensen dustpan and brush available at Design Museum Shop.

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We are very fortunate to have a 5 lb (read: portable) dog that is able to travel with us almost anywhere. Usually I pack a couple of lightweight plastic bowls for him, but I think I might give these clever origami pet travel bowls from Alessi a try. Vengo anch'io origami pet travel bowls available at Zwello.

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I've been really into things that are a rainbow of colors lately- feeling optimistic, perhaps? Anyway, these Eva Solo smiley snack bowls are super cute.Eva Solo snack bowls available at Finnish Design Shop.

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Lekker is having a 15% off sale for the month of April (like I need an excuse to shop there!) These porcelain and silicone mugs from Denmark's Royal Copenhagen would brighten up anyone's morning. I like the idea of buying them in a variety of colors as in the picture. Royal Copenhagen contrast mugs available at Lekker.

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This glass decoupage white hydrangea domed cake pedestal from John Derian is about the prettiest thing I have ever seen.And this stacking pedestal with decoupage bugs is just plain cool.John Derian decoupage cake pedestals available at Design for Real Living.

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I use these earth-friendly bamboo utensils every day. They are the perfect size to use as either cooking or serving utensils, are dishwasher-safe and after two years of use show no signs of wear and tear. Oh, and they're $6.99.TruBamboo 6-piece bamboo utensil set available at Bed Bath & Beyond.

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Susan Feniger's new international street food restaurant, appropriately named "Street", opened yesterday and I am really looking forward to trying out the multicultural fare. I did not have to wait to check out the decor, fortunately, because the fabulous blog Eater LA has posted some pictures. I think I am even more excited by design than I am about the menu! It is spot-on! Completely casual yet

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Cupcakes make everything better!Cupcake bandages available at Perpetual Kid.

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Danish company Eva Solo makes some pretty ingenious products meant to simplify our lives with style. None is simpler, or more helpful in my opinion, than this magnetic kitchen timer. It can travel from stove to oven to outdoor grill with out taking up any valuable counter space. Hooray!Eva Solo magnetic kitchen timer available at Scandinavian Details.

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Ice Invaders? Yes please! Ice Invaders ice cube trays available at i want one of those.

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Sonrisa is hands-down one of the coolest stores in LA. They specialize in vintage steel and other reclaimed metals. I stumbled upon their website a couple of years ago when I was looking for a work table for my sewing room. In the end, we actually bought a pair of Military nurse's folding field desks for our home office. Anyone looking for an industrial-looking dining table would definitely do

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Here is another unbelievable find at Vintage and Modern. It looks like the seats need to be recovered, but these 6 black lacquered dining chairs from Italian powerhouse Cassina are superb. They look to me like they belong in a Wolfgang Puck restaurant!Cassina dining chairs listed on Vintage and Modern.

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When my husband and I got married, we didn't want the moment to be clouded by any unnecessary details. This, for better or worse (pun intended), included the wedding registry. I rarely even give this a second thought. That is, until I come across something as unique and registry-worthy as the ENTIRE airedelsur collection. It is exactly the type of stuff you would never buy for yourself, but would

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This terra-cotta wine cooler, designed by Arian Brekveld, combines ancient principles with modern minimalism. After being saturated in cold water, the water will evaporate, keeping the inside cold. Wine cooler available at Royal Tichelaar Makkum*.*Royal Tichelaar Makkum is the Netherlands' oldest company, and their website is fascinating. I encourage anyone with interest in ceramics to take some

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Traditional sideboards can tend to look heavy and clunky, cutting the dining area in half in an unpleasing way. They are, however, very useful so gratefully Lounge Furniture has created some attractive options. By breaking up the lines using both color and shape, the designers have created airy pieces that will actually add to a dining area's decor.Low sideboards available at Lounge Furniture.

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These covered bowls from Doris Bank are delightful.Handmade bowl with cover available at Wannekes.

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Blackburn and Sweetzer posted yesterday that the grand opening date of CB2 in Los Angeles has been announced as Thursday, April 30th. Yay!CB2 image from Apartment Therapy.related post: cb2

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Drinking wine out of juice glasses is a guilty pleasure of mine. I think a great way to celebrate the arrival of spring would be to enjoy a glass of rosé out of these frosted cherry blossom glasses.Set of cherry blossom glasses available at Graham and Green.

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I have already professed my love for freshly squeezed citrus. This OMA lemon squeezer is functional and quite pretty.OMA lemon squeezer available at funktionalley.

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Maxim Velcozsky's design, created as a commentary on artificial ingredients in birthday cake, would make a very cool gift.Maxim Velovsky fake cake available at Generate Design.

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This fabulous French deco dry bar is among Vintage and Modern's new inventory this week. I love the gold-leaf glass top.Jansen L-shaped bar, listed at Vintage and Modern.

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I am usually on the fence when it comes to modern mortar and pestle sets preferring, instead, the ones typically used to make table-side guacamole in Mexican restaurants (called a molcajete).  This cast iron version with a wooden base from German flatware company Mono is really beautiful, however, and seems much more functional for a busy kitchen.Cast iron mortar and pestle with wooden base

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This modular kitchen from Snow Peak would be perfect for a beach BBQ!A modular stovetop with countertops, it can be arranged in an L-shape or a straight line. It comes complete with two burners, a spice rack, two stainless steel surfaces and a cutting board, which all can be arranged in any order. (The two stovetop burners are powered by standard outdoor stove fuel, which can be found at any

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This sleek breakfast table was just listed on Lushpad (a marketplace for mid-century and modern collectors). I love how the chairs become flush with the table when pushed in, and that their cushions remind me of orange segments!Danish modern breakfast table and chairs, listed on Lushpad.

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Crate and Barrel's much cooler little sister, CB2, is opening soon on the Sunset Strip here in Los Angeles, and I am so excited. Frequent drive-bys show a lot of progress, and the website lists the opening time as early spring. In the meantime, I have to placate myself with the online catalogue. This moroccan-inspired flatware is hip and pretty inexpensive. I think the whole line together is too

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Late last summer we had a wedding to attend in beautiful Monterey, California and rather than taking the quick flight up the coast we decided to drive. It was truly breathtaking, worth every minute and I cannot wait to do it again. I could go on and on about the cliffs and mountains and brush fires and vineyards but, as this blog is purposed to be related to food, I will instead mention where we

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These wine glasses definitely bring back memories of college. Now all we need is a glass box of wine!Maxim Velcovsky for Qubus Sommelier glass available for pre-order at Areaware.

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This mechanical kitchen scale by Salter would look great in a home of any style. There is something about digital scales that bothers me. Mechanical kitchen scale available at cooking.com.

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My friend Tony sent me a link to this teapot, the Sorapot, and I think it is delightful. It makes me think of an hourglass set on its side, or a level. Teapot available at Sorapot.

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Without an exact picture in mind, I have been searching for the perfect apron for quite some time now. While I understand the kitsch factor in all of the frilly aprons out there they are most decidedly not for me. I need something clean, simple and, most importantly, functional. This search led me to discover Fog Linen Work. I want absolutely everything in this Japanese line. Unfortunately, I

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I hate throwing food away, so whenever I have made too much dinner I always toss the extra into a plastic container and then right into the fridge. While my intentions of reheating my leftovers are genuine, when I look at them in their said little flimsy plastic container the next day I lose all interest immediately. One of my all-time favorite stores in Boston, Lekker, carries the Form 2006

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I use a manual juicer on almost a daily basis. For me the idea of taking out a electric one, plugging it in, and then cleaning the various parts seems like too much work. That being said, the juicer I have been using is seriously lacking in the style department. Britt Villadsen has solved that problem with his double-ended manual hand juicer. Beautiful!Manual hand juicer available at Fitzsu.

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I'm always looking for artistic, functional pieces to keep me inspired when in the kitchen. Konstantin Slawinski has some of the coolest stuff around (with the best names!). Check out this magnetic knife block, appropriately called Throwzini.I especially love this spaghetti portioner and trivet called Noo0odle. How fun is this?Throwzini and Noo0odle available at Konstantin Slawinski.

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I cannot even begin to explain how much I covet this colander by Alessi. Unfortunately, I don't have a birthday, anniversary or other gift-receiving day for many months. Our three-year anniversary of moving to LA is approaching, does that qualify?La cintura di Orione colander available at Alessi.

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I made the commitment a little over a year ago to use reusable shopping bags whenever possible. It has actually been much easier than I expected, largely due to my choice of bag, Envirosax. Each lightweight, washable bag holds twice as much as a typical supermarket plastic  bag, and they certainly are more attractive! I can't wait to receive their newest line of graphic totes, the Candy

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Something about this Glassbulb light from Oooms really strikes a cord with me. I can't quite pinpoint what it is; there is something very industrial about it, but funky at the same time. I think it would look cool hanging somewhere unexpected, such as in a bathroom or over a vanity. Glassbulb light available at Oooms.

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I absolutely love this aluminum cube jigger by Josh Owen for kikkerland. Each side has a different of the six most widely used mixology measurements.While I am not in any condition to be drinking cocktails, it does give me something to look forward to.Cube jigger available at Unica Home.

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Feeding Desire: Design and the Tools of the Table 1500-2005 from book publisher Assouline would be a fun gift for the hostess who has everything."seven original essays, accompanied by over two hundred lavish color and black-and-white illustrations, relate the surprisingly different histories of the knife, spoon, and fork, and reveal how cutlery has influenced food, fashion, design, mobility,

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We are a little under the weather in my house which means we are drinking even more green tea than usual. Sitting atop my stove is this tea pot, designed by Arne Jacobsen and part of his famous Cylinda-Line, which makes me feel better when I look at it and when I use it.Arne Jacobsen Teapot, manufactured by Stelton, is available at FinnishDesignShop.

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Today is my Yorkie's 6th birthday which got me thinking a bit about his dining experience. He is still eating out of the same boring Petco-purchased bowls that we bought when we first brought him home. I think it is time to upgrade into some bowls that are chosen with as much care as everything else in our home. After a great deal of research I finally discovered Urban Pet Haus which has some 

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The simplicity of form and function is what strikes me about the Salad Sunrise oil and vinegar set, designed by Arnout Visser."This vessel highlights the natural properties of oil and vinegar. The physics of the two liquids mean that the oil will always float on top of the vinegar, so there is no need for separate containers. Start by pouring in the vinegar, followed by the oil and watch how they

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Whether you are having a problem with people stealing your lunch at work or just want to play a cruel joke on your kids, these anti-theft lunch bags should do the trick.Anti-theft lunch bags available at thinkofthe.com.

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I cannot pretend to know much about wine and, to be honest, I don't really have the patience to learn. Fortunately, my husband takes over in this department and keeps us well-stocked in both old favorites and unfamiliar treats. From a style perspective, while much attention is typically payed to the design on a wine's label, the shape of the bottle receives considerably less concern. A beautiful

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I am obsessed with the design of the Hollywood restaurant Citrus at Social. It completely challenges the standard that says a restaurant has to be dark and dim in order to be hip and intimate. Citrus at Social 6525 Sunset Boulevard Hollywood, CA

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These bowls from Areaware crack me up! Wouldn't you like to snack on some fruit from a golden banana bowl? Or some candy from a peanut bowl. I think they are pretty enough to stand alone, too.Bowls available from Areaware.

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Spring is (almost!) upon us, and what better to inspire some fresh, flavorful dishes than an herb garden? I bought this footed tray with 7 pots from the Conran Shop and am looking forward to filling it with some tasty herbs.Footed Tray with 7 Pots available from The Conran Shop

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It is amazing how much photography can influence how likely I am to try a recipe. Two of my favorite food blogs have the most delicious pictures.smitten kitchen101 cookbooks

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In Los Angeles there is no shortage of fast food restaurants, each with their own identity. As far as the burger joints go, what really separates one from another, and why is it more acceptable for "foodies" to patronize In'n'Out than, say, Burger King? Consider the design of the restaurants which, in the case of In'n'Out, has not changed much in the last 60 years.

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I did not have a difficult time choosing the subject of my first post on orange & sugar. I started at the beginning- the beginning of my day and the beginning of my professional life. I worked at coffee shops from the age of 15 (including the one with the green apron!) and tried for many years in vain to recreate at home the delicious, strong espresso that came out of the enormous machines we are

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