Gourmand Gift Guide 2018

Here are some fun finds I have come across recently that I think would make lovely gifts for your favourite host(ess) or gourmand.

These new hardcover books are an ode to the aperitif and while I’m sure they are chock full of interesting info that would captivate any mixologist, I am totally smitten with the beautiful retro covers.

The Book Of Vermouth: A Bartender And A Winemaker Celebrate The World’s Greatest Aperitif byShaun Byrne, Gilles Lapalus, $33.59 and Aperitif: A Spirited Guide To The Drinks, History And Culture Of The Aperitif by Kate Hawkings, $26.74, Indigo

It’s hard to believe that this chic matte gold and white porcelain tiered server came flat packed. It took less than five minutes to assemble and over fifteen minutes to get over the fact that it cost less than twenty-five dollars. Perfect for serving everything from sweets to dressing up your Sunday brunch components a la Sadelle’s.

FÖRÄDLA Serving stand, $24.99, IKEA

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Mixed Metals Christmas Styling

The January issue may already be out but Christmas is still a couple of weeks away, so it’s not too late to check out a story I styled with plenty of inspiring holiday decor tips.

Towerhouse Design + Build had recently completed a stunning renovation on the home under the direction of Manor Interior Design, so it was so much fun taking the house to the next level with a glittering mixed metal décor theme.…Read More