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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TV Time: Backyard Boho Bash on Marilyn

I was very excited to return to 299 Queen Street the other week when I paid a visit to The Marilyn Denis Show.

I hadn’t done TV in a really long time (since I was pregnant with my now 1.5 year olds!) but it was great to work with the whole production team again and see Ms. Denis herself of course!

I presented decor and recipe ideas for a backyard bohoemian party, inspired by the gorgeous summer weather and the popular as ever music festivals that have reinvigorated the boho spirit in those born after 1980! (Coachella anyone?)

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