Gingerbread Martinis? Yes. Champagne Cocktails? You bet. Manhattans, Cosmos, Egg Nog? All of ’em. Our New Cottage crystal saucer serves up the holidays, cocktail after cocktail. The wide bowl and sturdy stem add versatility in function and is clearly one of our top holiday must-haves. […]

I’ve always loved the Boy Scout credo of “Be Prepared”. It means you are always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do your duty. As a mother, I feel that credo transcends into all that I do and constantly think about […]

Fall is here. Leaves are turning. And friends are near. Time for a homey and comfy recipe like Beer Chili, a meaty and spicy concoction, rounded out with beer, masa and sausage.    Beer Chili Ingredients 2 Tb. olive oil 1 lb. sirloin, diced (or […]

  Are you ready for Christmas carols? So, it’s not exactly snowing yet, but the holiday season is right around the corner. To help you get in the spirit, we are giving away (1) Christmas Tree Music Box. This charming piece was designed in our […]

This is a dinner party cocktail. When it comes to a dinner party, don’t all the details matter? The food, the aps, the table, the wine, the dessert…the hand towels? It’s a way to embrace close friends by inviting them into your home and showing […]

Before we get excited about the coziness of fall, we really need to embrace these last bits of summer and all her wonderful harvest. Lavender is one of the most lovely herbs and can be used in so many different ways. From savory entrées to […]

In September we are celebrating all things NewWave. This popular Villeroy & Boch pattern has many new additions to the line, which are FABULOUS! So, we’re kicking off the celebration with a Breakfast/Dessert Set giveaway. We are ardent believers of having a breakfast/dessert set that is […]

What makes us fall in love with our dinnerware? First comes pattern design and color, then the overall body shape and lastly it’s the details. Ahh, the details! Those unique touches that show craftsmanship and artisanal design…that special flair that shows care and thoughtfulness. One […]

There are some recipes that you keep in your back pocket and every time you make it…it’s a hit. Cioppino is one of those recipes. Make it for guests, for family night, in the fall, in summer…it’s a wonderful italian fish stew that fits any […]

That little white lie. Oh, how it helps us get through life! I’ve always been one for honesty, but sometimes a twinkle in the eye and a little white lie helps what could be an awkward situation become a breeze. Lately I’ve found myself white […]