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Spotlight: Modern Grace

Spotlight: Modern Grace

Take the uppity out of formal and replace it with a whole lot of cool. But, beware. Our Modern Grace pattern is quite demanding of the spotlight and begs for you to succumb to its glory. Its needy, really.   If pure white is not […]

The Pros Nose

The Pros Nose

When you want to learn more about whisky, you have to go to those who swirl and sniff for a living. I was lucky enough to sit down with some of today’s leading experts and find out was makes their world of whisky so very […]

Whisky Connosr Gives Us A Swirl

Whisky Connosr Gives Us A Swirl

If you already have your nose in a whisky glass, you’ve probably swirled, inhaled and swished to WhiskyConnosr before. If you are new to this world, it’s good to know a few experts out there to help steer you in the right direction.   The […]

Whisking with Whisk(e)y Recipes

Whisking with Whisk(e)y Recipes

It’s WHISKY WEEK on the blog and we’ve got you covered…even when it’s not cocktail hour. The pairing of whisky in food is a fun exploration, take it savory or sweet, you’ll find it adds depth to the flavor profile that is undeniable. Whether it’s […]

The Return of the Classic Cocktail

The Return of the Classic Cocktail

Are you there Don Draper? It’s me Isabelle. We wanted to launch WHISKY WEEK here on the blog for a few reasons. First of all, it’s a guy thing. And since Father’s Day is around the corner, what better way to celebrate dad than bringing […]

Spotlight: A Toast to Dad

Spotlight: A Toast to Dad

Think of Dad as a cool guy? Is dad on a constant quest for dapper? Congratulate him on his efforts. (He’s been holding it together pretty good.) This ultra hip line of Gourmet Whisky Glasses is designed to enhance the whisky drinking experience by elevating […]

JUNE CONTEST: Win a Whisky Set & Carafe

JUNE CONTEST: Win a Whisky Set & Carafe

In honor of Father’s Day and our love for summer movies, tell us about the most inspirational male figure in your life and what movie actor would you cast to play him? (this can be your dad, your spouse, your brother, your son, your math […]

One More Thing to Love About Summer

One More Thing to Love About Summer

Okay, so it’s the weekend for barbeque, picnics and the window into summer fun. As much as I love all those things, they do add to my to-do list and I find myself needing a break from the planning. With the weather turning nicer, I […]

Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Pistachio Crumble

Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Pistachio Crumble

  Strawberry Pistachio Crumble Filling: 4 lbs, strawberries, stems removed and halved Zest of 1 lemon 3 Tb. Chambord (raspberry liquor) or Bourbon 1 tsp. vanilla extract ½ cup sugar 3 Tb. Cornstarch Topping: 1 cup of self-rising flour (or AP flour + 1 tsp […]

A Special Announcement from Isabelle

A Special Announcement from Isabelle

Many of you know that I have spent most of this year on the road as the spokesperson for my family’s company Villeroy & Boch. It’s what I love doing. The fans of Villeroy & Boch have always felt like an extended family to me. […]