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Almost everyone loves candles and the special atmosphere that they create when you are at a romantic dinner with your beloved or even at a chinese-food party with your friends. We all have seen all kind of candles, from the ro
se-smelling ones to the pink, natural-flowers inserted or even shells candles- the imagination of producers has no limits. Here is another example for that matter: the cork candles which can fit any wine bottle and are really something different. They look quite interesting on any table and for sure they will create a special atmosphere, just as you would like it.
Each candle measures approximately 3 inches and will burn for 2.5 to 3 hours. They are sold in set of eight and are tapered to fit snugly into the top of an empty wine bottle to complete the intimate feel.
Posted on Saturday, February 9th, 2008
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If you like
to use retro gadgets and devices, here is a little, quite practical one for your meals- the switch me concept salt and pepper shacker- sound courky, but the concept is interesting- so that you do not need to go get your salt and instead you get the pepper, here is the 2 in 1 solution: this little device holds both salt and pepper and you can choose which one to use by the push of one button. However, make sure not to put salt in both recipients, as you won’t get any pepper of course. Quite innovative ideea for your kitchen.
Posted on Saturday, February 9th, 2008
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From winter, lets get back to the hot summer- much better as I already miss summer like crazy!- and imagine the following: a very hot day when the temperature rises to more than 40 degrees and you are at work, tired, thristy a
nd it seems that even the mineral water is warm- you would so much drink a very cold Coke just taken out from the refrigerator?…. Been there, done that. But, there is a person in this world that also thought of a solution for that (except the classic huge refrigerator that does not exist in every working place!)- the USB fridge that can simply be fit into an USB entrance on your PC and in less than 5 minutes it will get your Coke does cold, freezing cold, besides -5 degrees- great device!
There are many advantages about this mini gadget besides it has a retro look and for sure it will bring a special note to your desk, and the most important thing- it will turn out to be your best friend during the summer hot days.
Posted on Tuesday, February 5th, 2008
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Did you ever consider a fireplace right into your own living-room? I am sure most of us dream about that because it is surely a cosy im
age to be brought to your house, but in the same time it is very expensive to have a real one and quite a trouble to get it mantained. Here come the Japanese guys that thought about this issue too- they brought on the market a real fireplace illuminator heater that looks just like a plasma Tv but it shows the image of fire burning in real wonderful colors and the device actually heats the place. So, if you are passing through a very cold Russian winter, like I do, for sure you will need one of these.
Moreover, the gadget looks very nice in a living room and brings that mark of cosyness characteristic to a fire-place. On the other hand, you should know that the image can not be changed, the only one available is the burning fire. However, I could really use one of these inventions and I am sure it will look nice near a cup of hot chocolate and a good, classic movie in a cold night of January.
Posted on Tuesday, February 5th, 2008
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Now that the
St. Valentine’s day is so close, just a few days away, we all wonder what special, simple gift could be the best way to show just how much you love the person near you- messing around the Internet, I found something really special for this day: the “I love you” toaster- simple and very charming way to say “I love you” each morning. The to
aster works just like a normal one, but it toasts the message “I Love You” onto every round of freshly toasted bread- the retro looking gadget works thanks to a special metal plate inside the unit.
So, if you were still undecided on what to buy as a unique gift, I just made up my mind- just have to additionally buy some bread and marmalade to go with it!
Posted on Tuesday, February 5th, 2008
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Are you a party animal or maybe just a person that enjoys a peacefull evening with friends, an elegant music and some fine wine? In each case, here is the ingredient missing to your little party: a inflatable colour changing l
ight, which based on batteries, is very charming and a party catcher by changing the colour of its light from red to blue to green and too many other funky colours. Very vintage and retro, it will look perfect in your house, when you invite your friends by- moreover, for a very interesting and one-of-a-kind atmosphere, you can put several devices like this all around your house creating a special 70s atmosphere.
The Blowlite uses tiny, inexpensive and easily replaced LR44 button cells which last up to an amazing 48 hours, plenty for several great parties or interesting discussions in the summer nights.
Posted on Tuesday, February 5th, 2008
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The tra
dional British tea served at 5 o’clock sharped has very quickly became the favourite habit of millions of people all around the world, inside or outside the United Kingdom. And now let’s be honest- isn’t tea one of hte most important miracles of mankind? I thought so too! And what could be better than simple tea cup- some very delicious biscuits to go along…and a very interesting and funny cup to carry them through the house without the usual mess you do while pouring some hot tea on your brand-new carpet.
Simple and elegant, the biscuit pocket cup is actually very practical and easy to use- it makes you spare time and nerves while you try to clean the splited tea on the floor poured by mistake while in one hand you had the usual tea cup and in the other your very favourite tea biscuits. Quite charming, as an Englishman would say!
Posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008
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We all enjoy a delicious lunch, prepared with spice ingredients and fresh herbs that almost always
are the actual salt and piper of the ffod you want to cook. There is however, each time, one minor problem- you have to use the herbs at once you buy them or, if not, they will not be kept fresh for your second attempt in the kitchen. Well, not anymore! Fortunately, there is someone thinking about all our needs and here is the latest simple, but very practicale, kitchen invention: Prepara Herb-Savor- this compact and ingenious storage device prolongs the life of your fresh herbs for up to three weeks by keeping the cut stems in water and its cover isolates your herbs from the rest of the items in your fridge. It has ample capacity but still easily fits inside a standard refrigerator door. The removable stainless steel basket keeps herbs neatly gathered together, and allows for easy washing.
For a price of aproximately 30$, you can have this device as your future best friend when trying to impress your friends over na over again with your cooking skills.
Posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008
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The Tovolo brand has come up with the latest way to make food prep fun-kitchen utensils n
ot only look in a glamorous, retro way but also to stand upright. Each Standz tool features an ergonomic, soft-grip handle with a flat base measuring 1-1/2 inches in diameter, allowing it to stay upright on the countertop for several reasons: to eliminate germ transference between counter and tool, to keep drips and food particles off the counter, and to provide for quick grabbing. A cheerful complement to the handsome graphite-gray handle, the head of each tool is made of translucent polycarbonate in a bright color range, making the tool easy to find should it end up in a cluttered drawer.
Do not let your kitchen get in a pale mood, so try on these wonderful, practic and very charming utensils that for sure will make your cooking experiences even more tasteful!
Posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008
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Now it require
s just 15 minutes to make your own, one-of-a-kind pizza and even bake it in this time. The recipe goes like this: take a frozen pizza bases (or, if you really enjoy cooking your own thing from A-Z and you have time, you can do it yourself), start preparing the toppings- cheese, ham, mushrooms, pineapple, tuna- anything you may want to be on your pizza- and most important, do not forget to turn on your Pizza Maker because the device must heat for 5 minutes before you put your pizza inside.
Everything that remains for you to do is to wait for another 5 minutes after you have put your pizza into the Pizza Maker and try to be attentive- the device does not beep when the pizza is done, so you must check on it or it will change for sure in a brown pizza! The fine cooking bed from Pizza Maker will give the pizza a crisp base from ce
nter to crust by delivering an intense heat. If you order the Pizza Maker, you will also receive a non-stick dish pan and three level temperature control can also be used to make omelets, pancakes or anything else that is cooked in an oven because, essentially this kitchenware is an electric oven. The pizza is now done, you will just have to cut it with a professional cutting knife made specially for pizza, that actually comes with the Pizza Maker package. Enjoy!
Posted on Thursday, January 17th, 2008
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f you are one of those persons addicted to fashion and luxury, here is the latest gift you can buy for your home: a glamorous toaster which has (here comes the best part!) 200 of those tiny Swarovski crystals decorating it’s skin. However, you should know that besides its appearance, it does not have any super features: does not wear a turbo-diesel motor for toasting your bread and does not play music either. It is actually a very simple normal 18″ wide single-slot toaster in glass and stainless steel with variable browning, a crumb tray and extra-lift handle.
If you consider buying one of these, you should take into consideration that it was made just in 500 units and it costs around 300$.
Posted on Monday, January 14th, 2008
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Didn’t it
happened to you while being in a bar and drinking a few beers you suddenly discover that you run out of money? Well, here is the solution for you- a special made automatic box for beer funds raising! Yes, sound strange, but actually it is quite helpful and very practical.
It functions like this: every time you put your spare change into the box (of course, for a noble cause), you will receive one of the five funny phrases that for sure will cheer you up- when the box is full, you will know that you can go out for a drink with no money worries anymore.
Posted on Monday, January 14th, 2008
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Well, yes- it is not a joke, it is very true- now there is a very interesting way that you can give live to a simple glass of champagne: the wild Hibiscus Flowers. And that is because these amazing edible buds actually bloo
m into flowers when dropped in anything bubbly. Really incredible!
Each jar contains eleven blooms floating in a sweet, pinkish syrup. Simply place one in your champagne flute, pour in some of the syrup and then fill up with champers, sparkling wine or anything else with a bit of fizz. You can even use sparkling water. As billions of bubbles stream off the bud it gradually opens up into a spectacular, crown-shaped flower. And when you’ve quaffed your champagne you can eat the booze-soaked bloom. No, really! It has a delicious raspberry and rhubarb flavor that complements champagne to perfection. What’s more, because the syrup is so delicately sweet, you can add more or less to suit your taste.
Grown in Australia, Wild Hibiscus Flowers are the best reason to open a bottle of champagne and more than guaranteed the party-goers will be gobsmacked when they see these exotic blooms in action. Use them at weddings, christenings, birthday parties - whenever you feel to turn one event into a special occasion. To be honest, one can find these bizarre delicacies so entrancing, not to mention scoff able, that can’t resist breaking out the bubbly for the most trivial of reasons! So, if you are interested into this special one-of-a-kind gift, whether is for you of for your party to come you can order here: http://www.firebox.com. Cheers!

Posted on Saturday, January 12th, 2008
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Kupperbusch launched a new “model” of their helpful cooktops, which is more flexible than the former one (the Induction Wok Cooktop) and it has a touch control that releases one from the worries regarding burning or the risks concerning the presence of children in the kitchen, since it is an induction surface. As compared to the mentioned model, the new Kuppersbusch Electrcic Honeycomb Cooktop can be used in many sizes and shapes and none of them would fit the wok-top. Besides it has a 6-cooking-zone honeycomb layout. These zones are interlocking hexagons and the most interesting part is that they can be rearranged to almost any configuration. The price for the new cook-top starts atound $2,300.
Posted on Tuesday, March 6th, 2007
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If you never thought this can be possible now you have a contradiction! You can be trendy in eating also with the new dining set from Christofle.
The set includes all the necessary for dinning:forks,knives(blades of stainless steel) and spoons made of silver,each one having also diamonds implemented.The diamonds are brought from France and as it is normal it gets a little time to fabricate the flatware set.
You can purchase the set at $18,600,including spoons,forks,knives , soup spoon, salad fork, and teaspoon.The disadvantage is that if you want to organize 8 tables you’ll need almost $148,800.
Posted on Monday, February 26th, 2007
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