We’re not complete numpties, obviously we’ve heard of Riedel glasses but we always thought they were a gimmick. And an expensive one at that. Seriously, just how much can the construction of a glass affect the taste of your drink? Quite a lot as it turns out. We would never have believed how dramatically different spirits perform in vessels designed with their unique characteristics in mind. Just as well we were invited to a special event to try them out for ourselves…
Jun 292011
Don’t you just love these fab typography cushions? Designed by Betsey Jarvis and featuring classic recipes printed on a rustic hessian background, they’re what your sofa was made for.
Apr 262011
Did you know a mojito is one of the most popular drinks requested at the bar? Particularly during the summer. Little wonder really. With it’s deliciously minty goodness and long, cool serve, it’s one of those drinks that slips down a little too easily in the sun. Hence this mini Mojito kit from Shabby Chic. Containing seeds and a plant marker to grow your own mint, two glasses, a recipe book and a wooden muddler, it’s the perfect gift for wannabe cocktail lovers.
Price £10 from shabbychic.co.uk.














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