JOE MALONE CANDLE TROESSEAU - $575

For those of us who enjoy a little aromatherapy this
elegantly understated Candle Trousseau brings a sense of refinement to the home. A suite of candles in signature scents is presented in a stately leather jewel box accompanied by a sterling candlesnuffer and key.

Large Candle:
Pomegranate Noir
Home Candles include:
Grapefruit, Lime Basil & Mandarin, Necatrine Blossom & Honey
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A LITTLE PORTUGUESE WINE HISTORY

Portugal has a long tradition in winemaking; in fact the history producing wine in this country comes from much earlier than the foundation of its Nationality. Portuguese wine comes from vineyards that are planted from the northern to the southern Portuguese regions. Although Portugal is a small country it has a great variety of soils […]

RETAIL THERAPY - THE SHOPS - OLD MILL DISTRICT - OREGON?

If Oregon is your destination, plan well there’s lots to do. Wether your the outdoorsy adventurous type or you like to leisurely stroll amoungst vineyards don’t forget to make time for soem serious power shopping. For those who think shopping should be a plympic evnt, central Oregon is said to be the perfect training ground. In addition to […]

RESTAURANT PICK OF THE WEEK - LUMIERE OF VANCOUVER, CANADA

Lumière
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Head chef: Rob Feenie
Cost: $85-$110 CAD ($80-$105 USD)
Headed by Rob Feenie, TV cooking-show host and winner on the North American Iron Chef, this Vancouver restaurant is considered one of the best in Canada. They have several tasting menus to choose from, including a vegetarian option, and they range from 8 to 10 courses.
They […]

YOGA RETREAT OR AN ISLAND PARADISE

Retreat to a quiet corner of the forgotten Caribbean
Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos is the northern Caribbean’s pre-eminent private island, wrapped in sweeps of sand and peaceful seas featuring the region’s best spa and haute cuisine. It combines nature - 1000 unspoilt acres, including a mile-long powdered beach - with understated style and cosseting service.
Think of […]

TO CHILL OR NOT TO CHILL? THE UPDATE ON RED WINE

With the summer heat upon us do you really want to indulge in a hot or even room temp drink? Should red wines be off limits in warmer climates? I think not. In fact, some red wines taste great cold. But choose carefully as some lets just say could lead to a disasterous taste experience. […]

CHICAGO JAZZ FESTIVAL 2008

The great composer/bandleader Duke Ellington died in the summer of 1974. Just a few weeks later, several dozen Chicago musicians held a festival to honor him, at the old bandshell at the south end of Grant Park. Ten thousand music lovers came, marking the first of what would become annual memorial concerts that drew crowds […]

PURE JAVA INDULGENCE

“Caffé Raro is an extremely exciting coffee and a first for the UK – if not the world! These two incredibly rare coffees have never been blended before and the result is a very rich and full tasting espresso. These coffees have been slowly hand roasted for around 12 minutes to ensure that we maximise […]

VISIT THE GREEK ISLANDS: In Greece the fusion of images becomes more than imagery and turns into reality.

Greece has attracted visitors for thousands of years. The country’s charm is evident immediately upon arrival as you fly into Athens over the blue Aegean sea. A peninsular country of incredible beauty, the mainland is mostly mountainous with sweeping vistas and views. Surrounded by the Aegean, Ionian and the Mediterranean Seas, Greece gently flows into […]

COCKTAIL PICK OF THE WEEK: THE BLUE HAWAIIN

Ingredients:

3/4 oz. Light Rum
3/4 oz. Vodka
1/2 oz. Blue Caracao
3 oz. Pineapple Juice
1 oz. Sweet & Sour Mix

Preparation:
Combine all ingredients and mix well. If using ice, mix the ingredients in a blender. Serve in a tall glass. Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a cherry.

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