Champagne isn’t the only refreshment that can be cooled in shiny silver buckets. La Tete au Cube has created a cooler that doubles as a self-serve station for party guests that prefer brewsky over bubbly.  Made of highly reflective metal, the “So Cool” Cooler conveniently features 17 bottle openers that,…
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Tea towels may be for drying dishes and other kitchen necessities but it doesn’t mean they can’t be fashionable.  Ferm Living has a collection of organic cotton kitchen towels with whimsical designs including Lovebirds, Mushrooms and Leaves.   Pretty enough to use for place settings,  each tea towel ($20) comes…
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Our latest discovery on Etsy reminds us of vintage textiles and wallpaper.  Neapolitan’s shop sells a collection of  chic notecards and paper boxes that are beyond pretty.  We are crazy for the peach, lilac and gray Chevron patterned folded note cards (so Pucci!) and the Love card printed with the…
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Washing your hands before dinner is an unusual experience when the soap is actually shaped like little hands.  Made of all natural glycerin, the Handsoaps, which are made by hand) by Marie Gardeski, started out as an art project during graduate school. After completing an installation of 2500 doll-like hands…
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Slaving over a hot stove in the dog days of summer can be a chore.  Stay cool by creating a summer menu of freshly chilled ingredients packed with bold flavors.  Chef Ulrich Sterling of Agua Dulce restaurant shares a favorite recipe from his Latin kitchen for your next get-together.  His…
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Everyone knows the trick to making perfect poached eggs is to handle them with care.   Breakfast connoisseurs swear by a splash of vinegar in the water to keep the egg together.  Others use a slotted spoon to gently remove and drain their eggs.  For those with less patience or a…
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dvGreen, my sustainable event design and production company, recently partnered with L’Olivier Soirees & Galas, one of NYC’s favorite floral design houses.  L’Olivier was founded by South of France native Olivier Giugni, and my focus is high-end eco style, so a Sustainable South of France wedding was right up our…
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It’s a sweet wonton.  It’s deep fried ravioli.  Whatever you call it, you can’t deny that this simple treat sounds delicious and, like all Lazy Hostess-approved recipes, it’s sophisticated yet simple to make.  The Nutella Ravioli, courtesy of our favorite Italian chef and Food Network star, Giada de Laurentiis, is…
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Last Wednesday night, Colin Cowie, one of the most famous party planners in the world, showed his guests just how connected he really is.  The charming host with his signature sense of humor joked with party-goers, that he had used his special “red phone to the sky” to make sure…
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Savon de Marseille, the iconic bottle of French soap made famous by its fresh, all natural scents and bold, minimalist typeface, has been redesigned in celebration of the brand’s 20th Anniversary.  La Companie de Provence commissioned Marseille artist, Stephan Muntaner, to create original illustrations, that spoke to the creative culture…
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Perfume as a work of art is a transmitted expression of intimacy. Poignant words from Francis Kurkdjian, the world’s most famous perfumer, who created his first scent for Jean Paul Gaultier at the young age of 25.  His client list includes the top beauty and fashion brands such as Lancome,…
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The sweltering summer heat calls for cocktails made with shaved ice, freshly pressed juices and premium spirits.  These vintage sterling silver straws with leaf finials are a chic way to enjoy these chilled concoctions.  Originally made popular in the South, sterling silver straws were often used in mint juleps served…
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