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quinn

Movie night will never be the same again.  America’s favorite snack food has been reinvented by Quinn Popcorn in several mouth-watering, gourmet flavors including Parmesan & Rosemary, Vermont Maple & Sea Salt and Lemon & Sea Salt. Not only is their popcorn delicious but it’s healthier than traditional brands who…
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raaka

By now we all know the term farm-to-table, but have you heard of bean-to-bar?  The latest incarnation of the premium chocolate bar comes from Raaka, one of the only chocolate companies working with organic fair trade, Rainforest Alliance certified beans. Raaka uses a low temperature process instead of roasting their…
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Now you can send a gift to say, “Get Well Soon,” that actually might help you get well soon.  Healing Cooler is a boxed set of 6 freshly pressed organic fruit and vegetable juices that can be sent to a loved one that is on the mend. Created by Eric…
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Nothing says Spring like flowers in bloom.  With these ingenious grow boxes, anyone can create an instant garden in their home or office by just adding water. The handmade bamboo pots are filled with organic soil, 5 gladiolus bulbs and organic coconut husks (for drainage), literally everything you need to…
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August 30, 2010 | Eco-Chic Entertaining

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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sunflowers

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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Your culinary creations deserve better than the stack of shiny, plastic, straight-to-the-landfill disposables next to them.  And, come to think of it, so do your guests.  Developed by a Japanese company, Wasara has elevated your disposable dinnerware to a whole new level by designing plates, bowls, trays, tumblers and wine…
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Elderflower cordial has long been associated with the Victorian era, but its original use can be traced back all the way to Roman days.  Bottlegreen has a delightfully refreshing version  of the aromatic syrup that would be the perfect base for non-alcoholic summertime drinks.  A concentrated blend of unique flavors…
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kobo
May 18, 2010 | Eco-Chic Entertaining

At Cafe Cluny, the popular West Village bistro, the bathrooms are scented with tobacco but luckily not the toxic kind.  Instead the chic eatery burns candles from Kobo, in particular their unusual yet intoxicating Tabac and Talc, which is a melange of tobacco, patchouli and talc.  Made from domestically grown…
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The Laundress Home Cleaning

Neatnicks and clean freaks take note. The girls of The Laundress, who have kept your party clothes pretty and fresh for all these years, have launched a new collection of products for the rest of your house.  The Home Cleaning Collection features 11 new items that are biodegradable and allergen…
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FERRYheath

Design obsessed fans of Heath Ceramics can rejoice that the brand has found a new home for their beloved ceramic dinnerware and tabletop accessories at the Ferry Building on the Embarcadero in San Francisco. Designed by Los Angeles based interior design firm, Commune, the 500 square foot store is nestled…
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bamboo grow pot

Green thumb optional.  For those wanting to grow their own herbs but lack any gardening skills (or an actual garden), Bamboo Grow Pots by Potting Shed Creations are an ingenious solution. The handmade, sustainable bamboo pots come with organic soil and your choice of herb seeds including Lavender, Oregano, Basil…
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