At Home with Kim Vallee

ENTERTAINING, SPECIAL occasions | March 20, 2009

Touch and Feel of Karim Rashid’s Globalight Champagne Cooler

I introduced last April this exquisite Champagne cooler. I got the chance to see many in person at the Interior Design Show of Toronto. Do not look in the exhibit; it was only accessible to VIP guests. I have the chance to be a good friend of Harry Wakefield, the founding editor of MoCo [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for HIM, TABLEWARE | November 17, 2008

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Chic Modern Decanters by Italesse

Two more gift ideas for wine lovers. A magenta ice cooler feels like bringing the Pantone colors at your table. Designed in 2007 by Archikò, Alavin aerates and cools wines and beverages in a kit. You place ice cubes or crushed ices inside the colored base. If you drink red wines, use only the [...]

DINING, TABLEWARE | November 14, 2008

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Luminarc Launches Young Wines Glasses

Brands invent all sorts of wine gadgets to enhance the taste of young wines. After the carafe and the aerator comes to specialized wine glass. Leave it to the French to invent the concept. The airing surface is designed to stimulate the development of the aroma. So far, I only saw the [...]

ALL occasions, GIFT IDEAS, HOSTESS gifts | November 10, 2008

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Cool Gift Ideas for the Wine Lover

1. Vinturi At last, a wine aerator that works as you pour your glass of wine. It can also be used with wine carafes. Vinturi has been praised by wine connoisseurs because it enhances multiple elements of the wine. It does more than reduce the tannin. Since this gadget will be a hit with your [...]

ALL occasions, ENTERTAINING, GIFT IDEAS, HOSTESS gifts, PARTY supplies | July 8, 2008

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Built + French Bull: A Killer Combination

When two companies that you like collaborate, you can be happier. Built and French Bull are creating something joyful. Three patterns from French Bull – Multidot, Rainbow Flower, and Vine – will be decorating four of Built’s best selling items. The color palette of the rainbow pattern looks amazing. The One Bottle Tote, the Two Bottle [...]

DINING, ENTERTAINING, FOOD + drinks, TABLESCAPE, TABLEWARE | June 12, 2008

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Unusual Tabletop Accessories for Father’s Day or a Wedding Gift

More and more men cook at home and organize parties. Obviously, they are looking for a different aesthetics. If your dad is one of those men, read this. After the fact, the housewares list I gathered would also make perfect wedding gifts. Tell me what your think? Flower Vases for Centerpieces The first product is the [...]

ALL occasions, DINING, ENTERTAINING, GIFT IDEAS, PARTY supplies, TABLEWARE | April 10, 2008

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Six Gift Ideas for the Hostess

The birthday of a girl friend is coming soon and you are looking for unique gift ideas. If she likes to throw dinner parties, I suggest you take a look at Violet. My delightful picks are: 1. American Honey Flight It is a great gift to plan a tasting event. The set includes a [...]

DINING, TABLEWARE | March 17, 2008

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My 6 must-have kitchenware for entertaining from Sagaform

I have been a fan of Sagaform for many years now. Sagaform produces innovative kitchen accessories with beautiful simple lines at an affordable price. And did I mention that Sagaform is Scandinavian? I particularly appreciate Sagaform for their amazing serving ware. They are designed with casual entertaining in mind. Here are my picks [...]