Arjé is taking the luxury fashion industry by storm! Husband and wife disrupters Oliver and Bessie Afnaim Corral launched Arjé in February 2017 based on the see-now-buy-now business model, which means clotheshorses and fashionistas don't have to wait months to purchase designs they see on the runway. Head over to Arjé's site, where you will find gems for him and her … [Read more...]
AMANO + SAVILE ROW = A LUXE TONGUE CLEANSER
Everyone knows that you should brush your teeth daily, but very few people know that you must spend a few seconds scraping your tongue, every day, too. A regular ole tongue cleanser won't do. The Italian-crafted AMANO Tongue Cleanser, with its 18/10 Austenitic Steel head, is a must-have for a healthy mouth, and the Savile Row design option is about as elegant as you can get. … [Read more...]
GET A TASTE OF BORDEAUX WITHOUT JETTING OFF TO FRANCE
France's Bordeaux region offers more than its famous red wine. It's also home to the cannelé (pronounced "can-eh-lay"), an addictive tasty pastry with a caramelized exterior and a moist, custardy interior. What makes this pastry so delicious is its two key ingredients: vanilla beans and dark rum. If you are looking to make your own cannelés, try this Saveur recipe, but if you … [Read more...]
CELEBRATE THE CHINESE NEW YEAR WITH FREE FOOD
Happy Chinese New Year! 2018 is the Year of the Dog! If you were born in 1970, you are a Generation X Dog. There are 5 types of Dogs: Earth, Fire, Gold (Metal), Water and Wood, according to Chinahighlights.com. Their characteristics include being responsible, intelligent, helpful, sensible and reliable. For a year full of abundance and wealth, decorate your home with gold … [Read more...]
SHAKERATO: THE COFFEE SNOB’S SUMMER DRINK
Even though we still have 5 weeks of winter left, it's not too early to think about how you plan on spending your spring-filled days. I am all for drinking shakeratos, Italy's version of iced coffee, while journaling or just enjoying my surroundings. When making the perfect coffee drink, you must have the correct grind (extra fine for Turkish coffee to extra coarse for cold … [Read more...]