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Monthly Archives: December 2011
Coupe or Flute?
This is the age old champagne dilemma – coupe, flute or tulip! Last year I wrote about Seth Box, director of education for Moet Hennessy USA, who, in the New York Times, discussed his preferences. Not only did he voice his … Continue reading
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Posted in food and drink, gifts, holiday, interior design, wine
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Quintessential Guide to Champagne
In preparation for New Year’s Eve, everyone needs to know at least a little something about champagne. Long time readers may recognize some of this information, but since many of you are new to Quintessence this year, I am offering an … Continue reading
Posted in food and drink, holiday
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Merry Christmas
As some of you know, I’ve been obsessing over tartan this fall and I am thrilled that I finally have the opportunity to set a tartan table for the holiday. I am lucky to live in an area that has … Continue reading
Posted in design, entertainment, holiday, interior design
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At the Movies
Another holiday classic that merits a viewing this weekend is Christmas in Connecticut. This light hearted romantic comedy boasts an all star cast including Barbara Stanwyck, Sydney Greenstreet, Dennis Morgan and a host of others. With a witty script and zany … Continue reading
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Dale May: Lego Star Wars at Samuel Owen
It’s no secret here that I love Legos. And clearly so does photographer Dale May. What a fun evening I had last week at the Samuel Owen Gallery for the opening of May’s Lego Star Wars exhibit. Known for his … Continue reading
Posted in art, children, photography
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Thank You Elle Decor – My Favorite Space
Yesterday Elle Decor featured 30 design insiders’ picks for their favorite ELLE Decor Rooms of 2011. I was thrilled to be included. It was almost impossible to pick just one room from the many fabulous features throughout the year but … Continue reading
Posted in architecture, furniture, interior design
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Verdura Splendor
Only a handful of jewelry companies today can claim a legacy rich in history and design. Verdura is among them and I was lucky enough to attend a holiday party at their chic showroom last week to celebrate their new … Continue reading
Exotic Taste
It is almost impossible to have an interest in interiors and the decorative arts and not be fascinated by Chinoiserie and the exoticism of the “mysterious East.” From Napoleon’s invasion of Egypt to the British occupation in India, this region … Continue reading
Posted in architecture, art, art history, design, fashion, furniture, history, interior design
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At the Movies
A vintage romantic comedy, Ernst Lubitsch’s 1940 The Shop Around the Corner is a classic holiday story. And you may not realize that it is actually the original version of You’ve Got Mail. Stars Jimmy Stewart and Margaret Sullavan work … Continue reading
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Traveler’s Tips and Treats Redux
I didn’t get a chance to finish the post I had planned for today so I am reissuing some handy (updated) info from last year that I’m sure only a few have seen and/or remember. I’m sure many of you … Continue reading
Posted in books, design, gifts, holiday, learning, louis vuitton, travel
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