Category Archives: living

Week Nine: Salt Espresso Lunch & Tea Bar

One of the many things I love about London is its array of charming, independent coffee shops. And recently opened Salt Espresso Lunch & Tea Bar is no exception. Owner Aleem Hussein’s philosophy is to sell what he believes in, using the best ingredients possible (suppliers include Square Mile Coffee, Waterloo Tea, and The Ladies […]

Week Eight: On Souvenirs and Collections

I’ve dedicated myself of late to decluttering: getting rid of old magazines, books, clothing, and trying my best to keep new stuff from undoing my efforts. Nonetheless, I’ve accumulated a small collection of glass jars. Yogurt jars (from London), pôts de crème containers from Miette and Floriole, and a French school glass from Labour & […]

Week Seven: Milo + Olive

Santa Monica restaurant Milo + Olive not only has a menu that is right up my alley (what’s not to like about pizza and pastries?), but the interiors are fantastic, too. I’m especially taken with the art wall. This visit, it was way too crowded to get a closer look. Bad news for me, but […]

Week Six: Arts & Science

I will never tire of perfectly minimal Japanese design. My latest obsession? Arts & Science, making utilitarian goods and treats (and clothing!) look so very appealing. images from arts-science.com

Week Five: McNally Jackson Café

Wandering down Prince Street early in the evening over our December weekend in New York City, McNally Jackson‘s windows were aglow and beckoned me inside. I was completely won over – the bookstore was warm, welcoming and stocked with an appealing array of product (including an intriguing espresso book machine, which allows you to publish […]