Enjoy a taste of NYC’s Via Carota at home with their subtle Signature Martini. With four drinks in a bottle, this cocktail is crafted using vodka and dry vermouth for a light, citrus-forward iteration of the classic. The sophisticated, etched bottles make these batched cocktails elevate any occasion, and also make a fantastic host gift.
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Alex Mill has launched a new line of jeans for both men and women, made in Los Angeles. Though the brand has created denim items before, this is their foray into the 5-pocket jeans category. Founders Mickey Drexler, Alex Drexler and Somsack Sikhounmuong have leveraged their expertise developed over several decades at The Gap, Old Navy, J. Crew and Madewell to source, cut and treat denim with a clear focus on becoming the next classic. The jeans—designed with an emphasis on offering the best fit for anyone—are available in three styles for women and one for men. They’re made with regenerative cotton and finished in a range of authentic looking vintage-inspired washes. Prices range from $195 to $225 based on style and wash.
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A stylish, simple, sustainable, made in NY accessory to keep things cool in the kitchen. Made from natural felted wool which is printed with patterns, they are practical for dealing with hot pans, especially those with short handles, like cast iron. Available in several styles. Pot handles are also available.
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We love the graphic-on-graphic style of this black and white hoodie, a collaboration between Brendan Monroe and Alpha Tauri for the Las Vegas Formula 1 race. It’s 97% cotton and 3% elastane for just enough stretch.
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More than a recipe book, Made Here: Recipes & Reflections From NYC’s Asian Communities is a love letter to the chefs, bakers and food vendors that make food in 43 Asian eateries across NYC. Packed with essays that give context to dishes, interviews, illustrations and more, the cookbook spans cuisines and regions. Learn how to make Thai Diner’s som tum, Pecking House’s dirty fried rice, Awang Kitchen’s tahu gejrot, Kuih Cafe’s pulut inti Kuih Cafe, and more. Best of all, 100% of net proceeds go to Send Chinatown Love’s community-focused projects.
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Multiple candle shapes in a range of colors enables you to create the candle of your dreams. Select the components you desire and stack them up. They can be rearranged at any time. Made of odorless paraffin wax, these design classics from 2001 stand the test of time. A three piece stack in Candl Stack 02 starts at $39. Additional Stacks are available.
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Up your cooking game with Our Place’s wok set and all the umami you need with a trio of Fly By Jing’s flavorful creations. The carbon steel wok is pre-seasoned, solidly crafted and features brass colored handles, a glass top, and a set of cooking chopsticks. The large steamer basket fits plenty of dumplings or a nice sized fish, and also includes liners. Well-designed, functional and substantial, it’s an ideal wok for most home cooks. It’s also oven safe up to 600º. Jars of Fly by Kings Sichuan Chili Crisp, Zhong Sauce, and Chengdu Crunch make this set an easy starter kit or thoughtful gift.
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With a focus on traditional artisan crafted items, NYC-based homeware brand el mono meticulously sources Murano glass pieces, pottery, table linens and more. Their Calla Lily goblet is made by hand in Italy and incorporates a charming floral pattern. As every piece is handblown, no two are exactly alike. And while the Calla Lily may be our preference, there are Daisy and Dahlia versions, too.
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Designed by Piero De Vecchi in 1947, the whimsical T8 candle holder entered the echelons of homeware iconography when it was awarded a prize at the eighth Triennale di Milano. Crafted in Italy from a single brass swirl, the candle holder is now available through the online high design platform Abask, where it’s joined by other acclaimed De Vecchi works.
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We’ve tried just about every brand of all-natural floss, packaged in paper or glass, and have not yet found a product that does the job. And though there are several great innovations in paper and glass packaging, we found that paper didn’t wear well in our travel kit. Then we tried Davids, and while it’s not perfectly eco-friendly it performs very well and makes every effort with currently available materials. It starts with the floss, which is made with polyester from recycled water bottles. The rest of the few ingredients include vegan wax, coco butter and essential mint oils. Importantly, the expanding floss performs extremely well, and in our tests rarely breaks (the main issue with all natural fiber options). Then there’s the plastic case, which is lightweight, well-engineered and easily refilled. If you aren’t familiar with the brand’s toothpaste, which comes in aluminum tubes, it’s also our top pick.
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Celebrating CRAVE’s 10th anniversary, co-founder, designer and force of nature Ti Chang created a limited edition Tease Anniversary Edition Ring. Both a statement piece and a powerful vibrator, it draws on the brand’s ethos of beautifully designed and engineered accessories that also have a second, more personal purpose. Proudly but discretely displayed, her work is empowering and pleasure-positive. Vibration at multiple speeds is activated by a subtle button and recharges via USB. Cleverly designed, the silicone ring attaches to the Tease, and it’s sold in small, medium and large options, each including four rings in consecutive sizes to ensure your best fit, The Tease Ring is made in San Francisco and its First Release edition comes in hand-polished stainless steel (currently priced at $135) and 24k gold plating (currently priced at $195).
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From Helsinki-based designer Didi NG Wing Yin, the Pleats Chair is crafted from horizontally oriented fir wood and incorporates a brushing technique that enhances the wavy grain of the material. This unique chair is part of the designer’s greater Wood Pleats collection, which includes magnificent vases and stools.
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Recent Withings scales have consistently integrated professional level tech into home devices, and when they debuted the Body Scan scale at CES in 2022 we were excited for it to launch. It’s finally available and our review unit has impressed, providing even more reliable data and body composition analysis because of its hand held retractable bar, which provides more specific and more detailed measurements, all of which are stored in your profile for comprehensive, easy review.
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It’s been a minute since we’ve swooned over a briefcase, but this aluminum statement piece is giving us all the feels. Simple, elegant and practical, it’s functional, too. Three leather interior pockets help keep you organized, and the optional shoulder strap comes in handy when you’re on the go.
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Finally, someone felt it was time to make ski poles better. Magnetized handles so they stick together when you want them to, 3D-knit straps that keep their form, making it easier to get your hands through, an optional GoPro mount for the top of your poles, and customizable colors (for the same price). Yardsale’s P1 poles may not meet the needs of very advanced, professional or specialized skiers, but they definitely meet the needs of nearly everyone else. Affordable, well-built, and designed with a smile, they’re an easy way to up your style and performance on the slopes.
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Made by hand in a lab on a farm an hour outside of London, founder and skin care specialist Annee de Mamiel marries the best of Western science and Eastern medicine to create a range of skin care products focused on treating the impact of stress. There are many products we’re fond of, but the First Fix Stress Response Serum is a great place to start your discovery of this unique brand. The serum, 13 years in the making, considers both the causes and the effects of stress on your facial skin, with proprietary natural ingredients like Neurophroline, an extract from wild indigo. A combination of prebiotics, hyaluronic acid, oils and other proven ingredients, it packs a lot into a single pump’s worth that your skin will thank you for. Yes, it’s expensive—an unfortunate result of using all-natural ingredients alongside specialty product volumes—but we haven’t tried anything we’ve liked more.
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The newest addition to the brand’s Melt family of light fixtures, Portable brings convenience and a bit of drama to your tabletop. Available in four finishes, the 11″ high light leverages its mirrored, molten glass inspired dome to create movement and shadows when in use.
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This well-designed cooking thermometer outperforms others with its fast-reading technology (it features sensors on the outside of the wand, not just the inside) delivering results in half a second. The device features an OLED screen that clearly and brightly displays the temperature in the direction you are holding it. Whether you are grilling, frying, cooking on the stove top or in the oven, it quickly and easily performs. It’s magnetic, too, so you can store it where you need it for quick access.
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Rancho Meladuco has been our go-to farm for California grown dates. A great snack, an ingredient in a recipe, or an addition to your cheese board, you’ll also discover some new flavors along the way. Their new two pound box is, as the name suggests, full of pitted heirloom dates that are likely less well known and definitely harder to find. They grow more than two dozen varietals, including old-world and new-world varietals including Abada, Empress, Mariana, Tarbazal, Honey and Riley. Each Heirloom Variety box is filled with a mix of whatever is ready to be harvested and comes with a seed planting kit so you can grow your own date tree.
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Beautiful hand woven items are made in Stephanie Seal Brow’s Hudson Valley workshop, including this indigo blanket. A nice, smooth hand feel results from the mix of Egyptian cotton with wool from Maine. The two halves of the blanket are joined together with a black band, and the hems are finished with a blanket stitch. It measures 56″ x 76″
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PATCH makes first-aid products that are eco-friendly and sustainable, including these hypoallergenic, latex-free bandages. Made from bamboo fiber, which has antioxidant properties, and featuring the company’s pressure sensitive adhesive and custom woven bamboo fabric pad, you can heal knowing you’re not damaging the environment. This B Corp also plants a tree for every online order. The value pack includes 100 bandages. Other designs and packages are available.
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Hojicha tea and bean-to-bar chocolate deliver a fresh take for your hot chocolate in an unexpected combination that adds a fresh twist. The slight bitterness of the roasted green tea blends nicely with the 70% Camino Verde Ecuadorian chocolate. Originating at the San Francisco brand’s Kyoto café and also served in the San Francisco café, it’s now available, in limited quantities.
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There are no shortage of tripods available for your phone but the MOFT X TOMBOGO Snap Phone Tripod Stand MOVAS, part of the collab’s Creative Commuter collection, is a new take. It folds flat to only .27″ thick and attaches using MagSafe to compatible iPhones or any other device using the included adhesive metal ring. The extra height really helps when capturing photos or video, or when viewing content. Devices can be mounted horizontally or vertically. MOFT’s Snap-on Phone Stand + Wallet easily attaches as well should you have or desire to add a wallet. Made from durable vegan leather, its available in two colors on its own or as part of the Creative Commuter collection.
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Whether worn as a middle or outer layer, the clean lines of this 100% extra fine merino wool zippered sweater jacket (available in several colors) provides the kind of flexibility we love, especially when traveling. It benefits from the material’s natural water resistance and lack of creasing, and features well-executed simple lines and details that make this a great piece for adding to your wardrobe or for gifting. Its classic proportions means extended use, its machine washable for easy care, and made in Italy.
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Finally, a complete view of Piero Lissoni’s decades of work across architecture, interior design, furniture, furnishings, graphics, landscape and more. This substantial book, edited by Stefano Casciani, presents the Lissoni & Partners studio work in a well-organized and easy to peruse manner, from The Middle House hotel—our go-to in Shanghai, to the chic Sanlorenzo Yachts SP110 plus working, retail and living environments, there are beautiful images and inspiriting designs to inspire.
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The ButterFly 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger is a compact and versatile charging solution for iPhone and Apple Watch users and a welcomed replacement to Apple’s own dual charger which is no longer in production. Made from aluminum and vegan leather and about the size of an AirPods Pro Case, it unfolds to reveal a MagSafe charger for the iPhone and a magnetic fast charger for the Apple Watch. ButterFly can also be used as a display stand for either device, supporting StandBy mode for iPhone and Nightstand mode for Apple Watch. It includes a 30W Power Adapter with four international plug adapters, making it ideal for travelers.
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