Rustic: 1) Relating to the countryside; rural. 2) Made plainly and simply. “rustic pottery”Have you noticed that the term "rustic" is used often in home décor and design? It's commonly used to describe everything from farmhouse décor to Tuscan-style living rooms and coastal bedrooms. However, it's important to note that a room doesn't have to fit into any of these specific styles to have a rustic charm. For example, our rustic flatware complemen… Posted by Anita MacKenzie on 2023 Aug 1st ..read more

Posted by Anita MacKenzie on 2023 Jul 1st Have you ever been to a wine and cheese soiree and noticed a strange-looking spoon next to the blue cheese? Maybe you passed the blue cheese area altogether thinking someone had left a pair of stinky gym socks nearby? Or it could be that you just haven’t ventured out into the blue cheese territory and don’t know your Stilton from your Roquefort.This is hardly a definitive guide to Stilton cheese, but we hope that after reading this you’ll kno ..read more

Posted by Anita MacKenzie on 2023 Jun 18th Dads can be hard to buy gifts for. Still, if your Dad loves to cook, buying him a Father’s Day gift doesn’t have to be as tricky as deboning a whole chicken.We’ve put together some Father’s Day gift ideas that go beyond the usual gadgets and kitchenware. You’ll find gifts for dads who love to cook and cheese-loving dads…you may even find something for the sushi chef and outdoor grilling master. Gifts for cheese-loving DadsDid you know that the of ..read more

Have you heard? Conservas or tinned fish is a hot new snack and appetizer trend. The new go-to nosh on the block is turning up in wine bars, restaurants, and in people’s kitchens. Some are even saying that tinned fish is the new charcuterie.What are Conservas?Conservas (the Spanish word for preserves) are canned seafood or tinned fish from Spain and Portugal. The Iberian Peninsula has a rich history of cooking freshly caught seafood and preservin… Posted by Anita MacKenzie on 2023 May 31st ..read more

You might be thinking that a good knife is all you need to cut through most cheeses, and you may be right. And you may even have been getting by just fine without a cheese knife set in your kitchen.So what inspires most people to buy one of our cheese knife sets? You may be surprised to hear that it has more to do with your taste buds than anything else. In other words, if you love Stilton cheese, you’re more likely to buy a set of our Stil… Posted by Anita MacKenzie on 2023 Mar 15th ..read more

You might be thinking that a good knife is all you need to cut through most cheeses, and you may be right. And you may even have been getting by just fine without a cheese knife set in your kitchen.So what inspires most people to buy one of our cheese knife sets? You may be surprised to hear that it has more to do with your taste buds than anything else. In other words, if you love Stilton cheese, you’re more likely to buy a set of our Stil… Posted by Anita MacKenzie on 2023 Mar 15th ..read more

When we think of family, we frequently see the individuals who have raised us, have been by our sides since we were young children, or in some other way significantly influenced our early development. But as time passes, we develop a lot of deep connections with people who aren't really related to us. These could be folks you share interests with, coworkers, or fellow students. Some relationships grow to be so solid that we even refer to th… Posted by Dhruv Maloo on 2022 Nov 17th ..read more

When planning a Hawaiian dinner party, the table setting is an important aspect to consider. You want to create a tropical and inviting atmosphere that will make your guests feel like they're in paradise. One way to do this is by incorporating copper flatware into your table setting. Not only do these items add a touch of elegance and luxury to your table, but they also complement the tropical theme perfectly.Copper silverware has been gai… Posted by Dhruv Maloo on 2023 Jan 31st ..read more

You must have attended a formal lunch or supper or a social gathering with significant significance, such as a wedding, numerous times. Have you ever wondered what dining protocol should adhere to when you sit down to eat? The more formal it becomes, the more confusion it can cause. Understanding the fundamentals of table manners is a good idea because they are crucial in a variety of scenarios. Now when using various table spoons, such as… Posted by Dhruv Maloo on 2022 Dec 10th ..read more

We think cake deserves to be up on a pedestal, don’t you? There’s something very satisfying about seeing the delicious chocolate cake you made for your friend’s birthday on display. Our mango wood cake stands look fabulous on the dessert table but these beauties are decorative, useful, and just plain fun to have on display in many places. So, when the birthday celebration is over, don’t put your pedestal cake stand away!  We’ve put t ..read more