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Postcups: Love It or Hate It?

partysugar — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:00:47 -0800

Kitschy mugs have never been my thing. However, when I saw these porcelain Postcups ($50) by Bailey Doesn't Bark, I thought they would make a fun Valentine's Day gift. The microwave-safe, handle-less mugs can even be engraved with a personal message. Every time you enjoy hot chocolate you'll remember the person who sent you the cup, and if things don't work out with that special someone, imagine how satisfying it will be to smash it. What do you think of the glassware?

YumSugar Gift Guide: The Hipster Foodie

YumSugar — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:00:52 -0800

A friend of mine, who fits the classification of hipster to a T, also happens to love all things gourmet. Initially, I was at a loss for what to get her, but I quickly discovered that there's an array of niche gift items that converge at the juncture of food, music, and cutting-edge cool. Case in point: I have to get her this book about underground dining, and because she loves to push the envelope, I know she'll flip for this shopping bag.

Want more gift ideas? Browse the selection below or check out all the gift guides on HolidaySugar.

Funny Cup: Love It or Hate It?

partysugar — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 04:00:39 -0700

The other day I came across this random cup that made me do a double take. At first glance, I thought it was full of egg yolk, but then I noticed the squatting female and started to laugh.

While I find it quite humorous, I'm not exactly sure I want to drink something out of it. Still, I can't help but picture it filled with beer! What do you think?

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Mom's Heart Will Flutter With These Butterflies

YumSugar — Thu, 08 May 2008 01:00:26 -0700

When I was a kid, my mom had the most beautiful set of butterfly coasters. They were bamboo edges with clear glass on top of lace with a butterfly right in the center. They were too pretty to use and she had them as decoration, but I would play with them often.

It's been a while since I've thought about the butterfly coasters of my childhood, yet lately I've noticed a big spring meadow trend happening in dining and kitchen decor. To celebrate Mother's Day, I've rounded up a bunch of the new butterfly products.

This Arthur Court Butterfly Cake Stand ($48) is absolutely perfect for my mom. What do you think? Would any of these products be suitable for your mom? Take a look, just scroll through below.

Ivy Trellis Dinner Plate - $16.00	Metamorphosis by Raynaud - $36.00
Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Pasta/Rim Soup Bowl - $24.00	Arthur Court Butterfly Pitcher - $150.00
Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Egg Platter - $58.00	Butterfly Garden Versace By Rosenthal - $45.00
Spode Floral Haven Dinner Plate, 10" - $21.00	Spode "Floral Haven" Yellow Poppy Salad Plate, 9" - $20.00
Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Dinner Plate - $22.00	Spode Floral Haven Bread/Butter Plate, 6" - $11.50
Lenox Butterfly Meadow® 8" Dessert Plates (Set of 4) - $29.99	Curlicue Wings Pitcher - $68.00
Zoology Coasters - $40.00	Anna Weatherley - $508.00
Portmeirion "Botanic Garden" Covered Butter Dish with Knob Top - $62.50	Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Bedside Carafe, 9.5" with Cup - $43.00
Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Mug - $15.00	Ink Forest Mug - $12.00
Butterfly Study Mugs - $32.00	Springtime Wine Glass - $240.00
Graphic Garden Tumblers - $36.00	"Butterfly" Flatware - $349.90
Anna Weatherley Springtime in Budapest Flatware - $110.00	Butterfly Potholders - $12.00
Garden Butterfly Platter - $59.00	John Derian Apollo Butterfly Tray - $65.00
Butterfly Appetizer Plate - $1.95	Butterfly Study Serving Plate - $34.00
Arthur Court - $59.00	Butterfly Study Sugar & Creamer - $12.00
Apple Blossom Cake Stand - $58.00	Butterfly Tablecloth - $69.00
Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Figural Salt and Pepper Shaker Set - $32.00	Jay Strongwater Set of 2 Butterfly Napkin Rings - $150.00
Butterfly Print Tablecloth - $70.00	Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Napkin Holder - $36.00
Dransfield & Ross - $58.00	Copper Cookie Cutter, Butterfly - $10.00
Martha Stewart Collection Cupcake Liners/Toppers - $9.99	Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Scalloped Oval Baker - $90.00
Garden Butterfly Teapot - $39.00	Herend - $155.00
Lenox Butterfly Meadow® 9-Piece Tea Set - $89.99	Butterfly Apron - $32.00
Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Utensil Crock with Wooden Utensils - $43.00	Martha Stewart Collection Spring Spatula - $12.99
notNeutral - Butterfly Tea Light Holder - $8.00	Polly George Ceramics Butterfly Collection Vase - Large - $145.00

Get Mugged!

YumSugar — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 01:05:42 -0700

Maybe it was all the coffee talk this week, but when I saw these cute fruit mugs that TeamSugar member fairy_MK bookmarked, I decided to go on a hunt for a new coffee mug. I checked out ShopStyle Living and found way more options than I expected. To see some of my finds, scroll through below.

Chef'S White Rustic White - Octagonal Mug, 10 oz. - $12.99	Run DMC Mug - $8.00
Moomins Mugs, Moomintroll - $30.00	Villeroy & Boch "Aureus" Mug, 10 oz. - $35.00
notNeutral Links Mug with Handle Set - $20.00	Color Wheel Mug - $5.00
Silo Mug - $2.50	kate spade Larabee Road Demitasse Cups & Saucers, 8-piece set - $75.00
Moomins Mug, Love - $30.00	Lavender Lane Mug - $129.99
Cow Mug & Bowl Set - $7.95	Villeroy & Boch "New Wave" Cafe Tea Cup - $19.50
Jonathan Adler Mug - $24.00	French Cat Mugs, Set of 4 - $47.80
Monogrammed Mugs - $6.00	Bottna Mug - $22.00
Dip Mug - $6.95	Monogrammed Mug, Missus - $6.00
Eiffel Tower Breakfast Collection, Mug - $47.50	Lauren Ralph Lauren "Silk Ribbon Slate" Mug - $30.00
Villeroy & Boch "Golden Garden" Flowers Mug - $44.00	Villeroy & Boch "Audun" Mug - $42.00
Posteaux Mugs - $8.00	Chalk Stripe Mug - $7.95
Noritake "Java Graphite Swirl" Mug - $13.00	Lenox "Butterfly Meadow" Orange Sulphur Mug - $15.00
Noritake "Tempo" Signature Mug, 13 oz. - $26.00	Fiesta Java Mug - $13.00
Calvin Klein Khaki Collection Graffiti Mug - $13.80	Lenox Simply Fine™ "Chirp" Mug - $36.00
Waterford "Ballet Ribbon" Mug, 8-oz. - $39.00	Portmeirion "Sophie Conran" Mug, 12.5 oz - $13.00
Denby "Classics" Regency Green Coffee Beaker - $32.00	Fitz and Floyd "Ricamo" Mug, 5" - $20.00
Woodland by Spode Snipe/Quail Mug - $42.00	Fitz and Floyd "Global Market" Mug - $19.00
Lenox "Mosaico D'Italia" Mug - $36.00	kate spade "Gramercy Park" Floral Accent Mug - $22.00
Lenox "Butler's Pantry Fruitier" Mug - $22.00	Kim Parker Home by Spode "Emma's Garland" Mug, 11 oz. - $22.00

Yummy Links: From Candy Stores to Generic Food

YumSugar — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 08:53:11 -0800

The fine folks of Pennsylvania are about to lose an amazing candy store. - Candyblog
Catch round the clock coverage of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival - Eater
Missing a few Scrabble tiles? Don't toss the game out, turn the rest of the tiles into DIY Scrabble coasters. - CasaSugar
Someone's gone behind the scenes of Iron Chef America, and it's not flattering. - Village Voice
This Spring make sure you sip in style with adorable espresso cups. - Hostess with the Mostess
Can't get fresh spinach? Don't worry, frozen spinach might be more nutritious than fresh. - FitSugar
Did you realize that Jared has been the Subway spokesperson for 10 years? - Al Dente
Coca-Cola is trying to green-ify thier image. - Slashfood
What's the difference between a name-brand product and a generic? - Chow

YumSugar Gift Guide: Remember Your Co-Workers

YumSugar — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 07:28:31 -0800

Finding the perfect gift for a co-worker can sometimes be a tricky task. You hang out with them for more hours than you do your own family, but for the most part it's still an office relationship. Selecting a gift for the ones you know well will be easy, but the ones you're not as familiar with might be a bit more difficult. To help you out, I've selected a few gifts that will be just perfect. For the person who's always in charge of lunch, get them this useful Takeout Menu Organizer. Or, share a laugh by giving them a chocolate voodoo doll and watch them take revenge on the boss! For more food relevant co-worker gift ideas, scroll through the list below.

Chocolate Voodoo Doll ($7.95)	Atomic Food Containers ($8.99)
Herb Growing Tater Pots ($14)	Cool Bean Espresso Maker ($18)
Cafe Cup ($20)	Takeout Menu Organizer ($27.95)

Hoch Die Tassen: Love It Or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 07:03:33 -0700

Artist Hrafnkell Birgisson has created these adorable champagne glasses. Or are they adorable tea cups? Either way I love them and want them. What do you guys think of Hoch Die Tassen (translation: "High Cups")?

Source: Craft

Anamorphic Cups: Love It Or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 07:01:18 -0700

I saw these anamorphic cups and saucers and immediately fell in love. The image is on the plate in plain sight, but can only be viewed when the mirrored cup is placed on it. Anamorphic creations aren't a new thing, the style first appeared in artwork in the 1600s, and became popular throughout Europe in the 18th century. So what do you think? Would these cups be popular in your house?

Source: Neatorama

Cup Noodles Gets Greener

YumSugar — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 06:39:18 -0800

Even the biggest foodies among us have consumed our fair share of instant Ramen - I did go to college, after all. But I always steered clear of Cup Noodles, the Ramen you cook by adding hot water to a styrofoam cup, which you then throw away. It just seems wasteful, and the fact that the cup is made of styrofoam makes it even worse!

Fortunately, it seems the Cup Noodles folks are moving into the 21st century: Treehugger reports that Cup Noodles is now selling reusable cups for its to-go Ramen soups in Japan. The "Cup Noodle Refill Starter Pack" includes a container called "My Noodle Cup," with a cup liner that Ramen fans can customize with their own designs, as well as soup refills.

I applaud the effort, but I can't help but wonder why you wouldn't just buy the regular Ramen noodles and make them in a bowl or mug. I guess because you're on the go, or too lazy to wash a dish, which makes me think that those folks will still opt for the styrofoam cup version. What do you guys think?

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