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YumSugar Gift Guide: Bring a Little Dinner Party Cheer

YumSugar — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 16:18:31 -0800

If you're the eater in a dinner-party relationship - the person who comes over to chow down - then you may want to thank your entertainer by adding them to your holiday list. You could opt for a nice bottle of wine, but since that is so obvious, why not get them something a little more unique? There are quite a few things for the dinner party enthusiast, you can surprise them with this clever baguette tray and knife ($38) - it is a bit specialized, but is still a load of fun - or splurge and get them a new set of placemats. These Chinoiserie ones from DwellTable ($88) are a bit pricey, but absolutely charming. Scroll through the list for more dinner-party gift ideas.

Two-Tiered Dessert Server ($19.95)	Baguette Tray & Knife ($38)
Stainless Steel Champagne-Wine Bucket ($39.95)	Corelle Square 16-pc. Dinnerware Set - Simple Lines ($69.99)
DwellTable Chinoiserie Placemats ($88)	Riedel Vinum 7-Piece Gift Set ($99)

Ming Oil & Vinegar Set: Love It Or Hate It?

partysugar — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 01:08:22 -0700

At first glance you may think, wow what's with the up-side-down wine glasses? But look a little closer and you'll notice that these are not, in fact wine glasses. No that's not a ruby Pinot Noir and a yellow-y Chardonnay; it's actually red wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. The bottom of the wine glass shaped bottles slide off to create a steady slow streaming pour of oil or vinegar that is super easy to measure. I think these are quite stylish and would look lovely sitting on a sleek black granite marble-top or rustic wooden stove end, but then I think about the hassle of actually filling them. Even though they come with a handy dandy filling funnel, images of an olive oil mess instantly come to mind. I can't decide whether I love them or hate them, maybe I would love them as a gift...what do you think, Ming oil and vinegar set: love it or hate it?

Qubus "Sommelier" Wineglasses: Love It Or Hate It?

YumSugar — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 15:03:19 -0800

I found these expensive wineglasses that look like cheap disposable plastic cups on stilts. They're called "sommelier" and are handblown in the Czech Republic by Maxim Velcovsky for Qubus Design Studio. A single glass will cost £25 (about $50). On one hand I think they're quite cheeky, but on the other, I think they're rather ridiculous (not to mention expensive). What about you, what do you think?

We Have a Winner! Riedel Pink Vinum Rosé Wineglasses

YumSugar — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 11:45:57 -0700

On YumSugar, we decided to honor National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by giving away three sets of Riedel's limited-edition Pink Vinum Rosé wineglasses to one lucky winner. Each glass has an elegant clear bowl and a soft pink stem, and a portion of the proceeds goes to support breast cancer diagnosis and management.

Well, we now have our winner! Congratulations, Dolls123, who gets six of these elegant glasses for a good cause. Thanks to everyone who participated in the giveaway!

Comment to Win the Riedel Pink Vinum Rosé Wineglasses!

YumSugar — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 16:14:40 -0700

This year, in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the folks at Riedel have created a special, limited edition glass. The Pink Vinum Rosé glass has a soft pink stem and clear bowl and is sold in a set of two.

Well guess what? We're giving away three sets (6 glasses) to one lucky winner!

All you have to do to enter is leave a comment below and we'll do a random drawing on Sunday, October 14 at 5:00 pm, Pacific Time. Don't forget to email this to friends and family who may be interested in winning.

Click here for Official Rules. One entry per person - all repeat comments will be ignored. Also, you must be a TeamSugar member to comment, so if you're not a member, please register here for an account.

Good luck!

Yum's October Must Haves

YumSugar — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 07:30:33 -0700

October is that magical time of the year where the weather starts to change, fall hits us hard and the holidays are just around the corner. It also happens to be National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and - on the lighter side of things - National Cookie Month. To get you prepared for a fabulous October, I've rounded up some great products that you simply must have.

First on the list are these Limited Edition Riedel Pink Vinum Rosé Wineglasses. The pink stems represent Riedel's support of Living Beyond Breast Cancer and a portion of the proceeds is contributed to support breast cancer diagnosis and management. A set of two glasses can be yours for $40.
Next up is this American Honey Flight. Produced by artisanal beekeepers, there are nine different glass vials of raw honey, such as Maine Blueberry and Washington Buckwheat. Each vial is hand-corked and sealed with beeswax. Cost: $72.
An important part of October is the Halloween decor and pumpkin carving. To make your pumpkin carving an easy experience, get your hands on one of these Van Vacter Pumpkin Knives. It has a rounded safety tip and fine serrations for easy cutting. The dishwasher safe knife also features a non-slip handle and a stainless steel blade. $19.95 for one.
During the fall, a slow cooker is definitely a must have. This 6 Quart Premium VersaWare Slow Cooker from Rival features an inner pot that can be used directly on the stove. Now you can brown your meat directly in your slow cooker pot, and toss it in the oven to reheat. You can also store the pot in the freezer, or pop it in the microwave. Available for $54.99.
This month's final must have is a Baker's Half Sheet Pan with Storage Cover. The rust proof aluminum pan is perfect for even-heating and offers great cookies each time. The cover is an extra bonus, you can easily transport bar cookies, regular cookies and even cupcakes.