41 years ago, VIETRI Founder and CEO Susan Gravely went on a fairytale trip to Italy with her sister and mother. They discovered the handpainted dinnerware of the Amalfi Coast, and they fell in love with the whimsical, colorful designs. They decided to fill their suitcases with the cheerful plates, and they returned home to North Carolina with dreams of a potential business.
"We excitedly unpacked the dinnerware we had brought home from the Amalfi Coast and eagerly showed it to our ...
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Brighten up your home with a touch of Sicilian tradition by VIETRI. Sicily has a tradition dating back generations of displaying female and white sculptural heads, and they are often used as planters on doorsteps, porches, and balconies. No matter the placement, these handcrafted Sicilian Heads are sure to be a conversation starter. There are 7 different styles to choose from. Stop in to see our selection.
Join us for an irresistibly Italian experience with VIETRI's Susan Gravely! She will be...
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In celebration of vietri’s 40th anniversary, Susan Gravely, vietri Founder and CEO, has written a memoir and a cookbook.The 240-page book features 52 recipes straight from the kitchens of Susan’s dearest Italian friends. In addition to these treasured family recipes, each chapter tells the story of how Susan met each friend and the meals and memories they have shared together over the years. The book also includes glimpses into these friends’ beautiful Italian homes and gardens...
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Susan Gravely – alongside her sister, Frances, and mother, Lee – founded VIETRI 40 years ago after a serendipitous vacation where they discovered the charms of Italian ceramics. Gravely’s new book, Italy on a Plate, equal parts travelogue/cookbook/memoir, is a culinary delight celebrating four decades of bringing the best of Italy’s tableware to an adoring fan base.
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You and I go back almost to the start of VIETRI in 1983. [Editor&rsquo...
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In her debut memoir and cookbook, Susan Gravely celebrates 40 years as Founder and Creative Director of VIETRI. Italy on a Plate is an exploration into what makes Italy so magical: its staggering beauty, unparalleled style, artistic legacy, and incredible food. The close friends she has made during her years of Italian travels have graciously shared favorite family recipes that you’ll make time and time again.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6 12:30-2:30PM IN STORE BOOK SIGNING!
Hope to see you all at this fun book signing! @thebakermamablog, Maegan Brown will be at Heart's Desire Frisco signing her new book, "Spectacular Spreads". If you loved her first book, "Beautiful Boards", then this one will blow you away! It's a collection of event ideas, recipes and INCREDIBLE instructions and photographs to help you every step of the way!
Don't Miss It! (if you can't be there...
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October 11, 2019
October 11, 2019
PRE-ORDER NOW!! We are so pleased to offer the Downton Abbey Cookbook by Annie Gray, with forward by Gareth Neame, (Executive Producer of Downton Abbey. It is filled with British recipes from the Downton era, and decorated with beautiful photographs from scenes of the show.
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September 26, 2019
September 26, 2019
The Official Downton Abbey Cookbook features a Smart Brand product on its cover: Royal Crown Derby's Darley Abbey dinner plate.
Newlyweds have to learn how to cook somehow⦠Which is why cookbooks are great bridal registry gifts. We have a variety at the shop (and many other books for the bookworm in your life).
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March 1, 2019
March 1, 2019
I just have TOO many good cookbooks, said no one ever! Perfect for brides, birthdays, or to simply treat yourself.
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December 4, 2018
December 4, 2018
Every holiday season our team at Barbara Stewart's has their personal favorite holiday gifts, so this year we decided to share those with our customers. Check out Barbara Stewart's Top 10 Holiday Gifts for 2018 (in no particular order of preference):
1. Juliska "12 Days of Christmas" Holiday Serving Platter 2. Custom Recipe Wooden Cutting Board 3. Jack Daniel's Whiskey Praline Candy 4. Holiday Beer Bottle Caddy 5. Men's Leather Expandable Toiletry Bag 6. Rick Bragg's "Best Cookbook in the World" ...
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November 1, 2018
November 1, 2018
So pleased to have the newest book, Southern Traditions by Pat Branning. Itβs a beautiful compilation of recipes, stories and art. Makes a wonderful house warming, hostess or Christmas gift! Also a smart addition to a coffee table or kitchen!
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October 21, 2018
October 21, 2018
Please join us this Tuesday from 3-7 pm for a Southern Get-Together. Nibble, Drink, and Mingle while viewing William Dunlap & Wyatt Waters Original Art, have cookbooks personalized & signed by Robert St. John & Wyatt Waters, and more!
Come nibble, drink, and mingle at our first After Hours event on Tuesday, October 23rd and, have cookbooks personalized & signed by Robert St. John & Wyatt Waters.