TV ads are not for the rich, reports today's Times. Emily Steel says TV is watched by the aspirational while the truly wealthy use services like Netflix or HBO on demand. This article may speak to how retailers try to sell luxury items across other channels. Lexus reaches the rich not on TV but rather at events like the US Open and at art museums. The article also observes that most people envision themselves 10 years younger than they are and earning 2x as much as they truly do.
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November 2, 2015
November 2, 2015
Mixing Materials [3 Must Know Tips for a Stunning Dining Table Experience]
Mixing Materials If you plan on an abundant centerpiece, keep decorations to a minimum. A dining table becomes overcrowded quickly with dinnerware, cutlery, glassware and linens. We recommend setting these down first and work around. Different materials offer texture and visual interest. If your dinnerware is plain white it will look stunning with colorful, textured linens. Blue and white plates, a favorite of many, are ...
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November 1, 2015
November 1, 2015
Instructors Cody D Boring was born and raised in Maryville, TN. He developed his interest into the culinary world by learning about growing and cooking with fresh vegetables and wild game alongside his parents. He graduated from William Blount High School with Culinary Arts Honors and continued this path at The Culinary Institute at the University of Tennessee. Cody studied under Executive Chef Peter Glander from Ruby Tuesday where he is currently working. He enjoys spending time with his wife ...
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October 31, 2015
October 31, 2015
Please join us for our annual Christmas Open House! Storewide savings!! November 5th, 6th, and 7th!
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October 1, 2015
October 1, 2015
Circle the date for our 25th Annual Holiday Open House, Saturday, November 14! Hope you can be with us!
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September 21, 2015
September 21, 2015
Today's HFN reports that Home Depot has added a third fulfillment warehouse in Ohio to service online sales. The other two other locations are in California and Georgia.
Excerpt: The Home Depot Opens Third Fulfillment Center to Support Online Sales The Home Depot also plans to open other facilities this year to further bolster its online business, as well as its IT capabilities
Happy 4th of July weekend to all of our Fishy Friends!! The shop will be closed Saturday, July 4 through Monday July 6th! We will open on Tuesday July 7th at 10am! Please have a safe, fun, happy holiday celebrating the United States of America!!
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July 2, 2015
July 2, 2015
Second Cheeks opening in Squirrel Hill in July!
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June 29, 2015
June 29, 2015
It's time to open your summer bar. To inspire you, a few gorgeous pieces from our popular Sea and Shore Collection, our Conch Shell Decanters, Anchor Decanter Tags and Coquille Medallion Ice Bucket.
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June 19, 2015
June 19, 2015
We'd like to share some news from our friends in Dallas: the Dallas Total Housewares & Gourmet Market is next week, June 24 - June 30.
We recommend attending ;)
About the show: Dallas Total Housewares & Gourmet Market is the destination of choice for discerning buyers. Browse more than 1,500 premier housewares and gourmet manufacturers. Uncover new product inspiration in permanent showrooms and temporary booths across campus or in our open-daily Gourmet Market.
August August 3, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Summer Time Dining David Pinckney, $48.00 On the menu: Marinated Heirloom tomato salad, Burrata Cheese, fresh greens, crispy prosciutto with white balsamic vinaigrette; Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut, Purple Sticky Rice, Red Curry Sauce and Cucumber Salad; Peanut Butter Brownie with Peanut Butter Crème Anglaise August 10, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Gourmet Entertainment ...
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May 27, 2015
May 27, 2015
Peeking into an open kiln, Annie unloads the Water sculpture bowl from its mold.