A BICENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY REPRESENTS REMARKABLE LONGEVITY AND VISTA ALEGRE IS TAKING FULL ADVANTAGE of it with dozens of new pieces created specifically to commemorate the 200 anos occasion. “It’s a very important milestone and a time of reflection to see how far we’ve come and where we want to go,” says Daniel Silva, who helped bring the brand new luster here since he started the American subsidiary in 2012. Nuno Barra, Vista Alegre product development director and board ...
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OUR SIGNATURE METALWARE, SIERRA MODERN & THANNI METALWARE: HANDMADE BY ARTISANS, ONE PIECE AT A TIME
Our signature metal pieces are handmade, one at a time, by skilled artisans. More than 12 sets of hands are involved in the creation of each piece, making each one an original work of art. All items designed by Beatriz, recipient of multiple awards, including Designer of the Year, 2023 Tableware Awards of Excellence, for her products of beauty and relevance. Decorative, functional, and easy ...
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AMAZΕNIA by Casa Alegre was developed in partnership with Ecoarts AmazΕnia. Stoneware made in Portugal that is dishwasher and microwave safe reflecting the colors and textures of the rainforest floor. Part of the revenue from the collection will be channeled back into the reforestation of the Amazon's Mato Grosso area through the planting of native fruit trees, which will help preserve an environmental, cultural, social and scientific heritage that is crucial to the future of humankind.
BERTIL VALLIEN is a gift to glass. The impressive portfolio of this prolific artist is haunting, memorable, and mesmerizing.
His 60-year career, spent advancing the craft of sand-casting, is a study of one man's existential questioning actualized on hypnotic works of art.
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BERTIL VALLIEN IS A 60-YEAR KOSTA BODA ICON, DESIGNING FOR THE BRAND SINCE 1963.
He is one of Sweden's most celebrated glass artists with numerous awards and museums exhibitions around...
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How technology hurts the entertainment industry just like Amazon hurts the retail industry.
August 1, 2023
Over the last three decades, Hollywood and many that rely on the entertainment industry have embraced ordering goods over Amazon.com. Recap: Amazon is a technology company that often cuts costs by replacing humans with code and robots and bypasses local red tape like, um, taxes and labor rules. Hollywood writers, producers, and ticket goers embraced a technology company that made their lives easier but often at the cost of others (aka retail workers).
EMON MAASHO, CEO AND PRESIDENT OF ORREFORS, NORTH AMERICA, is representative of the exciting trajectory in this 125-year operation. The über-exec joined the New Wave Group in 2013, a time when Orrefors and Kosta Boda (OKB) were underperforming assets in the portfolio. "Our crystal brands are national treasures and a part of Swedish history," Maasho affirms. And he wanted a front row seat in their revitalization. Maasho was placed in charge of the new hotel and restaurant division ...
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MARIPOSA HAS ADDED A NEW CATEGORY WITH THE CLEVERLY TITLED TRAYCHIC, A COLLECTION OF 50 STYLISH HEAT-SAFE TRAYS COMPOSED FROM A STATE-OF-THE-ART RESIN COMPOUND APPROVED FOR FOOD AND SAFE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
MARIPOSA – the Massachusetts brand launched almost 40 years ago by Livia Cowan, who had a vision that tableware could be created from 100% recycled glass and aluminum – brings that same sustainability agenda to a new category, TrayChic! (exclamation point all theirs). “...
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How we can honor those that came before us in the retail industry.
March 2, 2023
The founder of Juan Pollo Chicken, Albert Okura, passed away last week at the age of 71. Mr. Okura envisioned Juan Pollo, a fast food chain with 25 locations in Southern California, as a household name that would someday sell the most chicken in the world. He believed in this so much that he bought the site of the original McDonald’s restaurant, located in San Bernardino, CA, in 1998—not to turn it into a Juan Pollo restaurant but rather into a museum to honor his fast food industry....
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Our Kate is very proud to show off one of our pandemic year awards. Thank everyone in Northeastern Pennsylvania for voting for us again !!!
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March 14, 2020
March 14, 2020
We are Showcasing our beautiful Oyster Shell Candle on the Annieglass Square Pedestal Slab. This piece is available with 24kt Gold Trim. We have loved using this pedestal in Power Rooms for the ultimate Soap Dish. FREE ENGRAVING on all Annieglass purchases now until March 25th. Perfect opportunity to add a Special Engraved Message too your Gifts for many Occasions. Weddings | Bridesmaids | Graduation | Mother’s Day | Anniversary | Birthday | Housewarming | ...
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February 11, 2020
February 11, 2020
Beatriz winning last night Tableware International 2020 Award of Excellence in the outdoor tableware category for her Nube melamine designs at the Ambiente Fair, in Frankfurt, Germany.
The prestigious awards were judged by a panel of 27 industry experts, retailers and designers from all over the world, France, Germany, Russia, Greece, England, New Zealand and many, more.
By her side are Paul Yeomans and Mairead Wilmot, manager and editor of Tableware International ...
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January 14, 2020
January 14, 2020
We are extremely honored to have been selected as a finalist for the 2020 Tableware International Awards of Excellence⨠We were selected in the Metals/Metalware Category for our ORGANIC PEARL Ava Large Bowl and Centerpiece as well as in the Outdoor Tableware Category for our VIDA Nube Collection. What a great way to kick off 2020!?
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February 13, 2019
February 13, 2019
Bridge was happy to see this news:
Beatriz Ball is extremely honored to have been finalists in the Tableware International Awards of Excellence competition at Ambiente in Frankfurt, Germany. Beatriz Ball Collection was chosen from 274 product entries from 148 tabletop brands and selected by a panel of 28 international judges.
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February 13, 2019
February 13, 2019
Beatriz Ball is extremely honored to have been finalists in the Tableware International Awards of Excellence competition at Ambiente in Frankfurt, Germany. Beatriz Ball Collection was chosen from 274 product entries from 148 tabletop brands and selected by a panel of 28 international judges.
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December 14, 2018
December 14, 2018
So honored to be a finalist in the metals category for Tableware International's awards of excellence!
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October 10, 2018
October 10, 2018
Perfect for corporate gifts! Find out about custom personalization today!
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May 29, 2018
May 29, 2018
Instructors Mary Aebischer, a native of Mexico City, is presently living in New Mexico. Aside from teaching at UNM, she continues to teach cooking classes while finishing her book on Regional Cuisines of Mexico.
Kelly Campbell (Nicely) has over 20 years of experience in the wine industry that includes teaching and selling wine. During her tenure with B&T distributing she shared with restaurant staff her knowledge, helping them to appreciate and sell wine. Over the past 20 years, she has taught ...
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May 17, 2018
May 17, 2018
Press Release
Lauren Harper and Pickard China Introduce The New Sedona Fine China Pattern
Antioch, IL - April 9, 2018 β The oldest American manufacturer of fine china, Pickard China, announces its newest partnership with internationally acclaimed jewelry designer Lauren Harper for her premiere dinnerware collection, set for an introduction at retail in Spring 2018. Considered one of top jewelry designers in the world, Lauren Harper is renowned for her use for gem stones and organic settings that ...
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