Kissing the cook does not exempt one from doing
dishes—though a great many passionate attempts
have been made throughout the ages. Tea towels
from Yves Delorme complete the evening’s journey
from sudsy sink to pristine kitchen, done with that
natural ease in which the French draw romance into
everyday tasks. With the Poule posed in its luscious
coral hue; the Cocottes striking in such a palatial blue,
it is clear that scratchy, three-to-a-pack linens hardly
summon fine living. If yours is a dishwasher household,
the towels are vibrant and gorgeous to display, to
slip into the bread basket, or to witness the steamy,
saucier possibilities of gourmet. For retailers, 800 322
3911 yvesdelorme.com
All that time spent on window dressing, and yet the heart and
soul of the space has everything to do with the cabinetry. From
their Woodland Artisan Cabinetry collection, Woodland Furniture
spoils traditionalists with a spectacular linenfold design in classic
white oak. Inspired by their own Balmoral Linenfold console,
the handmade cabinetry richly evokes the simple yet splendid
woodcarving style, with origins tracing back as far as the 15th
century. Woodland’s offerings gracefully reminisce about the
past; artisans use finishing and distressing techniques to emulate
the look of aged antiques. In a contemporary world, how
refreshing to see a kitchen warmly swathed in Alder, Mahogany
or Walnut. For information, 208 523 9006 woodlandfurniture.com
The story of food is reliant upon intrigue. When made with
ardor, it is a saga, not simply a meal; it is a beginning and
end connected by lush, devout yearning—curiosity for the
next, surprising bite. For the palette that spends time on
these things, there is only Lolo flatware, designed by Jose
Joaquim Ribeiro in Portugal for Cutipol, his family’s superb
line of cutlery. This set is made of the finest quality stainless
steel, a delicious effluence of minimalism and purity. The
flatware has been hand selected by Teroforma, a unique
collective with discovery on their minds: the company
sources unique artisans and studios, revealing and inviting
new eyes on their work and craftsmanship. Theirs is noble
pursuit of stylish serendipity, and one that always results in
excellent taste. To purchase, 877 899 1190 teroforma.com
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