My Buying Trip to New York made extra special by Mario Batali
I went to New York for a week of business. Looking to buy lots of new things for the upcoming months at Hammertown. While in New York, I was lucky enough to use my “Mario” friendship connection to get a reservation at Mario’s wonderful restaurant, Babbo (“anyway you can…
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Joan’s Pick: Chemex–Is it a Coffeemaker…or Art? It’s both!
As the old song says, "everything old is new again" -- and there are so many reasons I love these new/old Chemex Coffeemakers. Like all great designs and great ideas they are timeless for a reason...because they're beautiful and they work!
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This Week’s Recipe: Roasted Tilapia with Black Olives, Lemons & Capers
From Doris Cassar, our guest recipe blogger: Like most Mediterranean cooks, I was taught to be thrifty. This means we recognize the value of fresh, high quality ingredients and honor them with simple preparation.
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Doodletown Farm-The Final Episode: Where There Was Mud
This is, sadly, the last episode in an eight part series chronicling Bob & Jack as they brought an 18th Century farmhouse into the 21st Century. As far as I'm concerned--they are the reigning Kings of DIY! -- Joan
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Our Love Alex & Alexa Sale is still on!
Order our best selling sofas at our best-ever prices!
The Love Alex and Alexa Sale has been extended so you can still order a slipcovered sofa, sectional, chair, loveseat or sleeper and save 35% off suggested retail. Here are just some examples of these great sale prices...
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Joan’s Pick: Chemex–Is it a Coffeemaker…or Art? It’s both!
Doodletown Farm-The Final Episode: Where There Was Mud
Our Love Alex & Alexa Sale is still on!





































