Holiday Gift-Giving
It seems that no matter how early I start or how many times I declare that I will finish all my Christmas shopping early it never happens. Plain and simple it just does not happen. So if you’re like me, still searching frantically for the PERFECT gift I’ve got a few ideas for the caffeine lovers on your list. Considering the date you’re not likely to have these on time if you’re ordering online, unless Santa drops it off himself so I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you.
It’s always great to know that you’re giving someone a gift they will enjoy and appreciate. I’m not a tea kettle kind of girl. I’ve never owned one, never needed to own one. But for some reason I want one. Is that strange? If you’ve got someone on your list who like me would appreciate a kettle (how silly does that sound?) check this kettle out: the Livestrong tea kettle. Chantal paired up with Lance Armstrong to create the Livestrong collection, and a percentage of the sales of each kettle goes to the Lance Armstrong Foundation. The kettle is gloss golden yellow and would look darn cool sitting up on the stove all shiny.
Got someone on your list who loves iced coffee drinks or indulging in desserts such as affogato? From Illy, which I have to confess is my go-to brand when it comes to espresso made at home, I found these gorgeous crystal glasses designed by emerging artist Serse Roma. The design was inspired by the waves of the sea in Trieste, Italy where the artist is from. The glasses come as a signed set of two, along with a can of Illy.
Last but not least on the list is an electric tea maker I spotted on chef Art Smith’s Yahoo wish list. The TriniTEA electric tea maker has a section for steeping and a section for warming, and you have total control over the steep time and the water temperature. I haven’t the pleasure of trying this baby out, but assuming it lives up to its features description, the TriniTEA maker is the way to go if you use loose tea. It sells for around $99.
Happy shopping!
