Exploring the art of engraving, the beauty of fine glassware, and the enjoyment of the beverages within.

With the holidays coming up, I'm especially drawn to gifts that feel personal without trying too hard. That's what I love about Crystal Imagery's new line of Affirmation Candles.

Crystal Imagery is now officially licensed to offer Penn State and University of Maryland glassware.

The secret to good personalization isn't necessarily subtlety. It's intention.

There’s something about ordering a cocktail at a beautiful hotel bar that makes it taste better than the exact same drink at home.
The good news? You can recreate more of that experience at home than you might think.

Our Apple Cider Bourbon Sour has everything I want in a seasonal cocktail: bourbon, fresh apple cider, a little maple and enough lemon to keep it from getting too sweet.

We’ve all left an event with something branded that went straight into a drawer - or, realistically, never made it out of the tote bag.
But every once in a while, you get something you actually want to keep.

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There’s a lot of branded merchandise people accept because it’s free… and then there are the pieces they actually use.

Good hosting is really about anticipating those little moments. Here are a few details that make a bigger difference than you might think.

Glass or ceramic? For most coffee drinkers, there isn't one clear winner.