This is my daily collection of interesting stuff that I saw on the Web.

+ Inspired from the Japanese paper lantern, Arioso Toro does not look like your usual gazebo. Add a couple in your backyard to create instant VIP seats. Arioso Toro is manufactured by Plato from Thailand. Via Gaspard Live and Moco Loco

+ A beautiful kitchen nook photographed on a sunny morning by Geninne. I like how the dishes and the fruits are displayed. Via Geninnes Art Blog

+ Easter Yu of Muscari finds an original way to present her ring bearers that she sells on Etsy. Via The Event Essentials

+ In the repurposing trend, these bulldog clips, magnets and pins are made with real vintage typewriter keys by bubbo, an Etsy seller. Via PoppyTalk

+ The curvilinear shape of the Food Map Container favors good drainage and the elevated level is easier on your back. Via Shelterrific

I resist a long time to talk about my adoration for Orla Kiely on my blog. The reason is that the best of her collection is not related to home dcor or entertaining. That was until I discover her travel bags.

To celebrate the vacation season, I am thrilled to present her current travel bag collection. That is what I call traveling in style. The patterns and colors are so beautiful.

Luggage Essentials And My Packing Tips

I never bring black luggage because they do not stand out on the airport carrousel. Even if our suitcase meets the requirements of the a cabin luggage the content may not. So it is best to be prepared.

I prefer not to check in my luggage when I travel. Therefore, I learned to pack light. One trick is to bring clothes that you can mix and match. Since I enjoy wearing dresses and shirts, I can manage to be fashionable without carrying too much stuff.

Wear a coat as you board the plane; some planes are cold so you may be glad you have with you. I typically wear a stylish pair of extensible jeans, a fitting tee shirt and a nice sweater. The key is layering. Avoid sneakers or high-heels. Ballet shoes or a fashionable flat shoes are your best bet. You should aim to look great while being comfortable.

More Adorable Products

Any one of the Orla Kielys wallets and cosmetic bags will please the fashionista. I would have a hard time deciding which one to get between the Mainline accessories line and the Etc accessories range.

The actualised vintage vibe of her clothing line is fun. I only wish there were more retailers that carry the Orla Kiely brand in Canada.

SOURCING:
+ Red Tripp Large Tote by Orla Kiely price: $280 USD
+ Olive Tripp Cabin Upright by Orla Kiely price: $350 USD
+ Mainline Layered Cube Cosmetic Bag by Orla Kiely price: $130 USD

To be frank, I never cook an Indian meal. I eat Indian food at the restaurants. A few friends made the plunge and enjoy this adventure.

So if you do not know how to start, I suggest you stop by Hooked On Heat, a blog by Meena Agarwal. There are plenty of tasty recipes.

Newbies should read first Indian Cooking 101. To avoid frustrations, be prepared and stock the must-haves in every Indian pantry, fridge and stove suggested by Meena.

Based in the Toronto area, Meena is a cooking instructor and recipe developer so she has no problem teaching us a few tricks.

Gift Ideas for Foodies

Since spices are crucial in Indian cooking, why not buy a cute spike kit on Etsy from Purpose Design. I introduced before her brushed aluminum spice box collection. Because you will use many different spices, I suggest that you buy for yourself the large kit instead of the small one. You can store a few small spice kits for future hostess gifts.

SOURCING:
+ Hooked On Heat
+ Large Indian spice kit by Purpose Design price: $38 USD
+ Small Indian spice kit on etsy - price: $15 USD

This is my daily collection of interesting stuff that I saw on the Web.

+ Having dinner in the streets is a public form of entertaining that is born out of necessity in a mega city. Citizens assemble temporary dining terrace in the sidewalks. Suzanne Seggerman holds Chez LHydrant dinners in front of the building where six or eight friends share a one-pot dish. Calvin Tsao is more daring; he held dinner parties on the Brooklyn Bridge. Via New York Times

+ I added a new blog to my RSS feed that I must tell you about. This Ain't No Disco (it's where we work) is blog that shows some of the best agency interiors in the world. I foresee lots of creative rooms in sight. Via desire to inspire

+ A visit at the Farmer's Market in Novato held on Tuesday evenings. The food looks so fresh and tasty that I have to present this feast. Via The Kitchen

+ If you wish to sell your house at the best price, read 20 Tips To Prepare The Kitchen For Resale written by Susan Serra of The Kitchen Designer

+ The next time you visit Nice in the Cote dAzur, plan a stop at La Zucca Magica. According to Mark Bittman, Zucca has few equals among well-known Western restaurants serving no meat or fish. Via New York Times

We do not need to speak Swedish to grasp the meaning of these styled pictures. They are so inspiring.

If you have open shelving, opt for decorative storage solutions. Look at how country chic stores display their merchandise for clues.

Then, head to the flea markets and concentrate on what you need to create a vignette for your storage needs or to put the last touches on your dcor.

Images from Cosas, a retailer in Stockholm