Why can’t we play with our food…

2-9-2011

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With this device of Happy Hotdog Man you can create a funny dancing hotdog. Entertaining for kids in a restaurant, where they can create their own hotdog-meal.

Fresh tea cart

1-9-2011

We know the cheese platter in restaurants, as well as the cheese cart and pastry cart. New is the tea cart. At Les Terraillers they ride along the tables with a broad selection of fresh herbs and plants: Rosemary, mint, camomile, cinnamon… Cut and washed at your table and prepared with hot water.

Ice guitar

1-9-2011

These ice cubes are multi functional, they’re also used as stirrers and bring your cocktail in a party mood.

Lip tattoo

1-9-2011

The creative lip tattoos of Sugar Factory are available in colored sprinkles and other sweets. Guaranteed sales increase for ice cream shops.

Barrel-aged cocktails

31-8-2011

No barrel-aged wine or whiskey, but cocktails. We see this more often. The only thing you need is a barrel, a funnel, a sieve and six weeks. After the aging, the cocktail had absorbed the wood tones for a new harmonious flavour. When can we drink this is a Dutch bar? Or is this something to try at home?

From ferry to luxurious spa

31-8-2011

This 57 year old ferryboat found its new function as luxurious day-spa. Bota Bota, which is designed by Sid Lee Architecture, can be found in Montreal’s Old Port. This five decks fitted boat offers various (sauna-) facilities in a beautiful panoramic setting.

 

For tiramisu-lovers

31-8-2011

Recently a tiramisu-shop opened in Manhattan, which is an answer to the current trend in Italy where they are experimenting with different tastes of tiramisu. At Dolce Vizio, tiramisu-lovers can choose of six different tastes from limoncello to nutella. But it is possible as well to compose your own taste by choosing of several sauces and toppings.

Rarely design in restaurant Zmianatematu

31-8-2011

This rarely designed restaurant opened in Poland. The interior of Restaurant Zmianatematu consists of natural materials in a special design. Watch the website for more inspirational photo’s. 

Tea lecture by sommelier Ann Vansteenkiste

30-8-2011

On Monday the 12th of December there is a lecture for everyone who wants to learn more about tea. The lecture is organized by Teest and Ann Vansteenkiste will explain everything from the history and production to the making of a perfect cup of tea. Check the video (Dutch).

Mini hamburger as appetizer

30-8-2011

The hamburger is primarily known as fast food. That’s why people may have their doubts if they see this appetizer, but a dish with a wink is usually very succesful.

Bed bug detection dog

30-8-2011

Dutch hotels and hostels can use a special trained dog in their battle against bed bugs. Labrador retriever Sally has been trained for 1,5 years to detect these anoying crawling creatures.

Greenhouse by Joost goes to London

29-8-2011

Pop-up restaurant Greenhouse by Joost will soon be opening a restaurant outside Australia, in London. Greenhouse restaurant is about designing and operating better places for people, from lightning to the menu. They are also working on a permanent location in Melbourne.

No cash? Pay with services or goods

29-8-2011

Want to go out for dinner, but no cash? No problem at Restaurant Fireside in Chicago. The owner uses a barter strategy to keep his restaurant going. Guests can pay in goods or services, such as an ice cream cooler of a grooming service for his dog.

Whole Foods for a healthy lifestyle

29-8-2011

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The largest American retailer of organic food products, Whole Foods, opened the Wellness Club. Consumers can register themselves as a member, wherefore they pay registration fee and a monthly payment. Members have access to several classes and courses, cooking classes, community events and have a 10% discount on 1,000 healthy foods. 

 

Surprisingly designed smoke detector

26-8-2011

The Dutch Louise van der Veld will releave us from the boring smoke detectors. Her Chick-a-Dee design is a real eye catcher. Our guess is that this bird won’t sing a cheery tune when it’s on fire.

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