Bedtime stories without the parent actually being present

24-4-2010

In English-speaking areas one can read a bedtime story to children even if the (grand) parents are not present. You can record audio and video of yourself that simultaneously runs with a virtual book. This way you can read it to your child without actually being present.

The original Cupkeeper

23-4-2010

Usefull, patented and reusable (thus sustainable) carrying system for cups and glassware. Upon request with logo. Ideal for events, festivals and parties.

Social Media, hype or fundamental shift

23-4-2010

Radio and television needed 38 and 13 years to reach 50 million users, Internet only needed 4 years.. Facebook had 100 million users in just 9 months. Social media hype or a fundamental shift?

Classy burgers at Burger & Barrel, NY

23-4-2010

When you get an article in Vogue magazine long before the opening in June, then your expected to become a very trendy burger bar in New York. The name is Burger & Barrel and the bar belongs to the owner of Lure Fishbar. Menu: from luxury light burgers to the classic burgers and many salads.

Nigella Lawson iPhone app

22-4-2010

After Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay, the British TV cook Nigella Lawson now also has her own iPhone application. For € 5.99 you get 70 (English speaking) recipes, quick and easy to prepare.

Inflatable bathtub

22-4-2010

Blofield, known for its inflatable chairs and sofas, has introduced a new product. An inflatable bathtub with champagne cooler and “table”.

The first train running on biodiesel

21-4-2010

In Texas the first train is powered by a sustainable mix of diesel and a byproduct of beef. It consists of 20% biofuel and 80% regular diesel. It involves a test of 12 months.

Pizza with grasshoppers

21-4-2010

If you suffer from a plague of grasshoppers you can always use them as an ingredient on pizzas. This is exactly what an Australian pizza maker has done.

Sound Phuket Nightclub

20-4-2010

On the third floor of a large shopping mall in Phuket a modern and trendy nightclub is located, with a capacity of 700 people. The design with round shapes is inspired by the human ear and is developed by Bed Management Company.

The Dutchy Dress by Bavaria

20-4-2010

The first World Cup gadget is out: the Dutchy Dress by Bavaria. During the World Cup Bavaria focuses on women. With a specially designed 8 pack of beer you will find an orange dress with a red / white / blue cord. The dress is revealed by football wife Sylvie van der Vaart.

Sauna, Turkish bath and shower in one

19-4-2010

Sauna, Turkish bath and shower in one for home use. It is a compact unit making it possible to apply in every home. With a touchscreen you can choose between the different programs.

Millies Cookies

19-4-2010

London based Millies Cookies biscuits has opened a new store in Paris.

The Top Chef Tour 2010

19-4-2010

The Top Chef Tour 2010 will visit 21 cities in the US. At each stop there is the possibility to meet the top chef of the moment and to taste his famous food. Based on the television show Top Chef.

Life-size lego bricks

18-4-2010

With this life-size Lego bricks you can always re-build your own furniture, Lego-style.

Exchange energy for a free meal

18-4-2010

Crown Plaza Hotel in Copenhagen offers it’s guests a free meal ticket of € 26.00, when they will generate electricity for 15 minutes on a hometrainer. This way the hotel wants to limit it’s carbonfootprint.

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