Bright ideas from four clever Canadian designers…
Set of 4 Linen Napkins in Neon Chartreuse // Smith Handmade, Toronto
Chartreuse ‘Fur’ Earrings // Studio Method(e), Quebec City
Friendship Cuff Bracelet // Distinguished Designs, Halifax
Hand-painted Skull Pin // Sarah Van Den Brekel, Toronto
Also check out her cool illustrations here.
“Every Dinette Nationale sweet is made in Montreal with mighty ingredients. Close your eyes and enjoy the ride.”
Everything on the Dinette Nationale site is lovely! Here is just a sampling of some of the sweet things they offer:
>>Blueberry & Strawberry Fruit Jellies
>>Lollipops in Bergamot Vanilla, Butter Caramel, Jasmine, & Saffron
>>Pistachio Almond Nougat
In Hintonburg, there is no shortage of choice when it comes to food…
Brunch: Who doesn’t love a leisurely brunch? Weekly Omelette with Salad // The Hintonburg Public House
Lunch: Wood Oven Pizza! // Tennessy Willems
Dinner: Seasonal Menu with an Italian bent // Burnt Butter
Double Dessert: How to choose? Assorted doughnuts & cupcakes // Suzy Q Doughnuts & Isobel’s Cupcakes
Stone-washed Floral Shirt // London Alexander, Vancouver “Founded in 2010, London Alexander is a contemporary menswear brand designed for men with exquisite taste. Manufactured in Canada, the line incorporates global inspiration with classic tailoring.” London Alexander is available in Vancouver at Board of Trade Co. and in Victoria at Outlooks for Men.
Liberty of London Edenham Print Necktie & Pre-tied Bow Tie // Pomp & Ceremony, Toronto “Add some pageantry to your everyday wardrobe with accessories designed and hand sewn by Toronto designer Andrea Dixon…”
Floral Printed Socks in Sea Foam // Strathcona Stockings, Vancouver “Strathcona Stockings specializes in fine specially printed stockings, socks and supplies. Every print is original — designed, collaged, photographed or drawn in our studio or on our travels.” Strathcona Stockings are available in Vancouver at One of a Few and Charlie & Lee.
Salted Caramel Peanut Butter // Monkey Butter
“The combination of smooth, sweet caramel and crunchy sea salt crystals may sound unusual but it makes this peanut butter blend impossible to put down.”
Salted Butter Caramels // Beta5
“Rich and creamy butter caramels, slow cooked for deeper flavour and a creamy, soft texture.”
Salty Scot: Sea Salted Caramel Scotch Ale // Parallel 49 Brewing Co.
“Building upon a Scottish “Wee Heavy”, this unique beer was developed to provide a strong caramel malt flavour with enough salt to give it a bit of a bite. Stronger in alcohol, this beer starts off sweet but remains fairly light to drink.”
Salted Butter Caramel Sauce // Cocolico by Wendy Boys
“Cocolico’s Salted Butter Caramel is a labour of love. Each decadent batch is carefully warmed until a deep dark caramel flavour and rich velvety texture is achieved. Best enjoyed on apple pie, drizzled over ice cream, pancakes & yogurt…or by the spoonful.” Cocolico products are available in Vancouver at Bird on a Wire.
