SHARON SUH IN KOREA!

I just returned from another international vacation..two week in Korea. My sister, mom and I went for two weeks. My mother had a Seoul University Reunion, so she invited us to come along and Shel and I travelled on our own to many different parts of Korea. I don't think that I have been to so many places in my life in that time frame, very unlike me to be the diligent tourist, but I thought it was a once in a lifetime trip and so I pushed through. It was quite fascinating. Here are a few visual highlights, but the most memorable places...cheonjiyeon waterfalls, Jeolmui Forest, Andong, JeJu Island and of course the cosmopolitan city of Seoul.
I had so much rice and kimchee, I have a new friend named Stella which I brought back from Korea. Its my new little pot belly. I like her alot, but being back in the states now, she may not last very long.
If you want to see more photos, you can go into my facebook album which you can get to clicking on the title above.

QUERCUS

Christmas is coming and Lucas left a scribbled note of this cologne with the website link on his bulletin board...which makes me think he was leaving it for me as a Christmas gift hint.
We found this cologne wandering the streets in Paris and we walked into the Pentihaligan's store. Based in London has been around since 1870 and its the "distinguished man's" cologne. They have a great shaving kit as well, but in general, its a fanastic store. I actually really like the scent so if you want to get something for your pops or your brother or boyfriend, check it out. I actually have never had a boyfriend wear cologne before, but if its going to be one, this is the one. Its subtle.

Check it out by clicking on the title above.

COMME des GARCONS at H&M!

Comme des Garcons, one of the great fashion labels of our time, has a designed a inexpensive line for H & M. I can't see these items lasting too long in New York, but in LA and other cities, you may have a chance. Check out the line...its pretty affordable and its fashion forward even for H & M. I am going to go tomorrow to check out the materials, but for all you fashionista's...run.

Check out the designs by clicking on the title above. This jacket shown runs for $129. There is a cute scarf too for under $50.

LISA ROCCHIO'S KIDS

I just shot the most adorable kids a few days ago, I had to post the photos. Sara, Jack and Wil Rocchio in Brentwood California. These kid are the most well-behaved kids I have ever met. I also liked this shoot because Lisa had one of the coolest homes in LA that I have seen. Amazing interior design. Three snaps for Lisa. Sorry for the tease, I don't have photos of her home, just the kids.

PAULETTE'S MACARONS IN BEVERLY HILLS

After spending so much time in Paris a few weeks ago, I love Macarons. I have been looking for some in LA, and I think I found the perfect Macaron!
Paulette’s. These are hand-made daily Beverly Hills, inspired by master pastry chef Christophe Michalak. They are delightfully bright and bold with the perfect amount of chewy that I like in a macaron. A mini-box of two cost $4...great for a party!
Viennese architect Andrea Lenardin Madden received the City of Beverly Hills Design Award for the concept and design of their shop. Paulette Beverly Hills was also recognized by prestigious I.D. Magazine, earning the 54th Annual Design Award for the Environment...a very cool place to check out if you are in LA. You can purchase their yummy macarons on line. Click on the title above!

CRATE & BARRELL

This is the perfect gift for anyone. Its so affordable, and everyone needs one of these I think. Holiday gift for the mailman, doorman or super, or people on your Home Owners Association Board? Its a 6-Way Opener that opens bottle tops, jar lids, bottle caps, pull tabs, safety seals and snack bags. (leave one in your car for emergencies...you never know when that big earthquake is going to hit). I like the green one.
Its only $7.95. Check it out by clicking on the title above.

GLOBAL KNIVES

While I was in New York, I stayed with my friend Christina again. She is also an fabulous cook, and so we cooked in alot. She made the most amazing bolognese sauce which is when I first noticed her amazing knives.
We did a few stories on Global when I was at Bon Appetit Magazine so I knew of the brand, but I had never used one. I had the Wusthof brand from Culinary School so never really shopped around for knives. The next evening when I was cooking for the group, I have to say that once you use a global knife, NOTHING IS EVER THE SAME! You have to try these knives!!!!!!!!!!Especially if you are a cook. LIfe changes. I can't recommend these knives more. I just ordered a set. They are on sale!

There are four series of Global knives, G, GS, GF and GSF. The only difference among the series is that the G and GS knives are lighter in weight than the GF and GSF knives. Global knives are manufactured by Yoshikin in Niigata, Japan. They were designed in 1985 by Komin Yamad and using the best materials and the latest manufacturing techniques, they were perfected to professionals and now the mass market. Best perk... Lifetime Warranty.

Check them out by going their website or you can click the title and it will take you to a link where I purchased them on sale!

DISH TOWELS

Hello!
I just got back from New York a few days ago and I have been a bit crazy lately trying to book the a bunch of people for my personal work, watching the debates, and doing some fall cleaning.
While I was trying to get organized and I realized that I needed to do a makeover on my kitchen. Rather than tear out the cabinets and the countertop, I decided instead to do a minor makeover due to debates scaring the pants off of me and making me think twice about my kitchen resdesign.

I decided, the new makeover...Dishes, towels and color scheme. Its a quick fix.
The first thing I did was throw out all my old dishtowels and purchase new ones. I have attached three different ones I was chosing from but I decide to go with the Grey William Sonoma Towels. Classic.
WILLIAM SONOMA come in a set of Four for $18. The colorful ones are from ANTHROPOLOGIE and the set of 3, sell for $24. Lastly, the white ones are from SUR LA TABLE. I like the all white...reminds me of a Paris kitchen. Set of 4 are only $9.95.

You can to to WILLIAM SONOMA's LINK by clicking on the title!