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A Simple Guide to Candle Etiquette

We all love candle light for its ambiance, sometimes its fragrance, and for that cozy, nice feeling that comes from curling up on the sofa or settling down for a candle lit dinner.  
— Laurie Furber
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Aging Gracefully

| image courtesy of vogue |

I've always been one of those people whose age is a bit of mystery, but these last few years I feel like I'm starting to look my age.

— Laurie Furber
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Elsie's Edit | The Elsie Green Restaurant List

Add this page to your Pinterest travel board; we'll be updating it regularly with new restaurants as we continue to travel and discover new culinary experiences around the world.
— Sepi Shokouh
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A Beginner's Guide to Vintage Flatware

Flatware, silverware, cutlery. No matter. It's all beautiful. If you're considering starting a vintage flatware collection, you really can't go wrong. But knowledge is power, no? So here is a petite tutorial to guide your search.
— Laurie Furber
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The Paris Journal | Jessica Wright

| image courtesy of bon traveler |

When we're planning a trip, there are a few people we turn to for their recommendations.  One is our friend Jessica Wright, Curator of  Bon Traveler.  Jessica  is one part northern California two parts abroad, spending the majority of the year in foreign lands, curating travel guides for the design-focused traveler.

— Laurie Furber
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A Conversation with Griffin Wilson

Griffin Wilson, also known as @cabincorn, is a special type of chef.  He's intimately acquainted with his ingredients and writes poetic odes to the mushroom and the radish.  

— Laurie Furber
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Our Entertaining Top Ten

What are the things you reach for over and over again when you're entertaining?  We'll go first.  
— Laurie Furber
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Our Secret Recipe

Occasionally you'll want to give your flatware a little polish. So here is our favorite, low-maintenance recipe for a lustrous shine. It's simple, quick and fun!
— Laurie Furber
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Relax | Our Guide to Enjoying Thanksgiving

On the runway to what is the ultimate entertaining holiday, we have a choice:  we can stress out or we can relax.  We choose relax.  

— Laurie Furber
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The Coolest Winery in Sonoma County | A Conversation with Scribe

There is something extra special about wine country in the fall, when the light is so golden and the vines start to change color. We are very loyal to Scribe Winery, one of our local favorites.  
— Laurie Furber
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Gifts for the Chef

To complement our Gifts for the Baker post, we've also compiled this list of Gifts for the Chef. If you're looking for something for that one friend who is always creating the most incredible charcuterie spreads and home-cooked meals, you've come to the right place.
— Laurie Furber
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Tradition | Team EG's Love Letters to Thanksgiving

One of the reasons Thanksgiving is such a special time is that it is purely about time spent with those that mean the most to us. No gifts necessary, other than something special for the host.The greatest gift of all is our presence around the table, sharing memories and making memories alike.
— Sarah Guenter
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