Gifts for the foodie

Posted in Food & Drink, Gifts & Gadgets by Emily | Bites & Pieces

It’s no secret Philly is famous for cheesesteaks, soft pretzels and Tastykakes, but the City of Brotherly Love has so much more to offer food lovers. Looking for a creative, tasty hostess gift? I’ve rounded up 5 of my favorite Philly treats.

1. Marcie Blaine Artisanal Chocolates // Handmade in Philadelphia

2. The Famous Fourth Street Cookie Company // Award-winning cookies from Philly’s iconic Reading Terminal Market

3. La Colombe Pure Black Coffee // Premium coffee, sourced globally, produced locally

4. Di Bruno Bros. Sicilian Olive Oil // A taste of Italy from Philly’s gourmet guru’s

5. Art in the Age ROOT Organic Liqueur // Inspired by root tea from the 1700’s, it’s like nothing you’ve ever tasted before

3Jul2014

Made me laugh

Posted in Gifts & Gadgets by Emily | Bites & Pieces

Because it’s the day before a long holiday weekend, I had to share this amazingly hilarious gag gift. Foldable.Me. Okay, so it’s not a mirror image, but this just cracks me up! You create a custom cardboard “buddy” simply by folding a printed template that you get to design on the company’s interactive site. No scissors or glue. Wouldn’t this be the coolest gag gift for a co-worker, your boss, or just a really rad friend?

FoldableMe

Have a great holiday weekend!

24Jun2014

Red, white & blue

Posted in Gifts & Gadgets by Emily | Bites & Pieces

Super cool red, white and blue gifts, just in time for the 4th of July!

1. Americana Tank // Old Navy // $7

2. Cherry Firecracker Macarons // Dana’s Bakery // $30

3. Stars and Stripes Bunting // Etsy // $26

4. Sunnylife™ Bribie Beach Paddle Set // J.Crew // $30

5. The ROPES Maine, The Kennebunkport Bracelet // Bliss Boutiques // $60

6. Threshold™ Beach Stripe Throw // Target // $24.99

7. Opal Chanteuse Collar // BaubleBar // $40

8. Star Spangled Cake-In-A-Jar // Duff’s Cakemix // $18-72

9Jun2014

Father’s Day gift guide

Posted in Gifts & Gadgets by Emily | Bites & Pieces

Father’s Day is this Sunday. This year get Dad something he’ll actually like…and use. I’ve assembled a list of foolproof options, $50 and under, just in time for June 15. Check ’em out!

1. Threads for Thought Heathered Hoodie // Nordstrom // $50

2. Double Shot Press Mug // REI // $29.50

3. Dubbel Boxx // Beerboxx // $46.68

4. The Pregame // Mouth // $40

5. Weber’s New Real Grilling // Weber // $24.95

6. Business Card Case // Leatherology // $35

7. Mini Bluetooth Speaker // iHome // $49.99

8. Ultimate Suede Grilling Gloves // Steven Raichlen’s Barbecue! Bible // $22.99

22May2014

Beach gear must haves

Posted in Gifts & Gadgets by Emily | Bites & Pieces

Doesn’t it seem strange that Memorial Day weekend is upon us? It seems really early this year. We’re headed to the Jersey shore to hang out with some good friends and have a little barbecue. Since this weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, I thought I’d share some super cool beach gear that I didn’t know existed, but I really must have! Also, a big thanks to all the men and women of the Armed Forces who have given so much for this country! It’s a bit early, but have a great holiday weekend!

1. Sunnylife Beach Sounds Radio // Bloomingdales // $39.99 (on sale!)

2. Travel Vault // Wayfair // $19.42

3. Clearly Cool Plastic Beach Set // Echo // $38

4. Beach Bocce Ball // Sea Turtle Sports // $115

5. Red Pop-Up Cooler // Sachi // $32.99

15May2014

iPhone art

Posted in Gifts & Gadgets by Emily | Bites & Pieces

If you’re like me, your iPhone is constantly by your side. Being that I spend so much time with my phone, I felt the time had come for a phone cover upgrade. Earlier today I set out to discover some really amazing and eye-catching designs. Take a peek at these beauties. Side note: Society6 has a really large, super stylish collection.