Inns Magazine Issue 5 Vol. 18 Winter Luxury 2014 | Page 18

HOT PRODUCTS

I am a gadget girl at heart. Combined with my deal seeking side, I have come up with some items for this issue that I believe are neat, well priced, and worth the money. Any homeowner or innkeeper would love to use what makes life easier - we are all for that I am sure! I am always on the hunt for something unique and well priced and if you have any items you feel are a good fit for this column please email me at: [email protected]

8 Broads in the Kitchen – Cookbook

The Eight Broads in the Kitchen are eight ladies that own bed and breakfasts. They can cook like nobody! These are tried and true recipes used, made and are favorites at there own inns and guaranteed to be yummy! They believe in sustainable local foods prepared with creativity and flair, with an accent on flavor and freshness. They are committed to sourcing locally as much as they can. Regional specialties frequently highlight their breakfast menus with happy eggs from happy chickens, pork from humanely raised pigs, fruit grown right next-door, and of course fresh herbs.

www.eightbroads.com/

Luxury Amenity you won’t want to miss out on

Hermes Eau d'orange verte guest room amenities exclusively from Essential Amenities, Inc. Since the creation of the brand by Thierry Hermes in 1837, Hermes has become one of the world's most famous luxury brands. Eau d'orange verte was created from the original Hermes cologne, is a fragrance that represents the casual elegance of the classic Hermes style, and is found in many of the finest hotels, resorts, and inns in the world.

www.essentialamenities.com

Favorite Chocolate

Our great pick for best luxurious yet affordable chocolate is Turtles Praline Cheesecake and for those American friends south of the border Turtles are a Canadian thing, sorry! It is new this year for a limited time, it is pecans, caramel and cream cheese inside covered in rich milk chocolate! No need to say more…they sell for $10/box.

www.nestle.ca

Maryland China’s Bernadotte pattern dinnerware

The line is versatile enough for use as your fine china during special occasions or as your everyday service ware. The lovely embossing on the white porcelain is elegant and timeless and will coordinate with almost any décor. The pieces are both delicate and durable and can be used in both the microwave and dishwasher. The line features several sizes of plates as well as serving pieces and coffee and tea items. Bernadotte is the epitome of affordable luxury with prices as low as $3.15 per piece.

http://www.marylandchina.com/

Luxury doesn’t have to be expensive