Summer is easily one of my favorite seasons. The warm weather, relaxing atmosphere and opportunities to enjoy the outdoors with friends and family – what’s not to love?
Being invited to a casual (or formal) gathering at a friend’s camp or summer home is always an honor. But it also gets me thinking of creative and meaningful ways that I can show my gratitude.
Host/Hostess gifts make perfect thank you’s. They help show your appreciation and gratitude, for the thoughtfulness and memories shared. The Brooklyn Brew Kit ($49), Summer BBQ Condiment Kit ($65) or Ritrovo Salt Set ($24.95) are ideal gifts that keep giving for times to come and will remind the host of your visit. [continue reading…]
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No matter where you come from in the United States, you will undoubtedly have a tried and true barbecue sauce. From Kansas City’s thick, tomato-based sauce to the more vinegary Carolina variety, there are cult followings for each type. Whether you marinate your meat first or just mop it up in large doses, BBQ sauce is a summer must and we’re here to enlighten you about the different kinds: [continue reading…]
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by Emma Cosgrove
on June 30, 2013
On Saturday, June 29th, Chelsea Market Baskets hosted an open house in the store to welcome visitors to discover the specialty brands that we import in conjunction with the Specialty Food Association’s 2013 Summer Fancy Food Show.
Alison and David Lea-Wilson of Halen Mon Salt stumbled into some lucky timing, in fact, as a NYC Food Tours group was tasting Halen Mon as they arrived to the store. The happy coincidence gave Alison and David a thrill, and the tour got a much more personal experience with the brand than planned.
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