Essenze – New Zealand Inspired Designs

admin — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 16:00:02 +0000

Essenze is the strategic distribution partner of choice for New Zealand’s best designers. New Zealand founded & based, Essenze is well respected by their designers & is reponsible for the global marketing, distribution & sales of the products that represent the cream of New Zealand design. Visit their website for more information.

Apple Jelly Tip, Susannah Bridges

Apple Jelly Tip Bowl, Susannah Bridges

Dribble Bowl, Susannah Bridges

Pacific Light, Susannah Bridges

Dondola, David Trubridge

Ruth Rocker, David Trubridge

Float lounger, David Trubridge

Stylish Trash Bin, Catherine David Designs

Vietnam: Food

admin — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:00:05 +0000

If you haven’t been to Vietnam, then you are missing out on the best food in the world. The Vietnamese people go to the market everyday to purchase food so everything is fresh. There’s nothing better than street food either! The smell of grilled meat, smoke in the air, people buzzing about, vendors yelling out orders…the most interesting dining experience you will ever have! If you ever go to Bien-Hoa market, make sure you ask people where you can get the best Com Tam (steamed rice, with grilled meat & shredded pork). And if it’s Saigon you’re visiting, make time to dine at Quan Ngon. Enjoy a plate of Banh Xeo (Vietnamese style crêpes with shrimp, bean sprouts, & lots of herbs dipped in Nuoc Mam. I’m salivating at the thought!

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Fruit fit for a King

Banh Xeo (crêpes)

Fresh coconut

Don't let the pretty colours fool you; they'll burn your tongue

I'm all clammed out

A million bucks for smellavision...

Me ready to chow down

Last bite saved for Canada

I think I just lost my appetite

Fruit rainbow...how can I decide on one? Good thing they're cheap enough to buy all!

Durian...the loveliest aroma!

Photos courtesy of Gwen Nguyen Photography. Contact me if you wish to purchase.

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Essenze – New Zealand Inspired Designs

Vietnam: Food