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I got mine from The Bombay Company, it's dark wood, lined with green felt and has gold handles. I did get it in Canada, not sure if that store exists in the US.

I cannot eat Agedashi Tofu without dousing it in this stuff, mmmmmmm delicous!

Hooray for the Branston pickle party!! It is something I grew up eating all the time thanks to my British mom. My favourite way to prepare its open faced grilled cheddar sandwiches with Branston smeared over top and the left under the broiler until bubbly and crisp. And while, we're on the topic, can we talk about how awesome British food is in general- beans and toast, meat pies- just divine!

Nothing beats those OXO tongs! I have the more expensive Rosle version too but will reach for the OXO over them each and every time.

So thrilled to see the stuffed mushrooms link! The second I saw Ina making them on The Barefoot Contessa I knew they had to be on our Thanksgiving table. Thrilled to see a great review beforehand :)

Love, Love, Love, Amaze! Exactly my style, when can I move in?

I am an overnight guest expert! Living in NY we average a couple of house guests a month. Totally agree about the fresh towels and sheets. Tissues in the bathroom and on the bedside table, a small alarm clock, local guidebooks, maps and magazines are helpful. I also have a habit of always making sure I have fresh flowers in the house when I have houseguests, it just livens up the space a little bit more.

A rug, if only to protect those floors from the high traffic chair scraping dining area.

I'm with you GreatFriend! I am definitely drawn to anything Ina and, in that same sort of vein, the kitchen from the movie Something's Gotta Give. I also think islands are fantastic, I mean what better way to bring people together in a room that is the heart of the home.

Big blankety style towels for me all the way!