Stylish for flowers or fruit, the MIA bowl is a contemporary fruit bowl, serving bowl, or vase. The stainless steel exterior and shiny red interior are a chic combination that showcases anything displayed in the bowl.

Available for $38 at Chiasso.com

Trying to recreate those expensive lattés or ice-blended drinks at home? Or just looking to add a little zip to your coffee or your children’s hot chocolate? Maybe you want to perk up a dessert or liven up some vanilla ice cream. These, and many more options, are yours with the use of DaVinci Gourmet Syrups (to purchase, just click on SHOP). Available in both regular and sugar-free (how great is that?!), they taste great and brighten up your morning coffee – or afternoon coffee – or evening decaf. You can also purchase a pump to add to your bottle for easy dispensing – and to make it seem even more professional. The flavors are endless – right now peppermint is a big favorite in our home although I do have some caramel fans. I like the gingerbread myself or even just plain vanilla. The creative possibilities are endless. Let us know what you are making with it.

This romantic, and sweet teapot set caught my eye and is perfect for any table or guest room. The glossy off-white teapot, sugar bowl and creamer has a softly hexagonal shape and is blooming with roses galore.

Available at rshcatalog.com, formerly Room Service Home, for $49

If you like to use kosher salt when you cook – a small amount just makes the flavor of the vegetables pop – it’s very inconvenient to pour from the large box or to store the box near the stove. That’s why I like these salt boxes from www.surlatable.com. They keep the salt handy, it’s easy to reach in and just grab some salt when you need it and they’re very attractive. It’s the small things that make the biggest difference!

Dreidel, dreidel, dreidel, I made it out of…. gold and silver filagree and crystals? Yes, and look at the magnificent results. Anat Mayer is an artist and painter. Her work is characterized by the use of Israeli motifs. To see more of her amazing creations visit www.anatmayer.com

Filagree dreidels $75 – $130

Olive Wood dreidels $90

Travel menorahs $100 – $250

Whether you like ornate, chic, stylish, or classic there are menorahs in every style for every taste. Here are a few we like.

Jonathan Adler $295 To purchase click here.
Quest Gifts $150 To purchase click here
Pottery Barn $59 To purchase click here.
L’Objet Tree of Life Menorah $360 To purchase click here

It’s hard to believe but, yes, Chanukah is just around the corner. Try this whimsical yet elegant Menorah by Israeli artist, Ester Shahaf. Guaranteed to light up your room and your hearts. Available at http://www.canaan-online.com/190445.

Mouth-blown glass in the shape of a chickadee and a dove become enticing flower holders. I like to put 6 down the center of the table with white berries or small flowers in them. Simple, elegant, and eye catching.

CHICKADEE 7″L x 4″W, DOVE 7.5″L x 5.5″H

New from Vivaterra.com
Price $39 for 2

How many times have you found a recipe that looked interesting and then when you wanted to make it you couldn’t remember where it was? It happens to me all the time and I don’t think it’s just the result of senior moments! When you like to cook and you read recipes from numerous cookbooks and websites and magazines, it starts to blur. Now there is a solution – for your cookbooks anyway. RSVP offers cookmarks for marking your place in cookbooks. In bright colors and made from silicone and stainless steel they are a colorful and attractive way to highlight desired recipes. No more racking your brain and stomping around in frustration. You will easily see the markers sticking out of your book. Sold in groups of 4, buy as many as you like. They are also cute gifts for friends. Check them out at www.chefstools.com.

Those who love to entertain are drawn to Kim Seybert’s designs. Combining a love of rich color and texture, she created a supremely stylish collection for modern living. These Crystal Dome Napkin Rings are one of my favorites from her collection (although it’s hard to choose because I like them all). They are 3 inches in diameter and come 4 to a set for $84. To purchase visit www.kimseybert.com

I purchased the organza napkins from Lartisana . They dress up every table setting and at $2.45 each, it is worth buying every color you like.