Eye Candy: I may not judge books, but I will judge my food

Thank God for designers!
...working at making the food we buy look as good, if not better than it tastes. I'm pretty sure how we look at a design affects our experience of a product and Yes, I love my super market just a little more thanks to you guys... and had I of thought of it when I was younger, I would have joined your ranks.

3. Sultry Sally. God, sometimes those Aussies are geniuses.

Even though, Sultry Sally seems to me a bit of a Chatty Cathy, with a singing group and fan club associated with the character (check the website) it's still a very sleek brand. The packages are thinner then regular chip bags, and I really enjoy the colour scheme used. I'm not a fan of the website. She talks in the first person like she's a one-woman company, which is kinda irksome. Surprisingly "cheese" isn't listed among the available flavours.

2.liten ljus lajer (little light lager)- Swedish Lager designed by Amore a Swedish brand consulting agency. How great is the triple L? So simple and masculine and unassuming, but still looks like it would turn heads in a bar, because it'd be the only can not trying to stand out.

1. Swedish ciders by Krönleins Bryggeri. Also designed by Amore. Incredibly effective, and cute enough to be Japanese. One question though: are they marketing to women? I feel like they are, because it would seem that an appropriate reaction to the first sight of the can would be: "Super Cute!"

From the Shelf: For the Love of Larousse

Time and time again, I return to my love that is Larousse. There is no crisis that cannot be solved by this book! Can't remember the name of that cheese you tasted two summers ago at a dinner party hosted by your ex's mother? Lookup 'cheese' and you probably find it there. Don't remember how to prepare 'pate choux'? It's in there, with pictures to guide you every step of the way. Are Marie Antoine Careme and Marie Antoinette the same person? Of course not, but you could learn about them both in the Larousse. Robbers in your house? Check the entry for Ratatouille. Chances are they'll be joining you for dinner. When they get a whiff of this old country favourite, chances are, they'll leave you and your belongings in peace, and be thankful they stopped by.

For the Record: Bouillabaisse

Food Stylist Nir Adar's Bouillibias

Inspired by Nir Adar's work and the story of its origins, bouillabaisse seems like the perfect post for gastroporn. I should say, that at first, I wasn't sure that I could think of fish in a seductive way, but after reading up on the history and preparation of this stew I've changed my mind.

Bouillabaisse has such a long history there is even reference to it in Roman Mythology.

In the apocryphal story of the origin of bouillabaisse, Venus is said to have served bouillabaisse to her husband Vulcan in order to lull him to sleep while she consorted with Mars.

IMHO: How I feel.

So much needs to be shared that I feel caught, somewhere between here:

(yes, that's a real melon.)

...and here

art by william hundley

Eye Candy: Filippo Ioco Plays With Food

I came across body painter Filippo Ioco's work today and noticed that he had at one point dabbled in food art. Prints from his exhibition Fun Foods are available for purchase on his site.  Here's a taste to get you salivating for his art, which is at times beautiful...

 and  others just cheeky.

Eye Candy: The World of Food According to Minimiam

I had planned to mention another artist but found these too cute not to mention. These foodscapes are the product of photography duo Akiko Ida and Pierre Javelle (known jointly as Minimiam) . Taking a closer look at the way we see food, from a completely different perspective. This project seemed to reach its peak in 2008, but the art is available, you just have to look hard enough.

The colours in this one are epic.

Eye Candy: Coffee and TV

I'm glad I don't love milk. This carton looks like he could use a friend. From Blur's Coffee and TV

Eye Candy: Bitch and Wine

This past weekend was a disaster. Not the greatest when all I was looking to do was relax. I blame all foolishness on the wine. I feel like wine is continuously evolving. New grape blends and juice extracting techniques, and sense of aesthetic.

 Not long ago I was given the opportunity to do a wine tour in Tassie. It was brilliant and really shed some light on the very complicated and very involved process of finding the right taste. But I haven't got all the time in the world so I've come across a company that will do the work for you. Just fill out a quiz to find your "wine ID". Check out 94 wines.

 Killibinbin. My favourite found so far

Mollydooker by MASH

 Much loved and highly talented artist James Jean lends a coupl illustrations

Winery arts by Moruba

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