All our editors want for Christmas is…Tip the season to buy gifts, share favourites and treat yourself. Here are some of the things on the Homefront list for Santa to bring.
ELECTRONICS
Beoplay A1
With the a1 portable Bluetooth speaker, every music lovers can enjoy bang & olufsen sound technology and experience it in the palm of their hand. This wireless speaker delivers stellar sound in a compact size. 2.5 hours charging time for 24 hours of battery life. Take it wherever life leads you.
Photo: Bang & Olufsen
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Canon EOS R RF 24–105mm F4 L IS USM Kit
Everything we wanted in a light weighted mirrorless camera systems. The lenses are shorter and lighter while still capturing tack-sharp. Enlargement-friendly shots. And their vibrant 4K video.
Photo: Canon
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NEW PRODUCTS FOR YOUR KITCHEN
Smeg Dolce & Gabbana 2 Slice Toaster – Sicily is my Love
Smeg’s kitchen expertise and Dolce & Gabbana’s unmistakeable fashion sense merged as one in the Smeg Dolce & Gabbana 2 Slice Toaster. Paying homage to Sicilian history, culture, and elegance, the toaster is gorgeously embellished with bold colours and decorative motifs that bring a couture level of design to the family home.
Photo: Smeg
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Le Creuset Baking Dishes
For the baker in each of us, these are our baking dishes of choice. Perfect for macaroni and cheese, vegetable casseroles, brownies or any dish that calls for golden or crispy toppings. Square, rectangular and oval stoneware dishes provide well-distribute heat for even cooking and easy serving.
Photo: Le Creuset
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LSA INTERNATIONAL – PADDLE Collection
14-Piece Vodka Serving Set & Paddle
Inspired by mountain bars in the Tirol where shots of schnapps/vodka are served on wooden trays. Perfect for brunch or an evening cocktail hour. The Paddle wooden tray securely hold glass drinkware.
Photo: William Ashley
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The Perfect Appetizer
We’d like to Snack, savour and sample the day away with the perfect appetizer assortment from our friends at Pusateri’s. Flavourful flatbreads, mouth-watering toppers and light supper staples, yum! It couldn’t be easier to entertain because it’s ready to go. With wine or bubbles to make it sparkle.
Photo: Pusateri’s
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EDIBLES FOR YOUR STOCKINGS
Acadian Gold Caviar
Acadian Gold Caviar is rare shortnose sturgeon (Acipenser brevirostrum) caviar farmed landbased in New Brunswick. Shortnose sturgeon is native in Saint John River. Shortnose sturgeon grows up to 4.5 feet and about 40 pounds maximum and produce their eggs starting at 6-8 years. The caviar is similar to ossetra both as color and taste from $75.00CAD.
Photo: Acadian Sturgeon and Caviar Inc
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The Tank Family
Tom’s our guy! With a hand painted copper lab, Tank takes its sculptural cue from the functional shapes and volumes of glassware. Minimal yet decorative for a drinking, pouring, storing and displaying flowers, food and drink. These pieces make great hostess gifts.
Photo: Tom Dixon
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HOME DECOR TO BRIGHTEN THE HOLIDAYS
Gingerbread Couple Ornament Set
Sweet and traditional! These adorable Gingerbread Couple hang on white satin ribbons and will be lovely for our festive tree, table, or windows.
Photo: Swarovski
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Stacking Vessels
Utopia & Utility can be found at Hopson Grace, one of our bucket list shops. Using age-old craft processes and skills, German-Finnish siblings Pia & Moritz Wüstenberg are known worldwide for their Stacking Vessels. Contrasting materials – glass, wood, ceramic, metals – they stack neatly which is what we love. No two are ever alike.
Photo: Hopson Grace
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APPAREL TO STRUT IN 2019
Cole Haan GrandPrø Running Sneaker with Stitchlite
Cool enough to wear everywhere Cole Haan’s Stitchlite knit upper, with classic running style, very light, easy to pack and nimble to walk in. That’s our kind of travel shoes!
Photo: Cole Haan
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Cornelia – Merino Wool Glove
Short, sweet, stylish and these lovely gloves will keep us warm all winter. Finished with a button cuff link, they’re a treat to behold and You can’t rush a good thing.
Photo: Cornelia James
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