Today's Prescription: Bake some delicious pastries and give them to someone you love on a beautiful platter!

A couple episodes of Cake Boss inspired today's prescription. I am not much of a baker, so my pastries would be purchased from the local bakery! Regardless of home-baked or store-bought, bringing them to your next gathering displayed on one of these fun and fabulous DuRee dessert platters will be sure to please your hostess and her guests. If you are bringing an assortment of goodies, go for the round Doily Dessert Platter. The Biscotti and Cookies platter is another mouth watering choice! And who wouldn't want to ditch the diet and grab a canolli off of this Italian Canolli Tray?

DuRee Design makes all sorts of fun, usable, food inspired art platters, check them out!

Today's Prescription: Keep the conversation flowing, by keeping the coffee hot!

Dinner was hit, and now the party is moving into some cozy chairs for dessert, coffee and lively conversation. Keep the gossip flowing by having the hot coffee close by for refills! No need to get up and head back to the kitchen if you have the Alfi Novo Carafe. This attractive chrome-plated metal carafe is easy to operate with one hand and keeps liquids hot or cold for 12 hours. Hand wash this product and it will last for years to come! Alfi makes some of the most beautiful thermal carafes on the market. They are the world leader in high-quality carafes and their products combine elegant design with superior functionality.

This carafe would make an excellent gift for anyone who entertains!

Today's Prescription: For the discriminating chef, choose a Le Creuset french oven.

Le Creuset's French Ovens (or Dutch ovens as most people refer to them) are made of enameled cast iron, which distributes heat slowly and evenly. Almost any recipe can be prepared in these pieces. These versatile shapes are must-have for any kitchen collection! Their collection ranges in sizes from 2 Quart to 9.5 Quart, and comes in round and oval shapes, so you are sure to find one to meet your needs. These handy pieces are stove, oven, dishwasher and freezer safe. They are so useful, they may never get put away!

Once you find the right size and shape, the hard part will be deciding which fabulous color to choose! Cherry, Kiwi, Caribbean, Cobalt... Contact us for any of your Le Creuset needs!

Today's Prescription: Go green by adding a rainbow of colors to your dinnerware collection!

Fire & Light manufactures their bright and colorful dinnerware out of 91% recycled glass right here in the USA. Feel free to mix and match colors to create your own unique table appearance. Consider just adding a sampling of pieces to energize your entertaining possibilities, like the Dipping Dishes, Big Bowls, or Moonstone platters. "This hand-poured colored glass tableware has a way of drawing the eye, enchanting the viewer with the unique play of light that filters through its rich spectrum of colors and textures. This enchantment is not simply a quality of the glass or its pigmentation, but of the very way in which it is made, the very hands that pour and press it, the beliefs and spirit that drive the people who craft the product, and the community from which it originates."

Today's Prescription: Pewter products made by skilled European artisans make cherished gifts for someone you love (including yourself!)!

Arte Italica brings us handcrafted, elegant pieces for the home crafted using techniques passed down through generations of European artisans. Each piece is handmade and therefore one-of-a kind! You can set your entire table with their various lines of pewter or pewter/ceramic dinnerware, or just add some unique pewter details to your table or home. Pewter flatware is absolutely stunning, and best of all it never needs to be polished and is dishwasher safe! Check out Isabella flatware and serving pieces. The pewter / ceramic combination pieces like the large handled tray make wonderful wedding gifts. But one of our sweet favorites is the Tavola Jam Jar with spoon!

Today's Prescription: Presentation is everything according to The Baby Bunch company!

Tired of giving your old standby baby shower gift? We have something to spice up your shopping. For your coworker, sweeten things up with a delectable Cupcake Onesies box of 2 or 4 cupcakes in pink, blue, yellow or even natural organic cotton. Onesies will fit babies 0-6 months and up to 16 pounds. There are long sleeved Cupcake Pajama boxed sets as well. For someone truly special, brighten their day with the yellow, pink or blue Large Flower Bunch which includes one bib, one t-shirt, two hats, two pairs of socks, one pair of mitts, two burp cloths, one onesie and one romper suit!

The cupcake boxes are SO ADORABLE, they don't even need any gift wrap!

Today's Prescription: Stock up on Alessi favorites on sale through the end of July!

If you love Alessi for yourself, or to give as a cherished gift, now is the time to buy! Through July 31, 2009, we have a range of Italian-made steel products from Alessi at special prices in our store only (these prices are not noted on our website)! You'll find items from well known lines such as Cactus!, Stiges, Mediterraneo, and many more. Don't miss the special prices on the popular Michael Graves items like the Kettle, Sugar Bowl with Spoon, and Round Tray with Handles.

Bar gifts make a great housewarming, shower, or wedding gift. Many stainless bar essentials have been included in this great sale! So, don't miss it! Stop by or give us a call (412.521.2500) for price information .

Today's Prescription: A wedding gift that truly sparkles!

If you have a special wedding this summer, and want to give an unforgettable gift, you must consider these pieces from Swarovski crystal. Champagne has never looked more sumptuous than when served in these crystalline toasting flutes with crystal filled stems. A vase is always a welcome wedding present. The bride will certainly look forward to her future husband bringing home a colorful bouquet of her favorite flowers when she has this Swarovski crystalline vase in which to display them!

Check out our website for all your Swarovski needs. We can special order any items you don't find on our website.

Today's Prescription: Encourage healthy eating - give someone funky salad servers they will love using!

We sell a lot of salad serving sets, but the Mediterraneo Salad Set from Alessi is absolutely one of our favorites! This stainless steel set is sleek, funky, useful, unique and so much more! These would make a fabulous bridal shower gift this summer!

If you enjoy these, you will likely love the entire family of Mediterraneo products which includes baskets, canisters, and more. If you cannot find the Alessi item you need on our website, please do not hesitate to email or call as we can generally special order any Alessi item.

Today's Prescription: Give a child a t-shirt they will be excited to put on every day!

We just got these adorable t-shirts in! Choose the right "attitude" for the little lady that you know. Is she a simple, graceful "Ballerina", a fancy "Fairy Ballerina", a diva "Pop Star", or just heading to her first "Dance Recital"? The colorful, silkscreened t-shirts have glittery, tulle skirts attached to really make the designs stand out!

Or how about a t-shirt in a tin can? The packaging is so cute for these shirts, you just need to add a bow on top and you are ready to go! Choose from Fireman, Firetruck, Earth Mover, Big Brother or Big Sister 100% cotton tees.

Today's Prescription: Outdoor entertaining does not mean disposable!

Are you looking for a great bridal shower gift that you know will be used? Or maybe you are heading to a BBQ and want to bring a hostess or housewarming gift? Grainware by William Bounds are heavy duty acrylic serving pieces such as chip and dip bowls, salad bowls, ice buckets, and more! Outdoor entertaining will feel extra special when you serve your favorite recipes in Grainware. But don't think these products are only for the outdoors! These solid, crystal clear pieces should be used and enjoyed all the time!