Here are some cool contemporary bar stools from Varier. The furniture design can be attributed to Olav Eldøy. A great feature in these products is that they can be tilted forward or backward 8 degrees. Depending on my mood and energy level, being able to tilt back a little goes a long way to me sitting comfortably and being able to remain for a period of time. Conversely, there are times where sitting forward may be appropriate to be more engaged in a conversation or activity. These bar stools are fittingly called "Varier Eight" with the inspiration being that these are great for breakfast or even late into the evening. Product information: here.

Who says home gym equipment has to cost the arms and legs you are trying to get in shape. When it comes to a great low impact cardiovascular workout nothing beats the effects of today's elliptical cross trainers, and the X-730 York Elliptical Cross Trainer will get the job done at a reasonable price. The X-730 has features of professional grade gym equipment has like 16 Electromagnetic Resistance levels, Hand Pulse Sensor, Pulse Sensor Receiver, Large LCD console with profile display, and 15 preset programs that include fat burn, target heart rate, hills/valleys just to name a few. L 59" W 25" H 62" 300lbs Limit, Unit Weight 125 lbs, 110V $679.99 From homefitnessequipment.org

Some times it just comes down to having a single cup of coffee by ourselves. Bodum has a small single cup coffee press called the "bistro mug" that is just for such occasions. A press does a wonderful job of getting the best taste from coffee beans. This coffee press is relatively inexpensive retailing for $20 at Sur la Table. I like this piece since it fits inside a coffee mug. There is a hook on the side to fasten it to the rim of the coffee cup. Then you create the whole concoction right in the coffee mug. Product: here.

Drinking glasses are one necessary bar accessory that allows you to get creative and functional at the same to time. Here is a useful and good looking Cognac Brandy warmer for the drink of connoisseurs. Sure cupping your favorite Brandy glass in the palm of your hand will warm the licquer releasing delicate fumes giving added excellence, or you could use this silver plated brandy warmer, which comes complete with its own top quality brandy glass. £14.67 / $25.00 Tealight and Tealight holder included From drinkstuff.com

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Having recently been doing a lot of cooking over the holidays, I realize the need for a good zester grater in the kitchen. Several of the recipes called for lemon peel and that is where this model by Microplane came in handy. This is a high grade zester grater that retails for less than $14 and is dishwasher safe. Fresh grated lemon does a much better job than that of the spice variety. Product: here.
