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Deputy Commerce Editor, @thereforesamiam
Samantha Weiss-Hills
I’m always chasing la dolce vita, and what’s more quintessentially Italian than aperitivo? Any friend of mine who comes calling for dinner knows they’re in for a long and lingering cocktail hour.
Club
Cocktail
Photographer Marilyn Nance.
Dream Guest:
“Go Bang!” (François K Mix) by Dinosaur L.
Favorite Party Song:
Twice-cooked eggplant from Zahav.
Go-to Dish:
The chicest landing pad lets crostini and cured meats shine.
Teak Root Cutting Board ($70)
Burke Decor
Give me Splatterware, but bathe it in rays of the Italian sun. This vessel is perfectly suited for fruit or bar nuts.
Speckled Small Bowl ($70)
Cabana
Stir up a big-batch spritz in this handmade pitcher. Drinks, done.
Raawii Strøm Jug (from $88) Nordstrom
Tinned fish is instant party food—most sizes will fit snugly in this dish made just for sardines, anchovies, and more.
Jose Gourmet Conservas ($17)
Caputos
The dainty crackle motif on this little dish adds a bit of intrigue and will peek through even when piled high with Castelvetrano olives or pickles.
Olive Dish/Crackle ($30)
Earthen Shop
You won’t even notice errant olive pits and focaccia crumbs thanks to this gingham pattern.
Tablecloth ($140)
Madre
Stir up a Spritz, Boulevardier, or even a Paloma with this richly flavored, versatile Italian liqueur. It’s floral, fruity, and oh so sippable. Bonus: It’s woman-made and based on old family recipes.
La Sirene Aperitivo Americano Rosso ($35)
Argaux
My kingdom for nonfragile glassware that’s dishwasher safe and makes your drinks look like they’re atop sweet pedestals.
Roma Italian Glassware by Luigi Bormioli ($52 for 4)
Food52
Julia Stevens
After-Party Forever
Julie Vadnal
Hot Dish
Kate Berry
Morning Glory
Keep Partying
Photography by Belle Morizio
Julia Stevens
After Party Forever
Julie Vadnal
Hot Dish
Samantha Weiss-Hills
Cocktail Club
Keep partying
Photography by Belle Morizio
Chief Content Officer, @kateberryberry
Kate Berry
I love to throw epic brunches, even when it’s just with my husband and daughter. I offer chopsticks for brothy noodle soups—but they also work for pastries and berries.
Glory
Morning
Ali Wong.
Dream Guest:
“Heaven or Las Vegas” by Cocteau Twins.
Favorite Party Song:
A protein with herbs, pickles, and sticky rice lettuce wraps.
Go-to Dish:
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Just like candy or Italian beach umbrellas. Either way, these handmade glasses transport me back to Italy.
Berlingot Evo Glass ($112)
Laguna B
A shallow bowl is like a bowl and plate in one—a blate! They’re great for noodle and rice dishes.
Jardin Soup Plate by Molecot ($70)
Collecto
This plaid has so many colors in it that it acts as a neutral and anchors the table no matter what I put on it.
HTH x Doên Austin Plaid Tablecloth (from $186)
Heather Taylor Home
A clear teapot shows off my pretty floral teas.
Osaka Borosilicate Teapot by Ichendorf Milano ($71)
Smallable
These deep spoons are perfect for soup or serving sauces.
Enamel Spoon by Noda ($15)
Nalata Nalata
I love making saffron water, which tastes good—and is good for you. I grow my own saffron, but buying this tin is much easier when there’s company.
Saffron Threads ($22)
Moonflowers
I dare you to find cooler chopsticks.
Colour Chopsticks ($40 for 6 pairs)
Hay
Let’s face it, spills happen, but this pattern conceals stains, so you can use these napkins forever. And who doesn’t love a colorful scalloped edge?
Scalloped Block-Printed Napkins ($8 for 6)
Coley Home
This basket can be a placemat, centerpiece, serving tray for cocktails, or a counter tray to hold fruit and herbs.
Mosaic Placemat ($36)
ARKelements
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