WHAT’S IN STORE What’s Hot in Southwest Florida
1 PERFORMANCE WINE GLASSES Riedel already makes the most soughtafter wine glasses on the market, and the new Performance series ups the ante. The optically blown glass has nearly imperceptible ridges for improved aeration. With slim stems, it also has the widest base in Riedel’s history for maximum enjoyment of aromas and flavors. $59/set of two, riedel.com
2 PROJECT FIRE COOKBOOK Up your grilling game this fall with “cuttingedge and sizzling recipes” from TV personality and Barbecue Hall of Famer Steven Raichlen. His new book offers a comprehensive guide to mastering the grill through technique, tools and recipes. $22.95, available at local bookstores, indiebound.org, amazon.com
3 BARCOOLER Trade in your flimsy beer koozie for this patent-pending BarCooler that keeps your beer cool for hours. Fitting most popular 12-ounce bottles, the double-wall stainless-steel design has an inner sleeve of neoprene to protect the bottle if you fumble. It can also be engraved for a personal touch. $24.99, mybarcooler.com
4 BOOZY BRUNCH CANDLES Ditch the pine-scented candles this season and light up a selection of designer Wax Cabin Candles made to resemble the fragrant aromas of your favorite cocktails. The handmade, soy-based candles come in intoxicating scents such as Gin and Tonic, Mermaid Sangria and Peach Bellini. $10-$60, waxcabincandleco.com
5 POPCORN BY DESIGN This smallbatch gourmet popcorn is guaranteed to intrigue with inspired stories and unique flavor combinations such as Lemon Raspberry Layer Cake, Thai Coconut Curry and Bourbon Barbecue. Maddy & Maize uses real ingredients, non-GMO corn kernels and comes in vegan options. $6, maddyandmaize.com