Pretty plates and smart appliances at your service

Delectable designs, classic finishes and top drops that encourage eating in

TOP SHOP

Whenever we’re in need of a unique gift, Scandi-flavoured online store Designstuff always delivers the goods. Current loves: the Menu ‘Circular’ pendant in Black, $1650, and Bonnsu Miniware ‘Sip+Snack’ set in Sandy Stone/ Grey, $49; designstuff.com.au

GENTLE TOUCH

When it comes to dining chairs, you won’t find a more elegantly refined design than the timber McKenzie chair from Jardan. She’s all long limbs and gentle curves, with a moulded back and stackable frame. $1241; jardan.com.au

NAUTICAL & NICE

Sibella Court looked to the high seas for The Society Inc’s new brass range. The warm and timeless metal’s rust resistance makes it an ideal choice for kitchens. Compass dish rack, $225, and loop caddy, $110; thesocietyinc.com.au

curves ahead

Riedel’s ‘Amadeo’ decanter has undergone several reimaginings since its original 2006 conception, and the latest — as part of the Performance glass series — sees it supersized to magnum proportions and a vibrant green stripe added. $599.95; riedel.com

SHADOW PLAY

These 3D tiles, part of Perini’s Biscuit collection, will bring a whole new level of texture and nuance to a kitchen island or splashback. We love the earthy shades of brown, white and Salvia (shown), which perfectly represent the Australian climate; perini.com.au

DISH IT UP

This latest collaborative collection from Wedgwood and British interior designer Kit Kemp is whimsical, romantic and (almost) too good to eat off! Sailor’s Farewell 5-piece place setting, $299; wedgwood.com.au

3 of a kind

Expand Dad’s beverage horizons by giving him one of these tipples for Father’s Day on September 1 1 Archie Rose Espresso Martini, $12, and Four Pillars Negroni, $13; curatif.com. Cocktails in a bloke-friendly can. Enough said. 2 Glenfiddich 18-year-old Scotch whisky with personalised label, $150; glenfiddich. com/au. A rich, fruity and robust dram with a warming finish. 3 Green Grocer alcohol-free spirit, $64; altdspirits.com. Enjoy citrusy notes of native thyme, lemon myrtle and green grapefruit with woody undertones.