Who knew tea could be so stylish? The Village Tea Company offers luxury quality tea at an affordable price. From its packaging to its exotic flavors, this is the must-try brand for tea lovers.

After reviewing the Village Tea Company Royal English Breakfast Black Tea in November of 2009, I welcomed another sample.  This time, I received the Gentle Organic Lemon Ginger Tea to review.  Inside this stylish 3.8oz canister is 35-40 servings of delicious tea.  For $15.95, this tea is a budget-friendly, healthy and relaxing treat. The taste is light and the smell offers an aromatherapeutic effect. Packed in 100% recyclable material and enveloped in three muslin cotton brewing bags, this tea is also eco-fabulous.

Visit the Village Tea Company website to scoop up this exquisite tea.  Sip and enjoy.

It’s the delish, all natural beverage that celebs such as Victoria Beckham, Miley Cirus, and Lauren Conrad are sipping.  A-list stylists like Ted Gibson, Patrick Melville, Rita Hazan, and Oscar Blandi keep this must-have drink stocked in their salons.  Do you know what it is? Need a hint? It’s Hint naturally flavored water.

I received six flavors of Hint bottled water to review. With several flavors available, Hint is an interesting and sophisticated alternative to the tired, old glass of water with a twist of lemon.  By choosing Hint over juice or soda,  I get a healthy kick of sweetness, without the added sugar or artificial flavors.  The taste is light and refreshing, and the bottle is bright and happy.

Raspberry-Lime, Pomegranate-Tangerine, Blackberry, and Watermelon are a few of the flavors of Hint available. Visit the Hint website to find the store nearest you that carries this fabulous thirst quencher. You can also buy a case of 24 16 oz. bottles for $44.00 by shopping online.

Tuscan Trattoria Wine Collection Gift $59.99
Nestled in a five-quart stainless steel colander is everything you need to cook authentic, savory Italian pasta dinners. Two types of pasta, Trombette and Trottoloni, pair well with both of these classic sauces: sugo di pomodoro and pesto alla Genovese. Enjoy your pasta with the bottle of Banfi Col di Sasso, a hearty Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. For dessert, an all natural, twice baked almond anise biscotti completes the meal. La dolce vita!

Harvard Sweet Boutique 16 Piece White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies $30.00
Looking for a sweet and stylish hostess gift or just the right treat for your sweetheart? Elegant, rich, and delicately spiced, these flavorful cookies are loaded with chunks of smooth Swiss white chocolate and plump macadamia nuts. Beautifully packaged!

Village Tea Company lends a healthy and convenient way to sneak in your everyday escape.  Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world after water, and there are several varieties to choose from.  The beauty that Village Tea Company offers is found in its natural ingredients and eco-friendly packaging.

I received Village Tea Company Royal English Breakfast Black Tea to review. This black tea is packaged in three muslin bags and presented in an attractive 100% recycled paper canister. Affordably priced at $13.95 for 4.6 oz., this container provides 40-45 servings.  Grown in the Sri Lankan hills, this tea has a brisk, yet smooth taste.

Visit the Village Tea Company website to pick up your favorite flavor. Enjoy your tea and the little escape it brings to your day.

Water is good, but Ayala’s Herbal Water just may be better. This brand breaks up the monotony of those 8 glasses of water that we should drink each day. Why not add a naturally flavored twist to your water drinking routine?

Naturally flavored with healthy herbs, Ayala’s Herbal Water is USDA organic with 0 calories, 0 additives and 0 preservatives. Herbs are packed with antioxidants and other beneficial natural compounds, so this is a beverage that can really balance out a healthy diet.   Each bottle of Ayala’s offers a healthy boost and flavorful kick.

I received a bottle of each flavor of Ayala’s Herbal Water to review. While I have no problem drinking water, I am not a huge fan of healthy tasting foods and beverages. I was a bit hesitant as I read the bottle labels:  lemongrass mint vanilla, lavender mint, lemon verbena geranium, cloves cardamom cinnamon, cinnamon orange peel, and ginger lemon peel.  Any skepticism I initially felt melted away as I tasted each one.  Ayala’s Herbal Water is a wonderful alternative to juice and soda. I particularly like the ginger lemon peel, which is a recipe that Claudia Schiffer attributes to her healthy looking skin. Affordably priced in the same range as other flavored waters, Ayala’s Herbal Water has become one of my health and beauty must-haves.

Visit the Ayala’s Herbal Water website, where you can learn more about Ayala’s, buy it online, or find it near you.

Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur has been crowned the official liqueur of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week for the fourth consecutive year.  Whether you are viewing the runways in person or from the comfort of your home, you can capture the fashionable excitement with this sweet, stylish liqueur.

If you will not be picking up your Chambord under the Bryant Park tents, you can throw your own fashion week party at home with your fashionista friends.  Try mixing up a few of these:

Chambord French Martini
1½ oz vodka
½ oz Chambord
3 oz pineapple juice
Shake ingredients with ice
And strain into a martini glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist.

Chambord Lemonade
1½ oz vodka
½ oz Chambord
3 oz sugar free lemonade
Shake ingredients with ice and strain into a tall glass.
Garnish with fresh berries or a lemon.

Chambord Velvet Elvis
2 oz Jack Daniel’s® Tennessee Whiskey
1 oz Chambord
2 oz sweet and sour
Shake ingredients with ice and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

I received Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur to review. It tastes like a decadent treat without being too sweet. It definitely carries a regal and fashionable air. If you like raspberry chocolate truffles or mixing sweet drinks, this is a must-try!

Remember that in the United States, you must be 21 years of age to consume alcohol. Always drink responsibly and use a designated driver.

Coco-Zen. The name just oozes decadence and tranquility.  And, the products actually live up to the company’s noble name.  Coco-Zen offers fair trade certified chocolate products that help you “experience oneness with chocolate”.

If you are a chocolate lover, you may believe that you’ve already achieved this blissful state.  But, we know that as a chocolate lover, you are always open to the next best thing in chocolate. Coco-Zen offers truffles and chocolate filled body products that lend their users a sweet taste of nirvana.  Sounds splurge worthy, right?

We are head over heels in love with the Chocolate Lips-To-Go sampler that we received.  For $10.50, you receive a beautifully packaged Chocolate Edible Lip Scrub and Chocolate Lip Balm. The scrub offers a delicious way to moisturize and exfoliate lips with its chocolate brown sugar flavor.  The minty balm delivers a sweet zing that leaves lips kissably soft.

Pick up something sweet from this organic collection. Coco-Zen proves that getting your chocolate fix can be good for you and good for Mother Earth. Coco-Zen. Guilt-free indulgence.

Gelato Cookies $59.95
Looking for something sweet and unique to please your valentine? These Gelato Cookie Sandwiches by Ciao Bella Gelato are not your average box of chocolates.  Stonewall Kitchen is pleased to offer three of each of the following three flavors, which are delivered frozen. Chocolate – chocolate chip cookies with chocolate gelato. Espresso – chocolate chunk cookies with espresso gelato. Lemon – lemon poppy cookies with lemon gelato.  Wrapped individually.  Please allow 3-5 business days for delivery.

Love is in the air at Boutique Flair!  With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it is time to start shopping for the perfect gifts. Make the day even more special with a love-themed gift. Look for loving quotes or sayings, heart designs and things that symbolize important things to you and your loved one. Check out these fab finds that are perfect for Valentine’s Day.  Whether your love prefers sweet or tart, we have something to suit his/her taste…and your budget!  Oh, and we won’t tell if you pick something up for yourself!

FOR HER:

Swarovski Crystal Heart Mirror $69.00

Signorelli Love Tree Rhinestone Tee $97.00

G-Shock – Heart (Pink/Pink) – Jewelry $89.00

Jennifer Zeuner Love Stud Earrings $110.00

Single Initial Set of Four Bangle Bracelets With Heart Charm. 8″ $150.00

Italian Sterling Silver Triple-Heart Toggle Necklace. 20″ $495.00

Love Quotes Rayon Scarf in Truffle $85.00

Betsey Johnson – Bow And Heart Set Bobby Pins (Crystal) – Accessories $46.00

Erica Anenberg Love at First Sight Cuff Bracelet $300.00

Betsey Johnson red heart jersey racer-back dress $109.99

.25 ct. t.w. Diamond Love Necklace In 18kt White Gold. 16″ $450.00

Gucci black leather ‘Babouska’ heart crest pumps $476.00

Giles & Brother Blackened Silver Chunky Heart Lock $535.00

Hank Vintage Threads Short Sleeve 60’s Love Logo Tee in White $75.00

Ruby Heart Necklace With Diamonds In Sterling Silver. 16″ $235.00

291 Live to Love Raglan Slate $111.00

14kt Yellow Gold Double Heart Pin $295.00

Moschino Cheap and Chic Heart Sandal $245.00

Superlative Rose Bouquet $119.95

FOR HIM:

Kama Sutra Bedside Box $49.95

Christian Audigier white ‘True Love’ crewneck t-shirt $103.00

Modern Amusement Heart On Vee Tee Black $55.00

The Dom Perignon Experience $199.95