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Baja BBQ Firepack

Summer grilling can be eco-friendly, clean, and chemical free. The Baja BBQ Firepack is charcoal packaging that lights instantly and burns away in the grill. Using 100% recycled biogradable paper pulp, the Baja BBQ Firepack contains 2 lbs. of natural lump coal and features an integrated chimney. Your food will be ready to cook in 15-20 minutes. Then, time to eat!

Keep in mind that 14,500 tons of VOCs are emitted from the tons of lighter fluid used each year in the US. Plus, lighter fluid leaves a residue of toxic chemicals on grilled food. Sounds yummy...

http://www.mikeandmaaike.com/bajabbq.html

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Traveling Parent Books - Sometimes I Work in...

Parents that travel for work don't always have it easy. Leaving their family means missing quality time with their kids, and kids can be left with unease when their parent is gone and routine is broken. Atlanta author Tom Daly has created a set of children's books that soften this situation both for the business parent and the troubled child.

The books walk through the steps of why the parent needs to travel, opens dialogue about why travel is needed, and even creates a fun, colorful atmosphere with a postcard included in each book. The books are setup in a way they can be read before or after the parent is traveling. Sometimes I Work In... is available for 4 cities thus far: Atlanta, New York, Chicago and Ft. Lauderdale. Find the books on Amazon.com. You can also follow the Traveling Parent blog.

MIO Culture modular screens - The Nomad System

If you need a little privacy, want to screen off an area in a room, or are looking for a temporary partition definitely look into MIO Culture's modular Nomad System. The recycled, double-wall cardboard system is both flexible to your needs and architecturally pleasing to the eye. Living up to the nomadic name, the cardboard pieces can be fit into various spaces and changed/moved as needed. The MIO Culture Nomad System is sold in sets of 24, and there are 9 colors in the Nomad System - mix and match or keep it simple and solid. Their website is very helpful in showing the measurements in order for you to estimate what you'll need. The Nomad System 24-pack is $56.

MIO Culture website

5 Minute Candles

It's only fitting to follow up the Piece of Cake slicer with this post. You can now enjoy Birthday and Anniversary moments longer without rushing to blow out the candles before wax drips all over your cake. 5 Minute Candles designed by Zinoo Park in South Korea are packaged like match sticks and pocket-sized for easy carrying. Each candle (in the set of 10) burns for 5 joyous minutes. Go ahead, make a wish...

Find 5 Minute Candles at Design Boom

Piece of Cake - Cake Slicer

There's no more reason to worry about cutting the first piece of cake. What normally can be a delicate, messy task is now simple and clean with the Piece of Cake cake slicer. The slicer allows you to cut the area you want, grab onto it by putting some pressure on the tong-like handle, and then drop it on a plate for serving. This kitchen gadget is good for bakers and food lovers alike! The Piece of Cake slicer is $25 and comes in 3 colors: Orange, White and Yellow.

 

Find it at Charles and Marie .

Spherical Ice Cube Tray - Chill Out

Get more from your ice with a spherical ice tray. The MoMA Store is selling these cool, Japanese-made spherical ice trays that will make 2 spheres of ice each 2" in diameter. Also, keep in mind that the spherical ice melts slower due to the larger surface area. More time to enjoy your drink. Forget the regular cubed ice and get these into your social circle cocktails! One tray is $16.