Archive for January, 2020

The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere’s . . . Bowl?

Paul Revere Bowls

Paul Revere Bowls

You’ve probably heard of the Liberty Bell, but have you heard of the Liberty Bowl?  Not the college football game played in Memphis, Tennessee, but an actual bowl made of silver.  This may sound weird, but the production of the Liberty Bowl was a dangerous act of sedition, so much so that its creator, Paul Revere, never mentioned it in any of his business or private papers for fear of retribution.  And, yes, you heard right, Paul Revere, that famous night rider.

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Crystal Stemware: A Toast to Love & Life

Toasting Flutes

Toasting Flutes

 

Some customs have clear logic behind them, while others are more obscure. Waving hello makes sense as a way of getting someone’s attention, but why, for instance, do we shake hands as a greeting? With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching and millions of romantic dinners to be had in its name, many may be wondering why do we toast drinks at special occasions.
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