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I met LouLou Baker when she illustrated the Georgetown Cooks cookbook. Her love of animals, artistic talent, perfectionist detailing, charming baby gifts and personalized stationery are non pareil!

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LouLou Baker
Photo by LouLou Baker

After speed reading Barbra Streisand’s memoir, her voice called out coffee (her favorite flavor) at the Whole Foods frozen dessert aisle. That's where I chanced upon Dolci Gelati and the best espresso gelato this side of Naples. I can now vouch for more than a few of their their many, many luscious flavors of artisanal gelato and sorbets!  

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Pastry chef Gianluigi Dellaccio
Pastry chef Gianluigi Dellaccio  Photo by Dolci Gelati

Searching for a gift for a health-conscious friend, I found Ikigai's elegant, indestructible pill cases and organizers. Gorgeous metallic colors, multiple sizes and all engravable. Great for travel.

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Igaki
Photo by Ikigai

And Soapbox when I decided to do all my weekly shopping at Wegmans (Almost there as their seafood and wine selections can't be beat). With every purchase, this company makes a soap bar donation to someone in need. Who knew watermelon and peonies were so compatible?

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Soapbox
Photo by Soapbox