So Much To ‘C’-Consider Candid, Constructive Collaboration
I’ve written in this space about the three C’s that make up the core of a full-fledged gourmet housewares store:…
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Spark Joy
My best friend sent me a picture of her freshly-organized drawers. “I finally watched Marie Kondo. I am changed,” the…
Inspired Living
Let’s talk about home entertainment for a minute. No, I’m not talking about the plethora of bad reality shows that…
Food Focused
You keep hearing (and we keep writing) about how you should no longer simply try to sell more “stuff” to…
Serious Business
All-Star Success Takes More Than Passion It’s summer gift and gourmet market time, which means it’s time to recognize the…
It’s All In The Delivery
In a strange turn of events, I found myself on a fishing trip with Chef Michael Mina. An accomplished chef,…
You’ve Got A Friend
Technology. Friend? Or Foe? To many independent retailers, technology is the antithesis of such time-tested business virtues as handpicked assortments,…
Local Flavor
During a recent trip north of the border to Quebec City, I found myself standing in front of Pot en…
A Destination With Energy
On a recent visit to SoulCycle for 45 minutes of indoor cycling torture, an article posted on the wall caught…
Taking Stock
It’s inventory time — a time to assess what sold through, what’s left on the shelves and what the shopping…
Overcoming New Hurdles
In years past, independent gourmet housewares stores knew their competitors, who were often up the street or around the corner.…
What’s Your Story?
Allow me to wax nostalgic about retailing for a moment. Remember when the brand on the outside of a store…
The All-Star Difference
Welcome to the 2017 GOURMET INSIDER® All-Stars issue. This year we honor Laura and Stephen Havlek of Sign of the…
Making Things Happen
With summer now in full swing, it’s time again for GOURMET INSIDERS® All-Stars issue. As in past years, the 2017…
Expect The Unexpected
The business climate for today’s independent retailer is in a state of continual change and store owners must navigate choppier…
A Cut Above
Independent kitchenware retailers don’t need to be reminded how important cutlery is to their business. That doesn’t mean they can’t…