Chrismukkahkwanzaa Whore: Gorging Yourself Silly

By Elianna Bar-el

Greetings, once again, from Consumer Whore:

Stopped by Canoe (1136 NW Alder, 889-8545) a few nights ago. When you don't know exactly what you are looking for gift-wise, this shop, with its well chosen contemporary smorgasbord of house/office/personal/kitchen-wares, is an inspiring refuge of national and international design.

One freestanding piece in particular, and probably not the most traditional gift (all the better) caught my interest—this oversized mortar and pestle ($36).

mortar and pestle

The ceramic pestle rivals a 5-pound dumbbell in stature and the mortar is deep and sculptural. Pair it with a gourmet cooking class at In Good Taste (231 NW 11th Ave., 248-2015) in one of the coming months for an all star gift.

Bonus: The Five-Course Peruvian Dinner and Wine Seminar ($110 per person) hosted by Andina on Monday, January 7 is sure to get you laid.

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