Doryn's Dish

OXO FANS! Do you have what it takes to be called the World's Biggest OXOniac?

Calling all OXO fans! Do you have what it takes to be called the World’s Biggest OXOniac?

Dedicated to creating innovative consumer products that make everyday living easier, OXO’s mission is to help YOU. So help us help you: OXO is looking for the World’s Biggest OXOniac to help us put our mission into action –- we’re developing a series of “How-To” videos to play on the web, and want our fans to star in them.

If you have what it takes, create a 30-90 second audition video to show off your demo skills. We’re looking for fans that are comfortable in the kitchen, cool in front of the camera, and can clearly explain a product’s features and benefits. Creativity and enthusiasm count!

Entering is EASY: Once you’ve read the rules and perfected your demo skills on camera, go to www.oxocontest.com to upload your video for a chance to win! Five finalists will be chosen by OXO judges, but the three winners will be chosen by OXO fans. Friends and family can rate your videos, so don’t forget to invite them to view your entry! Contest begins on October 21, 2009 and ends on December 3, 2009

Changing It Up!

I am always expanding my work and I am very excited to announce that I will be changing the name of my company to Doryn Wallach Design. Because, let's face it, I am never just doing ONE thing. I have plans for a line of furniture and accessories at some point down the road, and now I am going to be doing small scale commercial design. What is that you say? Boutiques, cafes, waiting rooms, small business space, etc.  

My apologies for not updating lately; things have been crazy and I am making some adjustments. I'll be back soon! 

Keep checking the site or sign up on FB to see my updates and announcements!

Choosing A Kitchen Sink

I always love ehow.com for its advice, so I am posting a link to this article on how to choose a kitchen sink. However, I would like to add that you should always keep in mind the practicality of your sink. Do you wash a lot of dishes in your sink, or are you a "rinse and stick in the dishwasher" type of person? Do you need a separate area for prep? I personally like a large sink for everything, but that's just me.

Also, maintenance. While a lot of people like stainless steel sinks, I can't stand the upkeep of them and much prefer ceramic.

Happy sink shopping! 

How To Choose A Kitchen Sink

The Brew Express - Save Counter Space

If you're renovating your kitchen, you've seen numerous installed coffee makers that can cost an arm and a leg.

Not saying this is cheap, but it's been getting a lot of buzz because of its $600 price and the fact that it installs neatly into the wall of your kitchen, saving counter space and giving you a nice, sleek look.

You never have to fill it with water, it adds extra outlets to your kitchen, has adjustable cup selector, pause and brew, and a great stainless steel carafe. For more info, or to see their commercial, click here! 

Knife Block Under The Island? UM, not the smartest place!

Hmmm, my two-year-old would have a field day with that knife block. Who wants their knives under the counter anyway?? 

Breville Juice Fountain Elite

This is one of my favorite kitchen appliances. Especially since I can trick my 2 year old in to drinking "GREEN Juice" which consists of celery, spinach, kale and lots of green apple. She has no idea she's drinking something good for her. What I love most about the Breville Juice Fountain Elite is that you can put whole pieces of fruit in there, skin and all, it has different settings for softer fruits and veg and it cleans very easily. I have tried a bunch and this is by far the best and most reliable. Quick too! 

Poop Smell Be Gone! Just A Drop - All You Need!

Ever been in the situation where you're dating a new person and you really need to, ahem, use the toilet, but are nervous about the smell? Maybe you're in a public place where there's a long line of people waiting to get into your stall and you take a bit... too long? How about at work where you have to see these people all day long?

Well, check out this great product called, Just A Drop. One drop in a toilet bowl before you use it and odors are neutralized up to 98 percent! Cool!

Design Services In The Manhattan Area

I am looking to build my portfolio with more contemporary kitchen & bath design and interior design. If you know of someone or you're someone looking for design services, please get in touch via email. 

Thank you! 

Got Grout? Thank you Design Snitch!

Just came across this great blog with an article on how grout can completely change the look of tile. This is a really great example of how you can update your bathroom by simply changing the grout color! 

Grout, grout, grout. Who would have thought that such a thin little line could completely change the look of a whole design? (I'm rhymin' and stealin' today, huh?!)

Choosing the right grout color can drastically affect the outcome of your tile project, yet it's often a decision that is overlooked. So many people I have talked to have left this decision up to the tile supplier or their tile installer- and this can be a recipe for "not cute"! Most of the time, that means you will end up with gray grout- and that's not usually going to complement the tile or the overall project.

So why does it really matter? Check out these installations, using the same tile- but different grout colors: Read on

Guest Blogger: Kitchen Lighting with Staci Ruiz

Many kitchen designers think recessed lighting fixtures are sleek and clean and will do just the trick. WRONG! A recessed downlight (incorrectly referred to as a ‘high hat’ or ‘top hat') will give you a pool of light if you are standing underneath it, but walk away and you’re in the DARK.

This is why you see those huge rectangular fluorescent monsters on most kitchen ceilings. Replace this with recessed lighting and you’ll be sorry.

Any simple surface-mounted fixture will provide the solution. How about two or three in a row to embellish a simple galley kitchen ceiling?

So put the TOP HATS back on the shelf where they belong and shop decorative. You’ll have so much more fun and you’ll be able to see in your kitchen. 

- Staci Ruiz