COZINESS DELIVERED THROUGH FOOD AND DRINK There’s more to cozy winter days than blankets and fires, although that’s a great place to start. We also capture comfort through food and drinks. This is the time of year when we shift from lemonade to hot tea, cold beer to whiskey, and salads to soups. Hearty foods like chili, stews, and casseroles warm us from the inside out and provide a full, satisfying feeling. Even if it’s not meal time you can create a cozy vibe by anticipating a cup of hot cider or coffee. Provide a visual cue by keeping a basket of cocoa, tea, and cider selections near the electric kettle. Similarly, baking breads, cookies, and pies delivers delightful warmth, smells, and of course tastes. Amanda adds, “Before my career in design I owned a small chain of boutique bakeries with my sister, so I am particularly nostalgic / comforted by the smell of fresh bread in the morning. I still bake at home a lot for my family, and winter is the perfect time to use your oven to warm the kitchen and fill your home with the smell of baked goods. Also, I’m a big fan of making mulled wines and hot ciders in the crock-pot. Just the simmering smells of orange rinds, clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg make the whole house feel warm and inviting when it’s cold outside.” With purpose, fixture style, and location decided, finish the task with the right light bulbs. There are a wide range of bulbs to choose from, each with their own contributions to the space. Amanda agrees, saying, “Perhaps the most important thing to consider is the temperature of your bulbs. I’m partial to warm light year-round, but it feels especially perfect for wintertime. Choose bulbs with soft, or amber light… and I like temperatures under 3000K. LED lights also come in warmer hues so you can still be energy conscious.”
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December 2024
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