Atlanta Market Savors Summer Flavors, Showcasing Local Produce in Demos

BY A.J. FLICK

International Market Centers has expanded home décor and furnishings offerings at this month’s Atlanta Market and will provide easy access to the inaugural Casual Market Atlanta

The updates will be hard to miss because they start with a new lobby presentation in Building 1 featuring home furnishings showrooms and seven more showroom additions and expansions

Casual Market Atlanta will bring more than 150 casual furnishings and outdoor furniture resources to AmericasMart Atlanta, July 11-17

The JURA Demonstration Kitchen will offer three days of interactive cooking demonstrations that celebrate summer Chef and author Elizabeth Heiskell will showcase locally grown produce, Chef Mark Alba of Kimpton Shane Hotel in Atlanta will prepare his signature lump crab salad and Shane Quillin will share Sugar Shane’s cookie secrets

The Market Kickoff Party will feature complimentary drinks and live entertainment by the band The Big Beyond amid the vibrant Gift & Home Temporaries

Other social activities include a Designer Workspace Soiree with complimentar y cocktails and light bites, Afternoon Beats with music provided by DJ Ree De La Vega and complimentar y beverages as well as pop-up bars and buffets, photo ops and more interaction opportunities

Here’s a look at some of the companies that are coming (in alphabetical order):

Accent Decor

(Atlanta: Building 1, 18-E18l; High Point: H309; Las Vegas: C-124)

Georgia-based wholesaler Accent Decor will showcase its home decor and giftware products, including:

Gillian: Taper holder that is made from a mold with spray color Designed to pair well with the Momento and Pomona drinkware collections, it has a vintage feel and fits under a 4-inch glass sleeve

Nuovo: Shallow coupe with a pop color stem Perfect for a summer event, its cur ved optic technique adds dimension and unique interest

Piedra: Low and simple circular taper holder with smooth speckled finish that fits under a 2 5-inch glass sleeve Muted colors feel fresh and modern with subtle speckles for visual interest Sprinkle them down an event table or use as home décor

Avila: Give your plants a natural home in modern, elevated form with this stunning take on traditional terracotta Made from dark terracotta with a clean rim and natural color, the small, versatile and functional Klamath Pot comes in three sizes and can pair with the Avila Tray or the Kassara Plant Stand for an organic design and earthy display

Calistoga: As lovely to display as they are functional for protecting surfaces, the Calistoga Coaster Set features four handpainted stoneware coasters with an on trend, neutral checkerboard to add a little pattern to decor Each coaster features a cork base and sits inside a stylish bamboo box for safe stor- age

Anza: Teak ser ving board that is food-safe but can be used as a charger or plant riser as well It’s handmade with a slight variation in each due to natural material

Bacala: Terra cotta and glazed top taper holder with a color blocked glaze and ribbed foot Its unique shape is a great way to add a sculptural element to a styled moment

Bayberr y: Rattan Charger that layers well under and gives texture and interest to any place setting It’s super lightweight and versatile

Camino: Woven cotton placemat with tassels on each end in a warm brown tone with cream grid pattern in fabric It acts as a warm, neutral base for place setting

Parable: White clay bud vase with hand-painted snake motif It layers well with the other tabletop items in the Parable Collection artwork by Jessica Heimstra

Paria: Terra cotta with glossy white glaze and slight textured finish and cur ved details This large scale statement vase can be styled as a decorative object or

Hold A Large Arrangement

Plano charger: Natural brown terracotta charger in a warm brown tone that layers perfectly with the Parable tabletop collection It has a scalloped edge and dimensional details

M y t h i c a l C re a t u re s P l a n t S t i c k s : S e t your plants apart with the playful design o f t h e s e d e l i g h t f u l , m y t h i c a l p l a n t c o mp a n i o n s M a d e f ro m c l a y, h a n d p a i n t e d a n d g l a z e d , t h i s s e t o f t h re e M y t h i c a l Creature Plant Sticks features a unicorn, s a s q u a t c h a n d L o c h N e s s m o n s t e r E a c h o n e i s p e rf e c t l y h a r m l e s s a n d w i l l m a k e you smile when perched in a terrarium or planter

Adama (Melrose International Showroom, Building, Floor 1, 17 C11,17 E18, 17-B5)

Adama’s tabletop collection of table runners and placemats are made of unique, flexible and nonporous material They are and lead designer “I love how the many small elements of the design combine to make the imagery complete, much like the journey of Annieglass over the last 40 years These new pieces celebrate our brand’s rich heritage and serve as a testament to the enduring appeal of Annieglass ”

Mosaic introductions include: a 13-inch octagonal charger and 8¾-inch deep bowl, gorgeous when used together or mixed and matched with other Annieglass collections; a large 14¾-inch serving bowl; large and small steak platters (16¼x12½ and 14x10½), perfect for holiday entertaining

In addition, Annieglass is releasing a collectible 2023 Christmas plate, 8½ inch, featuring a joyful holiday tree with swirling 24K gold and complimentary to the 2022 Annieglass Christmas plate

Aromatique (Building 2, 8-821)

Introducing the Hearth Collection, a limited edition release for the holiday season that captures the essence of the English countryside

Carefully curated fragrances are inspired by the crackling fire and smoldering embers of a hearth, creating a warm and inviting ambiance in any room Embrace the magic of the holiday season with our unique product offerings, that will transport you to a cozy country retreat

Smoked Vanilla & Santal Mini Diffuser Set: This fragrance blends the richness of smoky vanilla with the earthy, woody aroma of Santal, creating an inviting and warm aroma that envelops the senses soft, elegant, easy to clean and come in a wide variety of sizes and colors You can easily create tableware sets that will match and amaze your guests at the dining table

The beautifully designed high-quality PVC/polyester placemats are an ideal tabletop solution for your home Adama vinyl placemats are a perfect fit for the modern home that bring beauty and style with exceptional functionality and ease of use

Not only do they have a wide variety of beautiful, inspiring designs, but these mats are ver y practical They are stain-resistant and easy to clean

Annieglass

(Building 2, Suite 911, A and B)

Annieglass is celebrating its 40th anniversar y with a captivating fall collection that features an exquisite Mosaic design Inspired by tesserae, the tiny mosaic squares used in Italian medieval mosaics, the detailed pattern in 24K gold is noted for its unique style and timeless appeal, and ser ves as an elegant border pattern for each piece

“The Mosaic collection is my version of an Italian mosaic,” said Annie Morhauser, founder

Creative Co-Op

(Atlanta: Building 2, 10th Floor, Suite 10801087A; Las Vegas: Building C, C712, C796 and C788; Dallas: Trade Mart, Suite 2802)

Creative Co-Op’s team travels the world for inspiration, taking the best elements of members’ experience and translating them into a creative, unique assortment that caters to a broad variety of tastes New finds include:

DF7901: An Acacia wood pedestal with fluted glass cloche in natural, set of two Beautifully display a cake, while keeping it fresh Whether it’s for a birthday party, fancy event or simply a sweet-tooth craving, this cake stand is a must have

DF8049: A 10-inch round stoneware oyster plate in matte white Perfect for entertaining or romantic dining Ser ve in style, with this dish designed with six wells, for the perfect ser ving of oysters, along with a center well for lemon wedges or dipping sauce

FF0068, Finch + Fennel Pumpkin Honey Butter: Nothing says the holidays like pumpkin honey butter Made with real pumpkin, honey and a blend of spices perfect for English muffins, waffles, pancakes, or as a topping on seasonal desserts

FF0069, Finch + Fennel Hot Pepper

Jelly: Beautiful in color and sweet with heat! This hot pepper jelly pairs perfectly with crackers and cream cheese or spread on a biscuit Hot pepper jelly is always a hit, no matter how you serve it molly&you

(Building 2, 12-1201)

The Iowa-based gourmet food company molly&you offers beer breads, party dip mixes, microwave single serves, overnight oats and a gluten-free line New baking products include:

Ever ything Seasoning Beer Bread: America’s favorite beer bread packed with an artisanal blend of toasted sesame, garlic, sea salt and poppy seeds

Everyone will love this bread, and you will love how easy it is to make; all you do is add beer (or any carbonated beverage) and bake

Mexican Street Corn Beer Bread Mix: Zesty twist on traditional cornbread Crafted with a robust blend of chiles and cheeses

Sweet meets a hint of heat Mexican Street

Corn is easy to make; all you have to do is add beer (or any carbonated beverage) and bake for 60 minutes

Chocolate Peppermint Microwave

Brownie Single: The finest chocolate blended with delicious peppermint to create a delicious mug cake Just add water, stir and microwave for 90 seconds This

Chocolate Peppermint Single is a perfect stocking stuffer

Chocolate S’mores Brownie Single: Marshmallows and graham crackers swirled in a fudge brownie, heat and eat in only 90 seconds With summer here, the Chocolate S’mores Brownie Single is easy, quick, and less messy than the traditional s ’ more

Strawberry Shortcake Overnight

Oats: Tasty, trendy and healthy –they are a quick and high-fiber start to the day Add fresh fruit, nuts, honey, flax seed or anything you prefer Add milk and refrigerate for six to eight hours, and you will have an easy grab-and-go breakfast in the morning

Zia Pia

(Atlanta: Building 2, 2224 and Las Vegas E913)

Zia Pia is a boutique importer specializing in fine, authentic regional Italian foods Its suppliers are non-industrial, family-owned producers who combine traditional principles of authenticity and flavor with Italian design and style to create superior products, beautiful on the inside and out

TartufLanghe is a new supplier Family owned and operated, TartufLanghe stewards more than 60 acres of lush forest near Alba, where they harvest three kinds of truffles, including the prized white truffle native to the area From its laborator y and factor y, TartufLanghe continuously experiments and innovates, expanding its products with more inventive creations, from infused pastas to truffle pearls, salts, honey and even potato

Fratelli Lunardi: This rich, sweet, chocolate-hazelnut spread includes pieces of crumbled chocolate biscotti for a subtle crunch Try it on toast, pastries, waffles, ice cream or, for the true chocolate-lover, alone with a spoon

Based in Tuscany, Fratelli Lunardi has been making traditional biscotti and cantucci for more than 50 years Brothers Massimiliano and Riccardo Lunardi have revived the family business started by their parents in 1966, creating a new brand and several delicious new recipes The best local ingredients are sourced for their biscotti, including fresh butter that adds just the right amount of softness to the cookies

Pesto Genovese by Rossi: Bright, savory, fresh and aromatic, it is no wonder that pesto is one of the most popular pasta sauces in the world When made according to the traditional recipe with authentic, fresh ingredients, the result is pure poetry Pesto Genovese from Rossi 1947 is just that Using only the finest, most carefully selected local ingredients, and crafted in the centuries-old Italian tradition, Roberto Panizza’s pesto is a labor of love and science that surpasses all others This pesto is shelf stable and will keep unrefrigerated for up to 12 months, although you’ll have used it up before then

Mignon Organic EVOO Gift Set: The Mignon Collection by Frantoio Pruneti, another new supplier to Zia Pia, showcases three small bottles of different organic monocultivar extra virgin olive oils

Each oil is made using only a single olive varietal native to the Pruneti estate in Chianti, Tuscany explore both delicate and strong flavors and have both at their fingertips for use in preparing different dishes

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La Fabbrica della Pasta has created new pasta shapes:

Fusilli Sorrento: This beautiful, long fusilli pasta is lovely on the plate and perfect for any sauce

Le Principesse: Flat ribbons with curly edges – pasta fit for a princess E s a g o p e n n a : The first and only h e x a g o n - s h a p e d artisanal pasta

Esagopenna is a short-cut penne pasta, shaped like a hexagonal tube, one of three extraordinary new hexagonal PGI certified formats

Gigli: This short-cut, cur vy pasta is named for the word lilies in Italian, for its flowering shape

New products from Giuliano

Tartufi include:

Truffle Hot Sauce: This fiery chili pepper sauce is infused with the rich, savory flavor of summer truffles This versatile sauce is delicious on fries, wings, burgers, grilled vegetables and pizza

Truffle Tasting Box: The Truffle Tasting Box delivers an exquisite sensory experience through four unique specialty Italian truffle products The gift box includes truffle sauce, creamy Parmigiano Reggiano and truffle sauce, truffle infused extra virgin olive oil and porcini mushroom and white truffle sauce GN chips

Other products to be sampled this summer include:

Crunchy Chocolate Hazelnut Spread by

Black + White Collection EVOO Gift Set: The Black & White collection offers two intensities of extra virgin olive oil for those who want to