With a custom-built rotisserie , a vintage-style slicer and charcuterie bar, CharCut Roast House caters to carnivores—so don’t be surprised if you see a pig’s head staring back at you. (OK, so maybe we were.)

Located at the new Hotel Le Germain, this eatery plays into its urban-rustic narrative perfectly with wood tones, a large Douglas Fir communal table and jars of pickled veggies (balanced meal? sure!) lining the bar.

Start with something light like the slow roasted heirloom beets with mint, basil and goat cheese ($9) or kitchen pickles with house vinegar ($6). With a roasted garlic sausage patty, cheese curds and fried egg, the decadent share burger ($2.50 per oz.) is not meant for a dainty stomach—or a first date.

CharCut Roast House, 101-899 Centre St. SW, Calgary, 403-984-2180, www.charcut.com

Play therapy may be the buzzword of the day, but here’s a new twist: modeling clay that soothes and calms your kids with its scents.

Available for the first time in Canada, Mama K’s Aromatic Play Clay comes in scents like Lemongrass to inspire, Lavender to sooth, and Pink Geranium to balance.

And the scent will come in handy when you find it under the couch six months from now.

$25.99 for 5 tubs at www.naturalpod.com

As if we needed another reason to dream of a Parisian escape, photographer and breakfast blogger Jennifer Causey has released a new book, Simply Paris: A Photographic Journey (US$24.95).

In the tome, the Brooklyn-based photographer documents a recent trip to the City of Lights through photos of her favourite places, people and things. We love the intense flea market shots and rundown bookstand pics. Naturally, a number of mouthwatering Parisian breakfast shots also made the cut.

Sadly, for now, homemade crepes will have to do.

At Blurb.com

Baby’s breath and greenery filler be gone.

At the new floral boutique Modern Petals, the mandate is let the flowers shine. With an L.A.-boutique feel, the shop’s large windows, stark white interior and contemporary artwork set the scene for the modern floral arrangements.

Inspired by popular cocktails, choose from bouquets (from $35) online, including the Tequila Sunrise, Cosmopolitan Twist or our pick, the Perfect Manhattan (pictured).

Now you're in bloom.

Modern Petals, #147-5005 Dalhousie Dr. NW, Calgary, 403-247-3344, www.modernpetals.com

Sometimes you want something old and sometimes, something new. And when it comes to your home, who said you can’t have both? 

The collection of dressers (from $550) by Just Raquel Boho Vintage Furniture lets you pay homage to bygone eras while still maintaining a modern esthetic.

Antique dressers are hand-sanded, refurbished and painted in bold hues. Each drawer is lined with damask wallpaper and adorned with funky new knobs. So if you love grandma’s dresser but it just doesn’t work in your home, get it redone in a fire engine red and voila, it’s the perfect entryway piece that’s still part of the family.

At Poor David’s, 312 First St. W., Cochrane, 403-851-2070.