IKEA :: Design & Dine Event + Shopping [Oct. edition]

Hello everyone! Hopefully you all had a fab weekend and if you are anything like me, you may be thinking you could have used an extra day on the weekend, am I right? ;) I did have a fun weekend as one of the things I got to do, was attend an event at my local IKEA that I was invited to. They were holding a special event called 'Design & Dine' that showcased some of their food department offerings and allowed guests to try various items that they have available to purchase, in the hopes that people would fall in love with their food department just like they have the shopping side of IKEA. I also finally got to meet the sweet person I have been communicating with in their PR department, that contacted me about coming to this event and while I was there, we had the chance to discuss some ideas we are planning to collaborate on and of course I will be sharing them here with all of you when the details are all worked out but it IS exciting!!!! I just want to say THANKS again to her for the good time, kind words and of course I am looking forward to our partnership going forward, as we will have some fun! ;)
 
Like I mentioned, this event was called 'Design & Dine' and had six stations all featuring different items from Sweden. They had different cheeses, crackers and jams at one station and my fave from here was the multigrain crispbread - so good. Smoked salmon and veggie meatballs at another. They also created some amazing drinks with a few of their signature syrups including the elderflower drink which was so refreshing. Guests were invited to a certified coffee station, as they believe in making sure it's coffee is produced responsibly and sustainable. The ever popular dessert table featured candy from their 'new-er' self-serve candy station, they added to the food department alittle while ago, as well as various cookie options. I love the fact that their candy is free of GMOs, high fructose corn syrup, trans fat and the colors come from nature. I mean if we are going to indulge, this IS the way to do it! We had a great time, everything was so good and if you ever have the pleasure of catching one of these event at your local IKEA, I suggest attending and trying something new. You never know, you may end up liking something different, I did. ;)

One of the reasons I love IKEA so much is their design team is awesome and never ceases to amaze me. (I can't wait to meet them!!) While at this event, each station had 'food art' hanging overhead or on the wall that reflected the station and I was blown away with some of the creative ideas! They were too cool! Check these out! I think this coffee art made of coffee beans and then of course this candy lamp were my faves!

Since I was already there (twist twist of my arm) I took advantage of the time to walk around afterwards to see what I could find, plus I really DID 'need' a few things! ;) Check out what grabbed my attention on this trip!

This space is full of color which makes it so fun. AND I am kinda digging those tables - I am in the market for something different in my living room so maybe . . .

This wall is simply amazing styling! I mean seriously . . . a slipper wall - how cool is that? And the colors, the soft palette is so pretty!

Some fabulous lighting options!

This color combination of the steel grey and blue together was gorgeous plus the fun accessories!

Loving these NEW items that had. This first shelf is a white wash finish and would match some cabinets I have in my craft room. However these last two, I may NEED these to be a part of my office makeover. ;) LOVE!

This. This right here is a tribute to our local boys . . .the Cincinnati Bengals, who just happen to be 6-0! Who-dey!

 
If you are curious what I found the last couple trips, feel free to check out my finds here, when I went in January, in May, in July and also last month in Sept. I will also have a post dedicated to their HOLIDAY line coming soon!

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