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August 2024 “Paltrobox” Gift Ideas & Recommendations Unboxed - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
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Everyone needs to stay nourished and healthy, and there is no shortage of exciting food, drink, health or lifestyle offerings to order online. So if you are searching for new food, drink, health and/or lifestyle-related discoveries, you have come tod the right place. Here are a round-up of items you can order online, as received in July and August 2024, with direct product-related links included below and a video showing what these items look like when unboxed in live-time on my dinner table by Melissa Paltrowitz. Previous Paltrobox roundup videos can be viewed via YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.
July was National Grilling Month and to celebrate the occasion, Dogfish Head has teamed up with Dan-O's Seasoning to create the ultimate summertime grilling kit. Available now (while supplies last) at www.GiveThemBeer.com, each Dogfish Head x Dan-O's grilling kit has everything you need to up your grilling game: beers, seasoning and even, recipes. What to expect from the grilling kit:
1 – 6pk/12oz cans of Dogfish Head’s Citrus Squall (8.0% ABV), an Imperial Golden Ale brewed with grapefruit juice, blue agave nectar, lime peels and sea salt.
1 – 4pk/16oz cans of the NEW! Dogfish Head Y’all Don’t Know Till You Dan-O (5.5% ABV) beer, a limited-time dark lager brewed with ingredients also found in Dan-O’s best-selling Original Seasoning blend.
6 – 3.35-3.5oz bottles of Dan-O’s Seasonings, including the brand’s Original, Crunchy, Preem-O, SEA-soning, Spicy and Tac-O blends.
2 – Easy, at-home grilling recipes from the chefs at Dogfish Head’s coastal Delaware restaurants, each of which features a different Dan-O’s Seasoning blend and pairs with one of the included Dogfish Head beers.
Paltrocast interviews with Dogfish Head founder Sam Calagione can be seen by clicking here and here.
Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd crystalized a cultural moment where anything seemed possible but where that freedom could come with a cost. Was Syd just another drug casualty? Did he suffer from an undiagnosed mental condition? Or did he dislike the attention and fame as the fun turned to work? While there are no clear answers which might be the case, there is the feeling by all those around Syd that something went terribly wrong. Have You Got It Yet?: The Story Of Syd Barrett & Pink Floyd is a chronicle and a mosaic of Barrett’s creative and destructive impulses, his captivating presence and absence - a portrait of the complex puzzle that was his life.
This questions and more are answered within the new documentaryHave You Got It Yet?: The Story Of Syd Barrett & Pink Floyd, as directed by award-winning filmmaker Roddy Bogawa (Taken By Storm: The Art of Storm Thorgerson and Hipgnosis) and the late, acclaimed cover designer Storm Thorgerson (Led Zeppelin, Paul McCartney, Black Sabbath). As produced by Mercury Studios, Believe Media, A Cat Called Rover, Orian Williams, Rupert Truman and Roddy Bogawa -- and Executive Produced by Alice Webb, Geoff Kempin, Paul Loasby, Liz Silver and Luke Thornton -- Have You Got It Yet was narrated by Jason Isaacs (Harry Potter, The Patriot). Archival footage and narration aside, it features interviews with Pink Floyd members David Gilmour, Nick Mason and Roger Waters, original band managers Peter Jenner and Andrew King, and many notable musicians (e.g. The Who’s Pete Townshend, Blur’s Graham Coxon).
A Paltrocast interview with Bogawa can be seen by clicking here.
Simply put, Randall Wixen is one of the most respected names in today's music industry. The founder of Wixen Music Publishing, Inc. in Los Angeles, with a sister company, Wixen Music UK Ltd. in London, the companies administer the song catalogs of many top artists from the last 50 years, including Santana, The Doors, Missy Elliot, Al Green,The Black Keys, Andrew Bird, Angel Olsen, and Sturgill Simpson.
As released this past week, the fifth edition of Randall Wixen's widely-praised book The Plain & Simple Guide To Music Publishingis now out via Hal Leonard. The new edition features an array of new topics pegged to the ever-changing music industry landscape. In Wixen's words: “This fifth edition... constitutes the biggest change of any edition of this book since the first. There have been so many changes in music publishing over the past few years including two CRB hearings and the results of various appeals to the rates which those hearings determined, the passage of the music modernization act, the operation of the MLC, the conversion of BMI from a non-profit organization to a for-profit organization, the mania and hype for catalog sales and much much more. Anyone seeking to operate in or make meaningful decisions about music publishing matters needs the information this updated book contains.” The book, notably, features a foreword penned by the late Tom Petty.
A Paltrocast interview with Wixen can be seen by clicking here.
National Tequila Day was recently celebrated on July 24th, and in celebration of that the award-winning Tequila Lone Ranger celebrated what it believed to be this summer’s most popular pink cocktail, The Lone Ranger. The Lone Ranger aside, Tequila Don Julio Rosado is an exquisite Reposado tequila that's aged at least four months in Ruby Port wine casks to impart a light fruit finish and delicate pink hue.
Q Mixers’ tonics make for an ideal addition for just about any cocktail, with a focus on premium ingredients. Its line of tonics include Spectacular Tonic Water (crisp, highly carbonated, and dry), Light Tonic Water (clean, crisp, and not too sweet, without the artificial taste of “Diet” tonics made by the big guys) and Elderflower Tonic Water (fragrant, crisp, and clean, it adds an marvelous floral edge to your favorite cocktail). Its Bloody Mary Mixer is a non-tonic Q Mixers favorite of mine, while its Marg flavor is a popular new addition to the Q Mixers portfolio.
In 2022 I had the pleasure of doing a quick Q&A with actor/comedian Joel McHale and Chef Esther Choi about Q Mixers, which you can watch here, while Paltrobox unboxings related to this brand can be seen here and here.
The first denomination of Classic Method sparkling wines in Italy, as well known for its high elevation wines, Trentodoc is the sparkling wine region in the Dolomites of northern Italy. Established in 1993, the Trentodoc denomination was reportedly the first Italian DOC to produce only Classic Method sparkling wines. Focusing on tradition, territory, climate, and winemakers’ expertise, Trentodoc succeeds in creating exceptional wines from its community of 67 family-run wineries, as located across the Trentino province. A 2023 Paltrobox look at Trentodoc favorites can be seen by clicking here.
Trentodoc also prides itself on hand harvesting and long minimum aging times, resulting in consistently high quality wines made from the permitted grape varieties of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, and Meunier. Several examples of this can be viewed within the Paltrobox unboxing video embedded above.
This selection offers up an enticing combination of black currant, black cherry, violet, cedar and cigar box flavors. In turn, this intense, structured red -- a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot -- shows ample fruit and balance. Bold and structured.
A great name for a wine, eh? Either way, this one is reportedly a blend of the best vintages of the last decade (2019, 2018, 2020, 2017, 2016) selected as "the maximum expression of the vineyard throughout its history." Looking forward to eventually trying other Famiglia Pasqua greats, like 11 Minutes and Fear No Dark.
Stage Seven Tequila has been recognized by Food & Beverage Magazine as an "Editor's Top Product Pick of the Year." According to that publication: “Even though the Stage Seven tequila blanco is great on its own, it's the perfect partner for margaritas or a classic ranch water. Flavor notes include green pepper and a hint of sweet citrus. Shipped from a family-owned, award-winning distillery in Tequila, Jalisco in Mexico, the process by which this tequila is made includes centuries-old traditions which make Stage Seven an authentic and delicious tequila for everyone to drink with joy.”
Stage Seven tequila is a bespoke, in-house spirits brand affiliated with Agency Squid, a branding and consulting agency known for its bold and innovative approach based in Minneapolis. As an example of Agency Squid's commitment to entrepreneurship, the group has also incubated Noonan Golf, a creative, playful golf brand that is committed to making apparel for the sport accessible to all.
Primark recently made some headlines when Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan dropped her skincare routine on Vogue’s Beauty Secrets, and that included the $4.50Ice Roller from Primark’s coveted beauty collection, PS…by Primark.Referred to as “Penneys” in the video -- Primark’s name in their home country, Ireland -- Coughlan reportedly uses the sculpting tool to depuff her face and eye areas when traveling, touting that: “these are a complete godsend. I always have them in my freezer at home.”
PS...by Primark has officially launched in US stores. Its viral TikTok bronzing drops that have been viewed over 23 million times. Its PS...Vitamin Enriched Moisturising Primer -- reportedly 6 are sold every 60 seconds -- aims to ensure your skin is supported with the help of vitamins E, C, and Niacinamide, as also including oat oil and shea butter to ensure that essential hydration is maintained all day long.
David Vaux is recognized as one of the UK’s most innovative osteopaths, with a special interest in strength and movement prescription for optimal ageing and pain management. He is an expert in older age strength, providing his expertise to multiple healthy aging-focused projects as well as working with elite performers from the arts and sporting arenas.
As a second-generation London Firefighter serving operationally during the 90s and 2000s, David became the youngest person to attain the rank of Sub officer in the London Fire Brigade. After 15 years of front-line duty, a career-ending spinal injury forced him to change course. He discovered osteopathy, first as a way of dealing with his own injuries, then – realizing how life-changing the practice of movement, balance and strength, can be – he trained as an osteopath and threw himself into the world of academia. Stronger is his new, acclaimed book, as now available via Amazon and all major booksellers.
Amoretti's journey reportedly began in 1989 when Jack, Ara, and Maral Barsoumian founded this family business. Its portfolio now includes nut pastes, marzipan/almond paste and butters, natural fruit artisan pastes and compounds, extracts and concentrates, Craft Purée, beverage infusions, and premium flavoring syrups. The Oxnard, California-based company now reportedly offers over 3,500 products to bakeries, ice creameries, chocolatiers, craft beverage manufacturers, restaurants, hotels, bars, and directly to consumers.
DrySee Waterproof Bandages are a must-have for summer. They feature patented liquid intrusion technology that alerts that bandage-wearer when water, sweat or other liquids have breached the seal, so you can protect any cuts from possible exposure to contamination from liquids and bacteria. Yet these bandages are also breathable enough to promote fast healing, so you won’t have to be changing your bandage even after a full day of swimming.
The Van Halen-centric podcast And The Podcast Will Rock has been very supportive of DLR Book: How David Lee Roth Changed The World and The DLR Cast, and these great guys -- co-hosts Corey Morrissette and Mark Camire -- have merchandise for sale via Teepublic, but their always-entertaining shows.
Last but definitely not least... Eclectic indie power pop fans rejoice: The dB’s have announced their first set of tour dates in 12 years. This run of concerts will feature all original members of The dB's: Peter Holsapple (vocals, guitar), Chris Stamey (vocals, guitar), Gene Holder (bass), and Will Rigby (drums).
Propeller Sound Recordings issued the debut album Stands For deciBels on all digital platforms on June 7th and the CD and vinyl reissue (reportedly its first time on vinyl in the U.S.) followed a week later on June 14th. The CD edition included the bonus track “Judy,” a single not included on the original release.
Per R.E.M.’s Mike Mills about The dB’s’ Stands for deciBels: “This is the one that let me know we weren’t alone, that there were others out there with the same curiosity, the same willingness to dive into melody, structure and pop sensibility with no fear, no reserve, only joy and well-deserved excitement. I still love listening to Stands for deciBels, and I always will."
Stands For deciBels was produced by the band in association with the late Alan Betrock, founder of the seminal post-punk publication New York Rocker, with Don Dixon, Scott Litt and Martin Rushent mixing. It was originally issued in 1981 on UK-based Albion Records.
Later this summer, the band is expected to announce additional tour dates as well as a fall multi-format reissue of its second album, Repercussion. A possible Paltrocast interview with one or more of The dB's may be posting in the Fall.
Disclaimer: None of these items shown were paid placements. All items were sent to the Paltrobox in exchange for coverage consideration.
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