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GLASS-FREE GLASS: This beer vessel is not only shatterproof, it’s also dishwasher safe. It has a groove for comfy thumb placement so drinking can be performed ergonomically. $19.95 (set of four), Petaluma Home & Garden, 516 Petaluma Blvd S, Petaluma, 707-778-6177, facebook.com/petalumahomeandgarden/
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WOOL YOU PLEASE USE A COASTER? These fun-colored coasters made of Merino wool are made in the Bavarian tradition. Bierfilzle (German for “beer wools”) draw moisture away from the glass and your beautiful, stainable wood table. Who knew traditional tavern-ware tied in so nicely with simple and natural modern sensibilities? $24, Petaluma Home & Garden, 516 Petaluma Blvd S, Petaluma, 707-778-6177, facebook.com/petalumahomeandgarden/
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“BUY ME SOME PEANUTS AND…” Not Cracker Jacks, but Rosemary Cashew Caramel Corn by Berkeley-based CCMade. It’s an artisan snack, a kind of high-end Cracker Jack, if you will, wherein the great taste is the prize. Pictured here in an olive wood bowl that would make a great vessel for peanuts and other mandatory munchies. $36 (olive wood bowl), $9 (caramel corn), The Barlow Supply Co., 6770 McKinley St. #140, Sebastopol, 707-634-0333 (Photo: Anna Schneider)
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CHARCUTERIE STAGING: Halftime entertainment isn’t the only game in town. Because your charcuterie is just as show-shopping, why not dignify it with a grand presentation on this solid wood, American made cutting board? As a bonus, this cutting board also works as a cutting board. Sonoma Cutlery recommends the knife-forgiving quality of wood to maintain the integrity of your blade. $89, Sonoma Cutlery, 130 Kentucky St., Petaluma, 707-766-6433, sonomacutlery.com
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UNCURED AND UNCOMMON EATS: Uncured salami, like these from Zoe's Meats, made from pork raised without antibiotics, are a good addition to a charcuterie platter. But what about salami made with Cacao, Absinthe or Ghost Peppers? These inventive flavors will intrigue your palate and expand your idea of what salami should taste like. Apparently cacao isn't just for your mug and absinthe isn't just for beatniks. This assortment offers spicy, very spicy, herbal and creamy-rich varieties. $40, 5-pack of 4 oz. salami, Zoe's Artisan Meats, 2445 Bluebell Dr., Santa Rosa, 707.545.9637 (ZOES), zoesmeats.com
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TABLE-RUNNING TOUCHDOWN: Decorate the food table with this paper table runner. In a 25' roll, it's just a few feet shy of a first down and can be cut as necessary. A great decoration for game-day gatherings or the varsity or Pop Warner team dinner. $24.95, Ileoni, 120 Kentucky St, Petaluma, 707-762-9611,ileoni.com