Black Beans & Rice

No, Black Beans & Rice is not a food kiosk in The Holiday Shops at Bryant Park. But the artists behind Black Beans & Rice make gorgeous, lush plates upon which your humble cooking will look like a gourmet creation. Using a reverse hand painting technique on glass, Margarita Carreras and Carlos Padilla make these stunning plates and platters:

They've also got trays and bowls:

A feast for the eyes, you can't find more beautiful glassware for home entertaining. And what a perfect gift to bring your favorite hostess this holiday season; she'll be praising your fabulous taste every time she sets a table. Me, I'd use that stunning pear plate for festive dinner parties and then hang it on my wall. Functional and decorative, Black Beans & Rice has it all covered in home accessories.

Black Beans & Rice, shopping guide still coming soon!