The Journal

For Boston-based founders Shea Hardiman and Kara Kochalko, it's all about balance.

Right off the bat, they got our attention with their mission statement: "Japanese inspired housewares with Southern roots."

"And then the steps. Oh Lord, the steps! I was told they actually had a Department of Steps."

You-know-who-putting his you-know-what you-know-where.

Ah, Johnnycake. Er, make that Jonnycake. Or Journey cake, Shawnee cake, or even good ole' Cornbread. (Depending on your zip code, of course.)

"When you are asked to a 'bowling party', it is perhaps better form to wear your dinner jacket or Tuxedo...." ~ The Complete Bachelor: Manners for Men (1896)

Endless summers, clear blue skies and technicolor sunsets. Welcome to Los Angeles.

Let's get it out of the way: "Ghost". Yes. We know. Still amazing on the ears.

Founded in 2011 to solve some of the problems endemic to small kitchen spaces... and have a good time doing it.