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Discovery Series – Toronto

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Discovery Series – Toronto is a mug for Canada’s dynamic metropolis, where global culture, iconic skylines, and vibrant neighborhoods come together on the shores of Lake Ontario.

Toronto’s origins trace to 1793 when Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe established the town of York as Upper Canada’s capital. The city grew slowly until the mid-1800s, when railway construction and immigration transformed it into Canada’s commercial center, officially becoming Toronto in 1834. The 20th century brought waves of immigration – initially from Europe, then from around the globe following liberalized immigration policies in the 1960s – creating one of the world’s most multicultural cities.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Arkansas

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The Discovery Series Ornament – Arkansas is an espresso mug for the State where rolling hills, crystal-clear rivers, and Southern charm come together in the Natural State.

Arkansas became the 25th state on June 15, 1836, with a name derived from a French interpretation of a Quapaw Indian word meaning “land of downriver people.” The territory’s early economy relied on cotton plantations in the fertile Delta region and later timber harvesting in the mountainous north. Arkansas remained primarily rural and agricultural through much of its history, though the discovery of bauxite and the development of aluminum production during World War II brought industrialization.… Read more

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Been There – Sarawak

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The Been There Sarawak is a mug for the largest state in Malaysia, located on the island of Borneo and known for its deep rainforests, rich indigenous heritage, and dramatic natural landscapes. Historically ruled by the Brooke dynasty, the so-called White Rajahs, Sarawak developed a unique cultural identity shaped by trade, migration, and strong indigenous traditions. The mug design reflects this heritage by blending iconic landmarks, traditional arts, wildlife, and local cuisine into a single visual story.

– The Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Building stands out as one of the state’s most recognizable landmarks.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Los Angeles

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The Discovery Series Los Angeles is a mug for a dynamic coastal metropolis where film, beaches, creativity, and cultural diversity come together under year-round sunshine.

Los Angeles is a city shaped by reinvention, creativity, and cultural influence. Originally founded in 1781 as El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles, it grew from a small Spanish settlement into a global metropolis during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The arrival of the film industry, a booming port, and waves of migration helped define its modern identity.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Toronto

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The Discovery Series Ornament Toronto was one of the first mini mugs from this series that I got. I have time to finally post it here.

Toronto is one of Canada’s most dynamic cities, shaped by Indigenous heritage, British colonial roots, and waves of immigration that helped turn it into a global cultural and economic center. Originally known as York in the late 18th century, the city grew rapidly with the expansion of railways, industry, and trade along Lake Ontario. Today, Toronto stands as Canada’s largest city, known for its skyline, neighborhoods, and strong connection to sports, food, and outdoor life along the waterfront.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Montréal

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Discovery Series Montréal is a mug for a city that blends European charm and North American energy, where historic streets, vibrant festivals, and a world-class food scene come together. I reviewed the ornament for Montréal more than one year ago!

Montreal’s story begins in 1642 when French settlers established Ville-Marie on an island in the St. Lawrence River, naming it after Mount Royal, the triple-peaked hill at its heart. The city flourished as New France’s commercial center before British conquest in 1760 created the unique bicultural character that defines Montreal today.… Read more

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Been There Ornament – Sarawak

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The Been There Ornament Sarawak is the last known Malaysian mini mug from this collection. I am lucky I was able to collect them all thanks to my friend!

The design of the Been There Ornament Sarawak reflects the rich cultural history and natural heritage of Malaysia’s largest state, shaped by centuries of indigenous traditions, trade along river routes, and colonial influence. Sarawak’s past is closely tied to the Brooke era, when it was ruled by the White Rajahs in the 19th century, leaving behind distinctive architecture and institutions that still define the region today.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Los Angeles

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Discovery Series Ornament Los Angeles is an espresso mug from California.

Los Angeles began as a small Spanish settlement founded in 1781 under the name El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles. Over time, it grew through Mexican rule, became part of the United States in the mid-19th century, and rapidly expanded with the arrival of railroads, oil discoveries, and the motion picture industry. Today, Los Angeles stands as a global city where entertainment, coastal living, and cultural diversity intersect, all of which are reflected in the symbols and scenes illustrated on the mug.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Palm Springs

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Similar to other mugs from this collection, the design of the Discovery Series Palm Springs has more symbols and landmarks, compared to the ornament that I added to my collection earlier this week.

Palm Springs evolved from a remote desert inhabited by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians into Hollywood’s favorite escape in the 1930s and 1940s. Movie stars built hideaways just two hours from Los Angeles, seeking privacy, sunshine, and the therapeutic dry climate. The city’s heyday during the 1950s and 1960s brought architectural experimentation with modernist homes that maximized desert living through glass walls and seamless indoor-outdoor spaces.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Alberta

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Discovery Series Ornament Alberta is the first-ever mini mug for this Canadian Province.

Alberta joined the Canadian Confederation on September 1, 1905, as one of two provinces (along with Saskatchewan) carved from the Northwest Territories. The region was shaped by Indigenous peoples, including the Blackfoot, Cree, and Métis, before the arrival of European fur traders in the 18th century. The completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885 opened Alberta to settlement, while the discovery of oil at Leduc in 1947 transformed the province from an agricultural economy into Canada’s energy powerhouse.… Read more

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