Several of the jokes in this episode allude to Alec Baldwin's iconic scene in Glengarry Glen Ross. (the prizes for top sales, coffee's for closers, etc.)
Blaine prefers Noguchi tables. That particular table is one of the award winning icons of modern design. They have been in production most of the time since 1947 and currently run around $2000.00 new.
Brain food: pecan, pear, brain, grilled cheese toastie.