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9 Favourite Issues. – Half Baked Harvest

I’m again residence after a fast two-night journey to LA, and tomorrow I’m off once more! Journey is each exhausting and thrilling, however it’s extra thrilling than anything, and I’m actually having fun with my time away. It makes you admire being residence that rather more!

I wasn’t overly excited to move to LA. Not as a result of I wasn’t enthusiastic about every little thing I had on the schedule, however extra as a result of I’ve a lot I must be doing right here and checking off my to-do record. However it was such an amazing LA journey, one among my favorites really.

I flew into LA on Tuesday night and stayed at The Fairmont Resort in Santa Monica. I don’t normally keep in Santa Monica, however we launched our month-long collaboration menu with Fig Restaurant contained in the resort! It was completely stunning, and if you happen to’re within the LA space and have by no means been, I extremely advocate it. The resort (and restaurant) have a lot historical past, the decor is so fairly, and naturally the meals is scrumptious.

The menu launch went over so properly. We shared my marinated tomato and burrata salad, pasta alla vodka, spicy roasted pink pepper pizza, and for dessert, my mother’s favourite chocolate chip banana ricotta pancakes. It was all so recent and fantastically introduced. In case you’re in LA or visiting, the menu can be served till Might tenth, so only one month! You can even learn slightly extra about our collaboration right here.

After the launch dinner, I headed to West Hollywood for a photograph shoot the next morning. I used to be capable of shoot with among the best groups and in probably the most gorgeous location. I couldn’t have requested for a greater shoot, and I really had a lot enjoyable. The time flew by, and earlier than I knew it, I used to be again in an Uber, heading to fulfill Benny (Blanco). We had a fast catch-up earlier than I used to be off once more to LAX.

Benny and I’ll host an occasion to launch his cookbook, Open Large: A Cookbook for Associates. The occasion is in New York on Might 2nd, and we’ll be joined by The Pasta Queen (so enjoyable!). Benny and I made a decision to movie slightly video to assist promote the occasion. It’s going to be loads of enjoyable; you’ll be able to seize tickets right here!

I then headed off to the airport with my buddy Kristen (Kilpatrick). We mentioned our goodbyes (not my favourite), and earlier than I might blink, I used to be off. I fell asleep the second we took off and earlier than I knew it I used to be again in Colorado.

I’m spending right this moment within the kitchen, then packing, then I’m off once more within the morning!

I’ve been speaking to my household A LOT all through our month an element. They beloved their time in San Miguel de Allende. So blissful that they had enjoyable!

Okay, that’s my replace for right this moment. On to what’s been fascinating to me this week!

1. Issues i’m loving, wanting, and excited to strive.

loving one thing enjoyable…Quiz: Which Intercourse and the Metropolis Character Are You? I bought Samantha, however I’m fairly positive I’m NOT Samantha. Oh properly. Who did you get?

Nine Favorite Things

wanting…these comfy-looking airbrush leggings from Alo. Aso, these new Frye using boots – loving the banana coloration. Right here they’re in gentle brown too.

every little thing in my cart (low)…I lately re-discovered Aritzia fundamentals. I’d forgotten how good they’re. In my cart, the linen pant (loving the sunshine colours for spring/summer time). And it is a nice off-shoulder longsleeve tee. That is the proper seamless crewneck brief sleeve tee shirt (and the longsleeve is equally nice). After which a fairly off-the-shoulder sweater for cold days and nights.

Ordering this cute FRÉJA New York Caroline bag in black.

And lastly, this Free Folks lounge set. Nice for journey or working from residence.

listening to…Mandy Moore: Unfiltered Reflections on Fame, Love and Resilience.

dreaming of going to…the Grand Resort Tremezzo in Lake Como, Italy. Properly, this simply seems to be like probably the most luxurious, gorgeous spring/summer time location. I really feel like it is a very “Pinterest” worthy Italy trip. What a dream and so stunning!

loving…this Glass + Iron Cylinder Vase I ordered. It simply got here and it’s so fairly. Additionally, I order these Recycled Glass Bottle Vases in each the spherical and slim. I’m ready for these to reach!

purchasing…outside furnishings. All of the spring/summer time collections are launching!

And I really like Vigo Teak assortment from Restoration {Hardware}.

every little thing in my cart (magnificence)…these Dieux Eternally Eye Masks Reusable 100% Silicone Patches are part of the Sephora sale. Simply ordered them and I can’t wait to lastly strive them.

watching…Kendall Jenner Breaks Down Her “Spring French Lady Make-up Look”. I really like the Vogue magnificence movies and Kendall’s is cute! Additionally, rewatching Harry Potter for the millionth time. It’s simply the perfect. And nonetheless making my method by way of Nashville. I can’t say I find it irresistible, however I positively don’t hate it. Okay, and final up, if you happen to’re a Zendaya follower, this video is cute, Zendaya Sticks By Her Most Memed Outfit: “I Would Put on It Once more”.

query…what motion pictures do you at all times rewatch? As acknowledged above, mine is Harry Potter.

ordering…Kion espresso. I’ve been wanting to do this for the longest time.

every little thing in my cart (excessive)…obsessive about the brand new Givenchy Giant Voyou Bag. I’d get the suede, both in brown or black, however it additionally is available in leather-based.

following…Katie Miller. Katie labored on our shoot this week in LA. She is superb, so candy, and her Instagram is filled with fairly meals.

purchasing…new socks. I really like a comfy pair for mattress. I’m eying these Stems cotton and cashmere mix socks or wool and cashmere mix socks.

2. Just a few of my Favourite April Recipes.

20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Rolls | halfbakedharvest.com

20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Rolls

Spicy Chipotle Honey Salmon Bowls | halfbakdharvest.com

Spicy Chipotle Honey Salmon Bowls

Crockpot Carne Asada Tacos with Cilantro Lime Garlic Sauce | halfbakedharvest.com

Crockpot Carne Asada Tacos with Cilantro Lime Garlic Sauce

Strawberry Hibiscus Ginger Margarita | halfbakedharvest.com #cocktail #margarita #tequila #drinks

Strawberry Hibiscus Ginger Margarita

Skillet Strawberry Bourbon Cobbler with Layered Cream Cheese Biscuits | halfbakedharvest.com

Skillet Strawberry Bourbon Cobbler with Layered Cream Cheese Biscuit

3. Spring desk necessities.

4. What’s the Finest Recommendation/Most Inspiring Quote?

Somebody lately mentioned to me, “No, nobody who’s speaking negatively in the direction of you’ll ever have as a lot occurring as you do.”

I attempt to keep in mind what my dad and mom taught me: Work more durable than everybody else, be form, and deal with others the way in which you’d wish to be handled.

They’ll discuss all of the gossip they need, however they’ll be those embarrassing themselves by gossiping. And that’s simply the reality.

It’s not the negativity a lot as the way you react to it.

I at all times hold their phrases behind my head. My dad and mom actually ingrained these ideologies into me at a younger age, particularly the Golden Rule.

What’s your greatest recommendation or a quote you’re keen on?

Or possibly it’s an inspiring podcast?