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Thanks for joining me for another Nine Favorite Things post.
(sunday baking: pumpkin patch chocolate peanut butter cake)
Hi, hi! And happy Sunday!
As many of you know, HBH Super Simple is almost here – just one week from Tuesday! And things are well…only just a little bit crazy. I leave for New York in one week and I’m in full-on crunch mode. Working to check everything off my list before leaving for what’s the start of on and off travel for about three weeks. I’m never gone for a HUGE chunk of time, but it’s going to be a lot of back and forth, especially with our hour and a half drive to and from the airport (my least favorite thing about traveling).
We have four days in NYC, then home for a couple of days, then four days in LA. Then back home for a fun holiday photoshoot (that I’m so excited about). Then in November it’s off to Chicago for two-ish days, but bringing my mom and Asher on that quick trip. I’m especially looking forward to a little quality time with those two. It’s very much needed.
We also got two pieces of big fun news this past week. Both are happening within the next couple of months (my favorite time!). I can’t wait to share more once everything is finalized!
And then, if all goes well, I’ll be back to NYC in early December. Which I would LOVE, because who does not love NYC in December. It’s magical. I don’t use that word often, but it’s the most fitting for NYC during the holidays.
So, a lot. But all good things, and I can truly say that while I am overwhelmed, I’m mostly just SO EXCITED.
Excited for the events, the signings, and mostly, to be able to meet more of you – very soon!! So much happening! Can you tell I have some energy or what? Just way excited over here! And anxious, but that’s to be expected. With new things, traveling, and so much happening, my anxiety is high, but doing my best to manage!
Anyway, that’s what’s happening over here. Again, all very good things. Feeling thankful.
Coming up this on HBH, we’ll be starting the week off with a hearty Italian recipe that would be great for Sunday nights. Then we’ll share a sneak peek inside HBH Super Simple and recipe straight from the book too. Then yet another “better than takeout” style recipe (can you guess what it is?). On Thursday we’ll have a fun game day snack that’s quite addicting. And it’s a wild card on Friday – because I just don’t know yet. And of course, a fun drink on Saturday! Many new and delicious things headed your way this week. Can’t wait!
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(all photos via Pinterest)
Some of you may or may not recall, but for the last few years I’ve done a series starting mid-November called “Homemade Holidays“. It’s a fun series of posts with holiday crafts, DIY projects, tablescapes, my annual cookie box, and homemade gifts. I have so much fun with these, and I would love to bring it back again this season. My question to you all is…when do I share these posts?
In years past, I discontinued Nine Favorite Things for the month of December and instead put up holiday content. BUT you guys seem to love these favorites posts so much, and Saturdays are all about cocktails. So…I’m a little stumped.
Do you want a favorite’s post on Sunday? Or Should I do a holiday post instead? Should I do BOTH? If both, that means one recipe post will need to go…
HELP. What do you guys think? Please, please – tell me!
Fun Fact: this potpourri is my favorite Homemade Holidays post…it’s also HBH’s second most viewed post, EVER.
q: What is your favorite appetizer to make?
a: Cheeseboards! Should I make a new one for the holidays this year?? I also love baked brie and my grandmas 3 ingredient appetizer recipe (in the new cookbook) too! So basically…cheese!
q: What are your favorite and not so favorite aspects of your job?
a: Favorite: being able to be creative every day, cook, and style food. Connecting with you guys (honestly my very favorite, it’s how I know what to create!). Working on fun new projects and growing HBH as a brand. Those are all my favorite parts!!
The not so favorite part: really just the pressure I put on myself. Having your own business isn’t a 9/5…it’s 24/7 and I have to work to find a bit more balance.
q: Are you much of a reader? What are you reading these days?
a: I am really not much of a reader, but I wish I was. I need to make more time for it!
q: How do you get inspired to create recipes?
a: Mostly from you guys! I love hearing what recipes you’re all loving and what recipes you want to see me share. The seasons are also a huge inspiration for me. I get bored rather quickly. I love the changing seasons because they bring new ingredients to work with!
q: Your sweaters are ON POINT. What’s your go-to store?
a: Love. My. Sweaters. My favorites sources are Shopbop, Revolve, Sèzane, Anthropologie (25% off today for Anthro Perks members!), Love Shack Fancy, & Other Stories, and Nordstroms.
Prosciutto Apple and Sage Butter Chicken with Cider Pan Sauce…It’s easy and everyone’s favorite skillet dinner.
Spiced Pecan Apple Cider Doughnut Cake…nothing is better than Sunday baking in the fall. Bake this.
Homemade Chicken Noodle Casserole…the creamy baked version of chicken noodle soup.
Butternut Squash and Brie Soup…certainly one of my best bowls of soup.
Slow cooking these short ribs for Sunday night dinner.
Rewatching this interview with Julie Andrew’s on GMA. Found this so interesting.
Working on planning all the upcoming holiday cocktails for all the Saturdays to come…what do you want to see?
Sourcing the internet for clothes…what does one wear on a BIG morning talk show? I am lost. HELP ME.
Probably sipping on my favorite latte of the season.
Baking up a batch of these pumpkin butter chocolate chip cookies.
Lighting my favorite candle – because I am obsessed with these Anthropologie candles.
Cozying up to this blanket and calling it an early night…or binge-watching a good show.
a candy colored mansion outside of Chicago…wow. most colorful home I’ve ever seen. and that kitchen.
it’s never too late…25 famous women on starting over in a new career.
which fall meal should you make for dinner…I got lasagna, how about you?
Andy Baraghani, senior food editor, Bon Appétit…really good interview for a Sunday read.
9 creepiest places you should probably never visit…if you like spooky things.
Diane Keaton’s first-ever decor line is unmistakably hers…black, white, and timeless.
inside Instagram founder Kevin Systrom’s Lake Tahoe retreat…but really, this house. the kitchen. wow.
how a high-profile event planner dresses for work…taking notes.
vegetarian friendly one-pot meals…YUM.
rare first edition of the this “Harry Potter” book just sold for more than $58,000…I LOVE Harry Potter, but wow.
why Michelle Phan thinks being alone is so important…a must listen to podcast episode I found really inspiring.
this fall, pair your candles for maximum coziness…sold. I must do this. today.
12 incredible one-bowl recipes that are too easy not to try…one bowl means less dishes. yes, please.
7 chic hotels above the arctic circle…if you like to travel to cold places.
tour a mini hôtel particulier in an art deco Chicago high-rise…so cute. I’d love to stay here.
worth the money…luxe beauty favorites.
this private island oasis in Panama raises the bar on sustainable retreats…come January I’d certainly like to be here.
Monday: cream of mushroom soup with garlic herb breadcrumbs
Tuesday: healthier 30 minute beer braised chicken
Wednesday: garlic butter creamed spinach salmon
Thursday: one pot chicken and sage dumplings
Friday: brown butter brussels sprout and bacon ravioli
Sunday Night Side: crispy rosemary butter roasted potatoes
Finally, check out all the past Nine Favorite Things posts here.
I love your 9 favorite things posts, but also love your cocktail posts and your holiday posts. I would say get rid of one recipe during the week and swap it out for a holiday post. Four new food recipes a week is still plenty!
Thank you Crystal! It is so nice hearing all of your guys’ feedback! xTieghan
Is there a list of your signings and events somewhere? Am I missing it?
Hey Jordan! Honestly, I am not doing too many, just in NYC, LA, and Chicago. I will be sharing a post this Tuesday on all of the dates and times. Thank you!! xTieghan
Love your 9 favourite posts, but I think it’s a great idea to swap them for holiday posts during December!
Thank you Mia! xTieghan
I agree with Jenna. Save yourself a recipe post and do Homemade Holidays on Fridays, so readers may be able to tackle the project over the weekend (with a cocktail in hand on Saturday).
Thank you Katie! xTieghan
Hi Tieghan! I just wanted to say thank you for your weekly Nine Favorite Things posts. I always look forward to reading them on Sundays! I’m 41 so I have no clue what is new or trendy, but I always find your different links to be so interesting and informative. Wow, I really sound like a dork Mom wanting to be like the cool kids, ha! I really admire you and your work ethic…it’s amazing what you have already accomplished at your tender age! I feel like I’m just finally getting my Life Mojo at 41 😀 Anyway, thanks again for all the hard work you put in to your blog…I am so appreciative of all the beautiful content I get to enjoy each day! PS I’m a fellow Coloradan so I always love seeing your pictures of the high country! And I have no clue what to wear on a big morning TV show (HUGE congrats!!) but I’d stay true to your natural style because you always look so effortless chic! xo
Hi Bethany! I am so grateful for finding what I love to do at such a young age, but we all have our own times! Also, I am really glad you have been loving my nine favorite things, that makes me so happy! I hope you have an amazing week! xTieghan
Ah start the holiday posts ASAP! I’m already planning Thanksgiving and Christmas treats, especially because I will be freezing things like cookie dough balls to bake off for cookie boxes. The earlier the better! I vote keeping 9 Fave Things and replacing the weekend cocktail recipe for the holidays!
Thank you so much Hilary! I am so glad this turned out so well for you! xTieghan
i look forward to my sunday mornings with these posts, so i vote keeping and mixing the homemade in on another day of the week!
Thank you Cassie! xTieghan
I live for 9 Favourite Things Sunday mornings. It’s a lazy start to my morning as I delve into your posts and videos. Please keep it!
I’d love to see more Easy Appetizers for the Holiday Season. I love anything with cheese – cheese trays, baked Brie, cheese balls…Yum!
Great pics today! The Eiffel Tower in fall ❤️, the cropped white pants with cozy sweaters, and that entrance – to die for.
Enjoy your Sunday!
Thank you Joanna! xTieghan
I would like the holiday posts. I love new crafty holiday ideas.
Thank you Marcia! xTieghan
My vote is for you to continue your 9 Favorite Things posts through the holidays. I find them a nice break from the holiday madness! And always fun to read. Thanks for all your hard work!
Thank you Amy! xTieghan
Hi Tieghan,
As much as I love how many recipes you give us, I think you should replace one day with your holiday crafts this season!
At this point, you’ve amassed so many great recipes on your blog and in your books that if we miss our Tuesday or Wednesday recipes for a season, we can just look around for what we want! I look forward to your Favorite Things posts every week, and I’d rather get four new recipes a week (that is still SO MANY compared to any other food blog I read!!) than skip these.
But at the end of the day, you have to do what feels right to you! 🙂
I am so glad you love the nine favorite things! Thank you Alexandra! xTieghan
I love lists and holiday posts so I’m all for both (keeping your 9 fav things posts and holiday posts) but if you most bump a recipe post each week please don’t make it the cocktails! ???
Thank you Kristin! xTieghan
For your interview on television, here is the advice we give at the production studio: No white. No big jewelry (it makes noise). Long sleeves are best. Medium tones (gray, blues, or other medium tones). Navy works well if you pair it with a lighter color. Wear something you can attach a microphone to. Do not wear bulky fabrics, large patterns, very small checks, herringbones or anything shiny. The lights are hot, so wear something lighter. Be comfortable. Don’t wear anything that will make you feel stiff or constrained. Avoid white, black, red and orange-red. I hope this helps. I know you’ll look great. Oh, skip the moisutrizer on your face that morning. It will look like shine on camera.
This is so amazing! Thank you so much for giving me all of this information, Susan!! xTieghan
Your Nine Favorite Things posts are my favorite! I vote That you do Holiday stuff on Saturdays instead of cocktails!
Thank you Kori! xTieghan
Holiday DIY would be good on Friday so we can get the supplies needed for the weekend!
Ooo love that! Thank you Jenna! xTieghan