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Welcome to this week’s Nine Favorite Things.

As we move further into spring, I am quickly becoming more and more excited for the summer days ahead. I know, I know, summer is a little far off, but here’s the thing about living way up in the mountains. Things don’t really start thawing out from the winter until June. Yes, we have beautiful spring days, like this weekend (YEAH), but oftentimes they’re followed by snow. Which kind of “kills” any springtime growth that may have happened (and the spring vibes).

But once June finally rolls around, things are normally in the clear weather-wise and the warmer temperatures finally arrive. That time is so exciting, I can’t wait! These last few sunny days have me even more excited and feeling a bit more energized than earlier in the week when it’s was cold and snowy. I know I’ve said this, but it’s crazy how much my mood and energy levels can be affected by the weather. Right now, I need all this sun!

Anyway, sorry to talk weather right off the bat, but I really am looking forward to those warmer days! In other news, this was such a crazy week. After returning home from California, I jumped right back into cooking and shooting recipes, both for the blog and an upcoming project that we’re wrapping up. Friday was my first day out of the kitchen, but it was spent on back-to-back zoom calls. I’m so excited about everything we are currently working on behind the scenes. I realize I say that a lot, but the conversations we’re having will bring some new life to HBH. And new opportunities, which I can’t wait for!

And while I hate to say anything too premature, one of those conversations is the possibility of something in the TV space. A little scary and nerve-racking, but of course exciting. And that pretty much sums up my week. Not much new to report, but with the world slowly opening back up, new things are to come!

Speaking of things slowly opening back up, my parents are going to surprise Asher with a trip to Scottsdale, Arizona for her spring break in a week. My mom just started looking into it, but it sounds so nice. Any Scottsdale recommendations?

And on that same note, my family is trying to plan a summer vacation too. We’re just not sure where yet. There have been a lot of places thrown out there, Greece, Brazil, The Bahamas, anywhere tropical. Are you planning any vacations in the coming months? I feel like almost everyone IS after the year spent at home!

Let’s see, what else. I’m really, really into spring clothes right now. I’ve found myself spending a little too much time scouring Shopbop and Revolve for a few new pieces. I’ve been living in leggings this last year, but after a week of wearing real clothes in clothes in LA, my desire to put on some cuter pieces and accessories has really returned. Anyone else feeling the same way these days?

Also, we’re making some home and studio updates too! So that’s fun too!

Question: What are your favorite clothing stores? What are your favorite home decor stores?

Coming up this week on HBH… We have a few Mexican-inspired recipes coming your way with Cinco de Mayo on May 5th. Then a new, fresh homemade take on a childhood classic. And we’ll be ending the week with a simple sweet cake that’s not like any other I’ve shared before. Lots of light, springy, and so very delicious recipes. I can’t wait to share them all!

1. Things I’m loving, wanting, and excited to try…

watching…The Queen’s Gambit, another recommendation by my parents.

loving…the new Staub Sage Green collection. I just got the skillet and dutch oven and love this fun color for spring and summer. It’s very “vintage”.

listening to…the Who What Wear podcast with Style Icon Rachel Bilson and Celebrity Esthetician Shani Darden. If you loved The OC (I did!) and you’ve got skincare questions too, this is a must-listen. The second half with Shani Darden is especially informative.

also listened to…Rachel Bilson on Armchair Expert. Just a fun listen if you enjoy Rachel Bilson.

loving…my new Alexa Leigh necklace and ear cuff. Both are so pretty and the ear cuff feels new and fun for spring/summer.

ordered and excited to try…a few new skincare products. I’ve been wanting to try the Is Clinical Super Serum Advance+ and Hydro Cool Serum for a while now and finally decided to put in an order. I’ve heard nothing but amazing reviews, but I’ll update you guys in a few weeks for sure! I’m already a fan of the brand Cleaning Complex, so I would imagine these will be equally amazing.

tested and will be re-testing…the Baby Foot peel that I talked about a few weeks ago. You should know that keeping my feet hydrated is a constant battle, so I wasn’t sure this would work, but to my surprise, it worked! I need to do a second peel for sure, but all-in-all I was impressed. You should know that your foot really peels, so don’t do this over vacation or when you want to be in sandals.

thinking of ordering…these Women’s Trail Shoes. I’ve been looking for a good pair of trail shoes that are not huge and clunky. These look perfect! Has anyone tried this brand before? They are new to me.

loving…Zara homes spring collection. Love these woven baskets, this pretty ceramic vase, and this stoneware kitchen set.

listening…the Skinny Confidential Him & Her podcast: How To Rid Yourself Of Things That Are Holding You Back So You Can Move Forward, Succeed, & Find Happiness. Love, love, love, this episode and found so many great takeaways hidden within.

loving…my Alo Yoga Muse hoodie and sweatpants. I mentioned these last week, but I really love this set. The material is so soft and comfortable. Plus, the style is so cute!

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(the Alexa Leigh necklace and ear cuff I am loving)

2. My favorite sheet pan dinners.

Sheet Pan Lemon Brown Butter Salmon and Potatoes with Parmesan Asparagus | halfbakedharvest.com

Lemon Brown Butter Salmon and Potatoes with Parmesan Asparagus

Sheet Pan Hawaiian Pineapple Shrimp Tacos | halfbakedharvest.com #sheetpan #tacos #easyrecipes #seafood

Sheet Pan Pineapple Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Jalapeño Special Sauce

Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken and Lemon Butter Potatoes with Whipped Feta | halfbakedharvest.com

Pesto Chicken and Lemon Butter Potatoes with Whipped Feta

Easy Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Souvlaki and Potatoes | halfbakedharvest.com

Easy Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Souvlaki and Potatoes

Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Pizza | halfbakedharvest.com

Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Sheet Pan Sticky Ginger Sesame Chicken and Crispy Brussels Sprouts | halfbakedharvest.com

Sticky Ginger Sesame Chicken and Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Sheet Pan Chipotle Cheddar Corn Chicken Enchiladas | halfbakedharvest.com

Chipotle Cheddar Corn Chicken Enchiladas

Easy Sheet Pan Tomato Herb Pizza | halfbakedharvest.com

Easy Sheet Pan Tomato Herb Pizza

Sheet Pan Lemon Rosemary Dijon Chicken and Potatoes with Feta Goddess Sauce | halfbakedharvest.com

Lemon Rosemary Dijon Chicken and Potatoes

Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken with Lemon Olive Dressing | halfbakedharvest.com #chicken #sheetpan #easyrecipes

3. Mother’s Day Gifts…

GOODS that DO GOOD – from The Little Market

Fresh Flowers

Flowers from Grace Rose Farm – always my favorite!

Jewelry and Bags for Mom 

4. Favorite questions of the week.

q: What color is your stand mixer?
a: It’s the limited edition mixer in Misty Blue.

q: What brand of chocolate bars do you buy?
a: I love Chocolove for baking! It melts so nicely and has great flavor. And or snacking Hu Kitchen is always a favorite.

q: Can you have a contest? Where you come to somebody’s home and cook a meal?
a: I kind of love this idea!! Maybe we can do something soon. I’ve actually had an idea similar…ish, soo let’s see what I can pull together!

q: What did you pack for your trip to LA?
a: two dresses, a couple of sweaters, my leather jacket, blue Slvrlake Denim jeans, black Agolde jeans, an Anine Bing sweatshirt, Alo leggings, Apl sneakers, Illesteva sunglasses a pair of heeled boots, socks and all that, T-shirts and then my computer + a few tech things. And for skin, IS Clinical Cleanser, Vintners Daughter serum, Augustinus Bader face cream, and then I just bought Necessaire hand cream because my hands are struggling at the moment + makeup.

q: Do you check a bag or carry on when flying?
a: I always try to carry on when I travel. Do you guys like to pack heavy or light?

q: What do you do when you’re sad and want to feel better? 
a: this actually happened to me today. I get outside. This is key for me. The sunlight and movement always helps. Then, I call someone who I know will give off positive energy. It’s usually my mom, but it can be a friend, someone I work with, just someone who’s got good energy that is infectious.

Also sometimes I write down what’s bumming me out and then look it and ask why it’s bumming me out and how can I change my thoughts to be more positive. Is there anything I can do to fix the situation I’m stressing over? That type of thing. Or maybe just watch some mindless TV that I know I love. Like reruns of Gossip Girl, Gilmore Girls, or Buffy. Anything I loved as a kid

q: I love your taste in everything! Do you have a favorite brand of white sheets?
a: I love my Boll and Branch sheets the most!

q: How are you doing?
a: Really good! Thank you! Feeling happy I got to spend time with my family this weekend!

q: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve gotten recently?
a: Walk into meetings with confidence and don’t put down compliments. Except them with confidence. Confidence is my biggest struggle. I always feel less than confident, so this is a good reminder for me.

q: What knives do you use?
a: I really love my Zwilling Kramer knives.

5. Last Week I Asked Your Favorite TV Shows…

If you guys remember, last week I asked you all a number of questions. It was so much fun to see your responses and made me think I should also ask everyone on Instagram. So I did and wow, lots and lots of responses. Since a lot of you have asked, here are the top responses I saw on repeat!

What’s your favorite Netflix show right now? 

– Ginny and Georgia…this was mentioned over and over and over. Sooo, it sounds like this is a must-watch

– The Queens Gambit

– Gilmore Girls…I am so here for this. It’s one of my favorite shows. Also, Gossip Girl and while this isn’t on Netflix, The OC too. The early 2000’s were a good time for TV 🙂

– Ozark

– Schitt’s Creek

– Heartland

– The Good Place

– Firefly Lane…this was also repeated a ton.

– The Crown

– Virgin River

– The Serpent

– Who Killed Sara?

This Week’s Question: What’s your favorite podcast? I’m in need of a few new ones since I have been listening to podcast non-stop. I love them!

6. Something fun…

Nine Favorite Things | halfbakedharvest.com

Asher’s cozy hangout in her room. She’s not high maintenance or anything…

7. Favorite links I’m loving…

Sephora’s Spring Savings Event Is Here…40 splurges to pickup today. I love the Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil (and many others on this list too).

A 1930s Cabin in the Oakland Hills Gets a Thoughtful Revamp…such a cute cozy cabin home.

The Top Hotels to Visit in Greece and Turkey This Summer…yes please, these look amazing.

Good Vibes Only at This Happy New South Beach Hotel…100% ready for Miami. I miss South Florida.

6 Nutritious Fruit Scraps You’re Definitely Not Eating but 100% Should…LOVE this so much! I’m a huge fan of the scraps and always eat that pineapple core too.

Grab Your Popcorn…7 Netflix shows and movies to watch this month.

Your Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide Is Here…my mom would love so many of these picks.

Lemon and Mint Gin and Tonics With Chamomile Ice Cubes…such a pretty spring cocktail.

Bed Tweaks, a Closet for Two, and More Shared Kids’ Room Solves…such fun ideas if you have young kids.

8 Things I Tried To Get Rid Of Dark Under-Eye Circles That Actually Worked…biggest takeaway? Water is key.

Over 20 Thriller Book Recommendations…I’m not a huge thriller person, but I know many of you guys love to read a good thriller. Here are some good reads.

Looking to Plan a Family Trip When the World Opens…here are 7 dream destinations.

10 Ways to Elevate Your Work From Home Space…according to interior tastemakers.

Why Vitamin C Makes Skin So Glowy…everything you’ve been curious to know.

Women Experienced More Burnout Than Men in 2020…here’s why.

9 Effortlessly Cool Airbnb Recommendations From a Few Favorite Creatives…take me to Key West please!

Looking For Mother’s Day Flowers…order one of these beautiful bouquets.

I Spring Cleaned My Makeup Drawer…curious to try a few of these products. I already love the Saie Slip Tint Dewy Tinted Moisturizer SPF 35 Sunscreen.

H&M’s New Arrivals…here’s what cute.

A Weekend in Montecito…on my bucket list of places to see and visit.

Does My Skin Need Salicylic Acid or Benzoyl Peroxide…all your questions answered if you are someone who breaks out.

Looking for Things to Do This Season…here’s a spring bucket list for you.

8. Casual Spring Dresses.

9. This week’s dinners + weekend eats…

Honey Mustard Pretzel Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad | halfbakedharvest.com

Monday: Honey Mustard Pretzel Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad

Crispy Roasted Blackened Cauliflower with Burrata and Herbs | halfbakedharvest.com

Tuesday: Crispy Roasted Blackened Cauliflower with Burrata and Herbs

One Skillet Creamy Artichoke Chicken Marsala and Orzo | halfbakedharvest.com

Wednesday: One Skillet Creamy Artichoke Chicken Marsala and Orzo

Greek Lamb Meatballs with Avocado Goddess Sauce | halfbakedharvest.com #lamb #easy #meatballs

Thursday: Greek Lamb Meatballs with Avocado Goddess Sauce

Lemon Butter Cheese Ravioli with Garlic Basil Breadcrumbs | halfbakedharvest.com

Friday: Lemon Butter Cheese Ravioli with Garlic Basil Breadcrumbs

5 Minute Chocolate Cinnamon Sugar Toast | halfbakedharvest.com

Saturday: 5 Minute Chocolate Cinnamon Sugar Toast

Mini Brown Butter Popovers with Jammy Strawberries | halfbakedharvest.com

Sunday: Mini Brown Butter Popovers with Jammy Strawberries

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  1. T, I love your blog and have made SO many of your recipes, however, I am a little saddened by all your talks of travel and planning events in the middle of this pandemic. Children can get this too and the long term effects are concerning. I am going through long lasting symptoms from it and let me tell you, it’s no fun being in pain all the time. I am making your food all the time to treat my body well in hopes that I get over this! Food IS medicine. You do have some power here to at least be an example for your readers. We all love your recipes!

    1. Hi Jen,

      Thank you so much for taking the time to comment, I appreciate your kind response. First, I am so sorry you are experiencing long lasting affects. I hope you are able to make a full recovery and soon!

      When we have traveled, we always take the precautionary steps to be as safe as possible, always wearing masks and trying to distance ourselves from others. We feel it’s safe enough for us to do at this time. Hoping that makes sense and that you can understand. Thank you so much for reading and again, the kind message! xTieghan

  2. Hi Tieghan!

    I’m FINALLY winding down to finish reading your Sunday post…on Tuesday night. 😉 It’s been a hectic first half of the week, so this is a bit of luxury. I’m finally getting Spring fever myself, despite it coming really slowly to my little corner of the globe.

    Massive kudos on everything you are doing and accomplishing these days, and thanks for another fantastic and inspiring post. It sounds like you have busy days and lots of amazing projects ahead. I hope you have a wonderful and relaxing vacation, and wherever you end up, it ends up being exactly what you need. You’ve more than earned it. Keep up all the great work – it’s very much appreciated. <3

    P.S. – Asher's little den looks awesome!

    1. Hey Aline,
      Thanks so much for taking the time to read Sunday’s post. I appreciate your kind and thoughtful message. Have the best week! xTieghan

  3. Hi there! For Scottsdale—I think Asher would love a place in Old Town Scottsdale called the Sugar Bowl! It’s an old-timey ice cream parlor and has such a fun vibe. And I don’t know if she’s into music, but the Musical Instrument Museum is really interesting and a good activity to stay cool when it’s a million degrees out here. 🙂 Or if the weather is nice, we have lots of nice outdoor shopping centers. Also having Mexican food is a must while in AZ. Hope they have a good time!

    1. Hey Jill,
      Thanks so much for reading and sharing your recommendations for Scottsdale, so kind of you to do! Have a wonderful week! xTieghan

  4. HALF BAKED HARVEST COOKING SHOW!! Yay!!♥️ I know whatever is in the works will be stunning!!
    Fave podcasts:
    Table Manners (LOVE)
    Let It Out with Katie dalebout
    Unqualified (of you like armchair expert)
    You’re Wrong About
    Be there in five

    1. Hey Steph,
      Thanks so much for reading today!! Will add these podcasts to my list. Have a great week! xTieghan

  5. How incredibly selfish to even consider travelling now. Covid isn’t over, vaccinations don’t mean that life goes back to normal, countries are struggling with third and fourth waves, some of the ones you have listed are struggling badly (like other commenters have pointed out for you).

    Somehow not surprised considering your disregard of Covid since the pandemic started, but thought you had maybe taken some of the advice and comments you have gotten to heart after a year.

    But how can you, with good conscience, do this and especially with the power you have as a large food blog?

    Mask-less weddings, constant travel and visitors, planning travel…. so disappointed.

  6. How incredibly selfish to even consider travelling now. Covid isn’t over, vaccinations don’t mean that life goes back to normal, countries are struggling with third and fourth waves, some of the ones you have listed are struggling badly (like other commenters have pointed out for you).

    Somehow not surprised considering your disregard of Covid since the pandemic started, but thought you had maybe taken some of the advice and comments you have gotten to heart after a year.

    But how can you, with good conscience, do this and especially with the power you have as a large food blog?

    Mask-less weddings, constant travel and visitors, planning travel…. so disappointed.

  7. Podcasts:
    The Sporkful
    177 Milk Street (I got to be on of the more recent episodes for one of the question segments with Christopher Kimball and Sara Morton)
    Gastropod
    Meditation Oasis
    Side Door

  8. Something in TV! Wow looking forward to whatever you do, TV or otherwise ?

    I like Monsoon for clothes (UK). My daughter loves Hollister, and they do have super cute things.

    seeing the picture, made me remember, cooked yor olive lemon sheet pan chicken for Easter this year, with your hassleback new potatoes and roast asparagus. Was a lovely meal. That chicken needs to be in a book, it’s so delicious!

    Have a happy week! Xx

    1. Hey Kelly-Jane,
      Thanks for reading as always and your thoughtful message, I am so glad you enjoyed the sheet pan chicken! Have a great week:) xTieghan

  9. I wish you had a TV show so we could watch you make some of these recipes. They look so good. Love the presentation on every dish!

  10. I agree with another follower, take Brazil off your vacation list. They are in a horrible state.

    If you are going to travel outside the country look at Costa Rica or Fuji.
    I know people who have traveled during the last year to both places.

  11. I don’t know why but I am obsessed with the Chad and Lori Daybell saga! It is just all so bizarre, crazy and awful. The Mommy Doomsday podcast gives a good overview of the whole thing. Crazy. I also love Stuff you Should Know Podcast and The Stuff they don’t want you to know Podcast. Just lots of random, interesting and strange stuff. Never boring and always a nice escape.

    1. Hey Rachel,
      Thanks so much for these suggestions, will definitely check them out. Have a great week! xTieghan

  12. Ah! I just tried to send you a photo of our baby goats but can’t attach a picture! I love your blogs, recipes and goats! Just wanted to share ours. Thank you for all that you do xxxx

  13. Hello! One of my favorite things to do in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area is visit the Cosanti Windbell Gallery. I have several of their windbells and rain chains and love them! I think Asher (and your Mom) would love to pick out a piece in their gallery after the tour that shows how they’re made. Lots to choose from – bells, tiles, rain chains, jewelry, etc.

    https://cosanti.com

  14. Favorite podcasts
    Rachel Maddie
    Barack Obama/Bruce Springsteen-Renegades
    Intuition your first sense

  15. Hi there! I LOVE LOVE LOVE my on shoes. I say buy them. Know I thought they ran a little small, and they need a little break in, but then they are like slippers. I don’t have the trail shoes, but I have several other pairs and love them. Don’t hesitate!

    1. Hey Kristi,
      Thanks so much for your feedback with the ON shoes, this is super helpful and good to know you’ve been enjoying them! xTieghan