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Thanks for joining me for another Nine Favorite Things post.
I spent this week working on new content for HBH, some ongoing projects, and upcoming work travel planning. The weather has truly be no bueno around here (so much wind and snow). Therefore, I’ve been focusing my energy on work, spending a lot of time in doors, and surrounding myself with flowers to help bring the spring vibes inside. And I really mean that! The ranunculus I found at Whole Foods made my week, and made an upcoming post extra beautiful (so excited to share!).
In other news, the studio is finally starting to come along. Last week we had about half of the countertops installed, as well as the entire kitchen backsplash, which I am happily in love with! This coming week we will have the remaining counters and sinks installed, as well as all the appliances. So exciting to see the space finally shaping up. There is still SO much to do, but it’s really starting to look like a studio space. I cannot wait to share more details soon. Also, I’m feeling so incredibly grateful to be able to create such an amazing workspace.
Coming up this week I’ll be sharing a new quick and easy Italian recipe, something really fun for Mother’s Day, continuing on with my Cinco de Mayo recipes, and ending the week with a cake that I love. It’s going to be a delicious week. And of course, be sure to check out this week’s meal plan…number nine below.
Enjoy this week’s favorites!
PS. my Sunday meal plan email goes out today, complete with a detailed grocery list. Sign up for emails here and please let me know your feedback for the meal plan!
1. Frequently Asked Questions This Week:
Q: What’s your favorite ingredient to incorporate into your dishes right now?
A: Right now I am loving using lots of lemons and fresh spring herbs! It’s my favorite way to add flavor to simple dishes. I’m also loving using sun-dried tomatoes, they’re one of my favorite ingredients.
Q: Best material for pans and pots?
A: Cast Iron! It’s all I use, and Staub is my favorite brand.
Q:How does cooking help you in your everyday life? Is it an escape/comfort?
A: When I was a teen, I had horrible anxiety and to this day I still have bad anxiety, but cooking is truly one of the only things that helps. I focus all of my anxious energy into cooking and doing what I love. It’s the perfect escape.
Q: What are your most important kitchen items to own?
A: Sharp knives, a cutting board, and a cast iron skillet. You can do so much with just these three things!
Q: What would be your best piece of advice for a newbie blogger?
A: My best piece of advice is to really hone in on your niche. Focus on creating the most high quality content you can, and putting that content out as regularly as possible! Content is EVERYTHING. You also need to make sure you are engaging with your readers!
2. Redirecting Negative Thoughts.
I have really been making an effort to push negative thoughts out of my head every time they pop up. Instead of wasting my time and energy thinking negatively, I’ve been redirecting those thoughts into something positive. I then focus really hard on the positive thoughts, until the negative thoughts disappears.
This takes A LOT of effort, but I’m feeling so much better. After a week of working hard on this, I am much more positive. Also, because I am much more positive, and focused on my work, I’ve noticed that that I’ve gotten so much more done. Dwelling on the negative thoughts that often pop into my head (24/7) gets me nowhere. I loved reading this article on getting rid of negative energy. If this is an issue for you as well, I highly suggest you read it.
PS. LOVED this article on how to break your comparison habit, which I think goes hand in hand with negative thinking.
What are your tips for staying positive?
3. My Favorite Earrings Right Now…
4. Top 8 Pins inspiring me this Week.
You guys know I love Pinterest and this week I pinned like crazy. Here is what’s inspiring me.
farmers market flowers.
casual whites for warmer days.
the prettiest walk out garden.
too cute. i can’t even.
consistently reminding myself of this.
take me to Palm Beach. please.
love this.
palm trees will forever be my favorite.
{all photos via Pinterest}
5. New Videos:
20 Minute Caribbean Shrimp Tacos with Roasted Jalapeño Pineapple Salsa
6 Ingredient Vegan Chocolate Chia Mousse
Extra Crispy, Extra Cheesy HASH BROWN WAFFLES.
PS. are you following on YouTube?
6. Obsessed with this Brow Product.
If you know me well, you know that I have this huge pet peeve about my eyebrows. They are so uneven it’s insane, and they tend to lay flat on my face. For my face, I love a full brow with a defined arch, and Glossier’s Boy Brow has been my go-to product for the perfect brows for over a year now. It’s basically like mascara for your eyebrows and it works like magic. If you haven’t yet tried this product, you need to now, it’s my favorite.
7. A Few Links I am Loving…
cacia e pepe for one. YES PLEASE.
the Gal Meets Glam collection is here…but which dress will you choose?
Hannah Taylor Skvarla of The Little Market…favorite read of the week.
25 most powerful stylists in Hollywood…WOW.
8 cute make-up bags…think it’s about time for an upgrade.
2018 hottest foods trends…hmm, very interesting, pickles anyone?
vacation homes with mountain views…I would go to South Africa, where would you go?
4 management mistakes you may be making…good to know.
8. My Favorite Spring Tops…
9. This Week’s Dinners:
Monday: Asada Mushroom Tacos with Lime Smashed Avocado
Tuesday: Blackened Salmon Burgers with Herbed Cream Cheese
Wednesday: Basil Goat Cheese Pasta Salad
Thursday: Greek Lamb Meatballs with Avocado Goddess Sauce
Friday: Artichoke Ricotta Flatbread
Find the full grocery list in the HBH newsletter.
Check out all the past Favorites posts here.
