Nine Favorite Things.
Thanks for joining me for another Nine Favorite Things post.
Hey, hi and happy Sunday everyone! We are now one week into August, how’s it going thus far? This past week, while it was busy, was great…there are exciting things in the works. Plus the week was capped off with a fun segment on The TODAY Show. We’ve also got pretty summer weather, flowers, and peaches…just a few of my favorite things.
Everything work-wise is starting to pick up with fun projects and even a very special launch coming this fall. On the flip side, everything online is feeling a little slow these days. I’m hoping it’s because everyone is out enjoying the last full month of summer. I know many of you are packing up your bags and heading out on family road trips or camping weekends, which sounds amazing! My brother Malachi is actually camping this weekend in Morro Bay, which is right outside San Luis Obispo. It looks beautiful! See his photos below…
Pretty, right? I’m only just a bit jealous. But the good news is that here at home we’ve hit that time in August when our weather finally turns from a possible thunderstorm rolling through in the afternoon, to days full of sunshine and warm upper seventy-degree temperatures. It’s absolutely perfect. The next two months are my favorite time of year here in Colorado. We’ll have summer for a couple more weeks but come late August our weather starts to turn cool at night. The leaves start to change, and fall slowly creeps in. I can’t say I’m ready for fall, but it will forever be my favorite season, so I’m excited. And as I mentioned, we have a really fun launch to share very soon! Actually, we have two launches happening very soon. We also have a special family wedding back home in Cleveland in September too!
Kind of feeling like a kid in a candy store. Just overly excited!
Question: How about you guys? What’s keeping you smiling these days? Anything you’re looking forward to in the next couple of weeks?
And lastly, I recorded the Food Blogger Pro podcast a few weeks back and my episode is now live. You can listen here if you’re curious.
Coming up this week on HBH, we’ll be starting the week with another skillet dinner that might just involve those summer peaches. Then I’m thinking I may share a chocolatey sweet treat…or maybe a fun appetizer? What’s your pick? Then we’ll move on to a simple summer pasta, a fun and easy salad, and of course, we’ll be ending the week with something sweet. Lots of deliciousness!
Question: would anyone be excited if I shared a S’more recipe? But S’mores with a twist?
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1. Things i’m loving, wanting, and excited to try…
watching…Kendall Jenner’s AD house tour. I am in awe of her house. It’s so unique, calming, and I love the neutral tones.
excited to shop…that Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I’ve been adding to my wishlist and am eying all the cozy fall knits.
ordered and love…these vintage teacups, this vintage pie server, and these pretty ceramic bowls (perfect for pasta!).
baking up…my cinnamon sugar peach upside down cake. On repeat.
loving…my dahlias from Flourish Flower Farm in Asheville North Carolina.
loving…Zara Home. Thinking about these towels. Love these plates and ordering this flora napkin.
excited to try…these probiotics. I have heard so many great things about taking probiotics. Do you take them?
re-ordering…this candle and this candle. They are cozy, but summery. Perfect for a late summer day.
loving…PEACHES. Especially the incredible peaches I received from The Peach Truck and Frog Hollow Farms.
wanting…these chunky Prada boots, but ordering these affordable (almost Identical) boots instead.
thinking about ordering…this Fendi bag that is 80% off. But do you like the white or the black? Fun Fact? I have my grandma’s love for designer bags. I don’t own any, but I still love them.
in need of…your music suggestions. I am horrible with music. How do I learn what I like? Where do I start? Send tips!
2. Top 9 Peach, Corn, and Zucchini Recipes…
Peaches
Skillet Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler
Skillet Cinnamon Sugar Peach Upside Down Cake
Corn
Instant Pot Chipotle Cheddar Corn Chowder
Sheet Pan Chipotle Cheddar Corn Chicken Enchiladas
Skillet Creamy Cajun Chicken Lazone with Herby Corn
Zucchini
Chocolate Chunk Almond Butter Zucchini Bread
Spicy Pesto and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Involtini
3. New for the kitchen…
4. favorite questions of the week…
q: Do you use different skillets for savory versus sweet dishes?
a: I probably should, but no I don’t. I just grab whichever skillet is clean.
q: If you didn’t cook for a living, what would you do?
a: I’d be in fashion or interior design. I always said I wanted to be a fashion stylist growing up. Making things “pretty” has been something I’ve loved for as long as I can remember. I used to put outfits together or rearrange rooms for fun. Now I put all that creativity into food. I’m very visual and as I said, I love making everything pretty and visually appealing. So either fashion or interior design!
q: What is your solution to wanting to cook delicious meals, but also having a tight schedule?
a: The HBH Super Simple cookbook. I shared so many quick and easy recipes in this cookbook. It’s perfect for anyone with a tight schedule. Another tip is to spend some time prepping food on your days off. There’s so much that can be done beforehand (like washing and chopping produce or cooking grains) to make weeknights super simple. And keep your pantry and freezer stocked with everything you need to create your favorite easy recipes quickly. You’d be surprised how much you can do with pantry staples.
q: What brand is your gold flatware?
a: It’s from Anthropologie. It’s back in stock now but sells out really fast.
5. latest recipe videos.
Easy Sheet Pan Tomato Herb Pizza…the video really says it all. Wait for the end.
Cinnamon Sugar Blueberry Crumb Bars…buttery, jammy, sweet, cinnamony, and layered with deliciousness.
And on Instagram Stories
Crispy Sesame Ginger Potstickers
Spicy Pesto and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Involtini
Sheet Pan Hawaiian Pineapple Shrimp Tacos
Skillet Cinnamon Sugar Peach Upside Down Cake
Cheddar Corn Stuffed.Jalapeño Poppers
6. Inspiring Me On Pinterest.
(Photo via Floret Flower. You can also purchase these!)
(photo via AD)
Sources unknown, but all found via Pinterest. Please let me know if you happen to know the exact sources.
Question: what photos, quotes, people, places, etc. are inspiring you guys this week?
7. favorite links i’m loving…
Chip & Joanna Just Dropped Their Fall Target Collection…and it’s good. Of course.
12 Newsletters Worth Subscribing to Right Now…excited to subscribe to a few of these.
The 13 Best Beauty Buys From Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale…add them to your wishlist now.
These Fall Boots Are Already On My Wishlist…love fall boot season.
10 Things to Do If Your Confidence Needs a Major Boost…love these tips and need to work to use them myself.
16 New Trader Joes Products We’re Stocking Up On…eye that Labneh and Sweet and Spicy Pineapple BBQ Sauce.
How to Improve Your Relationship…when you’ve been stuck together for months.
6 Fall Basics…yep, guess I’m ready to start fall shopping.
Flower Personality Test…I think I am a hydrangea, how about you?
6 Tools for Rethinking Life’s Toughest Challenges…change is hard for me, so taking notes.
12 Under-$30 Summer Dresses on Amazon…love this breezy sundress.
Another Season of Fixer Upper…I never watched this, but I plan on watching them all now.
How to Treat 10 Common Skin Concerns…all your questions answered.
The Best Design Coffee Table Books…ordering Down To Earth, love the cozy cover.
10 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Your Mood…if you need to smile today.
9 Fabrics That Deserve a Place in Your Fall Wardrobe…love this cozy knit.
How to Mix and Match Pillows…I love a couch or bed full of pillows so this is perfect.
Why Do I Always Think Everyone is Mad at Me…the question I ask myself all the time.
8. New Finds From H&M…
End of summer/early Fall clothing…
All the accessories..
Summer Travel/Overnight Bags…
9. this week’s dinners…
Monday:
Tuesday: Cherry Tomato Pesto Polenta with Fried Halloumi
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday Sip: Blueberry Lemon Thyme Smash
Sunday Baking:
Finally, check out all the past Nine Favorite Things posts here.
Good morning, Tieghan! I am wondering if we’ll have an early Fall here in Southwestern Ontario? The night temps are getting down into the 50-60°F range already. And I’ve seen a few trees starting to turn colour already. Too early yet, but I guess we are getting into the “dog days” of summer! I loved the tour of Kendall Jenners home! Loved everything about it. I laughed when I saw the things you liked from Zara Home. Would you believe the first Zara Home store I ever entered (or even knew existed!) was in Milan? I saw all those items you liked. I will be looking forward to your Fall lineup of recipes!
Hey Colleen!
Thanks so much for your kind message! It is so weird to think that summer is coming to an end and fall will be coming! I am so glad you enjoyed Kendall’s home tour, I thought it was fun too! Thanks for following along:)
xTieghan
Yes, please share your S’mores with a twist recipe. Our family went camping this past weekend near the Shenandoah National Forest. We have a former Boy Scout, a Boy Scout, and a Girl Scout. And, of course, they made S’mores over the campfire.
Thank you so much Ricardo! xTieghan
I love your website and your recipes but finding your affiliate links over the top. $700 dollars for a top or over a grand for a pair of boots. Ummm..No.. I enjoy seeing new trends but it would be nice if the products you are linking too were in the more realistic dollar range.
And yes, a s more recipe with a twist sounds great!
Hi Char! I am really glad you have been loving my nine favorite things! I posted a bunch of items from H&M that I love and are affordable as well as a link to boots that are below $100. I just like to share what I am truly loving right now, even if I don’t buy it myself! I hope you understand. xTieghan
Yes on the Smores recipe! Maybe you could do camping-type recipes that can also be made at home (on grill, etc)? Lots of people camping so that they can travel while social distancing.
Ooo yes! Thank you Vanessa! xTieghan
Teighan,
The things that are keeping me smiling are the late summer smells, it’s a very nostalgic time of the year for me! The idea fall is around the corner and cozy nights ahead! Love the idea of S’mores with a twist and definitely would love a new app recipe! I’ve been enjoying many of your summer recipes! We are having family over today and I’m making the corn salad with coconut flakes and blueberries. I’ve made this twice this summer already! LOVE it! Also, BBQ chicken tacos today as well and my daughter make the easy lemon tart yesterday for our dessert! I too have a handbag OBSESSION! I love Hermès, Celine, Tom Ford and Chanel! Hope you treat yourself to a bag.
They are actually a good investment!
Happy Sunday!
Thank you so much Kate!! I am so glad you have been loving my posts and I hope you continue to! Have an amazing week! xTieghan
Here’s another saying by Winston Churchill, one of the greatest (and my favorite) leaders of all time.
Success is not final; Failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.
Thank you! xTieghan
Here’s another newletter worth following: https://gracefully.substack.com/about
This young woman is a real go-getter and a super writer! She loves food and loves writing about it.
A little plug from you would go a long way. Grace is my daughter and lives in Rhode Island.
Thank you for your consideration.
Thank you!! xTieghan
The first photo in #6 is classic Floret Flowers (Erin and Chris Benzakein). That’s Erin in the photo, taken by her husband Chris. It’s here https://shop.floretflowers.com/products/dahlia-lindas-baby or if the link doesn’t work, floretflowers dot com and search their shop for Dahlia Linda’s Baby, which is where they use this photo. They started as a small family flower farm and are now not only still selling flowers, but also teaching people how to support themselves by growing/selling their own flowers.
Hey Brenna! Thank you so much for the link! I added it 🙂 They are such an amazing flower farm. Have a great Sunday!
Thank you so much Brenna! xTieghan
Ora Organics Probiotics are the best!
Thank you Claire! xTieghan
100% yes to s’mores!! I have been wanting to create something like this: https://olivesnthyme.com/smores-tahini-cookie-bars/ Would love to see you do something cool!
Thank you so much Emily! xTieghan
Loved everything in this article – so exact in what you like – I love that! You really put a lot of thought into what makes you happy. I also struggle with what music is your thang! If you find out let me l ow
Thank you so much Beth! xTieghan
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0IAcPvXRLKzcm5oFbdClUD?si=DbplnAECSv6_KEiCyFPjdA
Hey Tieghan! We made two of your recipes this weekend for a stay at home date night, they were both amazing as always! We have absolutely loved following your progress the past several years :). The above link is the playlist my hubby put together on Spotify. If you’re looking for some chill kitchen vibes this will work. Hope it’s your cup of tea!
Aw thank you so much for sharing! Can’t wait to listen! xTieghan
Yes on the S’mores!! I prefer mine with a thin soft and crispy peanut butter cookie. Thin because it makes the perfect bite. Sooo good. I can’t wait to see what you do!
Thank you so much Martha! xTieghan
To discover your music preferences, I recommend getting Spotify and trying out a couple of their pre-made genre playlists! Once you know the genres you’re drawn to, the playlists will help you discover artists you like!
Thank you Caitlin! xTieghan
Oh, the peach truck comes through Cincinnati each year I wasn’t able to get them this year but look forward to it next year. They also have pecans and they are the best I’ve ever had! You should try some of them.
Ugh I would love to sometime!! Thank you Nancy! xTieghan
Yes, please, to anything and everything S’MORES!! 🙂
Thank you Leah! xTieghan
Too soon for fall!!!!! Our summer was late to get here – more rain than we’ve ever had – then blazing hot for two weeks and now cooler than it should be. 2020 I’ve had enough! I like to be in the season I’m in and not wish away the time. They each have their own beauty and joy and I try to just be present in them. Summer is my favourite though!
I’m a huge music nerd but would need a tiny bit of help from you to get started. What kind of music do you like, broadly speaking? Pop, country, etc. Or… when do you want to listen to music and what mood do you want to feel? Do you want to be high energy and sing along? Something quiet to create a zen mood in the background while you work?
Hey Leanne,
Totally agree about fall! It comes around much faster here than the rest of the country. As for music, I am open to anything! I just feel the need to switch it up since I am in the kitchen daily. Thanks! xTieghan
This week I made the Creamy Cajun chicken Lazone. I served it over rice. It was amazing. Then forwarded the recipe to a friend and her husband made it as well to rave reviews. You are a gifted cook. Thank you so much for all the delicious recipes and for all the thought and effort that goes into your weekly nine favourite things.
Thank you so much Diane!! I am so glad this turned out so well for you! I hope you continue to love my recipes! xTieghan
Just curious, what do you do with all the food you cook for the website?
Hi Randi! Right now, most of it goes to my family and neighbors! I have a huge family and a ton of family friends that come to visit, so most of it gets eaten by them. Otherwise, we share it all and try to donate what we can! So no waste 😊 xTieghan
Def the black Fendi! Awesome price!! Cool design.
Thank you Wendy! xTieghan
I love your photos and the food looks amazing! I too am waiting for fall which is my favorite time of year on Long Island, NY (September through November are awesome here). I would love to see a twist on a s’mores recipe! Hope you are well and thank you for these lovely posts/recipes, they are delicious.
Thank you so much Jackie! xTieghan
Yes please to a new take on s’mores recipe!! Healthier? Even better!! Yum!!
Thank you Ruthy! xTieghan
If you’re looking to discover what music you like, try Sirius XM. I just got a subscription because I’m addicted to channel 33, First Wave, but you can pretty much find any kind of music. Just pick one and see if you like it, lol. Good luck!!
Thank you Sue!! xTieghan
Loved the list of favorite things this week… thanks for putting it all together. Especially loving some of those summer dresses. I specifically wanted to comment today because I noticed you changed your cover photo and I think it’s perfect! You look so relaxed and even though I don’t really *know* you it looks more like you. Through your videos I feel like I’m in the kitchen with my best friend sharing a fun day hanging out together. The new photo represents that to me. Just knowing this list comes out every Sunday helps me start the week off on the right foot. Thanks for everything you share!
Thank you Emie!! xTieghan
Great post, yes please share your s’mores recipes. I love the boots you bought; go with the white bag and try streaming your local college /university radio station. I stream WERS, Emerson College in Boston. I also stream WMVY a radio station on Martha’s Vineyard. They both play music I’ve never heard before. It’s a little different from the same old “classics” or alternative rock . I’m making your corn, tomato and avacado pasta salad tonight – can’t wait ! Enjoy the rest of your summer.
I hope you loved the the pasta salad, Kristine!! Thank you so much! xTieghan
Hi Tieghan! I love your weekly Nine Favorite Things and look forward to them each week. I’d love a fabulous S’Mores recipe with a twist. We are building a new home with a fire pit and I have decided that gourmet S’Mores are going to be my thing when people come over. I’d love to see your creative twist on them! Your blog and Instagram provide me with great inspiration and have me cooking more. I’ve got both of your cookbooks and they are awesome! Thank you for all you do!
Aw I am so glad you have been loving my nine favorite things, Ann! Thank you so much! I hope you continue to love these and the books!! YES! xTieghan
I look forward to your appetizer recipe! I also would love to see your twist on a s’more! Nothing says summer like s’mores, so might as well end summer with a good recipe, right? Love this time of year, Love Zara Home and Love some of the items from Chip and Joanna’s new line! With all this sitting at home I’m looking for some inspiration to spruce things up a bit. How do you have time to do all the things you do!? Don’t stop. I thoroughly enjoy your nine favorite things and all of your recipes!
Haha you are so sweet! Thank you so much for sharing, Tricia!! I hope you continue to love these posts! xTieghan
Hey Tieghan! I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to comment/write you but I love your blog and posts and own both your cookbooks. I wanted to pass along a great candle that myself and my friends love! It’s by Brick and Mortar and it’s the Moss candle. I would highly recommend it! Kind of fun they also come with specific playlists that match music with the mood and scent of the candle. Since you’re looking for new music you might like that!
Aw thank you so much for sharing!! I am going to check it out now! Also, so glad you have been loving my blog and books!! I hope you continue to! xTieghan