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Nine Favorite Things
Since returning home from LA last week, there has been a lot of planning and prep for the Book Tour. Huge shout out to my mom, who has booked every flight, hotel, and everything else in between for all my travels. Without her, none of this book tour would have come together the way it did. So I just want to sing her a little praise. Going to 5 cities over 10 days is a lot of planning, organizing, and prep.
We also had a team at my publisher, Clarkson Potter, making master lists and adding details. And my mom said that Emily at Beyond Travel Company was awesome in helping her with hotel details and transfers. So shout out to all of them as well!
For those of you unable to attend (which I know is most of you), don’t worry. I’ve still been working on new recipes to share with you guys. Because at the heart of it all is you guys. And I still want to be able to continue sharing fresh, new recipes for spring.
So it’s been a busy week between recipe creation and working on little details for everything else. But I’m feeling pretty good about it. Again, mostly thanks to my mom! What I would do without her is beyond me.
We’re all flying out today. Chicago for me, and my family is off to Palm Springs for some time in warmer weather and sunshine. My mom being the traveler that she is, is using my time away as a good excuse to get out of town. Springtime here in Colorado is what we call “mud season”. It’s not the nicest time to be here and certainly nice to get away if possible. Asher is very much looking forward to the trip, as is my whole family. They’re meeting up with some of my brothers and cousins that live in the SoCal area. Oh, and Bren, Lynds, and Baby Bud will be on their way back from Roundtop, TX so they’re going to stop in too.
So that’s a little snippet of everything that’s happening. It’s crazy to see everything coming together and at the same time how far we’ve come. I can’t say I am not anxious though. There’s definitely a lot of pressure and I just want everything to be so great for you guys! And of course, most of all, I hope you LOVE the book. Anything I release…anything, I am nervous to put out. But a cookbook is like nothing else. The first week, while exciting, is also so much stress. Will the recipes be good enough? Will they work for everyone? Are they easy enough? Are the photos pretty enough? Is there enough variety? Are there any typos we didn’t catch? Literally so many things.
Oh, and then the Amazon reviews! I remember with Super Simple there was a handful of negative reviews that first week the book came out. It was so, so, so hard to see. Of course, negative reviews are inevitable. But when you work so hard (and for years), they’re still never easy to see. But don’t get me wrong, it’s all worth it if you guys really enjoy and use the book. So fingers crossed! But definitely an anxious time for me.
Sharing more details below, recapping some book stuff, and…our new HBH olive oil bottle that was launched on Friday with California Olive Ranch!
Lastly, thank you so much for your support now and over the years! It truly amazes me every day the loyal HBH family we’ve built!
1. Things I’m loving, wanting, and excited to try.
loving…Turmeric. My foot started bothering me this week from walking in heels and then wearing down my tennis shoes. It was so bad that it was uncomfortable to walk and I was limping around. I hate taking anything like Advil, so I took a few turmeric pills instead. Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory. It can help reduce swelling and pain in joints and bones. I’m not joking, within hours my foot felt well enough to walk normally. It’s such a miracle worker in so many aspects of health. Certainly something to look into taking if you’re looking to improve your day-to-day wellness.
loving…Frankies Bikinis. The second Asher got word they were heading to Palm Springs she put in a new Frankies Bikinis order (as did my mom). Loved her picks.
listening to…nothing new. I am in a podcast rut. Any recommendations for all my plane and car time coming up?
enjoying…the Best Vanilla Candles. I LOVE warming vanilla candles. So excited to try some new ones. Ordering: the SKYLAR Vanilla Sky candle (new to me brand, excited to try), LE LABO Santal 26 Classic candle (another new to me candle), Boy Smells Iris Fantome candle (already know I love this one), and I love the fun design on the Ligne Blanche White with Black Drawing Candle (curious to know what the candle is made of though.
loving…IS Clincal Sunsreen. This has been my favorite now for months. I use it daily and it feels like there is nothing on my skin. It’s packed in my bag along with all my other skincare favorites for 10 days of travel
ordered…new pieces for travel.
burning…Mason Louie candle La Petite Louise Candle. Loving this spring-like candle with lilac, jasmine, and vanilla.
wanting to try…the U Beauty bioactive treatment. I just read about this overnight treatment that targets dryness, dullness, and aging. Everything I need. Also, the Rose INC illuminating & plumping complexion duo. It’s a hydrating skincare base illuminating foundation. So skincare and makeup combined!
loving…the new APL spring colors. I just got the blue slate marble, beachwood, and midnight grey. Packed the grey for my trip!
ordered…the limited edition tubereuse tuberose candle from Diptyque. Yeah, yeah. Another candle, but can’t help it. This sounds so good and I love the blue vessel.
watching…Dollface on Hulu. Have you watched it yet?
2. Spring salads I love.
Lemon Herb Chicken Avocado Orzo Salad
Pesto Chicken, Corn, and Avocado Bacon Pasta Salad
Honey Mustard Pretzel Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad
Greek Chicken Chopped Salad with Lemon Tahini Vinaigrette
Kale Caesar Salad with Sweet Potatoes and Crispy Chickpeas
3. Spring picks from Crate and Barrel.
4. Favorite questions of the week.
Frequently Asked Questions
q: dream vacation?
a: if I had to pick one right now, I would have to go tropical, so the Caribbean or the Maldives. but I really want to go to Japan. Red’s dying to go with me. he thinks I’ll love it and I need to try the ramen…then recreate it!
q: can you do a cook-off with Creighton and have Asher film it?
a: haha. ya, we’ll have to get my dad involved and have him provide the commentary ? I’m on it as soon as Creighton comes back from California.
q: your favorite thing about living in Colorado?
a: the space/mountains. I love, love, loveee the space we have living up in the mountains. walking out my door every morning and seeing nothing but either blue and sun or snowy skies + mountains is something I’m thankful for every day.
q: what range would you get in your next kitchen?
a: I really want a Wolf range. I have them in my house and am dying to get a pair for the studio.
q: is there anything you don't eat?
a: I don’t really do tofu. it weirds me out.
q: would you date someone who doesn't cook?
a: of course! 1. it would be fun to teach them, and 2. I might need someone who doesn’t love it to balance me out…and have someone to cook for!
q: what is your go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe?
a: my mom’s! her oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are famous and her regular cookies are too…she uses the recipe on the back of the Nestle chocolate chip bag, but hers are just better. more vanilla and way more chocolate.
q: customer's favorite recipe from the cookbooks? your favorite recipe
a: that’s a good question! what’s your guy’s favorite HBH cookbook recipe so far?
q: anyone in the family prefer not to be on camera?
a: no one gets mad at me, but my mom’s definitely not into it. neither is my brother Kai sometimes, but he doesn’t really care. none of them really care that much one way or another. Creighton on the other hand is liking it too much and we may need to monitor that ?.
q: how do you balance putting out content and family life?
a: I get this question basically every week and I’m coming to realize I really don’t have a balance. I need to do way better about taking more time away from work, but honestly, I’m horrible at it. there isn’t a balance. they just mesh together because I end up sharing so much of my family life with you guys and I love to work too much. but I’ve gotten a little better, so baby steps. a goal for this spring/summer is more travel
.q: coffee or tea? hot or iced? black, cream, sugar?
a: coffee, hot, black.
q: what is your number 1 goal with your home reno?
a: to really love every piece of both my house and studio! I spend soo much time in both places. I want to be excited when I walk in and feel a sense of calm. we never really finished either space so I can’t wait to just have them finally feel complete!!
q: any tips to super clear photo resolution when posting shots?
a: honestly, make sure your camera lens is clean. I wipe mine almost every time I take a photo. especially on the iPhone. and a steady hand.
q: do you think Asher will ever be interested in cooking with you?
a: maybe when she’s older, but she doesn’t seem too into it…unless there’s chocolate.
q: how do you stay creative and always come up with new recipes?
a: when I feel like I’m repeating recipes or in a rut, I reinvent the wheel for myself. if I’m thinking about one flavor profile, like Asian, I’ll switch things up completely and work on a Greek recipe instead. I kind of throw myself a flavor curveball
q: dream vacation?
a: if I had to pick one right now, I would have to go tropical, so the Caribbean or the Maldives. but I really want to go to Japan. Red’s dying to go with me. he thinks I’ll love it and I need to try the ramen…then recreate it!
q: can you do a cook-off with Creighton and have Asher film it?
a: haha. ya, we’ll have to get my dad involved and have him provide the commentary ? I’m on it as soon as Creighton comes back from California.
q: your favorite thing about living in Colorado?
a: the space/mountains. I love, love, loveee the space we have living up in the mountains. walking out my door every morning and seeing nothing but either blue and sun or snowy skies + mountains is something I’m thankful for every day.
q: what range would you get in your next kitchen?
a: I really want a Wolf range. I have them in my house and am dying to get a pair for the studio.
q: is there anything you don’t eat?
a: I don’t really do tofu. it weirds me out.
q: would you date someone who doesn’t cook?
a: of course! 1. it would be fun to teach them, and 2. I might need someone who doesn’t love it to balance me out…and have someone to cook for!
q: what is your go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe?
a: my mom’s! her oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are famous and her regular cookies are too…she uses the recipe on the back of the Nestle chocolate chip bag, but hers are just better. more vanilla and way more chocolate.
q: customer’s favorite recipe from the cookbooks? your favorite recipe?
a: that’s a good question! what’s your guy’s favorite HBH cookbook recipe so far? my favorite is in the new HBH Every Day book!
q: anyone in the family prefer not to be on camera?
a: no one gets mad at me, but my mom’s definitely not into it. neither is my brother Kai sometimes, but he doesn’t really care. none of them really care that much one way or another. Creighton on the other hand is liking it too much and we may need to monitor that ?.
q: how do you balance putting out content and family life?
a: I get this question basically every week and I’m coming to realize I really don’t have a balance. I need to do way better about taking more time away from work, but honestly, I’m horrible at it. there isn’t a balance. they just mesh together because I end up sharing so much of my family life with you guys and I love to work too much. but I’ve gotten a little better, so baby steps. a goal for this spring/summer is more travel.
q: coffee or tea? hot or iced? black, cream, sugar?
a: coffee, hot, black.
q: what is your number 1 goal with your home reno?
a: to really love every piece of both my house and studio! I spend soo much time in both places. I want to be excited when I walk in and feel a sense of calm. we never really finished either space so I can’t wait to just have them finally feel complete!!
q: any tips to super clear photo resolution when posting shots?
a: honestly, make sure your camera lens is clean. I wipe mine almost every time I take a photo. especially on the iPhone. and a steady hand.
q: do you think Asher will ever be interested in cooking with you?
a: maybe when she’s older, but she doesn’t seem too into it…unless there’s chocolate.
q: how do you stay creative and always come up with new recipes?
a: when I feel like I’m repeating recipes or in a rut, I reinvent the wheel for myself. if I’m thinking about one flavor profile, like Asian, I’ll switch things up completely and work on a Greek recipe instead. I kind of throw myself a flavor curveball.
5. HBH Every Day cookbook + olive oil launch.
HBH Every Day cookbook
Obviously, the new book is out this Tuesday! I will be in Chicago for events + signings, which will be so fun. I love Chicago and it always feels so close to home since we’re from Cleveland.
Tuesday, March 29th – Crate and Barrel is hosting an Instagram Live this Tuesday at noon CT. I will be on with them (from Chicago) talking about the new book and answering questions. I’m so happy about this because it’s a really fun way for everyone to get to be involved in the book launch.
Plus 2 viewers will win a signed copy of the new book as well as a $150 Crate and Barrel Gift Card.
Friday, April 1st – I will be on Good Morning America around 8:45 am EST! I’ll be cooking recipes from the new book. So excited!
And I will make sure to share as much as possible on Instagram this week. And then certainly, I will do a recap in next Sunday’s post!
HBH x California Olive Ranch 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil
I designed my own limited edition olive oil with California Olive Ranch’s 100% California Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Olive oil is my most used cooking ingredient. It’s always out on my counter, and as my dad likes to say, we have backups for the backups, so we never run out. When I received the opportunity to create something with a brand I love, I was so excited. The olive oil launched on March 25th and it’s so fun to see.
If you guys are into it, you can order your own bottle here.
6. Skincare I love + discount codes.
I love sharing my skincare with you guys, but without a doubt, I have expensive skincare favorites. It’s one of the things I feel ok about spending money on. That said, I want to share products that you can all afford too! So, I’ve been asking for discounts from some of my favorite brands. You can grab them below!
Tatcha – use HARVEST15 for 15% off + special Gift with Purchase (either Travel Size Liquid Silk Canvas or Travel Size Silk Canvas).
Saie Beauty – use HBH15 for 15% off all of my favorites.
Tata Harper – use TATAxTIEGHAN for 25% off all Tata Harper skincare through March 31st.
Shani Darden – use TIEGHAN15 for 15% off Shani Darden product! I love her retinol.
7. Favorite links I’m loving.
Inside Aimee Song’s Los Angeles Dream Home…one of my favorite homes right now.
40 Fashion and Home Buys From H&M…sooo many good and affordable picks.
The Wear-Everywhere Bag Gigi Hadid Can’t Get Enough Of…love a classic Chanel bag.
Fenty Beauty Is Having an Amazing (But Short) Sale…17 things to buy right now.
Inside the Auberge Resorts Hotel on Mexico’s Mayan Riviera…would love to be here.
How to Create a Garden on Your Balcony in 4 Easy Steps…spring garden season is here.
We Haven’t Been This Excited About A Foundation in A While…love Kosas foundations.
Tour a 300-Acre Maryland Compound…love the outdoor shower.
Clean, Green Lasagna With Kale Marinara Sauce…yum, this certainly sounds delicious.
The 18 Best Non-Toxic Candles to Set a Cozy Mood…love and burn so many of these.
19 Unique Online Home Shops You May Not Know About…but should.
The Best Self-Tanners…spring break and summer ahead.
These Nail Polishes Will Give You the Longest-Lasting Manicure…I certainly need these.
8. Under $120 style finds for spring.
9. This week’s dinners + weekend eats.
Monday: Lemon Pesto Burrata and Brown Butter Gnocchi
Tuesday: Garlic Butter Creamed Spinach Salmon.
Wednesday: Crispy Chicken Tinga Taquitos with Salty Lime Avocado Crema
Thursday: One Skillet Louisiana Style Chicken and Rice
Friday: Spinach and Artichoke Pizza with Cheesy Bread Crust
Saturday: Crispy Oregano Roasted Potatoes with Creamy Feta Sauce
Sunday: Double Strawberry Cupcakes
This post was originally published on March 27, 2022
Oh turmeric is a wonder natural ingredient!!! Being Indian we grew up with using turmeric for everything!! Cooking, fast mask, acne buster, did you know it’s AMAZING on cuts!! It acts as a colagulant and literally seals the wound and stop any bleeding, I use it whenever i cut myself cutting veggies, its stings but it works so well!
Hey there,
Thanks so much for reading today! I had no idea about using turmeric for cuts, thanks for the tip!! xTieghan
Hi Tieghan! Love your blog. For podcasts, I think you might like Lewis Howes’ School of Greatness. He interviews all kinds of interesting guests. He is so positive and upbeat, and I always learn something new!
Thank you so much for the podcast recommendation Analiese! Will definitely have to check it out:) xTieghan
There’s something so very relaxing about the 9FT Mail that makes Sunday so much better! To me it is like the *best* article from a fav magazine and savoring it in my jammies with my first coffee is the best! Someone should curate (not me!) music to read 9FT by! ? Thank you so much. Enjoy this week and the fruition of your labors of love that we get to enjoy starting Tuesday! ???
Hey Kat,
Thanks so much for reading each Sunday and your super kind message! I love that you enjoy these posts as much as I do:) I hope you have a wonderful week! xTieghan
Best of luck with your cookbook. I ordered one for my daughter for Christmas and she’s (patiently??) waiting for it! Can’t wait to see the new recipes.
Whoa–I live one hour from Round Top and was there last week–going again this week. Didn’t know your family was there –so much to see, so little time:)
Have a great week. Wish you were coming to Austin.
Hi Francine,
Thanks so much for ordering the new cookbook, I hope your daughter loves it! Lol right?! Brendan and Lyndsie sure get around! Have the best week:) xTieghan
So excited for you and your new book! It’s sure to be a hit with your people, like me! As for the ones who maybe won’t like it, then they’re not the folks you’re trying to serve — and that’s okay!! You’ll never please everyone in the entire world because that’s not what you’re made to do. Thanks for serving up delicious tried and true recipes for all ages who love to cook and try new dishes. You are so good and talented at what you do Tieghan! Keep up the good work — and enjoy some much deserved time away as soon as you can.
Hey Tanya,
Thanks so much for reading today! I hope you love the new cookbook and everything you make! I appreciate your kind message:) Have a great week! xT
Love this on a Sunday morning! Any idea what the best diaper bag on the market is?
Thanks so much Carrie!! My mom LOVES her Beis diaper bag! xTieghan
From one old soul to another?
Any negativity from anyone regarding ur cookbook; they just are to ignored. They just do not matter at all to ur life.
U r an inspiration to the world!
Enjoy ur book tour!
Awe thanks so much for your thoughtful message Judy:) I hope you love the new cookbook! xTieghan
Thanks for the discounted skin care items. How about discounted shoe items? While I could afford 3 pairs of sneakers for close to $1,000 dollars, I could never justify to myself WHY I would want that? I guess I’m just here for the food. You’re amazing with that, please stop trying to “justify” these other choices. If you want them get them and don’t feel guilty. Looking forward to the new book.
Hi Linda,
Thanks so much for reading, I hope you love the new cookbook! Have a great week:) xTieghan
I’m so excited for your new cookbook! Your other two are my most frequently used ones, everything I’ve made from them has been delicious.
In terms of podcasts, I highly recommend Be There in Five by Kate Kennedy. It’s a long form podcast where she does deep dives on nostalgic topics for millenials (like early 00s mall culture) or on pop culture. Her Rom Comraderie episodes that she had recently were awesome!
Hey Annie,
Thanks so much for reading and your kind message. I love that you have been enjoying the cookbooks:) Thanks for the podcast recommendation, I will definitely have to check this one out, sounds interesting! Have a great week:) xTieghan
Your emails are wonderful. They always make me pause and appreciate your good works. When I just don’t feel like cooking, in pops an email and it inspires me to think otherwise. If I don’t follow your recipe exactly, because I’m missing an ingredient, I don’t stop, I am still motivated to create. Thank you!
Hi Barbara,
Thanks so much for reading and your super kind message! I am so glad you have been enjoying the recipe, thanks for making them! Have the best week! xTieghan
I LOVE THIS WEEKLY EMAIL AND I GET SO MANY GREAT NEW SUGGESTIONS TO CHECK OUT! THANK YOU! I DID GO TO THE SHANI DARDEN WEBPAGE TO CHECK OUT THE RETINOL. YOUR LINK FOR SHANI DARDEN 15% OFF DIDN’T WORK : (. NOT SURE WHY. I DIDN’T TRY ANY OF THE OTHER LINKS…BUT THERE’S STILL TIME! THANK YOU FOR PUTTING THIS EMAIL TOGHETER EACH WEEK!
Hey Joann,
Thanks so much for reading today and your message! I just tried the code and it worked, give it another try and let me know if you are still having issues! xTieghan
I’m so sad, I’ll be in DC when you are there for work and won’t be able to break away. Best of luck and PLEASE join your family for some warmth and sun you’ve been talking about after the tour!
Awe thanks so much Jessica!! Wish you could have been able to stop by:)
I’ll be following along via Insta too, hope you have a great launch. Xx
Thanks so much Kelly-Jane!!
Love all of your stuff! So much time goes into all that you offer. So enjoyable!
Thank you so very much Jamie!!
Another wonderful 9FTs this week and I am so excited for you and the launch of your new book this week, as well as cooking on Good Morning America, how exciting. I will follow along on Insta, but wish you all the best and hope that everything goes well and runs smoothly for you.
In a podcast rut? How about downloading a book app and listen to stories? I am currently listening to The Wheel of Time series on Audible and absolutely loving it and highly recommend it.
I also love reading your skincare recommendations. My skin this week has been a nightmare, it completely broke out over 2 days to be red and blotchy, which I don’t understand as my teen years are far behind me. So I decided to try drinking 100ml of aloe everyday to see if this will help and after only 3 days of this, my skin is calming down and I don’t feel that I want to scratch a layer of my skin off anymore, so I am considering continuing with the aloe to see what happens.
Ok enough waffling. Wishing you the best week and safe travels 🙂
Hi Colleen,
Thanks so much for reading along! I hope you love the new book as much as I do! Love the idea of listening to a book, I can’t tell you the last time I was able to sit down and read, thanks for the suggestion. So glad your skin is on the mend with drinking the aloe, such a great tip! I hope you have a great week:) xTieghan