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Iโ€™m in New York today recording a few podcasts and squeezing in some meetings along the way. I always love getting the chance to visit the cityโ€”definitely couldnโ€™t live here, but I do enjoy my quick trips in and out. The flowers and cherry blossom trees are just starting to bloom, and itโ€™s such a beautiful reminder that spring is here! I wonโ€™t be around to catch them at their peak, but I can already tell theyโ€™re going to be stunning. Every season in New York really does have its own magic.

Iโ€™ve got a quick trip into the city this weekโ€”and again next weekโ€”and then (fingers crossed) Iโ€™ll be heading to Florida! My plans keep shifting because scheduling has been a bit of a puzzle lately. I need to be out of my house starting May 1st as we wrap up the studio space renovations, and then itโ€™s on to renovating my home next!

As for where Iโ€™ll be going? Thatโ€™s still a bit of a mystery. Iโ€™ve got a few options, but since so much of my work revolves around cooking, wherever I land has to have a decent kitchen. Stay tunedโ€”your guess is as good as mine right now! Itโ€™s kind of exciting, but as someone who loves a good plan and knowing whatโ€™s next, Iโ€™m definitely freaking out a little inside. But like Dory from Finding Nemo, I just keep singing in my head: โ€˜Just keep swimming!โ€™ I know itโ€™ll all work out in the end.

Iโ€™m also excited to be traveling more lately! Iโ€™m back home today, but heading out again tomorrow for another quick trip to New York. Hopefully Iโ€™ll get to meet up with my family during their month of travels, too. As for Easterโ€”I have no idea what the plan is! It totally snuck up on meโ€ฆ somehow itโ€™s just a week away!

How about you all? Are you traveling this month? Staying put? Whatโ€™s something that makes you the happiest right now?

I hope you all are having a great Sunday. Spring is here, and Iโ€™m so happy it is! When I get home later this week, Iโ€™ll definitely pick up some flowers. I need the added color during a Colorado spring!

Enjoy another fun Favorites post!

1. Things iโ€™m loving, wanting, and excited to try.

shoppingโ€ฆthe Boll & Branch spring fresh sale. My favorite 100% organic cotton sheets are all currently on sale. Ordering the Signature Vintage Washed Sheet Set in their new color, Vintage Sand.

wantingโ€ฆnotebooks. I go through so many notebooks. I use one for website recipes and one for a to-do list. This Hop To It Notepad with Easter bunnies is adorable. So cute and fun. I also love, and will be ordering, this Striped Signature Notebook in red. If you want something more basic, I get theseย Lined Journal Notebooks from Amazon sometimes.

everything in my cart (low)โ€ฆfound a few pieces from Mango this week! Loving this cotton parka. Iโ€™m wishing I had it with me now as itโ€™s a rainy spring day in New York. Or I might love this long oversized cotton trench more. I adore a great trench coat. And continuing on with the cozy pieces, I think I could live in this wool blend hooded sweater and midi skirt set.

Okay, and as always, my Zara finds. First off, I think thisย bucket hat is cute for spring and summer, and if youโ€™re heading somewhere tropical soon, itโ€™s the perfect beach hat. Iโ€™d also pack these linen pantsย and a greatย wide-legย jean to wear with sandals for dinner.

listening toโ€ฆWhat Meal Planning Looks Like in Our Home.

watchingโ€ฆThe 24 Best Feel-Good Movies to Rewatch Now. I am a sucker for Father of the Bride. Thereโ€™s something so special about a father/daughter bond.

lovingโ€ฆCabo Dos Vistas. The prettiest home in Cabo. Makes me want to vacation here! And Iโ€™m not a Cabo girl, but this home is so pretty. Studio McGee did such a beautiful job.

practicingโ€ฆMel Robbinsโ€™ 7-Day Reset. If you feel like you need to get back on track with your routine, try these 7 things. Also, listening to The 7-Day Reset for More Time, Energy, & Happiness (Backed by Science).

wantingโ€ฆfresh florals. And so many of them. Motherโ€™s Day is coming up, and while Iโ€™m not a mom, I will be taking advantage of all these floral sales. Currently shopping the spring bouquets on Urban Stems.ย All theirย Motherโ€™s Day bouquets are 20% off right now.ย I love this bright yellow bouquet, and you can never go wrong with a bundle of peonies.

traveling withโ€ฆContiki. Essentially, an online travel website that helps you build the trip you have planned out in your head. They do the hard work for you and provide a full itinerary. It sounds like a super helpful service if you want to plan out a great trip but need some help.

everything in my cart (beauty)โ€ฆa few weeks ago I had a lymphatic drainage massage. Itโ€™s a super soft massage that helps with inflammation. I want to do a mini lymphatic drainage massage at home. I need to order the Sculpting Body Stone from Tata Harper.

Blush can be so pretty โ€“ sometimes all you need is a need is a little pop of color. I love the Dew Blush Liquid Cream Blush from Saie, theย Talc-Free Dimensional + Brightening Blush from Kosas. Now I am curious to try the Major Headlines Double-Take Crรจme & Powder Blush Duo from Patrick Ta after literally studying this Blush 101: Everything You Need to Know About Applying the Perfect Blush guide.

And Asher and I love the Tatcha Dewy Skin Cream, apparently so does Meghan Markle.

shoppingโ€ฆnew arrivalsย onย Zara Home.

lovingโ€ฆHome Chef of course! And this is why, I Was Skeptical of Meal Kits โ€” Thisย  Brand Completely Changed My Mind (Itโ€™s So Much Cheaper Than Grocery Shopping).

lovingโ€ฆlemon sweets! Made a lemony dessert last week and now I want to make more!

orderingโ€ฆlarge handknotted packable tote bag. On ale through today! The perfect warm weather bag!

shoppingโ€ฆMotherโ€™s Day gifts. Hoping to spend Motherโ€™s Day with my mom and searching for the perfect gift. A few I found this week!


2. A Few Of My Favorite Spring Recipes.

3. My Sephora Sale Picks.

4. My favorite basics โ€“ 15% off at ร‰terne.

Everyone Iโ€™ve turned onto ร‰terne has never once complained. Iโ€™m telling you, these pieces are worth the price. The materials are baby soft, and they have the best basics. I adore them! Chloe, the founder, is generously offering you all 15% off through Easter Sundayโ€”just because! Enjoy!

use the code HBH15 through Easter Sunday

Straight Leg Sweatpantโ€”I live in these while traveling. The black is chic, and the pants are super comfy for long, back-to-backย travel days.ย 

Lounge Pant โ€“ my PJ pants. Love theseย 

Short Sleeve Boyfriend T-Shirt โ€“ I do not travel without tees.

Long Sleeve Boyfriend T-Shirt

Short Sleeve Baby Tee โ€“ get black and white for sure.ย 

Long Sleeve Baby Tee โ€“ I have the oatmeal grey, love the colorย ย 

Shrunken Hoodie Sweatshirt I LOVE this hoodie. I have this in black size S for an oversized fit

Francis Sweater โ€“ my mom loves this cashmere sweater.ย 

Bikini Top and matching Bottom โ€“ getting the poppy for next Florida tripย 

5. Easter Entertaining.


And if you missed it, here are some of Our Most Popular Easter Recipes!

6. Inspiring Me + This Week.ย 

(a lovely kitchen)

I need to practice this belief

this week

recorded with Rebecca Minkoff and Katie Lee Biegel

blooming

rainy night outย 

dinner at The Corner Storeย 

the drinks

Oliโ€™s Dirty Martini/ Skinny Paloma/ Capโ€™n Crunch Milk Punch

the order

Lobster rolls/Spinach Artichoke Dip/Tuna tartar/French dip/Lobster frites

the desserts

Samoa Sundae/Apple pies

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How to Take Better Care of Your Pelvic Floorโ€”and Why You Should

Outdoor Spaces From The Studio McGee Archives

6 Email Hacks That Keep Me From Spiraling Every Time I Open My Inbox

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How To Put Yourself Out There Without Using a Dating App

My Friend Is a Genius at Arranging Grocery Store Flowers

16 Hacks That Will Help Save You Money on Home Expenses

9 Sneaky Places to Store Things If Youโ€™re Maxed Out on Closet Space

Youโ€™d Never Guess This Closet Turns Into a Guest Room

8. Everything Cute From Free People.

vacation sandals

9. This Weekโ€™s Dinners + Weekend Eats.

One Pot Spinach Broccoli Ricotta Stuffed Shells | halfbakedharvest.com

Monday: One Pot Spinach Broccoli Ricotta Stuffed Shells

One Skillet Greek Meatballs and Lemon Rice | halfbakedharvest.com

Tuesday: One Skillet Greek Meatballs and Lemon Rice

30 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken | halfbakedharvet.com

Wednesday: 30 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken

25 Minute Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Orzo | halfbakedharvest.com

Thursday: 25 Minute Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Orzo

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

Friday: Honey Mustard Pretzel Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad

Blueberry Muffin Bread | halfbakedharvest.com

Saturday: Blueberry Muffin Bread

Roasted Asparagus and Potatoes with Sesame Breadcrumbs and Burrata | halfbakedharvest.com

Sunday: Roasted Asparagus and Potatoes with Sesame Breadcrumbs and Burrata

This post was originally published on April 13, 2025

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  1. Happy Easter Tieghan! Hope youโ€™re enjoying the warm Florida sunshine with your family! Going to stay tuned for you to put out a new ham recipe, hopefully there will be one for next year!

  2. loved this post! Iโ€™ve been staying put for now, but have a lake trip planned for next week and I am so excited โ€” praying for warm weather! The season changing into spring and being able to enjoy an outdoor walk has been making me happiest lately!
    excited for you to be able to travel! hope it is so fun

    1. Thanks for reading, Kelcy! Your lake trip sounds nice and relaxing, I hope you enjoy your time! Happy Friday!