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Hey everyone! I hope you had the best week. Itโs turning chilly here and autumn is slipping byโwild how fast this year has gone.
Looking back, weโve had our share of hurdles, but so much work is finally behind us and Iโm feeling good. My mom and Iโalong with our small team and a few tech wizardsโhave been going nonstop. Youโve probably noticed some site updates, with more rolling out through the end of the year. Iโm especially excited about the new vertical video feature on the homepage (my mom worked so hard on this!). Weโve wanted video on the site forever, and now itโs liveโgo peek!
Weโve also got new collaborations (sharing one below!), a few more before yearโs end, and our Williams-Sonoma events all lined up. Thanksgiving and holiday content is coming soon, with even more good things next year.
This year has taught me patienceโgood things take timeโbut consistency is everything. With steady work, the dreams happen.
It was a big week here. Iโm keeping details under wraps for now, but Iโm traveling again today, we have a major photoshoot this week, something fun in Dallas, and then the start of our fall tour with Williams-Sonoma.
Weโve put so much into making these nights specialโsome of our biggest events yetโand I canโt wait to see so many of you. Iโm a little nervous, but mostly excited.
Thatโs the update for now. Enjoy this weekโs favoritesโweโve got some really fun links and photos to share!
1. Things Iโm Loving.
lovingโฆChristmas stockings! Time to order yours. Here are some that I found recently.ย
alsoโฆthis is a great Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand if you love a real tree. I got this last season and it works really well! But now I want to splurge and get this Handcrafted Cast Iron Stand from Europe. It was made in the 1960s! Itโs so pretty. No tree skirt needed!
everything in my cart (low)โฆat Zara this week, Iโm loving these Heeled Riding Boots, which would be cute to style with these Long Shorts. And I LOVE this Fleece Bomber Jacket. It seems so high-end and chic!ย
This is a beautiful black dress from Reformation. Itโs perfect for all the upcoming holiday parties!
If youโre craving a cozy fall knit, J.Crewโs rollneck sweaters are perfect. This 2025 Brushed Cashmere looks so soft. As does this cozy Rollneck Sweater in Supersoft Yarn (and itโs on sale!). Love the Marled 2025 Rollneck too! No one does affordable sweaters better than J. Crew.
I also love the color and style of this Cashmere Crew Cardigan from Reformation.ย ย
listening toโฆHair Myths, Hacks, Products to Use & the Truth Behind the Glam with Jen Atkin. This is a fun, easy listen for anyone who enjoys beauty!
dreaming of going toโฆRiga, Latvia, for its Christmas Markets. Did you know that the people of Riga claim they were the ones to invent the Christmas tree back in 1510? Looks so cute!
practicingโฆSoleus Pushups. When I injured my ankle, I immediately started working on healing it. Once the boot was removed, I began doing calf raises to strengthen the ankle. Apparently, this exercise you can do at your desk can burn fat and steady blood sugar! Who knew!
home of the weekโฆZooey Deschanel and Property Brother Jonathan Scottโs home in Manhattan. The space is so unique and so pretty. I love the kitchen.
alsoโฆAn inviting Cotswold house with gently layered interiors. Itโs very cozy.
everything in my cart (beauty)โฆThe Care & Detangling Hair Brush been loving this brush! I canโt decideonThe Essential Cherry Red. So pretty!
everything in my cart (high)โฆthe Jadey Cashmere Oversized V-neck Sweater from Reformation! This is so good and comes in such rich tones for fall and winter. Pair the navy sweater with this Veda Barrow Leather Low Waist Skirt (in mole suede).ย
A beautiful long belted coat in alpaca from Carven. Midnight navy is a big color trend this season!ย
For my mom, sheโd love this fringed cashmere wrap. I know sheโd wear it all day like a personal blanket! And that color looks so pretty on her, too! Fringe is another big trend right now.ย
taking notesโฆon these awesome dinner party host tips. Itโs that time of year to entertain. Love these tips. And you must read the comments too. SO many new ideas for entertaining this season. I would love it if you guys would share your dinner party tips. Itโs so fun to learn!ย
followingโฆImparfait Design Studio.ย
2. Spooky Halloween Treats!
Hocus Pocus Spellbook Brownies
Halloween Monster Mash Cookies
BOO! Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
3. Fall Entertaining โ Kitchen/Tableware.ย
4. Whatโs your best tip for a cozy home?
This time of year, I want the house to feel extra warm the second you step in from the cold. If I know guests are coming, I light a few candles and put on a simmer potโ with cider, cinnamon sticks, and warm spices. I use my holiday simmer-pot โrecipeโ on repeat all season.
I set out my favorite cozy (washable) Lola Blankets. And if I can, I have something fragrant and delicious baking in the oven (Holiday Chex Mix never fails). And, of course, a simple cheeseboard never hurts either.
If I had a fireplace (which I will in the new HBH Studio!), it would be crackling. And Iโd offer a warming cocktail like a Chai Espresso Martini.
My easiest tip: candles burning and a cozy fire. Nothing better!
What do you do to create a cozy home? Iโd love new ideas as we head into a busy holiday season!
5. Home Chef x HBH is back!ย
This is funโour Home Chef collab is back! Youโll find all of our past meals on the menu and a brand-new Thanksgiving side: Cheesy French Onion Scalloped Potatoes. Itโs our cozy, crowd-favorite take on a classicโrich, cheesy, oniony, and perfect for the holiday table.
Best part? No extra grocery run. Order for Thanksgiving week delivery, and dinner prep gets a little easier. Whether youโre hosting or bringing a side, this one travels well and steals the show.
We had so much fun creating it, and I know youโll love it.
Ready to plan? You can order the Thanksgiving side now (and schedule your weekly dinners) right on the Home Chef site.
Tell me your favorites from the HBH x Home Chef menuโand are you excited for the new Thanksgiving side? I canโt wait to hear what you think!
6. Inspiring Me.
7. Favorite Links.
30 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes You Can Get on Amazon
11 Haunted Castles for Spine-Tingling Supernatural Encounters This Halloween
All the Beauty Products Taylor Swift Used in Her Post-Eras Tour Bath Routine
The Best Halloween-Themed TV Episodes to Revisit Now
McGee Home Halloween Decor Tour
2025 Holiday Decorating Ideas That Will Get Your Wheels Turning
Design Notes | Embracing Winterโs Timeless Motifs
How To Decorate A Studio McGee-Style Christmas Tree
I Tried AI Personal Stylist โ everything it Picked Out for My Fall Wardrobe
13 of the Best Boutique Hotels for a Wedding Buyout
The Best Hotels in Venice, From Five-Star Grande Dames to Design Boutiques
The Only Recap Of Paneraโs Downfall You Needย
8. Fall Sweaters.
9. This Weekโs Dinners + Weekend Eats.
Monday:ย Dump + Bake Chicken Alfredo Noodle Casserole
Tuesday: Baked Chipotle Cheddar Sweet Potato Chowder
Wednesday: Mini Spaghetti Squash Lasagnas
Thursday: Broccoli Cheddar Casserole
Friday: Crockpot Creamy Tortellini Vegetable Soup
Saturday: Haunted Pumpkin Patch Margarita
Sunday:ย Salted Chocolate Caramel Apple Bark
And donโt missย 22 Comforting Crockpot Recipes
Nine Favorite Things
This post was originally published on October 19, 2025
Do you have a link to the LA book signing you can share? I couldโve sworn you were coming here but now I canโt find it anywhere! thank you!
Hi Allison,
So sorry, unfortunately I am no longer making a stop in LA! Thanks for asking. Have a great Monday!
Can you please bring back the thing at the top of each recipe page that says when a recipe has been updated? Iโd really appreciate it. Too hard for me to track the changes without it. Thank you so much
Hi Cristina,
Thanks so much for sharing this feedback, we will take this into consideration! Hope you are having a great Monday!
Hey Tieghan,
I always love reading your Nine Favorite Things thereโs always something to comment. While I love your recipes itโs a nice touch for Sundayโs to be a little different. Itโs kind of a smorgasbord something for everyone. Two things caught my eye. I see you like Gilmore Girls. It was one of my favorite things to watch when I was in college. It was also an excuse to go down to the hall and watch in one of the girls rooms I was friends with. Have you ever heard of Virgin River or watched it on Netflix? Itโs a must watch if you havenโt I love it!! Wow, I loved the article about Panera Bread. They used to be the gold standard of clean healthy options. To see how theyโve cut corners is sad but not surprising. Any chain that doesnโt prioritize healthy options and clean ingredients will almost never see my business. I try really hard to support all the small businesses out there especially in the economic times were in. Those big corporations donโt give a hoot about you and I. They will almost always put profits over people. What is your take do you agree with me? Iโd love to hear your thoughts.
Hi Mike,
Thanks for reading each week as always! Who doesnโt love Gilmore Girls am I right?! I have heard a lot about Virgin River, but Iโve never watched it. Iโll have to add that to my list. Yes, totally agree with you about the chain food options, I think eating local is a great option if you can do that and if not, cooking your own food is always best in my book! Have a great Monday!
I wanted to view the Home Chef meal pricing to see if itโs within my budget, but it looks as if Iโm not able to see any prices without first entering my info/selecting preferences. Am I doing something wrong? Just want to know the cost and if I canโt afford it I move on. Thanks
Hi Patty,
Thanks for asking! You are not doing anything wrong, you will have to enter your information and select your preferences to see prices as they can vary depending on how often you are getting meals delivered. I hope this helps!