416: Nine Favorite Things.

It’s here—Thanksgiving week!

How’s everyone feeling? Ready to go, or totally unprepared? What’s the vibe? If you’re stressed or anxious, just remember this: no one will care at the end of the night if you didn’t make every single dish on your list, or if the turkey wasn’t perfect. And if something goes completely sideways—because it happens to all of us—just pivot and keep going. There’s always takeout!

What people remember are the stories shared around the table, the warm, cozy atmosphere you create, and the good conversations that make the night special. Do what you can ahead of time, then give yourself grace on the big day. No Thanksgiving dinner is ever perfect—and that’s exactly what makes them memorable.

Embrace the imperfections, breathe, and remind yourself that a stressed host can shift the whole mood. Stay calm, be kind to yourself, and let yourself enjoy the night too. You deserve that as much as anyone at the table.

If you’re still planning, here’s my full menu and timeline—I hope it helps!

I’m really looking forward to this week, Thanksgiving, and all the holiday moments ahead. After a full week of travel and creating so much festive magic, I can’t wait to start sharing. I may have to include a few teaser photos below… I’m too excited not to!

New York was busy and magical. I truly love it there, and I’m excited to be back and forth throughout December. It’s going to be a full month of travel and fun projects I can’t wait for. The first half of the week was spent on set filming a holiday feature we’ll be sharing in December, then on Thursday we celebrated the launch—and incredible success—of our new Christmas candle, Merry Mint Mocha. The 6-ounce candle even sold out on launch day! If you haven’t ordered yours, the scent immediately brings to mind the beloved peppermint mocha. We debated naming it exactly that! Think peppermint cream with sea salt, vanilla marshmallow, cocoa shavings, and caramel swirl. It’s the coziest candle to burn all night while you cook, bake, and decorate this week.

The night was magical, and I’m so grateful for all the support and everyone who helped bring this candle to life. I hope you love it as much as I do. In my dream world, I’ll get to keep creating more candles—this Christmas scent might be my favorite yet… though Gingerbread, Pumpkin Smash, and Apple Cider Smash are close seconds.

I’m excited to spend this week at home, cooking for my family. For Thanksgiving night, I’m planning something special for the group I’m hosting this year. I love creating menus tailored to the people at the table—it makes the night feel so meaningful.

It’ll be a busy weekend, but I’m especially looking forward to decking the halls on Friday. My brother offered to cut down my Christmas tree this year, and I can’t wait! Now I just need him to hang the lights too—my least favorite task. Luckily, my dad or one of my brothers always steps in. They really are the best.

That’s all for today! Keep an eye out for some last-minute holiday dishes coming this week. And have the happiest Thanksgiving!!

1. Things I’m Loving.

if you need more side dishes, dive into this post…The Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes.

loving… the new Eterine wide-leg sweatpants and crewneck; both are so good. This is my travel look every single time I fly. And I sleep in this lounge pant every night. The softest material.

wanting… everything in cashmere from Guest in Residence. My sister, my mom, and I love their pieces. They always launch the best winter collections. I already ordered this Cross Country Bomber Jacket. Asher will be obsessed with these moon boots. Added to her Christmas list. This is the perfect holiday sweater, and this Grizzly Frankie Jacket is so cute!. And I want this Quilted Puffer Jacket.

everything in my cart (low)…the perfect cozy coat from Zara. I say this all the time, but Zara launches the best pieces. The winter launch is my favorite to date.

And the holiday pieces! A festive Satin Effect Dress and gorgeous Tailored Leather Coat With Fur that I would style with this Short Hair-On Leather Skirt, knit top, and boots, plus leather gloves too!

loving…The “Statement” fridge.

listening to…Friendship, Finding Love, and Living Your Truth.

also…Emma Grede: #1 Trick Successful People Use Every Day (THIS Will Open Doors You Didn’t Know Existed!).

ordered…a new stand mixer, I love the copper bowl!

shopping…pieces for my mom. Christmas is coming! I love getting her things she’d never get herself. Currently on my list, a beautiful wool and cashmere-blend zip-up cardigan. I know how soft this hand-knit sweater in silk chain yarn is, and she would adore it, but she hates it when I buy her expensive sweaters. So maybe something more like this J.Crew Fair Isle snowflake sweater in vintage wool.

Wool dresses are what you have to wear this winter. Mom would love this unique knit wool maxi dress layered with a cashmere scarf.

Lastly, a very cute, very cozy Cable Knit Puffer. Though I think she’d want a hood!

reading…Foundations: Timeless Design That Feels Personal by Nate Berkus.

wanting…even more Christmas decor.

everything in my cart (beauty)…I mentioned last week that I love the May Lindstrom skincare line. Here is what I am using: the botanical facial mist, then the youth dew serum, and right over that, their blue cocoon daily moisturizer. Their products aren’t cheap, but they are working so nicely for my skin. If you try just one thing, it should be the youth dew serum. It provides hydration and vitamins with 21 regenerating and indulgent plant and botanical oils. It’s really been keeping my skin hydrated.

And holiday nails! I’ve been having so much fun with holiday nails. I currently have the prettiest shade of red, it’s this CND “Bordeaux Babe”. So pretty! This OPI Star-zipan on the Tree is almost identical. Loving this evergreen color, this prettiest metallic brown, and shimmery red too.

sharing…HBH x Cynthia Rivas skincare Black Friday sale. Dropping TODAY! My good friend, Cynthia, a facialist in New York, is offering our HBH family 25% OFF all Cynthia Rivas Skin Care products with our exclusive promo code HBH25. You can shop all my favorites here. Plus FREE shipping on orders over $50!

watching…28 Holiday Movies Your Family Will Actually Agree on Watching

love this idea…phone free holidays.

everything in my cart (high)…festive Patent Leather Pumps from Khaite. I want to style these all December long.

following…Catherine Goetze – CatGPT. Cat is a new discovery. So I don’t know much, but I am curious! I love learning more about AI, and I love disconnecting from my phone, which is what her content focuses on.

2. My Top 9 Dishes to Serve This Week.

Thanksgiving Turkey Cheese Board

Whipped Goat Cheese Candied Bacon Dip

Salted Pretzel Honey Butter Biscuits

Salted Honey Butter Parker House Rolls

Shredded Brussels Sprout and Prosciutto Salad

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole with Sweet ‘n’ Savory Bacon Pecans

Herb and Butter Roasted Turkey with White Wine Pan Gravy

3. Holiday Hostess Gifts.

4. Anthro and Snif Discounts – just for you!

HBH x Snif

Use HALFBAKED2025 for 30% off the HBH collection (excluding Merry Mint Mocha), which is officially live! We’ve discounted all candles except our newest due to the high demand. The perfect hostess gift!

Anthropologie

Last day to use the code TIEGHAN30 for 30% off at Anthropologie. This is special for our HBH family before everything goes on sale Tuesday and sells out. So if you want to order anything, do so now! I pulled my favorites below!!

Also, spend $200 now to get $50 to use later for Holiday Gifting, 12/11 – 12/25.

5. Entertaining Tips and Tricks.