Nine Favorite Things. - Half Baked Harvest

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Hi everyone! Iâm so excited to be back here this week. I’m feeling extra grateful for the community we have here, the love I see daily for the recipes, and even these Sunday Favorite’s posts!

I just got back from dinner in NYC. We went to Chez Margaux and had the nicest time! While at dinner, I was telling a good friend about some things I want to be leaning into and focusing on. He reminded me that while itâs great to have new ideas, wants, and desires, I should reflect on and appreciate what we’ve already built and not play it down. He reminded me that it’s OK to lean back into the cooking. I don’tÂ always have to feel like I need to be looking for new ways to grow!

It was a nice reminder that what we’ve already built is pretty amazing. A lot of times, I can go, go, go. Finishing up one thing, then immediately wanting to jump right on to the next. But I need to take more time and appreciate what we have, which is this HUGE, wonderful community! It’s so special.

One thing I might want to explore leaning into more is sharing more behind-the-scenes video content with you all. When I’m home, the cooking is great, but when I travel, I’ve noticed many requests for day-in-the-life style videos, so that could be really fun! It is very out of my comfort zone and something I need to work really hard at making myself do, but I kind of love the idea!

Anyway, just some random thoughts for a little late-night writing. It’s nice to simply chit-chat with you all!

I’m here in New York one more night before I hop over to Austin for Create & Cultivate. I’m so excited and honored to be speaking on Sunday; I can’t wait! I have a couple of dinners planned in Austin too, so that will be nice!

I’ll be spending one more day in New York, working on a new project that feels so exciting, plus another project that’s a long time out but that I truly know you’ll love!! This project DOES have to do with food. But what we worked on today is totally different and will launch this fall! WhahOOO!!!

Below, I’m sharing more behind-the-scenes photos of the studio renovation. It’s really coming along! Other than that, just another fun Sunday Favorites post packed with lots of spring finds! Are you excited for spring? It’s coming up fast! And yesterday marked the end of daylight savings – I’m here for the longer days and more sunshine! It is time!

Have the best Sunday everyone!

1. Things Iâm Loving, Wanting + Excited to Try.

questionâ¦what’s your coffee order/morning drink? I do an Americano with too many extra shots of espresso (I’m also loving Kion coffee beans). My dad does the same. My mom has hot cacao every morning with raw goat milk, cacao, and honey. She’s always drank hot cacao, never coffee. So what is your order?

loving…The Latest AlaÃ¯a Collection. Can’t wait for the fall 2025 collection to hit stores. Alaia pieces are some of my favorites this season.

everything in my cart (low)â¦theseÂ wide-leg sweatpants are perfect for work-from-home days and or hectic travel days.

from Zara, a staple leather maxi shopper bag and cuteÂ bustier top.

ordering…Women’s Cashmere Sock Shoe. Well, thinking about it. These look so cozy that it might be worth the price!

staple sweater…theÂ Jadey Cashmere Oversized V-neck Sweater.

watching…Running Point, now available on Netflix. The show is packed with twists, turns, romance, and plenty of family drama. Kate Hudson looks super cute in the trailer, and people are loving the series!

listening toâ¦

taking notes…Low-Effort Style Hacks to Look Put-Together on Our Laziest Days.

finds for the homeâ¦the icon juice glass from Anthro in shamrock is cute for St.Patricks Day. I love this collection, so many fun icons. Which one is your favorite? I love the bows, the chili peppers (for a margarita), and the horseshoe is fun too.

also, for the home…the scalloped edge plates I use a lot are now on Etsy.Â You can also shop the entire collection here. These checkered mugs are fun. And if you need a new duvet cover, this cotton cover is highly recommended.

cookingâ¦tortilla soup because even though we are being teased with spring weather at times, there are days like today when it’s 32 degrees and CHILLY.

my spring break dream…Easter in Palm Beach with lots of sunshine, palm trees, and a glazed ham for Easter dinner. I need to try something new.

everything in my cart (beauty)â¦ I mentioned this splurge last week. Dr. DiamondâsÂ Metacine InstaFacial Collection is becoming a new favorite of mine.Â I’ve been using theÂ Instafacial Collection Infusion as the final step of skincare over my moisturizer and have noticed a brightening in my skin when I wake up. This is a pricey product, so I will keep updating you the longer I use it! I do want to pick up the full collection to try as well!

for nails, these spring colors are pretty. I just did this milky lavender and love it.

and on my lips, I’ve been using the LUST: Gloss from PAT McGRATH LABS. This comes in so many pretty shades.

watchingâ¦Kendall Jenner Gets Ready for the Vanity Fair Oscar Party.

fun readingâ¦Saddle Up: 17 Steamy Cowboy Romances You Wonât Be Able To Put Down. You guys loved last week’s hockey romances, so this week, it’s cowboys!

everything in my cart (high)â¦this beautiful Crochet Wool & Cashmere Zip Cardigan. I just found it for 30% off on Amazon!

cute gifting…Ocana Bread Basket Set. Bake up fresh beer bread, homemade naan, my favorite homemade tortillas, or honey butter brioche rolls, then fill the basket and send them off to friends. This is a cute Easter idea too!

favorite Oscars looks… from the Oscars: I loved love Cynthia Erivo in a Custom Louis Vuitton dress and Roberto Coin jewelry. Monica Barbaro looked really pretty in a Custom Christian Dior dress. And then, Ariana GrandeÂ was so cute as always with her âTribute to Ozâ looks.

and from the after parties, I liked ZoÃ« Kravitz inÂ Saint Laurent dress and shoes. Also loved Lisa’s look. Both Asher and I thoughtÂ Kaia Gerber looked so pretty in her Valentino S/S 97 dress. Who did you like?

2. My Favorite Recipes to Make in March.

25 Minute Banh Mi Rice Bowls

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Baked Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast

Black Pepper Chicken and Bacon Quesadillas with Avocado Basil Ranch

Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies

Skillet Chicken Fajitas with Creamy JalapeÃ±o Verde Sauce

Crockpot Crispy Chicken Tinga Tacos with Avocado JalapeÃ±o Crema

3. Home for spring.

4. Studio Update – mostly photos.

I have a design meeting in LA coming up. I’m slowly starting to put together a post for you all. I’ve never done this, so I’m not exactly sure how or what to share! What’s best for you all?

I finally have more studio photos to share because we’re really making progress!! I’m so excited! It’s going to be beautiful!

This is the new entryway

The new pantry! I think I’m most excited about this room!

It’s going to be so pretty!

Above are the cabinets

New hardware is going in!

The kitchen!

The upstairs office

More to come! Let me know what style of content will be best for sharing this project! What are the exact things you’re looking to know?

5. A new Sunday night routine.

You have to read this post: My Marriage is Stronger Than Ever Thanks to This Sunday Night Routine. This sounds like an amazing idea. Yes, this article is about strengthening your marriage, but as someone who is part owner of a business, I love this idea for business partners to help their business and partnership thrive even more.

I know that if I implemented this strategy with my mom, we’d work together so much more seamlessly. I’m going to figure out a way to do this that will work best for us.