September Favorites: Food + Fun.
Uh, it may be cliche, but can I say YOU? The love that you’ve given me over Seriously Delish and the blast that I’ve had meeting you since Septmber 2nd has blown my mind. It’s for sure been the highlight of my MONTH!
This milk and cookies candle. AHHH! This thing smells so freaking good. I want to buy like fifty of them.
The coconut water juices from evolution fresh. I think these are both new (?) flavors, but I absolutely love the pineapple coconut version and the greens with coconut water. SO good.
When it comes to TV this month, I have to go with Masters of Sex. You probably can figure this out by my rants in Tuesday Things but oh man, I adore every single thing about this show, even the cringe worth moments. I think Michael Sheen and Janice Ian Lizzy Caplan are incredible. I could watch reruns of every episode for hours. And I certainly don’t want to wait another year for the new season. WAH.
The pumpkin noosa yogurt that’s exclusively at Target. I know I mentioned this last month but it’s been the only pumpkin thing I’ve been going a little nuts over. I’ve mixed it with nutella and a little bit of granola and holy cow… it’s really delicious.
The Ed Sheeran album. I also mentioned this a few weeks ago in my Tuesday Things and I know I’m incredibly behind on the entire thing, but I am absolutely love it. I’ve had it on repeat constantly and I think if Eddie hears one more song from the album he might toss my laptop out the window.
The nine west love fury shoes. I find these to be so crazy comfortable. They are fairly classic and the platform isn’t ridiculous. I’ve had the neon pink ones for over two years but recently got the black leather and the leopard print ones. They are shoes I can walk in for a few hours without my feet killing me.
Um, this smart scan backpack? Last year I started stealing Eddie’s backpack for travel because I didn’t have to remove my laptop for travel. Eventually I just got my own because he was sick of me taking his. I feel like a fourth grader walking around the airport but this has been a LIFESAVER when it comes to traveling, especially while pregnant. I load down my carry on bags and one shoulder will kill me for days – this way I can put my computer, ipad, any books, planner, camera and lens, snacks, scarves etc and the weight is somewhat evenly distributed. Once I tried the backpack carry on, I couldn’t go back. This isn’t the exact model that either of us have since his is a few years old and mine is about a year – but we found them at Staples and they are Swiss Army brand. They’re cheaper on amazon!
It’s a repeat too, but I still can’t get enough of the passionfruit la croix. UGH it is so, so good. Is this going to disappear for the winter? I could still find it a few weeks ago and stocked up. I guess it will be okay if they come out with an incredible winter flavor. And yes – I’ve tried the coconut – Â a few of you had asked me since I love coconut so much. I was kind of underwhelmed? This was like two years ago though, and I haven’t really wanted it since.
The amount of times I’ve talked about these kate spade small square stud earrings is ridiculous, but they have been favorites since I started doing favorites! They are the most perfect earrings and I think I have them in ten colors.
The recipe we’ve gone crazy over this month? These BBQ chicken french breads. They are single-handedly responsible for getting me to eat chicken again. And full of so much flavor.
Cherry Bombe, the magazine. I haven’t read any books this month, but I did discover Cherry Bombe when I spoke on a panel at the beginning of the month with the creator, Kerry. I ordered every issue because they are just to-die-for gorgeous and the type of magazine that’s basically a coffee table book – you never want to toss these! Plus the content is top notch.
Instead of reading on planes, I’ve mostly been listening to podcasts – but I’m still loving the Nerdist podcast because I have a crazy crush on Chris Hardwick and he talks to so many people that I watch on TV. I’ve also listened to almost all of Jess Lively’s podcasts over the last month.
The breathe tanks from athleta. I know I talked about these in my pregnancy update but I will love them forever even when I’m not pregnant. They have definitely taken over as my number one tank from the lululemon cool racerbacks. I also love love love this zip up.
This chocolate chip cookie recipe. Oh my gosh. It is perfection. Just do yourself a favor and have them frozen on hand for all time.
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33 Comments on “September Favorites: Food + Fun.”
Ughhh, why can’t Target be closer so I can get me that Noosa yogurt. My sister totally bought that Athleta top after your recommendation and loves it!
I love Jess Lively’s podcast and have listened to every episode too! In fact, yours was the very first one I found. :) That candle…. I NEED it!
Love Chris Hardwick!! Will have to listen to his podcast! Lindsay is obsessed with passion fruit and we a Bundaberg passion fruit soda at world market that you might like! So glad you like the cookies…I guess now you understand why I’m OBSESSED with them? Hehe
The pineapple coconut has been around for a little bit, but I haven’t seen the greens & coconut. Where do you get these? I only see these juices at Starbucks and have been keeping my eye out for the greens & coconut because I’ve been dying to have it but it’s never there. I know Whole Foods has them too but my Whole Foods is a hike away, any other stores?
i get mine at whole foods – which is also about 30+ minutes away. i’m pretty sure they are only in whole foods and starbucks??
I just got into Podcasts this year and I have been listening to all of Jess’ as well. I will have to check out the Nerdist. And I know you didn’t mention SOA in this but I’m assuming you watched it and OMG!! I think I need to start taking a Xanax before each episode.
I neeeed to get the ed sheeran CD …. There are very few albums that I actually buy … but his. HOOOMMYYGAAWWDD .. yes!
Nutella in my Pumpkin Noosa!? I can’t even… I didn’t think I could get more obsessed!
I want that candle. Stat. I love food candles!
Oh my goodness you must listen to the Joy the Baker podcast. It is hilarious!
Noosa is a game changer. And those pumps!!
Have you tried the Orange Vanilla Polar seltzer. It’s tastes like a creamsicle and it’s awesome.
OMG that Milk and Cookies candle is the absolute best smelling candle my nose ever came into contact with!!
Squeeze some lime into the coconut La Criox – game changer, I promise!
I second this! Lime is the key to the Coconut La Croix!
interesting!! thanks!
I need that pumpkin noosa and that milk and cookies candle! Have you ever tried the plain “Milk” scent (I think it’s by K. Hall) reed diffuser or candle? It’s the weirdest name for the most delightfully sweet scent! If you ever see it at a store, smell it! It’s incredible and one of my favorites for this time of year!
i have not… and now i NEED it!
oh, so many (awesome) things:
1. Have your cookbook, and it is amazing….coming from someone who actually kind of hates cookbooks. I read that you like re-hydrating beans your self (preach! me too, sister!) and my grandma just gave me an amazing tip: once they’re soft from boiling, shock them and let them sit a minute or two in super cold water; this will firm up the skins and they won’t split. We make a lot of barlotti beans and just eat them with oil and vinegar and it’s a huge change. love grandmas!!
2. have y’all listened to the new Blake album yet? Benn dying to get my hands on; I am having a huge Blake love affair.
3. Nine West heels are my favourite in the whole wide world! Keep an eye out at TJMaxx, I’ve found 2 pairs there, so much cheaper, obvs.
4. the bbq chicken french breads are perfect; we’ve made them for easy friday night supper for the last 2 weeks
Love everything about the list Jessica!
I’m always looking for new podcasts! Any other suggestions?
I always end up buying a ton of stuff after I see your faves lol, i’m off to buy some candles now :)
Ah! The Kate Spade earrings, thanks for the reminder! I have been meaning to get a pair (or two) and keep forgetting so thank you!
And the pumps – love! I never look at Nine West, thank you for putting it back on my radar!
The new show on Network tv that i’m loving is “Forever.” It’s totally nuts and the premise is a little scifi, but you you totally need to backtrack for the backstory. It’s totally going to crash or burn How many times did I say totally? I’ll give it a few weeks. I am rooting for their success.
Do you know about Kendra Scott jewelry? If you like those Kate Spade earrings, you will love Kendra Scott earrings and the style is so timeless and I wear mine with everything! You will have to check out the “color bar”, where you can design your own and there a million options :) They have a bunch of specialty boutiques but you can buy online.
http://www.kendrascott.com/
I feel ya on the coconut la croix. It’s just not very good. They have a cherry lime flavor at target too that is amazing.
Jess! Today while at my local grocery store I happened to srumble on a new product that I thought you may love/be excited for! Califa farms that has the best almond milk now makes an almond milk creamer! I can’t wait to try it in my coffee tomorrow!
That pumpkin noosa yogurt is amazing!
Also, I just went to Target today and found Apricot and Mango La Croix. Haven’t tried them yet but I’m excited!
OMG! I finally found someone who shares my obsesaion with nerdist podcast and major crush on chris hardwick! Hes so adorable! This makes you even more awesome …..I already knew ypu were insanely awesome thats why I love your blog
1. why did my stores only get apricot and mango la croix?!?! I want to try the passionfruit!!!
2. my anthro didn’t have the candle!! ok i’m whining big time
3. that pumpkin noosa! totally my fav. I eat it mixed with the pumpkin spice whipped jif pb and topped with granola and sometimes grapes (don’t know why grapes work here but they do)
4. janice ian!!!
5. i bought the first issue of cherry bombe and loved it and then my b&n never carried it again! boo
In Sweden, or at least Stockholm, almost everyone wears a backpack these days, it hip now haha! I like it because I don’t need to feel that geeky with my backpack anymore… :)
The swedish backpack style:
http://www.amazon.com/Fjallraven-Kanken-Daypack-Ox-Red/dp/B002P0O9Y6/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1412620692&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=kånken
http://www.sandqvist.net/sv/sandqvist-stig-bla.html?grp=2217080
Milk and Cookies candle is on sale! Just a heads up :)
I have a pair of those studs in a pretty, bright green.