Greetings from my kitchen table and a very rainy Friday morning. I don’t love rain, but fine, I’ll deal with it for today. I’ve heard it’s going to be a nice weekend so let’s just push through the drizzle, have a great dinner at home tonight, and then wake up bright and early to enjoy the sunshine tomorrow.

While you’re home watching the raindrops, and most likely curled up on the couch wearing all of the cozy things, why not read the new Buffet? Perfect for rainy days (sunny ones, too) when you have nowhere to go (of course) and nothing urgent to do. That is actually a pretty good feeling, isn’t it?

Have a great weekend! Please wear a mask.

READ

So what you’re saying is that it’s prime-time to open my bakery…

Turns out finding the perfect Chef’s Knife is as difficult to find as determining a perfect skincare routine. It’s all so personal!

A helpful makeup tip for when you’re out wearing a mask.

We’re all working, but are you also finding time to do something you’re passionate about? Something that really brings you joy? Maybe it’s time to make time for that, too.

COOK

The chill is back and it’s time for soup! Thinking we’ll need to make this roasted butternut squash soup very, very soon.

Suddenly craving this one-pot kimchi and squash mac and cheese. Dinner tonight?

The cold is sticking around so how about this cheesy roasted cauliflower soup, which I’d love for lunch today.

Just realized we have a bunch of kale in the fridge so we may as well make this sun dried tomato and kale pasta immediately.

And for dessert….let’s make these salted caramel pretzel blondies.

DINE

Support your local restaurants and order takeout! Contactless pickup is often available or have it delivered. Sometimes you need a night off from cooking!

I have a few restaurant guides, but I’d recommend checking the takeout guide first. ;)

SHOP

Note: my 2020 holiday gift guide will arrive in early December. :)

Sale alert! Madewell is offering $25 off cashmere and I really like this sweater.

Pajamas (and a lot more) are on sale at J.Crew right now… wow. Great deals abound.

If you’re in the mood to start holiday shopping, then check out Julia’s guide over on Lemon Stripes. It is overflowing with awesome ideas.

I love these ankle-height winter boots. Much easier to throw on than the knee-high ones. And wearable with all types of pants!

The results are in and I really love this SK-II Facial Treatment Essence. It would make a great gift. ;)

Enjoy!

Mollie