412: Nine Favorite Things.

Adding this on Monday! I can’t believe I forgot to mention in my intro yesterday — our brand-new partnership with Drinks officially launched this weekend! We’ve been working for months to curate a beautiful collection of wines that we hope you’ll love. Now we finally have a collection of wines to pair with HBH recipes all season long — entertaining made easy!

You can read more in Favorite #5 below, or click the Shop HBH Holiday Wines tab on the HBH toolbar to explore the collection now!

Back to yesterday’s post…

Travel weeks are always so different from my weeks spent at home. I love them the most, though, because even though parts of traveling can be hard for me — and I definitely have to push through moments that feel uncomfortable or give me a lot of anxious energy — I always look back feeling so grateful I did. There’s something about stepping outside my comfort zone that always leaves me inspired in new ways.

I’m about halfway through this two-ish week stretch of travel and feeling so happy about everything that’s come together so far. New York was amazing — a little crazy, but so creatively fulfilling. I can’t wait to share more with you soon…you won’t have to wait long!

It’s been one of those trips with very little downtime, but that’s just New York energy! You land in the city and suddenly there’s this burst of inspiration and excitement that makes you want to keep going and creating nonstop. I love it so much.

To quickly recap — Monday was a whirlwind of meetings (thankfully some on the phone!) and organizing for a big two-day photoshoot. Tuesday and Wednesday were full shoot days, followed by events both nights. Tuesday night, I went to the Anniversary movie premiere to support a friend, did a quick red carpet, then headed back to the hotel to catch up on emails and change for dinner. We went to The Corner Store — always such a fun spot with great food!

Wednesday was similar — long but so exciting. We wrapped the shoot late, and I left absolutely exhausted but so happy to see my mood boards and vision come to life. I regrouped back at the hotel, changed, and went to dinner at Scarpetta NYC with a good friend. I’ve been wanting to try it for a while, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The pastas were incredible! And while I was expecting a big slice of chocolate cake for dessert, the little mini version that came out was honestly so good. I can’t wait to go back and try more!

It was the perfect way to end the day. I always get a second wind of energy at night, so I’m writing this now from the plane — headed to Dallas, then LA for the first two Williams-Sonoma events. I’m so excited to officially kick off our fall and holiday events — we’re going to have so much fun!

Next Sunday it will be November, which is crazy! What are you all doing for Halloween this year? Is anyone having a chili dinner? That’s definitely my plan!

That’s all for today — wishing you the spookiest, most frightful Halloween weekend ahead!

1. Things I’m Loving.

cooking…Chili Cornbread Casserole. Love this recipe!

everything in my cart (low)…honestly, these are expensive for tights, but I do love these Wolford tights in soft cacao. The color is so pretty, and Wolford always has the best quality tights and undergarments. You could style this cute Lioness navy sweater over them for a cozy look.

I want to order this Half Zip Pullover in the color, twig combo. Super cute for layering right now.

listening to…How To Heal Naturally, Strengthen Your Immune System, & Stop Getting Sick Ft. Carly Kremer Of Beekeeper’s Naturals

ordered…this insulated bakeware carrier for carrying holiday dishes from my kitchen to friends’ homes for dinner! This is the perfect carrier!

loving…this pretty lace top from Reformation is a great layering piece for holiday looks.

shopping…for mom! I desperately want to get her these brushed-cashmere mittens from Lisa Lang. She will love these!

wanting…a very pretty Ottoman. I love this rich Faux Mohair color! I think this would be so pretty in my house.

for Christmas…if you love a more classic vintage look, you might love this tree skirt I found on Lulu and Georgia! So pretty in all colors.

everything in my cart (beauty)…I really want to try the Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask. Not going to lie, I was sucked in by the name, but the product has the best reviews! The pumpkin enzymes provide exfoliation to smooth the skin’s surface. Chemical peels help reveal younger, radiant skin, and aluminum oxide crystals polish the skin’s surface to help improve the look of uneven texture.

wanting…Foliage Nails. These shades are so pretty! Very into the fall colors. The spiced orange nails are cute for right now, just ahead of Halloween! I love the chestnut brown for November. So great for Thanksgiving! And then the deep red, the burgundy, and the forest green for December. The prettiest!

everything in my cart (high)…an incredible suede jacket I love the espresso shade.

This is the prettiest handmade cashmere cape. I love this piece, but I know my mom will love it too! This would be a really thoughtful Christmas gift for anyone. We all love cashmere! And this style is so chic!

following…Molly Kidd Studio. She has some cute interiors. Check out her kitchens if you prefer a more basic design. Very pretty.

2. Top November Recipes from Years Past.

Brown Sugar Roasted Honeynut Squash

Brown Sugar Maple Pecan Cookie Pie

Salted Sage Honey Butter Brioche Rolls

Thanksgiving Cranberry Cobbler Punch

Easy Chipotle Cheddar Beef Chili

Skillet Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Pot Pie

Crockpot Fondue Mashed Potatoes

Crockpot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Lasagna Soup

Cranberry Bourbon Sour

Cider Braised Pot Roast with Crispy Sage Butter Potatoes

Smothered Chicken in Mushroom Wine Pan Sauce

Crockpot Creamy Coconut Chicken Tikka Masala

Shaved Brussels Sprout Candied Bacon Salad

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken and Broccoli

Creamy Pierogi Chicken Soup with Rosemary Bacon

3. Early Holiday Gifting.

stocking stuffers

4. Teasers: Photo Sneaky Peeks.

Sharing just a tiny glimpse of what we’ve been working on below! I’m keeping most of it under wraps for now, but everything will be coming to the website so soon. I honestly can’t wait to share more with you all!

5. Excited to Share: DRINKS.

Our first-ever wine collection has officially arrived — just in time for the holiday entertaining season! I’m so happy to share these beautifully curated bottles and sets, perfect for festive dinner parties, cozy nights in with friends, or a quiet Friday evening by the fire with a side of cheese and crackers.

Every other week, I’ll be sharing a new recipe paired with one of the wines from our collection. Each pairing has been thoughtfully chosen by me, with help from the incredible sommeliers at DRINKS. I’m so excited to finally bring this feature to life. It’s something so many of you have been asking for!

For me, sharing delicious food and entertaining have always been about creating a warm, welcoming night for my guests. Now you can easily find my favorite clean wine collections to enjoy alongside your most-loved recipes.

Tap the Shop tab on the HBH toolbar to discover our first-ever collection of wines — perfect for easy, effortless entertaining this season!

6. Gingerbread Smash is BACK!

Currently burning our entire HBH x Snif candle collection!

All three candles are finally back in stock — including everyone’s favorite holiday scent, Gingerbread Smash!

This is the gingerbread candle to have burning this season. It smells like fresh gingerbread, spiced chai, and frothy vanilla all baked into one deliciously cozy scent. It’s that warm, home-for-the-holidays fragrance that makes your whole house smell like you’ve been baking all day (without ever turning on the oven).

And if you’re heading out the door to a dinner party, grab a candle for gifting — everyone loves a holiday candle, and these make the perfect hostess gift!

I’m curious — of all three candles, Pumpkin Smash, Apple Cider, and Gingerbread Smash — which one is your favorite?

7. Favorite Links.

Weekend Escapes: The Best Countryside Boutique Hotels Near NYC, Paris, London, and Milan

A Guide to Wedding After-Party Planning and Etiquette

Is Your Open-Concept Floor Plan Not Working For You Anymore? Here Are 4 Ways On How to Fix It 

How To Mix-And-Match Dining Seating

The Gable House | Project Reveal 

20 Products to Help You Get Your Pumpkin Spice Fix This Season

The Cheapest Time to Book Holiday Travel This Year

What Will Homes Look Like in 2026? Zillow Has Ideas

I Finally Stepped Off the Hot Girl Hamster Wheel—And You Can, Too

The Mood Boosting Diet: Here’s Your Feel-Good Grocery List

8. Nordstrom Fall Sales.

9. This Week’s Dinners + Weekend Eats.

Monday: One Pot Creamy Italian Lasagna Soup

Tuesday: 30 Minute Indian Chicken Sweet Potato Curry

Wednesday: Creamy Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup

Thursday: Crockpot Chipotle Queso Chicken Chili

Friday: Red Wine Braised Pot Roast

Saturday: Enchanted Graveyard Pomegranate Punch

Sunday: Salted Caramel Apple Rice Krispie Treats

And don’t miss: 36 Easy Fall Desserts – Pumpkin, Apple & More!