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Nine Favorite Things. Hey everyone! How are you all? Wow, it’s mid-November already, and Thanksgiving is only a week away! This means it is cookbook launch week! After nearly three years of creating this cookbook, I canโ€™t believe this week is here! I am off to New York today to kick off the book tour and start the first week of press. We have some exciting opportunities happening this week. I am so excited!

I start this week bright and early in New York, then head to DC. From DC, itโ€™s on to Atlanta, then home for Thanksgiving!!

I truly couldnโ€™t be more excited about it all, but Iโ€™m nervous, too. Putting out another cookbook is nerve-racking. Youโ€™d think by the 4th book, Iโ€™d have this all down. But I feel more nervous this time around than any other! Itโ€™s wacky, but I’m sure everything will be amazing. Iโ€™m a lucky girl to get to travel to meet many of you!

This past week was busy, too! I headed to Napa for a special photoshoot and had a quick two-night stay at the lovely Stanly Ranch. If you ever get to Napa, I would highly recommend the resort. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating, and the grounds are simply stunning!

Our photoshoot went so well, and Iโ€™m excited to share what weโ€™re working on soon! I think it will be something you’ll all enjoy! Keep your eyes peeled for clues!

From Napa, I flew into New York late on Wednesday and had some drama with my baggage. Always so much fun, right!? This was a very last-minute trip into the city. I attended the Amazon Holiday Soirรฉe with our Amazon family. It really got me into the holiday spirit!! They had the cutest station set up for me, along with the new cookbooks. I felt very well-loved. It was a great event! Amazon really is making holiday shopping easier than ever! Make sure you check out all my Amazon gift guides!

I flew home on Friday for a quick two nights because I just really needed to be home, even if quickly, ahead of this week. As much as I love all of this travel, I’m still a homebody at heart!

This is such a special time. I feel really lucky to have these opportunities!

Thatโ€™s all for this week โ€“ lots of holiday excitement in the air mixed with so much cookbook excitement. It’s a BIG week!

1. Things Iโ€™m Loving, Wanting, and Excited to Try.

sipping…my Apple-Vanilla Chai Hot Toddy from Quick & Cozy! Featured here on Camille Styles.

planning…Thanksgiving! In case you missed it, I shared our 2024 menu here. So many dishes to make this year! What’s going to be on your menu?

loving for momโ€ฆshe NEEDS this grizzly belted brushed-cashmere coat from our favorite cashmere brand, Guest In Residence. Also, this ribbed striped merino wool-blend jumpsuit would be great for winter layering. I’m so into the red shade for the holidays!ย And then, I definitely need to find a look-alike to thisย Alpe Pile Turtleneck because it is so cute, and I know she would be obsessed with it.ย Here it is in blue too. It’s too pricy, but wow so cute and cozy!

giftingโ€ฆlooking for the perfect gift for someone who loves to travel? Theย Auberge Resorts gift card is perfect! I stayed at Stanly Ranch while in Napa and was so impressed. They do a great job, and the staff was so friendly and helpful!

everything in my cart (low)โ€ฆI need to order these Swedish Stockings via Reformation. Perfect for the cold weather and really cute!

From Zara…loving their jackets this season! Especially this cute Quilted Corduroy Jacketย  and then this Corduroy Jacket as well! Zara has such awesome winter picks. Love thisย Fleece Biker Jacket too.

listening to…GUEST SERIES | Dr. Matt Walker: The Science of Dreams, Nightmares & Lucid Dreaming. My brother Kai sent this to me this week. He said it’s super fascinating, and I should listen when I get the time. I’ve already started it, and I’m looking forward to hearing more. It was an interesting topic!

also listening toโ€ฆSabrina Elba on Empowering Beauty and Confidence, Building Her Brand and Embracing Self-Love.

dreaming of going to…Falkensteiner Schlosshotel-Velden. My parents are staying here while they watch my brother Red compete at the Big Air Klagenfurt. The hotel looks beautiful!

ordering…I finally need to invest in an electric tea kettle for my hot water. I’m going to get this Electric Tea Kettle in Matte Black during the Crate and Barrel Black Friday sale!

loving for the holidays…the bow nail trend. It’s so cute and festive. What a fun idea for nails!

shoppingโ€ฆcozy J.Crew pajamas. They have the comfiest sets this time of year.

Sending holiday cards! My mom used to send out the cutest holiday cards every December, and I want to start that tradition again. These are really cute, and theย Moon Pig templates makeย it easy!

everything in my cart (beauty)โ€ฆso many Black Friday beauty sales to start shopping. A few items on my list! The Victoria Beckham Beauty Portofino ’97 Golden Shimmer Body Oil. And I LOVE this cute Grande Heirloom Claw Clip from Machete and definitely this cute Embroidered Pure Silk Pillowcase from Slip. I need to start traveling with my own pillowcase!

Oh, and I need to mention this festive Vanilla Vacation Set from Josie Maran. I love their body butter! Sharing some more below because there are so many good ones!

watchingโ€ฆA Day With Kaia Gerber. Such a cute video! I love these Vogue edits.

wantingโ€ฆthis 100pc Shatter-Resistant Round Christmas Tree Ornament Set. Picking this up at Target. The set comes in some fun, festive colors too! I LOVE holiday decor.

everything in my cart (high)โ€ฆthese Pradaย Shearling Booties are SO cute. They’d be a great gift for anyone who loves to be COZY. And I love the color of thisย Sanza Wool-Blend Coat from Staud – it’s on sale too! And last, I love this Detachable Warmer Cotton Parka from Burberry.

followingโ€ฆAriel Dearie flowers. Such pretty bouquets!

2. Easy dinner to make this week.

One Hour One Pot Coq au Vin | halfbakedharvest.com One Hour One Pot Coq au Vin Cider Braised Pot Roast with Crispy Sage Butter Potatoes | halfbakedharvest.com Cider Braised Pot Roast with Crispy Sage Butter Potatoes Creamy Pierogi Chicken Soup with Rosemary Bacon | halfbakedharvest.com Creamy Pierogi Chicken Soup with Rosemary Bacon Crockpot Thai Short Ribs with Coconut Rice | halfbakedharvest.com Crockpot Thai Short Ribs with Coconut Rice Creamy White Chicken Chili | halfbakedharvest.com Creamy White Chicken Chili Creamy Balsamic Mushroom Chicken Marsala | halfbakedharvest.com Creamy Balsamic Mushroom Chicken Marsala Crockpot Buffalo Chicken and Broccoli | halfbaedharvest.com Crockpot Buffalo Chicken and Broccoli Smothered Chicken in Mushroom Wine Pan Sauce | halfbakedharvest.com Smothered Chicken in Mushroom Wine Pan Sauce Cider Braised Short Ribs with Caramelized Onions

3. Favorite Hostess Gifts.

4. A Breville Giveaway + a Book Tour Reminder!

The new cookbook, HBH Quick & Cozy, is almost here! I am so excited to share this cookbook with you all! For all of you who have preordered the book, you can enter your order information here for a chance to win my favorite espresso maker from Breville. Weโ€™re giving away two espresso machines. The giveaway is open until the launch day, next Tuesday, November 19th!

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A Quick & Cozy Book Tour Reminder

As mentioned above, the cookbook is out this Tuesday, and you all, that means it’s time for the BOOK TOUR. I’m resharing the information here one last time in case anyone is still interested in purchasing tickets! SO EXCITED to meet you all soon! We’re going to have some fun!

The dinner is sold out, but we are trying not to cap the signingsโ€”grab tickets to the signing nearest to you!

all detailed information is below and can be found here too

Tour Dates

11/18 – New York, NY

11/19 – Short Hills, NJ

11/21 – Washington, DC

11/22 – Atlanta, GA

11/30 – Austin, TX

12-1 – Houston, TX

12/2 – Dallas, TX

12/11 – Nashville, TN

12/12 – Chicago, IL The Table At Crate Dinner

12/13 – Chicago, IL

5. Early Amazon Black Friday Sales.

6. Napa and New York – in photos.

Amazon AND Barnes & Noble Best Books of 2024!ย 

So cool!

Barnes and Noble Best Books of 2024ย 

Napa

New Yorkย 

7. Favorite links Iโ€™m Loving.

8. Early Nordstrom Black Friday Sale Styles.

9. This Weekโ€™s Dinners + Weekend Eats.

One Pot White Chicken Chili Mac and Cheese | halfbakedharvest.com

Monday: One Pot White Chicken Chili Mac And Cheese

Sweet Potato Bacon Salad with Warm Cider Dressing | halfbakedharvest.com

Tuesday: Sweet Potato Bacon Salad with Warm Cider Dressing

Creamy Gnocchi Soup with Rosemary Bacon | halfbakedharvest.com

Wednesday: Creamy Gnocchi Soup with Rosemary Bacon

Salted Sage Honey Butter Brioche Rolls | halfbakedharvest.com

serve with:ย Salted Sage Honey Butter Brioche Rolls

Crockpot Short Rib Bourguignon | halfbakedharvest.com

Thursday: Crockpot Short Rib Bourguignon

Crockpot Fondue Mashed Potatoes | halfbakedharvest.com

serve with: Fondue Mashed Potatoes

One Pan 4 Cheese Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta Bake | halfbakedharvest.com

Friday: One Pan 4 Cheese Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta Bake

Smoky Apple Cider Paloma | halfbakedharvest.com

Saturday:ย Smoky Apple Cider Paloma (w/Mocktail)

Salted Pretzel Praline Cookies | halfbakedharvest.com

Sunday: Salted Pretzel Praline Cookies

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  1. Your cookbook arrived today, and it’s beautifully done, Tigehan! I love the table of contents with the different categories. Yeah, Seafood!! I had planned to make prawns for dinner tonight, and I quickly found a fun and easy recipe: Sheet Pan Lemon Shrimp with Broccoli. It was delicious, super fast, and full of flavorโ€”deserving of 5 stars! The book is user-friendly, filled with wonderful, inspiring pictures, and well-organized. This evening, I look forward to sitting down with a cup of tea and reading it cover to cover! This is a book that will be used often.

    1. Aww, thanks so much, Kym! I am so glad you are loving the cookbook:) I appreciate your support and kindness! Have the best weekend! xT

  2. Great post, as always.

    Just received your new book! As my daughter would say, itโ€™s absolutely banging! So many recipes I want to try, Iโ€™m not even sure how to choose which one first! Well done Teighan and your team, thank you for a fabulous fourth book for my HBH collection. ๐Ÿ˜Š.

    Have a terrific launch week! Xx

    1. Hey Kelly-Jane,
      Thanks for your kind message today! LOL love this:) I appreciate you ordering the book and hope you both love it. Have the best week! Let me know what you make first! xT