things I love: part 2

Round two, here we go!

*photo from andytownsf.com

Shore Leaf Hook

I love Andytown's beans, supporting a local business and helping others, so the fact that purchasing my FAVORITE bag of beans from them right now means they'll donate to a local charity makes my heart sing. With every bag of Shore Leaf Hook beans purchased in November, they'll donate $1 to St. Anthony's Foundation. St. Anthony's has been nourishing fellow San Franciscans who are most in need for 70 years. Read more about this here. I recommend snagging a bag from the coffee shop and having them grind it for you so you can bask in the glorious smell of freshly ground beans and have it ready to go for you in the morning before you come move with me. 🙃 If you buy them online use code: WFH20 for 20% off!

Sheet-Pan Chicken

Because the sun sets at an ungodly hour, we've decided to try making at least one new delicious recipe each week in our casa on la playa. I bring you this week's success: sheet-pan chicken with chickpeas, cumin and turmeric. Go heavy on the onions - they get super crispy and are absolutely glorious. 

Vera Skin Studio

I feel super fortunate to have crossed paths with Yoli, a beyond lovely human who was the resident esthetician at The Assembly many months ago when life was a bit more normal. She opened her very own skincare studio named Vera in the mission six months before shelter in place started. She helped me understand how I can treat my skin with cleaner products, and helped me navigate what i can do to keep my skin feeling and looking better. Before her I truly had no idea what I was doing, and well, I'm in my thirties now so it's time to take extra good care of this skin. I had the yummiest facial (my first one ever) from Yoli on Friday and I can't recommend connecting with her and supporting her small business enough. She's a true gem.

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things I love: part 1

I've started sharing a few things I've loved over the past week in my newsletter. I've decided to start logging those babies here as well, so I hope you find these tips to lead you to things you love too.

The Reversible Mat

It's always hard to let go of a worn in mat, so when I finally had enough of my old mat peeling, I went for this Lululemon mat. I could not be more stoked on how sticky it is - I never feel like I am going to slip! While it may seem pricey, prior to this one, I had the same mat for four years - so I’d call it a worthy investment. I chose the 5mm, because although it's a tad heavy to tote around, it's easier on the wrists while practicing than the 3mm.

Very Soft Hoodie

Traveler is a surf club in Pacifica that also sells a beautifully curated selection of the best goodies, such as this lovely hoodie. It is SO very soft. It seems like the ones online don’t have the city on the back - mine does and I love it! Maybe pay the shop a visit. 😊 Also, the business is women-owned! 

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Scones

I love these seasonal scones from Andytown SO MUCH They only make a limited amount so you gotta get there early - or sleep in and cop this recipe. I skip the glaze + just take handfuls to the pan to bake instead of shaping them. Pro tip: I use my Kitchen Aid stand mixer instead of a hand one because that always makes a crazy mess for me. 

Owl Trail

Start at Slide Ranch for this beautiful hike and enjoy coastal views almost the entire way. It’s ~2 miles so it’s perfect for a weekday morning adventure. 

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