Nine Favorite Things. – Half Baked Harvest

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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 can’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, it’s on to Atlanta, then home for Thanksgiving!!

I truly couldn’t be more excited about it all, but I’m nervous, too. Putting out another cookbook is nerve-racking. You’d think by the 4th book, I’d have this all down. But I feel more nervous this time around than any other! It’s wacky, but I’m sure everything will be amazing. I’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 I’m excited to share what we’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 Soirée 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!

That’s all for this week – lots of holiday excitement in the air mixed with so much cookbook excitement. It’s a BIG week!

1. Things I’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 mom…she 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! And then, I definitely need to find a look-alike to this Alpe Pile Turtleneck because it is so cute, and I know she would be obsessed with it. Here it is in blue too. It’s too pricy, but wow so cute and cozy!

gifting…looking for the perfect gift for someone who loves to travel? The 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)…I 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 Jacket and then this Corduroy Jacket as well! Zara has such awesome winter picks. Love this 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 to…Sabrina 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!

shopping…cozy 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 the Moon Pig templates make it easy!

everything in my cart (beauty)…so 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!

watching…A Day With Kaia Gerber. Such a cute video! I love these Vogue edits.

wanting…this 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)…these Prada Shearling Booties are SO cute. They’d be a great gift for anyone who loves to be COZY. And I love the color of this Sanza Wool-Blend Coat from Staud – it’s on sale too! And last, I love this Detachable Warmer Cotton Parka from Burberry.

following…Ariel Dearie flowers. Such pretty bouquets!

2. Easy dinner to make this week.

One Hour One Pot Coq au Vin

Cider Braised Pot Roast with Crispy Sage Butter Potatoes

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

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken and Broccoli

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. We’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 signings—grab tickets to the signing nearest to you!

all detailed information is below and can be found here too