Over a year of getting elbows deep in my sourdough journey here's what I've found to be most helpful to me!! I hope this helps you out! 🤍🍞🥖

As a lover of food and trying new places to eat, I’ve spent the past 7 years trying restaurants all around the LA and Ventura County regions. This list is a culmination of the places I think about constantly and have returned to for more. It is ever-evolving, so check back for more additions!

Restaurants where I would eat as a former restaurant manager and restaurants that I wouldn't go near.

After travelling around the island for 4 weeks, I have created the ultimate guide to dining in Bali. From brunch, lunch, dinner to coffee spots!

This list is compiled of the BEST Olipop flavors. Decided by me, of course so everyone may have different opinions. But, I'm interested.. go give them a try and let me know what you think!

Homemade Bread Night: Recipe + Everything I Use Cozy Crusty Bread Recipe⬇️ Ingredients: • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour • 1 tsp pink Himalayan salt • 1 ¾ cups warm water • 1 tsp sugar • 2 ½ cups flour (additional for dough) • 2 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet) • Olive oil (for pan + drizzle) • Flaky sea salt (for topping) Instructions: 1. In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until bubbly (this means your yeast is active!). 2. Add the flour and salt to the bowl. Mix until smooth and combined. I used a stand mixer with a dough hook, but you can mix by hand too. 3. Cover the bowl and place in a warm, dark spot for 1 hour. The dough should double in size. 4. Drizzle olive oil in your loaf pan and spread a little on top of the dough before baking. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top. 5. Bake at 400°F, covered, for 30 minutes. Then uncover and bake for another 20 minutes or until golden brown. 6. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing (if you can wait that long). The crust? Chef’s kiss. Crusty, golden, and perfect with butter or soup.

I think I became a cake decorator because I LOVE pastries, desserts, and baked goods in general. My favorite thing to do is find and try new cafes or bakeries!

I am a sloooot for Ninja products. Everything on this list is in my kitchen and used regularly. There’s other stuff, too. But Ninja is my jam.

We cook outdoors frequently, whether it’s off of the grill, the smoker, or the griddle. We’ve accumulated outdoor kitchen accessories over the years, and have discovered our favorites. I’d like to share them with you!

My favorite places to eat or hang out in East Tawas, MI

Highlighting Latino owned bussineses during HHM and year round, so I am sharing a few of my tried and true, but also some others around town I have yet to make a visit to.

These are all places that I love to eat at in NYC and in Westchester! I also included some of my fav things to do in NYC that's perfect for any occasion. I hope you love it each place as I do.

Living in the Queen City, there's plenty to do for all walks of life!

If you’re looking for the best date night spots through central Ohio this is for you! With elevated cocktails, incredible food and immaculate vibes for every occasion

The best gifts for cocktail lovers in 2026: a Bartesian cocktail maker, Cocktail Kingdom bar tools the pros use, a smoker kit and crystal coupes. Picks that turn a home bar into a real one, from $13. Partnerships disclosed.

Chicago is known for it's pizza but it doesn't stop at deep dish - These pizzas range from thin crust, grandma style, to New York style and they're all amazing!

All the places I have been to and would recommend. Culmination of decades of eating out in the DMV.

All things delicious from snacks, dinner recipes, and a few cocktails

There are many benefits of drinking coffee, and I am a middle-aged woman who has been a coffee addict since childhood. In addition to its delicious coffee flavour, Indonesian coffee is also famous for its many varieties.

You bought miracle berries, invited everyone over, then realized you had no clue how to actually set up the tasting spread. Sliced lemons rolling around a paper plate, vinegar in solo cups, total mess. This list is for the person who wants to throw a flavor tripping party that actually impresses people and doesn't look like a middle school science project. Took me four parties to nail this setup so you can skip the trial and error.

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome Diet and/or low histamine diet. All these years I was eating spinach, yogurt, fermented foods, and meal prepping meanwhile itching in my sleep and having awful gut symptoms, fainting spells, and come to find out I have MCAS. New to this, but navigating towards healthy.

I love a good date night meal and it better be worth it. Here are all the places I'd recommend to my bestie for a top-tier night out in Baltimore and surrounding areas.

Check out some of my favorite gluten free spots & grocery stores in Miami! I’ve also included a list of some of my fav kitchen gadgets & appliances to make cooking at home easier. Enjoy!!

But first, coffee. Coffee is a serious ritual and I like to consider myself a coffee aficionado. Here is a curated list of my top picks for an at-home coffee experience that rivals the best nearby coffee shop. But as a bonus, I've included my absolute favorite coffee spots when you need that coffee shop vibe with the girls.

Being that I'm gluten-free I can't eat most things that are on the shelf. This is my list for gluten-free semi-healthy snacks and food to enjoy!

This is a collection of my favorite restaurants and bars along the emerald coast. Panama City, Panama City Beach, 30A

I take my morning coffee VERY seriously: these are all my items for a perfect, sweet & creamy at-home latte

Vietnamese restaurants I've been to in Houston, TX! Each section is categorized by location for your convenience!

Spent years bouncing between guilt-driven diets and mindless takeout binges — never actually understanding what I was eating or why. If you're stuck in that same loop where food feels like either a chore or a problem to solve, this reading list is what finally broke me out. Took two years of reading to piece this together so you can skip straight to the ones that matter.

Baking tools and accessories I actually use and love. Perfect for beginners and home bakers

😋 Better-Than-Expected Snacks and Finds From Walmart (Yes, Really!) I never expected 2 years ago that Walmart would become my go to grocery store. We've traveled across the United States and if there was one thing we could count on is Walmart, From the smallest towns to big cities. Dependable but some unexpected surprises. I share my favorites with you!

I prioritize food that is organic, lentils that are glyphosate-free, salt that is free of microplastics/dangerous lead levels, & watch for other heavy metals! Buying in bulk saves $$! (See my BPA-Free Food Storage Containers List for long-term storage options). Always soak dried lentils & chickpeas in water 24 hrs before cooking! I buy duplicate items from different brands to switch it up. *As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you.

You bought the fancy cheese and the salami, threw them on a cutting board, and it still looked like a sad lunch plate. Meanwhile everyone on social media is building these ridiculous spreads that look like they cost $200. Turns out the difference is about a dozen specific products, not talent. If you host even once a month or just want date night at home to feel special, this list took me a full year of trial and error so you can skip straight to the good stuff.

If you’re a matcha lover, you’ll want to try my favourite matcha lattes and iced matcha drinks across Sydney and surrounding suburbs, from Surry Hills to Canley Heights. I enjoy my matcha on the sweeter side but always make sure to taste that authentic matcha flavour, not just milk. Use the interactive map to discover the best matcha cafes near you in Sydney!

I have a hard time eating the same thing over and over again, so I use toppings, dressings, and spices to switch it up. Follow as I will be adding to this list over time.

All of my favorite spots to grab something quick for lunch, dinner, or any time really. If you're like me and love a sweet treat after, check out my follow-up list of my favorite sweet treat spots around Chicago!

Over the years, since learning that I have a sensitivity to gluten, I have made a point of trying to find the best alternate options out there that were available in most grocery stores or at least Amazon. These products taste good and for the most part have limited ingredients, so just know that just because you might have to give up some of your favorite foods, you can still find great substitutions. Hope you enjoy!

What I put in my body is a top priority for me. Lately my goal is to add more greens and fiber to my diet and energy-wise I have absolutely noticed a difference. Below you will see are of my current summer favorites that I am enjoying almost on a weekly basis. Enjoy!

i actually hate starbucks coffee… so it’s better

Brooklyn Heights to Park Slope from someone who has lived here for nearly 20 years

If you're visiting western Mass and looking for high end or high quality restaurants, these are the places you need to try!

These are tools I teach for constantly while baking. I don’t have a lot of space in my kitchen so I’m picky about what I use.

Antigua has a wealth of restaurants and cafes but we only hear about a few of them on social media. I've compiled a list of my favs that you should try on your visit. I've also included a food tour and menu-listing as well as some popular take-out and delivery options that locals go to regularly

Every winter my kids see those fancy hot cocoa bombs at the bakery and beg for them, but five bucks each adds up fast with three kids. I spent two seasons buying the wrong molds and ending up with cracked, lumpy chocolate shells before I figured out what actually works. If you want to make cocoa bombs at home without losing your mind, this is everything I tested and kept.

These are all of my favorite restaurants and bars in and around Ocean City, MD. Growing up and living in the area for my entire life, I’ve had the pleasure of trying all the great places OC has to offer. I’m happy to share my opinions and always encourage you to shop/eat local when here!

My favorite snack finds from Target—because healing, hustling, and homemaking require fuel. Sweet, salty, crunchy, cozy... it’s all here. 🛒 Snack like someone who deserves joy (that’s you).

Christmas morning used to feel rushed. Everyone ripped open gifts and scattered. Then I started putting cocoa bombs in each stocking, and now we all gather around the kitchen, heat up milk, and watch them melt together before anything else gets unwrapped. If you want one simple tradition that actually slows everyone down and makes the morning feel cozy, steal this lineup before they sell out in November.

All of my favourite brunch, coffee and date night spots around Bondi Beach, Sydney.

Someone hands you a weird kitchen gadget at a birthday party, everyone laughs, you shove it in a drawer — then six months later it's the only thing you reach for. If you've ever dismissed a product as gimmicky and then quietly became completely dependent on it, this list is your people. Took me years of accidental discoveries so you can skip straight to the good part.

Central Florida sits just a short drive from both coasts, and the seafood scene around Kissimmee and Orlando delivers everything from fresh Gulf shrimp to raw-bar oysters and Caribbean-style fish. After years of chasing the best catch across Osceola County and the I-4 corridor, these are the seafood restaurants my family returns to again and again. This local's guide covers Kissimmee, Poinciana, and the greater Orlando area.

Eat Like a Local: My Go-To Syracuse Spots (That Aren’t Overhyped) Because yes, we have more than just pizza and wings—these are the places I’d fight for in a food court showdown.

I spend a lot of time in my kitchen and these are the food brands and tools I genuinely love! From meal delivery I actually order to the gadgets that make cooking so much easier.

These are the best high protein snacks/food, and I’ve tried a lot! I competed in my first body building show, and these have been a hack and a treat to help me prioritize muscle growth while still enjoying my life!

At home content + environment is taking a toll on my mental health, I want to try newer restaurants and taste new food, look at new faces and vlog in nice places, here is another list of my curated Must visit restaurants around Nairobi and Kenya as a whole 🇰🇪.

my favorites for a delicious iced coffee at home that’ll save you from spending a fortune at starbucks!

A friend stops by for a glass of wine. Another couple comes over unexpectedly. Someone stays longer than planned. With a few thoughtful essentials on hand, you're ready to make anyone feel welcome without a last-minute grocery run.This is your edited collection of easy appetizers, pantry and freezer staples, drinks, and versatile serving essentials for spontaneous hosting. From a quick cheese board to a simple dinner or something sweet, these are the little things that make having people over feel effortless.The idea: Keep your favorites stocked, replenish what you use, and always have something to offer.The Monthly Hosting Kit Reset: Once a month, take a quick look through your hosting staples. Replenish snacks, crackers, and spreads you've used. Check expiration dates and storage instructions. Replace your favorite freezer backup meal or dessert. Restock drinks and napkins. Rotate fresh produce through your everyday grocery shopping.You don't need to keep everything on this list stocked at once. Choose a few favorites from each category that fit how you live and what you like to serve. The goal isn't to be prepared for every occasion. It's to make everyday hospitality a little easier.

Every time you open the lid to check temperature, you lose 50 degrees and add ten minutes to your cook. If you've ever served chicken that's raw in the middle or brisket that turned into shoe leather because you couldn't stop peeking, this lineup is what fixed all of that for me. Took me two summers and a lot of ruined meat to land on gear that actually works.

Having to eat gluten free can be challenging, but thankfully the options are getting better. Here are my favorite foods, apps & websites that help navigate through this.

Spent years trying to recreate that slow-cooked, fall-off-the-bone Moroccan chicken I had in Marrakech — tried Dutch ovens, slow cookers, even a pressure cooker. Nothing came close. Then I went down a rabbit hole on Etsy, picked up a real tagine, and suddenly my kitchen smelled like a riad courtyard. This list is for anyone who loves North African cooking but keeps ending up with dry, bland chicken. Took me a lot of trial and error so you can skip straight to the good stuff.

My favourite spots for food and drinks in the Collingwood / Blue Mountain Area. Food guide from a local resident who has been to basically every restaurant in town and surrounding and these are the best places to go

These are my absolute favorite food & drink spots as a student in Trondheim. 🥰 Especially places with cheap but tasty food.

As a person who frequents coffee shops in Brooklyn (particulary to WFH), I have strong preferences :) Here's a few of my favorites

Bakery supplies to help bake and package goodies - mainly for selling, but also great for gifting 🎁

A collection of healthier drinks and snacks I actually keep stocked at home. These are simple swaps that taste good, keep me full, and don’t feel like a compromise.

From Local OKC to mainstream restaurants. Here are all of my favorites!

If you’ve ever wanted to make sourdough, but felt totally overwhelmed by all the tools…this is your list for only the things you need! After baking hundreds of loaves, these are the EXACT things that make sourdough easier, prettier, and actually fun.

Packing lunches used to mean seven tiny baggies, smashed crackers, and soggy fruit touching everything. If you're a parent or meal prepper who's tired of opening a lunchbox to find a crime scene of crumbs and leaked hummus, this is the lineup that finally made snack prep something I don't dread. Took me way too many squished sandwiches to figure this out.

As a college girl and foodie that goes to school in Maryland, I have tried an assortment of restaurants in the area with different types of cuisineSome of them branch out from the college park area but if you have the means I highly recommend trying to get to them as well. These are some of my personal favorite places that I have tried so far! Enjoy 😉

Spending Sunday afternoon cooking five separate meals used to eat my whole weekend. If you're someone who wants to eat home-cooked protein all week but dreads the cleanup pile, this is the exact setup I landed on after burning through flimsy pans and sad, dry chicken for months. Took me a full year of trial and error so you can skip straight to the part where it actually works.

In the mood for an adult beverage but need options? This list may be helpful in getting started with a few varieties of tasty wines and a few suggestions of the hard stuff too.

I believe small-batch makers are the heartbeat of a healthier food system. My focus is on supporting locally sourced, sustainable brands that put people, communities, and real ingredients first. By championing independent vendors, we help keep dollars in local economies, reduce wasteful supply chains, and fuel the creativity that big manufacturing can’t replicate. Every product featured comes from a business that cares about quality, craft, and community impact - not mass production. This holiday season, choosing small isn’t just a purchase - it’s a vote for better food, fairer practices, and a future where local makers can thrive. When we shop small, we’re not just giving gifts. We’re giving support, opportunity, and momentum to the entrepreneurs building something meaningful.

Little coffee spots, drinks and food I’d happily come back for.

Calling all coffee lovers!! Here are my favorite at home espresso products for the perfect morning wake up call 🌞

When my husband and I first got married, I was NOT a good cook lol I went to Pinterest for just about everything when it came to cooking tips and recipes. After 7 years of marriage, I still search for good, easy recipes that will be good for the whole family. These are my favorite recipes which range from main dishes, sides, snacks, and breakfast foods. These stay in rotation for our weekly menu. The recipes are so good even my 5 and 2 year olds like them!

food recs from a local who loves to eat & adventure with food! + happy hours

Linked are all the snacks that my vegan toddler has enjoyed. He's healthy and getting all the nutrients he needs but remember to always discuss their eating habits with a pediatric nutritionist!

All of my favorite places and highest recommend spots to go when you visit or live in Ankeny, Iowa! This list has restaurants, drink places, and other businesses in the area I love and continue to go back to.

The period saddies kick in once a month, and let me tell you I HAVE A WHOLE BLOG post about it… you can read it here. On this list you'll find my favourite snacks that will SURELY curb any craving you may have during period munchies, existential dread, crying at dog videos, and all the other feelings that go along with crazy moon time. Just like my period's in moon cycles, so are my snacks. They travel, I move through phases like the moon and sometimes I crave sweets, and other times I crae salty - you'll find everything on this list I've loved and craved - EVEN THE “healthy” stuff

These are my favorite bakeries around Boston as a local! I include everything from iconic pastry shops to hidden gems

If you've ever been playing a game that features cooking, you may have wondered how you could make the food yourself. Well, I have. Apparently, there are cookbooks for gamers! I found a bunch of them and I can't wait to try them out. What could possibly be cozier than a night with gamer friends trying out your favorite recipes from the games you love? Or maybe a cold winter day of solo gaming with some hot gamer beverages and some tasty snacks based on one of your main games? They make a perfect gift for the gamer in your life - or yourself! 💜 Affiliate disclosure: Some links in this list are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you buy through them — at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the Cozy Squad!

Grainy, wet ricotta that falls apart on toast — sound familiar? I spent way too long blaming the milk before realizing my straining setup was the actual problem. This list is for anyone who wants to make cheese at home without ending up with sad, crumbly curds. Took me dozens of failed batches to nail this lineup, so steal it before your next Sunday morning cooking session.

As a student living abroad, I seek familiar taste and or cuisine and that makes me miss my home. These place that I tried is affordable for students as well as someone who enjoys asian food like myself in a foreign land.

My go-to guide for places worth getting dressed up for. From cozy brunch spots to stylish boutiques and hidden gems around town, these are the places I love to visit, revisit, and recommend. Perfect for solo dates, weekend plans, or showing out-of-towners a good time—with taste.

As a West Indian, we love spicy and well seasoned foods! Here are my go to’s

Planning a summer trip to Cork, Ireland? I've rounded up some must-visit cafes, coffee shops, and performance venues. This list will keep you fueled with caffeine and entertained with great performances. Casual vibes and cozy spots are included. Enjoy!

Boston is known for sports and food and within food, everyone knows that the lobstah roll is a classic. Alongside those come the oysters and cannoli's of course. This list makes up some of my favorite spots for all - especially being a $1 oyster LOVER. Why pay $45 for a dozen when you can just pay $12… 12 oysters cheaper than a drink? I am there.

I got a soft-serve ice cream maker for my birthday this year, and I'm officially obsessed. 🍦 If you're planning an ice cream social, sundae bar, or just looking for an excuse to invite friends over, this list has everything you need to create the ultimate at-home ice cream shindig. From the perfect toppings and sauces to serving essentials and fun extras, I've rounded up all my favorites. Have your friends over. Impress your kids. Channel your inner ice cream shop. And most importantly... eat ALL the ice cream.

Blend, Sip, GO! Smoothie Staples for Busy Mornings. Working full time with two boys means breakfast has to be FAST. These are the blenders, cups, freezer helpers and protein add-ins that get a real, filling smoothie into my hand (and into my boys) before school, work and T-ball. Everything here earns its counter space!

the best eats in san antonio with diverse cuisines 🌎

A chaotic but cute collection of all the places I’ve eaten around California good food, pretty vibes, and a little bit of unhinged decision making. From just a quick bite turning into full meals to treating myself like I deserve, this is my real, no-rules foodie era.

My go-to coffee station essentials for making iced and hot coffee at home. Favorite mugs, machines, and flavors I reach for daily

Inspired Go salads have been a game changer for me as they make weekday lunches a breeze! Skip the meal prepping… you’ve got this!💪🏼

Toronto restaurants (not just downtown) that I like, have either come back to, or would go back to again.

A peek inside my grocery cart! From healthy staples to snack obsessions, these are essentials I actually buy and recommend.

While this list includes some of the city's popular bakeries with lines worth waiting in, there are also neighborhood gems and underrated spots for carb and sweet treat lovers. These bakeries are all local businesses that you can mostly only find in the city, and they all have so much heart and, of course, buttery goodness. I still have so many more to try (The French Spot, Day Moon I'm coming for you!)

Planning a trip to Bergen and overwhelmed by the fish market stalls? Every tourist guide says ‘go to the fish market’ but nobody tells you what to actually order, where to sit, or how to avoid paying 400 NOK for a mediocre shrimp sandwich. I spent three visits figuring this out so you can walk in like a local your first time.

A curated list of great places to eat in the Albuquerque area, including local gems, New Mexican must-tries, and spots I keep going back to.

From April to October you will find me outside with my blackstone cooking multiple meals a day