COOKING
Good Without Gluten

JUICING
The Big Book of Juices

LISTENING 
Tunes from Sam Hunt: Take Your Time

Podcast Magic Lessons with Elizabeth Gilbert
Magic Lessons are the road map for the path to creativity, the extra nudge you need when you're feeling stuck. Elizabeth Gilbert talks to people who are facing creative challenges and to guest experts, to offer perspective, advice, and inspiration.

READING 
The Escapist
A travel journal of places less explored from the editor's of Monacle magazine.

Wild in the Hollow by Amber C. Haines

WATCHING
TV
The Mind of a Chef Season 4
PBS 
Enter the minds of chefs Gabrielle Hamilton and David Kinch in Season 4 of the Emmy-winning and James Beard Award-winning series.

Midsomer Murders
A veteran DCI and his young sergeant investigate murders around the regional community of Midsomer County.

MOVIES
War Room
Scorch Trails
Black Mass
The movie was a little slow but Johnny Depp's performance was incredible.

 

This month I had layovers in Philadelphia, San Antonio, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Albuquerque, Buffalo, Birmingham, Columbus, Oakland, and San Diego. The highlight of the month was taking a gluten-free baking class at the San Francisco Cooking School with Chef Jeffrey Larsen. I also enjoyed a    weekend getaway with my family to 30A in Northwest Florida.

HOT SPOTS
 

Gorman's Hat Shop is now open in Philadelphia. My favorite hat shop. Check out the online boutique if you can't visit one of the brick and mortar locations. 
 

Lick Ice Cream in San Antonio is my favorite local ice cream parlor. I love the DF and GF flavors. I like the juices at Lucky Duck. Both hot spots are located at the Pearl Brewery. If you are visiting on a Saturday, don't miss the farmer's market.
 

I am a huge fan of Dave Asprey and bullet proof coffee. I love the newly opened flagship Bullet Proof Coffee Store in Santa Monica. The menu includes bone broth. I enjoy strolling the boutiques in nearby Abbott Kinney. If you have some time in L.A., take the Big Blue Bus to Venice Beach and enjoy the shopping and cafes.
 

I enjoy visiting the Bay Area. Don't miss Bi-Rite Creamery. The ice cream is delicious. (V and GF menu including GF cones.) If you do not have a lot of time, a visit to the Ferry Building Marketplace is always fun. I love the shops and the burgers at Gott's Roadside are very good.
 

I think the shopping is much better in nearby Oakland. Don't miss Temescal Alley.
 

I love the food in Albuquerque. My favorite spot for brunch is the Grove Cafe and Market.
 

I enjoyed a fabulous dinner in Buffalo at Toutant. Chef James Roberts is from Louisiana. My favorite coffee shop, Public Espresso is located in the Lafayette Hotel. For lunch, I enjoy the menu at Butterwood Sweet and Savory.
 

For late night dining in Birmingham, I recommend Paramount. I enjoyed a delicious lunch at Carrigan's.
 

I had a long layover in Columbus. I love to check out local farmer's markets. The Clintonville Farmer's Market is every Saturday, April 25 - November 21. I enjoyed visiting Clintonville. Pattycakes Vegan Bakery is very good. The cinnamon rolls are not gluten-free but very popular. The menu includes gluten-free cupcakes. I appreciate the fact the baked goods are not stored in a refrigerated case. I also found some vintage theme fabric at Sew to Speak. Clintonville is a short bus ride on #2 or #4 from downtown Columbus or use Uber.
 

I love the juices at Northside Shack in Point Luma. The prices are very reasonable, and the juices and smoothies are very good. The Sunset Cliffs are a great spot for photographs in Point Loma.

FALL TO DO LIST

READ 
 Tales From the Back Row 
by Amy Odell
The fashion editor gives a backstage pass to the intimidating, backbiting industry. It's a hilarious memoir!

The Edit Magazine by Net-a-Porter
It's a free weekly online magazine you can download.

DO
Epcot Food and Wine Festival
September 25 - November 16 

LISTEN
Tunes from Ryan Adam's 1989

 SEE 
Everest
Jake Gyllenhaal stars in the chiling tale of the ill-fated 1996 Mount Everest climb that resulted in eight deaths.

MAKE 
Take an online Calligraphy class.

WATCH
Fashionably Late With Rachel Zoe
A new weekly talk show is coming to Lifetime, hosted by the renowned stylist and designer, Rachel Zoe. Straight from her fashion empire headquarters on Melrose Avenue, "Fashionably Late with Rachel Zoe" gives viewers the definitive inside look into what's trending in fashion, beauty and pop culture.

SHOP
Sephora Subscription Box

SURF 
Like to Know It
Find out where to buy your favorite fashion bloggers outfits. I love this one!

EAT

by Chloe 
My favorite new healthy eatery in NYC featuring vegan and gluten-free options.

DOWNLOAD 
Stuff You Should Know Podcast

MOVE 
Jillian Michael's New Release Killer Arms and Back

BUY
Pioneer Woman' Collection
A beautiful collection of kitchenware.

 
Here's a selection of my top resources for wardrobe organization and packing.
 

 

 

Be A Better List-Maker
 

1.  Remember that how you to feel is as important as what you want to accomplish.

2.  In everyday to-do lists, include tasks you enjoy, like reading a book or watching a TV program.

3.  Don't be afraid to share your list with others for their prospective, feedback, and encouragement.

4.  Be creative. Use colour, pictures, or a unique design to make your lists feel more interesting and appealing.

5.  Boost your happiness regularly by making a list of three things you are grateful for each day.

6.  At the end of each day choose one to three things you will work on tomorrow and let go of the rest.

Some of my favorite apps for list making:

1.  Wunderlist: Wunderlist is the easiest way to get stuff done. Whether you're planning a holiday, sharing a shopping list with a partner or managing multiple projects, Wunderslist is here to help

2.  Swipes: Simply make a list and swipe tasks away as you complete them.

3.  I use Notes on my iPhone to make lists. Learn how to use 5 fun new features here.

Santa Fe is a great weekend getaway located near Albuquerque. The train makes traveling to Santa Fe super convenient for day trips. I had a long layover on a Saturday in Albuquerque  and hopped on board the  New Mexico Rail Runner for a scenic one hour ride from downtown Albuquerque to the Santa Fe depot station. My first stop was the Santa Fe Farmer's Market located near the train station. The market is every Saturday morning year round. Next stop was a delicious green smoothie at Modern General. The menu includes bone broth, salads, smoothies, juices and other healthy treats. After browsing the unique collection of home goods at Modern General, I walked to the Plaza and checked out the art galleries and boutiques. Next stop was Canyon Road. Canyon Road is one of the most beautiful roads in America. A great spot for taking photos and browsing the art galleries. On my way back, I visited the Cross of the Martyrs. I found a great travel store with a wide assortment of travel maps. Next stop was the historic La Fond Hotel on the Plaza. I recommend visiting at Sunset for the beautiful sunset views from the rooftop patio. Santa Fe is known for their beautiful sunsets. I enjoyed a fabulous dinner at the James Beard award winning organic restaurant, Cafe Pasquel's. To finish off my evening, I watched an Indie film at The Screen Cinematheque. I also recommend taking a cooking class at Santa Fe School of Cooking. If you enjoy hiking, Atalaya Trail is a great day hike with rewarding views. I can't wait to visit Santa Fe again.

HOT SPOTS
EAT
Modern General

Cafe Pasquels

Vinagrarette

Tune Up Cafe
super cute cafe 

DRINK
Bell Tower Bar

SHOP
Cos Bar
a lovely beauty boutique

Sign of the Pampered Maiden 
women's boutique

Doodlets
toy store

Oohlala 
women's consignment boutique

STAY
Four Seasons Resort Santa Fe

GETTING AROUND
New Mexico Rail Runner

1.  I enjoyed dining at NoGlu in Paris. I am looking forward to dining at the NYC location opening in October. I am enjoying cooking recipes from the chef's cookbook.

2.  Annie May's Gluten-Free Carrot Cake. Visit her bakery, Annie May's Sweet Cafe in Lousiville, Kentucky.

3.  Niepi is a fabulous gluten-free magazine. The magazine reveals tips and tricks, recipes, restaurant reviews and travel guides for a gluten-free lifestyle.

4.  Maison Bon restaurant offers organic and vegetarian cuisine made ​​from fresh ingredients and gluten-free in Paris. 

5. You'll want to bookmark UK blogger, Grace Cheetham's blog for gluten-free recipes and other helpful resources and travel tips. 

6.  Amy's Drive-Thru is now open in Rohnert Park, California, a city north of San Francisco. The company behind Amy's frozen meals opened the restaurant. The reviews are great!

7.  Portland, Oregon gluten-free dining guide. So many great places in Portland!

8.  A new blood test could simply testing for celiac disease.

9.  Gluten-Free Cheat Sheet by blogger Amy Peveteau will help you get started with the gluten-free lifestyle.

10. I follow the work of Dr. Allessio Fasano. He has found that in order for autoimmune disease to develop, in addition to genes, a trigger and a leaky gut barrier must be present. Healing the leaky gut can put the autoimmune condition into remission. Read more here.

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6.  Link Love: New Orleans Food Scene + How to Help a Grieving Friend + Foot Reflexology + Carry On Bag Essentials + Machu Picchu Guide 

7.  Link Love: Perils of Dehydration + How to Write a Condolence Note + World Cheese Guide + Guide to Juicing Veggies + Best Recipes from "The Great British Bake Off" + How to Get More Progesterone

8.  Link Love: Ups and Downs of Estrogren + Decluttering Tips + 25 Measurements for Decorating + Do's and Don'ts of Self-Tanning + How to Get Internet Service Everywhere + How to Snag a Reservation at a Popular Restaurant

9.  Link Love: Fall Denim Guide + Aziz Ansari's Dating Tips + Why We Need Probiotics + Making Friends as an Adult + Are Organic Supplements Actually Better?

COCONUT OIL PULLING

I love using coconut oil as part of my beauty routine. I use it for so many things! Moisturizer, eye-makeup remover, hair conditioner, you name it. But there’s another way to use it: oil pulling, a dental-hygiene trend with roots in alternative medicine. Click here to find out the benefits of coconut oil pouring.

1.     50 Tips and Tricks for iOS 9.

2.    Keep passwords in one spot instead of writing down your passwords on a piece of paper, keep them secure online with LastPass. You can store tons of passwords and never worry again about getting locked out of an account.

3.    In iOS 9, Apple finally offers an easy way to delete all email.    

4.    16 of the best organizational apps for parents. 
  
5.    An adults's guide to Snapchat. 

6.    Apple Maps finally has public transit directions in iOS9. Here's how it works.

7.    So many good tips for managing email.

8.    Why it's important to back up your computer and how to do it.

9.    Some great tips for online safety especially if you shop online or pay bills.

10.  How to access your iCloud files from your iPhone.

BLOG LOVE 
Follow these fashion bloggers for outfit inspiration, fashion tips, and more style secrets! I recommend downloading the Bloglovin' App or Feedly to follow all of your favorite blogs. 

 

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Possessionista
Follow all the style on your favorite TV shows.

What Kate Wore
Following the style of the Duchess of Cambridge's formerly Kate Middleton.

J's Everyday Fashion
Affordable everyday style.

You Look Fab

Racked
Shopping Guides by destination.

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Outfit Inspiration

Project 333

Inside Out Style

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