I am constantly on the hunt for the perfect item to gift a loved one, a new restaurant my husband will enjoy eating at (or ordering in delivery from) and local shops to support. Each week I bring you five of my favorites, whether that’s in the form of a themed roundup or five different things I’m currently into.
TO EAT
My Nana’s peanut butter Hershey kiss cookies. Now, I know they are not original to my family but to me, nothing says Christmas more than these cookies. I have vivid memories of enjoying these cookies by the fire at my grandparents during the holiday. It thrills me that I can continue this tradition with Wesleigh. Wes and I enjoyed making Hanukkah cookies last week and this week, had a blast baking these ones as well. Speaking of holidays, if you’re still searching for gifts to give, be sure to check out my guide here.
TO DRINK
Next to anything Jasmine flavored, Kusmi Almond Green tea is my absolute favorite. We exclusively served this line of tea at Liaigre, where I managed marketing/PR for nearly 5 years and quickly became hooked on this tea. The tea is packed with a delightful flavor, the depth of scent is very calming and if like me, you have a bit of a sweet tooth, you will very much enjoy this full-bodied blend.
TO SMELL
Sigil Eau De Parfum, Prima Materia
I recently picked this up from a nearby shop, Wee Mondine in Darien. With key notes of vetiver, oakmoss, neroli and white sage, Sigil’s Prima Materia scent is a long-wearing, 100% natural fine fragrance. Per Sigil, about the fragrance, “Uniting the earthly and the heavenly, Prima Materia is a scent rooted in soot yet elevated by sparkling notes of fresh citrus. The creamy sweetness of neroli and the cleansing power of white sage embody celestial matter, while oakmoss and woody vetiver signify the spirit of the soil. As it melts into the skin, the alchemy of the scent begins—revealing a golden, resinous heart of pure amber..”
TO VISIT
We got hit with a bunch of snow this week so we took Wesleigh sledding at the nearby elementary school. The school has some pretty great hills and fortunately, we can easily walk to it. If you’re also in Fairfield County, CT and looking for some awesome hills to take your kids sledding visit Mommy Poppins. She put together a list of her local favorite spots to spend a few hours enjoying the outdoors.
TO WEAR
I’ve mentioned Goodee previously. They continue to stay on my radar and for good reason. Co-founded by Byron and Dexter Peart, Goodee is a certified BCorporation and member of 1% For the Planet. There are plenty of items from their site I’d love to gift, or, receive, but as the weather gets cooler and we continue to spend time at home, I’m really coveting their Hoodie in dusty rose. The hoodie is a collaboration between Goodee and KOTN, who share the same values and commitment to human and environmental sustainability. You can read more about their meaningful collab here.
