Hello hello and happy Friday.
Last weekend we had my mom, sister, and bro-in-law over for a little din-din BBQ. We made smashburgers (do you want a recipe?), grilled corn on the cob (because it comes out perfect every time), my fave BBQ beans (I can’t stop snacking on them), and my sister brought Grandma’s famous potato salad. My little sister just moved back to Utah after 30 years of living elsewhere and it’s going to be so good to have her home. Especially if she keeps making potato salad. It was just as delicious as always because the recipe is indeed just that good. And since it’s full-tilt summer, this weekend has more BBQ festivities in the plans. I haven’t decided what to cook yet. What sounds good?
But before we get into planning the menu, how about we dig into this week’s list of Friday Faves. Enjoy!
The new Barbie movie made history with the biggest opening weekend for a film directed by a woman. I loved it!
That’s why I’ll be listening to this podcast based on the archival tapes of actual interviews with all of the major players in the creation of Barbie, including the history of what inspired one of Mattel’s co-founders, Ruth Handler, to create Barbie. Fascinating stuff for a Barbie lover like me.
And, all of the movies that inspired Barbie.
And, yes, I have the original Barbie board game, handed down from my aunts. It’s the only board game from my youth I’ve kept.
These Canadian women surfers are so cool.
12 of the world’s most unique Airbnbs. Which one would you most want to stay in?
How addictive, endless scrolling is bad for our mental health.
Olives are truly having a moment right now and if you love them, you should definitely be following this Insta.
Chicken eggplant parm sounds like the best of all worlds.
Also, drooling over this eggplant parm gnocchi.
This easy recipe is one of the best ways to beat the heat.
A hummus that shakes things up when you’re tired of the original.
This mango salad looks SO refreshing.
Excited to give this tortilla recipe a go.
A veggie dish to go with just about anything.
Feta is my fave which is why this marinated feta with tomatoes is ranking high.
This 3-ingredient cocktail will transport you to Italia.
OMG, I want this for dinner (you totally had me at pepperoncini garlic butter).
This is one of my favorite summer dinners.
If you love Samoas, you’re going to want to make these cookies.
Craving cold ramen noodle salad.
This is the ultimate summer seafood pasta.
I’m thinking of buying these dish towels in hopes they won’t show as many stains. Plus, they’re cute.
Drool-worthy outdoor living spaces.
What to do (and avoid) during extreme heat.
How to make exercising in hot weather feel less miserable.
And, 9 low-impact exercises you can do.
How often do you really need to wash your jeans?
I’m really liking this new-to-me app.
If you love lists like Friday Faves, get more fun recs on Phi’s site here.
Okay, that’s it for this week. Have a good one and cook something good!
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