Friday Faves : Aug. 29, 2025

Hello, it’s Labor Day Friday!

Who else is looking forward to a relaxing, entertaining, get-after-it 3-day weekend? Let’s do all of it! I’ll be doing what I do every summer holiday, making my family’s favorite potato salad. I mean, it’s the last hurrah of the season, so how can I not? Okay, until the next holiday, I suppose. And I am more than happy to do so.

I don’t know if there’s anyone NOT talking about Taylor & Travis’s engagement, but what I really care about is that ring.

I’ve been totally into watching the US Open tennis rackets whiz and balls fly, but one things for sure, the players’ fashion has been next level.

Grocery influencer is now a career. Could you be one?

Maybe you could be if you used the 6-to-1 grocery method, which saves serious dough.

13 things you should NEVER eat after they expire.

These viral pancakes are puffy and perfect and I want them now.

Seeds are what make these no-bake granola bars extra protein-rich, and delish!

Looking for a fast weeknight dinner made in one pan? Here it is.

There’s nothing better than a crispy chicken wing, especially when they have pop like these.

Layers of zucchini, ground beef, and melty cheese take dinner to a whole new level.

This Southwestern chowder with chorizo will cure anything that ails you.

These Nashville hot mozz sticks would be so good with a drizzle of honey.

Savory + sweet + beefy flavor make this Asian dish a classic.

Summer ain’t over ’til you’ve had a crazy delicious ice cream sandwich.

Keep the chill vibes going strong and even more sweet with this roasted banana ice cream.

Mochi is influencing everything, including this banana bread.

Grilled corn makes everything better, as evidenced in this Mexican dip. Bring me the chips!

The perfect crust is what these golden potatoes are known for.

A human washing machine? Of course, the Japanese would come up with something so unique!

Helen Mirren does this 12-minute workout that keeps her vibrantly healthy at 80 years young!

The 8 best pieces to invest in for Fall 25.

How to use the 60-30-10 rule to decorate your home.

When does a joke become a dad joke? When it becomes apparent. Why dad jokes could be a big positive for kids.

That’s it for this week, have a great Labor-free weekend!

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