Enjoy the Long Weekend

I hope you have relaxing plans this weekend. Z and I are traveling to Los Angeles for a family bar mitzvah (hi Fred, Z's grandpa and avid Hilary Stone Soup reader), and then we leave for Hawaii. If you have any Kauai recommendations, please send them my way! This will be my first time in Kauai, and I'm looking forward to hiking, acai bowls, and the beach. Enjoy the three-day weekend with family and friends--we sure will be! 

It can really suck to get to the end of a good book. This cute baby understands. 

Why grocery store brands are opening brick-and-mortar stores. 

Awesome food truck names. 

McDonald's offering all-day long breakfasts. 

I have always wanted to eat at this SF sushi restaurant. I guess now is the time! 

11 cakes that need only one bowl. 

What a great DIY for a wedding.

Loving the new Timbuk2 Femme collection.

Weekend project: turn your bedroom into an oasis.

Nutella meets cookie meets brownie. 

Friday!

Have a great Friday everyone. I'm crossing my fingers that this warm weather streak continues through the weekend, so I can spend some time outside hiking and enjoying the sunshine. We're also in the midst of planning a trip to Kauai, so if you have any recommendations, please send them our way! Three close friends are coming over on Sunday to tell us their favorite places (and to enjoy a champagne brunch). 

Food safety tips for back-to-school season! 

Write an essay, win a restaurant.

Top Bay Area restaurants opening this fall.  

Eco-friendly chocolate chip cookies! 

A day in the life of Bon Appetit's Best New Restaurant in America. 

Loving these kitchen storage containers--they'd be perfect for small candies or other treats. 

Saw this blush and it looks so dewy and perfectly end of summer pink--love!

Start-up food businesses making it big. 

Make some cold brew coffee this weekend. 

FRI-YAY!

Delicious cheese plate with summer fruits

Hope you all are having a great start to your weekend. Z's family is in town, so we have a lot planned! This week has felt rather hectic at work though, so I'm hoping for some R&R as well. To get you to the weekend, here are a few things for you...

John Oliver's piece on food waste is a must see.

Nutella egg creams? Such a great idea.

...And frozen hot chocolate.

The coffee you should be ordering.

Such a cute video.

I've been using my cast iron skillet a lot. If you don't have one, you should buy one!

A glimpse into my other work.

Lots of foodie fun this weekend in the Bay thanks to Eat Drink SF. See all the events here!

Words of wisdom.

Have a Great Weekend.

Happy Friday! I'm taking the day off from work today to explore Boston with Z. We're in town for a friend's wedding, and then we head to NYC. I am excited to be reunited with two of my favorites, Shake Shack and Sweetgreen. If you have any Boston or New York recommendations, send them my way!

I'm not the only one on the Soul Cycle craze. They just filed to go public!

14 UNESCO World Heritage sites you must go to. Vacation please.

What company is going to be the "Google of food"? One VC firm is trying to find out.

What french fry toppings are you a fan of?

Your body after a can of coca-cola. It's terrifying.

On my must-read list: Aziz Ansari's Modern Romance.


I recently tried this chocolate, and I'm now obsessed.

Loving this interview with Mindy Kaling. A must-read for all women out there!

5 healthy milkshake recipes.

Unlimited maternity and paternity leave? Fingers crossed this starts catching on.

Weekend Reading

Hello weekend! This week at work has felt sluggish with my energy dipping around 4pm every day. I'm making it a priority to get outside this weekend. Z and I are going for a Saturday morning hike, and then we are headed over to newly renovated Dolores Park for sunshine and a friend's birthday. Below are a few things that will get you to that 5pm cocktail!

Loving loving loving these sandals.

Tips on storing wine.

A fun ice cream event for those in the Bay Area.

Mark Bittman sampling wild vegetables and plants growing in the Easy Bay.

On the weekend to-do list: make these scones.

The best mail-order ice creams in America.

These are some of the coolest cakes I've ever seen!

So funny, so true.

I loved this couple's story.

Shake Shack, please bring your burgers and chicken sandwiches to SF soon.  

Weekend Reading

Happy Friday and 4th of July everyone! Hopefully none of you are at work right now so that you can enjoy the three-day weekend. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the temp here in San Francisco rises above 70. We'll likely make our way out of the city for time with friends, family, and sunshine. 

Here are a few of my favorite links from the week:

People have strong feelings on guacamole.

Is expensive wine worth it?

My current summer read--I'm only a third of the way through, but I really like it!

I really really really want these summer shoes.

Liberty of London is Nordstrom's latest pop-in, and I couldn't be more excited!

10 of the best farmers markets in America.

How to find healthy airport snacks.

The Babington House in England's Somerset looks amazing. Can I move in?

Whole Foods is sure sorry that it is known as 'whole paycheck'.

Weekend Reading

Z and I are headed off to Wine Country for the weekend! We're finally taking a trip to celebrate our 5 year anniversary. After a busy week at work and birthday festivities, it'll be nice to escape the city for some bike rides, wine, and food. Hope you have a great weekend ahead of you!

Now that I work in customer service, I have a new found hatred for mean customers. This article on horror stories from restaurants was fascinating. 

I'm starting this book over the weekend.

I love the idea of this grilled avocado and quinoa meal.

Have you seen Inside Out yet? I highly recommend it!

I have a one-wall kitchen, so I loved looking at these great uses of space.

Love love love any grain salad with fresh fruit, and Ashley's recipe for couscous with cherries looks magical.

The world's most prestigious water tasting. Yes, it's a thing.

Love is love.

As if I need another excuse to eat chocolate. Yay for heart health!

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

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Happy long weekend everyone! Z is gone again for the next week or so (you catch him making appearances on the CodeHS snapchat), so I'm spending some quality time with girlfriends. Tennis with one of my best friends on Saturday, followed by rosé on my rooftop on Sunday. I'm also going to be doing a lot of recipe testing, so get excited!

Hello, popsicles for breakfast.

Why it's hard to lose weight.

Sweetgreen opens in LA! 

Tips on ordering the perfect glass of wine. 

Iran nuclear deal. It's important. Read this.

Looking for a job? Move to these cities!

The must-have coffee tools, according to America's Test Kitchen.  

This. Is. Adorable. 

What a great way to peel garlic! 

Le Weekend

Post-6:15am spin class breakfast

Phew! This week really flew by. With back-to-back weekends away, life hasn't really seemed "normal", just very busy (and fun). Last weekend was Chicago, and this weekend is LA. I'll be visiting for a family graduation. There are lots of LA restaurants I've been wanting to try out (Eggslut, Sqirl), but I don't think I'll have time to visit them this weekend. It just means another trip down to LA is in order soon! 


Warning: NSFW, but a funny piece and provides perspective. {link}

The ins and outs of the Royal Family's diet.{link}

Yes way, rosé. Recommendations for this summer! {link}

Another Goop-approved workout for you. {link}

Next time you are in Chicago, go to this awesome diner. {link}

How many of the best bars in America have you been to? {link}

Up your hard-boiled eggs game. {link}

Obsessed with The Atlantic's photo coverage. Check out these National Geographic Traveler Photo nominated photos are insane! {link}

I just bought this dress. It's fabulous. You should buy it too! {link}

GOTTA GET DOWN ON FRIDAY

I'm really looking forward to the weekend--I'm spending Saturday at the symphony and then spending the night out on the town with some girlfriends. 

Life during the week has felt rather boring. I work, eat dinner, then maybe watch TV, and then go to bed. Really exciting, right? 

After being in a funk for a while, I've decided it's time for a change. I'm making a concerted effort to plan fun events. I'm starting this weekend with a night out with great friends--the friends that make me feel at home, the friends that make my soul feel good! 

Here are a few things to get you to 5pm cocktails...

Chipotle is getting rid of genetically modified foods. {link}

Classic take-out recipes you can make at home. {link}

The best pizzas in San Francisco...let the taste testing begin! {link}

How do you feel about Business Insider's Best Restaurants in America list? {link}

I really enjoyed this video from The New Potato. {link}

I've been on the hunt for coasters, and these caught my eyes! {link}

It's ramp season! This recipe looks delicious. {link}

Five new teas to try. {link}

10 items that make a house a home {link}

Happy Friday!

How do you recharge on the weekends? Last weekend was a lot of "me" time; Noe Valley Farmer's Market, watching the new Cinderella movie (which was quite good), and shooting lots of upcoming recipes. This weekend I am hoping to be a little more social. I am celebrating a friend's birthday on Friday, and then I will spending Sunday exploring the city with Vivian. 

Hope you have a good weekend filled with both rest and friends. Here are some links to get you to 5pm!

Blue Bottle just keeps getting better. {link}

Feeling inspired after watching Oprah's talk on a meaningful life. {link}

Loved loved loved this take on bring apart. {link}

Did your favorite state food make this map? {link}

How to work less and get more done. {link}

What the drought means for avocadoes. {link}

20 delicious salads for spring and summer! {link}

Where to eat along the PCH. {link}

New studies on what to eat to prevent Alzheimers. {link}

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Weekend Reading

I know I am usually all smiles and happiness on Fridays, and it's typically a very accurate reflection of how I actually feel.  This week was not fun. I started getting the cold that everyone on my team at work has, and then I hit my head and have been suffering from headaches ever since. Oh, and Z left very VERY early this morning for India! The highlights of the week included seeing an old friend of DC and spending some "me" time at the nail salon. Here's hoping that this weekend is more relaxing than the past week...

Why Uber's job creation stats aren't what they seem... {link}

Time released their 100 Most Influential People of 2015, and I particularly loved this food-related bit. {link}

Worried about food-borne illnesses? The FDA is on it. {link}

This is going on my must-make-now list; I'm obsessed with any vaguely Mediterranean food. {link}

The best wine to pair with chocolate. You're welcome. {link}

Loving the idea of this peanut butter snack cake. {link}

Could you survive on just $29 a week for food? {link}

Tempted to make this part of my daily routine. {link}

In the spirit of #ask4more, advice that I should start listening to. {link}

FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY

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Hello Friday, hello fun! This week has felt crazy--reunions with family, old friends, and going to the gym for the first time in a month (!) coupled with doctor visits. Whew! I'm ready for the weekend. 

If you are ready for the weekend as well, then check out these links below!

How much water goes into making your meal? {link}

Tea + Sugar + British Empire {link}

The best ice cream sandwiches in NYC, so more places to add to my growing list of places to try! {link}

Loving the idea of this weeknight past recipe {link}

An inside look at Scribe Winery {link}

Caviar is now delivering food within 10 minutes from restaurants! {link}

Check out these fruity beers for your next meal {link}

Hello, Shopbop sale {link}

I'm looking forward to trying this pizza place after Passover {link}

Have you tried Equator Coffee yet? {link}

Weekend Reading

Hi everyone! Hope you all are having a great start to your Friday. I've spent the past two weekends with family, first my sister and then my father. It was so lovely spending time with both of them. I flew out to DC (here we are at the historic Florida Avenue Grill), and then my dad came to visit Z and I in SF. 

This weekend will be spent with my friends who feel like family. I will be rushing home from work this evening to celebrate Passover with friends. Growing up, Passover is a true family holiday. Though I hated giving up bread, I always looked forward to the big family meal during Seders. I'm excited to start new traditions this year!


Meet my new life coach, Cookie Monster. {link}

What are your thoughts on Mast Brothers chocolate? {link}

A tech entrepreneur gives up her life's possessions {link}

Passover Seder's 4 questions + food justice = this. {link}

Have you been following this crazy story about Hapa Ramen? {link}

Next on my shopping list...{link}

SF events for April! {link}

A great introduction to the leading Democratic candidate for CA Governor. {link}

The sad truth behind college acceptances {link}

This recipe is getting added to my "must bake immediately after Passover list". {link}

Weekend Links!

Hi everyone! I am in Mexico this weekend with Z's family and we're getting some R&R. Snorkeling is on the schedule for today! Hope you have a relaxing weekend as well!

Find out about how the artisanal toast craze started with Trouble Coffee. {link}

Food52 came out with a new podcast, and it is great! {link}

Shared these great maps of the US with my teammates at work {link}

Hello, dream job and kitchen! {link}

This print is great, and I want everything by this artist! {link}

If the major cities were made of food...{link}

Floral spirits for your next cocktail party {link}

Reading this book and I love it. {link}

Beer + politics + taxes {link}

Wishing this group would create an SF outpost! {link}

Wanting this shirt from Kit & Ace {link}

Le Weekend!

Happy Friday! This week has seemed hectic with performance reviews at work and planning out the month. I had intended to make hamantaschen this week in celebration of Purim, but that didn't happen at all. I did book a fun trip though for next week! This month will be filled with lots of traveling, so I am going to try and get in lots of SF plans this week. I'm visiting some new bakeries, seeing old friends at a party, and getting our apartment in order. 

To get you to 5pm happy hour time, here are some links for the weekend. 

Loving this article on Paris, pastry, and Japanese. {link}

I just purchased this facial cleanser from Beautylish, and I loved the experience. {link}

Dying to try this "good for you" ice cream. {link}

Also wanting to try this "ice cream cleanse". {link}

Off the Grid lineups are out for 2015! I love these food truck festivals. {link}

For all the Hello Kitty fans in SF. {link}

A great round up of events in SF this month. {link}

Where to find the best coffee in the sky. {link}

This portrait session made me smile. {link}

Excited to listen to this podcast over the weekend. {link}

Weekend Reading!

Happy Friday! I've been in Tahoe the past couple of days, and I'll be here all weekend! It's nice to get away for awhile, though I wish there was snow. Ice skating in the beautiful sunshine isn't too bad though. 

Enjoy the weekend, and check out these great links!

Learn about the food behind Downton Abbey {link}

Currently brainstorming ways I can reduce my food waste, after this report came out {link}

Back to Downton Abbey and other British-inspired things, how to make a perfect cup of tea {link}

Cannot believe I missed this beautiful public art display on Valentine's Day! {link}

Russian Hill, watch out! Craftsman and Wolves heading your way {link}

Some big BIG news from Blue Bottle Coffee this week {link}

Loving this piece about Philz Coffee and their culture {link}

Cookie Monster can be deep {link}

FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY

Happy Friday! This week has felt pretty hectic--and this weekend is filling up quickly. Fingers crossed I'll get some time to read and rejuvenate in between all the weekend commitments and chores. If you live in SF, you should check out this cheese event on Saturday.

Have a great weekend!

What a cup of tea looks like in 22 different countries {link}

Have you read "Sandwich Monday"? It's from the geniuses behind Wait, Wait Don't Tell Me {link}

More natural chocolate? I'm all for that! {link}

How many calories are in your favorite Chipotle order? {link}

Philz Coffee, one of my favorite places, just raised a Series B! Can't wait to see what they do next. {link}

Plus, check out their cute video {link}

This has nothing to do with food, but I love Meghan Trainor's cover of "Shake It Off" {link}

Loving this mug I found from a local Bay Area artist {link}

Guide to celebrating the :Lunar New Year in SF {link}

The wine to match your favorite Oscar-nominated film {link}

And leaving you with this beautiful op-ed from the New York Times {link}

Happy Friday!

Hope you all are having a fabulous start to the weekend! Z and I are planning on enjoying this beautiful California weather with a hike to celebrate Valentine's Day. We are spending the rest of the weekend discussing this book, hanging out with family, and finally getting to explore the Dogpatch. Follow me on Instagram (@hilarylstone) for more fun adventures.

Enjoy the long weekend! 

To get you to happy hour (be it alcohol-induced or dessert-induced), here are some great weekend reads...

Could you go 8 years without saying I love you to your significant other? {link}

Why are these 10 foods considered aphrodisiacs? {link}

The top fast-casual restaurants to look out for in the next year {link}

This made me laugh--10 things you should know before getting into a relationship with a food lover {link}

Get your Malaysian food fix at the Market on Market {link}

Take a look at Vogue's City Guides before your next trip! {link}

I just finished up this book about life choices, family, education --give it a read! {link}

Loving the idea of this cake--so perfect for the long weekend! {link}

Because I'm still a technology policy nerd at heart and this summary of net neutrality is great {link}

7 gorgeous winter salads {link}

Weekend Reading

 

Happy Friday everyone! Here are some snaps from this week--beautiful flowers from Farmgirl Flowers, and then lots of sunshine and blue skies from over the weekend. While this weekend may not include as much time outside (the Super Bowl being one reason why), I have a few new recipes to try out, which I am very excited about! Enjoy the weekend with lots of bar food, good beer, and hopefully a good game!

A trick for choosing wine {link}

7 top chicken wing recipes {link}

DoorDash is headed to SF {link}

A new French restaurants comes to the 'hood! {link}

Who's driving the world's wine consumption? {link}

This recipe is reminding me that winter citrus can help me pretend it's summer {link}

Food deliverymen, saving the day during the blizzard in NYC {link}

Leave it to goop and Gwenyth Paltrow to give you a recipe for Sex Bark and Spirit Truffles {link}

Restaurants that I (and Refinery29) are excited about this year {link}