#27 My Favorite Things
A round-up of some of my favorite products and more recommendations worth sharing.
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🔗 Links, Recipes, and Hot Spots.
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WATCH 🎬
American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders (Netflix): American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders is a four-part Netflix docuseries examining journalist Danny Casolaro's death and the conspiracy theory he was investigating. Casolaro called his investigation "The Octopus," a supposed conspiracy involving the US government, organized crime, money laundering, and more. Casolaro was found dead in a hotel room, and police ruled it a suicide. However, his family and colleagues suspect he was murdered.
The Diplomat Season Two (Netflix): If you liked House of Cards, Scandal, or Succession, you might like this drama series starring Kerri Russell.
Only Murders in the Building Season Four (Hulu): The show follows true-crime podcast junkies Mabel (Selena Gomez), Oliver (Martin Short), and Charles (Steve Martin). This time, the Arconia residents have left the Big Apple for sunny California, where Paramount Pictures is turning their true-crime podcast into a motion picture. This may be the best season of Only Murders in the Building yet.
The McBee Dynasty Real American Cowboys (Peacock): A thrilling new reality series that takes viewers behind the scenes of the high-stakes world of farming and ranching in rural Missouri. McBee Farm and Cattle are on the brink of becoming a billion-dollar business or a financial disaster.
Louisiana State University Dance Team National Champions Hip Hop:
READ 📚
Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten: In her long-awaited memoir, Ina Garten, aka the Barefoot Contessa, shares an intimate, entertaining, and inspiring account of her remarkable journey.
LISTEN 🎧
Culture Apothecary Podcast: A health and wellness podcast.
Favorite Episodes:
Why Women Should Avoid Mammograms and Other Cancer Bombshells
FOLLOW 📱
Skincare Tips // Recipes // Gut Health
The Hot List // The latest places to add to your radar.
Kauai // Kapaa
Collab Cafe: A cafe and coffee bar with a gluten-free menu. This is my go-to coffee shop in Kauai.
Seattle // Washington
Storyville Coffee: I ordered a latte with homemade coconut cashew milk. The cafe is located near Pike’s Place Market.
Houston // Texas
Vibrant: The best option for organic food in the Montrose neighborhood. The menu excludes gluten, dairy, refined sugars, peanuts, soy, GMO, and gums. It’s also my favorite spot for coffee with homemade nut milk.
Marcel Market: A French 🇫🇷 boutique.
Dallas // Texas
Marcel Market: A French 🇫🇷 boutique.
James Provisions: A fast-casual restaurant with no seed oils, grass-fed meat, and seasonal produce with something for everyone. GF menu.
Healdsburg // California
Little Saint: Coffee beans from Saint Frank Roasters in San Francisco and homemade nut milk. P.S. The dairy-free ice cream is good too!
Bon Ton Studio: A great collection of stylish yet affordable clothing.
Sonoma // California
Lady Blume Microbakery: My favorite gluten-free bakery in Sonoma.
Valley Bar & Bottle: Best coffee shop in downtown Sonoma.
Los Angeles // Eco Park // Pasadena
Sage Regenerative Kitchen and Brewery: This organic cafe and bakery offers a unique dining experience focused on regenerative agriculture. Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. No seed oils.
Portland // Oregon
Bastion: A 100% gluten-free cafe. Everything on the menu is healthy and delicious.
Sugarpine Drive-In: A retro drive-in with the best soft-serve ice cream. The menu always includes at least one non-dairy flavor. Stop here after a visit to Multnomah Falls.
New Orleans // Louisiana
Bear Cat Baked: A bakery and coffee bar in the business district.
Boulder // Colorado
The Buff Restaurant: An excellent spot for brunch. No seed oils.
Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide 🍽️
Marla’s Favorite Coffee Shops ☕
*Updated guides are easily accessible on my Substack main page.
This is the latest installment of products that I’m currently enjoying.
Jolie Filtered Shower Head: Remove chlorine, heavy metals & other contaminants from your shower water.
ESR iPhone Privacy Screen: A privacy screen protector shields your screen's content from everyone except you. You can use your phone or tablet anywhere without worrying about visual hackers.
Ground-Up Almond & Cashew Butter with Coconut Cardamon & Chia Seed: This nut butter brand is so good, and it's for a good cause. The company employs formerly homeless and trafficked Women.
For Love and Lemons Marlee Puffer Coat: I love Bohemian vintage. On a recent trip, I received so many compliments about this jacket. I also like this fleece jacket with the same pattern.
Cowboy Colostrum: Colostrum is a natural source of many vitamins, minerals, proteins, and enzymes. I blend 1-2 scoops in my coffee or smoothies. I use the Subminimal NanoFoamer V2 Performance Milk Foamer to blend the colostrum in my coffee. I also travel with the same milk foamer to enjoy this supplement daily. The product must be blended in a mixer or with a milk foamer. I like the Vanilla flavor.
Vera Salt: Many sea salts are contaminated. Vera Salt is 100% microplastic free and third-party lab tested. For more information about microplastics, check out this podcast: What Microplastics Are Doing to the Brain, Body, and Reproductive Systems (Dr. Rhonda Patrick, Found My Fitness)
Vandy Chips: Vandy Chips are fried in tallow and contain no seed oils, pesticides, or other additives.
QuintEssential 3.3: The mineral-rich seawater concentration in QuintEssential 3.3 helps support rapid hydration, stamina, muscle recovery, alertness, and bone health. I switched from LMNT packets to QuintEssential 3.3 mineral packets. The LMNT packets contain low-quality table salt and natural flavors.
Airflow Dental Cleaning: AirFlow Cleaning uses advanced cleaning technology for a gentler cleaning without the picking or scraping associated with standard cleanings. Instead of manually scraping teeth to remove plaque and other debris, the air-flow system produces air flow using a machine to polish the tooth enamel to clean out plaque and food debris. I will never go to a dentist that does not use Airflow. It is the best cleaning method without discomfort. If you live near Los Angeles or Eugene, Oregon, you can book a cleaning at The Gleamery. Here is a link for $75.00 off your first visit. The Gleamery is in most insurance networks, or you can pay out of pocket if your plan only covers a limited number of cleanings. I get my teeth cleaned more often now. You can also search your location here for a dentist who uses Airflow.
Masa Tortilla Chips: MASA is a classic tortilla chips handmade with only three natural ingredients: organic corn, grass-fed fat, and sea salt. They are 100% seed oil and pesticide-free. I’ve switched from Siete Chips to Masa Chips.
Subminimal NanoFoamer V2 Performance Milk Foamer: I use this foamer to blend my colostrum in my coffee. It’s great for travel. I don’t recommend buying the inexpensive frothers. You will end up replacing it quickly. It’s worth the investment to purchase a good quality frother.
Asics Gel Nimbus Running Shoes: After wearing Hoka running shoes for a few years, I tried on a pair of the new Asics Gel Nimbus Running Shoes. This style is so comfortable and offers excellent support. You may like the black style if you want running shoes that are easier to keep clean.
P.S. What are some of your favorite things?
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Copenhagen travel guide.
shared a gluten-free chocolate-oat-walnut cookie recipe.
The copycat Tom Cruise coconut cake recipe that went viral.
Mexico City shopping guide.
Mississippi Gulf Coast travel guide.
Seattle city guide.
wrote a free short story called Nectar of the Gods.
For shoes: Scarpa Mojitos
For teeth cleaning: Gumchucks
Great tips as usual!