Mimi Thorisson, Cooks Atelier, Max Rollitt, Forevergreen and more on Weekend Meanderings. 

Mimi Thorisson, Cooks Atelier, Max Rollitt, Forevergreen and more on Weekend Meanderings. 

Weekend Meanderings

Good Saturday morning friends. It’s time for Weekend Meanderings with Kim, Juliet os taking a few weeks off but will be back soon. Join us as we share all of the things that piqued our interests and caught our eye this week.

Happy St. Nick! Did you find your stocking or boot filled with candy and small gifts this morning? Have you been counting the days with your Advent calendar?

Speaking of Advent, every year I pull out two of my favorite books for the holidays, Advent: Recipes and crafts for the countdown to Christmas and Advent: Festive German Bakes to Celebrate the Coming of Christmas both are filled with stories, crafts and lots of recipes that I use year after year. My grandparents were German and I try to make a few of the things that my mom remembers from her childhood.

Whew I am tired. December is a whirlwind of lunches, cocktail parties, cookie parties, tree lightings and it’s only the first week. I was every day and night this week, it was fun but if I keep up this pace I won’t make it to Christmas.

Today we are home and I plan on reading, napping and baking. Then tonight I have a few holiday movies planned. Tomorrow we are going to a concert.

What are your weekend plans? What fun Christmas activities have you been enjoying?

Ok, let’s meander.

House Tours

Mimi Thorisson~Home Tour

Cookbook author Mimi Thorisson welcomes House & Garden into her Turin apartment at Christmas, set inside a 19th-century palazzo, where old-world architecture harmonises with the warmth of a large, cosmopolitan family.

Max Rollitt on the Objects That Make a Home

This episode is about how the objects we surround ourselves with are more than aesthetic items – they are containers for people and experiences.

Forevergreen

An orphaned bear cub finds a home with a fatherly evergreen tree, until his hunger for trash leads him to danger. “Forevergreen” is an animated short film and after-hours passion project created entirely by a crew of over 200 dedicated Artists and Technicians who all generously donated their free time and talent to bring every frame of the film to life. The production took over 5 years to complete. Featuring never before seen animation techniques and handmade artistry, weaving art and technology together with heart and humor. Directed by Nathan Engelhardt and Jeremy Spears, “Forevergreen” opens to the world in 2025.

Saks Holiday Windows & Radio City Rockets

https://youtu.be/V9-KWHZGBIU?si=1N7sYjPY1d7Pxex7

I love the Christmas windows in NY and Paris, and London and anywhere else that still decorates them.

French At Heart~Cooks Atelier

After running our cooking school in Burgundy for over 15 years, we’ve learned that being French at heart isn’t about where you live or what language you speak. It’s about slowing down, savoring small moments, and bringing people together around your table with intention and love. In French At Heart, we invite you into our home at the Woodland House, sharing the simple, joyful meals we cook for our family and the philosophy that guides everything we do: choosing quality ingredients, cooking seasonally, and always—always—spreading the love.

I have been a fan of the mother daughter team duo Marjorie Taylor and Kendall Smith Franchini behind Cooks Atelier for years and love their cookbooks. Unfortunately I have not been to their cooking school yet but I have several friends that have attended and highly recommend.

For More About Cooks Atelier Visit

Website

Instagram: @thecooksatelier

Or read their books, the cookbooks, The Cooks Atelier, or the newest French at Heart. I have both and have also given them for gifts. They are both beautiful cookbooks with delicious recipe, photos and stories.

Paul Tazewell~Wicked Costume Designer

If you’ve ever been swept away by the worlds of “Wicked,” “Hamilton” or “West Side Story,” you’ve seen Paul Tazewell’s breathtaking costumes. The Oscar-winning designer (whose work features in “Wicked: For Good”) explores the subconscious language of clothing and how it shapes who we view as heroes — and who we view as villains.

Store House of the V & A Museum

If you love the V&A museum you are going to want to purchase Storehouse on your list of things to see when next in London.

The Victoria and Albert East Storehouse, a warehouse that holds items unable to fit in the renowned British museum’s main space, offers the public a rare glimpse at history,  including David Bowie’s trousers and an enormous Picasso piece.

LINKS TO READ+WATCH+LISTEN

8 Things You’ll Eventually Regret Not Letting Go of Sooner in Life

Why Are Some People Extremely Competitive While Others Are So Chill?

The (Strong) Case for Breaking Your Fitness Streaks

Nothing says Christmas like sweet treats, and Joanna Gaines’ sugar cookie recipe is a real winner

A Common Nutrient Deficiency Could Be Raising Your Alzheimer’s Risk, New Study Says

12 Essential Cake Tips From Baking Legend Dorie Greenspan

I Never Use Unsalted Butter for the Best-Tasting Baked Goods — Here’s Why

In Case You Missed It~On the Blog This Week

On Monday I shared Skye Mc Alpine, The Christmas Companion, blogger Helene Sulas new book(from Helene in Between), Mistletoe and Magic, Christmas in the French Countryside and more. 

Then I shared my favorite holiday snack, Homemade Trader Joes Jingle Jangle snack mix. 

After that, the most scrumptious Fleur de Sel Truffles! If you love truffles you will want to make these for the holidays.

Today is the Feast of St. Nicholas as I mentioned above, this week I shared a little about him and the tradition of leaving your stockings or boots out on the night of December 5th. 

Last but not least, on Friday Favorites, I shared a few of my favorite pieces from the sales, books, recipes, including this scrumptious French Onion Pasta Bake. 

UNTIL NEXT TIME

I hope that you enjoyed weekend meanderings. If you did please share the post on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter or Pinterest.

Before you go, tell me what are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

Have a wonderful day friends, enjoy your weekend. If you missed any of the previous Weekend Meandering posts you can find them all here.

Don’t forget to pop over and visit Kim and Juliet if you missed some old posts. 

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Stocking Stuffers

Holiday Gifts~Women

Gifts~Men

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