Monday, February 4, 2019

TOP 10 Valentines Gifts for Everyone From Groupon!

Valentines Day is right around the corner! Have you already picked out that special gift for your Valentine or Galentine?  If not, I've curated the TOP 10 (in my opinion) Valentine's gifts for everyone on your list using my favorite app for savings...Groupon!  

I've got you covered...from personalized  ice cream to adult themed candy to gifts for the kids!  Order now so you don't need to stress about it last minute!!  

Tell me which one is your favorite? 

photo credit:  E Creamery

1.  ECreamery Gourmet Ice Cream Delivery - 4 options to choose from between $25-55
Everyone loves ice cream!  An ideal gift for any occasion, this small-batch, freshly-churned eCreamery ice cream is made with high-quality ingredients and delivered right to your doorstep! Choose from any of their bestselling flavors and personalize your titles with a message that you get to choose!
  • The $50 value option may be applied to making a custom flavor or to any Special Occasion Collection.
  • Four- or eight-pint options may only be used for personalized bestselling pints. Choose from a variety of flavors.
  • The Valentine’s Day Premium Collection may be chosen here and includes four festive-themed pints:
  • XOXO: S’mores Ice Cream
  • Scoops of Love: Chocolate Cake Ice Cream with Fudge Swirls & Brownie Bites
  • Be Mine: Vanilla Ice Cream with Toffee Crunch
  • Love Potion #9: Mint Cookie Crunch Ice Cream with Fudge Swirls
photo credit: FTD

2.  Valentine's Day Flower Delivery and Gift Delivery from FTD.com (Up to 50% Off)

Red roses are the most iconic gift on Valentines Day so I couldn't leave these off the list!  This is a fresh flower delivery arranged by artisan florists, gourmet chocolate, and bountiful gifts for any occasion from FTD.com.  

Two options available:
1.  Purchase a $40 value for $20
2. Purchase $30 for $15

photo credit: Splash Wines

3.  6, 12, or 15 Bottles of Valentine's Rosé Wine from Splash Wines (Up to 72% Off)

This is a perfect gift for your Galentine! Sample the flavors of five different countries with a 6-, 12-, or 15-bottle assortment of rosé wine.  3 options to choose from:

1.  Valentines Roses 6 bottle pack for $39
2.  Valentines Roses 12 bottle pack for $59
3.  Valentines Roses 15 bottle pack for $69

photo credit: MyMMS.com

4.  Personalized M&M'S at MyMMS.com (Up to 41% Off)

Don't forget your kids on Valentines Day (or that adult who loves to be a kid!)  Personalize 20+ colors of M&M’S candies with a message, photo, and clip-art. Favors, gifts, and bulk M&M’S perfect for this Valentine’s Day!  Choose from 3 options:

1.  $40 value for $26
2.  $70 value for $45
3. $100 value for $59

photo credit: Harry & David

5.  Signature Chocolate Truffles from Harry & David – Valid Online Only (51% Off)

Chocolates are my love language!  This is a gift box filled with 24 signature Harry & David truffles including dark chocolate cherry and milk chocolate almond for $16.99!  Mmmmm!

photo credit: Groupon

6.  Anonymously Sent Giant Box of Adult-Themed Candy (Up to 63% Off) 

OK!  I had to throw in the adult themed gag gift...I mean its funny!  Customers can anonymously gift a prank bag of adult-themed candy to their significant other or friends for $29!

photo credit: Groupon

7.  Maine Lobster Now: Twin or Lighthouse Lobster Dinners from Maine Lobster Now (Up to 50% Off). Eight Options Available

Love me some lobster!!  Live lobster and other gourmet seafood packages shipped directly from Maine fishermen to customers.  8 option available starting at $57.99!

photo credit: Home Chef

8.  One or Two Weeks of Meal Kit Deliveries from Home Chef (Up to 50% Off)

My husband is the chef in our household, but sometimes it's nice for him not to worry about smeal plans, shopping and prep for our family!  Weekly boxes from Home Chef are delivered to your door include all the ingredients and recipes needed to create gourmet meals in 30 minutes!  Options available priced between $30-$60

photo credit: Groupon

9.  4-Star Top-Secret San Francisco Hotel - San Francisco, CA

I left me heart in San Francisco!  Did you know it's considered one of the most romantic cities in the world?  A hotel stay for you and your significant other is a perfect weekend getaway! Choose from 3 options with dates into April and prices starting at $149/night!

photo credit: Groupon

10.  Men's Funny and Naughty Valentine's Day Tee. Extended Sizes Available

Your man will love you for getting this tee for him on Valentines Day!  This cotton blend tee can be a great gift idea, provides a comfortable feel, and can be worn while lounging around the house!  Select the color and size for $17.99!

xoxoxo,

Hayley

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Friday, February 1, 2019

Krispy Kreme Valentines Conversation Doughnuts Have Arrived!

Location: Krispy Kreme
How do you send sweet nothings to your loved ones on Valentine's Day?  For the last few years, my family looks forward to the release of the Valentine's doughnuts at Krispy Kreme!  To be honest, we like to pick up a dozen (or two!) whenever they do holiday limited edition doughnuts!  The kids love them (I mean... who doesn't love doughnuts?) and the holiday themes are always so fun and delightful!




 The Krispy Kreme Valentine's doughnuts just released for a limited time available now through  February 14th, Valentine's Day!   This year's theme is "Conversation Doughnuts" paying homage to the pastel hard candy conversation hearts that have been around as far back as I can remember! 

Photo Credits: Courtesy of  Krispy Kreme

Krispy Kreme’s all-new Valentine Conversation Doughnuts are topped with more than a dozen new and traditional edible phrases, including “DM ME,” “ALL THE FEELS,” and “BE MINE.” The conversation gets even sweeter since the doughnuts feature four Krispy Kreme classic fillings – Cake Batter, Strawberries & KREME™, Raspberry Filled and Chocolate KREME™ Filled.


Here are some of my posts from years past enjoying Krispy Kreme limited edition doughnuts for Valentines Day!  They are sooo good!  









My kids enjoy reading the sweet messages on the doughnuts and giving them away to their friends and classmates on Valentines Day!  I always clear it with the teacher first, but when my kids show up with 3 dozen doughnuts at school on Valentine's Day, their classmates get giddy!  They can pick out their own unique color and conversation saying which is a unique way to let friends and family know how much you love them!   

And to make this even sweeter, I have two additional announcements:

1. Krispy Kreme Rewards members can get a FREE Conversation Heart Doughnut of choice with any purchase on Wednesday, February 6. If you are not already a rewards member, don’t miss out and sign up here.

2.  Friday's just got a lot more chocolatey! On the First Friday of every month (hey that's today), select Krispy Kreme shops will offer the wildly popular Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts. If you haven't had the chance to try one yet, it's Krispy Kreme's classic Original Glazed® Doughnut covered in rich chocolate glaze. The perfect start to any weekend.  Find participating locations here!

Head to one of the participating locations on the First Friday of each month and get your hands on some Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts while you can!
  

Krispy Kreme’s Valentine Conversation Doughnuts will only be available through this Valentine’s Day at participating Krispy Kreme shops across the U.S. To find a shop near you, click here  and click on "Find A Shop".   Don’t forget to show your friends how you #SayItWithDoughnuts this Valentine season by tagging @krispykreme with a photo of your favorite Valentine’s Day doughnut phrase.

Enjoy!

Hayley

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Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Disney Just Unveiled Castle Mouse Ears and They Are an Instagram Dream Come True!

Location: Disneyland
Disney just unveiled their newest set of mouse ears and they're sure to be a BIG hit for Disney fans that will likely blow up Instagram feeds everywhere! P.S. They're are not the ones I'm wearing in this post as they haven't been released yet!  However, I have all the details so continue reading below to find out more! 


Outfit Details: 

Pink Sequins Joggers: 
mine are limited in sizes; similar options listed below:
here (gold sequins jogger style); here (pink legging style in limited sizes); here (pink jogger style); here (black jogger style) and/or here (multi-black jogger style)  

Pink Cardigan

Mickey Mouse Tank Top (old)
love this one with mickey ears in rose gold sequins; or this one with the castle in rose gold sequins

Rose Gold Minnie Mouse Ears

Drumroll......The newest addition to the mouse ears collection are inspired by the enchanting Sleeping Beauty's Castle and feature dazzling silver sequins ears, a gold sequins bow, and a sparkling castle shaped ornament at the center of the headband...fit for any aspiring princess young or old!  A sneak peak of this newest set of mouse ears was posted on Disney Style's Instagram account yesterday (see post below!)





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Photo Credit: Disney Style

They were first revealed during a product preview at Walt Disney World's Disney Springs in late January.  According to Disney, they will become available at both the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Resort Parks sometime soon, yet a firm date has not been released.  I will certainly be on the lookout to see if they become available online at shopDisney, the official site for Disney merchandise!       

I've amassed quite the collection of Disney mouse ears over the last several years!  It's no doubt Disney fans like to get their Instagram worthy park pics in front of Cinderella's Castle wearing the most current and coveted mouse ears!  This one will surely not disappoint and I'm looking forward to the release!




I'm sharing some of my current favorite mouse ears from shopDisney below (including these rose gold sequins ones I'm wearing in today's post).  With so many fun and diverse options, you'll be sure to find what you want before your next visit to the Happiest Place on Earth!!

Say Cheers!

Hayley

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Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Black Panther Returns to the Big Screen Beginning February 1 and you can get FREE tickets!




Black Panther Returns to the Big Screen Beginning February 1

Disney announced today that Academy Award®-nominated and SAG® winner Black Panther will return to the big screen to celebrate Black History Month for a one-week engagement, February 1–7, at 250 participating AMC Theatres locations. To ensure that the movie is accessible to all, tickets are free for everyone, and there will be two showings per day at each participating theater.

I don't know about you, but I am so excited about this announcement!  I'm probably one in a billion people who never saw this movie (well, my husband makes 2!!  My kids have seen it and they raved about it so I don't think they will mind seeing it again!  Read below for more information and to claim your free tickets!  Act now before it sells out!! 

The Walt Disney Company will also give a $1.5 million grant to support UNCF (United Negro College Fund) in furthering its mission to help minority students access and move to and through college. For 75 years, UNCF has been providing scholarships to students in need, and this grant is part of The Walt Disney Company’s longstanding commitment to diverse communities and to expanding the pipeline of talent.

“Black Panther is groundbreaking for many reasons, including the rich diversity of voices behind its success,” said Robert A. Iger, chairman and chief executive officer, The Walt Disney Company. “The story also showcases the power of knowledge to change the world for the better, and the importance of ensuring everyone has access to it. We’re proud to provide thousands of free screenings of Black Panther in hopes it will continue to inspire audiences, and to support UNCF with a $1.5 million grant to make the dream of higher education a reality for more students.”

UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization. To serve youth, the community and the nation, UNCF supports students’ education and development through scholarships and other programs, strengthens its 37 member colleges and universities, and advocates for the importance of minority education and college readiness.

“We know that providing aspiring young minority talent with scholarships and professional development opportunities is vital to making their dreams a reality,” said UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael Lomax. “UNCF is grateful for The Walt Disney Company’s enduring commitment to expanding these types of opportunities, and we’re excited to continue to do so through our Walt Disney Company/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program. I recall the excitement we all had when Black Panther was first released and it’s fantastic that Disney is bringing the record-breaking movie back to the big screen so that we can relive that excitement. Wakanda Forever!”

Black Panther, the global cultural phenomenon that shattered box office records and finished first at the North American box office in 2018, picked up seven Oscar® nominations, including Best Picture, Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, Best Original Music Score, Best Original Song, Best Sound Mixing and Best Sound Editing. The film was honored at last night’s Screen Actors Guild Awards, earning two Actor® awards, including Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.

For free tickets to the Black Panther showings and a list of AMC participating theaters, visit 

You're limited to two tickets per email address!  Register now before they are sold out!!  

All The Best,

Hayley

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Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Crabbing in Half Moon Bay and Cooking Them Up for Dinner

Location: Half Moon Bay, CA
This past Sunday, we decided to hop in the car and head out to the coast for a fun family day!  We are trying to make an effort to have a least one weekend day where we get the kids away from video games and YouTube (is Fortnite driving you crazy?) to go seek out an adventure!...This can be something simple like going to the movies, taking the kids to get Boba Milk Tea and a stroll around the mall, or hopping in the car to go exploring..which is what we chose to do this past Sunday in Half Moon Bay, CA!  



Outfit Details:

Navy blue sneakers (old) - similar here, here, and here
NYDJ white denim jeans found here - similar here and here
Navy stripe tee (old)  - similar here here, and here
Navy Blue Cardigan (old) -  similar here, here, and here
Free People red scarf found here - similar here and here
Kyi Kyi navy blue pom beanie found here - similar here and here



My husband loves to go fishing and he is an excellent cook!  He thought it would be fun to take the kids to Pillar Point Harbor so we could pick up some Dungeness crabs fresh off the commercial fishing boats that morning!  Pillar Point Harbor is about 25 miles north of San Francisco along the beautiful Highway 1 coast in Half Moon Bay, CA.  Crabbing season begins in November and concludes in June.  You can typically get a great deal on fresh catch live crabs.  Make sure you check prices from a few Captains as they sometimes vary from boat to boat.  You can generally pick up Dungeness Crab from $9-10  dollars per pound but prices vary from season to season.  You'll want to check the fish sales information at the Harbor Master's office before you bring your empty cooler to fill up with crab!  You can also get general information about the surf, tide, and weather conditions.   




Going to the coast on a winter day in January?  That means come prepared with lots of layers and possibly a raincoat.  Thankfully, the rain stayed away and the weather was quite nice in the 60's!  I love this casual red, white, and blue nautical look for winter. Who says you can't wear white after Labor Day?  I always do!  




Pillar Point Harbor is a quaint and small fishing village also known as Princeton by the Sea.  Johnson Pier and Pillar Point Marina are the center of the village.  There are some great restaurants to keep your stomach full of good food and plenty of locally owned shops to pick up your favorite beach souvenirs and trinkets.  You can also schedule whale sighting tours, rent kayaks from the HMB Kayak Company, go sports fishing, take a nature walk, and visit the famous Mavericks Surf Company where you can get fully outfitted for a little surfing fun - they even offer lessons! 



 

The picture below shows the commercial anglers weighing and bagging up our Dungeness crabs from their boat.  Make sure you bring a small cooler to keep them fresh.  You can pick up ice at the Pillar Point marina store. Have you ever tried Dungeness crabs?  I'll show you how we prepared and cooked them by the end of this post! 

 



My family and our good friend Dave!


Collin and Jack carrying their picks!



   

By 1:00 pm  and we were starving for some food!  We decided to grab a bite on site at Ketch Joanne's restaurant where we enjoyed bloody marys from the bar to start!  I'm still doing a 21 day body cleanse/detox so I cheated a little by having alcohol, but it was worth the cheat!  The Bloody Mary's were just the way I love them...spicy!  I ordered a grilled chicken salad which also could be served with crab or shrimp, my kids ordered crab quesadillas which they loved, my husband ordered the Princeton omelette, and our friend Dave had a bowl of their famous clam chowder (a must try)! Needless to say, the food and service was amazing and the dining atmosphere was spectacular!  We sat inside by the wood burning fireplace which kept us warm and cozy.  There is additional outside dining if you prefer sitting in the fresh air with your pets overlooking the marina and ocean!  Ketch Joanne's is a restaurant you don't want to miss during your visit!  


Cocktails!  Spicy Bloody Mary from Ketch Joanne's!


Old wood burning stove at Ketch Joanne's to keep your dining experience warm and cozy!


Outdoor patio seating area


When we arrived home, the guys quickly went to work cleaning and preparing the crabs! 




1)  First, you'll want to get a big pot of water boiling.  My husband likes to season the water with Old Bay Seasoning to help bring out the flavor. 


2) Next, you'll want to cut and clean the crabs.  Some people just throw the crabs in the boiling water whole.  However, our preference is to clean them first since they are bottom feeders.  You'll want to pick up the crab by their back legs so you don't get pinched and set the crab on a butcher block on their back.

3) Use a large and sharp butcher knife and carefully apply pressure to cut the crab down the middle of their body.  Don't cut the crab all the way through to their outer shell.  You only need to cut down enough to easily release the legs from their body


4) Have a bucket of clean water nearby to quickly clean and rinse the crab legs.

5) Once all your crabs are cut and cleaned you are ready to place them in the boiling water,  Boil the crab legs with the lid on for about 20 minutes until they turn red and are done. 



6)  While the crabs are boiling pull out your favorite cocktail sauce or make your own.  We use  ketchup and fresh horseradish to make a spicy dipping sauce!  

7) Once the crabs are cooked you are ready for your crab feast! It's a little work cracking the crab and digging out the meat but it's all worth it!  


I made a fresh green salad topped with our crab and balsamic dressing!  It was super delicious!


You can keep the cooked crab in your refrigerator for a few days but it's best the freeze them in sealed plastic bags if you want to save left overs!  That way they will stay fresh for your next crab feast! 

If ever you are in the San Francisco Bay Area, make sure to stop by Half Moon Bay and Pillar Point Harbor for some coastal fun!  This was a great way to spend time with our family and get outdoors!  We came home with our meal planned for dinner ocean to table!

Hope you all are having a great 2019 so far!  Please share your favorite crab recipes you like to eat and let me know if you like to see more cooking and meal preparation on San Francisco Bay Style! 

Adventure is out there!  Go get it!

xoxoxo,

Hayley






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