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Happy Fourth of July, friends! Here at Sip Better, we're looking forward to a balmy weekend with lots of cold drinks and good friends. Hoping the same for you too! Please enjoy these links for now.
FRIDAY FAVES - 7.2.21
- When I want ice cream, I want it NOW. This no-churn vanilla ice cream recipe is the perfect thing for summer afternoons when you've got a major craving!
- The pandemic taught us all to value simpler pleasures, right? This big long list of free activities to do with kids this summer will inspire you to get creative while spending time with the kiddos in your life.
- Here are 6 wines to chill in your fridge this summer, including a few delightful reds!
- You may have seen their Instagram ads floating around, but let me assure you: Albion Fit is THE WAY TO GO for flattering swim wear! I never thought I'd be repping a swim suit brand, but Albion's collection of modest-but-sexy beach wear is gorgeous. The pieces are made of quality material, the classy styles work for...
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Hello, friend! I hope you're having a fantastic Friday! Make it even better by checking out this list of fun things we like this week:
FRIDAY FAVES - 6.25.21
- If you're looking for a new podcast for your commute, try the new Shattered Glass, hosted by Kristen Bell and Monica Padman. Each epsiode, Kristen and Monica interview a different woman who has played a part in cracking that dastardly glass ceiling.
- If you prefer a lighter listen, try Add To Cart, a podcast about the products and ideas that Kulap Vilaysack and SuChin Pak are putting in and taking out of their "carts" each week.
- This seems like the freshest spring side dish! Snap peas and burrata? I'm in.
- If you'd like a wine pairing for that snap pea delight (above), pop the cork on a bottle of Evolúció (dry) Furmint!
- Also, this stone fruit and burrata salad!
- Here are four books to broaden your persepective during Pride month.
- Start freezing your leftover wine! Great for sangria slushies or adding to a future sauce...
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Happy (early) Father's Day! I hope your weekend plans include spoiling the father figure in your life. Please enjoy this little list of fun things!
FRIDAY FAVES - 6.18.21
- Our sister company, Cépage, is slinging a cute little snack bundle called the Summer Hangout pack! Full of popcorn, addictive cashews and buttery baby cookies, consider it your go-to nosh for all of those summer social events. Check it out here.
- This vibrant panzanella with mozzarella is on my summer to-make list!
- A little tutorial on how to adopt the spirit of those colorful makeup trends that are making their way around TikTok. (Hello, I'm old!)
- I'm a new Fenty Beauty convert! Their Instant Retouch Concealer is the BEST. The stuff won't budge!
- Get inspired by Kate Arends' summer bucket list.
See you next week!
—Emily Rentsch
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Welcome to Friday! It's been a TOASTY week in Minneapolis, so I hope you're staying cool wherever you are. Enjoy today's list of goodies, and have a great weekend!
FRIDAY FAVES - 6.11.21
- You guys. Leslee did a video review of 19 Crimes Snoop Dogg rosé and it is hilarious! Here's a teaser quote from the lady herself: "The taste...is a little bit like the Kool-Aid man...crashing through a big giant wall saying, Oh no instead of Oh yes." Go watch it!
- If you're stumped for Father's Day, check out our SHOP section stuffed with wines your father figure will enjoy!
- When summer hits, do you go straight for the iced coffee? I've been loving Fit Foodie Finds' take on Starbucks' Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew. It's just a little sweet, super smooth, and way cheaper when you make it at home.
- This green shakshuka looks like a divine breakfast. Best vegetarian meal ever!
- It's sunscreen season! Here are 5 mineral sunscreen recs from Cup of Jo.
See you next week!
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Hello, friend! Get your sunny weekend started with this whimsical list of internet fun. Enjoy!
FRIDAY FAVES - 6.4.21
- This leopard-print backpack from Baggu looks like a killer summer accessory!
- Get lost in these cutesy photos of amigurumi (little 3D crocheted items). New hobby alert?
- June 12th is National Rosé Day! Stock up here. The Bodegas Itxas Harri Roxa Rosé from Spain is particularly lovely: bright with minerality and delicate fruit.
- Would you swim in this pool?
- I've never had mango pie before and I think my life is about to change for the better. YUM.
Enjoy your weekend!
