Friday Favorites 2.12.21
TGIF! It has been absolutely freezing here in Michigan, Jack and I have managed to get outside here and there though for some much needed Vitamin D. I am super excited for Valentine\’s Day, it\’s my favorite, I mean who doesn\’t love pink and heart? I am thinking about treating myself to some Traverse City salmon or king crab legs this weekend. Do you ever treat yourself? Follow along with my fun Valentine\’s weekend on Instagram.
Looking for something to watch this weekend? From heartwarming movies to rom-coms, I am sharing everything you\’ll want to watch this on Disney+ and Hulu here.
Land makes its debut in theaters today and it is a MUST see. I have already watched it three times and fall in love with it, even more, each time I watch it. You can read my rave review here.
Step up your Valentine\’s game with this simple and sweet Valentine\’s Day charcuterie board.
Want to watch something ridiculous, hilarious, and fun? Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar fits the bill and is available to rent everywhere today! You can read my review here.
I am opting out of sugar and just enjoying maple syrup instead.
Brunch is my favorite and I shared how to build a simple and chic brunch board.
Looking for a simple treat? Give this two-ingredient fudge a try!
Godiva may be closing shop, but you can still make their delicious fruit skewers at home!
Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend with Disney+ and Hulu
Valentine\’s Day may look a little different this year, but despite what it looks like February 14th is always a special time to celebrate love – even if that love is self-love. Disney+ and Hulu has all your favorite stories streaming. From the Princess Diaries, While You Were Sleeping and UP on Disney+ to series like The Golden Girls, One Tree Hill, and Dollface on Hulu, you\’re sure to find the perfect thing to watch this Valentine\’s weekend.
From heartwarming movies to rom-coms, I\’m sharing everything you\’ll want to watch this Valentine\’s weekend.
Find heartwarming movies and more on Disney+:
Disney+ recently announced it\’s that Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella will be coming to the streaming service on Friday, February 12. Disney+ offers heartwarming movies, series, special Disney Channel and Disney Junior episodes, and Valentine’s Day favorite episodes from The Simpsons.
Live-Action Movies and Series
Princess Diaries
While You Were Sleeping
High School Musical, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series
Tuck Everlasting
Animated Movies
The Princess and the Frog
Aladdin (1992)
Beauty and the Beast (1991)
Up
Shorts
Lava
Forky Asks a Question: What is Love?
Riley’s First Date
Disney Channel Episodes
Hannah Montana
That’s So Raven
Kim Possible
Disney Junior Episodes
Doc McStuffins
Handy Manny
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: A Surprise for Minnie
“The Simpsons” Episodes
The Blue and the Gray
I Love Lisa
I’m with Cupid
Half-Decent Proposal
Find rom-coms, rom-drams and more on Hulu:
Whether you like rom-coms, rom-drams, or reality TV dating & relationships, Hulu has something for everyone in their Valentine’s Day Collection.
Rom-Coms
You’ve Got Mail
Plus One
The Wedding Planner
Romantic Dramas
Southside With You
If Beale Street Could Talk
Reality Dating & Relationships
90 Day Fiancé
Love Island (UK)
Date Night Comedies
Employee of the Month
Date Night
My Best Friend’s Girl
50 First Dates
Epic TV Love Stories
I Love Lucy
ER
Modern Family
How I Met Your Mother
Indie Movies
Palm Springs
Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Teen Love & Heartbreak
Dawson’s Creek
One Tree Hill
Love, Victor
Single Life
Living Single
The Bold Type
The Golden Girls
Will & Grace
Hulu Originals
Dollface
Normal People
Casual
The Mindy Project
High Fidelity
Ramy
Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar Galentine’s Party
Barb and Star is absolutely ridiculous in every shape and form, but it\’s everything my girlfriends and I needed right now. Check out my review of Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar for more movie details.
Since heading to the movies with my besties isn\’t possible right now, the next best thing was us all watching Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar and being in a group Instagram chat that definitely promoted some hilarious conversations and a whole lot of love for Edgar.
I received a surprise Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar package in the mail the day of the watch party, and you know me I love a good theme and \”take-home gift.\” I had already planned on dropping off a container that says \”popcorn\” and a bag of Sweetheart Popcorn from my favorite local popcorn place to everyone that was local just to sweeten the movie-watching experience. I also added candy hearts (that featured sayings from the movie), coloring sheets, colored pencils, and wine charms.
I think the candy hearts were the biggest hit!
I watched the movie with my mum and of course, you can\’t have a movie without popcorn and sweets, so I created a Barb and Star themed charcuterie board (buried treasure not included).
Since you read about my movie thoughts here, I thought I would share some messages that my friends sent out during the watch party:
\”I wish I named my kid yo-yo\” – \”You can name your next dog yo-yo\” – \”Yessss\”
\”Goodbye, Mr. Grey and hellllo Edgar\”
\”Trish enough said haha\”
\”I can\’t wait to get sloppy on vacation again\”
\”I have never left Michigan before, I am basically Barb and Star without the risk\”
\”This movie so ridiculous, I am obsessed\”
\”Can I be Trish?\”
\”I just snorted from laughing so hard\”
\”Ladies you all have so much shimmer\”
\”I buying this B*%@^ as soon as it comes out\”
\”Where do I sign up for a soul douche – I need it, NOW\”
How to Build a Brunch Board
I am one of those breakfast for dinner people, so it shouldn\’t come as a surprise that brunch is one of my absolute favorite weekend indulgences. Serving brunch, even if it is just for me like I would serve a charcuterie board makes it even more fun.
I love creating brunch boards to elevate my weekend, Valentine\’s Day, Easter, and really anytime I just want an excuse to have brunch and make it look chic.
How to build a brunch board
When it comes to building a board you can make it have anything you want. Load it up with what you have in the fridge and pantry or buy specific items you\’d like to have on a board.
1. Start with a base
This is the same concept used with a cheese board or charcuterie board. The base can be anything you want a large wooden cutting board, slate board, basket, serving platter, cookie sheet – the possibilities are endless.
2. Ingredients
Think about what your brunch favorites are and that will give you a great place to start. Here are some of my favorite brunch board additions…
Pancakes
Waffles
Donuts
Bagels
Muffins
Bread
Crackers
Eggs
Yogurt
Granola
Fresh fruit: pineapple, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, bananas, grapes, apples, etc.
Cheese: cheddar, white cheddar, feta, gouda, etc.
Proteins: smoked salmon, bacon, prosciutto, salami, etc.
Nuts: pecans, almonds, walnuts, cashews, etc
3. Pick a theme
I absolutely love themes and always base my board on that theme. A theme is so much more than deciding on \”Valentine\’s Day.\” Your theme is what you will be serving… the star of your board. Will it be pancakes and/or waffles with a variety of fruit for toppings, build your own breakfast sandwich, create a parfait, build a bowl of oatmeal, sweet treats like donuts..etc.
4. Build ahead of time
If you\’re serving your brunch board for family and guests do the hard work in advance. Waffles and pancakes can be made ahead of time, freeze, and then popped into the oven when you\’re ready to have them. Oatmeal is easy to make in a crockpot, bagels are easy to cut the morning of and add to the board. Make it easy for yourself when you\’re serving others!
5. How to assemble a brunch board
1. Start with the star of your board first – pancakes, waffles, bagels, etc.
2. Arrange seasonal fruit to add a pop of color throughout the board
3. Add small bowls for jams, honey, maple syrup, and more
4. Add cheese
5. Place your protein in spaces that are left
6. Fill in gaps with nuts
7. Cut out fruit with cookie cutters to add dimension
8. Now it\’s time to enjoy!
Camp Croods at La Brea Tar Pits Virtual Field Trip
Since most in-person events and activities are still on hold I was excited to be invited on an interactive virtual field trip—Camp Croods at La Brea Tar Pits, to celebrate the release of THE CROODS: A NEW AGE on Digital (available now) and on 4K, Blu-ray and DVD February 23.
This fun virtual event is brought to you by the National History Museums of Los Angeles County and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment with DreamWorks Animation.
If you love THE CROODS as much as I do, you\’re in for a big treat. Camp Croods at La Brea Tar Pits will take you on a scientific exploration of the Ice Age through hands-on activities, you\’ll meet real life paleontologists, make virtual Tar Pits discovers, participate in drawing demonstrations that bring your favorite Croods characters to life, and so much more. Reservations are required, and they are FREE
I had so much fun and thought you might like the details on this fun virtual field trip.
Families will have the chance to meet real-life paleontologists and archaeologists, participate in DIY art projects, explore virtual tar pits (La Brea Tar Pits camp), take a virtual tour of the Human Origins exhibition (NMNH camp), and experience drawing demonstrations that bring the fan-favorite prehistoric Croods characters to life.
Fashion meets Food 