In this series, we share all sorts of things we’ve bookmarked and saved for the week ahead. From our favorite articles, to delicious recipes we’ve discovered, to books we can’t put down, to podcasts episodes that make traffic on the 405 a bit more bearable — we’ll have it all right here. After all, who doesn’t want to start the week off with a little bit of inspo? Be sure to leave a comment with your favorites of the week, too!!

Feature Image: Shade Degges , Design Credit: Amber Interiors

ARTICLE TO READ —

The NonAlcoholic Aperitif Curbing Our Cocktail Cravings // via The Good Trade featuring Ghia

PODCAST TO LISTEN TO—

Jake Arnold: From Global Cover Story to Book Launch // This podcast by Anastasia Casey features our loved Jake Arnold. She discusses his first book release: Redefining Comfort, uncovers his design process working with John Legend and Chrissy Tiegan and wisdom about translating these skills to your own design firm.

BOOK TO START—

The Defining Decade by Meg Jay // Drawing from more than two decades of work with thousands of clients and students, Meg Jay weaves the latest science of the twenty-something years with behind-closed-doors stories from twenty-somethings themselves. The result is a provocative read that provides the tools necessary to take the most of your twenties, and shows us how work, relationships, personality, identity and even the brain can change more during this decade than at any other time in adulthood—if we use the time well.

RECIPE TO MAKE—

Maple Brown Sugar Blondies // The best ever Chewy Maple Brown Sugar Blondies. Homemade brown sugar blondies, made with browned butter, brown sugar, sweet maple, vanilla, and my favorite baking ingredient, spiced apple butter.

THING TO BUY—

Sasha 32″ Viper Jeans // Amber’s favorite jeans right now!

PLACE TO GIVE—

CHOC Children’s Hospital // Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), a pediatric healthcare system based in Orange County, California, is committed to being a leading destination for children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. CHOC’s growing community includes two state-of-the-art hospitals in Orange and Mission Viejo and a regional network of primary and specialty care clinics serving children and families in four counties. CHOC offers several clinical programs of excellence providing the highest levels of care for the most serious pediatric illnesses and injuries, physical and mental. CHOC’s research and innovation institutes are focused on translating real patient needs into real-world treatments so every child can live the healthiest and happiest life possible.