Ski

October 22, 2019

Video: Ski.com Dream Job Chamonix

We are busy waxing our skis here in Telluride, CO. Everyone is stoked for another fabulous winter in the high country. Though it’s not here yet we’ve been getting snow storms to get us in the mood for all the fun ahead! I’ve been lining up some great trips, so far we’ve booked on and off-piste touring in and around St. Moritz, Switzerland in January. We are also looking at Italy, I fell absolutely in love with Courmayeur last winter. Another region I’m smitten with is the French Alps…I spent a very short time in Chamonix last year and I really need to go back to explore the region further….with my BF Sean as Mountain Man and the Diva.

Last year I was a buddy for Ski.coms Epic Dream Job. I accompanied Jackson Lebsack, skiing and vlogging my way through Beaver Creek and Vail, CO. It was such a wonderful experience. I loved it so much that I’m applying again this year. The rules have changed a smidge this year but I figured it was worth a shot!

I’ve got a new twist to the story this year, the Ski.com folks are looking for two people to share in the Dream Job experience for each of the 6 chosen locations. Applicants were asked to create a video discussing why they think they should go to either Aspen Snowmass, Banff and Lake Louise, Big Sky, Jackson Hole, Chamonix Mont-Blanc and Niseko United. Because I’m lusting for a trip back to Chamonix that’s what we chose. Sean has never been to Europe and I figured this would be the best way to experience it. Think you have what it takes to score the job too? You have up until October 29, 2019 to apply.

Here’s our video application, hope you enjoy! Let us know what you think in the comments on YouTube.

Here’s the video I submitted last year that scored me the job….

~ Marla Meridith

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Crafts & DIY

October 17, 2019

DIY Tie-Dye Patchwork Pumpkins

Inspired by my recent trip to Round Top, TX I’m obsessing over everything vintage and pastel. It was so fun antiquing there and getting to meet the Junk Gypsy gals too! These Tie-Dye Patchwork Pumpkins pretty much sum up my current mood for pastels and tie-dye, who says Halloween has to be spooky?! (Though that’s fun too!) This is such a pretty way to decorate your home for the holidays. Super easy and fun!

Watch the how to video….

Shop for the products used here:

Pumpkins

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Tie-Dye Kit https://rstyle.me/+4yti_WmJEIaj8jEbRZgAwA https://rstyle.me/+8P7EOG7dwbSY0qCpcHLgog

Fabric: https://rstyle.me/+ejdBoT1SPOXN2wh8fP1c3A

Modge Podge: https://rstyle.me/+KCL_vZVI6JEj4E1fbUjOvA

Ribbon:

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Brushes:

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Fashion:

My Love Shack Fancy Sweater

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Skull Cashmere Sweater(similar)

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~ Marla Meridith

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Baked Sweets and Treats

October 10, 2019

Pumpkin Dutch Baby with Caramelized Apples

It’s absolutely my favorite time of the year. Not only do I get to bundle up in my favorite cozy sweaters but it also means that winter is quickly coming around here to Telluride, Colorado. I know that many of you cringe at the thought of winter but ’round here we live to ski so the snow is always welcome.

Taste the beautiful days of fall with this Cast Iron Skillet Pumpkin Dutch Baby with Caramelized Apples recipe. Delicious and so easy to prepare! Great for breakfast, brunch or any time at all! MarlaMeridith.com — How cute is this tea towel? I found it at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma

Another thing I absolutely love about this time of the year is that I have every excuse to cook regularly with pumpkin again. I wanted you guys to have a brand new recipe for the season that’s simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious. Soooo, you’ve gotta try this Pumpkin Dutch Baby Pancake with Caramelized Apples recipe as soon as possible. It’s baked up in a 10 inch cast iron skillet (my favorite way to cook) I know you will love it too.

Don’t forget to whip up some Maple Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream because I know you’ll want a side of that too it’s so delicious. The caramelized apples on top of this beautiful pancake add so much rustic sweet flavor. I know a lot of us like to pick apples this time a year, so pick an extra few for this recipe.

Click HERE for recipe details.

~ Marla Meridith

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Fashion

September 29, 2019

The Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma

I didn’t have to travel to the other side of the globe to make it to one of my bucket list locations. Yesterday I visited Pawhuska Oklahoma, the home of The Pioneer Woman Mercantile @pwmercantile P-Town Pizza @ptownpizza Charlie’s Sweet Shop @charliessweetshop and more lovely boutiques including @osageoutfitters & @lorecranch It’s become a hopping place. A quiet town revitalized by the Pioneer Woman brand. A visit to Osage County @visit_the_osage is absolutely beautiful! Wide open spaces welcome you everywhere. It’s well worth the trip if you happen to be in this neck of the woods.

Road Trip USA! The Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. Such a fun visit to this tasty and inspirational part of America. MarlaMeridith.com — Find these pretty rose wine stoppers at The Mercantile!

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It was such a delight to go there and absolutely exceeded my expectations in every way. The Merc is adorable with goodies for the kitchen, home decorating and nibbles that dreams are made of! We indulged in some treats upstairs at the cafe and then had lunch at P-Town Pizza.

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I’ll never forget meeting Ree @thepioneerwoman at my first BlogHer conferences… I believe back in 2009. She’s the kindest most generous soul and her smile is infectious. I was a new mom and really excited to take on a new career. It’s people like Ree that inspired me to keep going as a blogger. She lights up the room and adds excitement to any gathering.

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It was a relatively new frontier when I started my new career as the blogger of my website FamilyFreshCooking.com The folks I met back then made lasting impressions.

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I sure hope you can visit the small town of Pawhuska, Oklahoma some day too it’s really worth it in every way!

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Ready to shop The Merc now? Here you go! We purchased some of the rose wine stoppers I’m holding here…and of course lots of treats as well!

Stop by my Instagram page & follow along on all kinds of adventures!

~ Marla Meridith

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Dessert

September 26, 2019

Coconut Pumpkin Rice Pudding

Looking for an easy & delicious recipe that captures all those delicious, cozy fall flavors? Look no further than this Coconut Pumpkin Rice Pudding. It’s naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and is also vegan & gluten free. That means you can feed a crowd and worry less about dietary restrictions.

The star ingredient in this dessert is Arborio rice, this is what’s used in risotto. That means this rice pudding is extra creamy. Another bonus is it’s all cooked in a cast iron skillet. My favorite way to cook just about anything these days. They look pretty and are great for heat retention. Here is the one to get by Lodge if you don’t have one of these beauties yet.

Watch the video right here:

Click HERE for recipe details.

Looking for an easy & delicious recipe that captures all those delicious, cozy fall flavors? Look no further than this Coconut Pumpkin Rice Pudding. It's naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and is also vegan & gluten free. MarlaMeridith.com

~ Marla Meridith

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Fashion

September 23, 2019

Sweater Weather! Beauties that will Keep you Warm & Stylish for Fall/Winter ’19

There’s nothing like bundling up in a cozy sweater on a crisp fall or winters day. Sitting at an outdoor café sipping your favorite spice latte and being all bundled up and warm is one of the best feelings in the whole wide world.

I love adding to my sweater collection each year, just a few new styles to freshen things up. I consider my sweaters investment pieces, they become essentials that I love to wear year after year.

Shop the post: Sweater Weather! Beauties that will Keep you Warm & Stylish for Fall/Winter '19. Here are my favorite picks to add to your collection. MarlaMeridith.com — M for Moncler! One of my faves for the season. *Moncler $519*

The great news is when you have an awesome sweater collection it becomes timeless… just be sure to take care of them and they will take care of you for years to come. Find the fibers that work best for you. I always love a cashmere sweater, merino wool and alpaca too. Virgin wool is great when I have a long sleeve shirt underneath to prevent the itchy wools from scratching me.

Shop the most stylish sweaters for Fall/WInter'19 right here! MarlaMeridith.com — *A Love Shack Fancy pastel dream! $425*

If you absolutely love cashmere but can’t stand the way it pills, check out this care guide by Chinti and Parker. Cashmere should be handwashed and this Wool and Cashmere Shampoo by The Laundress is a cult favorite. To remove those pesky sweater fuzzies/pills I use the Conair Fabric Defuzzer. It makes all my sweaters look like brand new!

So hop to it. Grab some new sweaters now, they are waiting for you. Catch them while you can as the favorites sell out quickly! Simply click the links below and shop all these fab styles right here….

~ Marla Meridith

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Gluten Free

September 19, 2019

Quick, Easy & Crispy Baked French Fries

If there something most of us absolutely love is a nice big serving of french fries. The only problem is they can feel heavy and super caloric really quickly. Also, a lot of folks I know (me included) don’t like to cook food in large quantities of oil. It’s messy and dumping the used oil can be annoying.

These quick and easy Oven Baked French Fries not only taste delicious but there’s minimal cleanup and they are way more healthy than the deep-fried versions. So whip up some fries as soon as you can, they are great anytime of the day if you are craving some crunch in your life! Simple to bake up a batch on busy weeknights too!

Click HERE for recipe details.

~ Marla Meridith

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Fashion & Beauty

September 15, 2019

Beautiful Nail Colors to Wear for Fall/Winter ’19

There’s nothing like holding onto your pumpkin spice latte with beautifully manicured nails. As much as I love changing up my fashion with the seasons I also enjoy all the new nail colors. You can go quite a few ways for the fall and winter with your color choices, you can go with you with elegant nudes and even some pastels. Add some jewel tones and metallics to the mix too! Just remember to have fun, mix-and-match and do dare to think out of the box. You might just find you love something new and unexpected.

The Scotland Collection by OPI is my fave!

Don’t forget to also take good care of your cuticles and always go with a base and top coat to keep your nails healthy and strong.

I’m a fan of the OPI creative Scotland collection this season. It’s a mix of a dozen gorgeous shades ranging from a dazzling red “A Little Guilt Under the Kilt” to a pretty pink “You’ve Got that Glass-Glow”

Jewel Tones

Metallics

Neutrals & Nudes

Polish Sets

These might be smaller in size…but sure are mighty and a great way to sample so many colors at a great price!

~ Marla Meridith

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Recipes

September 14, 2019

Soups On! 10 Recipes to Help You Warm Up as the Days Cool Down

As the temps start to dip it’s time to start thinking about foods that warm belly and the soul. There’s nothing better than a steamy bowl of soup on a cool fall day.

There are so many benefits to enjoying soup. They can be really easy to prepare, you can fill them with all kinds of healthy ingredients, and they taste so dang great! Here are a few of my favorite recipes that I’ve posted through the years. These have become my favorites and yours too. If you haven’t tried some of these yet I hope you can really soon. Enjoy!

Hearty Creamy Rotisserie Chicken and Wild Rice Soup recipe. MarlaMeridith.com — Creamy Rotisserie Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

We love this super healthy Vegan Avocado Spinach Soup recipe, it's filled with flavor, healthy fats and vitamin packed. Delicious any time of the year! MarlaMeridith.com — Vegan Avocado Spinach Soup

Make a batch of this soul warming Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe, a hearty, delicious meal for the entire family. MarlaMeridith.com — Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup

The MOST DELICIOUS Chicken & Dumpling Soup recipe you will ever eat! The perfect way to warm up on a chilly fall or winters day. MarlaMeridith.com — Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Italian Wedding Soup recipe | MarlaMeridith.com — Italian Wedding Soup

This delicious Quick & Easy Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup recipe can be ready and on your dinner table in just 20 minutes, no need for take-out! MarlaMeridith.com — Thai Shrimp Coconut Soup

One-Pot Meatball & Veggies Tortellini Soup recipe, healthy and delicious! MarlaMeridith.com — One-Pot Meatball & Veggies Tortellini Soup

Avgolemono Soup (Greek Egg, Lemon & Chicken Soup) recipe| MarlaMeridith.com #soup #recipe #food — Avgolemono Soup (Greek Egg, Lemon & Chicken Soup)

~ Marla Meridith

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Ski

September 12, 2019

Vine & Dine in Big Sky, Montana

If you love the mountains in the summer as much as I do then you might want to add Big Sky, Montana to your bucket list. This August my boyfriend Sean and I hopped in the car and took the 13 Hour drive from Telluride, Colorado to Big Sky. ( Follow us on Instagram @mountainmanandthediva ) It’s an epic drive and we enjoyed many pit stops along the way.

Big Sky, Montana: Lone Peak | MarlaMeridith.com — Lone Peak stands tall at 11,166 feet!

We were invited out for the Vine and Dine food and wine event. I had been counting the days until our departure. Spending a few days to re-charge in the mountains is the best thing I can think of.

Welcome to Big Sky, Montana | MarlaMeridith.com — BIG welcome to Big Sky…love the summer and definitely going back to ski in the winter.

I’ve been wanting to go to Big Sky for so long now and I jumped at the chance when we were invited to join in the festivities. We met so many great people and I really got to understand what this giant mountain is all about. It’s breathtaking in the summer and you can bet I’m gonna go back to ski in the winter.

Big Sky, Montana: Vine and Dine Food & Wine Weekend | MarlaMeridith.com — Gucci + wine parties are always in style!

Vine and Dine events were like taste expeditions….taking in stunning big mountain views with food and drink highlights. We tried local favorites and also so many tasty bites with an international flare.

There was a mixology seminar by the fabulous Death & Co. where we learned coveted new tips for our next cocktail party. They even hosted a speakeasy that was dark, mysterious and delicious.

Pinot on the Peak | Big Sky, Montana | MarlaMeridith.com — We so enjoyed Pinot on the Peak!

You can choose from many events. There are seminars, receptions, dinners and even something called Pinot on the Peak, which was a favorite for many. At that event we took a tram to over 11,000 feet. The views were breathtaking! Saying “cheers” to each other and all our new friends with sparkling Pinot bubbly in hand was truly magical. Be sure to mark your calendar‘s for mid August… trust me you will be happy if you can make it to this spirited event at Big Sky!

Big Sky, Montana Trail Map | MarlaMeridith.com — The Biggest Skiing in America, count me in!!!

Watch the video for more details on Vine & Dine

~ Marla Meridith

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Fashion

September 10, 2019

Shop the Post: The Best Jeans Trends for Fall ’19

Outfit details:

Jeans: Junya Watanabe
Shoes (a few options): Nine West, Dries Van Nouten, Christian Louboutin, Prada
Sweater: Moncler

I am obsessed with denim and pretty much always have been. So many colors, washes and styles are worth a closer look at this year. For fall ’19 I’m swooning over these jeans I’m wearing in the photo by Junya Watanabe. I love the idea of distressed denim mixed with frays and plaid fabric patches. If you want to go with a moripse simple, cleaner look then there are plenty of those too. How about leggy, curve hugging skinny jeans? If you don’t already, follow me on the easy to shop LiketoKnow.IT app. Everything you need (all my favorite styles) are right at your fingertips.

The Best Jeans Trends for Fall '19. Shop them all right here! MarlaMeridith.com

Don’t be fooled by classic mom jeans. They are hipper than ever with 90’s classic high waisted style. Whether your look is flared, straight legged, wide legged, boyfriend, skinny or cropped flares, there are plenty of options for all!

Here are styles to look for that will get you through the rest of 2019 and hopefully way beyond!

Patchwork

Playful and fun…pattern and color blocking are in high demand for fall & winter. Adds hip whimsy to any outfit!

B-Sides Mid-Rise Straight Leg Jeans $425

Junya Watanabe Patchwork High-Rise Straight Jeans $745

Junya Watanabe Low-Rise Patchwork Jeans $805

Flares

This vintage inspired feminine cut clearly has many reasons why it’s been around forever. It’s curve hugging, sexy and elongates your legs too!

Wide Leg

A little Hip Hop meets great fall style with these wide leg jeans.

Skinny

Skinny jeans are my go-to. They can easily be dressed up or down and are just as cute with cowboy boots as they are with stilettos.

Coated

Give denim a splashy edge when it’s coated! Adds some shine and a leathery look. Dresses up the simplest of styles.

J Brand Maria Coated High Rise Skinny Jeans $278

~ Marla Meridith

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Dessert

September 3, 2019

Maple Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream

If there something I absolutely love so much and cannot live without it’s whipped cream. I love to flavor whipped cream in so many different ways but my absolute favorite way is to sweeten it is with pure maple syrup and vanilla bean!

I use this simple Maple Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream in my morning coffee and sometimes I even sneak in a few spoonfuls throughout the day. Instead of using powdered sugar, the traditional way to sweeten whipped cream try using maple syrup. A great addition to any fall desserts. Try some with your bowl of berries!

Shop for vanilla bean and my favorite vanilla bean paste.

Click HERE for recipe details.

~ Marla Meridith

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Metallics

Neutrals & Nudes

Polish Sets

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Patchwork

Flares

Wide Leg

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Coated

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