The Ultimate Groom To-Do List | Wedding Planning Checklist

Not quite sure what to do before you say: "I do."? AMAS and Carly from Emerald Engagements has it locked in with The Ultimate Groom To-Do List.

Vaya Con Dios.

SO MUCH TO THINK ABOUT. SO LITTLE TIME. THAT’S WHERE I COME IN.

My name is Carly and I have been in the event planning industry for three years. I fell in love with planning weddings when I was in college at The University of Hawaii at Manoa studying Communications. I loved planning tropical beach weddings, however, I have enjoyed getting to see the Pacific Northwest and embracing all the trends!

Wedding planning is stressful and takes a lot of time and organization. Lucky for you, I pride myself on time management and keeping things organized.

 I love being a part of people’s love stories and watching them unfold. It’s a special moment to watch the partner’s reaction as they see their person for the first time. I have a fiery passion to plan and would love to grab a cup of coffee and chat about your special day.

I offer affordable, highly-professional wedding and event planning services that fit any budget and imagination. From helping your ideas become reality to filling in for those who feel creatively challenged, I can help you experience the wedding of your dreams!

CARLY ALBERT

PHOTOGRAPHY: Rachelle Erickson

This Is How You Make Perfectly Cooked Chicken | Easy Chicken Recipe For Beginners

Sponsored by: Fuse Sauces

"It takes a tough man to make a tender chicken." - Frank Perdue

Savory, sweet, and spicy, this bird ain't playin games. Join Amas and Celebrity Chef J of Rain City Catering as they prepare some finger-lickin' Honey Chicken.

Honey Cilantro Chicken

2 ea bone in chicken hind quarters

1/2 cup Fuse Honey Cilantro sauce

Optional add-ins:

2 teaspoons canola oil

2 teaspoon Sambal

1 tbs chopped garlic

Squeeze 1 lime

1 tbs soy sauce

1 tbs honey

1 tbs chopped green onion

1 tbs chopped fresh cilantro

Mix in bowl and pour over chicken

marinate for at least 4 hours  

Season chicken with salt and pepper and brown in a pan or on a grill. Once browned on both sides place on baking sheet and roast at 350 degrees for 25 to 35 minutes and enjoy!

About Fuse Sauces

In 2007, Fuse started its first restaurant location in Yaletown (Vancouver, Canada) and slowly expanded to several satellite locations. Fuse Pan Asian Express offered delicious hand-made tapas and custom stir-fries.

Fuse Pan Asian Cafe followed soon after to offer innovative Asian fusion beverages – from honey Chrysanthemum ginger ale to fresh black currant ice teas.

In 2009, our customers started asking us for extra sauces with their food orders. When customers started bringing their own containers in, we knew it was time to bottle and sell our sauces.

By 2010, our sauces were available at local farmers markets, high-end retailers and our restaurants/cafes in Vancouver.

In 2014, Fuse TemptAsian Sauces was born in Seattle, and we are excited to offer our retail bottles (12 oz.) and food-service jugs (128 oz.) to customers in the Pacific Northwest.

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Fuse Sauces

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Look Good In Every Picture | How To Be Photogenic

Are you suffering from photo-anxiety? Dealing with selfie-withdrawl? Snap out of it! AMAS and Brandon "Ill Will" Williams show you the photogenic dos and dont's behind the lens so that every side is your good side.

ABOUT ME

ILL WILL MEDIA was founded by myself, Brandon "Ill Will" Williams, in the summer of 2018.  I am a Navy veteran and found my way to photography through documenting my trips around the world while on deployments.  My passion for street and car photography, along with all things abstract, lead to capturing those moments for Instagram and Facebook.

We are based in Augusta, GA and were created after several requests from local followers on Instagram and successful free portrait sessions with friends and family.  I specialize in portrait, product, and sports photography.  Short form videography and social media campaign content are also in my repertoire.  

Feel free to email me personally with any questions, bookings, or references for work.  I bring creativity, humor, and experience to all sessions I'm involved in! Definitely follow me on Instagram and subscribe to my YouTube channel that has plenty of new content on the way! Thank you for your support in advance!

Photos By: ILL WILL MEDIA

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Easy Celebrity Chef Recipe || Cold Asian Noodle Salad

Looking for a stylish kitchen hack that's healthy for the wallet and good for the soul? Join AMAS and Celebrity Chef Jeremy Bryant of Rain City Catering as they prepare a high reward, low-effort dish: The Asian Noodle Salad.

Cold Asian Noodle Salad

2 cups cooked rice noodles

squeeze 1 lime

1/2 cup of Fuze Sesame Ginger sauce

Optional add-ins:

1 tbs sambal

1 tbs sesame oil

1/4 cup chopped green onions

1 tbs sesame seeds

1 tbs soy sauce

Mix together in a bowl and enjoy

SPECIAL THANKS

Fuse Sauces

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Model Reviews My Menswear Outfits | What Women Want Men To Wear

In celebration of International Women's Day! Join Goddess Bohem and AMAS as they showcase fly outfits and accessories from a woman's point of view.

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The Sweet Alchemist

Alchemy is the ancient theory and philosophy for changing accessible materials into more complex substances. Over time, Alchemists sought knowledge on natural elements and how they intertwined with arcane magicks and stargazing. Our world has changed much since these artisans walked the land, but their effect in the Modern era cannot be understated.

“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too.”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

Feeling inspired by these revolutionary men and women, Chef Julien Chantereau bursts upon the scene with an alchemical approach to confectionaries. He is the Sweet Alchemist.

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Photography- ILLWILLMEDIA

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Coming 2 America - Virtual Premiere Giveaway

Sometime's you've gotta go back to where it all began.

So nice they (finally) did it twice. Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall, James Earl Jones, and Shari Headley all reprise their iconic roles in the Cult Classic sequel: Coming2America. Join King Akeem as he reunites with his long-lost son - Lavelle - who is the unexpected heir to the throne of Zamunda. Are you as excited as I am? Well, it gets even better.
#EddieMurphyProductions - in partnership with Amazon Studios - would love to invite two lucky guests to view a free advanced screening!

Interested? To enter, put your email in the form below. The winners will be drawn and notified on March 2nd at 5:00 PM PST (the advanced screening is on 3/4/2021)!

Coming2America will officially air on Amazon, Friday, 3/5/2021.

I Hired A Personal Shopper

Relax and take notes! Join AMAS for a quick lesson with in-demand Personal Stylist Tannya Bernadette of My Closet Edit. Here we assess how a second set of eyes may benefit your fashion.

"Measure twice cut once." - Benvenuto Cellini

Tannya Bernadette

MASTER STYLIST + FOUNDER 

An advocate for helping others live their best life and a leader in bringing together the community. Her heart is set on creating projects that give back, to help make other people’s lives easier, and inspire women to dream.

As a working mom, Tannya knows what it’s like to be busy, have multiple roles to play and want a sense of control in your life. With style, you can decide how you want to feel and show up. You can decide how you spend your money and how you can make the best use of it.

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Forever Together Or Forever Alone

The Best of Times...

Love is Transcendent. Otherworldly. Enduring. Everlasting.

"You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams." ― Dr. Seuss

To have and to hold; to be held by another and wholly accepted is a rarified space to be in. I'm sure you will agree, having a significant other by your side is the most exuberant feeling a man (or woman) can experience in their lifetime. Regarding love, most folks often say (by the way, I despise cliches) that she finds you when you least expect it. Romance is a funny gal; she flirts with chance and dances with surprise. Some couples come together for their shared characteristics and similarities. Other pairings attract like magnets with intense polarities because of diverging histories and personality differences. Though the flavors may be varied, the critical ingredients often remain intact: patience, kindness, fidelity, and unity. These components (along with a dash of curiosity) forge an unseen tether—the spiritual, mental, and sexual bond which is as old as time itself.

Love

"Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around. You tell them things that you've never shared with another soul and they absorb everything you say and actually want to hear more. You share hopes for the future, dreams that will never come true, goals that were never achieved and the many disappointments life has thrown at you. When something wonderful happens, you can't wait to tell them about it, knowing they will share in your excitement. They are not embarrassed to cry with you when you are hurting or laugh with you when you make a fool of yourself. Never do they hurt your feelings or make you feel like you are not good enough, but rather they build you up and show you the things about yourself that make you special and even beautiful. There is never any pressure, jealousy, or competition but only a quiet calmness when they are around. You can be yourself and not worry about what they will think of you because they love you for who you are." - Bob Marley

Love is Greater

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The Worst of Times

Adapt or Die. Growth is Transcendent. Live. Love. Learn.

"The strongest man in the world is he who stands most alone." - Henrik Ibsen

There is a trade-off rarely mentioned in Disney films. A truth often found slightly beyond the raging hormones of adolescence: Love hurts.

It hurts deep. It hurts bad. Lost love is an enduring burn because it doesn't play out the way you would have wanted. Fate can be a fickle mistress. When things were good? They were great! When they are abysmal? That's a whole different story. Have you ever noticed that Disney deliberately fades The Little Mermaid out before her first argument with Prince Charming can hit the screen? Yeah. Movies... am I right? You know how it goes. In that fake, 2D world, they all live "Happily Ever After." In our 3D reality, there IS a "thingamabob" you will struggle to comprehend, and it's called "passive-aggressiveness."

Once the honeymoon phase wears off, those cute smiles and coy winks give way to rolled eyes and defiant glances. Then (months later), when enough is enough, and you're both nearing the expiration date? Someone whips out an intractable statement, feelings are severely damaged, and the writing magically appears on the wall. In time, the perfect insta-couple will split up, you will break down, and you both simultaneously play the roles of victor and victim to your poor friends (while swiping left and right furiously at 2am). This part really, really sucks.

Unfortunately, we aren't finished. What comes next? Lonely nights. A good cry. Solitude. Extended time alone.

It isn't easy going from a duet to a solo, but it is necessary for the trade-off to lock-in. At this point, you may be wondering, "what is this trade-off you keep mentioning, AMAS?" Oh, my bad. The trade-off is personal growth. Inner strength. Wisdom (see Eccl 1:18).

With your love lost, life may seem a bit bland...flavorless, but it's only temporary. I assure you, this is the time for your personal metamorphosis. To gain. To learn. To grow.

"The best thing for being sad...is to learn something. That is the only thing that never fails. You may grow old and trembling in your anatomies, you may lie awake at night listening to the disorder of your veins, you may miss your only love, you may see the world about you devastated by evil lunatics, or know your honor trampled in the sewers of baser minds. There is only one thing for it then---to learn. Learn why the world wags and what wags it. That is the only thing which the mind can never exhaust, never alienate, never be tortured by, never fear or distrust, and never dream of regretting. Learning is the thing for you. Look at what a lot of things there are to learn." - T.H. White, The Once and Future King

Growth is Greater

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Photography- ILLWILLMEDIA

Model - Jorden Jakobs

Voiceover - The Curator of Cool

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Where To Shop Menswear In 2021

Same old fashion habits in the New Year? Time to up the ante! AMAS details seven dope spots for cutting-edge fashion in 2021.

Madewell Men

Madewell Men's Collection includes essential pieces with a focus on denim and complementing styles like tees, sweatshirts, and jackets. For those of you who are in college, this is the great laidback brand for you. Even if you are a young professional who wants to upgrade his weekend look.

Todd Snyder

Offering signature essentials, statement pieces, custom suiting, and iconic accessories that reflect American style. This is the place you go if you want something more elevated than j.crew, but you don't have Ralph Lauren money. Interestingly enough, designer Todd Snyder has held leadership roles at both companies. Todd Snyder constantly pushes the envelope of the brand with collaborations with brands like ll bean and champion.

Blue Owl
Blue Owl specializes in quality denim, clothing, and accessories made by select artisans from Japan, the USA, Canada, and Europe. They carry 30+ designers from around the world. For those of you who have a more rugged aesthetic and enjoy discovering international brands, here is your new home.

Brooklyn Circus

Brooklyn Circus is a menswear brand that finds inspiration in the pages of history books. This menswear boutique specializing in "tailored casual" clothing designed to go from business meetings to the barbershop. Aesthetic is timeless, boyish, and distinctly academic, featuring a healthy supply of varsity jackets, cardigans, oversized trousers, and old school headwear.

18th Amendment

18th Amendment is a sartorial brand based in New York City, creatively directed by Angel Ramos. They believe in a world of tailoring that is timeless, creating pieces of clothing that legacies can inherit. Their garments are classically tailored by hand, with a jacket that is fully canvassed, a silhouette that is visually flattering, and trousers with a higher rise and brilliant drape. All inspired by the area the birthed the 18th Amendment.

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How to survive solo travel - Things to know about solo travel

This post was sponsored by Cabana.

"Investment in Travel is an investment in yourself." - Matthew Karsten

Typically when I think about traveling somewhere, I have another companion in mind. Whether it be a college bud, my cousin, or a significant other, most of my travel stories often have a companion or two mixed in. What am I getting at? Evolution. Something new. Leaning into an adventure. As a student of fashion, I know first hand that art and life often converge and provide ample opportunities to notice where the lines intersect. In fashion, we appreciate change. As each season brings in new styles and old callbacks (here's looking at you, summer dresses), I decided to mix it up: AMAS traveled solo.

"Alone" and "Lonely" aren't the same thing
Solo travel tips put a premium on people mixing, but this can be fruitless—you chose to travel alone after all. On the flip side, big groups rarely have time for solo activities; you won't have this issue, so, Carpe Omnia!

Measure Expectations
Everyone wants the perfect start to their vacation in which everything continues to run smoothly. Be sure to pace yourself and breathe slowly through the tense (and unexpected) moments.

Hostel, Hotels...Cabana?
Smart, Simple, Safe, and Reliable. These are a few of the core values at Cabana. In this video, AMAS takes the new Cabana van for a spin instead of other familiar travel pursuits. Ditch the hostel, run from the hotel, and hop in the van, man.

Manage your Cash, watch your stash
Broke is a hell of a lousy joke when out and about, but even more so when traveling solo. Transient tactics aren't going to cut it in unfamiliar territory. As a solo traveler, do not get accustomed to freebies with no one to watch your back. Also, always have money available to you or don't go at all! It is far safer to be bored at home than stuck on the road with only a dime on your person.

iOs or Android approved
When perusing the attractions or any place that requires patiently waiting, use your phone to book reservations or grab tickets in advance. Doing so will optimize your time when traveling by yourself.

In conclusion, traveling solo has its pros and cons. Pros: solo travel gives you the ultimate freedom, and "doing nothing on vacation" is acceptable. Cons: certain situations will still go wrong (which is typical for any trip). You cannot expect everything to go according to plan. The difference is you are more comfortable traveling by yourself. I want to say a special thank you to Cabana for letting me use one of their vans. Until next time, stay safe and happy trails.

Photography By Chad

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21 Clever Dating Questions || Great Date Questions

Fifty Cent (ne Curtis Jackson) released 21 questions back in 2003. As a crisp and fashionable update, AMAS provides a new set of questions - and, hopefully, the answers - to the curiously cautious serial dater in 2020.

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Tented Events PNW

Hey there! Here at Tented Events PNW, we specialize in one of a kind styled picnics, micro tented events and rentals. We love being able to provide one of a kind rentals and designs for any occasion. We believe gathering together in a beautiful setting with friends and family is some of the most special memories you can create.

From planning and decor to contactless drop off and/or set up and pick up, our goal is to create a stress-free, memorable experience. Tented Events PNW takes you back to the basics with the special tradition of stunning picnics that turn any day into a special occasion. From a romantic dinner for two to group gatherings, we’ve got you covered. Contact us to get planning your next special event!

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Goodness Grazers

Gather. Graze. Savor.

Our motto is a true reflection of our company’s core values. To Gather ; bring people, quality ingredients, and art together with a medley of drool worthy visuals and flavors. To Graze ; the freedom to roam, the exploration of the spread. And finally, to Savor ; take your time, enjoy the moment, make a memory. Food brings us together, grazing offers an interactive snacking experience for all to take part.

Proudly based in Seattle, Washington, Goodness Grazers is here to offer the perfect addition to your event, special occasion or even just a night in. Allow us to create something beautiful and delicious for you to enjoy.

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Photography: Juniper And Fog.

We love being storytellers. We love having the opportunity to give our couples more than just memories. We pride ourselves on making our couples fall in lover harder than they already were. When you book with us you aren’t just getting two dudes with cameras. You’re getting bestfriends. You’re getting a few hours of adventure with two people that not only are in love but understand your love. Every love story is unique. It should be treated as so. We understand not only that, but want to highlight what makes you two ..well you. Love is Love. Let us show you off unapologetically.

We don’t want the awkward poses or fake smiles. We want the quirky moments and uncontrollable laughter. We want that moment when one of you is whipsering “I love you” and all you want is for time to stop. That flicker! Between the flick of a light and the start of a dream. So if you’re up for a golden hour evening, maybe hiking to a waterfall and don’t mind getting a little dirty with the love of your life all while your new bestfriends run around you acting like photography ninjas. Then let’s do this! We’d be more than happy to hop on a Facetime call, meet up for coffee or pizza.

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How to Build the Perfect Bar Cart | The Essential Guide to Bar Carts

Dine well, Dress well, Drink well, and Do well. Get your spirit neat - or dirty - as AMAS and AnthonyuJR (of Laidbackallure and Cognac Smalltalk) share essential bar cart beginner tips for the would-be home bartender.

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TAKE GOOD CARE: 6 TIPS FOR MAKING YOUR DENIM LAST

AMAS Jeanius - A man with knowledge on all things Denim.

Feelin' the deep blues? We're here to help. AMAS quickly covers some of the best care practices in the ever-evolving world of Denim.

Photography by: Clairin Joy

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8 Easy Fall Outfits For Men || Fall 2020 lookbook

Dashing in Houndstooth or Herringbone, take a (fall) trip down the autumnal lane in this informative lookbook by A Man About Style and Teddy (@TeddyFresh101).

AMAS Quick tip: Fall is for lovers (strike that) layers. As we collectively embrace the beauties of cuffing season, AMAS delivers some savory tips via an informative lookbook. Gents, make fair use of that daylight savings hour and give this video a spin. You'll be sure to thank us later. Happy hunting!

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Movie Giveaway! - Black Box Amazon Prime Video

Riddle me this: If you could re-live your precious memories in vivid detail, would you? Is it worth it to re-experience your past life a second time? Black Box (starring Mamoudou Athie, Amanda Christine, and the timeless Phylicia Rashad) is a high-tech thriller determined to answer these questions. Cool, right? Well, it gets even better. #WelcometoTheBlumhouse - in partnership with Amazon studios - would love to invite one lucky guest to a virtual giveaway! 

Interested? To enter, put your email in the the form. Winner will be drawn and notified October 2 6:00PM PST!

Black Box will officially air on Amazon Monday October 5th 6:30PM PST!

Movie Summery:

Having lost his wife and his memory in a tragic car accident, news photographer Nolan Wright (Mamoudou Athie) is desperate to regain a sense of normalcy for both himself and his young daughter Ava (Amanda Christine). So when brilliant neuropsychiatrist Dr. Lillian Brooks (Phylicia Rashad) invites him to participate in an experimental treatment that might reverse his condition, he agrees. Using a hypnosis-inducing device called the Black Box, she unearths lost memories which allows patients to experience them first-hand. But the memories he experiences reveal a much darker past than he anticipated. Even more terrifying is the disfigured creature that threatens to kill Nolan in his surreal dream-state. A haunting descent into one man’s shattered psyche, Black Box is a high-tech thriller that poses the question: Do we run our minds or do our minds run us?

Directed By: Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour Jr. 

Starring: Mamoudou Athie, Phylicia Rashad, Amanda Christine, Tosin Morohunfola, Charmaine Bingwa, and Troy James

Teleplay by: Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour Jr. and Stephen Herman 

Story by: Stephen Herman 

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Welcome to the Blumhouse is an anthology of unique and unsettling thrillers showcasing diverse casts led by emerging filmmakers, including several female directors. Produced by Blumhouse — maker of provocative films and television such asGet Out,Whiplash, “Sharp Objects”andThe Gift—and available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video worldwide, the first four films in the series will be released in October 2020, with four more titles set to arrive in 2021.  

“Amazon and Blumhouse were aligned in wanting to make original stories from diverse perspectives,” says Blumhouse founder and CEO Jason Blum. “It’s been a priority for both companies to work with women and underrepresented filmmakers and give a platform to new voices. One of the ways we’ve been able to make great movies and TV shows is to tap into pools of talent that haven’t been drawn on over the years.”  

Welcome to the Blumhouse focuses on thrillers, suspense and psychological dramas — genres beloved by audiences but rarely offered in theaters. The films explore relatable themes about cultural differences, societal pressures and personal anxieties, and feature emerging stars alongside established actors in surprising new roles. While each film stands on its own, they all share a through-line of family and love as either a redemptive or a destructive force.  

The result is a series of unforgettable psychological thrillers that tap into our deepest fears and are guaranteed to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. 

How to Cook Without A Recipe

The great Renaissance artist, inventor, and OG style bender, Leonardo Da Vinci - probably on a beautiful summer day - once opined: "Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication". AMAS and Chef Megan Sanchez set out to test these words by crafting the perfect simple salad. From flavor to texture, melon to mint, shallots to cilantro, learn the basic building blocks for a timeless classic. 

Megan Sanchez is the Chef and Co-Owner of Güero in Portland, Oregon. As Chef, Owner, and Creative Director, Megan sits at the helm of this unique restaurant dedicated to the unsung hero of Mexican street food and to the Sanchez family tradition of intimate hospitality. Güero has earned local and national acclaim during its opening year including being named The Oregonian’s Rising Star Restaurant and among Bon Appétit’s Best New Restaurants In America.

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7 Incredible Cooking Hacks from A Pro Chef | Helpful Cooking Tips And Tricks

Real men rise to every challenge. This week, Amas gets it cookin' with culinary exemplar and owner of Güero, Chef Megan Sanchez. Bust out the mortar and pestle, select your spices, and arrange that mise en place to style up and dial-up your kitchen. 

About Megan Sanchez

Megan Sanchez is the Chef and Co-Owner of Güero in Portland, Oregon. As Chef, Owner, and Creative Director, Megan sits at the helm of this unique restaurant dedicated to the unsung hero of Mexican street food and to the Sanchez family tradition of intimate hospitality. Güero has earned local and national acclaim during its opening year including being named The Oregonian’s Rising Star Restaurant and among Bon Appétit’s Best New Restaurants In America.

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The Most Fashionable Face Masks | Henry Mask Co Review

We all need to wear masks! So we decided to review luxury designer Rich Fresh's Henry Mask. If you're trying to figure out where to buy face masks right now, look no further. We think we have found the most practical and stylish mask on the market.

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Savor Seattle Unboxing

We were gifted a solidarity box from Savor Seattle. As we stand in solidarity for racial justice and equality we wanted to amplify Black business. In this video we will do a quick unboxing to show you want to expect from a Savor Seattle box.

The Seattle Solidarity Box features 11 incredible black-owned Seattle area food businesses. We are donating 100% of profits on the first 200 boxes sold to the Black Lives Matter Fund and $5.00 for every subsequent box sold. Your purchase of this box means a direct payment to businesses and to a local organization committed to making a difference. 

Join us in shining a light on talented small business artisans in our community. To Purchase A Box 

What's in the Seattle Solidarity Box:

• JuneBaby – Two-time James Beard award winner Edourado Jordan's pimento cheese and "Lucinda's granola"
  Lucinda’s granola is a wonderful treat for breakfast. It's made with currants, sultanas, cherries, coconut flakes, almonds, pistachios, millet, oats, and baharat spice mix.

• La Spiga – Homemade fresh tagliatelle and beef and pork ragu. 
  Fresh Italian flavors straight from Chef Sabrina Tinsley's kitchen to yours!
  

• Hot Chocolat – 5-piece macaron set
  Lemon, chocolate, strawberry, pistachio, and vanilla

• Umami Kushi – 2 Caribbean jerk chicken okazu pans
  In Japan, okazu pans are known as small grab and go bread treats that contain a savory filling. Marinated chicken thighs with plantains, roasted yams, and black beans.

• Pot Pie Factory – 2 Hoppin' John pot pies
  An exciting collaboration with Metier Brewing's Scotch Brown Ale! This pot pie is based on a traditional dish typically made on New Year's Day for good luck, made with black-eyed peas, smoked ham hock, collards, and rice. The ultimate comfort food! This classic dish has been modernized to fit your life today: healthy, hearty, and filled with unforgettable flavor. Antibiotic and hormone-free meats, no chemical additives, no flavor enhancers, and no preservatives.

• Bite Me, Inc. – 6 delectable "The True OG" Cookie dough balls Ever had "The Cookie" from Metropolitan Market? Now's your rare chance to taste the original recipe from the creator herself, Deb Tuggle, right at home! Made with two kinds of pure Belgian chocolate, domestic walnuts, pure cane GMO-free sugar, and rBST free butter. No cost-reducing shortcuts! There's a reason why the original is the BEST. 
  

• Boon Boona Coffee – Whole bean locally-roasted coffee
  

• HerbanFarm –  Rainier Rub
  

  AKA Taco Tuesday Night seasoning! Great on all foods especially beef and chicken. Hand-blended with rosemary, parsley marjoram, basil, sage, mustard, celery seed, cumin, lemon powder, dill, habanero, chili pepper, garlic, onion, and black pepper.

• Atomic Corn – *NEW!* "Out of this world" Haley's Comet Cookies 'n Cream, Sea Salt, or Garden Veggie gourmet popcorn. 
  The latest creations from Jesse Lee Marshall of acclaimed My Sweet Lil' Cakes.

• JT's BBQ Sauce – JT's Original Louisiana BBQ Sauce
  A "pinch o' lovin'" in every bottle!  

• Thyme Well Spent Catering – A surprise selection of Chef Chantel Jackson's premium blend of caffeine-free teas blended with thyme and other botanicals. Your box will include one of the following four flavors: Peachy Thyme, Super Fruit Thyme, Chocolate Thyme, and Sweet Applemint Thyme. 
  Did you know there were are 400 subspecies of thyme? For centuries it has been known for it's powerful antibacterial and immune properties. It also has served as a mood improver.
  

• Possibly more surprises to come! Stay tuned. 🖤

Photos shown are for illustrative purposes. Occasionally products may need to be modified due to supply and demand. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding!

*Zip code dependent

Please note: Seattle Solidarity Box orders are fulfilled at a different location than Iconic Market Boxes and thus we are not able to combine deliveries with Market boxes. So if you want to place an order with more than one TYPE of box, you'll need to place separate orders. A specific delivery or pickup date must be selected for each order at checkout. Pickup is not available for the Solidarity box. Thank you for your understanding!

Delivery* is available on Monday, June 29th.  Due to your generous support, this box has sold out six times already and the merchants are bringing jobs back and investing in materials to fulfill these orders. Based on demand, we will continue to offer additional delivery dates each week. 

We are selling out quickly! Please submit your orders soon and we can coordinate with our partners to increase capacity!

A selection of these products is also available as a shippable box nationwide. 

I Benefited from White Privilege | Vlog

Amidst everything going on over the last few days add massive frustration to what began as peaceful protesting in light of what injustices against George Floyd. I was asked to give my perspective on what is going on with black lives matter, white privilege and police brutality. ‪If you disagree with parts of what I said in this video understand that’s ok. I just want to encourage starting the conversation for a productive purpose.

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