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Experts weigh in on how to spice up your every day life. [View this email in your browser]( The season of love is far from over. This month is all about [small acts of love]( so why not romanticize your own life? It’s as simple as cooking a special dish by one of Tastemade’s expert chefs, finding new gems from unique [Black-owned businesses]( and improving your home decor with tips from a DIY genius. But first, let’s dive into a brain game from our friends at Lil’ Snack. 🧠[Click to Answer]( FOOD What to Eat Learn from the pros. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just getting to know the talent at Tastemade, these recipes are a great introduction to our roster of chefs. Pappardelle with Ragu by Chef Frankie Celenza Treat yourself to a restaurant-worthy pasta dinner at a fraction of the price with Frankie’s signature pasta smothered in a show-stopping sauce. [Make It]( Spicy Meatballs with Creamy Polenta and Gremolata by Chef Derrell SmithServe up a classic Sunday supper with Derrell’s signature dish: spicy chicken meatballs! If you’re lucky, you just might have leftovers. [Make It]( Your FREE guide to getting dinner on the table. With 100 mouth-watering and accessible recipes, Make This Tonight is the cookbook you’ll actually use. Our best-selling cookbook retails for $27, but you can get one for FREE when you become a Tastemade+ member! [Subscribe Now]( Root Beer-Glazed Pork Banh Mi by Chef Dale Talde Dale fires up the grill to make sticky & sweet glazed pork chops. Serve on a crusty loaf of bread with pickled vegetables for the perfect bite. [Make It]( Coquito French Toast Bites by Chef Alex HillHomemade brunch has never been sweeter thanks to Alex’s individual French toast bites topped with dulce de leche and fresh blueberries. [Make ‘Em]( TIPS What to Do Escape to Paso Robles, California's Charming Wine Country Welcome to [Paso Robles]( — a food, wine & art lover's dream travel destination. From [world-class wineries and innovative eats]( to live music, endless entertainment, and sweeping views, this quaint California town has everything you need for a weekend escape. Discover the many Paso-bilities waiting just for you! [Plan Your Trip]( Support Black-owned businesses online. February is Black History Month, and Tastemade is committed to [supporting and amplifying Black voices]( not only this month, but year-round. We’ve got a roundup of Black-owned food and beverage businesses that you can support online. Remember that you can always [explore your own neighborhood]( and shop local, too! [AVEC]( Besties Alex and Dee set out on a mission: To create cocktail mixers made for the modern drinker, with deliciousness from real ingredients. [Zach & Zoë Honey]( The Johnson family took up beekeeping to help alleviate their son’s allergies. They’ve been on a mission to change the way people view honey and bees ever since. [Capital City]( Try a taste of Washington, D.C. by slathering sweet & sticky Mambo Sauce over your chicken wings, fries, burgers, and beyond. [Brooklyn Tea]( Founded by a husband and wife team, Brooklyn Tea sources and curates high-quality teas from around the globe and shares brews with customers in person and online. [Trade Street Jam Co.]( Dig into vegan and low-sugar jams and sauces perfect for cooking, baking, cocktails and more. CREATOR’S CORNER Who to Follow Meet Lowe. Below, we chat with Lowe of [Hot Sunday Home]( a creator who shares unique decor and DIY tips from her ever-changing Los Angeles apartment. showing her audience how easy it is to create a sanctuary even when you rent. *This interview has been edited for brevity. TASTEMADE: How do you define “Small Acts?” What are some ways you like to give back to the community? LOWE: One of my favorite ways to give back to my community in L.A. is to shop small, especially when I’m doing my daily walks. There’s an excellent shop right down the street from me, the Guatemalteca Bakery, that I love getting all of my breads and pastries from. How do you bring moments of love into your daily life? I like to think bringing moments of love into my life just looks like romanticizing the small things. Lately, I’ve been stopping by the flower market to bring home a few special stems just because. And being sure to open the curtains in my living room every single morning helps me start the day with a bit of sunshine and intention. 45 Three Modern Vintage in Los Angeles Can you share a few of your favorite Black-owned businesses? One of my absolute favorite Black-owned businesses is [45 Three Modern Vintage](. The owner, Stacy, is such a gem, and her shop in the heart of L.A. is filled with so many treasures. Vintage wood chairs, stone lamps, art galore — it’s truly an antique lover’s paradise. I also love that there are pieces of Stacy's history sprinkled in: Photos of her mom with Betty Shabazz (Malcolm X’s wife) and black and white snapshots of her family add a little soul into the mix. I’m also a forever fan of [Bloom and Plume Coffee](. It’s owned by Maurice Harris, florist and cultural icon extraordinaire, and the drinks are just as colorful and delish as Harris’s bouquets. What are some things in your home you’re really loving these days? Honestly, I’ve been loving my TV a lot lately. I’ve been in my homebody era for the past few months, and truly nothing beats vegging out on the couch with snacks and [a TV that’s on a rolling easel](. I can wheel it all around the apartment! When I’m able to pull myself away from couch rotting, I’ve been enjoying [my new bistro table](. It did cost me a pretty penny at Lulu and Georgia, but it adds the sweetest marble touch and doesn’t take up much space. I’m already planning to snag [a Saguaro lamp]( (from one of my fave artists and designers, Élan Byrd) to pop on top for a little color. [Follow @hotsundayhome]( ENTERTAINMENT On Our Feed Small Act of the Week: Put your DIY hat on and build a little home for your feathered friends. 🏠[Watch on Instagram]( Tell us how you feel. 💭 How likely are you to recommend this newsletter to a friend? lowest [1]( [2]( [3]( [4]( [5]( [6]( [7]( [8]( [9]( [10]( highest [Instagram icon]( [Pinterest icon]( [TikTok icon]( Was this email forwarded to you? [Sign up!]( Copyright (C) 2024 Tastemade. All rights reserved. You're receiving this because you opted into our email list. Our mailing address is: Tastemade 3019 Olympic Blvd Stage C Santa Monica, CA 90404 USA [Add us to your address book]( [Update Email Preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( from this list.