I'm such a creature of habit. I like things simple and easy. I can't even remember the last time I went to Costco, which used to be my obsession. Now it feels like everything is on Amazon (even Saks Luxury, apparently).
Here are some of the things I've ordered—and reordered—recently:
Price: $5.88 USD
Why I love it: I discovered these a few years ago when the founder and his mom started posting on Instagram. I’ve reordered them countless times because they actually taste good, they don’t upset my stomach the way popcorn does, and they satisfy that carb craving without being a protein bar. They’re made from popped water lily seeds, and my favorites are the Himalayan pink salt and vegan cheese flavors. I’m also lucky—my daughter-in-law’s mom makes her own and brings them in giant Ziploc bags. Hers are equally delicious.
Gustaf's Salted Dutch Licorice Coins
Price: $9.92 USD
Why I love it: I’ve discovered that I really love black licorice—but not Twizzlers. I’m not a big sugar lover (too much of it never makes me feel great), but these Dutch licorice coins from Gustav are just salty enough to curb a sweet tooth after dinner. The slight saltiness feels very Dutch or Swedish. It’s definitely a taste you have to get used to. One time, I accidentally ordered the mega-salty version. That was a little too much, even for me.
Pro tip: Once you open the bag, store them in a mason jar with a lid—they stay much fresher. And trust me, you don’t want to overeat them. Two or three is perfect.
StackMan 125 Pack- Paper Plates
Price: $26.69 USD
Why I love it: I know paper plates aren’t always the most environmentally friendly option, but with the number of people I feed regularly, they’re a staple in my house. These are compostable, recyclable, and, most importantly, they don’t bend when you're carrying food from the kitchen to outside. I always keep a pack on hand.
Natural Plant Based Scrub Sponge 12 Pack
Price: $15.99
Why I love it: These sponges have been on my list for a few years now. I love them. I’ve tried washing them, and it’s fine, but one of my quirks is that I really love a fresh sponge—almost as much as I love new socks. It drives me crazy when I go to grab one and someone has used it to clean god knows what…maybe the floor or the garbage bin... If they smell even a little mildewy, I toss them.
Full disclosure: if my husband is nearby, he’ll ask, “Why are you throwing out another sponge?” So I usually do it when he’s not around.
Price: $18.00
Why I love it: I found Jao during the pandemic, when so many hand sanitizers were sticky, smelled terrible, and dried out your skin. This one doesn’t. It smells really good…so good, I’ve trained all my artists and store teams to use it. It comes in a few sizes: mini ones for your purse, and big bottles for the house.
Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega
Price: $36.30 USD
Why I love it: These jelly-textured, good-tasting gummy chews are the easiest way I’ve found to take my omega-3s. I trust the brand, and unlike most fish oils that require you to swallow three massive capsules (which I can’t and won’t do), these are a treat. I keep a stash in my purse and in the kitchen.
Price: $12.95 USD
Why I love it: I discovered liquid chlorophyll at a gym in the Bahamas. The water was this light green color, and it tasted so clean and refreshing, I drank it down fast. There’s no sugar, no artificial flavor, just a really mild taste that makes drinking water way more enjoyable. Apparently, it’s also good for you. Warning: rookie mistake—I once left a bottle half open and my granddaughter Lilli said, “BB, what’s this?” before dumping it all over our pale, porous wood floor. You should’ve seen my husband and me on our hands and knees scrubbing so it wouldn’t stain.
Price: $29 USD
Why I love it: I actually pre-ordered my own memoir the day it went live on Amazon. If you didn’t know, you can pre-order it, which means it’ll arrive on your doorstep the day it’s released. (And yes, I’ve been told to encourage you to do that—pre-orders really help with the best-sellers list!)
I’d love to hear everyone else’s Amazon go-tos! Let me know.
The best part of this is that your granddaughter calls you BB!! Love it
I love when you share some of your favorite things! I want to try the popped water lily seeds. I need to pre-order your book!