The Pasta Drop: FEW for All, with Brightland
We are proud to announce a new, limited-run partnership with Few for All
Field Notes
Q&A with Nutritionist Bianca Valle
Meet Bianca Valle, the nutritionist with a balanced, holistic approach to healthy.
A Holiday Dinner Side Dish that Takes Center Stage
With turkey and ham in droves, we always crave some vegetables during holiday parties. This simple and gorgeous carrot recipe from China Kautz (the stylist and photographer behind the lovely @olivecreativeco) uses everyday ingredients but will have your guests begging for the recipe. Keep reading for China's nightly routine and her carrot recipe that we'll be serving all winter long.
During the Holidays, Commit to Living in a Golden State
Well-intentioned as we try to be, this time of year can inevitably be stressful, hectic, and leave us feeling more depleted than fulfilled - not exactly living in a golden state. We wanted to take an opportunity to share some inspiring-- and delightful-- answers to the question "What does living in a golden state mean to you?"
An Olive Oil Cake for Every Soiree this Season
As an olive oil brand, our collection of olive oil cake recipes is something we hold dear. We are so pleased to share with you our round up of these top notch olive oil cake recipes, one for every occasion this holiday season.
A Note from the Founder
Field Notes are our organic exploration of the world at large - a curation of things, big and small, that inspire and delight us at Brightland HQ. Keep wandering and tasting life.
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A Round-Up of the Best Netflix Documentaries for a Cozy Autumn Night
Those cooler Autumn nights are the perfect excuse to cozy up with a cup of tea, fuzzy blanket, and a fascinating documentary. We've gathered up some of our favorites on Netflix at the moment, we hope you enjoy. (And please send us your #cozyautumnnight views)
Sam's Easy Fall Kale Salad
Brightland's Digital Marketing Advisor gave us the skinny on his easy and flavorful Fall Kale Salad
Try CBD-Infused Dip for an Effervescent Dinner Party
Trending with Food Innovators—CBD Dips. Here's how: Amy Holt shows us the perfect way to add a little unexpected fun to your next dinner party. A host who adds CBD to the hummus and beet dip? Talk about setting the mood.
5 Independent Magazines to Brighten Mid-Winter Nights
We have to admit, we are loving these chilly mid-winter nights and all of the cozy reading opportunities that they bring, and we are absolutely adoring the plethora of incredible independent magazines on shelves right now. From the inspiring articles to the museum gallery-worthy cover art, these magazines are all covering our coffee tables. Read on for some of our favorites of the moment.
A Fresh Take on the Meat Delivery Industry: A Chat with Porter Road's Chris Carter
Chris Carter is the co-founder of Porter Road, an company with a new outlook on the meat industry in America. Porter Road works with select local farms, processes all meat in their own facility in Kentucky, and expertly hand-cuts every piece. While the butcher shop has become a cult favorite for people who live nearby, the founders realized that friends and family outside of Nashville were still stuck eating low quality, grocery store meat. In 2017, they decided to take Porter Road online with the goal of making the world’s best meat accessible nationwide. We chatted with Chris about the beauty of smoking meat and grandma's fried chicken.
Winter 2019 Love List
With the season of giving fast approaching, we have been thinking about what items in our possession truly bring us joy. While we believe that the best way to the heart is through the stomach, the second best way is certainly through a thoughtful, personal gift. Our Winter 2019 Love List, curated by Brightland founder Aishwarya Iyer features favorite, diverse products that we hope you and your loved ones enjoy as much as we have.
11 Coffee Table Books we Love
Is there anything better than curling up on the couch and flipping through a gorgeous new coffee table book? Here at Brightland HQ, coffee table books are treasured and much discussed. From niche cookbooks to design collections, here is a round up of our favorites at the moment.
Summer 2019 Love List
Living a life full of ardor is something we want to unapologetically pursue, and that starts with the things we are enthusiastically passionate about right now
5 Artists that Brighten the Kitchen
We think all kitchens need two things: A Brightland DUO and an amazing piece of art. Here are some of our favorite artists at the moment whose vibrant work brings everyday elegance to the home.
Inflammation 101: Q&A With Dr. Cooke
We have all heard that anti-inflammatory foods are beneficial for us, but what does that actually mean? Luckily, we have Dr. Elke Cooke here to answer all of our questions! Read more about inflammatory foods to avoid, top anti-inflammatory foods, and why olive oil is considered such an anti-inflammatory superfood.
The Healthy-ish Fall Breakfast to Keep you Warm and Full All Season
Welcome to our October Bright Rx Series! In honor of the cozy, chilly season ahead, this month's theme is Favorite Warm Breakfasts.
3 Thanksgiving Sides That Everyone Can Enjoy This Year
With dietary restrictions abound, don't let Thanksgiving recipe decisions ruin our favorite holiday. We've gathered a healthy sweet potato recipe, easy yet unique dips, and an unexpected desert, so all you have to worry about is the turkey.
Brightland Baby Food and Nighttime Rituals: A Saturday Afternoon with Michelle Toney
To celebrate everyday elegance, we visited the home of Michelle Toney. Michelle is the co-founder of Morrow Soft Goods, a specialty textiles company based in Los Angeles. Peruse our Fall 2019 Lookbook for more simple, beautiful moments.
How the Global Editorial Director of Nike Women Unwinds and Finds her Golden State
To celebrate everyday elegance, we visited the home of Zarna Surti. Zarna is the Global Editorial Director at Nike Women and Founder of Tonal Journal. Peruse our Fall 2019 Lookbook for more simple, beautiful moments.
An LA Jewelry Designer on the Importance of Being (literally) Hands On
To celebrate everyday elegance, we visited the home of Ali Heiss. Ali is a jewelry designer, entrepreneur, and co-owner of LA-based sister jewelry brands, Amarilo and Haati Chai. Peruse our Fall 2019 Lookbook for more simple, beautiful moments.
Our Guide to the Perfect Charcuterie Board for Your New Year's Eve Bash... or Just a Casual Sunday Night
As the most elevated way to snack, the charcuterie board is something we are quite fond of, whether for a holiday part or a cozy Sunday night with friends. We have gathered our top tips for the perfect spread.
Rebecca Foster on Fresh Greens, Popcorn, and California Living
To celebrate everyday elegance, we visited the home of Rebecca Foster. Rebecca lives in Santa Monica and in her free time enjoys her mindful meditation practice and spending time with her thee adult daughters and her three grandchildren. Peruse our Fall 2019 Lookbook for more simple, beautiful moments.
Fall 2019 Love List
With the onset of cooler weather and the launch of our Everyday Elegance lookbook, we have been thinking about what makes time at home so special here: A simple home cooked meal, a cozy new blanket, an evening spentlistening to music on the couch. Our Fall 2019 Love List, curated by Brightland founder Aishwarya Iyer features elements that are elevating our cozy home lives right now.
Gluten Free Eaters Unite! Our Favorite Gluten-Free Recipes To Honor National Gluten Free Day
We might have strayed from our gluten free ways during the holiday season, but what better way to cleanse and reset than by celebrating National Gluten Free Day? In honor of this lovely holiday, we have gathered up our yummiest recipes that will truly make you question whether or not they are gluten free. Happy eating, everyone.
Audaciously Nourishing - Recipes that Will Cleanse + Reset
While we miss the family time, baked goods, and festive music that the holiday season provided, we are very excited to reset and prepare for a glorious new year. Find three recipes below that are perfect for starting fresh and filling your body with all of the nutrients it might have lacked during the holiday festivities.
Elevating the Superbowl: What to Serve this Year
Superbowl Sunday is a holiday we always look forward to, the gathering of friends, the celebratory atmosphere, and of course, the large spread of food. While hot dogs and and chips usually come to mind, we promise there are some elevated superbowl alternatives that will please the whole crowd. Read on for Brightland's take on the Superbowl Sunday spread.
Creating Dreamy Tablescapes with Social Studies this Holiday Season
We love everything about holiday dinners, the food, the company, and especially the festive decor. Creating dreamy tablescapes is a true art, and no one does it better than our friends at Social Studies, the rentable tablescapes company. Founders Jess and Amy answered some of our top questions for creating lovely, sustainable, and fun tablescapes all party season long.
Q&A with Carly Kuhn
This holiday season, we partnered with artist behind The Cartorialist, Carly Kuhn, to create our very special Holiday DUO labels. We are sure you've seen Carly's amazing work on instagram and through her partnerships with brands such as Glossier, Elle, and Dior. Read our interview with the serious artist who doesn't take herself too seriously.
Getting Ahead of your Spring Cleaning: Pantry Essentials
Why wait for the beautiful weather to spring clean? We actually find winter cleaning a lovely and therapeutic activity for those long dark evenings. We have gathered some of our favorite products and tips for getting your kitchen in tip top shape.
Olive Oil Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Share the love. A delicious treat for your pup with Brightland olive oil.
What's on your kitchen shelfie?
A kitchen shelf says so much about someone. Is it clean and minimal, with only the necessities? Is it vibrant and cluttered, filled with odds and ends? We absolutely love asking what people keep on their "kitchen shelfie," read below for some wonderful answers!
The 4 Best Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes
You might have a little more Thanksgiving leftovers than normal this year. Here are the best ways to use them.
5 Thanksgiving Recipes from Past and Present
This Thanksgiving, we have you covered from creative appetizers, comforting side dishes and an unexpected dessert.
Tips for a Cozy Night In
In the spirit of nourishing the body, heart, and soul, we are sharing tips for a cozy evening at home.
Quick Grilled Pineapple
Pineapple's natural sugar content makes it ideal for grilling, resulting in a caramelized treat that is succulent on its own or when topped on meats or desserts.
The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Year
Brightland has teamed up with Blue Nile to compile the ultimate guide to anniversary gifts by year.
6 Gifts to Support Black-Owned Businesses This Father's Day
A gift guide for the father in your life
The 3 Absolute Best Tips from Monocle’s Guide to Better Living
Selected by Brightland, for your reading pleasure.
Interview with The Gourmand's David Lane
A special interview with David Lane, editor-in-chief and creative director of award-winning food and culture journal, The Gourmand.
Brightland Creations: Onion, Thyme, and Meyer Lemon Focaccia Featuring Brightland
A nourishing savory focaccia doused in Brightland for those outdoor summer dinners
The Meanings of Life
Happiness is not the same as a sense of meaning. How do we go about finding a meaningful life, not just a happy one? A fantastic article from Brightland favorite, Aeon, on this crucial question
A Guide to Foodcentric Activities at Your Next Dinner Party
Bring an unexpected level of playfulness to your next dinner party with these fun and delicious activities.
The perfect Mother's Day gift
All mothers deserve extra treats on Mother's Day. We are thrilled to share that we have partnered with two of our absolute favorite skincare brands for the most luxurious Mother's Day gift.
Tasting Notes 101
Learn how to properly taste olive oil and what notes to be on the lookout for when tasting each Brightland oil.
Digestive System 101: Q&A with Dr. Cooke
Dr. Cooke: Consuming lots of healthy, natural, whole-food based fats such as olive oil is critical for good health.
On the wall: Agnes Martin
"There must be quite a few things that a hot bath won't cure, but I don't know many of them." - Sylvia Plath
Bright RX: Veggie Bowl with Olive Oil Avocado Dressing
Meet Sophia, Project Coordinator for Brightland and our first team member feature on Field Notes!
Lucid in the News
We are thrilled to see LUCID in the press. Read below for some snippets from our founder's chats with The Kitchn and All Sorts of.
Meet Lucid.
We are thrilled to announce the debut of LUCID, our first Limited Edition Blend. Inspired by California winters, LUCID is custom-blended with Lemon for Lustrous Fare and golden hours. Amsterdam-based artist B.D.Graft collaborated with us on LUCID's label, influenced by Matisse's cutouts and the pleasure derived from a wonderful meal.
For Body, Heart, and Soul: 5 Fantastic Advantages of Brightland for the gut
The Brightland team has gathered a collection of research around a number of surprising benefits of extra virgin olive oil.
As Featured In Domino Magazine: Leading Kitchen Trends
We could not be more thrilled that Brightland was included in Domino Magazine's leading kitchen trends. Read on for Domino's lovely praise of Brightland's taste, message, and aesthetic. :
Chasing the sun
At Brightland, our journey begins with listening to the soil and the sun. And after observing the patterns of the 2018 Harvest year, our guides have made themselves clear - and we are responding accordingly.
The art of celebration with Hudson Wilder
Our friends at Hudson Wilder, a wonderful Brooklyn-based home goods company, have penned a piece just for the Brightland community, which we are thrilled to share during the holidays.
In 2019: Healthy Fats 101: Q&A with Dr. Cooke
We all know that extra virgin olive oil is a healthy fat, but what does that truly mean? Our resident expert, Dr. Cooke, is here to tell us all about the benefits of healthy fats and why they should be incorporated into every diet.
Q&A With Jessica Siskin of Mister Krisp
We are so thrilled to show you Jessica's beautiful Mister Krisp LUCID creation, and a Q&A with the creator herself.
For Body, Heart and Soul: 4 Incredible Benefits of Brightland for the mind
The Brightland team has curated a slew of research around some surprising benefits of extra virgin olive oil and we are jazzed to share a few in the first edition of a new series,For Body, Heart and Soul.
Superfoods 101: Q & A with Dr. Cooke
We all know that extra virgin olive oil is a superfood, but what does that really mean? Read our quick Q&A with Dr. Cooke where she answers all of our questions.
Simple Fare: Nectarine Olive Oil Froyo Pops
Extra virgin olive oil is the ingredient all of your desserts have been missing. You've heard of olive oil cake, maybe even olive oil ice cream, but our new favorite is olive oil froyo pops. This clean and simple recipe is the perfect after school treat.
Antioxidants 101: Q&A with Dr. Cooke
What exactly are antioxidants? What are the effects of oxidation in our bodies?
Why Daydreaming is Productive
We adore this article on the power of imagining and how fundamental that is to our happiness. Take a moment for yourself and read this lovely piece, then maybe lose yourself in a daydream..
What can the Aztecs teach us about happiness, and living the ‘good life’
We bring you this article about living the good life, and encourage you to take a moment for yourself today to stop and absorb.
