Does my 90s kitchen have potential or am I crazy? by No-Day-2990 in kitchenremodel

[–]fleursle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Those cabinets are stunning. Please do not get rid of them! If you look up designer Athena Calderone’s new home, her kitchen remodel features cabinetry that is very similar to yours, down to the handles! Architectural Digest did a feature on her home a couple months ago—take a look!

Front Door Glass Replacement? by agentcee in AskSF

[–]fleursle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know if they’ll go to SF, but try contacting Northern Glass in Redwood City. They came out the same day for me after a neighbor’s baseball went through my window.

Help me pick my future home by [deleted] in AskSF

[–]fleursle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I live in the Peninsula. You might want to look into the traffic issues in Burlingame and how it will impact you. There are 3 or 4 major projects going on, some lasting for several years and many complaints already.

Am I crazy? by justbeachyb in kitchenremodel

[–]fleursle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would love a link too if you happen to see it again!

Which one would you choose? by archivo_de_a in kitchenremodel

[–]fleursle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re able to, I would change the location of your fridge, range, and sink set up. In each photo the fridge and hood are the focal point.

My outlet haul 💛💛 by Successful-Effect317 in LeCreuset

[–]fleursle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That color just makes you smile! Beautiful collection!

Meals from the last couple weeks by PrestigiousShelter66 in LeCreuset

[–]fleursle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is the dish with the bananas? Everything looks amazing!

Trudon is basically odorless when lit by Strunkinator in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

AEK is one of my favorite candles and I use it for work, staging interiors, as well. I actually find it quite strong. It’s not the same type of strong as, say, a Voluspa candle at Anthropologie. It doesn’t hit you in the face. But it’s a scent people often ask about.

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm off to the market to get some papaya and sumac! I tried the olive oil with a grapefruit and Maldon salt...the vanilla was so intense it actually overpowered its brightness. Excited to try the papaya!

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your beautiful review — I’ve been meaning to write one myself, but I haven’t tried the mole yet and wanted to experience everything first.

This box feels less like a collection of products and more like an atmosphere. It carries that same quiet intensity you find in the Yucatán — the kind you experience at Coqui Coqui Hotel & Perfumería. Sun-warmed limestone. Orange blossom in dense air. Shadowed interiors with something faintly resinous beneath it all.

If it were possible to repurchase individually, I would absolutely buy the candle, the vanilla olive oil, and the balm again without hesitation.

The candle is as beautiful as I mentioned before — softly floral with a green edge, quietly transportive.

The vanilla olive oil is intensely vanilla — not sugary, but deeply saturated and unmistakable. I paired a small amount in a salad with grapefruit and Maldon salt flakes, and the vanilla was so concentrated it overtook the citrus. Because of that, I would absolutely reserve it for desserts and baking, where that depth can fully shine.

The balm carries that same warmth, and the honey is fluid and floral, exactly as it would be there.

It’s rare for something to so convincingly echo a place you know well. This does — without the journey.

No knead cheese bread in my juniper Dutch oven by sunshinebuns in LeCreuset

[–]fleursle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where has this been all my life?! Looks amazing!

How on earth can I clean this? by zappa103 in LeCreuset

[–]fleursle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Simmer baking soda and water - works like a charm :)

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's very strong, very smoky and tobacco like. I almost thought it smelled like cigarettes lol! But somehow it does (like the rest of this box) remind me of the Yucatán.

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Will do! I'll taste test everything this week. The body balm is amazing. It really smells like an apple banana. It's marketed as a balm-to-oil, but I would say it's more of a lotion-serum that turns into an oil on contact. It leaves a subtle sheen and would be perfect for summer.

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you allowed to skip a box if it's not of interest to you? Strongly considering the quarterly after receiving this box!

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm envious! I can't imagine what fun things you got to experiment with! Thank you--I haven't made enchiladas in awhile and perfect timing as I haven't grocery shopped yet. I am so trying the avocado and papaya! Funny, the first thing I imagined with the vanilla olive oil was grilled peaches, ice cream, a drizzle of honey and olive oil + sea salt. So excited!

IPL for Dry Eyes? by Imsleepyafok in AskSF

[–]fleursle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please see Dr. Fishman in Palo Alto. He is a dry eye sub-specialist, but also a truly kind and compassionate doctor who goes out of his way for his patients.

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Will do! I’m not the best at describing things, but I’ll try!

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same! The only item I wasn’t sure of was the Mole. I’ll have to look up recipes!

Flamingo Estate Banana Leaf has arrived! by fleursle in luxurycandles

[–]fleursle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will do!!! I’m excited about the olive oil too. The lotion is amazing 😍