Waldorf Chicken Salad (Whole30)
Waldorf Chicken Salad (Whole30)

So incredibly excited for all the incredible feedback from y’all about wanting to do a #Whole30 with me ! I learned SO much from the first one I did. Follow along over at @whole30withsam . We will all start together Monday August 17th-TODAY!!!!

I got all organized yesterday and had all of my Instacart deliveries delivered today! Just in time to make lunch too.

This is one of my favorite Whole30 recipes because it’s so simple and delish, plus you can make quite a bit at one time so you have lunch for a few days!

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Organic Coffee With A Mission
Organic Coffee With A Mission

Love starting my week with Francoise Hardy, France Amerique Magazine, and strong coffee! This one is from Gobena Coffee. This Fair Trade Organic Nicaraguan coffee is a well-balanced dark roast with medium body with notes of brown sugar and plum. When you choose Fair Trade Certified you get quality coffee that improves lives of the farmers and protects the environment. This coffee comes from the SOPPEXCA Cooperative where 650 small family farms have joined together to grow and process some of the best coffee in Nicaragua. Every dollar of profit goes to caring for orphaned children around the world!

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Diary, ShopSamantha RubleComment
The Only SHAWL You Will Ever Need- Getting To Know Krista Norris With Krista Norris Collection
The Only SHAWL You Will Ever Need- Getting To Know Krista Norris With Krista Norris Collection

To an American, the word “scarf” or shawl typically conjures up visions of thick wool wrapped around our necks to keep us warm in the winter. But in the French language, there is une écharpe (a thick wintry scarf), and un foulard is its thinner, silkier, more fashionable cousin. There is no word that encompasses all fabrics that wrap around your neck, because the Parisian understands its vast difference, both in style and purpose. Whatever you want to call it…scarves and shawls are my favorite body warming accessory for the chillier months – the bigger, warmer, more blanket-resembling they are, the better. But I love them for summer too!!I am a lover of layers! I am a girl who is allergic to the sun so…….

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#IBA20 NOMINEE!!
#IBA20 NOMINEE!!

Happy Monday! Sharing some EXCITING news today!!! 🎉

I am incredibly over the moon for Go French Yourself as it’s been nominated again for an @amaraliving Interior Blog Award for Best Use of Photography Blog. 📸💕👏🏼
I would be so appreciative for your vote today if you love my blog through September 4th to make it onto the shortlist ahead of the awards ceremony.

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DiarySamantha RubleComment
PLANT-BASED APRICOT FRANGIPANE TART RECIPE FEATURING KITE HILL’S NEW BUTTER ALTERNATIVE
PLANT-BASED APRICOT FRANGIPANE TART RECIPE FEATURING KITE HILL’S NEW BUTTER ALTERNATIVE

There’s been a major shift towards tuning into the link between food and how it makes us feel feel, whether it’s learning about gut health or the foods that cause sensitivities and allergic responses. Among my closest friends, I’ve got two who are vegan, two who eat gluten free, one who’s dairy free, and one friend that is #gf and vegan! They inspire me to add more plant based recipes into my diet! And I will say it’s been really fun experimenting!

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RecipesSamantha RubleComment
Fy! Wall Art Review
Fy! Wall Art Review

I love wall art so much, especially art that reminds you of those beautiful travel adventures you are missing. Excited to introduce you to Fy! today!! I partnered with them and received two beautiful framed pieces of Barcelona! They were gifted to Rodge, as it’s his very favorite place on earth!

Fy! is the most intuitive shopping app on earth. Fy! is the new way to shop home & living. You can discover fabulous products from 2,000 independent brands and artists and I just love this so much!

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HomeSamantha RubleComment
How To Picnic Like A Parisian Featuring Les Trois Petits Cochons
How To Picnic Like A Parisian Featuring Les Trois Petits Cochons

Copying the French lifestyle has become my complete joie de vivre. I feel like I have mastered their baguette-and-wine diet, the effortless wardrobe and their glamorously undone tresses with a red lip! So it was time to move on to studying the way they do summer. In particular, the way they pique-nique. Jenna and I were both to be in Paris this summer but of course with the virus ruining all 2020 travel, we decided to bring Paris to us! It was one of my very first lady dates too through all this craziness!!!! Staying true to their carefree way of living, Parisians take the fuss-free route with their picnics. I wanted to concentrate on grabbing high-quality food and having a low-key tête-à-tête, the true Parisian way! And partnering with Les Trois Petits Cochons was the décision parfaite!!!

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Q + A With EINNIM
Q + A With EINNIM

Go French Yourself is committed to highlighting and working with more Black owned brands this year and indefinitely. And today’s feature is all about EINNEM out of Chicago!

From beautifully customized soy wax candles to one of a kind goat milk soap bars, lavender body mists and room fresheners that promote calm and relaxation, they are dedicated to providing our customers with a lasting experience that will keep them coming back for more.

EINNIM INTERVIEW

Tell us a little bit about yourself & what made you decide to start EINNIM?

Back in April of 2009 I was in the midst of wrapping up my finals when I suddenly started experiencing this wild pain in my wrists. Thinking it was “just” Carpal tunnel syndrome, I kept plugging away! Fast forward to 2010, I’ve now been diagnosed with Lupus which would accompany the Rheumatoid Arthritis that I already had.

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Zilker BELTS - Product Review (Unique, Hand-Made Leather Dog Collars And Belts)
Zilker BELTS - Product Review (Unique, Hand-Made Leather Dog Collars And Belts)

Zilker Belts is an amazing small business based in Austin Texas that creates incredible dog collars, belts, and even hats and wallets!!! Made from world-class quality leather and featuring vibrant colors, hand-stitched patterns, they are such impressive works of art and make the perfect accessory for the dog and person you love!

I was fortunate enough to receive two leather collars and a belt from Zilker and I am more than pleased with the products I received.

You can tell the collars and belt are handmade and high quality, and that the artisans take time making these pieces! Zilker Belts was founded in 2015 after being inspired by the passion, pride, and craftsmanship found in Argentina by Co-Founders Wade Green and Hill Shands

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Les Chiens, StyleSamantha RubleComment
The Last Makeup Brushes You'll Ever Buy
The Last Makeup Brushes You'll Ever Buy

“WE BELIEVE THAT YOUR BEAUTY EXPERIENCE SHOULD BE BEAUTIFUL IN ITSELF. AT ARTIS, WE’VE DESIGNED PRODUCTS THAT NOT ONLY DELIVER THE EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS YOU DESIRE, BUT FEEL AND LOOK BEAUTIFUL — WE CALL THAT BETTER BEAUTY, BY DESIGN”

— ARTIS

A RITUAL, NOT A ROUTINE

Graceful, meditative, and expressive - with Artis brushes, your beauty ritual will naturally transform from mundane to luxurious with a glide of your brush.

CELEBRATE YOUR VANITY

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BeautySamantha RubleComment
Traveling During COVID 19-Pet Friendly Staycation Review: The Ambassador OKC,Autograph Collection
Traveling During COVID 19-Pet Friendly Staycation Review: The Ambassador OKC,Autograph Collection

We have been home since early March and I know we both have been craving a major change of scenery so I decided we could get our feet wet with a little two day trip to OKC. The drive (yay for driving because you could not pay me to get on a plane right now) is less than two hours from Tulsa so we would not have to use a public restroom. (STILL not okay with the idea of having to use a public restroom and not sure when I will be)

I feel like the rest of 2020 will be devoted devoted to all things in close to home showing some love to our home state! Anyway….I teamed up with The Ambassador OKC , Autograph Collection for our little adventure ! I have been following them for quite some time and have been impressed with how they are being super safe for their hotel guests.

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City Guides, Diary, Les ChiensSamantha RubleComment
Welcome to McMullen
Welcome to McMullen

Go French Yourself is committed to highlighting and working with more Black owned brands this year and indefinitely. And today’s feature is all about the lovely McMullen!

Founded 2007 by Sherri McMullen in Oakland, McMullen is an all inclusive concept shop for luxury womenswear featuring emerging and established designers from around the world.

In its twelve years, McMullen Oakland and Palo Alto have become well known for bringing global fashion and experiences to the Bay Area. Our brand is focused on supporting design and manufacturing that can impact communities and empower women. Aimed at filling the market gap, McMullen has a commitment to supporting African and African-American apparel and home décor designers.

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Style, Black Lives Matter, HomeSamantha RubleComment
Purely Gentle Mud Cleanser
Purely Gentle Mud Cleanser

I don’t know about you, but I feel like my skin has really been feeling the effects of stress lately. The world, the humidity, and constant mask wearing ... My skin is dry, it’s oily, I have spots popping up everywhere. It’s just downright angry at me!
Osmia Organics sent over their new Purely Gentle Mud Cleanser and I am in love! It combines the deep cleansing power of glacial oceanic clay with organic aloe, chamomile, and honey to leave your skin clean, soft, and deliciously plump.

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