Weekend: Vacationing With Your Partner’s Family ⛱️

But first: a scalp serum that fights thinning hair — Check out what we Skimm’d for you today September 14, 2024 [Subscribe]( [Read in browser]( [daily_skimm_weekend] [Header Image]( [Together with]( [nulastin]( But first: [a scalp serum that fights thinning hair]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Update location]( or [View forecast]( EDITOR’S NOTE Happy Saturday. I’m finally ready to accept fall is on the horizon, so it’s time for some seasonal shopping. While it seems like everyone will soon [dress like they’re headed to a Renaissance festival]( (complete with chainmail, capes, and “[the most controversial shoe of the 2010s](”), I’ll embrace some different trends. That includes the “[pants chaos](” that is apparently 2024, [oversized leather jackets](, and the one thing I didn’t have on my sartorial bingo card: [boat shoes]( that actually look cool. I’ll also dig out my Y2K-era Coach shoulder bag now that the brand is [having a big comeback](. And while I’m not usually into mani trends, [fall’s “pistachio butter” nails]( have me reconsidering my stance entirely. Perhaps I’ll grab a polish while shopping for a “[cocktail-inspired perfume](” — since the new thing is supposedly to smell like your favorite drink. Cheers. — Melissa Goldberg / Senior Editor / Washington, DC [Crispy Red Curry Rice Salad] This Crispy Rice Salad Is the Ultimate Low-Effort, High-Reward Dish theSkimm According to our feeds, crispy rice salads are having a moment — and we’re here for it. So much so that we’ve made this [Crispy Red Curry Rice Salad]( from chef and [cookbook author Brendan Pang]( more than once in the last few days. Inspired by [Nam Khao](, a traditional Laotian dish, this vibrant and zesty salad features crispy red curry-flavored rice, crunchy cucumbers and onions, roasted peanuts, lots of fresh herbs, and a sweet, sour, and spicy dressing. All of which comes together for a next-level combination of flavors and textures. The Time Commitment: As long as you already have day-old rice, it takes just under 30 minutes to whip up this simple and seriously tasty salad. Key Tip: While Pang crisps the rice in an air fryer, an oven works equally well — just spread the rice on a parchment-lined sheet pan and bake at 400 degrees for 20-ish minutes, making sure to toss every five minutes. Other Takes: Prefer something with more protein? This weeknight-friendly [Laotian-Style Chicken and Rice Salad]( includes ground meat and shreds of ginger for an extra kick, while this [Crispy Rice Salad with Marinated Jumbo Lump Crab]( gives the dish a Southern twist. Or, for something even more unconventional, [this version]( is more like a traditional salad, with sliced steak, chopped cabbage, edamame, and a spicy tahini dressing. Same with [this take from the Defined Dish]( — which is topped with seared salmon and a mango vinaigrette — and [this riff from cookbook author Molly Yeh](, in which the crispy rice is more of a topping and less of a base. What’s new in food & home: - Just when you thought condiments couldn’t get any more chaotic, “[tofayo](” enters the chat. - The trick to decluttering your home instantly? The “[didn’t know](” rule, apparently. - Nothing makes us feel more patriotic than learning about the alleged “[British way](” of washing dishes. [Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout] Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout theSkimm Elizabeth Strout fans have spent over a decade immersed in the complicated lives of the author’s characters. Now, in her 10th book, [Tell Me Everything](, many of those characters come together in the fictional town of Crosby, Maine. Amid a murder investigation, lawyer Bob Burgess (of [The Burgess Boys]() becomes close to acclaimed writer Lucy Barton (of [My Name Is Lucy Barton](), who lives down the road. Meanwhile, Barton strikes up a friendship with Olive Kitteridge (yes, of [Olive Kitteridge](), who’s living in a retirement home. As with most of the Pulitzer Prize-winning author’s books, expect themes of love and friendship, and questions about life’s meaning. We asked Strout a few questions ourselves. Here’s what she had to say… Q: What’s one thing that’s made you 10% happier? Strout: One thing that’s made me more than 10% happier is the fact that my best friend from third grade moved to [my] town a few years ago. Just knowing she’s nearby is such a comfort and actually seeing her is even better. Q: What’s your shortcut to relaxation? Strout: [I] let myself lie on the couch for 20 minutes and just “be in my thoughts,” as my husband says. It really helps. Q: What’s one thing you’d save if your house was on fire? Strout: A ring that belonged to my grandmother and is worth nothing, being a rose quartz. But it means a great deal. Once I took it to a jeweler to have it reset, and he said, “This is worthless, you are wasting your money.” I couldn’t stand him for that and walked out. We’re also reading: - In culture: “[The Psychopaths of TikTok](” (Elle) - In fashion: “[Friends Don’t Let Friends Wear Chore Coats](” (GQ) - In relationships: “[Is It a Red Flag That I Don’t Have Any Childhood Friends?](” (Vogue) [Newport, Rhode Island] This Coastal New England Gem Gets Even Better Off Season theSkimm Live your best coastal grandmother life — at least, for a weekend — in [Newport, RI](. While the “[Sailing Capital of the World](” is a go-to summer destination, we’d like to make the case for visiting this New England town in the fall, when some believe it’s [even better](. Not only is it less crowded, but the vibrant fall foliage and crisp, salty air create real rom-com vibes, ideal for roaming the historic, maritime streets, scoping out the Great Gatsby-style mansions, and enjoying fresh seafood by the water. And, of course, no matter the season, [Del’s frozen lemonade]( is a must. 🛏 Sure, being in center of the action is convenient (see: [Hammetts Hotel](), but staying just outside of town can cut costs significantly — which is one reason we recommend the [Wayfinder](. Some other reasons? All of the rooms — ranging from standard kings to two-bedroom suites — have Scandinavian-meets-coastal-cool vibes, thanks to retro light fixtures, beachy rattan furniture, and a Nancy Meyers-esque color palette. Plus, the boutique hotel provides complimentary bikes, so you can easily ride into town. ⚓ Thames Street is the heart of downtown Newport and where you’ll find the [Museum of Newport History]( and two postcard-worthy wharves, [Bowen’s]( and [Bannister’s](. Both are filled with charming 18th-century buildings, seafood restaurants (order a lobster roll from [Luke’s Lobster’s walk-up window](), and local boutiques (pick up coastal-inspired body products at [Saltwater Living](), so plan to spend a couple hours there, before going to the interactive [Sailing Museum]( to learn about the sport. Or, to experience the real deal, take a two-hour sail up the majestic Narragansett Bay on an immaculately restored yacht via [America’s Cup Charters](. [Newport, Rhode Island] 🌊 The [Cliff Walk]( is a scenic, 3.5-mile trail along Newport’s rocky coastline that offers unparalleled ocean views (stop at the popular lookout spot, [40 Steps](, which was once an “[after-hours hangout](” for mansion servants) and passes behind the iconic [Gilded Age mansions](, where some of America’s wealthiest families spent their summers. Many are now open to the public and are worth touring, like: the Versailles-inspired [Rosecliff](, where some of The Great Gatsby was filmed; [Marble House](, which was built as a 39th birthday gift for socialite and suffragist Alva Vanderbilt Belmont (lucky her); and perhaps most notable, [The Breakers](, a 70-room Italian Renaissance-style palazzo where the Vanderbilts once lived. 🍴 Rhode Island may be small, but there’s [no shortage of excellent seafood spots](. That includes the [Clarke Cooke House]( (a local institution known for its oysters and “[Snowball in Hell](”) and [The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar]( (try the lobster-shrimp fritters — aka, “the bag o’donuts”). If you’re lobster-ed out, head to Newport’s only Black-owned restaurant, [Humming Bird](, for authentic Jamaican dishes or order a Roman-style pie at [Mother Pizzeria](. You also can’t go wrong at the [White Horse Tavern](, believed to be “America’s oldest tavern.” And though it gets crowded, it’s worth trying to snag one of the Adirondack chairs on [Castle Hill Inn’s lawn]( for sunset cocktails. [nulastin scalp serun]( Once you hit 30, each decade brings all kinds of ~ fun ~ new physical developments. But thinning hair shouldn’t have to be one of them. If you’re looking for a one-stop product that will stimulate your roots and support your hair’s natural growth cycle, we rec trying Nulastin’s [award-winning scalp serum](. It’s vegan, cruelty-free, and uses biodesigned elastin and signal peptides to get you fuller, thicker-looking hair in as little as 6 weeks (psst…that’s just in time for the holidays). Oh, and Skimm’rs [get 30% off with SKIMM30](. Hair for it.* [Ask An Expert Etiquette Edition] We asked you to vote on an etiquette question you’d like answered. The winner was: Q: I’m going on vacation with my partner’s parents, and we have different travel styles: They like daily guided tours, whereas I like exploring on my own. Is there a non-offensive way to do my own thing, or should I just suck it up? [A couple looking at a phone while packing] “Discuss your desires with your partner. They know their parents and what their expectations are. Before booking the trip, meet [with their parents] for a trip-planning [session, where you can] talk about options and preferences. The general rule of etiquette for a guest [would be to] follow the host’s schedule or plans. … [But] depending on the vacation length, a little alone time [would likely be] welcomed by everyone, so planning a few separate excursions is probably fine. However, it’s [important to communicate] that in advance — so you diminish or eliminate the chance you’ll offend them or have to deal with an awkward situation.” [Rosalinda Randall] Featured Expert Rosalinda Randall [Etiquette expert]( and author of [Don’t Burp in the Boardroom]( [tell us] Which etiquette question should an expert answer next week? [My maid of honor is pregnant, and her due date is near my bachelorette — which has been finalized for months. Now, she’s asking if I’d consider moving it to a later date, so she can attend. Am I wrong to say no?]( [Whenever we visit my in-laws, they insist we stay at their house, but I’m far more comfortable at a hotel. Is it OK to stay elsewhere?]( [A close family member recently passed away, and I’m upset that one of my good friends never reached out. Should I say something?]( [skimm picks] Trending products and brands our shopping team has been loving recently. It's Saturday, which means [it's time to play](. And if "playtime" for you means "running 395 errands," you can still [look cute]( doing it. --------------------------------------------------------------- Because it shouldn't be so hard to find good jeans, [here's a list]( of all the jeans that never let us down. To make things even easier for you, new Universal Standard customers can get the [Polina Jeans]( for free with code FREEJEANS-THESKIMM. --------------------------------------------------------------- Are you going out out? Good for you. Here are some [cute shoe options](, with nary a stiletto in sight. --------------------------------------------------------------- PS: Want more product recs? Follow [@skimmshopping]( on Instagram. [game time][Puzzmo games animation]( Unleash your competitive side with [today’s games and puzzles](. Choose from an anagram word search, digital jigsaw puzzle, or crossword (with a twist). Better yet: [Try them all](. 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