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Summer: Aromaflage

Summer: Aromaflage

With summer comes pesky mosquitoes and countless ways of trying to combat bug bites. Aromaflage is taking a page out of the traditions from Southeast Asia and other tropical climates, where people use essential oils and incense to shield themselves from insects. Aromaflage unlocks age-old practices from thousands of years ago, creating a secret weapon to mask you from those otherwise inevitable mosquito bites.

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Summer: White Girl Rose

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From the brilliant mind behind the Instagram sensation “The Fat Jewish,” (Haven’t heard of him? Then you might be living under a rock.) comes White Girl Rose. Boasting a rich nose of watermelon, strawberry, and floral notes, this California rosé blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel delivers red berry flavors balanced with hints of citrus leading into a refreshing finish.

Not to worry… White Girl Rose was created out of a solution to ail every first world problem THE WIFE™ seems to come up with. This Rosé also happens to be free range, macrobiotic, fair trade, grass fed, conflict free, cage free, low carb, gluten free and most of all delicious. $14.99 at WhiteGirlWine.com

WIFE Sweet Treat: Honey Mee

WIFE Sweet Treat: Honey Mee

With Summer comes scorching temperatures, leaving THE WIFE™ in a lurch to find new and creative ways to cool off. Let us introduce you to HoneyMee, a new concept that marries creamy soft serve ice cream with a drizzling of honey or fresh honeycomb for just the right amount of sweet and cheerful.

Their fresh, California milk hails from a family-owned, certified Kosher dairy farm, that doesn’t add any artificial colors or flavors. HoneyMee has dedicated countless hours into testing various ingredients to create the perfect milk ice cream recipe. What you’ll get is that authentic taste of good ol’ milk, which is why they call it True Milk! Their raw honey and honeycomb is 100% pure and natural. “Buzzing” from a certified local bee farm and handled with award-winning care.

Visit HoneyMee.com for all 4 Locations and Hours… Bonus: They’re open late, perfect for fun after dinner treats for THE WIFE™ with Kids! THE WIFE™ Favorite: The Sweetie with an extra topping of honeycomb.  – THE WIFE™

THE WIFE in LA: Salt & Straw

Salt and Straw

THE WIFE’s™ Favorite Ice Cream brand, Salt and Straw has finally set down roots in Los Angeles! Back in September Portland’s iconic artisan ice cream company opened their doors in Larchmont Village. Born from a love of ice cream, local food, and a passion for community, Salt & Straw creates some of the most innovative ice cream flavors in the country.

Their small batch ice cream is handmade using only all natural dairy and the best organic and sustainable ingredients from local farms and artisans as well as imported flavors from small, hand-picked farms around the world. Salt & Straw’s menu of flavors changes monthly, always featuring unconventional options as well as traditional favorites, all meant to reflect the spirit of the local food scene, farmers, artisans and producers.

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Summer: Coolhaus Ice Cream Book

Coolhaus Ice Cream Book

From a beat-up postal van turned food truck, Coolhaus has rocketed to a national brand. Yahoo! called it “the best ice cream in America.” The inventive sandwiches, named after famous architects, are sold in supermarkets across the country, as well as from trucks in Los Angeles, New York, Austin, and Dallas. Coolhaus has drawn accolades from the New York TimesEvery Day with Rachael RayTime, and Good Morning America, to name a few, and from such celebrities as Will Ferrell, Jimmy Kimmel, and Alex Guarnaschelli.

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