The JAMES PERSE Fall 2010 collection is now available in stores and on their website.

Shown above, l-r:

Shrunken Surplus Jacket
Outer shell is made from 100% Cotton imported from Japan and fully lined with Supima jersey.
$350

Utility Shirt Dress
Loose fitting shirt dress with shirttail hem, and cotton knit lined bracelet sleeves.
$225

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Andouille and Beef Burgers with Spicy Mayo and Caramelized Onions
Recipe from Bon Appétit; inspired by James McNair

Chicken Cobb Burger
Recipe from Bobby Flay via Food Network

Lamb Burger inspired by Father’s Office (Santa Monica, CA)
Recipe from Serious Eats

Mediterranean Portobello Burger
Recipe from EatingWell Magazine

Sliders with Chipotle Mayonnaise
Recipe from Bobby Flay via Food Network

Grilled Turkey Burgers with Cheddar and Smoky Aioli
Recipe from Bon Appétit

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Weber RapidFire Charcoal Chimney Starter
Get your coals going quickly.
$14.99 at BBQGuys.com

Petzl Tikkina 2-LED Headlamp
If you don’t have your grill under patio lights, it’s a good idea to have a flashlight on-hand. There are all sorts of lights that clip on to your grill. This headlamp will keep your hands free.
$19.95 at Amazon.com

Grill Skillet
A grill skillet opens up a new range of cooking options. This 12″ Outset model is made with nonstick copper and features Outset’s nonconductive soft-grip handle to ensure a secure hold.
$34.99 at Cabela’s

Square Slider Burger Press
Make uniform sliders quickly.
$26.95 at Williams-Sonoma

Jalapeño Pepper Roaster
Holds up to 18 whole or stuffed peppers upright allowing you to fire-roast them on your grill.
$19.95 at Williams-Sonoma

Digital Instant Read Thermometer
This “rapid response” digital thermometer reveals internal food temperatures instantly. Large, easy-to-read display registers between 58 and 302 degrees and provides 1-second delay updates. Stores away in its protective plastic case with pocket clip when not in use. On/Off switch, battery and replacement battery included.
$13.95 at Amazon.com

Don’t forget the mesh food covers we shared last week to keep out uninvited guests.

MILLY designed a bag for CLINIQUE now available only at Bloomingdale’s. It’s yours with $25 any Clinique purchase. To get you inspired, here are my favorite Clinique products:

Clinique Brow Shaper
$15

Clinique Naturally Glossy Mascara
$14

Clinique All About Eyes
$28.50, .5 oz.

Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief
$46.50, 2.5 oz.

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WEBER Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill
This is the one I have at home. Love it! Gas/propane version ($54.70) also available. Heat Resistant Nylon Handles, 160 sq. inches of cooking area, legs that fold over and lock cover in place.
$44.70 at Amazon.com

SON OF HIBACHI Combo with Snuff out Pouch
The “blast furnace” design enables you to be cooking in less than 10 minutes. 170 sq. in. of cooking surface and a convertible roasting oven. Patented Heavy Duty Snuff Out Pouch made with fire-retardant lining lets you pack up the grill while the coals are still hot. 19 lbs.
$76.99 at
Amazon.com

COBB Tabletop Premier Charcoal Grill
The Cobb’s patented design lets oxogen into the fire chamber from small holes below the coal. Heated air is then pushed upwards to the cooking surface, dispersing sideways creating an evenly heated cooking surface.
This circulation keeps the heat at an even throughout the grill and keeps moisture in the food while cooking.
$116.95 at CSN

Weber Smokey Joe Silver Charcoal Grill
The most recognizable of the bunch, a classic!
$29.70 at Amazon.com

Bayou Classic Fold & Go Portable Grill
Stands 13 inches high when assembled; two sturdy leg units fold out to support the grill. Folds down to 14W x 19L x 2.5H inches. Includes a fire-retardant tote bag. 12 lbs.
$22 at Cooking.com

Weber Q 100 Gas Grill
189-square-inch cooking area; cast-aluminum lid and body with glass-reinforced nylon frame; 8,500-BTU stainless-steel burner; push-button ignition; adjustable burner valve. 16 by 27 by 23-1/2 inches with lid open. 29 lbs.
$139.99 at Target

I’m continuing with my Nutrisystem meal plan but I’ve found that I have an easier time if I can supplement the plan with non-packaged foods. Now that Nutrisystem has taught me what my calorie/fat/carb daily limits should be I think I’m getting better at preparing my own healthy/healthier foods. My favorite breakfast item is the Nutrisystem Blueberry Muffin so I set out to find a DIY equivalent. I came across a great recipe from Granlund (user handle) on SparkPeople. These muffins turned out great and were delicious! Each muffin has approx. 4.9g of fat, 22.9g carbohydrates, 3g of protein and 143 calories. My Nutrisystem muffin has 3g of fat, 28g of carbs, 7g of protein and 170 calories.

Pretty good…I think.

All products have been supplied by Nutrisystem as part of their Nutrisystem15 program. Views expressed here are my own.

I stopped by THE DIMSUM TRUCK the other day and…YUM. My first order of shrimp har gow dumplings were devoured so quickly I wanted to immediately go back for more. And, the lotus wrapped sticky rice was delicious. Drooling just thinking about it. How do I convince this truck to just park outside my place every day?

Are you a fan of the The Selby? You could have your own place photographed by Todd Selby and win a $10,000 CB2 shop card. View submissions, rules and enter your own Selby-worthy space at The Selby Contest website.

We’ve buzzed a lot about FILSON at Buzzhype and the new rucksack produced in collaboration with Van Vault doesn’t disappoint.

$212 at Bows & Arrows in Berkeley.

Set of 4 Collapsible Mesh Food Covers with 4 Cup Covers
Includes two 15″Diam x 7″H round covers, two 21″L x 11-1/2″W x 5″H rectangular covers, and four cup covers.
$19.50 at QVC