
Hey all,
I wanted to pop in here with a quick pre-Thanksgiving post to tell you all THANK YOU!!
In October, I celebrated my 8th anniversary of Lauren’s Latest! Isn’t that so crazy?!
In these past eight years, I:
- had two more babies
- put my husband through grad school
- moved seven times across three different states and
- somehow managed to post 1300+ recipes amongst the insanity that is my life.
Whether you’re new to Lauren’s Latest or have been around since the beginning, thank you for being wonderful and positive and supportive of me and my family. We read every comment, every email, every Instagram message and appreciate it all.
And for those of you that are bound to ask about my outfit, my coat and earrings are from stitch fix, old scarf from target (similar here), favorite jeans here, and tieks. Newest tinted lip balm obsession with this color. (I strongly dislike lipstick!)









That’s it 🙂 Have a wonderful day!
And don’t forget to find me on Instagram Stories for more NYC fun in real time.






582 Comments
Sarah
November 22, 2017 at 6:11 amLove your blog! Commented on angel biscuits post!
Jennifer Allen
November 22, 2017 at 6:12 amHi Lauren,
I left a comment in your shredded mexican pork post. I can’t wait to try that recipe and find out about your give away.
Happy Thanksgiving.
Lisa Johnson
November 22, 2017 at 6:15 amLeft a comment on the Thanksgiving recipes post!
Kindy
November 22, 2017 at 6:16 amI left a comment in Herbed Pork Roast with Potatoes post. It looks delicious!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Becky Kelly
November 22, 2017 at 6:20 amNot sure if it is too late to enter…but, I commented on another post! Hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving!!
Amanda Watson
November 22, 2017 at 6:20 amLeft a comment on the delicious looking Reeses peanutbutter cup fudge. Can’t wait to try that! Also not sure if you meant it but the dates on here say Giveaway ends June 18 and you pick a winner November 26. That’s a looong ways away hehe 🙂
Sharidan Dillon
November 22, 2017 at 6:23 amI left a comment on the morning glory muffins!
Alisha
November 22, 2017 at 6:24 amLeft a comment on the Chicken Parmesan Recipe page 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!
Lauren Gassaway
November 22, 2017 at 6:24 amCongratulations on 8 years of blogging! I commented on “More Paris”. I will go there someday!
Katie P.
November 22, 2017 at 6:24 amCongrats on 8 years! It’s been fun watching your family grow. I commented on your Crockpot Spaghetti…love easy meals!
Leigh
November 22, 2017 at 6:24 amI left a comment on your Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta recipe. Truly a wonderful, filling recipe that my husband and I both loved. I love reading about you and your family in every post, so thank you for your 8 years of blogging! Happy Thanksgiving!!
Tiffany Munoz
November 22, 2017 at 6:25 amI left a comment on the Alfredo stuffed shells. Congrats on 8 years!
Pamela Hawkins
November 22, 2017 at 6:26 amI left a comment on October 16th, This week at the Brennan’s. Eddie’s hair…soooo cute!!! Love your blog!! Congratulations on 8 years!
Victoria Ellenberg
November 22, 2017 at 6:28 amI commented on the sweet potato rolls. Thank you for all your entertaining comments. It’s nice to see someone else having crazy days with three kids.???? Happy Thanksgiving!
Betsy Alonzo
November 22, 2017 at 6:30 amI enjoy all your recipes and have made many. I commented on the pumpkin sugar cookies. ☺
Autumn Vigil
November 22, 2017 at 6:31 amHi Lauren. I left a comment on your 10 tips after 10 years of marriage. Congratulations on 10 years of marriage plus 8 years on your blog. Love your weekly Keeping up with the Brennan’ s. Really makes me want to visit NYC. Happy Thanksgiving
Catalina Flores
November 22, 2017 at 6:34 amI left a comment on the Roasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Alfredo. Congratulations on 8 years of blogging! Have a wonderful and happy Thanksgiving.
Tessa
November 22, 2017 at 6:36 amAre Tieks worth the price? I have looked at them so many times but they are so expensive. Trying to justify the purchase ???? love your blog!
Christina Larsen
November 22, 2017 at 6:37 amI commented on your NYC places to visit post. Thanks for the new options
Debbie
November 22, 2017 at 6:40 amI commented on the crock pot cheesy chicken spaghetti. I would love a plate of that with some garlic bread tonight!
marianne
November 22, 2017 at 6:40 amLeft a comment on your snickerdoodle recipe…..my favorite cookies! Will have to try your recipe. Thanks!
Jenny Hartin
November 22, 2017 at 6:40 amI left a comment on the Oreo Peanut Butter Cake
ellen patton
November 22, 2017 at 6:41 amI left a comment on your Thanksgiving recipes post. 🙂
Selina
November 22, 2017 at 6:41 amI left a comment on your cute grey pants post…only problem is I wrote this pants instead of these pants! Jeesh!
Stephanie
November 22, 2017 at 6:41 amLeft a comment on the wedge salad recipe. Congrats on 8 years!!!
Cynthia Birt
November 22, 2017 at 6:44 amI left a comment on things you learned after 10 years of marriage …love it!!
Kristin Threlkeld
November 22, 2017 at 6:45 amI commented on the cheesy garlic crescent post!
Shelly
November 22, 2017 at 6:45 amI left a comment on your pumpkin sugar cookie post. Happy Thanksgiving!
Kristina Holloway
November 22, 2017 at 6:45 amLeft a comment on your pizza dough recipe. It absolutely never fails – true to its title 🙂 Happy thanksgiving!
Dawn
November 22, 2017 at 6:46 amCommented on your Best Steak Marinade recipe. So very flavorful. Congrats on 8 years blogging. I enjoy trying out the recipes you post! 🙂
Monell Merkl
November 22, 2017 at 6:46 amThank You for all of the Fantastic recipes. Seeing the wonderful pictures of your beautiful family and reading about them is like keeping in touch with a family member.
Sincerely,
Monell
Hannah H.
November 22, 2017 at 6:49 amCommented on your 10 year anniversary post!
Emily H
November 22, 2017 at 6:51 amLeft a comment on your Algonquin post 🙂 congrats on 8 years! I love following your blog! (Also, was going through EOM yearbook the other day and feeling noltasgic haha!)
Lauren
November 22, 2017 at 8:30 amhahaha!! Oh Earl.
Eva Litster
November 22, 2017 at 6:52 amI commented on your sweet potato roll recipe.
Gineva
November 22, 2017 at 6:52 amLeft a comment on Thanksgiving recipes!
Alicia
November 22, 2017 at 6:54 amI left a comment on the creamy ranch chicken casserole! Happy thanksgiving!
Amber Dembkowski
November 22, 2017 at 6:54 amLeft a comment on your fail proof pumpkin pie. Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Jeanne
November 22, 2017 at 6:58 amLeft a comment on your pumpkin spice pull aparts because I must try them!
Michelle Geary
November 22, 2017 at 7:01 amCommented on shredded Mexican pork
Brandy
November 22, 2017 at 7:01 amHey Lauren! Happy eight years! I left a comment on your fail-proof pumpkin pie from November 13, 2017. I am making it today for the first time. I have been following your blog for quite a while. And in that time I have had 3 more babies!! And have become a stay at home mom. I have an 8yr, 6yr, 5yr, 2yr, and 10 month old. I love reading your blog and watching your kids grow up!
sara t
November 22, 2017 at 7:01 amI commented on your crockpot chicken nachos – cuz come on who doesnt want to eat that yummy goodness, cant wait to make these for an upcoming christmas party! Congrats on 8 years!
Jessica
November 22, 2017 at 7:01 amI left a comment on your This week at the Brennan’s post from Monday.
Danielle Hoffmeister
November 22, 2017 at 7:03 amEight years is fantastic! I think I found you through Tasty Kitchen back in its beginnings so I think I have been following you almost since the beginning. I left a comment on your 11/20 This Week post.
Cassandra Holdeman
November 22, 2017 at 7:05 amCongrats on 8 years. I left a comment on your Sweet Potato Rolls.
Jen Goodell
November 22, 2017 at 7:07 amThis is such an amazing giveaway!
I left a comment on your Summer Corn Avocado Basil Salad recipe – one of my favorites from this past summer – seriously so delicious.
Jennifer
November 22, 2017 at 7:07 amComment left on 10 years married! Question? Why does it say giveaway ends June 18?
miki
November 22, 2017 at 7:08 ami left a comment on your cinnabon recipe/post – it’s my favorite. thanks so much for sharing so many great recipes but i especially love your instagram stories about your life in nyc. your family is beautiful!
Jill
November 22, 2017 at 7:10 amI left a comment on your cashew chicken lettuce wraps (and didn’t realize until after I had already left a similar comment months ago…that shows how much I love that recipe!????????). Happy Thanksgiving!!
Julie J.
November 22, 2017 at 7:14 amHappy 8 years Lauren! I left a comment on your NYC tour guide. I need to go back to NYC soon!
Stacey Ivanditti
November 22, 2017 at 7:14 amHey Lauren! I commented on the soft white bread recipe. I have been following your blog since Brooke was an itty-bitty thing! My daughter is around the same age. Can’t believe it has been eight years. Congrats girl 🙂
Lauren
November 22, 2017 at 8:29 amThanks for following along for so long!