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13 hours ago
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Why Everyone Is Obsessed With The Viral Allison Plates
When 'Girl Dinner' took over TikTok in 2023 — thank you, Olivia Maher — it asked and answered a very important question: 'What if charcuterie boards but all the time?' It makes so much sense. Why limit yourself to one dish for dinner when you can languidly graze over the finest selections of meats, cheeses, breads, and other nourishing snack stuff? There's beauty in Girl Dinner's simplicity. All you have to do is open the fridge, pull out the good stuff, lay it out higgledy-piggledy on a table or counter, and commence to feast. You don't even need to sit down, although I suggest you do; sitting is always better than standing. And lying down is always better than sitting. So, maybe have your Girl Dinner while draped across a satin divan like a Roman aristocrat. As with all of the best TikTok trends, the community took this great idea and ran with it. First, we got the viral sound from creator Karma Carr that was used thousands of times by users sharing their own versions of Girl Dinner. These range anywhere from some of your more traditional-looking, charcuterie-inspired plates to things that are truly feral, like a bowl of elbow macaroni with peas. The latter is my personal, preferred version. There are other creators, however, that went the opposite route. They took the concept of the Girl Dinner and turned it into something you might find on a Pinterest board or on the menu of a Michelin-star restaurant. Enter the 2025 viral food trend: the Allison Plate. TikTok user @ally_wong has amassed quite a following — over half a million followers — by sharing her love of food and art. Her food creations do kind of give Girl Dinner vibes, but they differ quite a lot in spirit. Both are often an assemblage of random foods on a single plate. However, where Girl Dinner celebrates the random chaos that happens when you put all of your disparate favorites onto a dish (or dishes), the Allison Plate is far more intentionally constructed. Each meal places more emphasis on presentation than your typical Girl Dinner. Part of the reason Allison focuses so much on presentation is that she makes her own ceramic dishware. The literal plates used become just as important as the food that they hold. There are even some that seem intentionally made for the kind of food that will one day hold it. Take a look at the example below that has a specific, bagel-sized indentation. It's extremely perfect. Hey, you! Wanna cook 7,500+ recipes in step-by-step mode (with helpful videos) right from your phone? Download the free Tasty app right now. Besides presentation, the other major difference between a Girl Dinner and an Allison Plate is preparation. Several of Allison's dishes involve multiple, intricate steps. Take the TikTok below as just one example. She uses a leftover piece of salmon to make salmon cakes for ten minutes in the oven and "quickly" whips up an entire beet salad to go on her plate. While it looks fantastic, I imagine the average Girl Dinner would take less than ten minutes to prepare in its entirety. Still, there is far less preparation for an Allison Plate than your standard lunch or dinner, and it provides a wide array of nutritious snack foods for those 9–5 girls who don't want to just pick one thing to eat. And the Allison Plate really resonates with a lot of people on TikTok. Fans of hers try their hand at arranging their own platters, even going so far as to announce where they bought their plate. Many of the comments on Allison's videos point out two things. First is her pleasant, soft way of speaking as she gently places food onto her plate. It's like an ASMR version of food preparation. For real, I spent an extra hour just watching her food videos because I was lulled into a pleasant state of peace. See, Mom, TikTok isn't ALL brain rot. The second point from the comments is that her videos inspire the viewer to attempt their own plate and really be mindful of the foods they are choosing to eat. Many comments say that this intentionality helps them to have more balanced meals throughout the day. I want to make it clear that there is space for both Girl Dinner and the Allison Plate at the table. I think the wonderful thing about both trends is that they allow you to eat on your own terms. Some nights, you get home from a long day of work and all you can muster is a Girl Dinner. You get to pick out your favorite things from the big menu of life and just go nuts on them. That's freaking awesome. Maybe on the weekends, you have the time and energy to whip up an Allison Plate. You make a special trip to the grocery store, pick out all your favorites, maybe some things you've never tried before, and make it look like a picture from Martha Stewart's Instagram account. That, also, is freaking awesome. In my opinion, the overall goal of any meal should be that it makes you feel good. And that can look like a lot of different things. Sometimes it's a salad. Sometimes it's four hot dogs from a street vendor. No matter what it is, it should be celebrated. So, I am going to give my own Girl Dinner or Allison Plate a try this weekend. Here are some of my go-tos, no matter which I select: blue cheese, Smartfood popcorn, dried dates, Wheat Thins, shelled pistachios, Pillsbury flaky biscuits with honey butter, and an entire ice cream cake. Don't judge me, and let me know what you're putting on your plate in the comments. Whether you're building the components for an Allison Plate or trying to think of other quick meal ideas, download the Tasty app to browse and save over 7,500 recipes — no subscription required.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
A New Chapter Begins: World of Hyatt and Reese's Book Club Bring Page-Turning Adventures for a Limited Time at Under Canvas and ULUM Camps
This summer, World of Hyatt members can escape to "Camp Unwritten" for a storybook-inspired glamping adventure that blends luxury, literature and the great outdoors CHICAGO, June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This summer, pack your bags for Camp Unwritten – a one-of-a-kind glamping getaway where you're the star of the story – created by World of Hyatt with Reese's Book Club and Under Canvas. Think summer camp vibes, but all grown up: these limited-time bookable camps transform glamping into a literary escape, complete with curated book moments, luxe campfire settings and outdoor adventures that turn every guest and member into the main character of their summer. "With BookTok, Bookstagram, experiential travel and outdoor adventures all having a moment, we saw the perfect chance to bring it all together," said Laurie Blair, senior vice president of global marketing, Hyatt. "Camp Unwritten lets our members unplug and capture that leading role feel – cozy reads by the fire, wide-open skies and a setting straight out of a summer novel. It's one more way we're continuing to lean into experiences for members that spark joy and connection." Limited-Time Series Reimagining Campfire Tales from Check-in to Chapter One This is not your average book club. World of Hyatt and Reese's Book Club are bringing members face-to-face with today's most talked-about authors – The New York Times bestsellers and Reese's Book Club picks – in stunning, off-the-grid Under Canvas settings. These are bespoke escapes where guests can lean into their passion with campfire conversations, author inspired programming, curated menus and unforgettable moments with the minds behind the books you love. These limited-time and limited-availability experiences will offer immersive moments with fan-favorite books from young adult to murder mystery genres, including: July 14-16: Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge with Alexene Farol Follmuth, the bestselling author of Twelfth Knight, which was Reese's Book Club Summer 2024 Young Adult pick. You'll enjoy fireside s'mores with the author, a private toast under the stars, a new copy of her newest unreleased book Girl Dinner and an intimate Q&A that brings the pages to life. Learn more and book here. July 28-30: Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains with Ally Condie, author of The Unwedding, which was Reese's Book Club June 2024 pick. You'll have the opportunity to get lost in the magic of campfire chats, a nightcap under the stars and a close-up conversation with the author that blurs the line between fiction and real life. Learn more and book here. August 19-21: ULUM Moab with Reese's Book Club 2025 July pick. This mystery author and their book will be announced in time for the Reese's Book Club announcement in early July. From s'mores by the fire to guided adventure under the Looking Glass Arch, you'll connect in a way that feels straight out of a novel. Stay tuned for more updates and book here. "At Hello Sunshine, we see books as a way to unite people," said Sarah Harden, CEO of Hello Sunshine. "Collaborating with World of Hyatt allows us to bring beloved Reese's Book Club stories to life in enchanting settings, fostering meaningful connections among like-minded travelers under the stars." Missed This Chapter? Write Your Own For members not able to participate in one of the limited-time experiences, World of Hyatt members can create their own "Camp Unwritten" experience with friends, family, with a book club or even solo to unplug this summer. Members who book stays at any of the Under Canvas or ULUM locations through Hyatt in June (for stays throughout this year) will also receive a complimentary Headspace subscription for a year to create moments of mindfulness beyond the camps. See here for more information, including offer terms. More Rewarding Ways to Camp This Summer From starlit skies to campfire stories worth remembering, now's the time to join World of Hyatt. With new destinations like Fields of Michigan—now bookable on World of Hyatt through Under Canvas' acquisition of the South Haven, MI camp—your next unforgettable outdoor escape can be closer than ever. Members can also be even more rewarded while reconnecting with nature at Under Canvas locations including ULUM Moab with two available offers: Stars Above, Miles Ahead: Earn 1 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus mile per eligible $1 spent at participating Under Canvas locations when booked through Hyatt for stays completed between June 15 and September 15, 2025. Members must register by September 14, 2025 to qualify. Learn more here. Offer subject to terms. Road Trip, Earn and Save: Earn 500 World of Hyatt Points and save up to 35% off Avis car rental base rates. Book through Avis using AWD number K817738 and provide your World of Hyatt number to earn points. Car rental must begin by December 31, 2025. Learn more here. Offer subject to terms. Not a member? Sign up for free at The term "Hyatt" is used in this release to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates. For further information: About Hyatt Hotels Corporation Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of March 31, 2025, the Company's portfolio included more than 1,450 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 79 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, The Standard®, Dream® Hotels, The StandardX, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, Bunkhouse® Hotels, and Me and All Hotels; the Inclusive Collection, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, Hyatt Select, and UrCove. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar® DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit About World of Hyatt World of Hyatt is Hyatt's award-winning guest loyalty program uniting participating locations in Hyatt's Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, Dream® Hotels, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, The Standard®, The StandardX and me and all hotels; the Inclusive Portfolio, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, and Alua Hotels & Resorts®; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, and UrCove. Lifestyle Portfolio brand Bunkhouse® Hotels will participate in World of Hyatt in the future. Members who book directly through Hyatt channels can enjoy personalized care and access to distinct benefits including Guest of Honor, confirmed suite upgrades at time of booking, diverse wellbeing offerings, digital key, and exclusive member rates. With 56 million members and counting, World of Hyatt offers a variety of ways to earn and redeem points for hotel stays, dining and spa services, wellbeing focused experiences through the FIND platform; as well as the benefits of Hyatt's strategic loyalty collaboration with American Airlines AAdvantage®. Travelers can enroll for free at download the World of Hyatt app for android and IOS devices and connect with World of Hyatt on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. About Hello Sunshine Founded by Reese Witherspoon, Hello Sunshine puts women at the center of every story it creates, celebrates and discovers. Hello Sunshine tells stories across all platforms – from scripted and unscripted television, feature films, animated series, podcasts, audio storytelling, and digital series – all shining a light on where women are now and helping them chart a new path forward. Hello Sunshine is also home to Reese's Book Club. Fast growing in reach and influence, this community is propelled by meaningful connections with stories, authors, and fellow members. Hello Sunshine is part of Candle Media, an independent, creator-friendly home for cutting-edge, high-quality, category-defining brands and franchises. By bringing together elite talent operating at the intersection of content, community, and commerce, it helps to position leading entertainment businesses for accelerated, sustainable growth in the current market and beyond. Candle is run by its Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs, leading entertainment executives Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs, and backed by investment capital from funds managed by Blackstone's flagship private equity business. About Under Canvas The leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, Under Canvas is the ultimate outdoor destination experience. Its safari-style accommodations perfectly embrace their natural surroundings while featuring indoor luxuries, allowing guests to discover their outdoor self in comfort and style. Under Canvas operates 12 camp locations: North Yellowstone – Paradise Valley, West Yellowstone and Glacier in Mont.; Moab, Zion, Lake Powell – Grand Staircase and Bryce Canyon in Utah; Mount Rushmore in S.D.; Great Smoky Mountains in Tenn.; Grand Canyon in Ariz.; Acadia in Maine, and new in 2025 Columbia River Gorge in Wa. To grant further access to the nation's most coveted national parks, Under Canvas expanded their footprint in the luxury outdoor hospitality space with the launch of ULUM, a bespoke resort brand that debuted its first location in Moab, Utah in spring of 2023. In 2025, Under Canvas introduced its Outdoor Collection- distinctive properties that offer nature-based stays and experiences, curated with place and purpose in mind. The Fields of Michigan in South Haven, MI, and Bar N Ranch in West Yellowstone, MT, are the first properties in the brand's new collection. For more information, please visit and View source version on Contacts Media Contact Kaitlyn Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mahomet ‘beetique' honey shop continues expanding, buzzes with business
MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA) — The pandemic was an uncertain time for just about everyone. In need of income to help keep her family afloat, one Mahomet mom grew a passion into The Hive Honey Beetique. 'I'm just sort of trying to hold on tight and steer it where it needs to go,' said owner Jessica Trefzger. U of I graduation unites people of all majors, backgrounds and ages The COVID-born business has gone from two hives to 40. Jessica and her husband, John, started selling their products at a local farmers market after Jessica was furloughed from her physical therapy job. The two opened their first shop in 2021, but outgrew the space and moved to their current location on Patton Drive about a year ago. 'We just want to continue to grow,' Trefzger said. Most recently, their honey hobby turned business has expanded to include a production kitchen. Staff make charcuterie boards, creamed honey and more in the space. Beyond the bees, Trefzger hopes the space celebrates people and the community that continues to support them. The shop offers multiple workshops including candle and soap making. Beekeeping educational talks are also available. Mahomet Police Dept. working to reduce impaired driving 'We really feel like hands-on workshops are a great way to incorporate the community and help them learn more about bees,' Trefzger said. In Mahomet and beyond, she said the beekeeping community is close-knit and always willing to help out. She does her part by putting imported products on the shelves. 'We sell honey from all over the world,' Trefzger said. 'I've now made actual partnerships and friendships with beekeepers all over the country and in Australia, in New Zealand.' What started as a far-out idea continues buzzing with business, while giving back to the village that's helped them spread their wings. 'There's not a lot of honey shops like this or in general in the United States, so we feel really grateful for the opportunity to be able to have this right here for our community,' Trefzger said. The 'beetique' is working with other local businesses to bring a lineup of summer events to the area including tastings, dinners and new workshops. New this year, they're introducing Girl Dinner on a couple Wednesdays this summer. You can learn more on their Facebook. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
