Jenna Anderson

West Bloomfield Township

Print Managing Editor at North by Northwestern

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How Building a 7-Figure Business Helped This Founder Reconnect With His Native Heritage

Nov 27, 2024 | inc.com | Jenna Anderson

Growing up, AQIWO founder Stephen Mills didn’t know who his father was. When he finally met his dad for the first time at 23 years old, Mills made another discovery – thanks to his father, he had Native American heritage. As Mills developed a relationship with his father’s side of the family, he started to learn more about his Chumash heritage. But it took several more years, and a venture into entrepreneurship, for him to take a deep dive into his background.
These Pink Makeup Sponges Have Dominated the Beauty Industry for 20 Years. Here’s How

Oct 10, 2024 | inc.com | Jenna Anderson

If you know beauty, you know Beautyblender. Since the brand’s launch in 2003, those fuchsia, egg-shaped sponges have become a staple in the beauty industry thanks to the ingenuity of Rea Ann Silva, Beautyblender’s Latina founder and CEO. Today, the Bethlehem, Pennsylvania-based company is coming off its 13th Allure Best of Beauty Hall of Fame Award, and does $100 to 150 million in annual retail sales.
This Company Behind Epic IKEA Kitchen Hacks Is Launching Its Own Cabinet Line

Apr 4, 2024 | sunset.com | Jenna Anderson

Semihandmade now has their own cabinet boxes to go with their 40+ designer doors and sides, including Sarah Sherman Samuel’s bestselling front collection. For years, Semihandmade has been a cabinet gamechanger. The original concept of the California company was to elevate IKEA cabinet boxes with designer doors and panels, bringing affordable luxury to IKEA’s sturdy, reliable products.
The Recipes You Should Be Cooking in April

Mar 31, 2024 | sunset.com | Jenna Anderson

The first full month of spring has arrived! In April, we can finally start enjoying the bounties of fresh produce in the West that spring and summer have to offer. And if you’ve been getting bored of your winter home cooking, we have some showstopping recipes to help you burst out of your hibernation. Veggies like artichokes, zucchini, peas, and avocados are just starting to come back in season.
This Must-See Garden Event Is Best Way to Get Native Plant Inspo for Your Yard

Mar 14, 2024 | sunset.com | Jenna Anderson

One of California’s oldest native plant nurseries continues to inspire gardeners with its legendary annual tour of gardens. Every spring, native plant fans descend on L.A. for one of the most impressive displays of spectacular native gardens in the West. On April 13 and 14, a mix of 37 homes, schools, and public spaces around Los Angeles will open their landscapes to the public for the 2024 Native Plant Garden Tour.
15 Simple and Savory Dinner Recipe Ideas for Spring

Mar 13, 2024 | sunset.com | Jenna Anderson

Days are longer, birds are chirping, flowers are blooming—spring is finally coming. The spring equinox on March 19 marks the official start of the season, but you might feel like staying in and cooking at home until the April showers pass. If you’re in need of some dinner inspiration, our seasonal, easy, and tasty dinner recipes will do the trick. We’ve included plenty of savory pastas, salads, and soups for simple meals that are still sure to satisfy.
These Are the Best Wines at Trader Joe’s, According to Sommeliers

Feb 29, 2024 | sunset.com | Jenna Anderson

Ever been lost in Trader Joe’s vast wine collection? These wine experts are here to help. No trip to Trader Joe’s is complete without a stop at the best aisle in the shop: the wine section. TJ’s wine selection is surprisingly vast and thoughtful, with a number of exclusive wines and bottles from every major wine-making region. And while they do have some higher-end listings, Trader Joe’s also offers a variety of quality wines for under $10.
These Are the Recipes You Should Be Cooking This March

Feb 29, 2024 | sunset.com | Jenna Anderson

March is a month of transition: no longer truly winter, but not quite spring until the equinox around March 20. We’re not ready to bust out the spring recipes just yet. But instead of viewing March as a drawn-out shift to spring, we see this month as your last chance to enjoy seasonal winter produce. Mushrooms, parsnips, beets, and carrots are still having their moment.
Time Is Already Running Out on Your Rare Chance to Kayak on Death Valley’s Lake

Feb 23, 2024 | sunset.com | Jenna Anderson

If you’ve ever wanted to kayak in the hottest place on Earth, your opportunity is right now. Thanks to floodwater from recent storms, there is currently a large, shallow lake over the usual salt flat of Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park in California—also the driest place in North America. “You might think with no drain to the sea, that Death Valley would always have a lake,” says park ranger Abby Wines in a statement. “But this is an extremely rare event.
Fast Furniture is Out-Shop These 7 Sustainable Brands Instead

Feb 22, 2024 | sunset.com | Jenna Anderson

Don’t worry, a sustainability expert says you can still shop at IKEA. There’s a culprit responsible for mountains of waste in our landfills: fast furniture. Much like the clothing from fast fashion brands such as Shein and Forever 21, fast furniture is designed to be cheap and mass-produced, and it has plagued our environment for decades.